Venns Lane Care Home

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We at Venns Lane Care Home are proud to offer dedicated residential care in the historic cathedral city of Hereford, providing a warm and supportive home for older people across Herefordshire and the wider West Midlands region.

Nestled within the HR postcode area, our care home benefits from the gentle pace and welcoming character that Hereford is known for. The local setting offers residents a sense of place and community, whilst the surroundings provide a calm and reassuring backdrop to daily life. We aim to create an environment that feels less like an institution and more like a true home, where comfort, familiarity, and dignity sit at the heart of everything we do.

Our specialisms reflect the diverse needs of the people who come to live with us. Alongside general residential care for older people, we provide thoughtful support for those living with dementia, individuals with mental health needs, and residents with a physical disability. In practice, this means our approach is built around the whole person rather than a single diagnosis. For families, it offers the reassurance that as a loved one's needs evolve, our team is equipped to respond with patience, understanding, and consistency. We recognise that moving into a care home is a significant decision, and we work closely with relatives to ensure care plans reflect individual preferences, routines, life histories, and the small details that make each person who they are.

For residents living with dementia, we focus on creating a predictable, calm, and engaging atmosphere where people feel safe to be themselves. For those with mental health needs or a physical disability, we place importance on independence, respect, and enabling each resident to participate in daily life in the way that suits them best. Our wider ethos is built on kindness, attentive listening, and the belief that good care is rooted in strong, trusting relationships between residents, families, and the team supporting them.

We are pleased that the Care Quality Commission has awarded Venns Lane Care Home an overall rating of Good, with Good ratings across each of the five key domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this independent assessment offers meaningful reassurance that the care provided here meets the standards expected of a quality residential setting, and that safety, effectiveness, compassion, responsiveness, and leadership are all reflected in the day to day experience of those who live with us.

If you are exploring care options in Hereford for a parent, partner, or relative, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Choosing the right home is a deeply personal journey, and we would be glad to answer your questions, share more about our approach, and help you understand whether Venns Lane Care Home could be the right next chapter for your loved one. Whatever stage you are at in your search, please know that you do not have to navigate this decision alone, and a kind, listening ear is always available here.

Common questions about Venns Lane Care Home

Where is Venns Lane Care Home located?

Venns Lane Care Home is a residential care home in Hereford, Herefordshire, County of, HR1 1DT. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Venns Lane Care Home provide?

Venns Lane Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Venns Lane Care Home's CQC rating?

Venns Lane Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 23 February 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Venns Lane Care Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Venns Lane Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Venns Lane Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Venns Lane Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact Venns Lane Care Home

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Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Dementia: Specialist support for people living with dementia, in a calm, familiar setting with trained staff.
  • Mental Health: Support for people managing a mental health condition, with routines that promote stability and wellbeing.
  • Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
  • Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
  • Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.

Questions families ask about Venns Lane Care Home

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Venns Lane Care Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move. Ask how they support people in the later stages. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Venns Lane Care Home is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Venns Lane Care Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. Venns Lane Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed. Source: CQC register

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

  • Latest inspection: 23 February 2019
  • Report published: 23 February 2019

Overall: Good

  • Safe: Good
  • Effective: Good
  • Caring: Good
  • Responsive: Good
  • Well-led: Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

Typical weekly fees in the West Midlands

Venns Lane Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the West Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the West Midlands, not a quote from Venns Lane Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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