Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage

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Keepers Cottage is a small residential home near Ledbury, supporting adults with a learning disability, autistic adults, older people and people with physical disabilities. It is a house in the country rather than an institution, and we try hard to keep it feeling like somebody's home.

Being small means everybody knows each other properly and the atmosphere stays calm. People choose how their room looks, join in with the cooking and shopping if they want to, and have a real say in how the household runs. Routines are built around the individual, including the ones that need to stay exactly the same, because predictability is often what allows somebody to relax.

Support is agreed with each person using whatever way of communicating already works for them, and we take the time to learn it properly rather than guessing. Where physical disability is part of the picture, we pay attention to the practical detail so that the house works for a person rather than against them.

Getting out matters to most people here, whether that is a regular activity, seeing family or a trip into Ledbury that has become part of the week.

Respite stays are available. Our most recent rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please get in touch if you would like to visit.

Common questions about Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage

Where is Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage located?

Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage is a residential care home in Ledbury, Herefordshire, County of, HR8 2JN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage provide?

Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage's CQC rating?

Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 22 May 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage

Phone the home directly, or send an enquiry and we will pass it on.

Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
  • Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
  • Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
  • 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 Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage

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?

No. Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage 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. Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage 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?

Yes. Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage supports younger adults as well as older people. 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: 22 May 2019
  • Report published: 22 May 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

Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage 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 Walsingham Support - Keepers Cottage. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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