Russets

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Russets is a residential care home in Hatfield, Hertfordshire (AL10 0SJ).

About Russets

Russets is a small residential home in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, supporting adults with learning disabilities and autistic adults, including younger adults moving into a home of their own for the first time. We also offer respite stays, planned in advance so that a short stay feels like going somewhere familiar. We run the house as the residents' home rather than as our workplace. People decide how their bedrooms look, have a real say in the meals and the shopping, and get involved in cooking, laundry and looking after the place as much as they want to. Support covers personal care where it is needed, medication, health appointments and managing money, and it covers getting out to the things people care about, whether that is a job, a course, a gym, a club or seeing family. We pay close attention to how each person communicates and to what makes a day feel manageable. Predictable routines, clear information given in good time, and staff who understand somebody's particular sensitivities all make a genuine difference, so we get those details right and we record what works. We are registered with the Care Quality Commission. Families, social workers and health colleagues are welcome to visit, meet the people who live here and see how we go about things.

Care provided at Russets

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Common questions about Russets

Where is Russets located?

Russets is a residential care home in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL10 0SJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Russets provide?

Russets is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

Does Russets offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Russets

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

No. Russets 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.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Russets 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.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Russets offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

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.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Yes. Russets supports younger adults as well as older people.

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.

Typical weekly fees in the East

Russets has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Russets. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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