Birchwood Bungalow

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Birchwood Bungalow is a small residential care home in St Albans, Hertfordshire. Being small is the point. Everyone who lives here knows everyone else, staff know how each person likes their day to run, and nobody gets lost in a crowd.

We support adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, including younger adults building a life of their own, and we also care for older people who need residential support. The mix works because we plan around individuals rather than categories. Some of the people who live here need a steady hand with personal care and medication. Others mainly need the confidence that comes from knowing someone is there, and support to get out to college, to work, to the shops or to see family.

Independence is something we take seriously rather than something we print on a wall. People cook, shop, choose their own furniture and decide how they spend a Saturday. Where someone finds change difficult we keep routines predictable and give plenty of warning, and where communication is hard we learn the person's way of communicating rather than expecting them to learn ours.

We also offer respite stays, which give families a break and give the person staying with us a proper change of scene.

Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good.

If you are looking for a placement, for yourself, a relative or someone you support, please come and visit. It is much easier to judge a home by standing in it.

Common questions about Birchwood Bungalow

Where is Birchwood Bungalow located?

Birchwood Bungalow is a residential care home in St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 2QZ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Birchwood Bungalow provide?

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

What is Birchwood Bungalow's CQC rating?

Birchwood Bungalow is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 28 September 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Birchwood Bungalow offer respite or short-term care?

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

Contact Birchwood Bungalow

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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.
  • Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
  • 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 Birchwood Bungalow

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. Birchwood Bungalow 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. Birchwood Bungalow 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. Birchwood Bungalow 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. Birchwood Bungalow 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: 28 September 2019
  • Report published: 28 September 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.

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Typical weekly fees in the East

Birchwood Bungalow 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 Birchwood Bungalow. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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