Bricket Wood Care

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Bricket Wood Care is a residential care home near St Albans. We provide care for older people and also support adults with a learning disability, autistic adults, people living with mental ill health and younger adults. Respite stays are available too.

Having residents of different ages and needs living together works better than people often expect, provided it is thought about rather than left to chance. What makes it work is not assuming everybody wants the same things. Meals, routines, outings and how much say somebody wants over their own decisions get worked out person by person.

For residents with a learning disability or who are autistic, we treat the environment itself as part of the support. Noise, lighting, how predictable the day is, and whether there is somewhere quiet to go. We also learn how each person communicates, including those who use little or no speech.

Where mental ill health is part of the picture, we work closely with community teams and raise concerns early.

Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. We are not going to talk around that. We know which areas were raised, work is in hand, and we would rather discuss it openly with anyone considering us. Please visit and ask us directly what has changed.

Common questions about Bricket Wood Care

Where is Bricket Wood Care located?

Bricket Wood Care is a residential care home in St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 3UW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Bricket Wood Care provide?

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

What is Bricket Wood Care's CQC rating?

Bricket Wood Care is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 26 July 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Bricket Wood Care offer respite or short-term care?

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

Contact Bricket Wood Care Limited

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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.
  • Mental Health: Support for people managing a mental health condition, with routines that promote stability and wellbeing.
  • 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 Bricket Wood Care Limited

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. Bricket Wood Care Limited 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. Bricket Wood Care Limited 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. Bricket Wood Care Limited 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. Bricket Wood Care Limited 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: 26 July 2018
  • Report published: 26 July 2018

Overall: Requires Improvement

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

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

Bricket Wood Care Limited 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 Bricket Wood Care Limited. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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