Winnett Cottage

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About Us

Here at Winnett Cottage, we provide residential care for people in the heart of Stevenage, Hertfordshire. We support a range of individuals including older adults, younger adults, and people living with mental health needs, and we also offer respite care for those who need a shorter stay with us.

We know that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a person or their family will ever make. It is not something anyone takes lightly, and we do not treat it lightly either. From the moment someone contacts us, we try to make the process feel straightforward and human. We want people to feel genuinely welcome here, not just accommodated.

Life at Winnett Cottage is built around the people who live here. We take time to understand each person as an individual, what matters to them, how they like their days to go, and what kind of support feels right for them. Care plans are personal and kept up to date as needs change, so that everyone receives the right level of support at the right time.

Our team works hard to create an atmosphere that feels like a real home rather than an institution. There is warmth here, and a genuine sense of community among the people who live and work within these walls. We believe that feeling safe, respected and comfortable makes an enormous difference to a person's wellbeing, and that shapes everything we do.

We are proud to hold a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the consistent effort our whole team puts in day to day.

If you would like to find out more about Winnett Cottage or arrange a visit, we would be very happy to hear from you. Please do get in touch and we can talk through how we might be able to help.

Common questions about Winnett Cottage

Where is Winnett Cottage located?

Winnett Cottage is a residential care home in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG2 8SH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Winnett Cottage provide?

Winnett Cottage is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Winnett Cottage's CQC rating?

Winnett Cottage is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 November 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Winnett Cottage offer respite or short-term care?

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

Contact Winnett Cottage

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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.
  • 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 Winnett 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. Winnett 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. Winnett 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. Winnett 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. Winnett 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: 11 November 2023
  • Report published: 11 November 2023

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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Typical weekly fees in the East

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

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