Wisden Court

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About Us

We are a residential care home in Stevenage, and we try to run the place as a home first. People bring their own furniture and pictures, keep their own hours where they can, and carry on with the things that made the day feel like theirs before they moved in.

We support older people and younger adults who need help with personal care, mobility and the ordinary business of daily life. We care for people living with dementia, and what we have found makes the real difference is not a particular method but steady, familiar staff who know someone well enough to spot a change early and head off a difficult afternoon before it arrives.

We also support people with a physical disability and people with a visual or hearing impairment, thinking carefully about how a room is set up and how we communicate so that independence is not quietly eroded by small obstacles. Respite stays are available too, whether to give a family carer a proper break or to let someone try the home before committing to a longer stay.

Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We would far rather a resident or relative told us about a problem while it is still small, so we ask often and we act on what we hear.

Please do come and visit. A look round and a cup of tea will tell you more than anything on a page.

Common questions about Wisden Court

Where is Wisden Court located?

Wisden Court is a residential care home in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 5JD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Wisden Court provide?

Wisden Court is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Wisden Court's CQC rating?

Wisden Court is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 8 February 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Wisden Court provide dementia care?

Yes. Wisden Court supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Wisden Court offer respite or short-term care?

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

Contact Wisden Court

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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.
  • Dementia: Specialist support for people living with dementia, in a calm, familiar setting with trained staff.
  • Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment: Tailored support and adaptations for residents living with sight or hearing loss.
  • 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 Wisden Court

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?

Yes. Wisden Court is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move. Ask how they support people in the later stages. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Wisden Court 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. Wisden Court 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. Wisden Court 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: 8 February 2020
  • Report published: 8 February 2020

Overall: Good

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

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Typical weekly fees in the East

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

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