The Meadows Short Break Centre

About Us

We are a short break centre in Welwyn Garden City, providing residential support for adults with learning disabilities, autistic adults, people with physical disabilities and younger adults.

Short breaks are what we do, and we think they deserve to be done properly rather than treated as a stopgap. A stay here should give the person coming to us something worth having, which means company, activities they have chosen, a change of surroundings and support from people who understand what they need. It should also give family carers a real rest, and that only works if they can hand over without worrying.

We spend time getting to know someone before their first stay. How they communicate, what settles them, what unsettles them, how they like their day to run, what help they want with personal care and medicines and what they would much rather do themselves. All of that is recorded clearly so support does not vary depending on who is on shift, and so a returning visitor finds things much as they left them.

Familiarity matters here more than almost anywhere. People come back to us over months and years, and we work hard to keep the same team around them so each stay feels like returning somewhere known.

Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Families and social workers are welcome to visit, meet the team and ask us anything before arranging a stay.

Common questions about The Meadows Short Break Centre

Where is The Meadows Short Break Centre located?

The Meadows Short Break Centre is a residential care home in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 2BE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does The Meadows Short Break Centre provide?

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

What is The Meadows Short Break Centre's CQC rating?

The Meadows Short Break Centre is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 22 December 2017. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does The Meadows Short Break Centre offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. The Meadows Short Break Centre offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact The Meadows Short Break Centre

Phone the home directly, or send an enquiry and we will pass it on.

Care We Offer

• Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
• Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
• 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 The Meadows Short Break Centre

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. The Meadows Short Break Centre 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. The Meadows Short Break Centre 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. The Meadows Short Break Centre 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. The Meadows Short Break Centre 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: 22 December 2017
• Report published: 22 December 2017

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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