Whitby Dene

Whitby Dene is a residential care home in Ruislip, Hillingdon (HA4 9EE).

About Whitby Dene

Whitby Dene is a residential care home in Ruislip supporting older people, including those living with dementia, people managing mental health conditions and people with physical disabilities. Younger adults whose needs are best met in a residential setting are welcome too, and we offer respite stays. The home runs on ordinary things done with attention. Helping somebody get up and dressed the way they prefer. Serving food worth sitting down to. Making sure there is company when it is wanted and quiet when it is not. Noticing quickly when a person is not themselves and doing something about it rather than waiting. For people living with dementia, familiarity carries most of the weight. Consistent faces, a predictable shape to the day, food and music from the right part of a life, and staff who neither hurry nor correct. Where somebody lives with a mental health condition, we work alongside community teams and, where people want it, with families, so that a difficult period is met with patience and everybody holds the same picture. Respite stays give a family carer a planned break, or offer somebody support for a shorter period without a permanent move. If you are considering the home, please come and visit on a normal day, talk to the people who live here and form your own view.

Care provided at Whitby Dene

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Whitby Dene

Where is Whitby Dene located?

Whitby Dene is a residential care home in Ruislip, Hillingdon, HA4 9EE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Whitby Dene provide?

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

Does Whitby Dene provide dementia care?

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

Does Whitby Dene offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Whitby Dene

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Whitby Dene is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Whitby Dene 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.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Whitby Dene offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

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.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Yes. Whitby Dene supports younger adults as well as older people.

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.

Typical weekly fees in the London

Whitby Dene has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the London, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the London, not a quote from Whitby Dene. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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