Penberth House

Penberth House is a residential care home in London, Lewisham (SE6 1ET). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Penberth House

Penberth House is a care home in Lewisham. We provide residential care for adults with a learning disability, autistic adults and people managing a mental health condition, mostly younger adults. Respite stays are available alongside permanent places. The people who live here are Londoners, and living in London is part of the point. Buses, shops, libraries, cafes, colleges and local groups are on the doorstep, and we support people to use them rather than building a separate world inside the building. Some have jobs or voluntary placements, some study, and some are working on the ordinary skills that make independent living possible. Stability matters too. A number of the people who come here have moved between placements more often than anyone should, and each move undoes work that took months to build. We plan on the basis that people are staying. Where somebody communicates in a way other than speech, we learn it properly rather than guessing. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. If you are looking for a placement in this part of London, please come and visit and ask us anything.

Care provided at Penberth House

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Penberth House

Where is Penberth House located?

Penberth House is a residential care home in London, Lewisham, SE6 1ET. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Penberth House provide?

Penberth House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes 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 Penberth House's CQC rating?

Penberth House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 April 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Penberth House offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Penberth House

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

No. Penberth House 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.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Penberth House 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. Penberth House 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. Penberth House 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

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

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