The Gables

The Gables is a residential care home in Alford, Lincolnshire (LN13 9LF). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.

About The Gables

The Gables is a residential care home in Alford, caring for people from across the Lincolnshire wolds and coast. We support older people and younger adults, including residents living with dementia, adults with learning disabilities, autistic adults and people with visual or hearing impairments. We offer respite stays alongside permanent places. We aim for a household rather than an institution. Residents keep their own routines as far as they can, meals are a proper part of the day and there is time for a real conversation. People are encouraged to bring their own furniture and pictures, since a room only becomes yours once your own things are in it. For residents with sensory impairments we adapt how we communicate and how spaces are arranged rather than expecting anyone to adjust to us. For those living with dementia, life history guides everything: someone's trade, their family and what has always comforted them tell us more than any general approach. We want to be straightforward about our last inspection. The Care Quality Commission rated us as requires improvement. We are working through the findings rather than explaining them away, with closer oversight of care records and risk assessments, more structured supervision for our staff and clearer checks that what we plan is what actually happens. Please visit, ask us hard questions and speak to the people who live here.

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Common questions about The Gables

Where is The Gables located?

The Gables is a residential care home in Alford, Lincolnshire, LN13 9LF. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does The Gables provide?

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

What is The Gables's CQC rating?

The Gables is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 15 May 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does The Gables provide dementia care?

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

Does The Gables offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about The Gables

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

Yes. The Gables 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. The Gables 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. The Gables 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. The Gables 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 East Midlands

The Gables has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from The Gables. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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