Ruckland Court

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About Us

Ruckland Court is a residential care home in Lincoln. We support older people who need help with daily life, including many living with dementia, and younger adults who need residential care. We also offer respite stays for short periods. Moving into a home usually follows a hard few months, so we take the settling in gently. We ask about the routines somebody has kept for years, the food they actually like, how they take their tea and whether they are an early riser, and we build around that instead of expecting people to fit in with us. Rooms hold people's own furniture and photographs, and we knock before we come in. Days here are not heavily organised. Some residents want company, conversation, music and a trip out. Others want the newspaper and peace. Both are entirely reasonable and neither is treated as the right answer. For residents living with dementia, familiarity does most of the work, so we keep our team settled and learn each person's history rather than just their care needs. When somebody is distressed we look for the reason behind it. We work with local GPs and community nurses so health changes are picked up early, and families are kept informed as a matter of course rather than only when something is wrong. The Care Quality Commission rated us good overall at our most recent inspection. Please come and look round.

Common questions about Ruckland Court

Where is Ruckland Court located?

Ruckland Court is a residential care home in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 3TP. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Ruckland Court provide?

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

What is Ruckland Court's CQC rating?

Ruckland Court is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 3 July 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Ruckland Court provide dementia care?

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

Does Ruckland Court offer respite or short-term care?

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

Contact Ruckland 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.
  • 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 Ruckland 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. Ruckland 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. Ruckland 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. Ruckland 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. Ruckland 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: 3 July 2021
  • Report published: 3 July 2021

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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Typical weekly fees in the East Midlands

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

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