Firth House

Firth House is a residential care home in Selby, North Yorkshire (YO8 3FZ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Firth House

Firth House is a care home in Selby, North Yorkshire. We provide residential care for older people, including people living with dementia, and we support a number of younger adults too. Short respite stays are available alongside permanent places. Selby is a working town with an abbey in the middle of it, and the home belongs to that town rather than sitting apart from it. People who live here go to the shops, to church, to the market. Families drop in on their way past. That ordinariness is deliberate, because the thing most people fear about moving into care is not the care but the disappearance. Practically, we help with washing and dressing, medicines, meals, mobility and everything else that has become difficult. We are serious about food, which is not a small point. A plate of something hot that somebody actually wants to eat does more for a person's week than a laminated activity schedule. Where residents have dementia we keep life predictable and calm, we learn individual histories properly, and we accept that some days will be harder than others without treating that as a failure. We ask families to stay involved and to tell us when something is not right. Small complaints caught early are the cheapest kind to fix. Our overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. You are welcome to visit without an appointment, and we would honestly prefer it.

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Common questions about Firth House

Where is Firth House located?

Firth House is a residential care home in Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 3FZ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Firth House provide?

Firth House 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 Firth House's CQC rating?

Firth House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 13 November 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Firth House provide dementia care?

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

Does Firth House offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Firth House

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

Yes. Firth House 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. Firth 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. Firth 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. Firth 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 Yorkshire & Humberside

Firth House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the Yorkshire & Humberside, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the Yorkshire & Humberside, not a quote from Firth House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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