Weston House Residential Home

About Us

Here at Weston House Residential Home, we are proud to be a well established care home in the heart of Whitchurch, Shropshire, offering a warm and welcoming place that our residents genuinely call home.

We provide residential care for older people, including those living with dementia, and we also support younger adults who require a caring and comfortable environment. For those who need a shorter stay, we offer respite care, giving families peace of mind while their loved ones receive the same attentive, personalised support as our long term residents.

Our team works hard to get to know each person who comes through our doors, understanding their routines, preferences and life history. We believe that good care is built on genuine relationships, on listening, on noticing the small things that make a real difference to someone's day. Whether that is a favourite cup of tea in the morning, a particular television programme, or simply having someone to sit and chat with, these moments matter to us as much as they do to our residents.

We are pleased that our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection rated us as Good. We take that recognition seriously and continue to look at how we can improve day to day life for everyone who lives and works here.

Weston House sits within a friendly community, and we encourage residents to stay connected to the life around them, whether through activities within the home or links with the wider Whitchurch area. Families are always welcome, and we aim to keep communication open and honest so that everyone feels informed and involved in their loved one's care.

If you are considering care for yourself or someone close to you, we would be very happy to have a conversation and show you around at a time that suits you.

Common questions about Weston House Residential Home

Where is Weston House Residential Home located?

Weston House Residential Home is a residential care home in Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1AJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Weston House Residential Home provide?

Weston House Residential Home 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 Weston House Residential Home's CQC rating?

Weston House Residential Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 20 October 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Weston House Residential Home provide dementia care?

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

Does Weston House Residential Home offer respite or short-term care?

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

Contact Weston House Residential Home

Phone the home directly, or send an enquiry and we will pass it on.

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 Weston House Residential Home

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. Weston House Residential Home 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. Weston House Residential Home 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. Weston House Residential Home 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. Weston House Residential Home 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: 20 October 2018
• Report published: 20 October 2018

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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