Springside

Springside is a residential care home in Chard, Somerset (TA20 2DU). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.

About Springside

Springside is a residential care home in Chard, Somerset, supporting adults with a learning disability and autistic adults. The people who live here call it home, and our job is to help each person live the life they choose within it, with as much independence as they want and as much support as they need. Support here is practical and personal. We help with daily living, with keeping in touch with family and friends, with activities and interests, and with getting out into Chard and the surrounding area. We pay close attention to how each person communicates and to the routines and surroundings that help them feel settled, because small changes in those things can make a large difference to how a day goes. We also offer respite stays for people who need support for a short period, which can give families a break while the person has a change of scene. We want to be honest about our rating. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. We have taken the findings as a working list rather than a verdict, and we are strengthening our care planning, our staff training and the way we record and review support. Anyone thinking about Springside is welcome to visit, meet us, ask what has changed and see the house as it really is on an ordinary day.

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Common questions about Springside

Where is Springside located?

Springside is a residential care home in Chard, Somerset, TA20 2DU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Springside provide?

Springside is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Springside's CQC rating?

Springside is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 4 July 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Springside offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Springside

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

No. Springside 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. Springside 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. Springside 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?

Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.

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 South West

Springside has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Springside. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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