Dimensions The Brambles

Dimensions The Brambles is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset (TA1 2BD). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Dimensions The Brambles

Dimensions Somerset The Brambles is a residential care home in Taunton supporting adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, including younger adults, alongside older people. We also offer respite stays for people who need somewhere for a shorter period. This is a house where people live their own lives rather than a service performed around them. People choose how their rooms look, take part in shopping, cooking and keeping the place going as much as they want to and are able to, and get out to what they actually enjoy in Taunton and across Somerset. Where somebody wants a job, a college course or a regular club, we build the support around making it realistic. The difference is made in the detail. How much noise there is in a room. Whether a change of staff or plan has been flagged days in advance rather than sprung on somebody. Which way of communicating genuinely reaches a person, whether that is speech, symbols, writing or simply unhurried time. We keep the staff team as consistent as we can and train people to recognise the early signs of distress and prevent it rather than respond to it afterwards. We work closely with families, social workers and health colleagues, and welcome being challenged when we have misread a situation. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated us good overall. Visitors are welcome.

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Common questions about Dimensions The Brambles

Where is Dimensions The Brambles located?

Dimensions The Brambles is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2BD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Dimensions The Brambles provide?

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

What is Dimensions The Brambles's CQC rating?

Dimensions The Brambles is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 5 February 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Dimensions The Brambles offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Dimensions The Brambles

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

No. Dimensions Somerset The Brambles 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. Dimensions Somerset The Brambles 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. Dimensions Somerset The Brambles 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. Dimensions Somerset The Brambles 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 South West

Dimensions Somerset The Brambles 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 Dimensions Somerset The Brambles. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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