Halcon House

Halcon House is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset (TA1 2EP). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.

About Halcon House

Halcon House is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset. We care for older people and younger adults, including people living with dementia, people with a physical disability and people with a visual or hearing impairment, and we offer respite stays for those who need care for a shorter period. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is outstanding. We are proud of it, and we treat it as a standard to hold on to rather than a claim to rest on. What sits behind it is fairly ordinary work done carefully. We take the trouble to know people properly, asking families to tell us about the life somebody has led, the work they did and the routines that steady them, and we use that through the day rather than filing it away. Days follow the people who live here rather than a timetable, so somebody who wants company and something to do can have it, and somebody who wants a quiet room and the paper can have that instead. For people with sight or hearing loss we pay attention to the practical things that decide whether somebody stays independent, including lighting, familiar layouts and unhurried conversation. Families are welcome here at any reasonable hour, and we would always rather you came and saw the house for yourself than took our word for it.

Care provided at Halcon House

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

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Common questions about Halcon House

Where is Halcon House located?

Halcon House is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2EP. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Halcon House provide?

Halcon House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Halcon House's CQC rating?

Halcon House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 6 March 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Halcon House provide dementia care?

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

Does Halcon House offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Halcon House

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

Yes. Halcon 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. Halcon 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. Halcon 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. Halcon 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 South West

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

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