ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street

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About Us

We are a residential care home on King Street in Melksham, Wiltshire, run by ABLE, which stands for Action for a Better Life. The people living here include older people and younger adults, and people managing mental health conditions. We also offer respite stays for shorter periods.

Our approach is built on steadiness and respect. Many of the people who come to us have had unsettled periods and a good number of moves, so the first thing we try to offer is somewhere calm where nothing changes without warning and where people are treated as adults making their own decisions. People have their own rooms and their own routines, and they have a real say in how their days go.

Support is agreed with each person rather than imposed. For some that means working towards managing more independently, perhaps around cooking, money, appointments or getting back into work or study. For others it means reliable support that simply holds steady. Both are entirely legitimate, and we try not to push people towards goals that are ours rather than theirs. We work closely with community mental health colleagues, social workers and families.

Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We keep examining the things that slip quietly in any home, particularly privacy, choice and the way concerns are handled. If you are considering a place with us, please come and visit and meet the people who live here.

Common questions about ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street

Where is ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street located?

ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street is a residential care home in Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6HE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street provide?

ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street's CQC rating?

ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 14 April 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street

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Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Mental Health: Support for people managing a mental health condition, with routines that promote stability and wellbeing.
  • 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 ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street

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?

No. ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street 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. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street 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. ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street 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. ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street 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: 14 April 2023
  • Report published: 14 April 2023

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.

Typical weekly fees in the South West

ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street 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 ABLE (Action for a Better Life) - 57 King Street. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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