The Care Home

The Care Home is a nursing home in Sidcup, Bexley (DA14 4BG). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About The Care Home

The Sidcup Care Home is a nursing home in Sidcup, Bexley. We care for older people whose health needs go beyond residential care, for younger adults living with conditions that require qualified nursing, and for people with physical disabilities. Respite stays are available as well. Having registered nurses on duty at every hour is the foundation of what we do. Medication is managed carefully, wound care, catheter care and long standing conditions are dealt with on site rather than through a run of appointments elsewhere, and a change in a resident's health tends to be noticed early because the person noticing knows them well. We work closely with GPs, district nurses, therapists and hospital teams, and we press on a resident's behalf when something is slow in coming. Nursing is only half of what a home should be, and we try hard not to let clinical routine crowd out ordinary life. Residents choose when to get up, where to sit, what they would like to eat and whether they want company or quiet. Rooms are people's own space, filled with their own things, and visitors come when it suits them. For residents with physical disabilities the emphasis is on equipment that fits, transfers handled safely and without indignity, and as much independence as somebody wants to keep. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Ring us if you would like to come and see an ordinary day here.

Care provided at The Care Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about The Care Home

Where is The Care Home located?

The Care Home is a nursing home in Sidcup, Bexley, DA14 4BG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does The Care Home provide?

The Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is The Care Home's CQC rating?

The Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 8 February 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does The Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about The Care Home

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

No. The Sidcup Care Home 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?

Yes. Yes. The Sidcup Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. The Sidcup Care Home 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. The Sidcup Care Home 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 London

The Sidcup Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the London, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the London, not a quote from The Sidcup Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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