The Glen Care Home
The Glen Care Home is a nursing home in Shepton Mallet, Somerset (BA4 6JS). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Glen Care Home
We are a nursing home in Shepton Mallet, caring for people whose needs require qualified nursing alongside help with daily living. We look after older people, including those living with dementia, and people with physical disabilities. Having registered nurses on duty means that medication, pain, wounds, continence and the difficulties people have with eating, drinking and moving are managed properly and without waiting, and that a change in somebody's health is picked up early rather than late. Necessary as that work is, it is not the whole of a life, so we try to make sure people still choose when they get up, what they wear, what they would like to eat and who they want beside them. Nursing care for a person living with dementia asks for patience above everything else. We take time to learn about somebody's history, work, music and habits and the things that comfort or unsettle them, because that knowledge does more good than any procedure when a person is frightened or disorientated. We work closely with general practitioners, community teams, therapists and hospital staff, keep families properly informed, and where someone is nearing the end of life we concentrate on comfort, dignity and the company of those they love. Respite stays are available too. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated us good overall. Please come and see us and ask whatever you need to.
Care provided at The Glen Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 19 December 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about The Glen Care Home
Where is The Glen Care Home located?
The Glen Care Home is a nursing home in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 6JS. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Glen Care Home provide?
The Glen Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Glen Care Home's CQC rating?
The Glen 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 19 December 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Glen Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. The Glen Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does The Glen Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Glen Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Glen Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. The Glen Care Home 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?
Yes. Yes. The Glen 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 Glen 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?
No. The Glen Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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
The Glen Care Home 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.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,400 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,250 to £1,600 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from The Glen Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.