Talbot House Care Home

About Us

We at Talbot House Care Home offer nursing care in the welcoming market town of Rugeley, Staffordshire, providing a supportive home for older people, younger adults, and those living with dementia or learning disabilities. Our setting in the West Midlands places us within easy reach of family and friends across the wider WS postcode area.

Situated in Rugeley, our home benefits from a peaceful location that combines the comfort of a residential community with proximity to local amenities, green spaces, and the town centre. The surroundings offer a familiar and reassuring atmosphere for residents, and visiting loved ones can enjoy the accessibility of a well connected Staffordshire town when they come to spend time with family.

Our team is experienced in supporting a broad range of needs. As a nursing home, we provide round the clock clinical care for residents with complex health requirements, delivered by qualified nurses working alongside compassionate care staff. For those living with dementia, we focus on creating a calm, structured environment where routines, gentle stimulation, and familiar faces help residents feel safe and understood. We also welcome younger adults and individuals with learning disabilities or autism, tailoring our approach so each person can live as independently and meaningfully as possible, with dignity at the heart of everything we do.

Respite care is another important part of what we offer. Whether a family carer needs a short break, or someone is recovering after a hospital stay, our short stay arrangements provide the same warmth, professionalism, and attention as our longer term care. For families, this means peace of mind knowing their loved one is looked after by a team that truly cares.

We recognise that choosing a care home is a deeply personal decision, and transparency matters. Following our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection in June 2022, Talbot House Care Home received an overall rating of Requires Improvement, with our Caring domain rated Good, reflecting the genuine kindness and compassion shown by our staff every day. The Safe, Effective, Responsive, and Well led domains were rated Requires Improvement, and we take these findings seriously. They guide our ongoing work to strengthen every aspect of the home, ensuring that the quality of care matches the warmth of our team.

If you are exploring care options for someone you love, we warmly invite you to get in touch. A conversation, a visit, or simply a few questions answered can make all the difference at a difficult time. We would be honoured to show you around Talbot House Care Home and share how we can support your family with understanding, patience, and genuine care.

Common questions about Talbot House Care Home

Where is Talbot House Care Home located?

Talbot House Care Home is a nursing home in Rugeley, Staffordshire, WS15 2EG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Talbot House Care Home provide?

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

What is Talbot House Care Home's CQC rating?

Talbot House Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 30 June 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Talbot House Care Home provide dementia care?

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

Does Talbot House Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

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

Contact Talbot House Care Home

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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.
• Dementia: Specialist support for people living with dementia, in a calm, familiar setting with trained staff.
• Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
• 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.
• Nursing Care: Round-the-clock care from qualified nurses for residents with medical or complex health needs.

Questions families ask about Talbot House Care Home

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?

Yes. Talbot House Care Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move. Ask how they support people in the later stages. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

Yes. Talbot House Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Talbot House Care Home 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. Talbot House Care Home 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: 30 June 2022
• Report published: 30 June 2022

Overall: Requires Improvement

• Safe: Requires Improvement
• Effective: Requires Improvement
• Caring: Good
• Responsive: Requires Improvement
• Well-led: Requires Improvement

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.

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