Almond Villas
Almond Villas is a residential care home in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen (BB2 6EX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Almond Villas
Almond Villas is a residential care home in Blackburn providing a home for younger adults and for people living with mental health conditions. We offer permanent places and shorter respite stays. We are not a large institution and we do not try to run like one. People keep their own routines as far as they can, which means getting up when you wake rather than when a rota says so, and a day shaped around what a person actually wants from it. The support covers washing and dressing, medication, meals cooked here, and the practical things that become difficult when somebody is unwell. Where people are managing mental health conditions we have found that a calm and predictable household achieves more than any particular intervention. Our staff tend to stay with us, which means people here are supported by faces they know, and that steadiness counts for a great deal when mood is unreliable. We are not in a hurry, and we do not treat a difficult week as a failure. People are supported to get out, to keep up with the things they care about, and to stay connected to family and friends. Our most recent rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please ring us if you would like to visit.
Care provided at Almond Villas
- Mental health care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 13 March 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Almond Villas
Where is Almond Villas located?
Almond Villas is a residential care home in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 6EX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Almond Villas provide?
Almond Villas is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Almond Villas's CQC rating?
Almond Villas is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 13 March 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Almond Villas offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Almond Villas offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Almond Villas
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Almond Villas 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?
No. Almond Villas 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. Almond Villas 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. Almond Villas 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 North West
Almond Villas has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the North West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £800 to £1,050 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Almond Villas. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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