Whitelodge Care Home

Whitelodge Care Home is a residential care home in Bristol, Bristol, City of (BS16 5BD). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Whitelodge Care Home

Whitelodge Care Home is a residential home in Bristol. We provide care for older people, including people living with dementia and people with visual or hearing impairment, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. We are a residential home rather than a clinical setting, and the day here belongs to the people living in it. Some like an early start and the garden; others prefer a slow morning. Our part is to make either possible, and to help with washing, dressing, medication, meals and getting about in a way that supports independence rather than replacing it. Dementia care is central to our work. We take time to learn each person's history, their habits and the things that reassure them, because that knowledge is what allows staff to respond to the feeling behind a difficult moment rather than simply the behaviour in front of them. A calm environment, familiar faces and a predictable rhythm do a great deal of the rest. Where a resident has a sight or hearing impairment we adapt how we communicate and keep things where they expect to find them, because small changes cause disproportionate difficulty. Respite stays get the same planning as any other admission, whether they give a family carer a proper break or support somebody after a spell in hospital. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. You are welcome to visit Whitelodge and see the home on an ordinary day.

Care provided at Whitelodge Care Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Whitelodge Care Home

Where is Whitelodge Care Home located?

Whitelodge Care Home is a residential care home in Bristol, Bristol, City of, BS16 5BD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Whitelodge Care Home provide?

Whitelodge Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Sensory impairment support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Whitelodge Care Home's CQC rating?

Whitelodge 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 7 April 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Whitelodge Care Home provide dementia care?

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

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

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

Questions families ask about Whitelodge Care Home

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

Yes. Whitelodge 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?

No. Whitelodge Care Home 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. Whitelodge 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. Whitelodge 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

Whitelodge 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.

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

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