Reach Magnolia
Reach Magnolia is a residential care home in Slough, Buckinghamshire (SL3 6LX). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Reach Magnolia
We at Reach Magnolia are proud to offer compassionate residential care in the heart of Slough, a welcoming home where individuals from across Buckinghamshire and the wider South East can feel safe, valued, and supported. Our care home is designed to be a place where every resident truly belongs. Nestled within the SL postcode area, our setting provides a comfortable and familiar environment for those who call Slough and the surrounding communities home. Being located in this well connected part of the South East means families can visit easily, maintaining the close relationships that matter so much to the wellbeing of our residents. The local area offers a sense of community that we are delighted to be part of. Our care provision is genuinely broad, reflecting the diverse needs of the people we support. We provide residential care for older people, alongside specialist support for adults living with learning disabilities or autism, mental health needs, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. We also welcome younger adults whose needs are best met in a supportive residential setting. In practice, this breadth of expertise means that we take time to understand each person as an individual, recognising that no two journeys into care look the same. Whether a resident needs gentle daily support, encouragement to build independence, or more comprehensive assistance, our approach is always shaped around them. For families, this means reassurance that loved ones with complex or overlapping needs do not have to compromise. A person living with a learning disability who also experiences sensory impairment, or an older adult managing a mental health condition, will find a team here who understands how these elements interact and who responds with patience and respect. We believe that good care begins with truly seeing the person in front of us. Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in November 2022, awarded us an overall rating of Requires Improvement. We want to be open about what this means. Whilst the inspection found that we are Good in the areas of Caring and Responsive, recognising the warmth of our team and the way we tailor support to each resident, it also identified that we need to strengthen our practice in the Safe, Effective, and Well led domains. We take this feedback seriously. For us, the Good ratings in Caring and Responsive reflect what families tell us every day about the kindness and attentiveness of our staff, and we are committed to building on that foundation by improving in every other area too. Continuous improvement is at the centre of how we work. We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and we know it often comes during a time of worry or change. If you are exploring options for a loved one in Slough or the wider Buckinghamshire area, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and learn more about whether Reach Magnolia could be the right home. We are here to listen, to reassure, and to walk alongside you as you make this important choice.
Care provided at Reach Magnolia
- Older person care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 7 June 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Reach Magnolia
Where is Reach Magnolia located?
Reach Magnolia is a residential care home in Slough, Buckinghamshire, SL3 6LX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Reach Magnolia provide?
Reach Magnolia is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Reach Magnolia's CQC rating?
Reach Magnolia is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 7 June 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Reach Magnolia offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Reach Magnolia offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Reach Magnolia
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Reach Magnolia 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. Reach Magnolia 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. Reach Magnolia 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. Reach Magnolia 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 South East
Reach Magnolia has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Reach Magnolia. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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