Waterbeach

Waterbeach is a residential care home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire (CB25 9JZ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Waterbeach

We are a residential care home in Waterbeach, near Cambridge. We support older people and younger adults, including adults with a learning disability, autistic adults, and people with a physical disability or a visual or hearing impairment. With that mix of people under one roof, a single routine would suit nobody, so we do not run one. People get up when they are ready, eat what appeals to them and spend their days as they choose. What stays constant is that staff are about, and that they know the people here well enough to see when somebody is struggling with something they would not say out loud. Support plans are written with the person and with anyone they want involved, and they are reviewed when circumstances change rather than at set intervals. Where somebody wants to take on more for themselves, we build it up at their pace instead of deciding in advance what is realistic. Communication is central. We take time to learn how each person tells us what they want, in whatever form that takes, and we make sure new staff learn it before working alone. Where a person has a visual or hearing impairment, we make sure that knowledge is shared with everybody rather than held by one or two. We offer respite stays as well as permanent places. Our most recent CQC overall rating is good. Please get in touch if you would like to visit.

Care provided at Waterbeach

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Waterbeach

Where is Waterbeach located?

Waterbeach is a residential care home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB25 9JZ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Waterbeach provide?

Waterbeach is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Waterbeach's CQC rating?

Waterbeach 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 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Waterbeach offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Waterbeach

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

No. Waterbeach 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. Waterbeach 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. Waterbeach 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. Waterbeach 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 East

Waterbeach has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Waterbeach. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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