Winston House

Winston House is a residential care home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire (CB2 8BG). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Winston House

Winston House is a residential care home in Cambridge supporting adults who are managing mental health conditions, including younger adults. We also offer respite stays for people who need somewhere settled for a shorter period. Our approach is built on steadiness and respect. Many of the people who come to us have had unsettled periods and a good number of moves, so the first thing we try to offer is somewhere calm where nothing changes without warning and where they are treated as adults making their own decisions. People have their own rooms and their own routines, and they have a real say in how their days go. Support is agreed with each person rather than imposed. For some that means working towards managing more independently, perhaps around cooking, money, appointments or getting back into work or study. For others it means reliable support that simply holds steady. Both are entirely legitimate, and we try not to push people towards goals that are ours rather than theirs. We work closely with community mental health colleagues, social workers and families, because support that everybody has agreed on is the support that tends to last. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We keep examining the things that slip quietly in any home, particularly privacy, choice and the way concerns are handled. If you are considering a place with us, please come and visit and meet the people who live here.

Care provided at Winston House

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Winston House

Where is Winston House located?

Winston House is a residential care home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8BG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Winston House provide?

Winston House 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 Winston House's CQC rating?

Winston House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 14 March 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Winston House offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Winston House

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

No. Winston House 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. Winston House 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. Winston House 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. Winston House 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

Winston House 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 Winston House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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