Broom Cottage
Broom Cottage is a residential care home in Alfreton, Derbyshire (DE55 6LD). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Broom Cottage
Broom Cottage is a residential care home in Alfreton, Derbyshire, supporting adults living with a learning disability or autism, including younger adults who are building the confidence and everyday skills to live the life they want. We are a small setting, which means the people who live here are known properly as individuals rather than simply looked after. Our approach starts with the person. Some of those we support have been with us for years and others come to us for respite while a family carer takes a well earned break, and in both cases we plan the stay around what that person actually enjoys and needs. That might mean support with personal care and medication, help to stay in touch with family, or company on a walk into town. We work at the pace of the individual, and we are careful not to take over tasks that someone would rather do for themselves. Alfreton gives us easy links into the wider Derbyshire area, and local shops, cafes, groups and green spaces are part of ordinary life here rather than an occasional treat. Relatives are welcome and we would far rather hear from families regularly than only when something needs putting right. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is Good, and we treat that as a standard to keep meeting.
Care provided at Broom Cottage
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 2 March 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Broom Cottage
Where is Broom Cottage located?
Broom Cottage is a residential care home in Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 6LD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Broom Cottage provide?
Broom Cottage is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Broom Cottage's CQC rating?
Broom Cottage is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 2 March 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Broom Cottage offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Broom Cottage offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Broom Cottage
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Broom Cottage 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. Broom Cottage 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. Broom Cottage 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. Broom Cottage 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 Midlands
Broom Cottage has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £850 to £1,100 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Broom Cottage. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
More about the care at Broom Cottage
Respite Care at Broom Cottage
Short breaks work best when booked early, particularly around school holidays and bank holidays when family carers most often need cover. Broom Cottage is registered for respite, which was rated good by the CQC in March 2023. Pack familiar clothing, toiletries, medication in original packaging, and anything that supports routine or comfort. A well planned respite stay can also serve as a trial run before considering a permanent move.
Residential Care at Broom Cottage
Everyday living at Broom Cottage in Alfreton is what residential care is designed around, covering meals, help with personal care, medication support and companionship through the day, without the clinical input of a registered nurse on site. The distinction matters because residential settings suit people whose needs are social and practical rather than continuously medical, and nursing needs are usually met by visiting district nurses or GPs. The home holds a good rating from its March 2023 CQC inspection. Typical weekly fees across the East Midlands sit between roughly £850 and £1,100, while Derbyshire County Council usually funds placements at around £680 to £820. Ask how a day is shaped, how activities are chosen with residents, and how health appointments are supported.
Younger Adults at Broom Cottage
Being under 65 in a care setting brings different expectations around friendships, work, education, hobbies and community life, which is why registration for younger adults matters. Broom Cottage is registered to support this age group alongside people with a learning disability or autism. It is worth asking how peers of a similar age are supported, and how links with local Alfreton life, family and interests outside the home are maintained.
Learning Disability and Autism at Broom Cottage
Support for adults with a learning disability or autism should start from the person, with routines, communication preferences and sensory needs shaped around them rather than the other way round. Broom Cottage is registered for this group, and commissioning normally runs through Derbyshire County Council with regular reviews of the care and support plan. Ask how independence skills are encouraged, how choices are offered day to day, and how family or advocates are involved in reviews.
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