Welby Croft Residential Home
Welby Croft Residential Home is a residential care home in High Peak, Derbyshire (SK23 9RY). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Welby Croft Residential Home
We at Welby Croft Residential Home are proud to offer compassionate residential care in the heart of High Peak, Derbyshire. Nestled within the scenic SK postcode area of the East Midlands, our home provides a warm and welcoming environment where older people, younger adults, and those living with dementia can feel truly at ease. Our setting reflects the charm and tranquillity of the High Peak region, an area known for its rolling landscapes and friendly community spirit. Within our home, we aim to create a calm, comfortable atmosphere that feels familiar and reassuring, somewhere residents can genuinely call home. Every corner of our environment is designed with our residents' wellbeing in mind, supporting both independence and connection. We specialise in older person care, residential care, dementia care, and support for younger adults. In practice, this means our team takes the time to understand each resident as an individual, recognising their history, preferences, and personal routines. For those living with dementia, this person centred approach is especially important; familiar faces, gentle reassurance, and thoughtfully structured days can make all the difference. For younger adults in our care, we focus on encouraging independence whilst providing the right level of support to help them thrive. Families can take comfort in knowing that their loved ones are treated with dignity, kindness, and respect at every stage of their journey with us. Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in March 2021, rated us as Requires Improvement overall. We are open and transparent about this rating because we believe families deserve honesty when making such an important decision. The inspection recognised that we are Good in the areas of Effective, Caring, and Responsive, which reflects the genuine warmth and skill our team brings to daily care. We acknowledge the areas highlighted for improvement under Safe and Well led, and we remain wholeheartedly committed to strengthening these aspects, learning continually, and raising the standard of care we provide. Choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that responsibility. If you are exploring options for a loved one in the High Peak area, we warmly invite you to get in touch with us. We would be delighted to answer your questions, share more about our approach, and help you feel confident that your family member will be cared for with the compassion and respect they deserve.
Care provided at Welby Croft Residential Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 12 January 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Welby Croft Residential Home
Where is Welby Croft Residential Home located?
Welby Croft Residential Home is a residential care home in High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 9RY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Welby Croft Residential Home provide?
Welby Croft Residential Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Welby Croft Residential Home's CQC rating?
Welby Croft Residential Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 12 January 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Welby Croft Residential Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Welby Croft Residential Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Welby Croft Residential Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Welby Croft Residential Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Welby Croft Residential Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Welby Croft Residential 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. Welby Croft Residential 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. Welby Croft Residential 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?
Yes. Yes. Welby Croft Residential Home 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
Welby Croft Residential Home 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
- Dementia care: £950 to £1,200 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Welby Croft Residential Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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