Kenwith Castle Country House Care

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Kenwith Castle Country House Care is a residential care home in Bideford, Devon (EX39 5BE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Kenwith Castle Country House Care

Kenwith Castle is a residential care home near Bideford in Devon. We are home to older people, both for the long term and for shorter respite stays when a family carer needs a rest. The setting is a genuine part of what we offer. Grounds to walk in, somewhere to sit outside when the weather allows, and views that are worth looking at are not luxuries for somebody who spends most of their day within a few rooms. We make real use of them rather than treating them as something for the brochure. Inside, our priorities are plain. Good food, warm rooms, laundry that comes back, help when it is wanted and privacy when it is not. Residents get up and go to bed when it suits them rather than when a rota finds it convenient. We take trouble over knowing people: their working life, their family, which chair is theirs, how they take their tea. Those details are how somebody stays a person here rather than becoming a resident. Respite guests are properly welcomed. We ask in advance how the person likes things done, because a short stay gives us no time to learn it gradually. Our overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We would rather be judged on the small daily things than on anything we could claim in a paragraph.

Care provided at Kenwith Castle Country House Care

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Kenwith Castle Country House Care

Where is Kenwith Castle Country House Care located?

Kenwith Castle Country House Care is a residential care home in Bideford, Devon, EX39 5BE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Kenwith Castle Country House Care provide?

Kenwith Castle Country House Care is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Kenwith Castle Country House Care's CQC rating?

Kenwith Castle Country House Care is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 24 February 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Kenwith Castle Country House Care offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Kenwith Castle Country House Care

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

No. Kenwith Castle Country House Care 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. Kenwith Castle Country House Care 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. Kenwith Castle Country House Care 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?

No. Kenwith Castle Country House Care is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.

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 West

Kenwith Castle Country House Care has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Kenwith Castle Country House Care. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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