Susan Day Residential Home

Logo of Susan Day Residential Home, a care home in Ilfracombe, Devon, offering older person care.

Susan Day Residential Home is a residential care home in Ilfracombe, Devon (EX34 8AQ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Susan Day Residential Home

We are Susan Day Residential Home in Ilfracombe, Devon. We provide residential care for older people, both as a permanent home and as a respite stay for those who need support for a shorter period. We are a residential home rather than a nursing one. What we do is support people with the everyday things that have become hard work: washing and dressing, meals, medication, moving about safely, and the ordinary company of other people. Where health needs go beyond that we work with district nurses and GPs, and we are clear with families about what we can and cannot provide, because a placement that turns out to be the wrong fit helps nobody. A home of our size has an advantage worth mentioning, which is that staff genuinely know everyone who lives here. Not just the care plan but the preferences, the history, the small things that make a difference to a person's day. That knowledge is what good care is actually built on. Respite guests are properly assessed and properly welcomed, whether they are with us while a family carer takes a break or recovering after a spell in hospital. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good.

Care provided at Susan Day Residential Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Susan Day Residential Home

Where is Susan Day Residential Home located?

Susan Day Residential Home is a residential care home in Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 8AQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Susan Day Residential Home provide?

Susan Day Residential Home 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 Susan Day Residential Home's CQC rating?

Susan Day Residential Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 5 March 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Susan Day Residential Home offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Susan Day Residential Home

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

No. Susan Day Residential Home 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. Susan Day 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. Susan Day 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?

No. Susan Day Residential Home 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

Susan Day Residential Home 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 Susan Day Residential Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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