Summerhill Residential Care Home

Summerhill Residential Care Home is a residential care home in Ferndown, Dorset (BH22 0ER). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Summerhill Residential Care Home

Summerhill Residential Care Home is in Ferndown, Dorset, and we provide a settled, comfortable home for older people who can no longer manage easily on their own. Many of our residents are living with dementia. We keep the day unhurried and familiar, we avoid unnecessary change, and we spend time early on learning about somebody's life, work, family and habits, because that tells us far more about how to care for them than a list of needs ever could. We also support residents with physical disabilities and residents with sight or hearing loss, adjusting how we communicate and how the home is arranged so that everyone can take part in ordinary daily life. People here decide how their days go. Some prefer company and whatever is happening in the lounge; others would rather have their own room, their own radio and their own peace. Both are right. Families are welcome whenever suits them, and we keep relatives properly in the picture. We also offer respite stays, for family carers who need a planned break and for people needing a period of support after illness or a hospital admission. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We treat that as a floor rather than a ceiling. If you are looking at homes around Ferndown, please come and visit. See the place on an ordinary day and ask us whatever you want to know.

Care provided at Summerhill Residential Care Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Summerhill Residential Care Home

Where is Summerhill Residential Care Home located?

Summerhill Residential Care Home is a residential care home in Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 0ER. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Summerhill Residential Care Home provide?

Summerhill Residential Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Summerhill Residential Care Home's CQC rating?

Summerhill Residential Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 December 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Summerhill Residential Care Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Summerhill Residential Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Summerhill Residential Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Summerhill Residential Care Home

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

Yes. Summerhill Residential Care 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. Summerhill Residential Care 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. Summerhill Residential Care 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. Summerhill Residential Care 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

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

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