Chignal House
Chignal House is a residential care home in Chelmsford, Essex (CM1 2JA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Chignal House
Chignal House is a residential home near Chelmsford supporting adults with a learning disability and autistic adults. We offer permanent places and respite stays. We try to run this as somebody's home rather than as a service they happen to live inside. The people here have their own routines, their own interests and their own firm views about how the house should work, which is exactly as it should be. Support is built around each person: what they want to do with their time, the help they need to do it, and the parts of life they would rather manage themselves without us hovering. Some people here need a great deal of support and some need very little. Knowing which is which, and being willing to step back, is a large part of doing this job properly. Communication gets close attention from us. So much of what goes wrong in support for autistic people and people with a learning disability comes down to somebody not being understood or not being given enough time. We learn how each person communicates and we work at their pace. Respite stays give family carers a genuine break while offering the person staying a change of scene on their own terms. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is Good. You are welcome to visit and see how the house runs.
Care provided at Chignal House
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 22 August 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Chignal House
Where is Chignal House located?
Chignal House is a residential care home in Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 2JA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Chignal House provide?
Chignal House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Chignal House's CQC rating?
Chignal House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 22 August 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Chignal House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Chignal House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Chignal House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Chignal House 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. Chignal House 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. Chignal House 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?
Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.
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
Chignal House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Chignal House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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