Ridgewell House
Ridgewell House is a residential care home in Clacton On Sea, Essex (CO15 5LZ). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Ridgewell House
Ridgewell House is a residential care home in Clacton on Sea. We support older people who need help with daily life but not nursing care, including people living with dementia, and we take respite bookings as well as permanent places. We should deal with the rating first, because you will have seen it. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. We are not going to argue with it or bury it at the foot of a page. An inspection finds what it finds, and the work of putting it right belongs to us. We have an action plan, the people who commission care from us know exactly where we have got to with it, and we would far rather walk you through that in person than offer you a paragraph written to reassure. What has not changed is the ordinary business of the home. Clacton is a seaside town and a good many of the people living here have known it all their lives, which gives the lounge plenty of common ground. We help people wash and dress, manage their medicines, eat properly and get outside. For residents with dementia we keep routines steady and the surroundings familiar, and we do not hurry anybody. If you are considering us for a relative, come and look. Ask the awkward questions, ask to see where we are with the plan, and speak to the families who are already here. We would sooner you decided on what you find than on a rating alone.
Care provided at Ridgewell House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 29 November 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Ridgewell House
Where is Ridgewell House located?
Ridgewell House is a residential care home in Clacton On Sea, Essex, CO15 5LZ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Ridgewell House provide?
Ridgewell House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Ridgewell House's CQC rating?
Ridgewell House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 29 November 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Ridgewell House provide dementia care?
Yes. Ridgewell House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Ridgewell House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Ridgewell House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Ridgewell House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Ridgewell House 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. Ridgewell 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. Ridgewell 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?
No. Ridgewell House 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 East
Ridgewell 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
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Ridgewell House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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