Longfield Care Home
Longfield Care Home is a residential care home in Maldon, Essex (CM9 6DJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Longfield Care Home
Longfield is a residential care home in Maldon supporting older people, including many living with dementia, and we welcome respite guests. Maldon is a small town and our home has the feel of one. Staff know residents and their families properly, often over years, and nothing happens at speed for the sake of it. People get up when they wake, eat what they fancy and spend the day as they choose. Dementia care is a large part of our work and we approach it patiently. We keep routines familiar, the building calm and the staffing consistent, and we take our lead from the person rather than pulling them into our version of things. When somebody is distressed we treat it as a message with a cause behind it, and go looking for that cause rather than for a way to stop the behaviour. Relatives often know exactly what helps, and we would far rather ask them than guess. We also work hard at keeping ordinary life going. Proper meals, time outside when the weather allows, music that means something to the person and conversation that follows their interests. Respite stays give family carers a genuine break, and the person staying receives exactly what a permanent resident receives. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission was good. If you would like to look round, please get in touch.
Care provided at Longfield Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 21 December 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Longfield Care Home
Where is Longfield Care Home located?
Longfield Care Home is a residential care home in Maldon, Essex, CM9 6DJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Longfield Care Home provide?
Longfield Care Home 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 Longfield Care Home's CQC rating?
Longfield 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 21 December 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Longfield Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Longfield Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Longfield Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Longfield Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Longfield Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Longfield 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. Longfield 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. Longfield 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. Longfield 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 East
Longfield Care Home 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 Longfield Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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