Elmdene

Elmdene is a residential care home in London, Greenwich (SE18 6UB). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Elmdene

Elmdene is a residential care home in Greenwich, in south east London, supporting younger adults living with mental health conditions. Alongside permanent places we offer respite stays for people who need a period of support away from home. Mental health recovery is rarely a straight line, and we try to run the house in a way that accepts that. Some weeks somebody will want to be busy, cook for themselves, get out across London and manage most of their own routine. Other weeks the same person may need considerably more from us. We aim to be steady through both, and we do not treat a difficult period as a failure or as grounds for taking away independence that somebody has worked hard for. Support here is planned with the person, not handed to them. That means agreeing together what help looks like, what the early signs are when things become harder, and what somebody would like us to do at that point. We work alongside community mental health teams, GPs and families so that the people involved in a person's care are actually talking to one another. We also want people to have a life beyond the front door, including work, study, friendships and the ordinary business of a week. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please come and see how the house feels in person.

Care provided at Elmdene

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Elmdene

Where is Elmdene located?

Elmdene is a residential care home in London, Greenwich, SE18 6UB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Elmdene provide?

Elmdene is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Elmdene's CQC rating?

Elmdene is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 18 April 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Elmdene offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Elmdene

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

No. Elmdene 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. Elmdene 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. Elmdene 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?

Yes. Yes. Elmdene supports younger adults as well as older people.

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 London

Elmdene has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the London, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the London, not a quote from Elmdene. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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