Belford House
Belford House is a residential care home in Alton, Hampshire (GU34 5AH). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Belford House
We are Belford House, a residential care home in Alton, Hampshire. We look after older people, including those living with dementia, and we also support younger adults whose needs suit a residential setting. Respite stays are available. Moving into a care home is a considerable upheaval, and we try to make it feel less like an ending than it can appear. People arrive with their own furniture, pictures and habits, and we work around those rather than expecting everybody to take on ours. What time you like to wake, where you want your breakfast, how sociable you feel on a given day: those decisions stay with you. For people living with dementia, most of the useful work is in the detail. Knowing somebody's history and the job they did. Recognising early what tends to unsettle them. Being willing to go at their pace rather than the rota's. That prevents far more distress than it costs in time. We also make a point of supporting what people can still do themselves, because losing that unnecessarily is very hard to put right. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Relatives are welcome at any reasonable hour. Please ring us if you would like to visit.
Care provided at Belford House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 6 February 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Belford House
Where is Belford House located?
Belford House is a residential care home in Alton, Hampshire, GU34 5AH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Belford House provide?
Belford House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Belford House's CQC rating?
Belford House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 6 February 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Belford House provide dementia care?
Yes. Belford House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Belford House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Belford House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Belford House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Belford 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. Belford 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. Belford 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?
Yes. Yes. Belford House 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 South East
Belford House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,200 to £1,550 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Belford House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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