The Rivers
The Rivers is a residential care home in Farnborough, Hampshire (GU14 7HT). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Rivers
The Rivers is a residential home in Farnborough supporting adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, most of them younger adults building lives of their own. We keep the house small and calm on purpose. Everybody has their own room to retreat to, and the shared parts of the house belong to the people who live here rather than to the staff. Routines are planned around the individual, including the ones that need to stay exactly the same, because predictability is often what makes everything else possible. We start from what a person already does well and work outwards. That might mean cooking together until somebody is confident alone, sorting out travel so they can get to college or a job, or making sure the house runs in a way that suits how they take in information. Support is agreed with each person using the way of communicating they already trust, and we learn it properly rather than guessing. Getting out is part of ordinary life here, whether that means an activity during the week, work, seeing family or a trip that has become a fixture. Respite stays are available as well, giving families a break while their relative stays somewhere familiar with staff who know them. Our most recent rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please get in touch if you would like to visit.
Care provided at The Rivers
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 April 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Rivers
Where is The Rivers located?
The Rivers is a residential care home in Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7HT. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Rivers provide?
The Rivers is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Rivers's CQC rating?
The Rivers is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 April 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Rivers offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Rivers offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Rivers
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Rivers 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. The Rivers 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. The Rivers 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. The Rivers 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
The Rivers 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
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from The Rivers. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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