Dolphin Court
Dolphin Court is a residential care home in Havant, Hampshire (PO9 1HN). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Dolphin Court
Dolphin Court is a residential care home in Havant for adults with a learning disability and for autistic adults. We provide permanent places and also respite stays, which can give families who usually provide the support a planned break. Our starting point is that people should have as ordinary a life as possible. That means being known properly, having choice over the day, being supported to use shops, cafes, leisure centres and transport in Havant and the surrounding area, and having the chance to build skills at home rather than having everything done for them. Autistic people often need the environment to work differently, and we take that seriously. We think about noise, light and how busy the house feels, we give notice before things change, and we use whatever way of communicating suits the person rather than whatever suits us. Where someone becomes distressed, we look at what caused it and change the situation instead of simply managing the behaviour. Families and advocates know things about a person that no assessment will tell us, so we ask, and we keep asking. We work with community learning disability teams and other professionals across Hampshire to keep support joined up. The Care Quality Commission rates us good overall. If you are looking for a placement, or would like to talk about respite at Dolphin Court, please contact us and arrange to come and see the house.
Care provided at Dolphin Court
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 23 March 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Dolphin Court
Where is Dolphin Court located?
Dolphin Court is a residential care home in Havant, Hampshire, PO9 1HN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Dolphin Court provide?
Dolphin Court is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Dolphin Court's CQC rating?
Dolphin Court is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 23 March 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Dolphin Court offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Dolphin Court offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Dolphin Court
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Dolphin Court 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. Dolphin Court 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. Dolphin Court 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?
Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.
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
Dolphin Court 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 Dolphin Court. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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