Dunsland House
Dunsland House is a residential care home in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire (HP4 3HY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Dunsland House
Dunsland House is a residential care home in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, supporting older people and younger adults, including many people living with dementia. Families usually arrive tired. The decision to move a relative into a care home is rarely taken lightly and often follows a long spell of managing at home with less help than was needed. One of the most useful things we can do early is take some of that weight off, be honest about what we can and cannot offer, and make it possible for a daughter or a husband to go back to being family rather than a carer who never gets an evening off. For the person moving in, the first weeks matter most. We want to know how they have always run their day, what they are proud of, who they want to hear from, what unsettles them and what makes an afternoon good. We write it down, we use it, and we keep correcting it as we learn. Respite stays are available as well as permanent places, whether for a short period of care or to give a family carer a planned break. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please come and visit before deciding anything.
Care provided at Dunsland House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 June 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Dunsland House
Where is Dunsland House located?
Dunsland House is a residential care home in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 3HY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Dunsland House provide?
Dunsland 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 Dunsland House's CQC rating?
Dunsland House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 June 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Dunsland House provide dementia care?
Yes. Dunsland House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Dunsland House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Dunsland House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Dunsland House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Dunsland 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. Dunsland 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. Dunsland 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. Dunsland 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 East
Dunsland House 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 Dunsland House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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