Plean Dene
Plean Dene is a residential care home in Shanklin, Isle of Wight (PO37 6RQ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Plean Dene
Plean Dene is a residential care home in Shanklin on the Isle of Wight, supporting adults living with a learning disability or autism. We also offer respite stays for people who usually live at home with family. We are a home rather than a placement. The people who live here have their own rooms, their own routines and their own say in how the house is run, from what goes on the shopping list to what happens at the weekend. Support is given where it is needed, whether that is with personal care, communication, medication, money or getting to appointments, and we are careful to offer help without taking over. Independence grows when someone is allowed to do the parts they can manage, even when it takes longer. Everybody here has support planned around them, written with them and reviewed properly rather than filed away. We think just as hard about the good parts of a week as the practical ones, so time with friends and family, activities, work or college and simply getting out along the seafront all count. Shanklin and the wider Isle of Wight are part of daily life for us, and we use local shops, cafes and groups regularly. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is Good. If you would like to visit Plean Dene, you are very welcome.
Care provided at Plean Dene
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 21 August 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Plean Dene
Where is Plean Dene located?
Plean Dene is a residential care home in Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6RQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Plean Dene provide?
Plean Dene 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 Plean Dene's CQC rating?
Plean Dene is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 21 August 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Plean Dene offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Plean Dene offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Plean Dene
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Plean Dene 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. Plean Dene 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. Plean Dene 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
Plean Dene 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 Plean Dene. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
More about the care at Plean Dene
Respite Care at Plean Dene
Short breaks at Plean Dene are offered for adults who usually live at home with family, giving carers a rest and the guest a change of scene. Most homes ask for a minimum stay of a week or two, so enquire early, especially around school holidays. Pack medication in its original packaging, clothing, familiar items and any communication aids. A respite booking can also work as a trial run before considering a permanent move.
Residential Care at Plean Dene
Everyday living support is the core of what a residential care home like Plean Dene is registered to provide, which means help with meals, personal care, medication prompts and getting out and about, but not the round the clock clinical input that a nursing home offers. If someone develops health needs that require a registered nurse on site, a different setting may be more appropriate. Fees across the South East typically fall between £1100 and £1450 a week, while the Isle of Wight council usually funds around £800 to £950, so it is worth asking directly what the current rate is and whether any top up applies. The home holds a good overall rating from the Care Quality Commission following its August 2018 inspection. Ask how activities, mealtimes and personal routines are shaped around the people who live there.
Learning Disability and Autism at Plean Dene
Plean Dene in Shanklin is registered to support adults with a learning disability or autism, which usually involves person centred plans, predictable routines, attention to sensory needs and building independence at the person's own pace. Commissioning generally runs through the Isle of Wight council or health team, with annual reviews and best interests decisions where needed. Ask how plans are written with the person, how communication is supported and how progress is tracked between reviews.
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