Bridge House
Bridge House is a residential care home in Sittingbourne, Kent (ME10 2TA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Bridge House
Bridge House is a residential care home in Sittingbourne, Kent, supporting adults with a learning disability and adults who are autistic. We work with younger adults and we can offer respite stays as well as permanent places. Support here is planned around individuals rather than around a house routine. We take the time to learn how each person communicates, what they enjoy, what unsettles them and how they like things done. The week belongs to the person, whether that means work, college, volunteering, regular time with family or a settled routine that nobody interferes with. People choose their own food, keep their own belongings and habits, and have a genuine say in how the house is run. Where somebody wants to take on more for themselves, whether that is cooking, using public transport or managing their own money, we support it patiently and expect it to take as long as it takes. When a person becomes distressed, we treat it as information rather than as behaviour to be controlled. There is nearly always a reason, and knowing somebody well is what allows us to find it. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. If you would like to visit, or to talk about a permanent place or a respite stay, please get in touch and we will arrange a time.
Care provided at Bridge House
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 23 May 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Bridge House
Where is Bridge House located?
Bridge House is a residential care home in Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 2TA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Bridge House provide?
Bridge House 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 Bridge House's CQC rating?
Bridge House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 23 May 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Bridge House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Bridge House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Bridge House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Bridge House 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. Bridge 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. Bridge 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. Bridge 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
Bridge 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
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Bridge House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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