St Anne's Community Services - 1
St Anne's Community Services - 1 is a residential care home in Dewsbury, Kirklees (WF13 4LN). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About St Anne's Community Services - 1
Here at St Anne's Community in Dewsbury, we provide residential care for adults with learning disabilities and autism in the heart of Kirklees. We are a care home that genuinely gets to know the people we support, taking time to understand what matters to each individual and building our support around their lives rather than asking them to fit around ours. We believe that home should feel like home. That means supporting people to make real choices about their day, their routines, their meals and their social lives. Whether someone wants a quiet day in familiar surroundings or to get out and explore what Dewsbury and the wider area has to offer, we work alongside them to make that happen. For people who have lived with a learning disability or autism all their lives, consistency and trust matter enormously, and we work hard to build relationships that are rooted in both. Our team brings genuine experience of working with people with a range of learning disabilities and autism support needs. We invest in training and take the time to make sure everyone who works here understands the people they are supporting as individuals, not just their care needs on paper. We are proud that our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated us as Good. That outcome reflects the everyday commitment of our staff and, more importantly, the feedback from the people who live here and those who care about them. If you are looking for a residential care home in Dewsbury for someone with a learning disability or autism, we would always encourage you to come and visit us, ask questions and get a real feel for the place. We think that is the only honest way to know whether we are the right fit.
Care provided at St Anne's Community Services - 1
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 15 November 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about St Anne's Community Services - 1
Where is St Anne's Community Services - 1 located?
St Anne's Community Services - 1 is a residential care home in Dewsbury, Kirklees, WF13 4LN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does St Anne's Community Services - 1 provide?
St Anne's Community Services - 1 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 St Anne's Community Services - 1's CQC rating?
St Anne's Community Services - 1 is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 15 November 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does St Anne's Community Services - 1 offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. St Anne's Community Services - 1 offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about St Anne's Community Services - 1
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. St Anne's Community Services - Dewsbury 1 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. St Anne's Community Services - Dewsbury 1 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. St Anne's Community Services - Dewsbury 1 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 Yorkshire & Humberside
St Anne's Community Services - Dewsbury 1 has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the Yorkshire & Humberside, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £800 to £1,050 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the Yorkshire & Humberside, not a quote from St Anne's Community Services - Dewsbury 1. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
More about the care at St Anne's Community Services - 1
Respite Care at St Anne's Community Services - 1
Planning a short break at St Anne's Community Services Dewsbury 1 in Dewsbury starts with checking availability early, as rooms for respite are often booked weeks or months ahead. Most homes ask for a minimum stay of around a week and want medication, clothing, toiletries and any comfort items clearly labelled. A respite visit can also work as a trial before considering a permanent move. Ask about fees, funding routes through Kirklees and what a typical day looks like.
Residential Care at St Anne's Community Services - 1
Living in a residential care home means having a room of your own along with help that is on hand day and night for things like washing, dressing, medication prompts, laundry, meals and joining in with activities. It differs from nursing care because there is no registered nurse on the rota, so it suits adults whose health needs can be met by trained care staff and community NHS services rather than round the clock clinical input. St Anne's Community Services Dewsbury 1 is registered for residential care for adults with a learning disability or autism, and its last CQC inspection in November 2023 rated it good. Weekly fees across Yorkshire and Humberside typically sit between 800 and 1050 pounds, while Kirklees Council usually pays around 650 to 800 pounds for a funded placement. Ask how choice, routines and community access work in practice.
Learning Disability and Autism at St Anne's Community Services - 1
Good support here is built around the person, not the diagnosis, with attention to communication style, sensory preferences, familiar routines and the pace of building trust. Placements are usually arranged through a Kirklees social worker with an annual review and health action plan alongside. St Anne's Community Services Dewsbury 1 is registered for this specialism. Ask how they involve families, capacity assessments and independence goals in day to day life.
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