The Denby at Denby Dale
The Denby at Denby Dale is a residential care home in Huddersfield, Kirklees (HD8 8RP). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Denby at Denby Dale
The Denby at Denby Dale is a residential care home near Huddersfield, caring for people from across Kirklees and the surrounding villages. We support older people and younger adults, including residents living with dementia, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. We try to run a household rather than a facility, and mostly that is a question of pace. There is time here to help someone get ready without hurrying them, time for a proper conversation and time to sit with a resident who is having a difficult afternoon. Meals are a real part of the day, with an alternative always available, and residents keep their own routines as far as they can. Dementia care starts with knowing the person. Their working life, their family, their habits and what has always comforted them guide how we support them far better than any general approach could. When a resident becomes distressed we look for the reason behind it rather than reaching for a standard response. Our village setting is part of daily life here. Fresh air, familiar surroundings and the rhythm of a small community give people something to look forward to, and we get residents out whenever the weather allows. The Care Quality Commission rated us good at our most recent inspection. You are very welcome to visit on an ordinary day and see how the place really runs.
Care provided at The Denby at Denby Dale
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 2 February 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Denby at Denby Dale
Where is The Denby at Denby Dale located?
The Denby at Denby Dale is a residential care home in Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD8 8RP. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Denby at Denby Dale provide?
The Denby at Denby Dale 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 The Denby at Denby Dale's CQC rating?
The Denby at Denby Dale is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 2 February 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Denby at Denby Dale provide dementia care?
Yes. The Denby at Denby Dale supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does The Denby at Denby Dale offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Denby at Denby Dale offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Denby at Denby Dale
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. The Denby at Denby Dale 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. The Denby at Denby Dale 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. The Denby at Denby Dale 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. The Denby at Denby Dale 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 Yorkshire & Humberside
The Denby at Denby Dale 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
- Dementia care: £900 to £1,150 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the Yorkshire & Humberside, not a quote from The Denby at Denby Dale. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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