The Chestnuts

The Chestnuts is a residential care home in Coalville, Leicestershire (LE67 3JE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About The Chestnuts

The Chestnuts is a small residential care home in Coalville, Leicestershire, for adults living with learning disabilities and autism. Being small is the point of the place. With only a few people living here, staff know everybody properly rather than knowing a file about them, the week can be shaped around individuals rather than a rota, and somebody who needs quiet is actually able to find some. It also means the people who live here have real influence over how the house runs, from what gets cooked to how the shared rooms look and who comes to visit. We support people to do as much for themselves as they want and are able to, whether that is cooking, shopping, handling money, using local transport or keeping up with college, work and friendships. Where somebody needs a lot of support, we give it without making them feel lesser for needing it. Communication is planned around each individual. Respite stays are available. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good, and visitors are welcome.

Care provided at The Chestnuts

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about The Chestnuts

Where is The Chestnuts located?

The Chestnuts is a residential care home in Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3JE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does The Chestnuts provide?

The Chestnuts 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 The Chestnuts's CQC rating?

The Chestnuts is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 22 January 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does The Chestnuts offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. The Chestnuts offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about The Chestnuts

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. The Chestnuts 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. The Chestnuts 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 Chestnuts 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 East Midlands

The Chestnuts has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from The Chestnuts. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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