Damascus House

Damascus House is a residential care home in Leicester, Leicestershire (LE4 4BJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Damascus House

Here at Damascus House, we are proud to offer a warm and supportive home for the people we care for in the heart of Leicester, Leicestershire. Our care home provides residential care for adults with learning disabilities and autism, and we also offer respite care for those who need a short break or additional support at certain points in their lives. We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and we do not take that responsibility lightly. From the moment someone comes through our door, whether for a longer stay or a brief respite placement, we focus on getting to know them as an individual. Their preferences, routines, and personal goals shape the way we support them every single day. Living with a learning disability or autism means that consistency and familiarity matter enormously. Our team works hard to create an environment where residents feel genuinely at home, safe, and understood. We take the time to build real relationships, and we communicate closely with families and other professionals to make sure the support we provide truly reflects each person's needs. We are pleased that our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission resulted in a "good" rating across the board. This means a great deal to us, not because of what it says on paper, but because it reflects the everyday commitment of everyone who works here. Respite care is just as important to us as our longer term residential provision. Whether a family needs a planned break or something has changed unexpectedly, we aim to make any stay feel comfortable and reassuring rather than unsettling. If you would like to find out more about Damascus House and whether we might be the right fit for your loved one, please do get in touch. We are always happy to talk.

Care provided at Damascus House

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Damascus House

Where is Damascus House located?

Damascus House is a residential care home in Leicester, Leicestershire, LE4 4BJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Damascus House provide?

Damascus House 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 Damascus House's CQC rating?

Damascus House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 24 November 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Damascus House offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Damascus House

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

No. Damascus 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. Damascus 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. Damascus 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?

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

Damascus House 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 Damascus House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

More about the care at Damascus House

Respite Care at Damascus House

A fortnight's break can be the thing that keeps a family arrangement going, which is why respite is worth booking early rather than in a crisis. Respite care is part of the registration at Damascus House, which offers short stays alongside permanent places. Send familiar clothes, medication in its original packaging and a clear note of routines and triggers. Ask the minimum stay, what it costs, and whether a short visit first is possible before a longer booking.

Residential Care at Damascus House

Residential support is about the shape of an ordinary day, from breakfast and laundry to help with washing and something worth doing in the afternoon. Damascus House in Leicester is registered for residential care, and its own description sets out a warm home for adults with learning disabilities and autism. What separates residential from nursing care is staffing, because clinical tasks are handled by community nurses and GPs rather than nurses on site. Inspectors visited in November 2023 and rated the home good, recent enough to be worth reading in full. Fees across the East Midlands generally run from £850 to £1100 a week, while Leicestershire usually pays £680 to £820. Ask what the fee includes and how support is reviewed as needs change.

Learning Disability and Autism at Damascus House

The best support plans read almost like instructions written by the person themselves, covering routines, sensory limits and what helps when things go wrong. Damascus House names learning disability and autism in its registration. Placements are generally commissioned by the council and reviewed each year, sometimes with a care and treatment review alongside. Ask who writes and updates the plan, and how independence in cooking, money or travel is built into the week.

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