Brook House Care Home
Brook House Care Home is a residential care home in Lutterworth, Leicestershire (LE17 6LA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Brook House Care Home
Here at Brook House Care Home, we are proud to be a trusted part of the Lutterworth community, offering a warm and homely environment where older people can feel genuinely at ease. We provide residential care, dementia care and respite care for older adults, meaning we are well placed to support people at different stages of life and varying levels of need. Whether someone moves in with us on a permanent basis or comes for a shorter respite stay, we aim to make sure they feel welcomed, comfortable and well looked after from the moment they arrive. Dementia care sits at the heart of much of what we do. We understand how unsettling and confusing life can become for someone living with dementia, and equally how worrying it can be for their family. We work hard to create a calm, familiar atmosphere where residents can maintain a sense of routine and dignity, and where families feel kept in the loop and genuinely supported. Our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection rated us as good, and we take real pride in that. It reflects the effort our team puts in every day, not just into meeting care needs, but into building honest relationships with residents and their loved ones. We know that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family will ever make, and we do not take that responsibility lightly. Lutterworth is a lovely town and many of our residents have strong ties to the local area, which matters to us. Being rooted in the community means we understand the people we care for that little bit better. If you would like to find out more about life at Brook House, we would always encourage you to come in for a visit and see things for yourself.
Care provided at Brook House Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 15 January 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Brook House Care Home
Where is Brook House Care Home located?
Brook House Care Home is a residential care home in Lutterworth, Leicestershire, LE17 6LA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Brook House Care Home provide?
Brook House Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Brook House Care Home's CQC rating?
Brook House Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 15 January 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Brook House Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Brook House Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Brook House Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Brook House Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Brook House Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Brook House Care Home 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. Brook House Care Home 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. Brook House Care Home 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?
No. Brook House Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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
Brook House Care Home 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.
- Residential care: £850 to £1,100 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £950 to £1,200 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Brook House Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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