Welcome House - Homes
Welcome House - Homes is a residential care home in Gillingham, Medway (ME7 5LW). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Welcome House - Homes
Welcome House is a residential care home in Gillingham, Kent. We support older people and some younger adults, and much of our work is with people living with mental ill health. We offer both permanent places and respite stays. Working with people whose difficulties are primarily to do with mental health is a particular job, and we try to do it properly rather than treating it as an add on. Much of what helps is not dramatic. A settled, low pressure place to live. A routine that holds without being imposed. Support with medication that respects somebody's own understanding of it. Help with the practical things that slip when somebody is unwell, such as shopping, cooking, cleaning, appointments and money. Staff who notice early when things are changing and do something about it rather than waiting for a crisis. We work closely with community mental health teams, care coordinators and GPs, because what happens here has to fit with the rest of somebody's care. We also take the view that people should have as much say as possible over their own lives, so plans are written with the individual and reviewed honestly. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please get in touch if you would like to visit.
Care provided at Welcome House - Homes
- Older person care
- Mental health care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 17 September 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Welcome House - Homes
Where is Welcome House - Homes located?
Welcome House - Homes is a residential care home in Gillingham, Medway, ME7 5LW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Welcome House - Homes provide?
Welcome House - Homes is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Welcome House - Homes's CQC rating?
Welcome House - Homes is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 17 September 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Welcome House - Homes offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Welcome House - Homes offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Welcome House - Homes
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Welcome House - Gillingham Homes 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. Welcome House - Gillingham Homes 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. Welcome House - Gillingham Homes 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. Welcome House - Gillingham Homes 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 South East
Welcome House - Gillingham Homes has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from Welcome House - Gillingham Homes. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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