The Old Rectory Care Home

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The Old Rectory Care Home is a residential care home in Norwich, Norfolk (NR13 3BX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About The Old Rectory Care Home

Here at The Old Rectory Care Home in Norwich, Norfolk, we provide residential care for older people in a setting that genuinely feels like home. We know that choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we take that responsibility seriously. Our focus is on older person care and residential care, supporting residents to live as comfortably and independently as possible. We take time to get to know each person who comes to live with us, understanding their routines, their preferences and the things that matter most to them. That knowledge shapes how we care for people day to day, rather than fitting everyone into the same routine. We are proud that our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection rated us as Good. That matters to us, not as a badge to display, but as a reflection of the standards our team works hard to maintain consistently. We are always looking at where we can improve and how we can do better for the people in our care. The atmosphere here is relaxed and friendly. We want residents to feel genuinely settled and at ease, and we want families to feel confident that their loved ones are in safe hands. Relatives are always welcome, and we encourage people to stay involved in the lives of those they care about. Life at The Old Rectory is about more than meeting care needs. We want residents to enjoy their days, to have meaningful company and to feel part of a community. Norwich is a wonderful city and we draw on everything the local area has to offer when thinking about how to enrich daily life here. If you would like to find out more or arrange a visit, we would be very happy to hear from you.

Care provided at The Old Rectory Care Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about The Old Rectory Care Home

Where is The Old Rectory Care Home located?

The Old Rectory Care Home is a residential care home in Norwich, Norfolk, NR13 3BX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does The Old Rectory Care Home provide?

The Old Rectory Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is The Old Rectory Care Home's CQC rating?

The Old Rectory 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 28 July 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does The Old Rectory Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about The Old Rectory Care Home

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

No. The Old Rectory Care Home 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 Old Rectory 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. The Old Rectory 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. The Old Rectory 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

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

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

More about the care at The Old Rectory Care Home

Respite Care at The Old Rectory Care Home

Short stays are worth enquiring about well in advance, since single rooms for respite are often booked up weeks ahead. The Old Rectory Care Home is registered to offer respite alongside its permanent places, and many homes ask for a minimum of one or two weeks. Pack clothing, toiletries, medication in its original packaging and a copy of any care summary. A respite booking can also serve as a gentle trial before deciding on a permanent move.

Residential Care at The Old Rectory Care Home

Residential care covers the everyday side of living well when managing at home has become too much, without the clinical input a nursing home provides. That means help with personal care, meals cooked on site, laundry, medication support and company through the day, but not around the clock nursing from a registered nurse. If health needs later grow more complex, a move to nursing care can sometimes be needed. The Old Rectory Care Home in Norwich is registered for residential and older person care, and its most recent CQC inspection in July 2022 rated it Good. Families should ask how mealtimes are structured, what a typical afternoon looks like, and how the home responds when a resident's needs change over time.

Older Person Care at The Old Rectory Care Home

Support with washing, dressing, medication prompts and simple companionship makes up much of what older person care looks like day to day, alongside help with mobility, continence and getting to meals. The Old Rectory Care Home is registered for this type of care, and families considering it should ask how staff learn a new resident's morning and bedtime routines, and how preferences around bathing or getting up late are respected. It is worth asking how medication rounds are timed, who handles them, and what staffing looks like overnight when fewer people are on duty. Weekly fees across the East of England typically sit between £1000 and £1350, while Norfolk County Council usually funds placements at around £750 to £900, so ask early how any gap would be handled.

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