The Ferns
The Ferns is a residential care home in Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire (NN9 6ET). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Ferns
The Ferns is a residential care home in Wellingborough. We support older people and younger adults who need help with daily living, including people living with dementia, people living with a mental health condition, people with a learning disability or autism and people with a physical disability. We also take respite bookings. Because people arrive here by very different routes, we do not run the home to one pattern. Some residents need a good deal of hands on support through the day. Others mainly want a settled base, a bit of structure and somebody reliable to check in with. We work out which is which by asking, and we keep asking, because what somebody needs on arrival is rarely what they need a year later. People keep their own belongings around them, choose how the day goes and are not hurried through the parts that take longer than they once did. Families are welcome throughout the day and we would rather they came often and informally than waited for an invitation. Communication gets close attention here, because understanding a person properly is what allows them to have a say in their own life. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated us good overall. If you are considering residential or respite care in North Northamptonshire, please arrange to come and see us.
Care provided at The Ferns
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 20 November 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Ferns
Where is The Ferns located?
The Ferns is a residential care home in Wellingborough, North Northamptonshire, NN9 6ET. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Ferns provide?
The Ferns is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Ferns's CQC rating?
The Ferns is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 20 November 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Ferns provide dementia care?
Yes. The Ferns supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does The Ferns offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Ferns offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Ferns
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. The Ferns 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. The Ferns 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 Ferns 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. The Ferns 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 East Midlands
The Ferns 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 The Ferns. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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