The Rambles Care Home
The Rambles Care Home is a residential care home in Backwell, North Somerset (BS48 3PD). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Rambles Care Home
We at The Rambles Care Home offer a warm and welcoming residential care setting in the village of Backwell, North Somerset, where personalised support meets a genuine sense of home. Our specialised residential care embraces adults living with learning disabilities and autism, alongside flexible respite stays for those who need short term support. Nestled within the peaceful surroundings of Backwell, our home benefits from the calm rhythms of village life whilst remaining well connected to the wider North Somerset community. The location offers residents a gentle pace, familiar surroundings, and the kind of quiet setting that so often helps people to feel settled, secure, and truly at ease. Our approach to residential care for adults with learning disabilities and autism is grounded in understanding each person as an individual. We take the time to learn what matters to every resident, from daily routines and preferred activities to the small comforts that make a house feel like home. In practice, this means supporting independence wherever possible, respecting personal choice, and building trusting relationships between residents, families, and our team. For loved ones, it offers the reassurance that their family member is known, valued, and cared for with genuine warmth. Our respite care option is designed to give family carers a well earned break, or to provide a supportive stay during a period of recovery or transition. Whether the visit is planned well in advance or arranged at shorter notice, we aim to make every respite guest feel just as welcome and understood as our permanent residents, with continuity of care that families can rely upon. The Rambles Care Home holds an overall rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission, following its most recent inspection in August 2021. This Good rating is reflected consistently across all five key areas assessed by the regulator, meaning we were recognised as Good for being safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well led. For families, this consistent picture offers meaningful reassurance that the care provided here meets the standards expected by the national regulator across every aspect of daily life in our home. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the questions, hopes, and concerns that come with it. If you are exploring residential or respite care in Backwell or the wider North Somerset area, we would be delighted to hear from you, answer your questions, and welcome you to find out more about life at The Rambles Care Home.
Care provided at The Rambles Care Home
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 6 August 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Rambles Care Home
Where is The Rambles Care Home located?
The Rambles Care Home is a residential care home in Backwell, North Somerset, BS48 3PD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Rambles Care Home provide?
The Rambles Care Home 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 The Rambles Care Home's CQC rating?
The Rambles 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 6 August 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Rambles Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Rambles Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Rambles Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Rambles 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 Rambles 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 Rambles 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?
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 South West
The Rambles Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from The Rambles Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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