Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service
Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service is a residential care home in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire (NG21 0DQ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service
Helmsley Road Short Breaks in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, exists for people who need a break and for the families who care for them the rest of the time. Short breaks are not a lesser form of care. For many of the people who stay with us they are the part of the year that is actually looked forward to, and for the relative at home they are the thing that makes carrying on possible. We welcome older people and younger adults, including people living with learning disabilities and autism, people with dementia, and people with physical disabilities. Because stays here are shorter, we do a lot of preparation before anyone arrives. We want to know the routine that works, the things that are unsettling, how someone tells us they are uncomfortable, and what they would actually like to do while they are with us. Getting that right on the first afternoon matters more here than almost anywhere else. People often come back to us repeatedly over the years, which means we build up real familiarity with them, and they with us. That continuity is what turns a strange bedroom into a place someone recognises. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good.
Care provided at Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 4 August 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service
Where is Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service located?
Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service is a residential care home in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG21 0DQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service provide?
Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service's CQC rating?
Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 4 August 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service provide dementia care?
Yes. Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service 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. Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service 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. Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service 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. Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service 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
Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service 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 Helmsley Road Short Breaks Service. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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