Dovecote

Dovecote is a residential care home in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire (NG9 1HR). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Dovecote

Dovecote is a residential care home in Nottingham, providing a home for older people who need support with daily living and for adults living with a mental health condition. We also support younger adults, and we offer respite stays for those who need care for a shorter period. We are not a large place and we work at a human scale. Residents know each other, they know the staff, and daily life feels like a household rather than an institution. People here choose when to get up, how they spend their days, what they eat and how much company they want. Where someone is managing a mental health condition, we plan support with them rather than for them. We talk about what helps, what makes things harder, what the early signs look like when things are becoming difficult and what they would like us to do. That plan belongs to the resident and we revisit it as circumstances change. We encourage independence wherever people want to build it and give as much practical support as is genuinely needed. We work closely with GPs and community mental health teams so that support is consistent, and we keep families and advocates involved where residents want that. Visitors are welcome at any reasonable time. The Care Quality Commission most recently rated us good overall. Please get in touch if you would like to visit.

Care provided at Dovecote

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Dovecote

Where is Dovecote located?

Dovecote is a residential care home in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG9 1HR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Dovecote provide?

Dovecote 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 Dovecote's CQC rating?

Dovecote is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 23 June 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Dovecote offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Dovecote offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Dovecote

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

No. Dovecote 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. Dovecote 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. Dovecote 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. Dovecote 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

Dovecote 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.

Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Dovecote. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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