Orchard House

Orchard House is a residential care home in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire (NG11 6LA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Orchard House

Here at Orchard House, we provide residential care for older people in a warm and welcoming setting in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire. We are proud to have received a "good" rating from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the genuine effort our whole team puts in every single day to make sure the people living with us feel safe, respected and at home. We support older adults across a range of needs, including residential care, dementia care and respite care. Whether someone moves in with us permanently or comes for a shorter stay to recover or give a family carer some breathing space, we work hard to make sure every person feels settled and cared for as an individual. We take the time to get to know each resident, understanding what matters to them, what their routines look like and how they like to spend their days. Dementia care is a significant part of what we do, and we approach it thoughtfully. We know that a dementia diagnosis affects not just the person living with it but the whole family, and we try to be a reassuring presence for everyone involved. Our approach focuses on familiarity, calm and maintaining as much independence as possible for each resident. For those joining us on a respite basis, we want the experience to feel just as personal and comfortable as it would for a long term resident. A shorter stay should never mean a lesser experience. We are based in Nottingham and feel very much part of the local community. Families are always welcome here, and we encourage people to visit, ask questions and stay involved in the lives of their loved ones. If you would like to find out more about life at Orchard House, please do get in touch. We would love to hear from you.

Care provided at Orchard House

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Orchard House

Where is Orchard House located?

Orchard House is a residential care home in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG11 6LA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Orchard House provide?

Orchard House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Orchard House's CQC rating?

Orchard House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 25 July 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Orchard House provide dementia care?

Yes. Orchard House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Orchard House offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Orchard House

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

Yes. Orchard House 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. Orchard House 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. Orchard House 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. Orchard House 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 Midlands

Orchard House 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 Orchard House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

More about the care at Orchard House

Respite Care at Orchard House

Two weeks away can be enough to keep a family carer going for another year. Orchard House is registered to provide respite. Ask about minimum stays, how far ahead to book, and whether a short stay would be in a resident's own room or a designated one.

Dementia Care at Orchard House

Confusion worsens in unfamiliar surroundings, so the first weeks after a move matter enormously for someone with dementia. Dementia care falls within the registration held by Orchard House. Ask how the home settles a new resident and how it gathers the personal history that makes care feel individual. Find out the approach taken to distress in the late afternoon and to a resident who repeatedly tries to leave. Establish how doors and gardens are managed, balancing safety against freedom. Ask too how the home supports families through the harder decisions that come later.

Residential Care at Orchard House

Treatment is not the point of a residential home; daily living is, which is what most people need once managing alone has become unsafe. Orchard House in Nottingham is registered for residential care. Meals, help with personal care, medicines, laundry and activities make up the service. The last published inspection, in July 2018, resulted in a rating of good, although that is now some years old. Any medical input comes from the surgery and district nurses, so ask what level of need would be too much for the home. Visiting twice, once announced and once not, is the most useful thing a family can do.

Older Person Care at Orchard House

Choosing a home for an older relative usually comes down to small observable things: whether residents look occupied, whether staff know their names, whether lunch smells like food. Orchard House is registered for older person care. Behind that lie the practical daily matters of washing, dressing, medication and keeping company. Ask how the home learns a new resident's preferences and whether getting up and going to bed are matters of choice. Make a point of asking about staffing after ten at night and how long a call bell typically rings. Fees in the East Midlands commonly fall between 850 and 1100 pounds a week, with the council usually paying 680 to 820.

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