Glenesk Care Home

Glenesk Care Home is a residential care home in Retford, Nottinghamshire (DN22 7BX). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Glenesk Care Home

Glenesk Care Home sits in Retford, and we offer residential care to older people and to younger adults who need daily support. We are not a large institution, and we have never wanted to feel like one. What we aim for is a household where people know each other, where staff recognise the small signals that tell them someone is unsettled, and where a cup of tea and a proper conversation are treated as part of the care rather than a distraction from it. Many of the people who live here are living with dementia. We have found that familiarity matters enormously, so we keep routines steady, we keep faces consistent wherever we can, and we take the time to learn a person's history from the people who know them best. Knowing that someone spent forty years on the railways, or raised a family in the next village, changes the quality of every conversation that follows. Families are part of daily life here rather than visitors to it. You are welcome to join your relative for a meal, to come along to activities, or simply to sit together in the garden when the weather allows. We also provide respite care for shorter stays, which many families use when a carer needs a rest or a holiday. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good.

Care provided at Glenesk Care Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Glenesk Care Home

Where is Glenesk Care Home located?

Glenesk Care Home is a residential care home in Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7BX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Glenesk Care Home provide?

Glenesk Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Glenesk Care Home's CQC rating?

Glenesk 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 31 August 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Glenesk Care Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Glenesk Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Glenesk Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Glenesk Care Home

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

Yes. Glenesk Care Home 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. Glenesk 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. Glenesk 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?

Yes. Yes. Glenesk Care Home 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

Glenesk Care Home 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 Glenesk Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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