Homemead
Homemead is a residential care home in Teddington, Richmond upon Thames (TW11 0AQ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Homemead
At Homemead, we provide residential care for older people in a warm and homely setting in the heart of Teddington, Richmond upon Thames. We are proud to have been rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission, and we work hard every day to maintain the standard of care that rating reflects. We support residents living with dementia as well as those who need general residential care, and we also offer respite stays for people who need short term support or whose families need a period of rest. Whatever brings someone to us, we treat every person as an individual and take time to understand what matters to them, what their routines look like, and how they like to spend their days. Life at Homemead is built around the people who live here. We encourage residents to stay connected to the things they enjoy and to continue making choices about how they live. Mealtimes, activities, and daily rhythms are shaped as much as possible around individual preferences rather than institutional timetables. For those living with dementia, we create an environment that feels safe and familiar, and our team is experienced in supporting people through the varying stages of the condition with patience and understanding. Families are always welcome here and we know that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family will ever make. We aim to be open and honest from the very first conversation, so that everyone involved feels informed and reassured throughout the process. Our team genuinely cares about the people they support and about each other, and we think that shows in the atmosphere here. If you would like to find out more or arrange a visit, we would be very happy to hear from you.
Care provided at Homemead
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 May 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Homemead
Where is Homemead located?
Homemead is a residential care home in Teddington, Richmond upon Thames, TW11 0AQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Homemead provide?
Homemead 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 Homemead's CQC rating?
Homemead is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 May 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Homemead provide dementia care?
Yes. Homemead supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Homemead offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Homemead offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Homemead
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Homemead 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. Homemead 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. Homemead 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. Homemead 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 London
Homemead has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the London, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,150 to £1,500 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,250 to £1,650 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the London, not a quote from Homemead. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
More about the care at Homemead
Respite Care at Homemead
Availability is the limiting factor with short stays, so it is sensible to ask about dates long before they are needed. Clothes for the duration, a current medication list and one or two familiar objects usually suffice, and a week or two tends to be the minimum. Treating a respite booking at Homemead as a trial gives a far better sense of the place than any tour.
Dementia Care at Homemead
Someone whose memory is slipping needs the environment to do some of the remembering, which is where signage, short corridors and a steady routine come in. Trained staff make the other half of the difference, because they notice distress forming and change tack rather than insisting. Homemead is registered for dementia care as well as residential care. Ask how the team responds to agitation in the late afternoon, what happens when a resident keeps trying to leave, and how the approach shifts as dementia progresses. Families should also check how they will be kept informed and how often the care plan is reviewed.
Residential Care at Homemead
A residential home takes on the parts of daily life that have become difficult, from cooking and cleaning to washing and dressing, while leaving the rest alone. Unlike a nursing home it has no registered nurse on the staff, so medical care comes from the GP and community nursing services. Homemead in Teddington is registered for residential care and was rated good by the Care Quality Commission in May 2023. Fees in London typically range from £1150 to £1500 a week, and the council pays less than that, so the difference needs discussing at the outset. Ask what happens during an ordinary week, how much residents are consulted about meals and activities, and what the position would be if nursing became necessary.
Older Person Care at Homemead
Being helped to wash, dress and take medication without feeling hurried is the bedrock of good care in later life. Meals that appear reliably and someone to pass the time with do as much for wellbeing as any clinical intervention. Homemead is registered for older person care, which covers that daily personal support. Visiting families should ask how fixed the routine is, whether residents can choose when to get up, and how staff find out what a new resident likes. Night cover warrants a direct question about how many staff are on duty and how quickly a call bell is answered. Weekly fees in London commonly fall between £1150 and £1500, while Richmond upon Thames generally pays around £850 to £1000.
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