Ditton Priors Care Centre

Logo of Ditton Priors Care Centre, a care home in Bridgnorth, Shropshire, offering older person care and dementia care.

Ditton Priors Care Centre is a residential care home in Bridgnorth, Shropshire (WV16 6TW). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Ditton Priors Care Centre

Ditton Priors Care Centre is in Shropshire, near Bridgnorth, and we provide residential care for older people, including those living with dementia. We are not a nursing home, so what we do well is personal care, a settled daily rhythm and knowing everybody who lives here as a person rather than a set of needs. We help with washing and dressing, medication, meals and anything else that has become difficult, at the pace of the person rather than the pace of a rota. Residents decide when they get up and go to bed, where they sit, what they eat and whether they want company or a quiet afternoon on their own. For residents living with dementia we keep the surroundings familiar and the staff consistent, explain what is happening as we go and try to work out what is behind a change in mood instead of treating it as a symptom. Families usually know a person better than any assessment, and what they tell us shapes how we work. Meals are cooked here and we ask people what they actually fancy. Being out in the countryside means fresh air and somewhere pleasant to sit when the weather allows. Respite stays are available. You are welcome to visit and ask us whatever you want to know.

Care provided at Ditton Priors Care Centre

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Ditton Priors Care Centre

Where is Ditton Priors Care Centre located?

Ditton Priors Care Centre is a residential care home in Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 6TW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Ditton Priors Care Centre provide?

Ditton Priors Care Centre 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 Ditton Priors Care Centre's CQC rating?

Ditton Priors Care Centre is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 14 December 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Ditton Priors Care Centre provide dementia care?

Yes. Ditton Priors Care Centre supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Ditton Priors Care Centre offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Ditton Priors Care Centre

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

Yes. Ditton Priors Care Centre 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. Ditton Priors Care Centre 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. Ditton Priors Care Centre 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. Ditton Priors Care Centre 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 West Midlands

Ditton Priors Care Centre has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the West Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the West Midlands, not a quote from Ditton Priors Care Centre. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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