Railway Cottage

Railway Cottage is a residential care home in Shrewsbury, Shropshire (SY5 0QY).

About Railway Cottage

Railway Cottage is a residential care home near Shrewsbury. We provide care for older people and also support adults with a learning disability, autistic adults, people with a physical disability, people with visual or hearing impairment and younger adults. Respite stays are available too. Having residents of different ages and needs living together works better than people often expect, provided it is thought about rather than left to chance. What makes it work is not assuming everybody wants the same things. Meals, routines, outings and how much say somebody wants over their own decisions get worked out person by person. For residents with a learning disability or who are autistic, we treat the environment itself as part of the support. Noise, lighting, how predictable the day is, and whether there is somewhere quiet to go when everything becomes too much. We also learn how each person communicates, including those who use little or no speech. Where sight or hearing is reduced, we keep things where people expect to find them. Where somebody has a physical disability we think properly about equipment and about not helping more than is wanted. Being in the Shropshire countryside, getting out is easy and good for most people. Please come and visit Railway Cottage and ask us anything.

Care provided at Railway Cottage

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Railway Cottage

Where is Railway Cottage located?

Railway Cottage is a residential care home in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY5 0QY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Railway Cottage provide?

Railway Cottage is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

Does Railway Cottage offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Railway Cottage

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

No. Railway Cottage 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. Railway Cottage 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. Railway Cottage 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. Railway Cottage 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 West Midlands

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

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