Barley House
Barley House is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset (TA2 8EW). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Barley House
Barley House is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset, supporting adults who need help with everyday living in an ordinary house rather than an institution. The people who live here include older adults, younger adults, people who have a learning disability or who are autistic, and people managing mental health conditions. That mix works because we treat everyone as an individual. We find out how someone likes their day to run, what they want help with, what they would rather do themselves, and what matters enough to them to be worth protecting. Support plans are written with the person, not handed to them. Where family or an advocate is involved, we make sure they are part of the conversation. We revisit those plans regularly, because what helped six months ago is not always what helps now. Where someone wants to build skills and confidence, whether that is cooking, managing money or getting out and about in Taunton, our role is to be alongside them rather than in front of them. We also offer respite stays, giving family carers a planned break while their relative stays somewhere welcoming and well staffed. The Care Quality Commission rated us good at our most recent inspection, which reflects the steady work our team does rather than anything unusual. If you are considering Barley House for yourself or someone you know, please get in touch and come and visit. You are welcome to come more than once and to ask us anything at all.
Care provided at Barley House
- Older person care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 26 February 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Barley House
Where is Barley House located?
Barley House is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8EW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Barley House provide?
Barley House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Barley House's CQC rating?
Barley House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 26 February 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Barley House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Barley House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Barley House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Barley House 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. Barley 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. Barley 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?
Yes. Yes. Barley House 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 South West
Barley House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Barley House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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