Moorhaven
Moorhaven is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset (TA1 2JT). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Moorhaven
Moorhaven is a care home in Taunton. We provide residential care for older people and younger adults, we support people living with dementia, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. One of the things we would encourage any family to look at is what people here actually do between breakfast and bedtime. An activities board is easy to produce. A day with something in it that a particular person cares about takes more thought. We would rather somebody spent the afternoon doing one thing they have always enjoyed than sat through a group session arranged for the sake of having one. So we ask people what they used to do, what they still want to do and what they would rather be left out of, and we plan around that. Some residents want company most of the day, others want their own room and a quiet hour with the radio, and neither is treated as a problem. For those living with dementia, we work from the person's history rather than their diagnosis. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please come and visit if you are considering care in Taunton, and come at an ordinary time of day.
Care provided at Moorhaven
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 6 August 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Moorhaven
Where is Moorhaven located?
Moorhaven is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2JT. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Moorhaven provide?
Moorhaven 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 Moorhaven's CQC rating?
Moorhaven is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 6 August 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Moorhaven provide dementia care?
Yes. Moorhaven supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Moorhaven offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Moorhaven offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Moorhaven
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Moorhaven 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. Moorhaven 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. Moorhaven 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. Moorhaven 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
Moorhaven 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
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,400 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Moorhaven. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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