St Georges Care Home
St Georges Care Home is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset (TA1 3JR). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About St Georges Care Home
St Georges Care Home is a residential home in Taunton, Somerset. We provide care for older people, including people living with dementia, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. We are a residential home rather than a clinical setting, and the day here belongs to the people living in it. Some like an early start, the paper and the garden; others prefer a slow morning and a quiet afternoon. Our part is to make either possible, and to help with washing, dressing, medication, meals and getting about in a way that supports independence rather than replacing it. Dementia care is central to our work. We take time to learn each person's history, habits and the things that reassure them, because that knowledge is what lets staff respond to the feeling behind a difficult moment rather than simply react to the behaviour. Familiar faces, a calm environment and a predictable rhythm do a great deal of the rest, and families often tell us it is the ordinary details that matter most. Respite stays are properly planned and given the same attention as any other admission, whether they are giving a family carer a real break or supporting somebody after a spell in hospital. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good, which we take as a foundation rather than a finishing line. You are welcome to visit St Georges and see the home on an ordinary day.
Care provided at St Georges Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 May 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about St Georges Care Home
Where is St Georges Care Home located?
St Georges Care Home is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3JR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does St Georges Care Home provide?
St Georges Care Home 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 St Georges Care Home's CQC rating?
St Georges Care Home 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 St Georges Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. St Georges Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does St Georges Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. St Georges Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about St Georges Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. St Georges Care Home 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. St Georges Care Home 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. St Georges Care Home 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. St Georges Care Home 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 South West
St Georges Care Home 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 St Georges Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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