The Dairy House
The Dairy House is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset (TA1 5AY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Dairy House
The Dairy House is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset, supporting older people and younger adults, including people with learning disabilities and autism, people with physical disabilities and people with a visual or hearing impairment. Living together in one house works when difference is expected rather than tolerated. Our residents do not all want the same day. Some want company from breakfast onwards, others appear when they are ready. Some need a great deal of physical help, others need mainly a settled place and staff who know them. Running the house well means holding all of that at once without letting the loudest need crowd out the quietest person. We plan support with each person and with the family or friends they want involved, and we adjust how we communicate to suit them, whether that means more time, fewer words, written information or simply less noise around them. Respite stays are available for short periods of care or to give a family carer a planned break. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please do come and see the place.
Care provided at The Dairy House
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 1 May 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about The Dairy House
Where is The Dairy House located?
The Dairy House is a residential care home in Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5AY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Dairy House provide?
The Dairy House 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.
What is The Dairy House's CQC rating?
The Dairy House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 1 May 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Dairy House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Dairy House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Dairy House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Dairy 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. The Dairy 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. The Dairy 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. The Dairy 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
The Dairy 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 The Dairy House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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