Standon House
Standon House is a residential care home in Tamworth, Staffordshire (B79 8AG). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Standon House
We at Standon House offer a warm and welcoming residential care home in Tamworth, providing dedicated older person care, dementia support, and respite stays for families across Staffordshire and the wider West Midlands. Nestled within the Tamworth community, our home benefits from its setting in a familiar and accessible part of Staffordshire, allowing residents to remain close to the people and places they know best. The surroundings offer a calm, homely atmosphere where residents can feel settled, comfortable, and part of daily life. Loved ones can visit with ease, and our location supports the kind of continuity and connection that matters so much when moving into residential care. Our care is centred on the needs of older people, including those living with dementia. For residents, this means thoughtful daily support delivered with patience, dignity, and understanding. Our team works to create gentle routines, familiar surroundings, and meaningful moments that help each person feel secure and valued. For families navigating the emotional journey of dementia, we aim to be a steady source of reassurance, keeping you informed and involved every step of the way. We also welcome residents for respite care, offering short term stays that provide a restful break for family carers or a period of recovery and companionship for the individual. Whether respite is planned in advance or needed at short notice, we approach every stay with the same warmth and personalised attention as long term residency. Following its most recent inspection in October 2022, Standon House received an overall CQC rating of Requires Improvement. We are proud that inspectors recognised our home as Good in both the Caring and Responsive domains, reflecting the genuine compassion of our team and the way we listen and respond to residents as individuals. We acknowledge that other areas, including Safe, Effective, and Well led, were identified as needing improvement, and we take this feedback seriously as a foundation for ongoing development and stronger outcomes for those in our care. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that choice. If you are considering residential, dementia, or respite care in the Tamworth area, we warmly invite you to get in touch with Standon House to learn more about how we can support your loved one with kindness, respect, and person centred care.
Care provided at Standon House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 5 October 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Standon House
Where is Standon House located?
Standon House is a residential care home in Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 8AG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Standon House provide?
Standon House 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 Standon House's CQC rating?
Standon House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 5 October 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Standon House provide dementia care?
Yes. Standon House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Standon House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Standon House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Standon House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Standon House 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. Standon 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. Standon 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?
No. Standon House 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 West Midlands
Standon House 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.
- Residential care: £850 to £1,150 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £950 to £1,250 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the West Midlands, not a quote from Standon House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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