Summon Bonum

Summon Bonum is a residential care home in Torquay, Torbay (TQ1 3JE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Summon Bonum

Summon Bonum is a residential care home in Torquay, and the people who live here are a more varied group than many homes take on. Older people who need help with daily living, including those living with dementia. Adults with learning disabilities and autistic people. Adults living with mental ill health. People with physical disabilities. Younger adults. We also offer respite stays, planned or at short notice. Running a house with that mix only works if you genuinely treat people as individuals, and that is what we try to do. Support is agreed with the person, written in plain terms they recognise, and revisited as things change. Some residents need a great deal of hands on help with washing, dressing, medication and mobility. Others mainly need stability, someone to talk to, and a household that holds steady when a difficult week comes along. For autistic people, predictability is not a preference but a need, so we explain changes in advance, keep staffing consistent where we can, and pay attention to noise, light and the small things that make a room bearable or not. For older residents the priorities are usually privacy, dignity in personal care, decent food and company that is available rather than imposed. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Anyone considering a move here, for themselves or for a relative, is welcome to visit and take their time over the decision.

Care provided at Summon Bonum

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Summon Bonum

Where is Summon Bonum located?

Summon Bonum is a residential care home in Torquay, Torbay, TQ1 3JE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Summon Bonum provide?

Summon Bonum is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Summon Bonum's CQC rating?

Summon Bonum is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 18 April 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Summon Bonum provide dementia care?

Yes. Summon Bonum supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Summon Bonum offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Summon Bonum offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Summon Bonum

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Summon Bonum 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. Summon Bonum 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. Summon Bonum 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. Summon Bonum 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

Summon Bonum 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.

Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Summon Bonum. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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