Spinney (The)
Spinney (The) is a residential care home in London, Waltham Forest (E4 7AU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Spinney (The)
We are The Spinney, a residential care home in Waltham Forest, north east London. We provide a home for older people, including those living with dementia, and we also take respite stays. Residential care means helping with what has become hard work and leaving everything else with the person. Washing and dressing, meals, medication, getting about safely, and the everyday company that makes a day worth getting up for. Anything beyond our registration we arrange with district nurses and GPs rather than stretching to cover ourselves. Dementia shapes a good deal of our day. We have learned that correcting somebody's version of events achieves nothing, and that knowing who a person has been tells us far more than any list of symptoms. A resident who spent decades in a particular trade or raising a family nearby still carries that with them, and a conversation that connects with it can turn an afternoon around. We try hard to keep the place feeling like somewhere people live rather than somewhere they are kept. Own belongings, own routines, visitors who do not need to book, and meals that are sociable. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good.
Care provided at Spinney (The)
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 3 October 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Spinney (The)
Where is Spinney (The) located?
Spinney (The) is a residential care home in London, Waltham Forest, E4 7AU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Spinney (The) provide?
Spinney (The) 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 Spinney (The)'s CQC rating?
Spinney (The) is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 3 October 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Spinney (The) provide dementia care?
Yes. Spinney (The) supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Spinney (The) offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Spinney (The) offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Spinney (The)
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Spinney (The) 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. Spinney (The) 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. Spinney (The) 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. Spinney (The) 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 London
Spinney (The) has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the London, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,150 to £1,500 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,250 to £1,650 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the London, not a quote from Spinney (The). Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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