Highfield
Highfield is a residential care home in Tamworth, Warwickshire (B78 1RS). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Highfield
We are Highfield, a residential care home in Tamworth. We support older people and younger adults, including adults with learning disabilities and autistic adults, and we offer respite stays as well as permanent places. Having people of different ages and very different needs living together works only if support is planned around individuals. We spend proper time at the start finding out how somebody communicates, what they manage on their own, where they want help and what they would rather nobody touched, and we write that down and change it when it stops describing reality. Predictability matters a great deal, particularly for autistic people. Saying what will happen and when, and then being right about it, is worth more than reassurance. Where a routine is important to somebody we protect it rather than asking them to be flexible for our convenience. Choice runs through the day as far as it can, and where a decision needs support we give the support rather than making the decision. Families and advocates are involved as much as the person wants. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good.
Care provided at Highfield
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 26 May 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Highfield
Where is Highfield located?
Highfield is a residential care home in Tamworth, Warwickshire, B78 1RS. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Highfield provide?
Highfield is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Highfield's CQC rating?
Highfield is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 26 May 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Highfield offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Highfield offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Highfield
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Highfield 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. Highfield 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. Highfield 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. Highfield 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 West Midlands
Highfield 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
Indicative figures for the West Midlands, not a quote from Highfield. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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