Ashdown House
Ashdown House is a residential care home in Daventry, West Northamptonshire (NN11 4AR). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Ashdown House
Ashdown House is a residential care home in Daventry, providing a permanent home for older people who can no longer manage safely on their own. We try to run the place as a household, with the ordinary rhythms of meals, company, fresh air and rest that people are used to. Our care is residential rather than nursing, which means help with washing and dressing, medication, eating well and moving about safely, alongside the things that are harder to measure but matter just as much: conversation, being listened to and somebody noticing when a person is not quite themselves. We support residents living with dementia, and our approach is to learn each person's history and habits properly so that reassurance can be given in terms that make sense to them. Respite stays are available as well, giving family carers a proper rest and letting a prospective resident get the feel of the home first. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. We would rather say that here ourselves than leave a family to find it later. The areas identified are where our effort is going at present, and we are not asking anyone to take our word for it. Please visit, speak to residents and their relatives, and judge us on what you find.
Care provided at Ashdown House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 16 September 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Ashdown House
Where is Ashdown House located?
Ashdown House is a residential care home in Daventry, West Northamptonshire, NN11 4AR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Ashdown House provide?
Ashdown 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 Ashdown House's CQC rating?
Ashdown 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 16 September 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Ashdown House provide dementia care?
Yes. Ashdown House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Ashdown House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Ashdown House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Ashdown House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Ashdown 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. Ashdown 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. Ashdown 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. Ashdown 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 East Midlands
Ashdown House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £850 to £1,100 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £950 to £1,200 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Ashdown House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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