Richardson Duston
Richardson Duston is a residential care home in Northampton, West Northamptonshire (NN5 5AR). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Richardson Duston
Richardson Duston is a care home in Northampton. We provide residential care for adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, including older people as well as younger adults, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. The people who live here are adults with their own views about how they want to live, and we work on that basis. Everyone has a say in what goes on the shopping list, what is cooked, how their room looks, where they go and who comes to see them. Some use local groups and facilities, some have work or classes, and some prefer a quieter week with a few things they enjoy properly. Something we pay attention to is what happens as people get older. Needs change with age for everybody, and for somebody with a learning disability those changes are too often missed or put down to the disability itself. We watch for that and act on it. Communication takes the most effort. Where speech is not how a person tells us things, we learn the way they do, and we treat behaviour as information. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Families and social workers are welcome to visit and ask us whatever matters to them.
Care provided at Richardson Duston
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 21 August 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Richardson Duston
Where is Richardson Duston located?
Richardson Duston is a residential care home in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN5 5AR. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Richardson Duston provide?
Richardson Duston 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 Richardson Duston's CQC rating?
Richardson Duston is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 21 August 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Richardson Duston offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Richardson Duston offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Richardson Duston
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Richardson Duston Limited 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. Richardson Duston Limited 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. Richardson Duston Limited 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. Richardson Duston Limited 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 East Midlands
Richardson Duston Limited 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
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Richardson Duston Limited. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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