Ostley House
Ostley House is a residential care home in Barrow In Furness, Westmorland and Furness (LA13 9JY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Ostley House
Here at Ostley House, we provide residential care for older people in the heart of Barrow in Furness, and we take real pride in the community we have built together with our residents and their families. We support people with a range of needs, including dementia care, care for those living with visual or hearing impairment, and short term respite care for those who need a temporary place to stay while they recover or while their usual carers take a well earned break. Whatever brings someone to us, our aim is always the same: to make sure they feel genuinely at home here. Our team gets to know each resident as an individual. That means understanding not just their care needs, but their routines, their preferences, their histories and the things that matter most to them day to day. We believe good care is built on those kinds of relationships, and we work hard to maintain them. We are pleased that our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission resulted in an overall rating of good, which reflects the consistent effort our staff put in every single day. We see that rating not as a finish line but as a prompt to keep asking ourselves how we can do things better. Families are always welcome here. We know how much it means to feel reassured about a loved one, and we want relatives to feel as comfortable walking through our doors as our residents do. Open communication with families is something we genuinely value, not just something we say. If you are considering Ostley House for yourself or someone close to you, we would love to show you around and answer any questions you might have. Please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Care provided at Ostley House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Sensory impairment support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 December 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Ostley House
Where is Ostley House located?
Ostley House is a residential care home in Barrow In Furness, Westmorland and Furness, LA13 9JY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Ostley House provide?
Ostley House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Sensory impairment support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Ostley House's CQC rating?
Ostley House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 December 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Ostley House provide dementia care?
Yes. Ostley House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Ostley House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Ostley House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Ostley House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Ostley 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. Ostley 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. Ostley 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. Ostley 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 North West
Ostley House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the North West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £800 to £1,050 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £900 to £1,150 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Ostley House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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