Grange View

Grange View is a residential care home in Grange-over-sands, Westmorland and Furness (LA11 7HQ).

About Grange View

Here at Grange View, we provide residential care for people who need a little extra support in their day to day lives. We are based in the lovely coastal town of Grange over Sands in Westmorland and Furness, and the setting and surroundings genuinely shape the way we work. It is a calm, unhurried part of the world, and we try to bring that same feeling into everything we do here. We support adults with learning disabilities and autism, as well as younger adults who may not fit neatly into more traditional care settings. We know that for many of the people we support, this is not a short stay in a clinical environment but a real home, and we take that seriously. We also offer respite care for those who need a temporary place to stay, whether that is to give family carers a proper break or to help someone through a period of change. We do not believe that one approach works for everyone. Getting to know each person properly, understanding what matters to them, what they enjoy, what makes them feel settled and what they find difficult, is the starting point for everything we do. Support is built around the individual rather than the other way around. Our team work hard to create an atmosphere that feels genuine and relaxed rather than institutional. Residents and the people who care about them should feel comfortable raising anything with us, and we aim to be straightforward and honest in return. Grange View has not yet received a formal overall rating from the Care Quality Commission. We welcome the inspection process and remain committed to openness and continuous improvement as we grow as a service. If you would like to find out more or come and have a look around, please do get in touch. We are always happy to talk.

Care provided at Grange View

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Grange View

Where is Grange View located?

Grange View is a residential care home in Grange-over-sands, Westmorland and Furness, LA11 7HQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Grange View provide?

Grange View is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

Does Grange View offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Grange View offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Grange View

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Grange View 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. Grange View 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. Grange View 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. Grange View 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 North West

Grange View 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.

Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Grange View. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

More about the care at Grange View

Respite Care at Grange View

Planning a short stay around a carer's holiday works best with months of notice, while urgent breaks depend on what happens to be free. Respite care is included in the registration at Grange View. Pack familiar clothes, medication in its original packaging and a written summary of routines and preferences. Ask what the shortest stay is, what it costs, and whether it could lead to a permanent place.

Residential Care at Grange View

A residential home is, in the end, somebody's address rather than a service they visit, which is why food, laundry, help with washing and a reason to leave your room matter so much. Grange View in Grange over Sands is registered for residential care, and its own description speaks of a calm, unhurried pace drawn from the coastal setting. The difference from nursing care lies in staffing, since no registered nurses work on site and district nurses come in when a clinical need arises. No Care Quality Commission rating has been published yet, so visits and conversations with current families carry more weight than usual. Weekly fees across the North West run from £800 to £1050, with the council usually paying £650 to £800. Ask what the fee includes and what happens if needs outgrow residential care.

Younger Adults at Grange View

Conventional homes can suit somebody in their twenties or thirties badly, and Grange View says it supports younger adults who do not slot neatly into traditional settings. Age appropriate means ordinary adult life, so college, work, friendships and going out should appear in any plan. Ask what a typical week looks like and who else living there is a similar age. Ask also how much say residents have over their own routines.

Learning Disability and Autism at Grange View

Getting the week right matters more than any glossy statement, because predictable routines, manageable noise and familiar staff are what make a placement hold. Grange View names learning disability and autism in its registration. Councils normally commission and review this support each year, sometimes with a care and treatment review alongside. Ask who writes the support plan, how often it is revisited, and how everyday skills are practised.

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