Ivy Cottage
Ivy Cottage is a residential care home in Kendal, Westmorland and Furness (LA8 0ED).
About Ivy Cottage
Ivy Cottage is a care home in Kendal. We provide residential care for adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, mostly younger adults, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. We are registered with the Care Quality Commission and have not yet been given an overall rating. We would rather say that plainly than leave it unmentioned, and we would encourage families and social workers to visit and judge us on what they find. This is a house, and it is meant to feel like one. The people living here decide what goes on the shopping list, what gets cooked, how their rooms look and how they spend their time. Some go out to work or to college, some use local groups and facilities, and some prefer a quieter week with a few things they enjoy properly. We do not rank those. Being in a small town has its advantages. Things are within reach, the same faces turn up in the same places, and people here are known locally as individuals rather than as residents of somewhere. Most of our effort goes into communication and predictability. Where somebody does not use speech, we learn how they tell us things. Please come and visit if you are considering a placement.
Care provided at Ivy Cottage
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Ivy Cottage
Where is Ivy Cottage located?
Ivy Cottage is a residential care home in Kendal, Westmorland and Furness, LA8 0ED. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Ivy Cottage provide?
Ivy Cottage 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 Ivy Cottage offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Ivy Cottage offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Ivy Cottage
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Ivy Cottage 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. Ivy Cottage 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. Ivy Cottage 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. Ivy Cottage 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
Ivy Cottage 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
Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Ivy Cottage. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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