Home Close

Home Close is a nursing home in Fulbourn, Cambridgeshire (CB21 5HB). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Home Close

Home Close is a nursing home in Fulbourn, caring for older people from across Cambridgeshire. Because we are registered for nursing care, we have registered nurses on the team around the clock, which means we can support people with substantial health needs and keep supporting them as those needs change rather than asking anyone to move again. We care for older people, including many living with dementia, and we offer respite stays alongside permanent places. Our nursing work covers medication, wound care, continence support, help with eating and drinking, careful management of long term conditions and close attention to comfort and skin health. It is detailed and largely unseen work, and it is what keeps people well. Dementia care here starts from the person rather than the condition. Someone's working life, their family, their habits and what has always settled them guide how we support them. When a resident is distressed, we look for the cause instead of reaching for a standard answer, and we usually find it in something specific and fixable. Families are part of daily life here rather than visitors to be managed, and we keep relatives honestly informed, especially when someone's health is changing. The Care Quality Commission rated us good at our most recent inspection. Please come and see us, meet the nursing team and ask us directly how we would care for your relative.

Care provided at Home Close

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Home Close

Where is Home Close located?

Home Close is a nursing home in Fulbourn, Cambridgeshire, CB21 5HB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Home Close provide?

Home Close is registered to provide nursing and 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 Home Close's CQC rating?

Home Close is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 5 February 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Home Close provide dementia care?

Yes. Home Close supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Home Close offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Home Close

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

Yes. Home Close 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?

Yes. Yes. Home Close is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Home Close 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. Home Close 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

Home Close has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Home Close. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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