The Elms Care Centre
The Elms Care Centre is a nursing home in Saltash, Cornwall (PL12 4JE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Elms Care Centre
We are a nursing home in Saltash, caring for older people and younger adults whose needs require qualified nursing alongside help with daily living. Having registered nurses on duty means medication, pain, wounds, continence and the difficulties people have with eating, drinking and moving can be managed properly and without waiting, and that a change in somebody's health is noticed early rather than late. That often makes the difference between a person staying settled here and being sent into hospital. Necessary as the clinical work is, it is not the whole of a life. People here still choose when they get up, what they wear, what they would like to eat and who they want beside them, and we try to make sure the nursing does not crowd those things out. Where somebody is younger and living with a disability, the ordinary business of having a life of their own matters just as much as the care itself, and it is easily lost in a setting organised around nursing. We work closely with general practitioners, community teams, therapists and hospital staff and keep families properly informed. Where someone is nearing the end of life, our concern is comfort, dignity and the company of those they love. Respite stays are available as well. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated us good overall. Please come and see us.
Care provided at The Elms Care Centre
- Older person care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 10 January 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about The Elms Care Centre
Where is The Elms Care Centre located?
The Elms Care Centre is a nursing home in Saltash, Cornwall, PL12 4JE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Elms Care Centre provide?
The Elms Care Centre is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Elms Care Centre's CQC rating?
The Elms Care Centre is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 10 January 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Elms Care Centre offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Elms Care Centre offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Elms Care Centre
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Elms Care Centre 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?
Yes. Yes. The Elms Care Centre is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. The Elms Care Centre 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. The Elms Care Centre 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 South West
The Elms Care Centre has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,250 to £1,600 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from The Elms Care Centre. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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