Whittington Care Home
Whittington Care Home is a nursing home in Chesterfield, Derbyshire (S41 9HF). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Whittington Care Home
Whittington Care Home is a nursing home in Chesterfield, Derbyshire. We provide nursing care for older people, with registered nurses on duty so that health needs can be met here rather than requiring a move every time something changes. Our nursing work covers long term conditions, wound and pressure area care, nutrition and hydration, continence support and medication, in close contact with GPs, district nurses and hospital teams. We also care for residents living with dementia, and our approach there rests on familiarity and patience. The day has a shape without being run to a timetable, surroundings stay recognisable, and we avoid changing things without good reason. We take time early on to learn about somebody's life, work, family and habits, because knowing who a person has been tells us a great deal about how to care for them now. What matters just as much is that none of this takes over somebody's day. A resident here still chooses when to get up, what to eat, where to sit and who to see, and their care is discussed with them rather than about them. Families are welcome and we ask relatives to stay closely involved. Respite stays are available for people needing nursing support for a short period and for families who need a planned break. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please come and visit us.
Care provided at Whittington Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 29 June 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Whittington Care Home
Where is Whittington Care Home located?
Whittington Care Home is a nursing home in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 9HF. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Whittington Care Home provide?
Whittington Care Home 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 Whittington Care Home's CQC rating?
Whittington Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 29 June 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Whittington Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Whittington Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Whittington Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Whittington Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Whittington Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Whittington Care Home 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. Whittington Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Whittington Care Home 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. Whittington Care Home 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 Midlands
Whittington Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £850 to £1,100 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £950 to £1,200 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,050 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Whittington Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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