Highbury House Mental Health Unit
Highbury House Mental Health Unit is a nursing home in Stourbridge, Dudley (DY8 1HB). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Highbury House Mental Health Unit
Highbury House in Stourbridge provides nursing care for adults with mental health needs, and we also support adults with a learning disability, autistic adults, older people, people living with sight or hearing loss and people whose lives have been affected by alcohol or drug dependency. Many of those living here are younger adults. Nurses are on duty day and night, which means health needs and medication are managed here rather than becoming a crisis. Medication is reviewed properly and we work closely with local mental health services, doctors and community teams so that everybody involved is working to the same plan. Support of this kind works best when the house itself is calm, predictable and free of fuss. We keep our staff team as consistent as we can and we get to know people well enough to notice when something has shifted, usually earlier than any form would tell us. We also believe nobody should be defined by a diagnosis. Residents choose how they spend the day, what they eat, whether they want company and who visits, and where somebody is working towards more independence we support that properly. Respite stays are available. Please get in touch if you would like to visit and see how we work.
Care provided at Highbury House Mental Health Unit
- Older person care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Substance misuse support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 5 September 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Highbury House Mental Health Unit
Where is Highbury House Mental Health Unit located?
Highbury House Mental Health Unit is a nursing home in Stourbridge, Dudley, DY8 1HB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Highbury House Mental Health Unit provide?
Highbury House Mental Health Unit is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Substance misuse support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Highbury House Mental Health Unit's CQC rating?
Highbury House Mental Health Unit is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 5 September 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Highbury House Mental Health Unit offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Highbury House Mental Health Unit offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Highbury House Mental Health Unit
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Highbury House Mental Health Unit 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. Highbury House Mental Health Unit is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Highbury House Mental Health Unit 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. Highbury House Mental Health Unit 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 West Midlands
Highbury House Mental Health Unit has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the West Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £850 to £1,150 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,100 to £1,400 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the West Midlands, not a quote from Highbury House Mental Health Unit. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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