Intermediate Care Unit
Intermediate Care Unit is a nursing home in Ledbury, Herefordshire, County of (HR8 2AQ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Intermediate Care Unit
Ledbury Intermediate Care Unit provides nursing care for older people in Ledbury, with a particular focus on short stays that help somebody get back on their feet. Most people who come to us are not moving in permanently. They arrive after a spell in hospital, or after an illness or a fall, at the point where they are no longer in need of a hospital bed but are not yet ready to manage at home. That gap is where a great deal goes wrong for older people, and our job is to fill it properly. What that means in practice is nursing care on site at all hours, so health needs are dealt with by people who know the person, alongside steady encouragement to do things independently again. Confidence is often what has taken the worst knock, and it comes back through ordinary daily activity rather than through being looked after. We try to help enough and no more. Going home is the aim, and we work towards it from the first day, with the person themselves and with their family where they want them involved. We would rather be honest early if it is not going to be achievable than let somebody find out late. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is Good. If you would like to know more about how a stay here works, do get in touch.
Care provided at Intermediate Care Unit
- Older person care
- Physical disability support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 7 February 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Intermediate Care Unit
Where is Intermediate Care Unit located?
Intermediate Care Unit is a nursing home in Ledbury, Herefordshire, County of, HR8 2AQ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Intermediate Care Unit provide?
Intermediate Care Unit is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Intermediate Care Unit's CQC rating?
Intermediate Care Unit is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 7 February 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Intermediate Care Unit offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Intermediate Care Unit offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Intermediate Care Unit
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Ledbury Intermediate Care 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. Ledbury Intermediate Care 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. Ledbury Intermediate Care 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?
No. Ledbury Intermediate Care Unit 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 West Midlands
Ledbury Intermediate Care 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 Ledbury Intermediate Care Unit. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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