Springs
Springs is a nursing home in Harpenden, Hertfordshire (AL5 1PX).
About Springs
Harpenden Springs is a nursing home in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, with qualified nurses on hand at every hour of the day and night. We care for older people whose health needs have gone beyond residential care or support at home, for people living with dementia, for adults with physical disabilities or a visual or hearing impairment, and for younger adults. Respite stays are available as well. Clinical care here covers medication, wound care, continence, nutrition, mobility and the monitoring of long term conditions, and we work closely with local health professionals so that changes are picked up early rather than late. Doing that properly is what lets ordinary life carry on, which is the whole point of it. Residents keep their own furniture, photographs, routines and opinions. People choose when to get up, where to spend the afternoon, what they want to eat and whose company they want. Where somebody needs more time for moving about or for personal care, they get it, because hurrying a person is neither dignified nor safe. For residents living with dementia we keep surroundings calm and predictable and learn each person's history, which is usually the key to reaching them when words become difficult. Families are kept informed rather than left to ask, visitors come at times that suit them, and we are honest when something has gone wrong. If you are considering nursing care for a relative, please arrange to visit and see how we work.
Care provided at Springs
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
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Common questions about Springs
Where is Springs located?
Springs is a nursing home in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1PX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Springs provide?
Springs is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
Does Springs provide dementia care?
Yes. Springs supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Springs offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Springs offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Springs
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Harpenden Springs 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. Harpenden Springs is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Harpenden Springs 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. Harpenden Springs 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 East
Harpenden Springs has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,250 to £1,600 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Harpenden Springs. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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