Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities
Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities is a nursing home in Hitchin, Hertfordshire (SG5 2JB). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities
We provide nursing care in Hitchin for people with physical disabilities, adults with learning disabilities and autistic people, including younger adults and older people, whose needs require qualified nursing alongside day to day support. Where somebody has a physical disability, the practical detail of care matters enormously: how a person prefers to be helped to move, what equipment they use, how long things take and what makes them feel safe rather than handled. We take that detail seriously, and with registered nurses on duty we can manage medication, pain, skin care, continence and the difficulties people have with eating, drinking and breathing properly and without waiting. What we try to protect alongside that is an ordinary life. People here decide when they get up, what they wear, what they eat, what is on and who they want around. For younger adults in particular, being supported should not mean giving up having a say in the day, so we work at keeping people connected to family, friends and whatever they want to do outside the house. We work closely with general practitioners, community teams and therapists and keep families properly informed. Respite stays are available as well as longer places. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated us good overall. Please come and see us and ask whatever you need to.
Care provided at Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 29 February 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities
Where is Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities located?
Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities is a nursing home in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 2JB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities provide?
Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities's CQC rating?
Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 29 February 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities 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. Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities 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. Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities 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
Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities 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
- Nursing care: £1,250 to £1,600 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Symonds House - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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