Abbey Wood Court

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Abbey Wood Court is a nursing home in Retford, Nottinghamshire (DN22 6SU).

About Abbey Wood Court

Abbey Wood Court is a nursing home in Retford. We care for older people and younger adults who need nursing support, including people living with dementia, people with physical disabilities and people with sight or hearing loss. Registered nurses are on site at all times. Much of what we do is about noticing. The difference between a good nursing home and a poor one rarely shows up in a policy folder; it shows up in whether someone's skin is checked properly, whether a change in appetite is followed up, whether pain is recognised in a person who cannot describe it. We put our effort there, and we keep staffing at a level that makes that kind of attention possible. For people living with dementia we work with familiarity rather than correction. Life histories are not a form we complete on admission, they are how we plan someone's day. For people with sensory loss we adapt the way we approach and communicate, so that care never arrives without warning. Family and friends are part of this. Visiting is not confined to set hours, and relatives who have been doing the caring themselves are usually the best source of information we have. We take respite bookings as well as longer stays. The Care Quality Commission has not yet issued us an overall rating. If you are considering nursing care in Retford or elsewhere in Nottinghamshire, come and look round, at a time of your choosing, and ask us whatever you need to.

Care provided at Abbey Wood Court

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Abbey Wood Court

Where is Abbey Wood Court located?

Abbey Wood Court is a nursing home in Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 6SU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Abbey Wood Court provide?

Abbey Wood Court 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 Abbey Wood Court provide dementia care?

Yes. Abbey Wood Court supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Abbey Wood Court offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Abbey Wood Court offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Abbey Wood Court

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Abbey Wood Court 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. Abbey Wood Court is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Abbey Wood Court 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. Abbey Wood Court 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 Midlands

Abbey Wood Court 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.

Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Abbey Wood Court. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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