Catherine House Care Home
Catherine House Care Home is a nursing home in Frome, Somerset (BA11 1BL). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Catherine House Care Home
Here at Catherine House Care Home in Frome, Somerset, we provide nursing care for a wide range of people, including older adults, those living with dementia, individuals experiencing mental health difficulties, and younger adults who need additional support. We also offer respite care for those who need a short break or some extra help during a more challenging period. We know that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and we do not take that responsibility lightly. Our team works hard every day to ensure that the people in our care feel safe, comfortable, and genuinely at home. We take time to get to know each person as an individual, understanding their history, preferences, and routines, because good care is built on relationship and trust, not just on clinical need. Our nursing team brings real expertise to the care of people with complex and changing health needs. Alongside that clinical knowledge, we try to create an atmosphere that feels warm and human rather than institutional. The little things matter to us: a familiar face, a conversation over a cup of tea, the freedom to have a say in how your day is spent. We want to be honest with the people we care for and with their families. Our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection rated us as requiring improvement, and we have taken that feedback seriously. We have been working through a clear programme of changes and we are committed to demonstrating real, sustained progress. We welcome scrutiny and encourage families to come and visit, ask questions, and see the home for themselves. If you would like to find out more about whether Catherine House could be the right fit for someone you care about, please do get in touch. We are always happy to talk.
Care provided at Catherine House Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 3 August 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Catherine House Care Home
Where is Catherine House Care Home located?
Catherine House Care Home is a nursing home in Frome, Somerset, BA11 1BL. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Catherine House Care Home provide?
Catherine House Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Catherine House Care Home's CQC rating?
Catherine House Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 3 August 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Catherine House Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Catherine House Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Catherine House Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Catherine House Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Catherine House Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Catherine House Care Home 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. Catherine House Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Catherine House Care Home 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. Catherine House Care Home 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 South West
Catherine House Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,400 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,250 to £1,600 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Catherine House Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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