Althorp Grange
Althorp Grange is a nursing home in Northampton, West Northamptonshire (NN6 8LD). It holds a CQC rating of Inadequate.
About Althorp Grange
Althorp Grange is a nursing home in Northampton, caring for older people across West Northamptonshire who need qualified nursing as well as help with daily life. Many residents are living with dementia, we support people living with mental ill health and younger adults with nursing needs, and we offer respite stays. We will not be coy about our regulator. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. We have gone through the report properly. Care planning and records have been reworked, clinical oversight tightened, supervision of the staff team strengthened, and concerns now reach somebody who can act on them far more quickly. That work is not complete, and we would rather tell you than let you find out. Ask what specifically has changed and we will answer with specifics. The nursing itself carries on, and the people here rely on it daily. Registered nurses are on duty at all hours, so health needs are met on site by staff who know the resident instead of through a hospital admission that unsettles everybody, particularly someone living with dementia. Alongside that, we work at the ordinary things. Unhurried help, food worth eating, and a routine residents can recognise. Respite care is available after illness or surgery and for carers needing a break. Please visit at a normal time of day, talk to whoever you like, and put the hard questions to us.
Care provided at Althorp Grange
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 28 February 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Althorp Grange
Where is Althorp Grange located?
Althorp Grange is a nursing home in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN6 8LD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Althorp Grange provide?
Althorp Grange 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 Althorp Grange's CQC rating?
Althorp Grange is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Inadequate following its last inspection on 28 February 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Althorp Grange provide dementia care?
Yes. Althorp Grange supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Althorp Grange offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Althorp Grange offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Althorp Grange
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Althorp Grange 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. Althorp Grange is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Althorp Grange 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. Althorp Grange 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
Althorp Grange 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.
- Residential care: £850 to £1,100 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £950 to £1,200 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,050 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Althorp Grange. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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