Orchard House
Orchard House is a nursing home in Northampton, West Northamptonshire (NN7 2EY). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.
About Orchard House
Orchard House is a nursing home in Northampton. We care for older people whose health needs mean qualified nurses should be close at hand, including many people living with dementia, and we also support people living with mental health conditions, people with physical disabilities and younger adults with nursing needs. Having nurses here means somebody does not have to move again when their health changes, which spares a frail person a great deal of upheaval and their family a great deal of worry. Around the nursing, we try to keep life ordinary and unhurried. People choose when to get up, what they eat and how they spend their days, and for people living with dementia we hold routines steady and allow plenty of time, because hurrying someone who is confused helps nobody. Respite stays are available too, for carers needing a break or for someone recovering after hospital. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission was outstanding. We are proud of that and cautious about it too, because a rating like that only means something if it still describes the place a year later. So we keep checking our own work and we keep listening to people here and their relatives when they tell us something could be better. If you are considering nursing care for someone close to you, please come and see us on an ordinary day.
Care provided at Orchard House
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 4 December 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Orchard House
Where is Orchard House located?
Orchard House is a nursing home in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN7 2EY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Orchard House provide?
Orchard House is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Orchard House's CQC rating?
Orchard House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 4 December 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Orchard House provide dementia care?
Yes. Orchard House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Orchard House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Orchard House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Orchard House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Orchard House 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. Orchard House is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Orchard House 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. Orchard House 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
Orchard House 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 Orchard House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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