60 Olive Lane

60 Olive Lane, Halesowen, B62 8LZ

01215590031

Care Type

Residential Care

CQC rating published

12 December 2019

Provider

Achieve Together Limited

Beds

8 beds

About 60 Olive Lane

60 Olive Lane is a small residential care home in Halesowen, accommodating eight residents. The home is operated by Achieve Together Limited and provides care for adults with diverse needs, including those with dementia, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments. The service supports both younger and older adults.

Located in the Dudley area of the West Midlands, the home received a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission following its most recent inspection in December 2019. Its small size means residents may benefit from a more intimate care environment compared to larger facilities. The home's focus on multiple specialisms indicates it can accommodate individuals with complex or multiple support needs within a single setting.

Specialist Care

DementiaLearning disabilitiesMental healthPhysical disabilitiesSensory impairmentsYounger adults

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting 60 Olive Lane, consider asking...

1.What specific dementia training do staff receive and how recently?
2.How do you support a resident who becomes distressed or confused?
3.How does the home keep a record of a resident's life history and personal preferences?
4.How do you involve families as dementia progresses and communication becomes harder?
5.What happens when a resident's dementia reaches an advanced stage?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit 60 Olive Lane, look out for...

1.Is the environment calm, uncluttered and easy to navigate?
2.Do staff speak to residents with patience and dignity, even if they repeat themselves?
3.Are there memory cues around the home -- photos, familiar objects, clear signage?
4.Do residents seem settled and safe, or agitated and unsupervised?
5.Is there meaningful activity happening, or are residents just sitting quietly with nothing to do?

Could the NHS fund 60 Olive Lane's fees?

The average nursing home costs £1,535 per week. That's £79,820 a year. NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover all of it. No means test, no contribution from you.

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