Acklam House
Residential Care
Not available
Swanton Care & Community Limited
5 beds
Costs and who runs this home
Run by Swanton Care & Community Limited, which runs 8 care homes in England: 6 rated Good, 1 Requires Improvement and 1 not yet rated.
- How to pay for a care home explains the council means test, what counts as capital and the funding you can ask to be assessed for.
About Acklam House
Acklam House is a small residential care home located on Low Lane in Middlesbrough, providing care for up to five residents. The home specializes in supporting younger adults with learning disabilities, offering personalized care in a domestic setting. As a smaller facility, it can accommodate individuals who may benefit from a more intimate care environment compared to larger residential homes.
The home is operated by Swanton Care & Community Limited. Currently, there is no CQC rating available for this home, as it has not yet been formally inspected by the Care Quality Commission. This may be typical for newer services or those recently registered with the regulator.
Prospective residents and families should enquire directly about the home's experience, staffing qualifications, and support arrangements when considering it as an option.
Specialist Care
5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit
When visiting Acklam House, consider asking...
- 1.What happens if my relative's care needs increase significantly -- will they have to move?
- 2.How do you handle concerns or complaints from families?
- 3.What does the monthly fee cover and what will cost extra?
- 4.How do you keep families informed about their relative's day-to-day wellbeing?
- 5.What happens if my relative is unhappy here?
5 Things to Look For on Your Visit
When you visit Acklam House, look out for...
- 1.Do staff greet residents by name and stop to chat?
- 2.Are residents dressed, up and occupied, or sitting alone in front of a TV?
- 3.Does the home smell fresh and feel clean without being clinical?
- 4.Do residents look comfortable and at ease, or anxious and withdrawn?
- 5.Does the manager answer your questions openly or deflect?
Could the NHS fund Acklam House'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.
Location
136 Low Lane, Middlesbrough, TS5 8EE
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