Bretby House
Residential Care
12 October 2023
Bretby Care Home Limited
24 beds
About Bretby House
Located on Boldmere Road in Sutton Coldfield, this 24-bed residential care home provides accommodation for older people, those with dementia, mental health needs, and physical disabilities. The home is situated in a suburban area of Birmingham with local amenities and transport links nearby.
Bretby House is operated by Bretby Care Home Limited and was last inspected by the CQC in October 2023, when it received a "Requires Improvement" rating. The home accepts residents across multiple care categories, indicating a mixed-needs approach to residential care.
As a smaller care home, it may offer a more intimate setting compared to larger facilities. The property's multi-specialism focus means it aims to support individuals with varying care requirements under one roof, though the specific layout, staffing levels, and day-to-day provision would benefit from direct inquiry.
Specialist Care
5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit
When visiting Bretby House, 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 Bretby House, 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 Bretby 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
253 Boldmere Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B73 5LL
Bretby House
CQC overall rating
CQC rating published: 12 October 2023
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