Catherine House
Residential Care
19 May 2022
Forward Support Care Ltd
5 beds
About Catherine House
Catherine House is a small residential care home located on Hamilton Road in Taunton, Somerset. It provides care for up to five residents and is operated by Forward Support Care Ltd. The home specializes in supporting younger adults with learning disabilities and sensory impairments, offering tailored residential services to this specific client group.
The home was last inspected by the CQC in May 2022, when it received a rating of Good. Its small size means residents benefit from a more intimate setting within the local Taunton community. Catherine House forms part of Forward Support Care Ltd's wider provision across the South West region.
Specialist Care
5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit
When visiting Catherine 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 Catherine 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- 4.Do residents look comfortable and at ease, or anxious and withdrawn?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 Catherine 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
131 Hamilton Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2EP
Catherine House
CQC overall rating
CQC rating published: 19 May 2022
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