City Health Care Limited - Alderson House

Linnaeus Street, Hull, North Humberside, HU3 2PD

01482323400

Care Type

Residential Care

CQC rating published

12 July 2019

Provider

City Health Care Limited

Beds

32 beds

About City Health Care Limited - Alderson House

Alderson House is a 32-bed residential care home located on Linnaeus Street in Hull's Kingston upon Hull area. Run by City Health Care Limited, it provides care for older people, younger adults, and individuals with dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments. The home received a Good rating from the CQC following its most recent inspection in July 2019.

Its relatively modest size allows for a more personalised approach to care across its diverse resident population. The home's acceptance of residents with varied support needs, including sensory impairments and mental health requirements, indicates a multidisciplinary care approach. Being situated within Hull city itself means residents and visitors have access to local amenities and services typical of an urban location.

Specialist Care

DementiaMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesSensory impairmentsYounger adults

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting City Health Care Limited - Alderson 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 City Health Care Limited - Alderson 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 City Health Care Limited - Alderson 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.

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