Laurel Grove

9 Wessex Close, Brimington, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S43 1GB

01246234608

Care Type

Residential Care

CQC rating published

25 January 2024

Provider

Walton Lodge Limited

Beds

3 beds

About Laurel Grove

Laurel Grove is a small residential care home located in Brimington, near Chesterfield in Derbyshire. With just three beds, it provides care for older people, younger adults, and individuals with learning disabilities. The home is operated by Walton Lodge Limited.

Following its most recent CQC inspection on 25 January 2024, the home was rated as Requires Improvement. This rating indicates that while the home is meeting some standards, there are areas identified for development to ensure consistently safe and effective care. The intimate size of the home may suit those seeking a smaller, more personalized care setting within the local East Midlands area.

Specialist Care

Learning disabilitiesOlder peopleYounger adults

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Laurel Grove, 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 Laurel Grove, 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4.Do residents look comfortable and at ease, or anxious and withdrawn?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 Laurel Grove'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.

Find out if the NHS could fund these fees