Mandela House Therapeutic Unit

52 (52a & 52b) Birmingham Road, Water Orton, Birmingham, B46 1TH

07903170104

Care Type

Residential Care

CQC rating published

23 November 2021

Provider

Independence-Development Ltd

Beds

6 beds

About Mandela House Therapeutic Unit

Mandela House Therapeutic Unit is a small, specialist residential care home in Warwickshire, offering a calm and supportive environment for people who need a little extra understanding and care. The home's therapeutic approach reflects a genuine commitment to the wellbeing of those who live there, and families can take comfort in knowing that the team works to create a safe, homely atmosphere. Warwickshire itself is a county with a lot to offer, providing a pleasant backdrop for everyday life at the home.

Mandela House Therapeutic Unit provides accommodation and personal care to six people with learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder. At the time of inspection, only one person was living at the home. Staff understood their safeguarding responsibilities and protected people from the risk of abuse.

People were supported to have maximum choice and control of their lives, with staff supporting them in the least restrictive way possible and in their best interests.

Environmental risks had not always been identified, assessed or managed effectively. Whilst behavioural risks had been identified, care records contained limited information to instruct staff what action to take should these risks arise. Consent was not always recorded where potential restrictions were in place.

The home was clean with good infection control procedures in place, protecting people from the risk of infection.

Source: CQC inspection report, 23 November 2021

Specialist Care

Learning disabilitiesYounger adults

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Mandela House Therapeutic Unit, 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 Mandela House Therapeutic Unit, 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 Mandela House Therapeutic Unit'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