Simmins Crescent/Whitteney Drive

2-6 Simmins Crescent, Eyres Monsell, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 9AH

01162498867

Care Type

Residential Care

CQC rating published

16 August 2019

Provider

Simmins Crescent Ltd

Beds

15 beds

Rating history

GoodJan 2017
GoodAug 2019

Rated Good at every inspection since 2017.

Source: CQC inspection reports. Contains CQC data licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Costs and who runs this home

This is the only care home Simmins Crescent Ltd runs in England.

This home lists dementia care, which usually costs more than standard residential care. See dementia care home costs. NHS Continuing Healthcare may apply where someone's needs are primarily health needs.
How to pay for a care home explains the council means test, what counts as capital and the funding you can ask to be assessed for.

About Simmins Crescent/Whitteney Drive

Simmins Crescent is a small residential care home in Eyres Monsell, Leicester, with 15 beds. It is operated by Simmins Crescent Ltd and holds a Good CQC rating from its last inspection in August 2019.

The home provides care for adults with a range of support needs, including dementia, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments. Its smaller size means residents may benefit from a more intimate care environment compared to larger facilities.

The home is located in a residential area of Leicester, within the East Midlands region. This setting may offer easier access for visitors and local family members, along with proximity to local amenities and healthcare services in the city.

The combination of its specialist support areas and compact scale makes it suitable for individuals requiring tailored care in a quieter setting.

Specialist Care

DementiaLearning disabilitiesMental healthPhysical disabilitiesSensory impairments

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Simmins Crescent/Whitteney Drive, 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 Simmins Crescent/Whitteney Drive, 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 Simmins Crescent/Whitteney Drive'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