Whitegates Respite

White Gates, Sparken Hill, Worksop, S80 1AP

Care Type

Residential Care

CQC rating published

Not available

Provider

Autism East Midlands

Beds

6 beds

Costs and who runs this home

Run by Autism East Midlands, which runs 8 care homes in England: 7 rated Good and 1 not yet rated.

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 Whitegates Respite

Whitegates Respite is a small residential care home located in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, with six beds. The home is operated by Autism East Midlands and specialises in providing care for adults with learning disabilities. Its intimate size means a more personalised approach to support, with staff familiar with individual needs and preferences.

The home is situated on Sparken Hill, within the East Midlands region. As a newer or recently registered service, the home does not yet have a CQC inspection rating. The provider's focus on learning disabilities means the staff team has specific expertise in supporting this client group with tailored care and communication approaches.

Specialist Care

Learning disabilities

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

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4.Do residents look comfortable and at ease, or anxious and withdrawn?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