Whittington Care Home
Nursing Care
29 June 2023
Care Plus London Limited
48 beds
About Whittington Care Home
Whittington Care Home is a 48-bed nursing facility located in Old Whittington, near Chesterfield in Derbyshire. The home provides care for older people and those living with dementia, operated by Care Plus London Limited. It holds a CQC rating of Good, based on an inspection completed in June 2023.
The setting offers nursing-level care within a residential environment in the East Midlands area. The home's focus on dementia care means it has tailored support and activities designed for residents with this condition, alongside general nursing provision for older adults with varying care needs.
Specialist Care
5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit
When visiting Whittington Care Home, 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 Whittington Care Home, 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 Whittington Care Home's fees?
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Location
40 Holland Road, Old Whittington, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 9HF
Whittington Care Home
CQC overall rating
CQC rating published: 29 June 2023
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