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They pride themselves on providing a homely, personalised environment and ensure residents and their families are at the centre of everything they do, as are core values of dignity and respect. They believe in being open and fair and endeavour...
Care Provided by Davids House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 30 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Davids House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Davids House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- MHA
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Urmi John(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2019
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (30)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (30)
Parking
- On-site car park
Davids House Reviews (77)
Davids House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.882) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Davids House has 77 reviews.
I am very happy with the way my friend is being cared for both physically and mentally. My friend suffers from a state of high anxiety which they try to relieve, not always successfully sadly. He is being well looked after and is now better physically than he was when he was at home.
I am so pleased to hear your feedback covering all aspects of our service. Your comments are much appreciated and will be fed back to the staff team. Thank you again.
The staff are caring, thoughtful and so importantly respectful to all the residents.
They understand the upset, stress and confusion their dementia residents can face, on a daily basis and show them kindness, patience and understanding.
David's House is managed and run extremely efficiently, all the staff work so very hard, and families of the residents are always kept up to date.
They work hard to organise many events for the residents and families together, and these are joyful occasions.
My Mother can very often be upset and distressed for a period of time, but I know with confidence, that her emotional needs are dealt with during these times with compassion, dignity and in a professional manner.
I would highly recommend David's House.
Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your experiences of David's House.
I am so pleased to hear your feedback covering all aspects of our service. Your comments are much appreciated and will be fed back to the staff team. Thank you again.
I particularly remember what fun the Christmas party was, Davids House was packed with families, old and young alike. And we all joined in with the singing and dancing. I am very grateful to the staff at Davids House for making my mothers time there so comfortable and safe.
Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your experiences of David’s House.
I am so pleased to hear your feedback covering all aspects of our service. Your comments are much appreciated and will be fed back to the staff team. Thank you again.
My mother, who has dementia has been resident at David's House for several years now. The staff there do an excellent and professional job in caring for my mother. The staff are always helpful, positive and polite.
The care home also works closely with the families of the residents.
Well organised. Friendly staff and manager is very approachable. Visitors welcome at any reasonable time. Home do their best to make residents feel as good as possible.
They always go the extra mile and welcome you at any time.
My Father was in distress when he went there but with their kindness and calm approach, he flourished.
Thank you.
Dear Jo
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review, I will share your wonderful thoughts with the home. The team work incredibly hard to make Davids House homely and I am sure they will value your wonderful acknowledgement of this and the care they have shown to your father.
I am glad this has given some comfort to you too.
Regards
Deborah
I was amazed when visiting David's House. The level of care, consideration & dedication is above anything I would have ever imagined. Hearing the singing with the staff members and then the singing & exercise with the professional was outstanding. If I needed a dementia home this is where I would want to be.
Dear Jane
Thank you for sharing your wonderful review of Davids House with us. I always find that the staff are devoted to ensuring the home is just that, a home away from home. When I visit I always feel a warmth as is with a family unit and it is good to know that you have had a great experience as have I and that your aunt is enjoying living there.
Kind Regards
Deborah
My father came to David's House after a short stay in respite care in a different home. The staff in David's House are lovely. They are experienced in caring for dementia patients. It has a calm feel about the place. On entering it can feel a little enclosed but there are quite a few quiet places to sit with relatives. My father is still very mobile and when time permits the staff will go out for a short walk with him. He is beginning to settle into his new surroundings.
Dear Susan
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. I agree that the building does not lend itself to the vast expanse of new builds but it does more than compensate in the care and warmth of the service provided. Sometimes, the many smaller rooms of interest to lend themselves to a...
My dad feels he is treated well by the staff and is well looked after. The facilities are extremely good and he feels safe and happy here with friendly staff.
Dear Jane
Thank you for your wonderful recommendation for Davids House. We are so pleased that your dad enjoys his stay there and the care that is delivered. We are, however, always open to new ways so please do tell us if you think of any area we could improve even more.
Regards
Deborah
A very friendly, caring home. Food is very nice people are well looked after.
Dear Ray
Thank you so much for your wonderful recommendation of the services we provide at David's. I agree that this is a wonderful home with a very caring staff team, almost a home away from home. It is great to know that others recognise the wonderful work they do and I thank you for taking the time to complete this.
Kind Regards
Deborah
I am the advocate for an elderly gentleman at David's House. He is treated with respect and dignity at all times and the place has a very homely and friendly atmosphere. The staff shows extreme patience and understanding to him even though he gets quite demanding and and bad-tempered at times. The support and reassurance at all times, from Management, senior staff and carers are just superb, and it has helped my friend to settle down happily in David's house. He is now very friendly and helpful to the other residents. Yes I will recommend David's house to anyone who is looking for placement.
Dear Uma
Thank you for reviewing the services provided at David's House and for giving such heart warming feedback. It is great to receive such wonderful praise for the whole team on the support they give to your friend whom you advocate for. It is also so pleasing to know that you would recommend David's House to others.
Kind Regards
Deborah
Mum was extremely well looked after. The carers always treat her with kindness and respect. The home is very clean and comfortable and a wide range of activities/entertainment are provided for those who can still enjoy it. The management and senior carers are very approachable should we have any concerns. I always feel confident that mum is in a safe and loving environment.
Dear Karen
What a wonderful review, I will feed this back to the team. I agree that Davids House is a warm caring home and I would be happy for my loved ones to choose this too. Such a homeley atmosphere though we are always looking for ways of improving and will be trying out new activities in the future. If you have any suggestions please do share.
Kind Regards
Deborah
My father has been at the home for 6 weeks now and has settled in well. He has put on weight thanks to the team encouraging him to eat. He is happy and has settled in well.
Dear Clive
Thank you for completing this review of the services provided to your father at Davids House. It is great to hear how quickly he has settled and that with the support and encouragement he is now putting on weight.
I will share your feedback with the team and thank you once again for recognising some of the great qualities of this team.
Regards
Deborah
I am a regular visitor to this home and over the course of several years I have established links with a number of residents. It is an excellent home, deserving its strong local reputation. It has friendly and committed staff with strong leadership and is excellent at dementia care, keeping up community links and involving relatives.
Dear Christopher
Thank you for expressing such a wonderful review of our services. It is good to know the hard work and dedication of the team is recognised as delivery of such a high quality service.
Regards
Deborah
My father has been resident at David's House for a year now and I am so glad he is in such a happy and caring environment. He is treated with kindness by attentive and thoughtful staff and I can relax because I know his needs are being met. His quality of life is good - much better than when he lived on his own and he, and all the residents, are treated as individuals. David's House has a pretty garden which dad enjoys in warm weather, and a very homely, friendly appearance. David's House is very special, it feels like a family and I know they genuinely care for dad.
Dear Helen
Thank you for such wonderful words of praise for the team at Davids House. I am glad you are pleased with the care for your father there and agree that it is like a family environment.
I will pass your sentiments onto the team and thank you for kindly taking the time to complete this review.
Regards
Deborah
My in-laws have been residents @ David's House for 18 months after a move from another care home in the area. What a difference - it is staggering the difference in the quality of care. We are so relieved they are in good hands now. Many homes profess to be specialists in dementia, but this is not always reflected in their care standards and training. David's House truly are specialists in dementia - their agenda of activities is geared to stimulating residents - Music Therapy, Exercise & Movement and regular visits from Pet Therapy charities. Despite it being a big effort they also have great outings to museums, gardens and seaside and encourage family to attend as well. Plan regular outings they welcome volunteers and as well as some great excursions. Things on the Activity Calendar actually happen - it is not printed just for show!
By far the biggest difference for us as a family is how they encourage and welcome our involvement - the Manager has an open door policy, you are always made to feel welcome. In the perfect world nothing would go wrong, but that is not realistic - so having a Manager and staff that listen is very important. As a family we feel well supported by David's House, the reputation of the organisation MHA is also reassuring for us.
Placing loved ones care into the hands of others is very difficult and scary, I wish we had found David's House first time around. My advice would be to look beyond the local management of the home, check the reputation of the holding company, performance at other homes, how well supported are the carers, when did they last receive a pay increase, how regularly do they review the care fees. Finally, talk to other relatives.
Dear Toni
Thank you so much for your wonderful comments, they really are appreciated. Davids House really does go that extra mile and I will share your excellent feedback with them.
Thank you once again.
Regards
Deborah
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 23 December 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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