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The home is registered with CQC to accommodate 25 people and provides a home from home while delivering the support and expert care to each individual.
A team of dedicated and qualified staff provide first class care and support to residents, who have a tailor made plan of care to ensure all their needs are met...
Care Provided by Wykenhurst Residential Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 25 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees are confirmed once a full assessment has taken place.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Wykenhurst Residential Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Wykenhurst Residential Home 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
Owner
- July VII Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Laura Cook (Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 64+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (23)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome to visit at any time that is suitable to them, however, It is kindly requested that mealtimes are avoided where possible and that you call ahead to inform a member of staff of your visit.
Parking
- Parking is available on the street outside the property.
Wykenhurst Residential Home Reviews (16)
Wykenhurst Residential Home has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.886) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Wykenhurst Residential Home has 16 reviews.
My Mother-in-Law, who suffers from mixed dementia, has just spent her third time here for respite care. Can't recommend the place highly enough. From the Management to all the Staff who take care of her and feed her. I feel confident and more than happy leaving my Mother-in-Law in their capable hands. Many thanks again, everyone at Wykenhurst!
Thank you for your kind words. It is lovely to hear how reassured you are when your Mother-in-Law is in our care.
The home became aware of a potentially cancerous lump and immediately contacted me with an update and the proposed hospital scan. Unfortunately she wouldn't cooperate or allow the scan which was typical of her behavioural issues and I was contacted with that update and we discussed the way ahead. A second visit was arranged and a member of staff who knew her well and understood her behaviour went with her and I was given the opportunity to speak with the consultant prior to the exam. The staff member's involvement went a long way to pacifying her and ultimately allowing the scan to go ahead which was a vital part of her examination. I was able to listen by phone as it happened and my sister was kept calm and reassured. I've had several phone conversations with the home since and I know they are caring for her in the very best way, both staff and admin
Wykenhurst Residential Home has the human touch. I've turned up unannounced many times to see how my mother is doing and have always been amazed at the degree of patience and care that the staff give to their residents. There are plenty of staff around when you walk in, and the managers make time for your questions and concerns. I've been regularly contacted and kept up to date with matters concerning my mother's medical and emotional needs. The communication has been efficient and friendly with imaginative and sensible choices being rolled over in step with my mother's situation. I'm very thankful and grateful for the loving care my mother receives at Wykenhurst. Because of them, I can live my own life, just as my mother would want me to do.
Thank you for your kind words, it is a pleasure to care for your mother.
My brother was at Wykenhurst for 12 years. He was as settled as content as he had ever been in his many years in residential care. Wykenhurst provided a good balance between care and maintaining his freedom. It really was his home with staff being part of 'his family'. For the last three months of his life the staff went above and beyond in providing care and support for him and the immediate family. Staff even visited him in hospital taking suitable treats to enhance his quality of life. In short, nothing was too much trouble.
Thank you for your kind words, it was our pleasure to care for your brother.
My husband has spent several years in Wykenhurst and has always received excellent care. The staff have been supportive to me and my son. I can see that he is content and happy in this care home.
The building provides opportunities for privacy and for companionship. Care is given as required, and independence encouraged within the ability of the individual.
Those able to go out unaccompanied can do so, whilst others can do with the staff or family, is appropriate.
Those who do not want to go out can remain inside. In their bedrooms when they wish, or in one of the lounges, or in the garden room or the garden.
There is a television set in on of the lounges, and some of the residents choose to have their own television or radio sets in their bedroom.
Likewise, there is a payphone for general use, but any who wish can have a private phone in his or her bedroom.
The aim of all staff is making each resident feel truly at home.
Clearly, our experience has been more limited during lockdowns etc, but overall very positive. An excellent home characterised by its homely atmosphere and dedicated leadership. Worthy of trust in all respects. No need for more characters!
I feel that a professional care service is being provided for my brother, with open and honest communication from the care home at all times. Also very caring and responsible staff who are kind and patient with my brother's complex needs. The consistently good quality of care is reassuring for me as I live almost an hour's drive away. Pre-covid I often rang to arrange a visit at short notice due to my working pattern and was always welcome and able to spend time with my brother who has maintained the best health we can expect given his needs and even made slight improvements in some areas.
My brother has lived happily at Wykenhurst for a number of years. I couldn't wish for better care for him.
However, from this, I can conclude that I am very happy with the care and accommodation that she is provided with.
Wykenhurst Care Home has a warm and friendly atmosphere whenever I visit. The staff are always helpful and I am always greeted with an update on my sister's condition. Wykenhurst has a comfortable, homely feel, which must make it easier for the residents to settle. This review is based on my yearly visits.
I recently visited my sister at Wykenhurst with my wife, we were made to feel really welcome by the staff and all the residents. We had a guided tour and found the home to be very clean and spacious. What struck me was there were parts of the house that were busy i.e restaurant plus communal areas but there were areas that were very peaceful, garden room. The garden is very good.
Thank you so much for your feedback it really is much appreciated.
My concern for care was soon put to rest as the staff and management have been wonderful with their caring and ability in every aspect of the word 'care'.
Thank you for your feedback much appreciated - I will feedback the response to all our staff.
My husband has been in full-time care for just over one year. He previously spent 2 days in daycare. I am very happy with his care at Wykenhurst Residential Home and would not hesitate to recommend the home.
Our relative has been in Wykenhurst for one year. He has not always been the easiest to manage due to his dementia. The staff have been helpful in all aspects and have kept us well informed. Above all, we appreciate the efforts to make everything homely with respect for the wishes of the residents.
Thank you for your kind words.
Wykenhurst Residential Home is a lovely family run care home where the residents are given dignity, respect and are very well cared for. I have experience of two relatives living there and both have received excellent care. Communication between staff, residents and family is good. It is a lovely warm and safe environment with a real family atmosphere. I am always greeted with a smile from staff with an update of my relative.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 29 February 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Wykenhurst Residential Home
What types of Care is Wykenhurst Residential Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Wykenhurst Residential Home have?
There are 23 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at Wykenhurst Residential Home?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Wykenhurst Residential Home to the centre of Hereford?
0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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