What types of Care is Linden House registered for?

Older Person Care & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Linden House have?

There are 26 Single Rooms and 4 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Linden House?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Linden House to the centre of Wellington?

0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

Linden House care home, Linden Hill, Lower Westford, Wellington, Somerset TA21 0DW

Linden House

Linden Hill, Lower Westford, Wellington TA21 0DW

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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

Older Person Care
Younger Adults

Length of Stay

Permanent Care
Respite Care

Care Types Provided

Nursing Care
For a maximum of 34 Service Users

Other Care Provided

Palliative / End of Life Care
Convalescent Care
Day Care

Facilities

Own Furniture if required
Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
Smoking not permitted
Minibus or other transport
Lift
Wheelchair Access
Gardens
Phone Point in own room
Television point in own room
Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1410
RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1410

•   Care as set out in personalised individual care plans
•   Furnished accommodation in a room for your exclusive use.
•   A choice of meals, plus snacks and non-alcoholic drinks.
•   Full use of communal areas in the Home.
•   Certain activities eg crafts, 1:1 time with activity staff, group sessions, talks from outside speakers, entertainment by external providers and/or events and the use of recreational facilities (you may be asked to make a financial contribution to the cost of some excursions, however we will notify you of any required charge in advance of any such excursion).
•   Laundry service excluding dry cleaning.
•   Liaison with your GP, social worker, district nurse, dentist, chiropodist and other professionals. You may be asked to meet any charge that any of these professionals make in the event that these services are not available via the NHS.
•   Central heating (in season), hot water and lighting.
•   Supply of bed linen and towels.
•   Maintenance of the grounds of the Home.
•   Maintenance and repair (as necessary) of the Home, its furnishings and furniture.
•   Insurance of the home and its contents (see clause 16 for further details).
•   Intercommunication system and all necessary fire alarms, extinguishers and emergency lighting.
•   Internet access in line with our fair usage policy.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Linden House to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

Self Funding (Private)
Local Authority with Top Up
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NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Support you may be entitled to

If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Mrs S C Joyce

Person in charge

Lucy Perry (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Somerset County Council

Admission Criteria

Ages 45+

Care Home Design/Build

Purpose Built: Yes
Last Refurbishment: 2006

Room Information

Single Rooms (26)
Couples/Companion Rooms (4)

Review from Brian C (Husband of Resident) published on 21 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience

A friendly place. I am always greeted and welcomed. My wife is always dressed with her hair well done despite having lost all her abilities. The home is clean and well-managed.

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Review from S P (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report

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My father spent the last ten weeks of his life in Linden House which provided a very happy environment with excellent, caring staff throughout. The welcoming atmosphere when we visited made visiting a pleasure and provided my father with the best possible environment during this difficult time. I can

not thank the staff enough for all they did.

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Review from Maggie W (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Very impressed with this care home. It has a wonderful, homely atmosphere, and the staff are so kind and caring. The activities coordinator comes up with absolutely brilliant activities, and there seems to be something going on to entertain the residents and keep them happy all the time. The rooms look

like they are rooms people have in their own homes, with proper curtains and nice furnishings. The food is presented beautifully and looks amazing.

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Review from A T (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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The staff at Linden House are very caring, friendly and professional. The surroundings are beautiful and make it such a peaceful place. I cannot speak highly enough of the Linden team, which gives you soo much peace of mind. Thank you so much.

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Review from Luis G (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 20 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Linden House provided excellent care, with well-trained and friendly staff. The home is set on beautiful grounds and all of the facilities are excellent. This home is highly recommended for the care of your loved ones.

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Review from M W (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 6 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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I have been to other homes but this one is very good. Most of the staff are lovely and a pleasure to be with. I have found some good friends and we enjoy chatting and having a laugh and we can now go on outings such as to the garden centre.

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Review from Gordon C (Husband of Resident) published on 2 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience

My wife up to her death was admitted to Linden House after a short period in hospital. To stay at home was not an option and a place was found at Linden House of which I knew nothing.
It was soon obvious that the standard of care was first class. A more than approachable owner and staff of carers whom

I could never fault in any way. Very much a family environment I found.

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Review from Maureen C (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 12 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

My mother-in-law spent nearly three years at Linden House and throughout that time we were impressed by the care and respect shown to her and to all the residents. Every member of staff demonstrated how well they knew the residents and showed them warmth and consideration.
As long as she was able she

enjoyed the grounds and the activities and everything that could be done for her was done.

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Review from Christine B (Wife of Resident) published on 11 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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I can honestly say that during an exceptionally difficult year all the staff at Linden House have worked tirelessly to continue their dedication to look after their residents. Even through the thick of COVID, they battled on. My husband was in the hoe for 2 and a half years until September when he sadly

passed away very unexpectedly. Everything was handled with so much compassion to me and him. He enjoyed being there, liked to chat to everyone and make them laugh. Nothing is too much trouble, even if you want porridge for tea! It is an excellent care home with superb gardens that I would recommend to anyone. Well done to you all.

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Review from S H (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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The welcome is very warm and friendly. The care is very caring. All the staff are lovely. The home is very homely. We were more than happy with our relative's care, as were the rest of the family. I would highly recommend this care home.

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Review from Linda B (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Dad was a resident at Linden for 2 and a half years. Dad was always well cared for and supported. He had a lovely room that was always clean and he could add his personal items. He had a good relationship with the staff and management. If we ever had a concern we could always discuss it and any issues

resolved. Nursing care was of a high standard and his dietary needs were met. There was always plenty of choices. Dad was very happy at Linden ad so were his family.

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Review from A T (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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My mother came to Linden House for one week respite. While there, she liked it so much she asked if she could stay. She spent the next 6 months of her life happy, content and safe. At Linden House she had company, companionship, all her needs met and felt she was in a safe environment.