The Green, Stratford Road, Solihull, B90 4LA
View Full Details of Connaught HouseMy Dad had a very negative experience when he was a resident at Connaught House for just over 2 weeks. He was moved to 3 different rooms during this time. He looked unkempt on most days. I felt the care staff were not interested in getting to know Dad and what would help make him feel at ease & reduce his anxieties. It felt like a heavy handed approach was taken, which made Dad very agitated. I suggested a more hands off approach but felt I wasn't listened to. Dad's stay ended when he fell and broke his hip. I would not recommend this home to anyone, especially if they have moderate dementia, even if they have some challenging behaviours. I felt the leadership, management & culture were extremely poor. The appalling response I received to my CQC complaint only confirmed this.
Today may 11th we had a birthday party for my brother's 70th. What a fantastic day organised by the head of activities. She made everyone welcome and worked tirelessly to serve food, take photos and in general really made the day a great one. What an asset this young lady is to RHG Connaught house nobody else would have come close.
Felt compelled to write an update on my previous review. I really cannot fault the care my sister has received over the past 6 months, every single member of staff are so kind and caring towards her and have understood, rapidly, her level of care needs. My sister always has a smile for anyone who addresses her, which is a huge tell tale sign. I am at Connaught-Cranmore level a lot and can see how respectfully the residents are treated. Activities were always a big thing for me when it came to my sister's care and I can honestly say the activities team really do go above and beyond to get residence involved. In my sister's case, karaoke and movement activities being a favourite. I would love to mention each and every staff member but the list would go on and on. You all know who you are and I can't express how much you are all appreciated. I also have to mention the laundry team.
I am prejudiced as my partner is in this 5-star home, but I have to say the staff are the best. That includes management, maintenance and especially reception. All the staff cannot do enough to occupy residents and us visitors.
My Dad had a very negative experience when he was a resident at Connaught House for just over 2 weeks. He was moved to 3 different rooms during this time. He looked unkempt on most days. I felt the care staff were not interested in getting to know Dad and what would help make him feel at ease & reduce his anxieties. It felt like a heavy handed approach was taken, which made Dad very agitated. I suggested a more hands off approach but felt I wasn't listened to. Dad's stay ended when he fell and broke his hip. I would not recommend this home to anyone, especially if they have moderate dementia, even if they have some challenging behaviours. I felt the leadership, management & culture were extremely poor. The appalling response I received to my CQC complaint only confirmed this.
Today may 11th we had a birthday party for my brother's 70th. What a fantastic day organised by the head of activities. She made everyone welcome and worked tirelessly to serve food, take photos and in general really made the day a great one. What an asset this young lady is to RHG Connaught house nobody else would have come close.
Felt compelled to write an update on my previous review. I really cannot fault the care my sister has received over the past 6 months, every single member of staff are so kind and caring towards her and have understood, rapidly, her level of care needs. My sister always has a smile for anyone who addresses her, which is a huge tell tale sign. I am at Connaught-Cranmore level a lot and can see how respectfully the residents are treated. Activities were always a big thing for me when it came to my sister's care and I can honestly say the activities team really do go above and beyond to get residence involved. In my sister's case, karaoke and movement activities being a favourite. I would love to mention each and every staff member but the list would go on and on. You all know who you are and I can't express how much you are all appreciated. I also have to mention the laundry team.
I am prejudiced as my partner is in this 5-star home, but I have to say the staff are the best. That includes management, maintenance and especially reception. All the staff cannot do enough to occupy residents and us visitors.