St Francis Avenue
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 2SE
Care Type | Care Home |
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Care Category | Residential | Nursing | Dementia | Respite |
Availability | Yes |
Weekly Prices From | £1,314.00 |
Regulator's Rating | Good |
Mitchelo Kalengo is Care Home Manager at Avon Court Care Home.
As a dedicated healthcare professional, Mitchelo has gained a wealth of experience in providing care and nursing support to elderly people, to enrich their lives. She is a knowledgeable and dedicated leader who is passionate about delivering the highest standards in care and quality of life for Residents.
Choosing to work in the care sector, because she has a passion for people and, knowing each as an individual, Mitchelo closely shares HC-One's vision in aiming, to provide the kindest care for each and every Resident. She extends this caring approach to her Colleagues and works closely with them to deliver care and support to Residents in a way that they gain the most benefit, in a warm and welcoming home
Situated close to the market town of Chippenham, Avon Court is a friendly, 56 bed care home that proudly offers residential, nursing and nursing dementia care.
With sitting rooms, space for Residents to pursue their hobbies and interests and two delightful dining rooms to choose from, Avon Court has a host of places in which to relax, dine, exercise, socialise and be creative. The pretty landscaped garden and patio is the perfect spot to spend time with friends and family, and is happily looked after by some of our Residents. The bright, comfortable bedrooms and living areas are all easily accessible by wheelchair.
The home’s caring team has created a family atmosphere, encouraging everyone to eat and celebrate special occasions together. Residents are invited to decorate their rooms with small items of their own furniture and treasured belongings so that it feels just like home. Daily life is thoughtfully designed to support mind, body and soul.
Care Options | We Can Provide |
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Support For | Companionship, Nursing Dementia / EMI, Personal care. |
Disability Support | Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Walking Frame. |
Medication | By Mouth, Change Catheter, Injection, Suppository. |
Type Of Dementia | Mild Dementia, Moderate Dementia. |
Dementia Specialisms | Alzheimer's. |
Respite Care | Yes |
Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.
What we're doing to keep residents & visitors safe | ||
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The safety and wellbeing of our residents is our priority; we've taken significant steps to ensure this. Avon Court offers enhanced training and Independent assessments |
Infection Control Initiatives in place | ||
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Infection Control Training | Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections. |
Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) - Regulator’s Assessment | ||
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In response to the coronavirus pandemic, regulators have assessed the preparedness of care providers in relation to infection prevention and control. Details of the regulator’s latest findings can be found below. | ||
Regulator: CQC | ||
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Use of PPE | The provider assured the regulator that it was using personal protective equipment effectively and safely. |
View the provider’s latest Inspection Reports. |
Connectivity for resident testing, monitoring & communications |
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Infection control and the safety of both residents and staff often requires quarantine measures and the isolation of care home residents. To test, monitor and allow residents to communicate with relatives, the prevalence of room-level connectivity within the home is becoming increasingly relevant. Wireless Internet access (WiFi) The Care Organisation has not indicated availability Mobile Phone Network Coverage (mobile “signal”) The Care Organisation has not indicated availability Telephone for external calling Yes, our care home provides a telephone in all our resident’s rooms. Family Portal Yes, our care home has provides families with a family portal. Find out more about Family Portals. |
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Minimum Age |
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65 |
Our Building and Facilities |
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With sitting rooms, space for Residents to pursue their hobbies and interests and two delightful dining rooms to choose from, Avon Court has a host of places in which to relax, dine, exercise, socialise and be creative. The pretty landscaped garden and patio is the perfect spot to spend time with friends and family, and is happily looked after by some of our Residents. |
Is Our Home Purpose Built |
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Yes |
How Many Floors We Have |
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2 |
Who Owns Our Building |
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Private |
Communal Rooms |
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Dining Rooms, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges. |
What Else Do We Provide |
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Assisted Bathroom, Hairdressers, Lift, Minibus. |
Our Garden |
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Communal Garden, Communal Patio, Private Garden(s), Seating, Secure Garden, Wheelchair Friendly Access. |
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Description |
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The bright, comfortable bedrooms and living areas are all easily accessible by wheelchair. |
About Our Rooms | |
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Number Of Rooms | 60 |
Number Of Ensuite Rooms | 60 |
We offer these types of ensuite rooms: WC and Basin. |
Type Of Room |
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Single Room. |
Room Features |
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Furnished, Garden View, Step Free Access. |
Room Facilities |
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Telephone Point, Wifi. |
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Weekly Fees Start From | Fee |
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Residential Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,314.00 |
Funding Types | |
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Local Authority | Wiltshire |
Region | South West |
We Accept Self-Funding Clients | Yes |
We Accept NHS Continuing Healthcare | Yes |
We Accept Local Authority funding with a Third Party Top-Up | Yes |
Choice Dining is a food-focused accreditation designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare the dining experience within different care settings.
To be awarded the Choice Dining badge, a care home will have committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences with a strong focus on preference, individuality, hygiene and the environment. You can explore the specifics of all participating homes in the tab below to learn more about the food on offer, how it is served and presented and what they’re doing to cater for your personal taste. Find out more about Choice Dining.
Dining Locations |
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The preparation, nutritional value and presentation of food.
Attractive drinks and adaptive cups/glasses are available and accessible where needed.
Individual dietary needs are person centred.
Meals reflect the nutritional needs of the residents.
Our menu is balanced.
Sweet and savoury foods are provided between meals (this does not just include cakes and biscuits).
A critical component for good health.
Hand hygiene for both residents and staff.
A freedom to eat the food you want, when you want it.
Residents have access to Dining Room.
The best interest choices are made for residents unable to make their own choices.
Understanding the wants and requirements of every individual be it cultural, religious or dietary.
Vegetarian food can be served.
We can support people with Diabetes.
Delivering a respectful and quality service.
Residents are given appropriate and dignified crockery / glassware and cutlery.
Tables are well laid.
Staff understand and pre-empt potential meal-time behaviours which can impact nutritional intake.
There are no unnecessary disruptions during mealtimes.
Activities Are So Important |
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The carers and Residents at Avon Court enjoy playing an important part in their local community. The home encourages an atmosphere of fun and inclusion and runs a weekly programme of events, which includes talks and demonstrations from local people willing to share their knowledge and talents. Performers from the area regularly visit and entertain Residents with songs, sketches, singing and dancing, and members of neighbourhood groups, volunteers and other locals often drop in for a cup of tea and a chat. |
Our Photos |
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Activities At Home |
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1 to 1 Activities, Bingo, Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Crafts, Crosswords, Excursions, Flower Arranging, Gardening, Music Entertainment, Painting, Quiz Games, Reminiscence, Singing, Visiting Entertainment, Word Games. |
Activities Outside Our Home |
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Local Tourist Attractions. |
Can You Bring Your Pet |
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No |
St Francis Avenue
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 2SE
Current Ratings | |
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Overall | Good |
Safe | Good |
Well Led | Good |
Caring | Good |
Responsive | Good |
Effective | Good |
Inspection Reports | |
Last inspected | 29th July 2022 |
Last rated | 26th August 2022 |
Current Report |
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Historic Reports |
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Registration Date | 31st January 2017 |
Service Provider | HC-One Oval Limited, DL3 6AH |
Transport |
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Bus Stop nearby, Car Park, Train Station nearby. |
Nearby Services |
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Hospital, Local Walks & Bike Rides, Park, Pub, Restaurant, Shops. |
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