Conifers Nursing Home
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16-18 Johns Lane
Walsall
West Midlands
WS6 6BY
| Care Type | Care Home |
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| Care Category | Residential | Nursing | Respite |
| Availability | Yes |
| Weekly Prices From | £1,100.00 |
| Regulator's Rating | Requires Improvement |
Meet The Manager
Alison Skeet is Home Manager at Conifers Nursing Home.
Our home is welcoming, comfortable, and companionable and I would love to welcome you to show you the beautiful surroundings and answer any potential queries you may have.
I know that choosing a care home for a loved one can be a daunting, anxious time for any family and I’d like to reassure you that my staff and I are always here to help you as much as possible in making that transition as seamless and as stress-free both for you and your loved ones. Each of our residents brings something unique to home life, and we make a point of getting to know their personal interests and hobbies, supporting them to find new ones as well. Home life is definitely the richer for it!
We are very proud of the high standard of personal, loving care we provide to all our residents, and this is reflected in the many positive comments we receive from residents’ families and friends.
Conifers is a two-storey building in Great Wyrley, close to Cannock and Walsall. The home is easily reached by major road and rail networks, and there is a regular bus service. The Home is conveniently close to local amenities for residents and visitors. The home is registered for 40 residents to provide personal and nursing care to people over the age of 65 years. The home has a choice of single and twin rooms with the majority offering en-suite facilities. We provide long stay, respite care and emergency stays.
| Care Options | We Can Provide |
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| Support For | Companionship, Convalescence, Daily Respite Care, End of Life, Independent Living, Mental Healthcare, Palliative, Personal care, Rehabilitation. |
| Disability Support | Bed Bound, Hearing Impairment, Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Speech Impairment, Walking Frame, Wheel Chair Bound. |
| Medication | By Mouth. |
| Nursing Specialisms | Cancer, Parkinson's Disease, Stroke. |
| 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.
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We are working within the government guidelines to help protect our staff and clients. |
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Air Filtration & Purification | We are using air filtration and/or air purification devices within our care setting. |
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Independent Assessments | We have been independently assessed in our approach to infection control. |
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Infection Control Training | Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections. |
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Virus Testing | We are testing for viral infection when symptoms present within our care setting. |
| 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 The Care Organisation has not indicated availability |
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With the restrictions on visiting during the pandemic, social media platforms such as these offer real insight when you are choosing a provider.
We are on Facebook| Our Building and Facilities |
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We take great pride in the accommodation we provide for our residents and regularly refurbish the home to a high standard, offering a homely and tastefully decorated environment. The home maintains excellent hygiene and cleanliness standards. The home provides three beautifully decorated sitting rooms, all beautifully decorated in different colour schemes, one of which is a quiet lounge to provide privacy and a quiet space for families. The sitting rooms offer a range of comfortable armchairs and recliners to accommodate differing needs of our residents. We have two beautiful communal dining areas for residents to enjoy our freshly prepared meals although residents are welcome to dine in their own rooms if they so wish. |
| Is Our Home Purpose Built |
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| No |
| 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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| Lift. |
| Our Garden |
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| Communal Garden, Communal Patio, Private Garden(s), Seating, Wheelchair Friendly Access. |
| Brochures |
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| Conifers-Brochure.pdf |
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| Description |
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Many bedrooms provide en-suite facilities. The large bedrooms are available to accommodate couples or people wishing to share. All bedrooms meet the size requirements specified by the Care Quality Commission. We always ensure Conifers is homely, well decorated and clean and we encourage residents to personalise their bedrooms with familiar, favourite belongings. We provide fully assisted shower rooms and bathrooms. A lift provides access to all rooms. A fully fitted Hairdressing Salon is available to meet the residents’ hairdressing needs. Residents’ choices in terms of showers or baths are encouraged and supported. |
| About Our Rooms | |
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| Number Of Rooms | 40 |
| Number Of Ensuite Rooms | 30 |
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| Double Room, Single Room. |
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| Furnished, Step Free Access. |
| Room Facilities |
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| Internet Access, Wifi. |
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| Weekly Fees Start From | Fee |
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| Residential Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,100.00 |
| Funding Types | |
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| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Region | West Midlands |
| We Accept Self-Funding Clients | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority Funding | 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.
| Styles of Food |
 Gluten-free
Halal
Kosher
Pureed
Vegan
Vegetarian
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Bedroom Dining
Lounge/Diner
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| Dining Styles |
Hot Trolley
Room Service
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| Hospitality |
Guests are welcome for dinner (Covid permitting)
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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.
Snacks are provided for residents that require texture-modified food.
Sweet and savoury foods are provided between meals (this does not just include cakes and biscuits).
Hot Trolley
Room Service
A critical component for good health.
5 Star Rated by UK Food Standards. Hand hygiene for both residents and staff.
We are following best practice including NICE guidelines as a standard.
We are conducting internal and/or 3rd party food safety audits.
We have allergen management policies in place.
A freedom to eat the food you want, when you want it.
Families are invited for meals [Covid permitting].
Residents dining in their own room have the same food options as elsewhere.
Residents dining in their own room have their food presented to same standard as elsewhere.
Residents have access to Dining Room.
Residents have the option of dining in their own room.
Staff sit with the residents they support when they dine.
Residents can order food not on the menu, or have access to an ‘evergreen menu’.
Residents have access to a flexible meal service beyond defined times.
More than one option is available at mealtimes for all residents, including those with special and theraputic diets.
Residents with dementia are shown food or visual menus to help them decide.
There is a weekly menu.
We offer catering for special events.
Residents are involved in the creation of the menu.
The best interest choices are made for residents unable to make their own choices.
Delivering a respectful and quality service.
Residents are given appropriate and dignified crockery / glassware and cutlery.
Staff are hospitality trained to present / serve meals.
Tables are well laid.
We have food theme days/nights.
Staff understand and pre-empt potential meal-time behaviours which can impact nutritional intake.
Staff always use appropriate and dignified language (e.g. it is an ‘apron’ not a ‘bib’).
We promote an inclusive dining experience.
There are no unnecessary disruptions during mealtimes.
Being environmentally and socially responsible and thoughtful.
We correctly dispose of our waste.
We have a waste management system.
Our energy usage is well maintained.
We are actively reducing food mileage.
| Activities Are So Important |
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Residents at Conifers Nursing Home are encouraged to join in with activities whether in a group or one-to-one, although as a former resident said ‘this is a rest Home and I intend to rest!’ The choice is given to each individual. |
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| Timetables |
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| Copy of Conifers Activities October 2023.pdf |
| Activities At Home |
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| 1 to 1 Activities, Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Crafts, Crosswords, Excursions, Knitting / Embroidery, Painting, Quiz Games, Reminiscence, Visiting Entertainment, Word Games. |
| Activities Outside Our Home |
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| Local Tourist Attractions. |
The Go Green badge is designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare a care home’s sustainability and green practices.
The below statements are changes that the care provider has acknowledged they have implemented towards a more sustainable future.
The operation, maintenance, and repair of a property
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Do you use LED light bulbs? | Partial |
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Are your windows double glazed? | Yes |
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Is your boiler less than 15 years old? | Yes |
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Do you have an EPC rating? | Yes |
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Do you use eco-friendly cleaning products? | Yes |
The sourcing of goods and the landfill/recycling journey
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Do you monitor your waste? | Yes |
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Do you train your team on recycling practices? | Yes |
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Do you have systems for recycling throughout the home? | Yes |
Energy reduction and renewable energy usage
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Do you measure your energy consumption? | Yes |
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Is your boiler less than 15 years old? | Yes |
Using digital rather than paper based processes
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Do you use digital care plans? | Yes |
| Our Pets |
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We do not allow pets. |
| Can You Bring Your Pet |
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16-18 Johns Lane
Walsall
West Midlands
WS6 6BY
Regulator: CQC
| Current Ratings | |
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| Overall | Requires Improvement |
| Safe | Requires Improvement |
| Well Led | Requires Improvement |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Inspection Reports | |
| Last inspected | 15th September 2023 |
| Last rated | 17th October 2023 |
| Current Report |
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| Historic Reports |
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| Registration Date | 14th January 2011 |
| Service Provider | Central England Healthcare (Great Wyrley) Limited, CV32 5QN |
Conifers Nursing Home Care Home - Care Quality Commission (cqc.org.uk)
| Transport |
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| Bus Stop nearby, Car Park, Train Station nearby. |
| Places of Worship |
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| Anglican Church. |
| Nearby Services |
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| Church, Park, Pub, Restaurant, Shopping Centre, Shops. |
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