Carrstone House
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| Care Type | Care Home |
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| Care Category | Residential | Dementia | Respite |
| Availability | Yes |
| Regulator's Rating | Not Yet Rated |
Meet The Manager
Shane Collier is Commissioning Home Manager at Carrstone House.
"With a strong commitment to delivering high-quality care and fostering a supportive environment for both residents and staff, I am excited to embark on this journey.
My role at Carrstone House involves overseeing the opening and ongoing management of this service, ensuring that we meet the highest standards of care and compliance. I bring with me a wealth of experience in care home management, with a focus on creating person-centred environments that prioritise the well-being and dignity of all residents.
Joining the team at Carrstone House is an exciting opportunity for me to contribute to the community in Downham Market, and I look forward to working closely with residents, families, and staff to build a home where everyone feels valued and cared for."
Opened in Autumna 2024, Carrstone House Care Home in Downham Market offers exceptional care in a warm and welcoming environment. The brand-new home provides expert residential, respite and dementia care.
As with all Avery care homes, Carrstone House will prioritise resident well-being with delicious meals and a holistic approach to activities and care. Contact us today to arrange a visit and discuss your individual care requirements.
| Care Options | We Can Provide |
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| Support For | Companionship, Personal care. |
| Disability Support | Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Walking Frame. |
| Medication | By Mouth. |
| Type Of Dementia | Mild Dementia, Moderate Dementia. |
| Dementia Behaviour | Mild Forgetfulness. |
| 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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We are working within the government guidelines to help protect our staff and clients. |
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| Infection Control Initiatives in place | ||
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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. |
| 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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We are on Facebook| Minimum Age |
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| 65 |
| Our Building and Facilities |
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Carrstone House Care Home offers a vibrant lifestyle focused on resident well-being. Our brand-new facilities and dedicated team create a welcoming environment where you can feel safe, cared for, and enjoy life. |
| Is Our Home Purpose Built |
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| Yes |
| Who Owns Our Building |
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| Private |
| Communal Rooms |
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| Activities Room, Coffee Shop / Café, Dining Rooms, Library, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges. |
| What Else Do We Provide |
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| Cinema, Library, Lift, Minibus. |
| Our Garden |
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| Communal Garden, Private Garden(s), Seating, Wheelchair Friendly Access. |
| Description |
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72 beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms await, each equipped with a call and information system for added peace of mind. |
| About Our Rooms | |
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| Number Of Rooms | 72 |
| Number Of Ensuite Rooms | 72 |
| Type Of Room |
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| Single Room. |
| Room Features |
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| Furnished, Step Free Access. |
| Room Facilities |
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| Alarm, Internet Access, Wifi. |
The offer is available for new respite bookings made after 19th December 2024 Includes single occupancy, couples, all rooms, and care types Offer can be withdrawn at any time Pre-Assessment to be completed to ensure care needs can be met Not available in conjunction with other offers (unless stipulated) Available to private residents only All other terms and conditions of residency shall be in line with Avery Healthcare’s residency agreement This offer can only be redeemed once per resident
| Funding Types | |
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| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Region | East |
| We Accept Self-Funding Clients | Yes |
| Activities Are So Important |
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The team at Carrstone House offers a variety of activities designed to stimulate the mind, body, and spirit, from creative activities like painting and music to gentle exercise classes.
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| Activities At Home |
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| 1 to 1 Activities, Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Crafts, Crosswords, Excursions, Exercise Class, Gardening, Knitting / Embroidery, Painting, Reminiscence, Visiting Entertainment, Word Games. |
| Activities Outside Our Home |
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| Local Tourist Attractions. |
159 Bexwell Road
Downham Market
PE38 9LJ
Regulator: CQC
Not yet rated.
| Transport |
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| Bus Stop nearby, Car Park, Train Station nearby. |
| Places of Worship |
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| Anglican Church, Catholic Church, Methodist Church. |
| Nearby Services |
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| Church, Park, Pub, Restaurant, Shops, Surgery. |
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