The Old Vicarage Care Home and our staff hope this site gives everyone who enquires useful information about life in our home. If you need more information please get in touch.
It is our aim to offer all our residents continued happiness and comfort. We think this can be best achieved if you view the Care Home as your own home and that both you and your relatives take an active part in the planning and decision making that affects each individuals needs.
Hopefully we shall all grow older gracefully and in the best of health. However, if one does enter into care, it is of paramount importance to retain as much independence as is possible and with our help we shall endeavour to assist residents to achieve this goal.
This, above all, is the key to the happiness that we try to engender within the The Old Vicarage and it is our aim to be able to serve your best interests throughout your time with us.
Q. Is the Care Home Registered?
A. Yes, the Home is registered with the Care Quality Commission to care for 22 residents and is managed by Mrs Rigmor Paling our Registered Manager with 27 years of experience.
Q. Can we see any documentation as to the Home and Care standards?
A. Yes, the Home's Care Quality Commission Inspection Reports can be found on display both at the Care Home and by clicking on the following underlined link:
our latest inspection report
Q. What happens before I come into the Home?
A. Prior to admission, the Manager, or a senior member of the care management team, will make an appointment to visit you at home or in hospital. This allows us to carry out an assessment of your care needs. Although you may need some help in caring for yourself, we hope you will continue to undertake those daily tasks you are currently able to do. Your "personal carer" or "key Worker", will be qualified tol help you plan a programme of individual care to ensure you get the help you need.
Q. Can I have a lie in if I feel like it?
A. Of course you can. You can simply request breakfast at a later time.
Q. Will I have a Care Plan?
A. A Care Plan will be tailored to meet your individual needs. You will be closely involved with your Care Planning if this is your wish. It will be reviewed on a regular basis. A copy of the Care Plan can be obtained from your named Keyworker if required. Just request a copy.
Q. Can my family and grandchildren visit me?
A. Yes, most residents in our home remain in close touch with their family. We believe this is very important, and as well as calling to see you, we would like them to become involved in the life of the Home. Visitors including children and grandchildren are most welcome in the home at any time. You can name a day to have meals with your loved ones.
Q. Can I bring my own items of furniture?
A. Yes, as long as the items are able to fit practically within your bedroom and meet the fire safety regulations and are free from worm.
Q. What if I need to see a Dentist or the Optician?
A. We have a visiting Optician who will call whenever needed or you can make arrangements to visit your own practitioner.
Q. What would happen if the The Old Vicarage Care Home were to close?
A. In the unlikely event of this happening, we would inform the Care Quality Commission and contact and work closely with the appropriate Social Services team to arrange alternative accommodation. Residents and their families or advocates would be kept fully informed and involved at all stages of this process.
Q. Can I have a pet?
A.. This ispossible and of course dependant on the care needs of the pet and your ability to care for it. We are recognised by the Cinnamon Trust as the only five star friendly pet home in Cambridgeshire.
Q. What is the continuity and level of staffing like in the Home?
A. We are very fortunate that our staff remain loyal and committed to the The Old Vicarage Care Home and have remained in continuous service for quite some time. Staffing levels are always set to ensure that staff have sufficient time to care for the Residents needs. We do not employ any tempory agency staff. Most of the the staff are qualified at NVQ3 and the remainder at NVQ2.
Q. What arrangements, if any, are made to cater for religious requirements?
A. The Old Vicarage accepts and respects all religious denominations. We have links to most of the local Church and religious organisations and your own Minister, Priest or Rabbi is welcome to visit you at any time. Families or friends will be assisted to take you to organised services. We have a monthly communion service, held in the Home.
Q. Who will look after my medicines?
A. All medicines prescribed by a Doctor are stored in secured medicine cabinets and are dispensed at the prescribed times by qualified authorised staff. However, should you prefer, and are able to administer your own medication, this will be arranged.
Q. Does the Home have a formal contract stating terms of Residency?
A. Yes, we have a full and comprehensive contract that has been compiled in accordance with the Office of Fair Trading guidelines to ensure ease of use. See link button below:
Q. Do you accept residents who suffer from dementia?
A. Yes. Some of our residents within the The Old Vicarage Care Home have mild dementia and the staff have the requisite skills to care for them.
Q. Can you tell me how to find other homes?
A. Yes, you can go to the Care Quality Commission's website by clicking on the following underlined link:
care quality commission website
Q. What is an Advanced Directive and do I need one?
A. Advance directives (also known as living wills) allow you to outline the treatment and care you would like in the future, when you may not be able to communicate your wishes. It is your choice to have one. You can set up an advance directive through a solicitor, or you can fill in a prepared form. The The Old Vicarage Care Home's staff will be there to assist you. We would recommend that you involve your doctor in writing your advance directive as he will be able help you go through the issues involved. Also, speak to your close friends or relatives about your advance directive. Involving them will help them understand your wishes. An advance directive should be reviewed regularly to ensure it is up to date. |
