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Austen House Care Home

Kilnsea Dr, Earley, Reading, RG6 3UJ

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Overview

Nestled in the semi-rural location of Reading, Austen House is a purpose-built care home that provides expert person-centred care, including nursing, dementia and respite care, as well as services for those under 65. Intelligently designed with residents in mind, this Barchester Healthcare home boasts a selection of beautifully decorated bedrooms, stylish lounges, a bar and manicured gardens equipped with its own vegetable plot, perfect for green-fingered residents. The varied activity programme created by the activity coordinator at Austen House encourages residents to try new activities and enjoy their favourite hobbies. From board games to cheese and wine events, every day is different at the wonderful Austen House in Berkshire.

  • Brand

    Barchester Healthcare

  • Opening date

    1994

  • Purpose Built

    Yes

  • Beds

    79

  • Ensuite Facilities

    91%

  • All Inclusive

    No

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Availability & Pricing

Permanent

Residential Care - Unavailable

Permanent

Residential Dementia Care - Unavailable

Permanent

Nursing Care - Available

Permanent

Nursing Dementia Care - Available

Respite

Residential Care - Unavailable

Respite

Residential Dementia Care - Unavailable

Respite

Nursing Care - Available

Respite

Nursing Dementia Care - Available

CQC Rating

CQC Report

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CQC Publication Date: 04/10/2022
requires improvementOverall Rating
CQC Safe Rating requires improvementCQC Effective Rating requires improvementCQC Caring Rating goodCQC Responsive Rating goodCQC Well-led Rating requires improvement

Types of Elderly Care Available at Austen House*

  • Available

  • Dementia Care

  • Nursing Care

  • Respite Care

Specialist Care Options

  • Convalescent Care

  • Palliative Care

  • Physical Disability

  • Physiotherapy

Not Available

  • Day Care

  • Mental Health

  • Residential Care

* Registered with sector regulator 'Care Quality Commission' to provide these categories of care.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Private

  • Local Authority

  • Local Authority + Topup

  • NHS

Care Home Facilities

Available

  • Cafe or Restaurant

  • Dining Area

  • Family Room

  • Gardens

  • Hair & Beauty Salon

  • Lift

  • Own Furniture Allowed

  • Pets Allowed

  • Quiet Area

  • Spa

Not Available

  • Activity Room

  • Bar

  • Cinema

  • Computer Room

  • Gym

  • Library & Reading Room

  • Meditation Area

  • Private Dining Area

  • Terrace Area

  • Wifi

Care Home Activities

Available

  • Arts & Crafts

  • Baking & Cooking

  • Beer, Cocktails & Wine

  • Birthday & Holiday Celebrations

  • Book and Poetry

  • Dance & Music

  • Exercise & Fitness

  • Gardening & Flower Arranging

  • Meditation & Yoga

  • Visits from Children

  • Wellbeing Classes

Not Available

  • Hair & Beauty Treatments

Care Home Location

Austen House, Kilnsea Dr, Earley, Reading, RG6 3UJ

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Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about Austen House.

Where is Austen House located?

It is situated in Reading and is close to popular amenities.

What is the CQC rating of Austen House?

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. Austen House is rated as requires improvement, based on the level of care and safety at the home.

What types of elderly care are available at Austen House?

The following types of elderly care are available at this home: nursing, dementia, respite.

How many beds does Austen House have?

Currently, there are 79 beds at the home.

Who owns Austen House?

This care home is owned and operated by Barchester Healthcare.

What types of activities and events are available at this care home?

There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Austen House, including: Visits from Children, Arts & Crafts, Birthday & Holiday Celebrations.

What is the cost of care at Austen House?

Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Austen House the cost of care starts from £1,443 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01182 308143 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

01182 308143