Alex Wood House Care Home

CQC Rating Good
Exterior of Alex Wood House Care home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Dining Room at Alex Wood House Care home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Residents at Alex Wood House Care home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Residents at Alex Wood House Care home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Residents at Alex Wood House Care home in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
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Care Home Location

Alex Wood House,  3A Fortescue Rd, Cambridge CB4 2JS, UK
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Overview

Situated in the University City of Cambridge, Alex Wood House is a welcoming care home that provides expert residential, dementia and respite care to the elderly. This friendly Athena Care home boasts a range of modern facilities to help residents feel at home, including beautifully decorated bedrooms equipped with ensuite bathroom facilities, a selection of stylish communal lounges where residents can relax and socialise, a hairdressing salon and manicured gardens with plenty of areas to sit. The dedicated activity coordinators ensure no two days are the same here at Alex Wood House, whether it be arts and crafts or enjoying a quiz, there’s an activity for everyone.

BrandAthena Care
Purpose BuiltYes
Date Opened1988
Beds36
Ensuite Facilities100%
All InclusiveNo

Availability & Pricing

Permanent

Residential Care - Available

Permanent

Residential Dementia Care - Available

Permanent

Nursing Care - Unavailable

Permanent

Nursing Dementia Care - Unavailable

Respite

Residential Care - Available

Respite

Residential Dementia Care - Available

Respite

Nursing Care - Unavailable

Respite

Nursing Dementia Care - Unavailable

CQC Rating

CQC Report

Read the regulators inspection report and care quality assessment

CQC Publication Date: 12/02/2021
goodOverall Rating
CQC Safe Rating goodCQC Effective Rating goodCQC Caring Rating goodCQC Responsive Rating goodCQC Well-led Rating good

Types of Elderly Care Available at Alex Wood House*

Lottie care
Residential Care

Individuals with low care needs, who are either fully independent or require minimal assistance with personal care and day-to-day tasks. Residential care usually includes support with tasks like: dressing, washing, taking oral medication and hoisting.

Lottie care
Dementia Care

Individuals that have been diagnosed with dementia and are no longer able to live independently at home due to requiring specialist 24-hour care services.

Lottie care
Respite Care

Individuals that require a temporary living arrangement at a care home. Respite is also referred to as a short care home stay and may range from a few days to a couple weeks.

Additional Elderly Care Options

Day Care

Not Available

Convalescent Care
Mental Health
Palliative Care
Physical Disability
Physiotherapy
Nursing Care
* Registered with sector regulator 'Care Quality Commission' to provide these categories of care.

Funding Types Accepted

Care Home Facilities

Available

Activity Room
Cafe or Restaurant
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Own Furniture Allowed
Private Dining Area
Quiet Area
Wifi

Not Available

Bar
Cinema
Computer Room
Family Room
Gym
Library & Reading Room
Meditation Area
Pets Allowed
Spa
Terrace Area

Care Home Activities

Available

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Meditation & Yoga
Visits from Children
Wellbeing Classes

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Where is Alex Wood House located?

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

What is the CQC rating of Alex Wood House?

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

What types of elderly care are available at Alex Wood House?

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

How many beds does Alex Wood House have?

Currently, there are 36 beds at the home.

Who owns Alex Wood House?

This care home is owned and operated by Athena Care.

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

There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Alex Wood House, including: Exercise & Fitness, Hair & Beauty Treatments, Meditation & Yoga.

What is the cost of care at Alex Wood House?

Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Alex Wood House the cost of care starts from £1,530 per week.

It's best to call the home directly on 01224 007323 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.

01224 007323