Highfield Care Home in the picturesque medieval town of Saffron Walden is an established, purpose-built care home providing residential, nursing and dementia care. The home has been furnished to an exceptionally high standard, with facilities including ensuite bedrooms, a beautiful dining room, elegant tea rooms, a hairdressing salon and secure gardens where residents can relax and spend time with friends on sunny days. Highfield benefits from its proximity to the local independent shops, cafés and many historic old buildings of Saffron Walden, which is just a short ten-minute walk from the home. There is also parking available on-site for visitors.
Permanent
Residential Care - Available
Permanent
Residential Dementia Care - Available
Permanent
Nursing Care - Available
Permanent
Nursing Dementia Care - Available
Respite
Residential Care - Available
Respite
Residential Dementia Care - Available
Respite
Nursing Care - Available
Respite
Nursing Dementia Care - Available
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.
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.
Individuals who require 24-hour assistance and care from qualified nurses due to medical conditions and/or personal living needs. This may include people that require intensive rehabilitative care following a stroke, or simply need support using a peg feeding tube.
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.
Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about Highfield.
It is situated in Saffron Walden and is close to popular amenities.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is England's health and social care services regulator. Highfield is rated as good, based on the level of care and safety at the home.
The following types of elderly care are available at this home: residential, nursing, dementia, respite.
Currently, there are 60 beds at the home.
This care home is owned and operated by Maria Mallaband Care Group.
There are a variety of health and wellness activities available at Highfield, including: Gardening & Flower Arranging, Dance & Music, Visits from Children.
Prices will vary from home to home, depending on the level of elderly care required. At Highfield the cost of care starts from £1,400 per week.
It's best to call the home directly on 01799 610170 to find out about the total cost of care for your unique needs.