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Hillcrest is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Welwyn, Hertfordshire. It is operated by Candour Care Services (Hillcrest) Limited.
The home provides specialist care for sensory impairments, adults under 65, learning disabilities, older adults (65+), physical disabilities. Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, Hillcrest provides 24-hour personal care and support for residents who need help with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meal times, in a safe and homely environment.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) last inspected Hillcrest in February 2020 and rated the service as Good overall. This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations across safety, effectiveness, care quality, responsiveness, and leadership.
Hillcrest is located in Welwyn, within the Hertfordshire local authority area in East.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | 10 Great North Road, Welwyn, Hertfordshire, AL6 0PL |
| Phone | 01438 718081 |
| Website | www.candourcare.com |
| Local authority | Hertfordshire |
| Region | East |
| Last inspection | 21 February 2020 |
| Provider | Candour Care Services (Hillcrest) Limited |
Is Hillcrest registered with the CQC?
Yes. Hillcrest is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. You can view the official CQC profile at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-1107048559
What type of care does Hillcrest provide?
Hillcrest provides residential homes, specialising in sensory impairments, caring for adults under 65 yrs, learning disabilities, caring for adults over 65 yrs.
How do I contact Hillcrest?
You can contact Hillcrest by phone on 01438 718081, or visit them at 10 Great North Road, Welwyn, Hertfordshire, AL6 0PL.
What is Hillcrest's CQC rating?
Hillcrest has been rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations. See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-1107048559
What are Hillcrest's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. Hillcrest's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Good.
How many care homes are in Welwyn?
There are 5 CQC-registered care homes in Welwyn. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/welwyn.
Residential care homes provide 24-hour personal care and support for older adults or people with disabilities who are unable to live independently. Staff assist with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meals in a homely environment.
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