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Southernwood is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Amersham, Buckinghamshire. It is operated by Royal Mencap Society.
Southernwood specialises in learning disabilities care.
As a residential care home, Southernwood 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 Southernwood in January 2021 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.
Southernwood is located in Amersham, within the Buckinghamshire local authority area in South East.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | 148 Plantation Road, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6JG |
| Phone | 01494 721607 |
| Website | www.mencap.org.uk |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Region | South East |
| Last inspection | 8 January 2021 |
| Provider | Royal Mencap Society |
Is Southernwood registered with the CQC?
Yes. Southernwood 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/1-119187798
What type of care does Southernwood provide?
Southernwood provides residential homes, specialising in learning disabilities.
How do I contact Southernwood?
You can contact Southernwood by phone on 01494 721607, or visit them at 148 Plantation Road, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 6JG.
What is Southernwood's CQC rating?
Southernwood 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/1-119187798
What are Southernwood's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. Southernwood's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Good.
How many care homes are in Amersham?
There are 6 CQC-registered care homes in Amersham. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/amersham.
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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