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The Sycamores is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Alford, Lincolnshire. It is operated by Linkage Community Trust.
The Sycamores specialises in learning disabilities care.
As a residential care home, The Sycamores 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 The Sycamores in February 2019 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.
The Sycamores is located in Alford, within the Lincolnshire local authority area in East Midlands.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | 45 South Street, Alford, Lincolnshire, LN13 9AN |
| Phone | 01507 463225 |
| Website | www.linkage.org.uk |
| Local authority | Lincolnshire |
| Region | East Midlands |
| Last inspection | 23 February 2019 |
| Provider | Linkage Community Trust |
Is The Sycamores registered with the CQC?
Yes. The Sycamores 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/1-127619830
What type of care does The Sycamores provide?
The Sycamores provides residential homes, specialising in learning disabilities.
How do I contact The Sycamores?
You can contact The Sycamores by phone on 01507 463225, or visit them at 45 South Street, Alford, Lincolnshire, LN13 9AN.
What is The Sycamores's CQC rating?
The Sycamores 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/1-127619830
What are The Sycamores's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. The Sycamores's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Good.
How many care homes are in Alford?
There are 9 CQC-registered care homes in Alford. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/alford.
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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