Read our FAQs about our Nursing & Residential Care Home in Yealmpton, Plymouth.
Nursing & Residential Home FAQs
FAQs About Our Care Home in Yealmpton, Plymouth
Below, we have compiled a list of FAQs from our residents and their loved ones. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to call us on 01752 880510 and ask to speak with Shannon Young, our Registered Manager.
Is There a Minimum Length of Stay?
No, we accommodate any length of stay at our Nursing & Residential Care Home, including Convalescence and Respite Care.
Can I Keep My Own Doctor?
This depends entirely on your Doctor, who may be prepared to visit you, but we have an excellent relationship with the local surgery, so a Doctor is always available.
Can I Smoke in My Room?
No, to comply with the law, smoking is not allowed anywhere indoors; however, we do have a designated smoking area at the rear of the building.
Is There a Local Church?
There are two churches in Yealmpton: St. Bartholomew’s and Yealmpton Community Methodist Church.
We also have a visiting Vicar and Priest who will give Communion.
What Is Your Policy with Pets?
Depending on individual circumstances, we may agree for you to keep your pet, but this decision is entirely at our discretion. As part of our Care Home Activities, we arrange pet therapy.
Can a Relative Stay Over?
We have a couple of excellent B&Bs nearby which offer very reasonable rates.
In situations where a loved one is approaching the end of their life, we can provide a camp bed, allowing relatives to remain close and spend precious time together.
What Organised Activities or Trips Are There?
At The Manor, we have an activities co-ordinator who arranges a variety of engaging activities within our care home.
We have “pamper” days, bingo, quizzes, darts, bowling, and sing-songs. Additionally, we have regular visits from the local church, which provides Holy Communion and songs of praise. Entertainment is also provided regularly from outsourced entertainers, such as saxophonist Neil Gibson and Zoe’s Cabaret Entertainment.
Birthdays are always celebrated, and we have a full program of live Christmas entertainment. In the summer months, we organise trips to the local Café and Shops.
Is My Designated Next of Kin Kept Informed?
Yes, we place great importance on keeping relatives involved and informed. We listen carefully to individual requests and ensure communication is tailored to meet each family’s needs, offering updates and support whenever required.
What Funding Arrangements Do You Accept?
The Manor accepts self-funded, local authority-funded, and state-funded residents, provided the total fee payable meets the required fee for the assessed care needs of the resident.
In some cases, residents funded by a local authority may require a private top-up fee to ensure the total fee payable meets the assessed care needs of the resident.
Please feel free to look at our Room Prices for more information.
What Staffing Arrangements Do You Have?
Our planned shifts are staffed as follows:
Mornings: 1 qualified nurse and 5 care assistants.
Afternoons: 1 qualified nurse and 3 care assistants.
Evenings: 1 qualified nurse and 3 care assistants.
Overnight: 1 qualified nurse and 1 care assistant.
Specific levels of care received by individual residents will depend on an individual care needs assessment.
Do You Have a Garden?
Yes, we have an accessible patio garden area.
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