Residential and Nursing Care
There are a lot of residential care homes for people with a learning disability in Hampshire. There are many different types of care home. Some are small houses in the community, others are big buildings in the countryside. Valuing People Now says that people tend to experience better outcomes in smaller services, based in the community. Registered care homes are inspected and regulated by the Care Quality Commission who award star ratings. You can search for care homes and see their latest inspection reports here.
Residential care can be a good option for some people. Some homes are able to help people learn new skills to prepare for a more independent lifestyle in the future. Some homes have staff with particular skills which can help people with specific needs. Residential care needn't be a home for life, but can be a step on a pathway to greater independence.
If you have a health need which is making it difficult for you to stay at home and is making you think about residential or nursing care, it is very important that you speak to your doctor about this, and get the proper help. There are many things which can be done to help you stay in your own home. This might include getting someone to come and help you with certain tasks, or using something like telecare. Moving into residential or nursing care is not always the best option.
If you do feel that Residential Care might be a good option for you, there is more information about how to get an assessment, and what help may be available to pay for it here.
You can search for care home vacancies in Hampshire here.