12 Hornsey Lane
Highgate
London
N6 5LX
| Care Type | Care Home |
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| Care Category | Residential | Nursing | Respite |
| Availability | Yes |
| Weekly Prices From | £1,450.00 |
| Regulator's Rating | Good |
Octavian Stanciu is Manager at The Highgate Care Home.
I worked in the healthcare sector since January 2015 after completing my university degree in nursing having various roles. As a Registered Nurse and Home Manager, I am committed to delivering the very highest standard of care to all my residents, alongside my highly qualified team at The Highgate.
In 2020 I completed my Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management. I am looking forward to the opportunity of meeting new people in an environment which is familiar to me, and to make a positive impact and difference to those residents, staff and relatives who I come in contact with.
We welcome adults from the age of 18 for a wide range of high-quality nursing care. This includes those living with physical disabilities and people in need of rehabilitation.
The older part of The Highgate still has period features like high ceilings and elegant fireplaces. Whether you’re there or in the newer wings, you’ll find that we’re small enough for a cosy atmosphere, while also being big enough to make lots of new friends.
A former convent, the home still retains its period decorations and has been expertly converted in to a safe, secure home fit for purpose. Everyone has comforts and conveniences, such as en-suite rooms.
| Care Options | We Can Provide |
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| Support For | Companionship, Convalescence, Palliative, Personal care, Rehabilitation. |
| Disability Support | Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Walking Frame. |
| Medication | By Mouth, Change Catheter, Injection. |
| Nursing Specialisms | Parkinson's Disease. |
| Respite Care | Yes |
Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.
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The Highgate is working within the government guidelines to help protect its staff and clients. |
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Independent Assessments | We have been independently assessed in our approach to infection control. |
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Infection Control Training | Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections. |
| Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) - Regulator’s Assessment | ||
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| In response to the coronavirus pandemic, regulators have assessed the preparedness of care providers in relation to infection prevention and control. Details of the regulator’s latest findings can be found below. | ||
| Regulator: CQC | ||
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Use of PPE | The provider assured the regulator that it was using personal protective equipment effectively and safely. |
| View the provider’s latest Inspection Reports. | ||
| Connectivity for resident testing, monitoring & communications |
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Infection control and the safety of both residents and staff often requires quarantine measures and the isolation of care home residents. To test, monitor and allow residents to communicate with relatives, the prevalence of room-level connectivity within the home is becoming increasingly relevant. Wireless Internet access (WiFi) The Care Organisation has not indicated availability Mobile Phone Network Coverage (mobile “signal”) The Care Organisation has not indicated availability Telephone for external calling The Care Organisation has not indicated availability Family Portal Yes, our care home has provides families with a family portal. Find out more about Family Portals. |
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| Minimum Age |
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| 18 |
| LGBTQ Welcome |
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| Yes |
| Our Building and Facilities |
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The older part of The Highgate still has period features like high ceilings and elegant fireplaces. Whether you’re there or in the newer wings, you’ll find that we’re small enough for a cosy atmosphere, while also being big enough to make lots of new friends. Whether it's sitting under the shade of the spreading fir tree, going for a stroll or enjoying a drink in the sunshine. There are many ways to enjoy what our garden has to offer. |
| Is Our Home Purpose Built |
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| No |
| How Many Floors We Have |
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| 2 |
| Who Owns Our Building |
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| Private |
| Communal Rooms |
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| Conservatory, Dining Rooms, Library, Sitting Rooms. |
| What Else Do We Provide |
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| Assisted Bathroom, Beauty Salon, Chiropodist, Dentist, GP, Hairdressers, Library, Minibus, Optician, Physiotherapy. |
| Our Garden |
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| Communal Garden, Communal Patio, Private Garden(s), Seating, Secure Garden, Wheelchair Friendly Access. |
| How 'Smart' Are We? |
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| Reduce Plastic Use. |
| Brochures |
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| HGH_The Highgate.pdf |
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| Description |
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All rooms en-suite, two rooms ideal for couples |
| About Our Rooms | |
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| Number Of Rooms | 55 |
| Number Of Ensuite Rooms | 55 |
| We offer these types of ensuite rooms: WC and Basin. | |
| Type Of Room |
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| Shared Room, Single Room. |
| Room Features |
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| Balcony, Furnished, Garden View, Step Free Access. |
| Room Facilities |
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| Balconet, Balcony, Catch up TV, Freeview TV, Internet Access, Sky/Cable TV, Telephone Point, Wifi. |
| Weekly Fees Start From | Fee |
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| Residential Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,450.00 |
| Nursing Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,600.00 |
| Respite Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,595.00 |
| Funding Types | |
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| Local Authority | Islington |
| Region | London |
| We Accept Self-Funding Clients | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority Funding | Yes |
| We Accept NHS Continuing Healthcare | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority funding with a Third Party Top-Up | Yes |
Choice Dining is a food-focused accreditation designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare the dining experience within different care settings.
To be awarded the Choice Dining badge, a care home will have committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences with a strong focus on preference, individuality, hygiene and the environment. You can explore the specifics of all participating homes in the tab below to learn more about the food on offer, how it is served and presented and what they’re doing to cater for your personal taste. Find out more about Choice Dining.
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The preparation, nutritional value and presentation of food.
Attractive drinks and adaptive cups/glasses are available and accessible where needed.
Individual dietary needs are person centred.
Our menu is balanced.
Snacks are provided for residents that require texture-modified food.
Sweet and savoury foods are provided between meals (this does not just include cakes and biscuits).
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Room Service
A critical component for good health.

Hand hygiene for both residents and staff.
We are following best practice including NICE guidelines as a standard.
We are conducting internal and/or 3rd party food safety audits.
We have allergen management policies in place.
A freedom to eat the food you want, when you want it.
Families are invited for meals [Covid permitting].
Residents dining in their own room have the same food options as elsewhere.
Residents dining in their own room have their food presented to same standard as elsewhere.
Residents have access to Dining Room.
Staff sit with the residents they support when they dine.
Residents can order food not on the menu, or have access to an ‘evergreen menu’.
More than one option is available at mealtimes for all residents, including those with special and theraputic diets.
The best interest choices are made for residents unable to make their own choices.
Understanding the wants and requirements of every individual be it cultural, religious or dietary.
Vegetarian food can be served.
We can support people with Diabetes.
Delivering a respectful and quality service.
Residents are given appropriate and dignified crockery / glassware and cutlery.
Tables are well laid.
Staff understand and pre-empt potential meal-time behaviours which can impact nutritional intake.
Staff always use appropriate and dignified language (e.g. it is an ‘apron’ not a ‘bib’).
We promote an inclusive dining experience.
There are no unnecessary disruptions during mealtimes.
Being environmentally and socially responsible and thoughtful.
We correctly dispose of our waste.
We have a waste management system.
We monitor our food waste.
Our energy usage is well maintained.
We are actively reducing food mileage.
| Activities Are So Important |
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Whether its sitting under the shade of the spreading fir tree, going for a stroll or enjoying a drink in the sunshine. There are many ways to enjoy what our garden has to offer. Residents can get daily physio, gentle exercises, art, music, and beauty therapy to keep the mind and body healthy. With poetry sessions, film shows, cookery classes, sherry afternoons, flower-arranging, and musical entertainment, there is plenty for the residents. |
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| Activities At Home |
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| 1 to 1 Activities, Bingo, Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Cooking, Crafts, Crosswords, Excursions, Flower Arranging, Knitting / Embroidery, Music Entertainment, Painting, Quiz Games, Reminiscence, Singing, Visiting Entertainment, Word Games. |
| Activities Outside Our Home |
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| Local Tourist Attractions, Park. |
12 Hornsey Lane
Highgate
London
N6 5LX
| Current Ratings | |
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| Overall | Good |
| Safe | Good |
| Well Led | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Inspection Reports | |
| Assessment Date | 31st January 2024 |
| Published Date | 20th June 2024 |
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| Historic Reports |
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| Registration Date | 21st March 2011 |
| Service Provider | Bupa Care Homes (GL) Limited, LS5 3BF |
| Transport |
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| Bus Stop nearby, Car Park, Train Station nearby. |
| Places of Worship |
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| Anglican Church, Catholic Church. |
| Nearby Services |
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| Church, Hospital, Park, Post Office, Pub, Restaurant, Shops. |
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