Home of Comfort Nursing Home
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17 Victoria Grove
Southsea
Hampshire
PO5 1NF
| Care Type | Care Home |
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| Care Category | Nursing | Respite |
| Availability | Yes |
| Weekly Prices From | £894.00 |
| Regulator's Rating | Good |
Meet The Manager
Deepa Anil is Care Home Manager at Home of Comfort Nursing Home.
The Home of Comfort Nursing Home, a non-profit and registered charity, was originally founded in 1896 by Mother Emma, the Head Deaconess of the Winchester Diocese. What began as a humble home for 12 residents has grown into a haven offering exceptional care to 29 older people with nursing needs, both long-term and palliative. We also provide respite care when space is available.
Nestled in a tranquil area of Southsea, Portsmouth, our Home is conveniently located near local shops and amenities, and just a short walk from the picturesque sea front. This ideal location allows our residents to enjoy the best of both worlds - a peaceful environment and easy access to the vibrant community.
At The Home of Comfort Nursing Home, we take immense pride in providing the highest quality care to all of our residents. Our dedicated staff, including skilled nursing professionals, are on duty around the clock to ensure a secure, open, and friendly atmosphere where the welfare and happiness of our residents are of paramount importance.
| Care Options | We Can Provide |
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| Support For | Companionship, Palliative, Personal care. |
| Disability Support | Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Walking Frame. |
| Medication | By Mouth, Change Catheter, Injection, Suppository. |
| 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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We are working within the government guidelines to help protect our 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. | ||
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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 Yes, our care home provides a telephone in all our resident’s rooms. |
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We are on Facebook| Minimum Age |
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| Our Building and Facilities |
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The House of Comfort is a charming 29-bedroom home set amidst beautiful gardens, catering to residents of various ages. Our tastefully decorated single bedrooms are equipped with profiling beds and pressure-relieving mattresses to ensure maximum comfort and support. Each room features a nurse call system, and residents are encouraged to personalize their space with cherished photographs, artwork, ornaments, and small furniture items. For added convenience, residents may opt to have their own telephone line installed. The House of Comfort boasts a tranquil, sun-filled conservatory that offers stunning views of the garden - a perfect spot for relaxation and reflection. Our vibrant dining room serves as a hub for communal activities, fostering a sense of togetherness and belonging. For more intimate gatherings and private parties, we also have a cozy, quiet lounge available. |
| Is Our Home Purpose Built |
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| No |
| Who Owns Our Building |
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| Private |
| Communal Rooms |
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| Dining Rooms, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges. |
| What Else Do We Provide |
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| Assisted Bathroom, Hairdressers, Lift. |
| Our Garden |
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| Communal Garden, Communal Patio, Private Garden(s), Seating, Secure Garden, Wheelchair Friendly Access. |
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The House of Comfort is a charming 29-bedroom home set amidst beautiful gardens, catering to residents of various ages. Our tastefully decorated single bedrooms are equipped with profiling beds and pressure-relieving mattresses to ensure maximum comfort and support. Each room features a nurse call system, and residents are encouraged to personalize their space with cherished photographs, artwork, ornaments, and small furniture items. For added convenience, residents may opt to have their own telephone line installed. |
| About Our Rooms | |
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| Number Of Rooms | 29 |
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| Single Room. |
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| Furnished, Garden View, Step Free Access. |
| Room Facilities |
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| Telephone Point. |
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| Weekly Fees Start From | Fee |
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| Residential Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,040.00 |
| Nursing Fees From / Price Per Week | £894.00 |
| Funding Types | |
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| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Region | South East |
| 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.
Meals reflect the nutritional needs of the residents.
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).
A critical component for good health.
5 Star Rated by UK Food Standards. Hand hygiene for both residents and staff.
We are following best practice including NICE guidelines as a standard.
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.
Residents have access to a flexible meal service beyond defined times.
More than one option is available at mealtimes for all residents, including those with special and theraputic diets.
Residents with dementia are shown food or visual menus to help them decide.
There is a weekly menu.
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.
Halal food can be served.
Kosher food can be served.
Gluten-free food can be served.
Vegan food can be served.
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.
Staff are hospitality trained to present / serve meals.
Tables are well laid.
We have food theme days/nights.
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’).
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.
We use locally sourced and locally grown or reared food.
Our energy usage is well maintained.
We are actively reducing food mileage.
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We encourage all of our residents to participate in our diverse program of activities, designed to enrich their daily lives and foster a sense of community. From the moment they move in, we want our residents to consider this their home. We also extend a warm welcome to visitors and, for a small charge, can arrange meals and accommodation for those who wish to spend more time with their loved ones. |
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The Go Green badge is designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare a care home’s sustainability and green practices.
The below statements are changes that the care provider has acknowledged they have implemented towards a more sustainable future.
The operation, maintenance, and repair of a property
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Do you use LED light bulbs? | Yes |
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Are your windows double glazed? | Yes |
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Is your boiler less than 15 years old? | Yes |
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Do you use eco-friendly cleaning products? | Yes |
The sourcing of goods and the landfill/recycling journey
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Do you monitor your waste? | Yes |
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Do you train your team on recycling practices? | Yes |
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Do you have systems for recycling throughout the home? | Yes |
Energy reduction and renewable energy usage
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Do you measure your energy consumption? | Yes |
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Is your boiler less than 15 years old? | Yes |
Using digital rather than paper based processes
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Do you use digital payslips? | Yes |
17 Victoria Grove
Southsea
Hampshire
PO5 1NF
Regulator: CQC
| Current Ratings | |
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| Overall | Good |
| Safe | Good |
| Well Led | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Inspection Reports | |
| Last inspected | 18th December 2019 |
| Last rated | 8th February 2020 |
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| Registration Date | 4th January 2019 |
| Service Provider | Home of Comfort, PO5 1NF |
Home of Comfort Nursing Home Care Home - Care Quality Commission (cqc.org.uk)
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