CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street, Rickmansworth
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Requires improvement |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Good |
About CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street
Care Tech Community Services Limited 196 High Street is a residential care home providing personal and care for 12 people. The service supports people with learning disabilities and autistic people. We carried out this inspection to check the provider had rectified shortfalls we identified at our previous inspection in September 2023. The inspection was carried out between 18 March to 11 April 2025. We carried out a comprehensive assessment.
What residents and families say
People told us they were happy living at the home, one person told us the staff were nice.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street
CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street, a residential care home in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, welcomes residents who need day-to-day personal care in a homely setting. The home is operated by CareTech Community Services Limited and can accommodate up to 12 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 03/07/2025, the Care Quality Commission rated CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street as Good. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Effective, Caring, Responsive, Well-led; Requires Improvement for Safe. The home caters to a range of care needs, including caring for adults under 65 yrs and learning disabilities. The service supports learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder, younger adults. The WD3 postcode area has 13 registered care homes with a combined 556 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.
Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.
Also known as: Hunters Lodge
CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street is one of the care homes in Hertfordshire — a local authority with 259 CQC-registered homes, 175 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a residential care home, pay attention to the atmosphere as much as the facilities. The best homes feel warm, unhurried, and genuinely caring — like a place where your loved one could feel at home.
- Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
- Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
- Ask how the home supports residents who may need nursing care in the future.
- Look at the communal spaces — do they feel welcoming, clean, and well-used?
Questions to Ask When Visiting
It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
- 2 How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
- 3 Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
- 4 What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street on 03/07/2025 and rated it Good. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Read the full CQC reportWhat families typically look for
- - How friendly and attentive the care staff are day-to-day
- - What activities and social events are available for residents
- - How the home handles changing care needs over time
These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
CQC rated CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street as Good for Responsive care on 03/07/2025, which includes how the home adapts to residents' changing needs. Ask what the home's protocol is when a resident needs a higher level of nursing care — whether they support a managed transition or have partnerships with local nursing homes.
How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
CQC rated CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street as Good for Caring on 03/07/2025. This domain covers how staff support residents' emotional wellbeing, social connection, and sense of purpose. During your visit, ask to see the activities timetable and speak with current residents or their families about daily life.
Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
Most residential care homes encourage residents to bring personal furniture and belongings to make their room feel like home. When visiting CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street, ask about room sizes, any restrictions on furniture, and whether residents can hang pictures and decorate their space as they wish. A personalised room can make a significant difference to a resident's sense of comfort and identity.
What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
With 12 residents and care tailored to caring for adults under 65 yrs, daily routines at CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street will be shaped around individual needs. During your visit, observe the lunchtime atmosphere, ask about morning routines and whether residents have flexibility around wake-up times and meal choices, and check what a typical afternoon looks like.
What is the CQC rating for CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street?
CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street in Rickmansworth is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 03/07/2025. The home has 12 beds.
How many beds does CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street have?
CareTech Community Services Limited - 196 High Street has 12 beds and operates as a residential care home in Rickmansworth.
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