Oaklands Care Home, Weston Super Mare
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Good |
About Oaklands Care Home
Oaklands Care Home is a residential care home and was providing personal and nursing care to 10 younger adults who have mental health problems at the time of the inspection. The service can support up to 10 people.Oaklands Care Home is a former domestic property laid out across three floors. The ground floor accommodates the dining room, staff kitchen, service user’s kitchen and lounge, the nurse’s station is adjacent to the lounge.
What residents and families say
People told us they were supported by staff who were kind and caring.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Oaklands Care Home
Oaklands Care Home, a care home with nursing in Weston Super Mare, North Somerset, welcomes residents who need nursing support and day-to-day personal care in a homely setting. The home is operated by Friend4Friend Limited and can accommodate up to 10 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 22/02/2020, the Care Quality Commission rated Oaklands Care Home as Good. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including caring for adults under 65 yrs and mental health conditions. The service supports mental health, younger adults. Regulated activities at the home include accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care and treatment of disease, disorder or injury. The BS23 postcode area has 59 registered care homes with a combined 1346 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.
Oaklands Care Home is one of the care homes in North Somerset — a local authority with 95 CQC-registered homes, 88 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Oaklands Care Home
- View Oaklands Care Home on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near BS23 1DP
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a nursing care home, it helps to see the clinical environment in action alongside the day-to-day living spaces. A good visit should leave you feeling reassured about both the medical and emotional care on offer.
- 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 about the nurse-to-resident ratio, especially during nights and weekends.
- Check whether the home can manage any specific medical conditions or equipment needs.
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 Oaklands Care Home's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
- 2 How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
- 3 Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
- 4 What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected Oaklands Care Home on 22/02/2020 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
- - Whether nurses are on-site 24 hours and their qualifications
- - How the home manages medication and medical emergencies
- - Staff-to-resident ratios, especially overnight
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 medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
Oaklands Care Home has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with caring for adults under 65 yrs and mental health conditions. In the most recent CQC inspection on 22/02/2020, the home was rated Good for Safe care — a category that covers clinical training, medication management, and infection control. Ask the nursing team directly about any specific medical conditions during your visit.
How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
CQC inspectors rated Oaklands Care Home as Good for Safe care on 22/02/2020. The Safe domain covers emergency protocols, staffing ratios, and risk management. Ask the home about nurse-to-resident ratios specifically during night and weekend shifts, when response times are most critical.
Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
Residents at Oaklands Care Home typically remain registered with a local GP who can visit the home for routine and urgent appointments. As a nursing care home, on-site nurses handle day-to-day clinical care. Ask the home which GP surgery they work with and how specialist referrals are managed.
What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
CQC inspectors rated Oaklands Care Home as Good for Caring on 22/02/2020. This domain specifically assesses how staff treat residents with compassion and dignity, including during palliative and end-of-life care. Ask the nursing team about their approach to pain management and whether they work with a local hospice or palliative care team.
What is the CQC rating for Oaklands Care Home?
Oaklands Care Home in Weston Super Mare is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 22/02/2020. The home has 10 beds.
How many beds does Oaklands Care Home have?
Oaklands Care Home has 10 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Weston Super Mare.
Location
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