If they cannot be cared for fully at home then investigate the possibilities available that would support them better and use GP and other professionals to help make decision

FAQs Archive - Page 3 of 9 - Your Choice Barnet

Q: How many visitors may I have at any one time?

We try to ensure that our residents can enjoy visits from one or more family or friends at a time, dependent upon the reason for a visit, but request it be borne in mind that too many visitors at one time may prove overwhelming for that specific resident, or other residents in our homes.

Q: What Does A Nursing Care Plan For Dementia Involve?

We do not provide Nursing Care and this information would best be provided by a specialist Nursing Home.

Q: How will Your Choice Barnet support me with residential care?

From the initial enquiry when you will be invited to visit our home and have a detailed consultation with our Family Liaison Manager or another senior manager who will gather detailed information on the care needs, through to the assessment and final admission, Your Choice Barnet provides the support needed to make the decision on residential care. You will be given information on funding of care, and helped through the process with answers to any questions you may have. Once admitted our homes provide well-trained staff to look after all residents with care, diligence and empathy.

Q: Are residents able to bring pets with them?

We welcome pets, but this is at the discretion of the manager, and very much dependent upon needs/preferences of other residents, some of whom may be allergic to cats/dogs.

Q: Can I keep my own doctor?

We have one GP surgery assigned to take care of the residents in our homes, but in special circumstances it may be possible to keep the current GP, dependent on location, and that GP's own practice protocols.

Q: Is the environment friendly and inviting?

The environment in our homes is one of community inclusion and we welcome family and friends to become part of our community as much as they can.

Q: Are members of staff appropriately trained?

Staff receive a wide range of training to ensure they are capable of looking after people with a wide range of needs, including Dementia Care, Moving & Handling, Medication, Infection Prevention and Control, Safeguarding, The Mental Capacity Act & DOLs. Training courses also include: GDPR, Equality & Inclusion, Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking, amongst others.