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Ferndale
131 Whitstone Road, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5PS — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How Ferndale was rated
Rating published 09/02/2024. Read the full inspection report.
- 3 bedsRegistered capacity
- SomersetCouncil for care funding
- 01749 345885Care home's own number
- Orchard Vale Trust LimitedOperator
- 4th February 2011Registered since
- Orchard Vale Trust LimitedRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at Ferndale
Ferndale is a Care Home in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, offering Residential and Learning Disability care.
Ferndale was registered with the Care Quality Commission in February 2011. It is run by Orchard Vale Trust Limited, a registered charity (charity number 326940). Orchard Vale Trust Limited runs 4 care homes in England registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for people with learning disabilities or autism.
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Support and specialisms
Support for
Disability support
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has Ferndale been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated Ferndale "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published February 2024.
What types of care does Ferndale provide?
Ferndale provides Residential and Learning Disability care.
How many beds does Ferndale have?
Ferndale is registered for 3 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs Ferndale?
Ferndale is run by Orchard Vale Trust Limited, a registered charity (charity number 326940). The provider runs 4 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was Ferndale registered with CQC?
Ferndale has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since February 2011. Its provider, Orchard Vale Trust Limited, has held CQC registration since October 2010.
Who does Ferndale care for?
CQC registers Ferndale to care for people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does Ferndale provide nursing care?
No. Ferndale is registered as a care home without nursing. Its staff give personal care, and residents who need nursing are usually visited by NHS community or district nurses.
Which council covers Ferndale?
Ferndale is in the Somerset council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to Ferndale?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Shepton Mallet, so nobody has to move. It is often the clearer choice for a couple, since one carer can support both under a single weekly fee.