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Forster House
41 Forster Street, Smethwick, B67 7LX — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How Forster House was rated
Rating published 27/08/2024. Read the full inspection report.
- 5 bedsRegistered capacity
- SandwellCouncil for care funding
- 07897 579892Care home's own number
- Hickam Healthcare LtdOperator
- 7th September 2022Registered since
- Hickam Healthcare LtdRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at Forster House
Forster House is a Care Home in Smethwick, offering Residential and Learning Disability care.
Forster House was registered with the Care Quality Commission in September 2022. It is run by Hickam Healthcare Ltd, a company registered at Companies House (number 11188750). Hickam Healthcare Ltd runs 2 care homes in England registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for older people, younger adults and 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 Forster House been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated Forster House "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published August 2024.
What types of care does Forster House provide?
Forster House provides Residential and Learning Disability care.
How many beds does Forster House have?
Forster House is registered for 5 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs Forster House?
Forster House is run by Hickam Healthcare Ltd, a company registered at Companies House (number 11188750). The provider runs 2 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was Forster House registered with CQC?
Forster House has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since September 2022. Its provider, Hickam Healthcare Ltd, has held CQC registration since November 2018.
Who does Forster House care for?
CQC registers Forster House to care for older people, younger adults and people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does Forster House provide nursing care?
No. Forster House 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 Forster House?
Forster House is in the Sandwell council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to Forster House?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Smethwick, 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.