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The Laurel
23 Park Lane, Swindon, SN1 5EL — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How The Laurel was rated
Rating published 08/09/2018. Read the full inspection report.
- 6 bedsRegistered capacity
- SwindonCouncil for care funding
- 01793 496458Care home's own number
- Optimal Living LtdOperator
- 4th February 2011Registered since
- Optimal Living LtdRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at The Laurel
The Laurel is a Care Home in Swindon, offering Residential, Sensory Impairment, Learning Disability and Physical Disability care.
The Laurel was registered with the Care Quality Commission in February 2011. It is run by Optimal Living Ltd, a company registered at Companies House (number 01471926). Optimal Living Ltd runs 3 care homes in England registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for older people, younger adults, people with physical disabilities, people with sensory impairments and people with learning disabilities or autism. Alongside accommodation, its registered activities include personal care in the community.
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Support and specialisms
Support for
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has The Laurel been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated The Laurel "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published September 2018.
What types of care does The Laurel provide?
The Laurel provides Residential, Sensory Impairment, Learning Disability and Physical Disability care.
How many beds does The Laurel have?
The Laurel is registered for 6 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs The Laurel?
The Laurel is run by Optimal Living Ltd, a company registered at Companies House (number 01471926). The provider runs 3 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was The Laurel registered with CQC?
The Laurel has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since February 2011. Its provider, Optimal Living Ltd, has held CQC registration since October 2010.
Who does The Laurel care for?
CQC registers The Laurel to care for older people, younger adults, people with physical disabilities, people with sensory impairments and people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does The Laurel provide nursing care?
No. The Laurel 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 The Laurel?
The Laurel is in the Swindon council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to The Laurel?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Swindon, 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.