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Warm Melody Retreat
52 Buxton Road, Thornton Heath, CR7 7HG — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How Warm Melody Retreat was rated
Rating published 14/08/2025. Read the full inspection report.
- 4 bedsRegistered capacity
- CroydonCouncil for care funding
- 020 7018 6700Care home's own number
- RRC (GB) LtdOperator
- 11th July 2018Registered since
- RRC (GB) LtdRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at Warm Melody Retreat
Warm Melody Retreat is a Care Home in Thornton Heath, offering Residential, Sensory Impairment, Mental Health, Substance Misuse and Physical Disability care.
Warm Melody Retreat was registered with the Care Quality Commission in July 2018. It is run by RRC (GB) Ltd, a company registered at Companies House (number 08252801). RRC (GB) Ltd runs 2 care homes in England registered with CQC.
CQC registers the home to care for younger adults, people with physical disabilities, people with sensory impairments, people with mental health conditions and people recovering from drug or alcohol misuse.
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Considering Warm Melody Retreat? See how live-in care compares
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has Warm Melody Retreat been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated Warm Melody Retreat "Requires improvement" overall, in its most recent report, published August 2025.
What types of care does Warm Melody Retreat provide?
Warm Melody Retreat provides Residential, Sensory Impairment, Mental Health, Substance Misuse and Physical Disability care.
How many beds does Warm Melody Retreat have?
Warm Melody Retreat is registered for 4 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs Warm Melody Retreat?
Warm Melody Retreat is run by RRC (GB) Ltd, a company registered at Companies House (number 08252801). The provider runs 2 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission.
When was Warm Melody Retreat registered with CQC?
Warm Melody Retreat has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since July 2018. Its provider, RRC (GB) Ltd, has held CQC registration since December 2013.
Who does Warm Melody Retreat care for?
CQC registers Warm Melody Retreat to care for younger adults, people with physical disabilities, people with sensory impairments, people with mental health conditions and people recovering from drug or alcohol misuse.
Does Warm Melody Retreat provide nursing care?
No. Warm Melody Retreat 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 Warm Melody Retreat?
Warm Melody Retreat is in the Croydon council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to Warm Melody Retreat?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Thornton Heath, 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.