Frequently asked questions
about Cedar House Rothley

We have a full seven-day-a-week programme of activities. Here’s a list of the sorts of things we do.

We have a residents’ meeting once a month when everyone has a chance to air their views. Since Cedar House is your home, you have every right to say what you think about how we manage it.

Please contact us to enquire.

Cedar House is a privately owned care home. It’s not part of a group. The owner is fully involved in the day-to-day management. His door is always open to residents and their relatives.

Is there a written contract for Cedar House?

Yes, everything is in black and white. You know exactly where you stand.

Yes, we ask all residents to pay their fees each month in advance.

Almost everything you need is included in the price. The only extra things are additional services such as chiropody and hairdressing. Talk to the manager if there’s anything you’re not sure about.

Yes, as long as you keep your room at Cedar House, you will have to pay the full fees, even when you’re not there.

All we ask is that you give us one full month’s notice.

‘Prices start at £925 per week for a room with en-suite toilet and basin and go up to £1,125 for a newer room with shower. We also have a large room (43) upstairs at the cost of £1,200 and another room (41) upstairs with a kitchenette priced at £1,250.’

There are no visiting hours. Your friends and relations are welcome to visit any time. No need for appointments; they can turn up unannounced. We do, however, ask visitors if they can avoid mealtimes because that’s when we’re at our busiest.

Yes, your visitors can stay for a meal or overnight – but they will have to pay.

Yes, we run an around-the-clock laundry service. There’s no charge; it’s all part of the service.

Yes, of course, you can. We welcome all religions at Cedar House. Depending on how active you are, we can arrange for services to come to Cedar House or for you to attend services elsewhere.

We make sure that each resident has at least two baths or showers a week. If you prefer to bathe more frequently, just let us know.

We prepare food fresh every day. For lunch, you have a choice of two meals (1 hot, 1 cold in summer; 2 hot in winter). For tea, there is a selection of sandwiches, puddings, homemade soup, plus extra options.

The residents have breakfast in their room; lunch is at 12.30 pm, tea is at 5.00 pm, although there is some room for flexibility.

If you prefer, we can serve your meals in your room.

Yes, we cater for special diets. Please talk to us, and we will see what we can do.

Can I make my own hot drinks or snacks if I’m feeling thirsty or peckish?

Yes, they do. We make appointments as needed.

Yes, for the most part, the floors are level with a few ramps. There is also a lift to the first floor.

Of course, you can. We’re an open book at Cedar House. You can drop in any time to see how we live. We encourage residents to get a feel for their room and the entire home before deciding.

Yes, if there’s a suitable room free, you can change whenever you like.

Yes, you can make yourself as comfortable as you like.

There are TV and telephone points. For the phone, you’ll have to organise your landline with BT. There’s also Wi-Fi in the building. To find out more, speak to the manager.

Yes, we do. There’s a charge for chiropody. NHS provide the physiotherapy free if they feel it is required… if it is private or the residents request it then there may be a charge.

Yes, we have an emergency bell/ chord in every single room. It’s very easy to operate.

Yes, we do. Every resident has their own care plan.

Yes, we do. Every resident has their own care plan.

Yes, we do – but only in the early stages. As dementia progresses, people need specific care services that we can’t provide.

We’re in a beautiful semi-rural village. It’s quiet yet friendly, and there are lots to do nearby.