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Cedar Mews
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CQC record
Inspection is over two years old
Aggregated public feedback
One public review mentions occasional staff shortages on dementia floor
Why it may still merit consideration: Good CQC rating and Positive themes outweigh watchouts.
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Decision summary
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Provider-record questions
Dated provider records, limitations and questions shown alongside staffing, inspection and review evidence.
Visit plan
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Based on official and public evidence across 9 sections. Live fees, vacancies and anything only observable on a visit still need direct confirmation.
Evidence in favour
- Good CQC rating
- Positive themes outweigh watchouts
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- Dementia support
Evidence to question
- Inspection is over two years old
- One public review mentions occasional staff shortages on dementia floor
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- Provider record not yet confirmed
Questions to verify directly
- Whether the latest public records still match day-to-day care
- How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
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- How consistent staffing feels in person from shift to shift
Key facts in one place
Built from public and published information. Live fees, funding acceptance and vacancies can change, so confirm those directly with the home.
CQC now
Rated Good · Latest CQC report Nov 2023
Official CQC record
Fees now
£7,175 - £7,218 / month (estimate)
Published weekly fee data · monthly figure estimated
Funding accepted
Currently shown as accepting local authority-funded and NHS Continuing Healthcare residents.
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Public location data
Vacancies now
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Provider records
Provider record not yet confirmed
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More facility details
- Registered provider
- Birstall Care Services Limited
- Provider group
- BRAND Berkley Care Group
- Local authority
- Leicestershire
- Purpose built
- Yes
- Ensuite rooms
- 100%
- Floors
- 3
- Opened
- 2017
- Vacancy information checked
- Nov 2025
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Safety & Quality
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Cedar Mews CQC Rating & Inspection History
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Care & Medical
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Care Capabilities
Service Types
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Specialisms
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Care Fit at a Glance
RightCareHome analysis Care fitHow well this home matches common care needs — based on registration data and services offered.
Likely a good fit if you need
- Dementia support
- Secure garden/area
- Palliative or end-of-life support
Important questions before deciding
- 1How do you support residents who wander or become distressed?
- 2How do you tailor care plans in the first 2 weeks after move-in?
- 3How often are families updated, and who is the main contact?
Staffing
RightCareHome analysis Staffing evidenceWhat public sources tell us about staffing levels and employee experience.
Medication Support
Costs & Funding
Cedar Mews: Weekly Fees & Funding Options
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Costs & Funding
Estimated fees and funding options based on registration records and regional benchmarks.
Typical monthly cost (estimate)
≈ £7,175 - £7,218 per month
£1,650 - £1,660 per week
Estimate based on 52 weeks / 12 months.
You may pay less if council or NHS-funded care applies.
How care at this home can be funded
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Family Reviews
Cedar Mews Care Home Reviews — What Families Say
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Questions this page cannot settle on its own
- Whether the inspection picture still reflects day-to-day reality
- How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
- How quickly call bells are answered in practice
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About this care homeProvider description, registration background and accreditations.
Background context
Home profile
Provider and registration context for Cedar Mews, useful once you have already reviewed the main decision sections above.
Part of the Berkley Care Group, Cedar Mews is located on the outskirts of the quaint village of Birstall in Leicestershire and provides residential, respite and dementia care. With excellent road links via the M1, friends and family can visit regularly with ease and enjoy the host of amenities on offer. Facilities include spacious ensuite bedrooms, a welcoming cafe, hair salon, luxury dining room and landscaped gardens. Cedar Mews offers personalised care plans, a fine dining experience tailored to individual preferences and a busy social calendar for all residents to enjoy.
Description source: Official registration profile
Location & Practical
Will regular visits and day-to-day logistics be practical?
Travel time, nearby GP services, and neighbourhood safety — so the whole family can visit comfortably.
Practical Information
Visitor Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
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Location & Neighbourhood
RightCareHome analysis NeighbourhoodCedar Mews Care Home, 67 Hallam Fields Road, Birstall, Leicester, LE4 3LX
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Neighbourhood
Nearest green space
0.5km away
Transport access
5/10
Local amenities
9/10
Daily Life
Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?
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Activities & Social Life
RightCareHome analysis Daily-life evidenceSocial life, outings, and engagement programmes based on available information.
7 activities listed
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Dining & Nutrition
5 dining services listed
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Dining Services
Facilities & Features
2 feature groups available
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Safety & Security
Lifestyle & Amenities
Next Steps
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Questions to Ask When Visiting Cedar Mews
Use this care home visit checklist at Cedar Mews to turn the public signals on this page into practical in-person checks before you decide.
What to test on your visit to Cedar Mews
- 1Have there been any recent changes in core care staff or management?
- 2What has changed since the last inspection, and what would look different if the home were inspected again now?
- 3How do you support residents who wander or become distressed in practice?
- 4What new opportunities are there for families to join in activities or meetings?
Short care home visit checklist
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Is the latest inspection report visible in reception?
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How are families updated when needs change?
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