Retirement living
Community Support Services
Retirement living in Oakham, Rutland
Community Support Services
Retirement living in Oakham, Rutland
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
Community Support Services is a supported living development in Oakham, Rutland, in the East Midlands. It provides independent living accommodation for older people who value a supportive community environment alongside their own space and autonomy.
The development is operated by Community Support Services and offers residents the option to live independently whilst having access to on-site support as needed.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 28 May 2019 · Last inspected 29 March 2019
Inspectors found that staff gave kind, caring support that encouraged people to lead full lives, with independence built into care planning. People were involved in decisions about their care and in their local community, and the service worked well with health professionals and families. The atmosphere was described as open and supportive, and the registered manager kept strong oversight of the service.
- Staff were described as kind and caring, and as enthusiastic about helping people live fulfilling lives.
- Care plans reflected people's preferences, culture, religion and health needs, and promoted independence.
- People took part in risk assessments and in recruiting staff, including sitting on interview panels, and staff were trained to recognise and report abuse.
- Leaders and staff were described as friendly and approachable, and regular quality monitoring supported continuous improvement.
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
Care provided
Specialist care
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Ambulance station about 700 m away
- Fire station about 150 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpaceAmple
- Golf CourseLimited
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAdequate
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysAdequate
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £896 |
| 2025 | £860 |
Local health safety net
Community Support Services is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Leicester Royal Infirmary, 17.5 miles away. The local GP practice is OAKHAM MEDICAL PRACTICE, 0.6 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
The real 10-year cost of a retirement flat
The purchase price is only part of the picture. Service charges and an event (deferred-management) fee on resale add up — and retirement flats often don’t rise in value like ordinary homes. Adjust the figures below to see an illustrative total for Community Support Services.
≈ £8,500/year · £163/week
Illustrative only — a transparent model, not a quote, valuation or prediction. Event fees, service charges and resale values vary by scheme and contract; confirm the actual figures and full lease terms with the operator before deciding.
Community & connection in Oakham
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Rutland U3a
The Advancement of Education and in particular the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and…
Age Concern Uppingham and District
FUND RAISINGPROVIDING OUTINGS FOR THE ALDERLYProviding a Xmas Party
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