The Orchard

The Orchard is a residential care home in Monmouth, in the Herefordshire, County of council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 16 residents. It provides care for people living with dementia, older people, younger adults, people with mental health needs, people with a physical disability and people with a sensory impairment. It is run by Milkwood Care, which operates 8 care homes in England. The home has been registered since October 2016.

At its latest inspection, published February 2020, the CQC rated The Orchard Good, which means the CQC found the service performing well and meeting its expectations. Ratings can change after a new inspection, so check the CQC report before you visit.

The Orchard has not published its fees and we are still collecting figures for Herefordshire, County of. Across England residential care usually costs £900 to £1,400 a week and nursing care £1,200 to £1,900. Ask the home for a written quote that lists what is included.

There are 86 registered care homes in Herefordshire, County of. The nearest to The Orchard include Ganarew House Care Home, Whitchurch House and The Elms. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.