Abilities Short Breaks - Preston Road
Residential care home · Harrow
340 Preston Road, Wembley, Harrow, HA3 0QH
Run by Abilities Development Ltd
- GoodCQC · Jul 2019
- 8.0Our score
- Beds3
- Type of careResidential
- Phone020 3411 2330
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 2 July 2019
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Abilities Short Breaks - Preston Road
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-2242601305
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Abilities Short Breaks - Preston Road
Abilities Short Breaks runs an adult day centre and respite service for young people and young adults with moderate, severe or profound learning disabilities, physical disabilities and complex needs. Its programmes are designed to develop independence, social inclusion and practical capability while working with families and wider support organisations.
Activities include life-skills development such as cooking, budgeting and personal hygiene, alongside literacy, numeracy and functional-skills support. Programmes are personalised around each person’s abilities, interests and goals. Families can arrange a tour or trial session before enrolment, which gives prospective participants an opportunity to experience the centre and its support.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Harrow
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Grange Nursing HomeHarrow | 0.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| ParksideWembley | 0.4 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Woodcock Dell AvenueLondon | 0.5 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Gencare Care HomeHarrow | 0.5 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Brook House Care HomeWembley | 0.7 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Trial sessions before enrolment
- Life-skills development programmes
- Programmes tailored to individual goals
Suits: Young adults needing day support or respite
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
340 Preston Road, Wembley, Harrow, HA3 0QH
DirectionsFeatured in
Questions families ask
From what age do they accept participants?
From age 18. They primarily serve young adults aged 18 and above.
Do they offer trial sessions before enrolment?
Yes. They provide trial sessions so prospective participants can experience the services before committing to enrolment.
Are their programmes tailored to each participant?
Yes. They personalise programmes around each participant’s abilities, interests and goals.
Do they provide one-to-one support?
Yes. They offer one-to-one support for people who require individual support, and staff adapt to each participant’s needs.
Can they support non-verbal communication needs?
Yes. Their staff use alternative communication methods including Makaton, PECS and assistive technology.
How much does Abilities Short Breaks - Preston Road cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Abilities Short Breaks - Preston Road for its weekly fee. As a guide, Brent council paid on average £1,345 a week for a residential care place for adults aged 18 to 64 in 2024-2025, against £1,883 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.