Hawkhurst
Hawkhurst is a residential care home in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen (BB1 8AZ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Hawkhurst
Hawkhurst is a residential care home in Blackburn supporting older people, including many living with dementia, and adults living with mental health needs. We support some younger residents and we offer respite stays. We run the home as a household. People get up when they are ready, eat what they want and spend the day as they choose. Staff take trouble to learn residents' histories, their families and working lives and what they still care about, because good care depends on knowing a person rather than a set of needs. Dementia care takes up much of our attention. We keep routines familiar, the building calm and the staffing as consistent as we can, and we follow the person rather than correcting them, since correcting someone rarely helps and often distresses them. When a resident is unsettled we look for what lies behind it instead of treating the behaviour as the problem. For residents living with mental health needs we pay attention to early signs that things are shifting and act on them, working with community teams rather than around them, and keeping the person part of the conversation about their own care. Respite guests are part of the household while they are here. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission was good. If you would like to visit, please get in touch and we will arrange it.
Care provided at Hawkhurst
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 4 July 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Hawkhurst
Where is Hawkhurst located?
Hawkhurst is a residential care home in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB1 8AZ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Hawkhurst provide?
Hawkhurst is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Hawkhurst's CQC rating?
Hawkhurst is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 4 July 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Hawkhurst provide dementia care?
Yes. Hawkhurst supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Hawkhurst offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Hawkhurst offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Hawkhurst
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Hawkhurst is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Hawkhurst is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Hawkhurst offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. Hawkhurst supports younger adults as well as older people.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the North West
Hawkhurst has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the North West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £800 to £1,050 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £900 to £1,150 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Hawkhurst. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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