Lancaster House
Lancaster House is a residential care home in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen (BB2 6JT). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Lancaster House
Lancaster House is a residential care home in Blackburn supporting adults living with mental health needs. We are a small place to live rather than a clinical setting, and that shapes everything about how we work. People here have their own rooms, their own routines and their own plans for the day, and our job is to offer steady, reliable support around them. That may mean help with personal care and medication, encouragement with cooking, laundry and budgeting, support to keep appointments, or simply someone to sit with when the day is a difficult one. Recovery is rarely a straight line, so we try to be consistent when things are hard. We get to know how each person is when they are well, which is what allows us to notice early when they are not, and we work with the person and with their mental health team so that support can be stepped up quickly and stepped back again when it is no longer needed. Wherever possible we build confidence rather than dependence, and we make room for the ordinary things that help, such as work, study, family, friendships and getting out of the house. Respite stays are available too, giving families a break and giving the person staying a settled place for a short while. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. If you or someone you support is looking for a place in Blackburn, you are welcome to visit Lancaster House, meet the team and ask us anything.
Care provided at Lancaster House
- Mental health care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 6 October 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Lancaster House
Where is Lancaster House located?
Lancaster House is a residential care home in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 6JT. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Lancaster House provide?
Lancaster House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Mental health care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Lancaster House's CQC rating?
Lancaster House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 6 October 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Lancaster House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Lancaster House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Lancaster House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Lancaster House is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Lancaster House 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. Lancaster House 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?
Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.
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
Lancaster House 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
Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Lancaster House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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