Clayton Brook House
Clayton Brook House is a residential care home in Accrington, Lancashire (BB5 5LT). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Clayton Brook House
We at Clayton Brook House offer specialist residential care in the welcoming town of Accrington, Lancashire, where our home has become a trusted place for adults seeking support in a genuine family atmosphere. Nestled within the BB postcode area of the North West, our residential care home provides a calm and homely base from which every person we support can thrive. Our setting has been thoughtfully arranged to feel like a real home rather than an institution. Located in a residential part of Accrington, the house offers comfortable communal spaces where residents can relax, share meals, socialise, or enjoy quieter moments as they choose. The familiar rhythms of daily life here are shaped around the people who live with us, ensuring that everyone feels a sense of belonging from the moment they arrive. We specialise in supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism, as well as those living with visual or hearing impairment. Our team is also experienced in caring for younger adults, recognising that people at different stages of life have distinct aspirations, interests, and social needs. In practice, this means we take time to understand each resident as an individual, tailoring daily routines, communication approaches, and activities to reflect their preferences, abilities, and personal goals. Whether someone enjoys creative pursuits, community outings, quiet reflection, or building new skills for greater independence, our aim is always to enable a fulfilling life shaped by choice and dignity. We also provide respite care, offering families and regular carers the reassurance of a safe, welcoming environment when they need a break. Respite stays give guests the chance to experience our community, meet new friends, and enjoy a change of scenery, whilst loved ones at home can rest with confidence knowing their family member is well supported. Families often tell us that the small details matter most, and we agree. From the way our team communicates with someone who has a hearing or visual impairment, to the sensory considerations that make daily life easier for autistic residents, we strive to remove barriers so that people can enjoy their home fully. Our support is centred on respect, patience, and consistency, and we work in close partnership with families, healthcare professionals, and advocates to ensure every voice is heard in decisions about care. Clayton Brook House holds an overall rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission, following its most recent inspection. Inspectors recognised Good ratings for how effective, caring, responsive, and well led our home is, with an area of Requires Improvement noted under Safe. We take feedback from the regulator seriously and view every inspection as an opportunity to reflect and strengthen the quality of life we provide. Our commitment is to continually improve, learning from every observation to give residents and their families ongoing confidence in the standards of our home. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the emotions that come with it. If you are exploring residential care, specialist support for a learning disability or autism, sensory impairment care, or a respite stay in Accrington, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Come and visit us, meet the team, and see for yourself the community we have built at Clayton Brook House. We would be delighted to answer your questions and help you consider whether our home might be the right place for you or your loved one.
Care provided at Clayton Brook House
- Learning disability and autism support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 2 August 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Clayton Brook House
Where is Clayton Brook House located?
Clayton Brook House is a residential care home in Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 5LT. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Clayton Brook House provide?
Clayton Brook House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Clayton Brook House's CQC rating?
Clayton Brook House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 2 August 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Clayton Brook House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Clayton Brook House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Clayton Brook House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Clayton Brook 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. Clayton Brook 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. Clayton Brook 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?
Yes. Yes. Clayton Brook House 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
Clayton Brook 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 Clayton Brook House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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