Sherwood
Sherwood is a residential care home in Blackburn, Lancashire (BB1 4DW). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Sherwood
Sherwood is a residential care home in Blackburn, Lancashire. We provide a home for older people and we also offer respite stays, whether that is to give a family carer a break or to help somebody find their feet again after a spell in hospital. We are not a large place and we have no wish to be. What we offer instead is attention to the person, which sounds modest and is in fact the hardest thing in care to keep up over time. It means knowing how everybody likes their breakfast, which chair belongs to whom, who wants company in the morning and who would rather be left with the radio off. We ask about these things, we record them and we expect them to be followed. Residents keep their own furniture and photographs and decide how their days run. Some want conversation and activity from early on. Others want privacy and a quiet afternoon, and neither needs justifying to us. Families are welcome whenever it suits them, and we keep in touch openly rather than only ringing when there is a difficulty. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. It reflects reliable everyday practice rather than anything showy, which suits us, and we keep checking the detail rather than assuming it will hold on its own. If you are considering a care home in Blackburn for someone close to you, please come and look round, meet our residents and staff and ask us anything you like.
Care provided at Sherwood
- Older person care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 21 December 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Sherwood
Where is Sherwood located?
Sherwood is a residential care home in Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 4DW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Sherwood provide?
Sherwood is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Sherwood's CQC rating?
Sherwood is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 21 December 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Sherwood offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Sherwood offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Sherwood
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Sherwood 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. Sherwood 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. Sherwood 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?
No. Sherwood is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
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
Sherwood 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 Sherwood. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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