Acorn Heights Care Home
Acorn Heights Care Home is a residential care home in Burnley, Lancashire (BB11 4HT). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Acorn Heights Care Home
Here at Acorn Heights Care Home, we are proud to be a trusted part of the Burnley community, offering a safe, comfortable and genuinely homely environment for the people who come to live and stay with us. We support a wide range of individuals, including older adults, people living with dementia, those with learning disabilities or autism, adults experiencing mental health challenges, and younger adults who need tailored care and support. We also offer respite care for those who need a short break or some additional help during a difficult period. Whatever brings someone to us, we take the time to get to know them properly, understanding what matters to them and how they like to live their life. Our most recent Care Quality Commission rating is Good, and we work hard every day to maintain and build on that standard. For us, that rating reflects something real, namely the relationships we have built with residents and their families, the consistency of our team, and the attention we give to the small details that make a big difference to everyday life. We believe that good care starts with genuine respect. Every person who comes through our doors has their own story, their own preferences and their own way of doing things, and we make it our business to honour that. Whether someone has been with us for years or has just arrived, they deserve to feel at home. Families often tell us that what they value most is knowing their loved one is truly looked after, not just physically, but emotionally too. That means a great deal to us. If you would like to find out more about Acorn Heights or come and have a look around, we would be very happy to hear from you.
Care provided at Acorn Heights Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 25 April 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Acorn Heights Care Home
Where is Acorn Heights Care Home located?
Acorn Heights Care Home is a residential care home in Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 4HT. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Acorn Heights Care Home provide?
Acorn Heights Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Acorn Heights Care Home's CQC rating?
Acorn Heights Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 25 April 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Acorn Heights Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Acorn Heights Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Acorn Heights Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Acorn Heights Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Acorn Heights Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Acorn Heights Care Home 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. Acorn Heights Care Home 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. Acorn Heights Care Home 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. Acorn Heights Care Home 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
Acorn Heights Care Home 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 Acorn Heights Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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