Lancaster and Short Breaks Service

Lancaster and Short Breaks Service is a residential care home in Morecambe, Lancashire (LA4 6NG). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.

About Lancaster and Short Breaks Service

We provide short breaks in Morecambe for adults with a learning disability and autistic adults, in a residential house rather than a unit. Short breaks are the whole of what we do, and we think that focus is why we do them well. A stay here might give a family carer a genuine rest, or give someone the chance to spend time away from home in a place they already know, which is often the first step towards something more independent later on. Because people come and go, the temptation would be to run everything to a fixed routine. We resist that. Each person arrives with their own way of doing things, and we plan a stay around them rather than around the house. We arrange visits beforehand wherever we can, so that the building, the staff and the routine are familiar before anybody stays overnight, and we take real trouble to learn how someone communicates, what their sensory needs are and what helps when a day starts to go wrong. Families tell us what they know and we listen properly. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is outstanding, and the better measure is whether people want to come back.

Care provided at Lancaster and Short Breaks Service

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Lancaster and Short Breaks Service

Where is Lancaster and Short Breaks Service located?

Lancaster and Short Breaks Service is a residential care home in Morecambe, Lancashire, LA4 6NG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Lancaster and Short Breaks Service provide?

Lancaster and Short Breaks Service is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Lancaster and Short Breaks Service's CQC rating?

Lancaster and Short Breaks Service is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 21 November 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Lancaster and Short Breaks Service offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Lancaster and Short Breaks Service offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Lancaster and Short Breaks Service

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Lancaster and Morecambe Short Breaks Service 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 and Morecambe Short Breaks Service 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 and Morecambe Short Breaks Service 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 and Morecambe Short Breaks Service 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.

Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Lancaster and Morecambe Short Breaks Service. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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