Fairmont Residential Home
Fairmont Residential Home is a residential care home in Preston, Lancashire (PR2 8DY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Fairmont Residential Home
At Fairmont Residential Home in Preston, Lancashire, we provide a warm and genuinely homely environment where the people in our care feel safe, respected and valued as individuals. We are proud to have received a "Good" rating from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the commitment our team brings to everything we do each day. We support a wide range of needs here, including older person care, residential care, dementia care, learning disabilities and autism, mental health, physical disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, younger adults, and those working through alcohol or drug misuse. This breadth of experience means we are well placed to support people with complex or overlapping needs, and we take the time to understand each person properly before putting together the right plan of support for them. We know that moving into a care home, or supporting a loved one to do so, can feel like a big step. We try to make that process as straightforward and reassuring as possible. From the first conversation you have with us, we want you to feel heard and confident that the right support is available. Day to day life here is built around the people who live with us. We listen to what matters to them, what they enjoy, and how they like things done. Routines, preferences and personal histories all shape the way we care, because we believe good care is personal rather than one size fitting all. Our team in Preston brings a genuine mix of experience and local knowledge, and we work closely with families, health professionals and community organisations to make sure everyone who lives here receives consistent, thoughtful support. If you would like to find out more about Fairmont Residential Home or come and have a look around, we would be very happy to hear from you.
Care provided at Fairmont Residential Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Substance misuse support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 13 February 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Fairmont Residential Home
Where is Fairmont Residential Home located?
Fairmont Residential Home is a residential care home in Preston, Lancashire, PR2 8DY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Fairmont Residential Home provide?
Fairmont Residential 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, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Fairmont Residential Home's CQC rating?
Fairmont Residential Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 13 February 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Fairmont Residential Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Fairmont Residential Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Fairmont Residential Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Fairmont Residential Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Fairmont Residential Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Fairmont Residential 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. Fairmont Residential 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. Fairmont Residential 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. Fairmont Residential 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
Fairmont Residential 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 Fairmont Residential Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
More about the care at Fairmont Residential Home
Dementia Care at Fairmont Residential Home
Good dementia support usually rests on familiar routines, unhurried personal care, staff who understand how the condition changes over time, and a layout that feels calm and safe to move around. Small things matter, from consistent faces to clear signs, quiet lounges and gentle reassurance when someone becomes anxious or disorientated. Fairmont Residential Home is registered to provide dementia care in Preston, with private fees in the North West typically £800 to £1050 a week and Lancashire council rates generally £650 to £800. When visiting, ask how the team responds to distress or agitation, what happens if someone tries to leave or walks at night, how families are kept informed as needs change, and whether the environment has been thought through with dementia in mind.
Residential Care at Fairmont Residential Home
Life in a residential setting is built around ordinary daily living rather than clinical treatment, so support tends to cover personal care, help with medication, cooked meals, laundry, housekeeping and shared activities through the week. The important distinction from nursing care is that residential homes do not have a qualified nurse on site around the clock, so anyone needing regular nursing tasks may need a different type of registration. Fairmont Residential Home in Preston is registered for residential care within Lancashire, where private weekly fees in the North West are broadly £800 to £1050 and council funded places usually sit around £650 to £800. Families should ask how meals and menus are planned, what a typical week looks like, and how the home works with district nurses or GPs when a health need arises.
Older Person Care at Fairmont Residential Home
Everyday support for older people tends to centre on the quiet essentials: help with washing and dressing at a pace that suits the person, prompts or assistance with medication, meals that reflect appetite and preference, and the companionship that stops a day feeling long. Fairmont Residential Home is registered to provide older person care, and holds a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission following its February 2020 inspection. Weekly fees across the North West typically sit between £800 and £1050, while Lancashire County Council usually funds in the region of £650 to £800. Families considering the home should ask how morning and evening routines are arranged around each resident, how many staff are on duty overnight, how call bells are answered, and how any changes in health are noticed and communicated.
Mental Health at Fairmont Residential Home
Stability, predictable routines and dignified personal support matter enormously for adults living with a mental health condition, alongside good links with community mental health teams and GPs. Fairmont Residential Home is registered to support people in this group. Families should ask what experience the staff team has with specific diagnoses, how medication is managed, how the home recognises early signs of relapse, and what happens during a crisis.
Visual and Hearing Impairment at Fairmont Residential Home
Sensory loss changes how someone navigates a building and a conversation, so good lighting, clear contrasting signage, hearing loops at reception or in lounges, and staff who remember to face the person and speak clearly all count. Fairmont Residential Home is registered to support people with visual or hearing impairment. Ask about assistive equipment, how care plans capture sensory needs, and how staff are prompted to keep these habits consistent.
Younger Adults at Fairmont Residential Home
Being under 65 in a care home can feel isolating if the rhythm of the day is pitched entirely at much older residents, so age appropriate interests, outings, technology and the chance to mix with peers all matter. Fairmont Residential Home is registered to support younger adults. Ask how a younger person's week would look, what social contact with people of similar age is possible, and how choices about lifestyle and privacy are respected.
Learning Disability and Autism at Fairmont Residential Home
Support for adults with a learning disability or autism works best when it is shaped around the person, with steady routines, respect for sensory preferences, and encouragement to keep or build everyday independence skills. Fairmont Residential Home is registered for this type of care, and placements are usually arranged through a local authority or health commissioner with regular reviews of the care and support plan. Ask how goals are set, how communication needs are met, and how progress is recorded.
Physical Disability at Fairmont Residential Home
Practical accessibility makes the difference for adults with a physical disability, from step free routes and wider doorways to suitable bathing, hoists where needed and personal care that supports rather than takes over. Fairmont Residential Home is registered for this care type. Ask to see the bedrooms and bathrooms in person, check what equipment is already in place, and discuss how the home helps residents keep doing the things they can still manage independently.
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