Florida House
Florida House is a residential care home in Preston, Lancashire (PR2 1ER). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Florida House
Florida House is a residential care home in Preston, Lancashire, supporting adults living with a mental health condition. Many of the people who live here are younger adults, and we also offer respite care for planned short stays. This is somewhere people live rather than somewhere they are treated. Residents have their own room and their own belongings, decide how to spend their time, and are supported to take on more for themselves as and when they feel ready. Recovery does not run to a timetable, and we would far rather move at somebody's pace than push them along to suit ours. In practice that means different things for different people. For one resident it is a settled routine, regular meals and a calm house. For another it is support with medication and appointments, help with money and shopping, and encouragement to get back into study, work or simply seeing people again. We agree the plan with the resident, write it in plain language and revisit it honestly rather than letting it run on unchanged. The atmosphere here matters as much as the plan. Our team is a settled one, unhurried and straightforward with people, and a difficult day is met calmly rather than treated as an emergency. Being known by people who notice when you are not quite yourself does a great deal of good. We work closely with community mental health teams, GPs and social workers, and we keep families involved as far as the resident wants. If you are looking into a place or a short stay in Preston, please contact us.
Care provided at Florida House
- Mental health care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 27 November 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Florida House
Where is Florida House located?
Florida House is a residential care home in Preston, Lancashire, PR2 1ER. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Florida House provide?
Florida House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Florida House's CQC rating?
Florida House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 27 November 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Florida House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Florida House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Florida House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Florida 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. Florida 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. Florida 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. Florida 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
Florida 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 Florida House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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