The Fountains Care Centre
The Fountains Care Centre is a residential care home in Grimsby, Lincolnshire (DN36 5JX). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About The Fountains Care Centre
We at The Fountains Care Centre offer dedicated residential care in the heart of Grimsby, providing a warm and welcoming home for older people who need support with daily living, including specialist dementia care. Nestled within the familiar surroundings of Lincolnshire, our centre is well placed for families across the DN postcode area and the wider East Midlands region to visit their loved ones with ease. Our home has been thoughtfully designed to feel comfortable, safe, and genuinely homely. Whilst we are part of the local Grimsby community, we strive to create an environment where every resident feels they belong, with communal spaces that encourage friendship and quieter corners for those who prefer peaceful reflection. The familiar rhythms of everyday life, shared meals, conversation, and gentle routine, sit at the heart of what we do. We specialise in older person care, residential care, dementia care, and support for adults living with a physical disability. In practice, this means our team takes the time to understand each resident as an individual, recognising that good care is never one size fits all. For someone living with dementia, this might mean a calm, structured day with familiar faces and reassuring routines. For a resident with a physical disability, it might mean thoughtful support that promotes as much independence as possible whilst ensuring comfort and dignity at every moment. Families tell us that knowing their loved one is understood, not just looked after, makes all the difference. We believe in honest, open conversations with families, and that includes being transparent about our regulatory journey. Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in May 2022, gave us an overall rating of Requires Improvement. Within that, we are proud that our inspectors recognised the genuine warmth and skill of our team, rating us Good in three key areas: Effective, Caring, and Responsive. These ratings reflect what we hold most dear, that residents receive care from staff who truly listen, who tailor support to individual needs, and who deliver it with kindness. We also acknowledge that the Safe and Well led domains were rated Requires Improvement, and we take this feedback seriously. It serves as a continued focus for our improvement work, and we remain committed to strengthening every aspect of life at the centre so that families can have complete confidence in the care we provide. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that responsibility. If you are exploring residential or dementia care in Grimsby for someone you love, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and arrange a visit. Coming through our doors, meeting our team, and seeing daily life for yourself is the best way to know whether The Fountains Care Centre feels like the right home. We are here to listen, to guide you through your options, and to support your family every step of the way.
Care provided at The Fountains Care Centre
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 14 December 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Fountains Care Centre
Where is The Fountains Care Centre located?
The Fountains Care Centre is a residential care home in Grimsby, Lincolnshire, DN36 5JX. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Fountains Care Centre provide?
The Fountains Care Centre is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Fountains Care Centre's CQC rating?
The Fountains Care Centre is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 14 December 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Fountains Care Centre provide dementia care?
Yes. The Fountains Care Centre supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does The Fountains Care Centre offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Fountains Care Centre offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Fountains Care Centre
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. The Fountains Care Centre 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. The Fountains Care Centre 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. The Fountains Care Centre 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. The Fountains Care Centre 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 East Midlands
The Fountains Care Centre has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £850 to £1,100 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £950 to £1,200 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from The Fountains Care Centre. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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