Kirk House
Kirk House is a residential care home in Lincoln, Lincolnshire (LN4 3PT). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Kirk House
We are a residential care home in Lincoln, supporting adults with a learning disability or autism. We also offer respite stays where a short break is what is needed rather than a permanent move. What we run is a house where people live their own lives with the support they need, not a place that organises those lives for them. That means paying close attention to how each person communicates, what they need from their surroundings, what turns a manageable day into a hard one and what helps when that happens. It also means handling change carefully, with notice and explanation, because a week that keeps its shape is what makes coping possible for some of the people here. Where somebody can do something for themselves, even slowly, we would much rather they did. We should be open about the regulator rather than leave you to find out afterwards. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. We are working through the points raised with us, and if you are a family member or a professional considering a placement or a short break here, please ask about it directly. We will tell you what has changed and what is still in hand. We work closely with families and with the professionals involved, because they usually understand a person better than any assessment does. Please get in touch if you would like to talk.
Care provided at Kirk House
- Learning disability and autism support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 18 December 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Kirk House
Where is Kirk House located?
Kirk House is a residential care home in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN4 3PT. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Kirk House provide?
Kirk House 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 Kirk House's CQC rating?
Kirk House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 18 December 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Kirk House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Kirk House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Kirk House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Kirk 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. Kirk 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. Kirk 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?
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 East Midlands
Kirk House 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
Indicative figures for the East Midlands, not a quote from Kirk House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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