Fernleaf Residential Home
Fernleaf Residential Home is a residential care home in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire (NG19 7AD). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Fernleaf Residential Home
Here at Fernleaf Residential Home in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, we provide residential care for older adults, younger adults, and those living with dementia. We also offer respite care for individuals who need short term support, whether that is to give a family carer a break or to assist someone during a period of recovery or change. We know that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and we do not take that lightly. Our team works to create an environment that feels genuinely homely, where residents are treated as individuals with their own preferences, routines, and histories. Getting to know the people in our care, and the families who love them, is central to how we operate day to day. We want to be straightforward with prospective residents and their families. Our most recent CQC inspection resulted in an overall rating of requires improvement, and we are taking that seriously. We have been working through the feedback carefully and making meaningful changes to the way we work. We would rather be honest about where we are and show you the progress we are making than gloss over it. We welcome visits and conversations so that anyone considering Fernleaf can see for themselves how we are getting on. Our focus is on continuity, consistency, and genuine relationships between staff and residents. We believe that good care is built on trust, and trust takes time. For those living with dementia especially, familiar faces and calm, predictable surroundings make a real difference to daily wellbeing. If you would like to find out more about life at Fernleaf, or if you are exploring options for yourself or a loved one, please do get in touch. We are always happy to have a conversation.
Care provided at Fernleaf Residential Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 8 December 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Fernleaf Residential Home
Where is Fernleaf Residential Home located?
Fernleaf Residential Home is a residential care home in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 7AD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Fernleaf Residential Home provide?
Fernleaf Residential Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Fernleaf Residential Home's CQC rating?
Fernleaf Residential Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 8 December 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Fernleaf Residential Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Fernleaf Residential Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Fernleaf Residential Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Fernleaf Residential Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Fernleaf Residential Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Fernleaf 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. Fernleaf 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. Fernleaf 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. Fernleaf 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 East Midlands
Fernleaf Residential Home 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 Fernleaf Residential Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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