Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre
Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre is a home care agency in Blackpool, Lancashire (FY4 5LW). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre
We at Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre are proud to provide compassionate home care across Blackpool and the wider Lancashire community, supporting people to live well and independently in the place they know best: their own home. Based in the FY postcode area, our team covers Blackpool, Lancaster, the Wyre district and the surrounding towns and villages of the North West. Rather than asking people to adapt to a new environment, we come to them, delivering personalised support within familiar surroundings, close to loved ones, favourite chairs, treasured memories and the local community that makes a house feel like home. Whether someone lives in a coastal apartment, a family house or sheltered accommodation, our carers travel to meet them where they are. Our specialisms reflect the wide range of people we are privileged to support. We offer older person care and dedicated dementia care, helping individuals maintain routine, dignity and reassurance as needs change. For adults living with a learning disability or autism, we focus on enabling choice, confidence and meaningful daily living. We also support people managing mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments, adapting our communication and approach to suit each individual. Younger adults benefit from care that respects their independence and lifestyle, whilst those navigating eating disorders or recovery from alcohol or drug misuse receive sensitive, non judgemental support focused on stability and wellbeing. In practice, this means care plans that are shaped around the person, not the other way around. Families can expect consistent carers who take the time to understand preferences, medical needs, cultural background and personal history. From help with washing, dressing and medication, through to companionship, meal preparation, community access and more complex support, our aim is always to make everyday life easier whilst preserving the independence people cherish. We also work closely with relatives, GPs and other health professionals to ensure everyone involved feels informed and confident. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our Care Quality Commission rating of Good, awarded across all five inspection areas: safe, effective, caring, responsive and well led. For families, this independent assurance offers real peace of mind, confirming that the care we provide is safe, delivered by a well trained and well supported team, tailored to individual needs and led with integrity. Choosing home care for someone you love is a significant decision, and we understand the questions, worries and hopes that come with it. If you are exploring support for yourself or a family member in Blackpool, Lancaster, Wyre or the surrounding areas, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We are here to listen, answer your questions and help you find the right way forward, at a pace that feels comfortable for your family.
Care provided at Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Eating disorder support
- Substance misuse support
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 8 April 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre
Where is Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre located?
Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre is a home care agency based in Blackpool, Lancashire (FY4 5LW), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre provide?
Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, 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 Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre's CQC rating?
Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 8 April 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre provide dementia care?
Yes. Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre is registered for dementia care in people's own homes.
Can they help with medication and nursing tasks?
Ask the home. Most home care agencies prompt or give medication but do not provide nursing tasks. Ask what their carers are trained to do.
Do they cover our area?
Yes. Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre covers roughly 10 miles from Blackpool.
Will the council help pay?
Ask the home. The agency has not told us which funding it accepts. Most take both council funded and self funded clients; a direct payment from the council can be used to pay them.
Typical home care fees in the North West
Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the North West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £25 to £30 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Alcedo Care Lancaster and Wyre. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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