Fernbank Nursing Home
Fernbank Nursing Home is a nursing home in London, Barnet (N3 1AB). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Fernbank Nursing Home
We at Fernbank Nursing Home are proud to offer specialist nursing and dementia care in the heart of London, within the welcoming borough of Barnet. Our home provides a supportive environment for older people who benefit from around the clock nursing expertise, delivered with warmth and genuine compassion. Set within the leafy N postcode area of North London, our home offers residents the comfort of a peaceful setting whilst remaining well connected for visiting family and friends. The Barnet location provides a calm, community focused atmosphere that many families tell us feels reassuringly like home from the very first visit. Our care team specialises in nursing care for older people, including tailored support for those living with dementia. This means residents receive clinically led care from qualified nurses, alongside personalised daily support that respects each individual's history, preferences and routines. For families of loved ones with dementia, we understand how important it is to feel confident that your relative is being cared for by a team who truly understand the condition and respond with patience, kindness and skill. We also offer respite care, providing short term stays that can give family carers a well deserved break, or support someone recovering after a hospital stay or illness. Whether the need is planned or arises unexpectedly, our team is here to make the transition as smooth and reassuring as possible. Quality and safety sit at the heart of everything we do. We are proud that the Care Quality Commission rated our home Good overall at our most recent inspection in May 2022, with a Good rating across every one of the five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well led. For families, this independent assessment offers meaningful reassurance that the care, leadership and everyday experience at our home meet the standards they would rightly expect for someone they love. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the emotions that come with it. We warmly invite you to get in touch, ask any questions you may have, or arrange a visit to meet our team and see our home for yourself. We would be honoured to support your family during this next chapter.
Care provided at Fernbank Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 6 May 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Fernbank Nursing Home
Where is Fernbank Nursing Home located?
Fernbank Nursing Home is a nursing home in London, Barnet, N3 1AB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Fernbank Nursing Home provide?
Fernbank Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Fernbank Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Fernbank Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 6 May 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Fernbank Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Fernbank Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Fernbank Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Fernbank Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Fernbank Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Fernbank Nursing 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?
Yes. Yes. Fernbank Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Fernbank Nursing 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?
No. Fernbank Nursing Home 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 London
Fernbank Nursing Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the London, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,150 to £1,500 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,250 to £1,650 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,400 to £1,850 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the London, not a quote from Fernbank Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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