Dementia Centre - Parkfield
Dementia Centre - Parkfield is a nursing home in Carlisle, Cumberland (CA1 2QS). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Dementia Centre - Parkfield
We at Carlisle Dementia Centre - Parkfield are proud to offer specialist nursing and dementia care in the heart of Carlisle, Cumberland. As a dedicated nursing home, we provide a safe and welcoming environment where older people living with complex needs can feel truly at home. Set within the familiar surroundings of Carlisle, our centre benefits from its location in the CA postcode area of the North West, making it accessible for family and friends from across Cumberland and beyond. The setting offers a calm, community focused atmosphere where residents can settle into daily life with ease, supported by surroundings designed to feel comfortable and reassuring. Our care focuses on the needs of older people who require nursing support, and we have particular expertise in dementia care. We also welcome residents living with mental health conditions and physical disabilities, recognising that every person who comes to us arrives with their own story, preferences, and personality. For families, this means knowing that your loved one is in the hands of a team who understand the nuances of memory loss, the importance of consistent routines, and the value of patience, kindness, and dignity in every interaction. Whether someone needs gentle reassurance through the day, clinical nursing oversight, or specialist dementia support, our approach is to build care around the individual rather than expecting the individual to fit around the care. In practice, this means taking time to learn what brings each resident comfort and joy, working closely with families to understand life history, and ensuring that nursing needs are met with professionalism and warmth. Mental health and physical disability support is delivered with the same person centred ethos, with our team committed to promoting independence wherever possible whilst providing reliable assistance where it is needed. Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in February 2025, awarded us an overall rating of Good. Inspectors found our care to be Good across the Safe, Effective, Caring and Responsive domains, reflecting the standard of day to day support we provide and the genuine compassion of our team. The Well-led domain was rated as Requires Improvement, and we view this honestly as an area where we are focused on continued growth, with clear commitment to strengthening leadership and governance so that every aspect of life at Parkfield matches the quality of care our residents already experience. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that choice. If you are exploring nursing or dementia care options in Carlisle for someone you love, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and discover whether Carlisle Dementia Centre - Parkfield could be the right place to call home. We are here to listen, to reassure, and to walk alongside your family during what can be a difficult time.
Care provided at Dementia Centre - Parkfield
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 10 February 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Dementia Centre - Parkfield
Where is Dementia Centre - Parkfield located?
Dementia Centre - Parkfield is a nursing home in Carlisle, Cumberland, CA1 2QS. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Dementia Centre - Parkfield provide?
Dementia Centre - Parkfield is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Dementia Centre - Parkfield's CQC rating?
Dementia Centre - Parkfield is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 10 February 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Dementia Centre - Parkfield provide dementia care?
Yes. Dementia Centre - Parkfield supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Dementia Centre - Parkfield offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Dementia Centre - Parkfield offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Dementia Centre - Parkfield
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Carlisle Dementia Centre - Parkfield 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. Carlisle Dementia Centre - Parkfield is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Carlisle Dementia Centre - Parkfield 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. Carlisle Dementia Centre - Parkfield 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 North West
Carlisle Dementia Centre - Parkfield has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the North West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £800 to £1,050 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £900 to £1,150 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Carlisle Dementia Centre - Parkfield. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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