Care Homes in Blackburn

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Acorn House Care Centre

Whalley New Road, Blackburn, BB1 9SP

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
32 beds • No en-suite rooms • Opened in 1989
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Birchfield Residential Care Home

9a-11 Gorse Road, Blackburn, BB2 6LY

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Palliative
24 beds • Opened in 1987
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Linden House Care Home

Linden House, Delph Road, Shadsworth Road, Blackburn, BB1 2BE

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
63 beds • Opened in 1991

Townfield and Coach House

99-103 Church Street, Great Harwood, Blackburn, BB6 7QB

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
28 beds • Opened in 1987

Alternative House Care Home Blackburn

548 Preston Old Road, Blackburn, BB2 5NL

Requires improvement - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
16 beds • Opened in 2016
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Hollymount Residential and Dementia Care Centre

Hollymount, 3 West Park Road, Blackburn, BB2 6DE

Requires improvement - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Palliative
38 beds • Opened in 1991
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Northwood Nursing & Residential Care

206 Preston New Road, Blackburn, BB2 6PN

Requires improvement - Regulator's rating

Residential
Dementia
Nursing
27 beds • Opened in 1992

Blackburn (Florence House)

Florence House, Florence Street, Blackburn, BB1 5JP

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
13 beds • All en-suite • Opened in 1994

Blackburn Road

175 Blackburn Road, Great Harwood, Blackburn, BB6 7LU

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
7 beds • Opened in 2006

Franciscan Convent Blackburn

26 East Park Road, Blackburn, BB1 8BB

Good - Regulator's rating

Residential
13 beds • Opened in 1983

Overview of care homes in Blackburn

Care homes in Blackburn

30

Homes that offer nursing care

9

Specialise in dementia care

19

Homes rated good or above

21

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Frequently asked questions

  • How many care homes are there in Blackburn?

    There are 30 care homes in Blackburn offering a range of specialisms. If you’re not sure which type of care home is best for you, you can read our guide on how to choose the right care home.

  • How are care homes in Blackburn regulated?

    All care homes in Blackburn are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Of the 30 care homes in Blackburn, 21 have been rated good or above.

  • How many care homes in Blackburn specialise in dementia care?

    There are 19 care homes in Blackburn who offer specialist dementia care for more information on the specific homes, view our dementia care home list.

  • How much do care homes in Blackburn cost?

    On average residential care homes in North West cost £542 per week, with nursing homes costing on average £852 per week. From the care homes in Blackburn who share their prices with us, we can see care home prices starting from £650 per week.

  • What is the difference between nursing homes and residential care homes?

    Residential care homes provide residents with accommodation, meals, and assistance with personal care and medication. However, a nursing care home will also provide medical care from a qualified nurse, including treatment for any illness or injuries.

  • Will I be entitled to local authority funding to help pay for a care home in Blackburn?

    In England, if your total savings and property assets are below £23,250, then you may be able to access local authority funding towards accommodation costs, personal care and nursing care. Read our care home funding article for more advice.

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