Benjamin House

Benjamin House is a residential care home in Burnley, Lancashire (BB11 2RU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Benjamin House

Benjamin House is a residential care home in Burnley supporting adults with a learning disability or autism and adults living with a mental health condition. We offer permanent places and respite stays. We run the house as a home rather than a unit. The people living here decide the ordinary things: what is for tea, what time the day starts, whether today is one for going out or staying in, who visits and when. Staff are here to make those choices workable, not to make them on anybody's behalf. Where somebody wants to take on more for themselves, we support it at their own pace. That might be cooking, shopping, handling money, using the bus, or keeping up a job, a course or a placement. Where a person mainly needs steadiness and a routine that holds, that is just as legitimate an aim and we treat it as such. Communication gets careful attention, because understanding a person properly is what allows them to be in charge of their own life rather than have it organised around them. Burnley is on the doorstep and people here use it, keeping up the friendships, interests and routines they had before moving in. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission rated us good overall. If you are looking for a place or a respite stay in Lancashire, please get in touch and come and visit.

Care provided at Benjamin House

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Benjamin House

Where is Benjamin House located?

Benjamin House is a residential care home in Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 2RU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Benjamin House provide?

Benjamin House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Benjamin House's CQC rating?

Benjamin House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 1 September 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Benjamin House offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Benjamin House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Benjamin House

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Benjamin House is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Benjamin House 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. Benjamin House 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?

Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.

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

Benjamin House 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.

Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Benjamin House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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