Castlewood

Castlewood is a residential care home in Clitheroe, Lancashire (BB7 1FT).

About Castlewood

Castlewood is a residential care home in Clitheroe, set in the Ribble Valley and supporting people from across Lancashire. We care for older people and for younger adults, including residents living with dementia, mental ill health, physical disabilities and visual or hearing impairments. Supporting a mixed group of people well takes more thought than supporting a narrow one, and we think it makes for a better household. Residents are here because of what they need, not because they fit a category. What everyone gets is the same foundation: a warm room of their own, food worth looking forward to, help offered without fuss and staff who take the trouble to know them. For residents with sensory impairments, we adapt how we communicate rather than expecting them to adapt to us. For those living with dementia, we work from life history and routine. For younger residents, we make sure that living in a care home does not mean giving up ambitions, friendships or a say over the ordinary decisions of the day. We offer respite stays as well as permanent places, which gives family carers a genuine break and gives guests a proper welcome rather than a spare bed. We have not yet received an overall rating from the Care Quality Commission. Please come and visit. Seeing the place, meeting residents and asking direct questions will tell you far more than anything written down.

Care provided at Castlewood

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Castlewood

Where is Castlewood located?

Castlewood is a residential care home in Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1FT. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Castlewood provide?

Castlewood is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

Does Castlewood provide dementia care?

Yes. Castlewood supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Castlewood offer respite or short-term care?

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

Questions families ask about Castlewood

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

Yes. Castlewood 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?

No. Castlewood 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. Castlewood 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?

Yes. Yes. Castlewood supports younger adults as well as older people.

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

Castlewood 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 Castlewood. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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