Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People

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Here at Lady Elsie Finney House, we provide residential care for older people in the heart of Preston, Lancashire. We are a care home that genuinely gets to know the people who live with us, taking the time to understand who they are, what matters to them, and how they like to live their lives.

We support a range of needs here, including residential care, dementia care, mental health needs, and care for younger adults. This means our team has broad experience and a real understanding of how varied and individual care needs can be. We do not take a one size fits all approach. Every person who comes through our doors brings their own story, their own preferences, and their own way of doing things, and we work hard to make sure that is respected every single day.

Our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection rated us as Good, which we are proud of, though we are always looking at how we can do better for the people in our care. That rating reflects the work our staff put in consistently, not just when someone is watching.

Life at Lady Elsie Finney House is about more than meeting care needs. We want people to feel at home, to enjoy their days, and to feel part of a community. Whether that means sitting down for a proper cup of tea and a chat, joining in with activities, or simply having some quiet time to themselves, we try to make space for all of it.

If you are considering care for yourself or someone you love, we would always encourage you to come and visit us. No amount of reading about a place tells you as much as walking through the door and getting a feel for it yourself. We would be very happy to show you around.

Common questions about Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People

Where is Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People located?

Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People is a residential care home in Preston, Lancashire, PR2 3XH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People provide?

Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People's CQC rating?

Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 15 August 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People provide dementia care?

Yes. Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People

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Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Dementia: Specialist support for people living with dementia, in a calm, familiar setting with trained staff.
  • Mental Health: Support for people managing a mental health condition, with routines that promote stability and wellbeing.
  • Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
  • Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
  • Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.

More about the care at Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People

What each type of care involves, and the questions worth asking when you call or visit.

Older Person Care

Day to day support for older people generally means help with washing and dressing at a pace that suits the resident, prompts or hands on assistance with medication, meals prepared and served in company, and someone around for a chat or a hand when it is needed. Lady Elsie Finney House is registered with the CQC to provide older person care in Preston, so families weighing it up should ask how morning and evening routines are organised, whether residents can get up and go to bed when they choose, and how staffing is arranged overnight. It is also worth asking how medication rounds are timed, how continence needs are supported discreetly, and how the home keeps track of small changes in wellbeing. Weekly fees across the North West sit roughly between £800 and £1050, with Lancashire County Council typically funding around £650 to £800.

Dementia

Well delivered dementia care tends to rest on familiar daily rhythms, staff who understand how the condition affects mood and communication, and a layout that feels calm, safe and easy to navigate without feeling clinical. Lady Elsie Finney House is registered to provide dementia care, so it is worth visiting to see how the environment feels and to ask specific questions before making a decision. Useful areas to explore include how the team responds when a resident becomes distressed or agitated, what happens if someone walks with purpose and tries to leave, and how care is adjusted as memory, mobility and communication change over time. Ask too about family involvement in care planning. Regional weekly fees generally fall between £800 and £1050, while Lancashire County Council typically funds around £650 to £800.

Mental Health

For adults living with longer term mental health conditions, consistent routines, respectful staff and a settled environment often matter as much as any specific intervention. Lady Elsie Finney House is registered with the CQC for mental health support, and families should ask about staff experience with particular conditions, how the home works with community mental health teams, and what happens during a crisis or relapse.

Younger Adults

Adults under 65 in a residential setting benefit from activities, conversation and daily rhythms that reflect their age rather than defaulting to what suits much older residents. Lady Elsie Finney House is registered to support younger adults, so it is worth asking how lifestyle, interests and peer contact are considered, and how independence, work, study or outside relationships are supported alongside care needs.

Respite Care

Planned short breaks usually work best when booked well ahead, as rooms can be limited and homes often ask for a minimum stay of one or two weeks. Pack clothing, toiletries, medication in its original packaging, and a few familiar items. Lady Elsie Finney House is registered for respite, and a short stay can double as a trial before any decision about permanent care.

Residential Care

Everyday living in a residential setting covers the practical things that become harder to manage alone, such as cooked meals, laundry, help with bathing and dressing, prompts with medication, and company through the day. It differs from nursing care because there is no registered nurse on site around the clock, so it suits people whose health needs can be met by trained care staff rather than clinical input. Lady Elsie Finney House in Preston is registered for residential care and was rated Good by the CQC following its August 2018 inspection. Families looking here should ask how mealtimes work, what activities happen during a normal week, and how the home would respond if a resident's health needs grew beyond residential level. Typical North West fees range from about £800 to £1050 a week, with Lancashire's council rate closer to £650 to £800.

Questions families ask about Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

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

Yes. Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move. Ask how they support people in the later stages. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People 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. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

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. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People supports younger adults as well as older people. Source: CQC register

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.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

  • Latest inspection: 15 August 2018
  • Report published: 15 August 2018

Overall: Good

  • Safe: Good
  • Effective: Good
  • Caring: Good
  • Responsive: Good
  • Well-led: Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

Typical weekly fees in the North West

Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People 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 Lady Elsie Finney House Home for Older People. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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