DIL Home (Thornton-Cleveleys)

2 Stockdove Way, Thornton-cleveleys, FY5 2AP

01253821324

Care Type

Residential Care

CQC rating published

1 July 2023

Provider

Dignity In Life Ltd

Beds

15 beds

About DIL Home (Thornton-Cleveleys)

DIL Home is a residential care home in Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire, providing care for up to 15 residents. The home supports older people, younger adults, and those with dementia or physical disabilities. Located on Stockdove Way, it offers a smaller-scale setting compared to larger facilities in the area.

The home is operated by Dignity In Life Ltd. Following its most recent CQC inspection in July 2023, it received a rating of Requires Improvement. This means the home met some regulatory requirements but identified areas for development across its operations.

The mixed-age resident profile and multiple care specialisms indicate the home works with diverse care needs. As a 15-bed home, it maintains a relatively intimate environment. Prospective residents and their families should review the full CQC inspection report for detailed findings and any specific improvement requirements noted by inspectors.

Specialist Care

DementiaOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesYounger adults

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting DIL Home (Thornton-Cleveleys), consider asking...

1.What specific dementia training do staff receive and how recently?
2.How do you support a resident who becomes distressed or confused?
3.How does the home keep a record of a resident's life history and personal preferences?
4.How do you involve families as dementia progresses and communication becomes harder?
5.What happens when a resident's dementia reaches an advanced stage?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit DIL Home (Thornton-Cleveleys), look out for...

1.Is the environment calm, uncluttered and easy to navigate?
2.Do staff speak to residents with patience and dignity, even if they repeat themselves?
3.Are there memory cues around the home -- photos, familiar objects, clear signage?
4.Do residents seem settled and safe, or agitated and unsupervised?
5.Is there meaningful activity happening, or are residents just sitting quietly with nothing to do?

Could the NHS fund DIL Home (Thornton-Cleveleys)'s fees?

The average nursing home costs £1,535 per week. That's £79,820 a year. NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover all of it. No means test, no contribution from you.

Find out if the NHS could fund these fees