Eachstep Blackburn

Eachstep Blackburn is a purpose-built care home near Blackburn town centre providing residential and nursing care for up to 64 people, with 60 residents at the time of inspection. The home spans three floors with single ensuite bedrooms throughout. Residents reported feeling safe and satisfied with the service, and staff demonstrated knowledge of safeguarding procedures to protect people from harm or discrimination. While staffing levels were adequate to meet needs, inspectors identified gaps in recruitment records for new staff and shortfalls in some residents' care plans and risk assessments.