Hawkhurst Care Centre
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds26
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia, Mental health conditions
- Last inspected2019-07-04
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness70
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality65
- Healthcare68
- Management & leadership70
- Resident happiness68
What inspectors found
Inspected 2019-07-04
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
Effective was rated Good at the June 2019 inspection. This domain covers staff training, care planning, access to healthcare, and nutrition. Hawkhurst lists dementia as a specialism, which means the inspection will have assessed whether the home's practice reflects that specialism. The published summary does not record specific findings about dementia training content, care plan quality, or GP access at this home.Is this home caring?
Caring was rated Good at the June 2019 inspection. This domain is the one most directly linked to how staff treat your parent: whether they are kind, whether they respect dignity, and whether they support independence. The published summary does not include any direct quotes from residents or relatives, and no specific inspector observations of care interactions are recorded for Hawkhurst.Is the home responsive?
Responsive was rated Good at the June 2019 inspection. This domain covers whether the home adapts to individual needs, provides meaningful activities, and plans appropriately for end of life. Hawkhurst supports people with dementia and mental health conditions, so responsiveness to individual and changing needs is particularly important. The published summary records no specific information about the activities programme, one-to-one engagement, or end-of-life planning at this home.Is the home well-led?
Well-Led was rated Good at the June 2019 inspection. The home is operated by Prime Life Limited, with Mrs Diane Smith named as the nominated individual. This domain covers management visibility, staff culture, governance, and how the home handles complaints and learning from incidents. The published summary does not record specific observations about leadership quality, manager tenure, or the culture at Hawkhurst.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home specialises in caring for adults across different age groups, including those under 65 who may need support earlier in life. They provide dedicated dementia care alongside mental health support, recognising that these conditions often require different approaches and understanding. For residents living with dementia, the team works to create a supportive environment that helps maintain independence where possible. They understand the importance of routine, familiarity, and gentle encouragement in daily life. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Hawkhurst received a Good rating across all five inspection domains in 2019, which is a positive foundation, but the published report contains very little specific detail about day-to-day life for your parent. Scores reflect that positive picture while honestly accounting for the thin evidence available.
Homes in North West typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Hawkhurst, at 18 Shear Bank Road in Blackburn, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in June 2019. The home supports adults over and under 65, including people living with dementia and mental health conditions, across 26 beds. A monitoring review carried out in July 2023 found no evidence requiring the rating to be changed, so the Good rating remains current. That is a positive baseline. The significant caveat for any family considering this home is that the published inspection summary contains almost no specific detail about daily life: no direct quotes from residents or relatives, no inspector observations of care interactions, and no specifics on staffing, food, activities, or the environment. A Good rating tells you the home met the required standard in 2019, but it does not tell you what life feels like there now. Visit in person, unannounced if possible, and use the checklist questions in this report to fill the gaps the inspection did not cover.
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In Their Own Words
How Hawkhurst Care Centre describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialist support for dementia and mental health needs in Blackburn
Residential home in Blackburn: True Peace of Mind
When someone you love needs specialist care for dementia or mental health conditions, finding the right support matters deeply. Hawkhurst in Blackburn provides residential care for adults both under and over 65, with particular expertise in supporting people living with dementia and mental health conditions. The team here understands that every person's journey is unique.
Who they care for
The home specialises in caring for adults across different age groups, including those under 65 who may need support earlier in life. They provide dedicated dementia care alongside mental health support, recognising that these conditions often require different approaches and understanding.
For residents living with dementia, the team works to create a supportive environment that helps maintain independence where possible. They understand the importance of routine, familiarity, and gentle encouragement in daily life.
“If you're exploring care options for someone with complex needs, visiting Hawkhurst could help you understand whether their approach feels right for your family.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Hawkhurst received a Good rating across all five inspection domains in 2019, which is a positive foundation, but the published report contains very little specific detail about day-to-day life for your parent. Scores reflect that positive picture while honestly accounting for the thin evidence available.
Homes in North West typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Hawkhurst, at 18 Shear Bank Road in Blackburn, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in June 2019. The home supports adults over and under 65, including people living with dementia and mental health conditions, across 26 beds. A monitoring review carried out in July 2023 found no evidence requiring the rating to be changed, so the Good rating remains current. That is a positive baseline. The significant caveat for any family considering this home is that the published inspection summary contains almost no specific detail about daily life: no direct quotes from residents or relatives, no inspector observations of care interactions, and no specifics on staffing, food, activities, or the environment. A Good rating tells you the home met the required standard in 2019, but it does not tell you what life feels like there now. Visit in person, unannounced if possible, and use the checklist questions in this report to fill the gaps the inspection did not cover.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Hawkhurst Care Centre measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Hawkhurst Care Centre describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialist support for dementia and mental health needs in Blackburn
Residential home in Blackburn: True Peace of Mind
When someone you love needs specialist care for dementia or mental health conditions, finding the right support matters deeply. Hawkhurst in Blackburn provides residential care for adults both under and over 65, with particular expertise in supporting people living with dementia and mental health conditions. The team here understands that every person's journey is unique.
Who they care for
The home specialises in caring for adults across different age groups, including those under 65 who may need support earlier in life. They provide dedicated dementia care alongside mental health support, recognising that these conditions often require different approaches and understanding.
For residents living with dementia, the team works to create a supportive environment that helps maintain independence where possible. They understand the importance of routine, familiarity, and gentle encouragement in daily life.
“If you're exploring care options for someone with complex needs, visiting Hawkhurst could help you understand whether their approach feels right for your family.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
