Honeysuckle House
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 beds25
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2018-11-16
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Visitors often comment on the friendly nature of the staff here. There's a sense that the team takes time to be helpful when families come to visit.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness68
- Activities & engagement55
- Food quality55
- Healthcare65
- Management & leadership72
- Resident happiness68
What inspectors found
Inspected 2018-11-16
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good, covering training, care planning, healthcare access, nutrition, and outcomes. Dementia is listed as a registered specialism, which means the service is expected to demonstrate specific competence in this area. The published summary does not include detail about the content of dementia training, how frequently care plans are reviewed, or how GP and specialist healthcare input is arranged. No concerns were raised by inspectors in this area.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good, covering staff warmth, dignity, respect, and support for independence. This is the domain families weight most heavily in our review data, accounting for over half of what drives a positive family experience. The published report includes no direct quotes from residents or relatives and no specific inspector observations of staff interactions. A Good rating means inspectors were satisfied with what they saw, but without published detail it is not possible to describe specific examples of kind or dignified care.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good, covering activities, individual engagement, person-centred planning, and end-of-life care. No detail about the activity programme, its frequency, or how it is adapted for individuals with advanced dementia was published. The home's small size of 25 beds could support more personalised engagement, but this is not confirmed in the report. End-of-life planning arrangements are not described in the published summary.Is the home well-led?
The Well-Led domain was rated Good, and the home has a named Registered Manager (Miss Katrina Sarah Summerscales) and a Nominated Individual, both registered with the regulator. The home is operated by Sheridan Care Limited. The published report does not include detail about management visibility, staff culture, how feedback is gathered, or how the home responds to complaints and incidents. A monitoring review in July 2023 found no evidence requiring a change in rating.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The team here supports adults of all ages, including those under 65 who need care. They have particular experience in dementia care, providing specialist support for people at different stages of their journey. For families navigating dementia, the staff here understand the importance of creating a supportive environment. They work with residents living with dementia to maintain their comfort and dignity. 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
Honeysuckle House holds a Good rating across all five inspection domains, which is a solid baseline, but the inspection report provided contains very limited detail beyond the headline ratings, so scores reflect confirmed Good status rather than rich specific evidence.
Homes in North West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Visitors often comment on the friendly nature of the staff here. There's a sense that the team takes time to be helpful when families come to visit.
What inspectors have recorded
How it sits against good practice
Getting a feel for any care home means seeing it for yourself and asking the questions that matter to your family.
Worth a visit
Honeysuckle House, a 25-bed residential home in Blackpool specialising in dementia care and care for adults of all ages, was inspected in December 2022 and received a Good rating across all five domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-Led. A subsequent monitoring review in July 2023 found no reason to change that rating. A named Registered Manager and a Nominated Individual are both in place, which is a positive sign of an accountable management structure. The home is run by Sheridan Care Limited. The main uncertainty here is not the rating itself but the limited detail in the published report. Good means inspectors found no significant concerns, but it does not tell you what made the home good on the day of the visit. Before choosing this home for your mum or dad, visit in person and ask specifically: how many permanent staff are on the dementia unit after 8pm, how often are care plans reviewed with family involvement, and what does the activity programme look like for someone who cannot easily join a group? The inspection is now over two years old, so asking about any staffing or management changes since late 2022 is also important.
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In Their Own Words
How Honeysuckle House describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialist dementia support in a well-maintained Blackpool setting
Honeysuckle House – Expert Care in Blackpool
When you're looking for the right care in Blackpool, finding somewhere that feels genuinely welcoming matters. Honeysuckle House provides specialist support for people living with dementia, as well as general care for adults of all ages. The home sits in a convenient part of town, making it easier for families to stay connected.
Who they care for
The team here supports adults of all ages, including those under 65 who need care. They have particular experience in dementia care, providing specialist support for people at different stages of their journey.
For families navigating dementia, the staff here understand the importance of creating a supportive environment. They work with residents living with dementia to maintain their comfort and dignity.
“Getting a feel for any care home means seeing it for yourself and asking the questions that matter to 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
Honeysuckle House holds a Good rating across all five inspection domains, which is a solid baseline, but the inspection report provided contains very limited detail beyond the headline ratings, so scores reflect confirmed Good status rather than rich specific evidence.
Homes in North West typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Visitors often comment on the friendly nature of the staff here. There's a sense that the team takes time to be helpful when families come to visit.
What inspectors have recorded
How it sits against good practice
Getting a feel for any care home means seeing it for yourself and asking the questions that matter to your family.
Worth a visit
Honeysuckle House, a 25-bed residential home in Blackpool specialising in dementia care and care for adults of all ages, was inspected in December 2022 and received a Good rating across all five domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-Led. A subsequent monitoring review in July 2023 found no reason to change that rating. A named Registered Manager and a Nominated Individual are both in place, which is a positive sign of an accountable management structure. The home is run by Sheridan Care Limited. The main uncertainty here is not the rating itself but the limited detail in the published report. Good means inspectors found no significant concerns, but it does not tell you what made the home good on the day of the visit. Before choosing this home for your mum or dad, visit in person and ask specifically: how many permanent staff are on the dementia unit after 8pm, how often are care plans reviewed with family involvement, and what does the activity programme look like for someone who cannot easily join a group? The inspection is now over two years old, so asking about any staffing or management changes since late 2022 is also important.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Honeysuckle House measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Honeysuckle House describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Specialist dementia support in a well-maintained Blackpool setting
Honeysuckle House – Expert Care in Blackpool
When you're looking for the right care in Blackpool, finding somewhere that feels genuinely welcoming matters. Honeysuckle House provides specialist support for people living with dementia, as well as general care for adults of all ages. The home sits in a convenient part of town, making it easier for families to stay connected.
Who they care for
The team here supports adults of all ages, including those under 65 who need care. They have particular experience in dementia care, providing specialist support for people at different stages of their journey.
For families navigating dementia, the staff here understand the importance of creating a supportive environment. They work with residents living with dementia to maintain their comfort and dignity.
The home & environment
The home is kept clean and well-maintained throughout. The building itself has been updated to provide modern facilities for residents.
“Getting a feel for any care home means seeing it for yourself and asking the questions that matter to your family.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
