Phoenix 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 beds39
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Dementia
- Last inspected2020-03-25
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 mention how approachable the staff are, with team members who seem to genuinely enjoy their work. There's a sense that care here comes from a real commitment to looking after older people well.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth68
- Compassion & dignity68
- Cleanliness65
- Activities & engagement55
- Food quality55
- Healthcare60
- Management & leadership68
- Resident happiness65
What inspectors found
Inspected 2020-03-25
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the December 2020 inspection. This domain covers care planning, training, healthcare access, nutrition, and how well the home understands and meets each person's individual needs. No specific examples of care plan content, GP access arrangements, dementia training programmes, or food provision were recorded in the published text. A Good rating indicates inspectors found practice to be broadly sound at the time. The home specialises in dementia care, which makes dementia-specific training and person-centred care planning particularly relevant.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the December 2020 inspection. This domain covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, and how well the home promotes independence. No specific inspector observations of staff interactions, no resident testimony, and no family quotes were included in the published text. A Good rating indicates inspectors did not find concerns in this area at the time of inspection. The absence of specific evidence means the rating cannot be broken down further from the published report alone.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the December 2020 inspection. This domain covers activities, individual engagement, the home's response to complaints, and end-of-life care planning. No specific detail about the activity programme, one-to-one engagement, complaint handling, or end-of-life provision was recorded in the published text. A Good rating indicates inspectors found the home was broadly meeting people's individual needs at the time. For a home specialising in dementia care, responsiveness to individual need is especially significant.Is the home well-led?
The Well-Led domain was rated Good at the December 2020 inspection. A registered manager, Mrs Caroline Martin, and a nominated individual, Mr Nish Thakerar, are named in the registration record. No specific detail about the management culture, staff empowerment, governance systems, or how the home handles feedback was recorded in the published text. A Good rating indicates inspectors found leadership to be broadly sound at the time. The inspection was over four years ago, and management continuity since then is unknown from the published information.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home provides specialist dementia care alongside general support for people over 65. They run a structured programme of weekly activities designed to keep residents engaged. For those living with dementia, the home offers specialist care within their regular programme. The structured activities and consistent staff approach can be particularly helpful for residents who benefit from routine. 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
Phoenix Care Centre was rated Good across all five inspection domains in December 2020, which is a positive baseline. However, the published inspection text contains very little specific detail, meaning the score reflects the rating rather than verified observations, and many areas will need to be explored directly with the home.
Homes in East Midlands typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Visitors often mention how approachable the staff are, with team members who seem to genuinely enjoy their work. There's a sense that care here comes from a real commitment to looking after older people well.
What inspectors have recorded
The staff show real dedication in their approach to care. Families notice how team members maintain their friendly manner throughout the day, creating consistency that helps residents feel secure.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering Phoenix Care Centre, visiting will give you the clearest sense of whether it feels right for your family.
Worth a visit
Phoenix Care Centre, on Ancaster Avenue in Skegness, was rated Good across all five inspection domains following an inspection in December 2020. The home is registered for 39 beds and specialises in dementia care and care for adults over 65. A registered manager and nominated individual are in post. All five domains, covering safety, effectiveness, caring, responsiveness, and leadership, were found to be Good at the time of the inspection. The main limitation here is that the published inspection text contains almost no specific detail: no inspector observations, no resident or family quotes, and no concrete examples of practice. This means a Good rating is confirmed but you cannot yet know what that looks like day to day for your parent. The inspection also took place in December 2020, which is now over four years ago. A lot can change in that time, including staffing, management continuity, and the resident group. Before visiting, prepare a list of specific questions covering night staffing numbers, dementia training, activity provision, and how the home communicates with families. On your visit, watch how staff speak to your parent and to other residents, note whether the environment feels calm and orientating, and ask to see a real staffing rota from the past week.
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In Their Own Words
How Phoenix Care Centre describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Dedicated staff bring warmth to everyday care in Skegness
Residential home in Skegness: True Peace of Mind
When you're looking for care that feels genuinely welcoming, Phoenix Care Centre in Skegness offers a friendly environment where staff take time to know each resident. The team here focuses on creating a warm atmosphere alongside their structured approach to elder care.
Who they care for
The home provides specialist dementia care alongside general support for people over 65. They run a structured programme of weekly activities designed to keep residents engaged.
For those living with dementia, the home offers specialist care within their regular programme. The structured activities and consistent staff approach can be particularly helpful for residents who benefit from routine.
“If you're considering Phoenix Care Centre, visiting will give you the clearest sense of whether it 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
Phoenix Care Centre was rated Good across all five inspection domains in December 2020, which is a positive baseline. However, the published inspection text contains very little specific detail, meaning the score reflects the rating rather than verified observations, and many areas will need to be explored directly with the home.
Homes in East Midlands typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Visitors often mention how approachable the staff are, with team members who seem to genuinely enjoy their work. There's a sense that care here comes from a real commitment to looking after older people well.
What inspectors have recorded
The staff show real dedication in their approach to care. Families notice how team members maintain their friendly manner throughout the day, creating consistency that helps residents feel secure.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering Phoenix Care Centre, visiting will give you the clearest sense of whether it feels right for your family.
Worth a visit
Phoenix Care Centre, on Ancaster Avenue in Skegness, was rated Good across all five inspection domains following an inspection in December 2020. The home is registered for 39 beds and specialises in dementia care and care for adults over 65. A registered manager and nominated individual are in post. All five domains, covering safety, effectiveness, caring, responsiveness, and leadership, were found to be Good at the time of the inspection. The main limitation here is that the published inspection text contains almost no specific detail: no inspector observations, no resident or family quotes, and no concrete examples of practice. This means a Good rating is confirmed but you cannot yet know what that looks like day to day for your parent. The inspection also took place in December 2020, which is now over four years ago. A lot can change in that time, including staffing, management continuity, and the resident group. Before visiting, prepare a list of specific questions covering night staffing numbers, dementia training, activity provision, and how the home communicates with families. On your visit, watch how staff speak to your parent and to other residents, note whether the environment feels calm and orientating, and ask to see a real staffing rota from the past week.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Phoenix Care Centre measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Phoenix Care Centre describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Dedicated staff bring warmth to everyday care in Skegness
Residential home in Skegness: True Peace of Mind
When you're looking for care that feels genuinely welcoming, Phoenix Care Centre in Skegness offers a friendly environment where staff take time to know each resident. The team here focuses on creating a warm atmosphere alongside their structured approach to elder care.
Who they care for
The home provides specialist dementia care alongside general support for people over 65. They run a structured programme of weekly activities designed to keep residents engaged.
For those living with dementia, the home offers specialist care within their regular programme. The structured activities and consistent staff approach can be particularly helpful for residents who benefit from routine.
Management & ethos
The staff show real dedication in their approach to care. Families notice how team members maintain their friendly manner throughout the day, creating consistency that helps residents feel secure.
“If you're considering Phoenix Care Centre, visiting will give you the clearest sense of whether it 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.
