Business Details
40 Years
experience
Residential & Dementia Care Home in Preston
Knowle Rest Home was established in 1986 and is registered by the Care Quality Commission. Our facility provides high-standard accommodation for up to 32 individuals requiring personal care and dementia support. The home combines two Victorian houses with a purpose-built extension, situated in Ashton, a residential area near Preston's town centre. Our location offers easy access to major amenities via public transport, and the property features a brick-built detached period design with an acre of well-maintained gardens. We maintain a working partnership with residents, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure tailored care plans.Our team provides 24/7 support, including home-cooked meals, special dietary provisions, and a comprehensive activities programme. We prioritise individual dignity through personalised care plans reviewed monthly. The home's environment fosters social engagement through organised events, outings, and one-to-one activities. Our staff receive specialist training in medication handling and dementia care. We collaborate with NHS professionals for occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and dental services.
Services
Residential Care
Dementia Care
24/7 Staff Support
Home-Cooked Meals
Special Diets
Laundry Service
Social Activities
Personal Care Plans
Healthcare Coordination
Hairdressing Service
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 fully trained care staff for continuous support
- Our personalised care plans are reviewed monthly with residents
- Family-run home maintaining individual dignity and choice
- Comprehensive activities programme tailored to resident preferences
- Collaboration with NHS professionals for specialist healthcare needs
Associations and certifications
- Care Quality Commission
What people say
Friendly and efficient staff
Clean rooms
Safe hands
Relaxed atmosphere
Kindness and care
Services
Residential Care
Our residential care provides round-the-clock support for individuals requiring assistance with daily living. Trained staff deliver personal care, medication management, and emotional support tailored to individual needs. Residents benefit from comfortable accommodation, nutritious meals, and social engagement opportunities in a safe environment.
Dementia Care
Specialised dementia care combines clinical expertise with compassionate support. Our staff receive specific training in dementia care practices. We create stimulating environments with structured routines and memory-enhancing activities while maintaining individual dignity and independence.
Personalised Care Plans
Individual care plans are developed through comprehensive assessments and regular reviews. These documents outline specific needs, preferences, and goals, guiding our staff in delivering consistent, person-centred care that evolves with changing requirements.
Social Activities
Our activities programme includes arts and crafts, gentle exercise, music therapy, and reminiscence sessions. Residents help shape the schedule, which balances group participation with individual interests in both indoor and outdoor settings.
Healthcare Coordination
We coordinate healthcare services including physiotherapy, dental care, and chiropody visits. Our staff work with NHS professionals to implement treatment plans while managing medication administration and monitoring residents' health status.
Questions
What types of care are available at The Knowle?
We provide residential care and specialist dementia support for up to 32 residents, with 24/7 trained staff and personalised care plans.
How do I arrange a care assessment?
Contact us directly to schedule a pre-admission assessment where our team evaluates individual care needs and discusses suitability.
Are special dietary requirements accommodated?
Yes, we provide tailored meal plans including special diets, with home-cooked meals prepared fresh daily by our kitchen team.
What activities are available for residents?
Our programme includes arts and crafts, baking, music therapy, gentle exercise, and outings, all shaped by resident preferences.
How are care plans developed and reviewed?
Care plans are created through initial assessments and reviewed monthly, involving residents, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure evolving needs are met.
