Need Dementia Care Quickly? Fernhill Is Here for You
When the need for care comes suddenly, after a hospital stay, a change in circumstances, or when home life becomes too much, Fernhill is ready to help.
As a dementia-only care home, we’re experienced in responding to urgent admissions with calm expertise, 24-hour nursing, and a team who understands how to settle new residents gently and sensitively.
Whether you’re looking for short-term support or a permanent place your loved one can call home, we’ll guide you through the next steps with clarity, reassurance, and thoughtful care from day one.
Fast, Personalised Admissions You Can Trust
When time is short, clarity and care matter most. At Fernhill, we can often complete pre-admission assessments within 24–48 hours (subject to availability), ensuring we fully understand your loved one’s needs before they arrive.
From day one, our dementia-trained team tailors care routines, wellbeing support, and the environment itself to help residents settle with calm, confidence, and comfort.
We’re also on hand to coordinate directly with hospital teams, GPs, and families—reducing stress and making the transition as smooth as possible.
Specialist Dementia Nursing, Day and Night
At Fernhill, our experienced nurses and dementia-trained team are here 24/7 to provide seamless care, whether your loved one needs support after a hospital stay, or is living with conditions such as Parkinson’s, diabetes, stroke recovery, or mobility issues.
Care is always personal. Every resident has a tailored plan that adapts as needs change, with close involvement from families and consistent oversight from our nurse-led team. It’s the reassurance of clinical expertise, delivered with calm, continuity, and compassion.
“I am very grateful to all the staff for the care they give my wife in sometimes challenging situations. I would definitely recommend Fernhill to anyone looking for care for their loved ones.” – Husband of Resident at Fernhill
Short-Stay & Respite Care
A short stay at Fernhill offers more than rest, it provides expert dementia care in a calm, reassuring environment. Whether your loved one needs time to recover after a hospital stay, you’re seeking respite as a family carer, or you simply want to explore longer-term options, our team is here with warmth, consistency, and understanding.
During every stay, residents enjoy chef-prepared meals, a familiar daily routine, and meaningful companionship, all within a purpose-built dementia care home designed to reduce anxiety and support wellbeing.
Special Offer: Enjoy Four Weeks of Respite for the Price of Three
Experience four weeks of expert dementia care at Fernhill, and only pay for three. It’s a gentle, flexible way to discover how life here can feel calm, safe, and just right for your loved one.
“Contact was excellent right from the start with daily updates on how our relative was settling and any issues.” – Daughter-in-law of Resident at Fernhill
A Safe and Supportive Place to Settle
Help with Transport
Questions Families Often Ask
Our minimum stay for respite care is two weeks, with both short-term and permanent packages available. In some cases, we may be able to offer a shorter stay depending on availability and individual needs.
We’re always happy to talk things through, just get in touch to explore what’s possible for you.
If you require transportation to our home and don’t have access to a suitable vehicle, we work closely with EMA Patient Transport. They provide premium private ambulance services, featuring state-of-the-art ambulances and equipment, and customise each individual patient journey.
The pre-admission assessment process is carried out by either our Clinical Lead or a dedicated member of our Clinical Team.
It can be on the same day, up to 48 hours depending on the availability at the home.
If you are coming from the hospital or community, we would like to make your admission the best experience possible. Ideally this would mean coming on a weekday so we can get you registered or temporarily registered same day with the local GP. We can still admit residents on a weekend, but we may need to reach out to other community services that would not normally be available.
Your details will be taken and passed to the customer advisor so they can call you on the next working day.
Let’s Talk About What You Need
Whether you’re responding to a hospital discharge, looking for more support at home, or facing a sudden change, you’re not alone. We’re here to listen, guide, and help you take the next step, calmly, clearly, and with the reassurance of experienced dementia care.