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The Firs Residential Home

9 Stevens Lane, Breaston, Derby, Derbyshire DE72 3BU
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The Firs Residential Home, Derby

The Firs Residential Home is a 28-bed residential and dementia care home on Stevens Lane in Breaston, between Derby and Long Eaton. The house dates from 1908 and keeps its original fireplaces and woodwork, with a garden and private parking at the front.

The home cares for older people who need help with daily living, people living with dementia from the mild to the advanced stages, and people with mental health... 

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Care Provided by The Firs Residential Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 28 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,200From £1,200
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,200From £1,200

Contact The Firs Residential Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self-Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Tours

Onsite Tours of The Firs Residential HomeUsually available on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri(between 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)Tours of the home are welcome to all who wish to enquire about the home. Our registered manager Josie Wilson can arrange to show you around the home to see if it is the right fit for you.

Good to Know

Owner

  • The Firs Care Home Ltd
  • Private Owned

Person in charge

  • Josie Wilson (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 45+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2025
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (24)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)

Visiting

  • Visiting times 9 am to 10 pm.

Parking

  • Private car park at the front of the house.

The Firs Residential Home Reviews (56)

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9.7

The Firs Residential Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.650) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Firs Residential Home has 56 reviews.

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Review from Carolyn B (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 August 2026 Date of experience: July 2026•Submitted via Website•
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Review from Anne N (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2025 Date of experience: December 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from J W (Son of Resident) published on 28 January 2025 Date of experience: January 2025•Submitted via Website•
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Review from Jenifer B (Niece of Resident) published on 28 January 2025 Date of experience: December 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from J H (Aunt of Resident) published on 27 January 2025 Date of experience: December 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from S S (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 January 2025 Date of experience: December 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from B B (Friend of Resident) published on 22 January 2025 Date of experience: October 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from M A (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 22 January 2025 Date of experience: January 2025•Submitted via Website•
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Review from B B (Friend of Resident) published on 20 September 2024 Date of experience: August 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from Richard M (Grandson of Resident) published on 2 September 2024 Date of experience: August 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from A G (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 30 August 2024 Date of experience: February 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from M B (Friend of Resident) published on 30 August 2024 Date of experience: August 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from Kate W (Friend of Resident) published on 30 August 2024 Date of experience: August 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from A M (Grandson of Resident) published on 30 August 2024 Date of experience: May 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from G L (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 August 2024 Date of experience: August 2024•Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Review from S R (Friend of Resident) published on 28 June 2024 Date of experience: June 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from T D (Friend of Resident) published on 19 June 2024 Date of experience: May 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from A M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 19 June 2024 Date of experience: April 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from I A (Son of Resident) published on 19 June 2024 Date of experience: May 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Review from A S (Next of Kin) published on 19 June 2024 Date of experience: March 2024•Submitted via Website•
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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 21 February 2025
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Requires improvement
  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeRequires improvement
  • Well-ledRequires improvement
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Bed Vacancies

Please contact us for latest vacancies.

News (6) & Events (1)

News
  • 07 Nov 2026

    October at The Firs was full of autumn fun. The Pause With Paws wellbeing dogs from nearby Draycott returned on 23 October, bringing comfort, conversation and plenty of smiles. Residents...

  • 24 Oct 2026

    On Friday 23 October we welcomed back the wellbeing dogs of Pause With Paws, a community interest company based just down the road in Draycott. Residents had missed the visits...

  • 28 Sep 2026

    Residents at The Firs recently came together for our monthly church service, enjoying a calm and comforting time with one another. It was a lovely opportunity to pause, reflect and...

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Awards / Recognitions (1)

  • 06 Oct 2025Recipient: The Firs Residential Home

Accreditations

There are no accreditations posted yet for The Firs Residential Home.

Meet the Team (2)

Josie Wilson
Josie WilsonJob Title CQC Registered ManagerJoined 2024
Amelia Shaw
Amelia ShawJob Title Activities CoordinatorJoined 2023

Frequently Asked Questions about The Firs Residential Home

How much does The Firs Residential Home cost?

The care home lists weekly fees per person from £1,200 for residential care (respite from £1,200) and from £1,200 for residential dementia care (respite from £1,200). Funding accepted: Self-Funding (Private), Local Authority with Top-up, Local Authority, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).

What types of Care is The Firs Residential Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders, Alcohol / Drug Misuse are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does The Firs Residential Home have?

There are 24 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Firs Residential Home?

Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Firs Residential Home to the centre of Derby?

6.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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