
My friend does rave about the food though which is goodJ L(Friend of Resident/Service User)

The environment was extremely pleasant and the staff demonstrated exceptional customer careCaroline P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


My friend does rave about the food though which is goodJ L(Friend of Resident/Service User)

The environment was extremely pleasant and the staff demonstrated exceptional customer careCaroline P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


Abiden Care Home is part of the Award Winning Caring and Leading Group (Leaders in Care Winner 2024, Nominated for Provider of the Year at the Leaders in Care Awards 2025) with an excellent reputation in the local community.
With 22 registered beds, 20 single rooms as accommodation with two rooms large enough to support a married or cohabiting couple and a disability-friendly, very large ground floor apartment room, three...
Care Provided by Abiden
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 22 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees are charged following a thorough pre-assessment. The care aspect is added to the living costs to ascertain an accurate weekly fee
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Abiden for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Abiden 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Caring and Leading Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Amanda Brelsford(Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (20)
Visiting
- No restrictions. Please contact anytime to arrange a visit
Abiden Reviews (27)
Abiden has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.813) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Abiden has 27 reviews.
I cannot praise Amanda and her team at Abiden enough for the exceptional care they provide. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm, inviting, and truly homely. The staff are incredibly dedicated, compassionate, and professional, always treating my sister with dignity and kindness. She has settled in wonderfully and enjoys the varied daily activities, which have made a positive difference in her wellbeing. The food is good and the facilities are always kept impeccably clean. As a family we feel reassured knowing she is in such safe, caring hands. Abiden is truly a home from home.
Thank you so much for your lovely 5 star review. It means the world to the whole team and brings us such joy and happiness to read that you find the team "incredibly dedicated, compassionate and professional" and that Abiden a "home from home" which is the core value of our mission statement. We will ensure your kind words are passed onto the whole team
Excellent and friendly. Staff always there to help and keep residents entertained.
Dear Phillipa
Thank you so much for your kind response- it means the world to the whole team to read your comments and that you find Abiden "excellent and friendly". We will ensure your kinds words are passed onto the whole team
From entering the home to leaving, excellent. Caring and diligent staff who put residents' welfare at the top of the list. Very friendly and approachable. I couldn't wish for a better place for my sister to live. A big, massive, heartfelt, thank you.
Dear Joanna
Thank you so much for your 5 star review of Abiden. It means so much to the whole team that you find the home "excellent" and that the team put residents welfare at top of the list. We are so happy to read that you "couldnt wish for a better place". It means the world to everyone involved at the home
As a family we are over the moon with everything about Abiden, from the warm welcome and detailed information we received when looking around to the level of care mum receives. I cannot speak highly enough about Amanda and her team, they are attentive and caring and go above and beyond to ensure mum ( and all residents) are settled, happy and well looked after. To hear mum call it her home speaks volumes. She looks well and feels safe there. We cannot thank Abiden and all the amazing staff enough.
Dear Anita
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review about Abiden and the team. It means so much to all of us to read your comments and that the team are going above and beyond. We will ensure your kind words are passed on to everyone.
There are activities most days which is great as this stimulates his mind and keeps him occupied.
He doesn't even want to come to ours on Christmas day....says it all, thanks Amanda and your staff team..
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this review which means the whole world to the team. We are so happy to hear of your experience and that the team were able to support taking Michael to a football match- its exactly our mission and we will ensure your kind words are passed onto the team
Excellent person centered care . All the staff are so genuine , so caring and professional . All the residents are happy and my relative is cared for , loved and relaxed . The food especially the puddings are delicious and nothing is too much trouble for the cook . They understand my relatives needs and communicate professionally but friendly with me and my family . It's a warm friendly place to visit and I'm always made to feel welcome . I cannot thank them enough for their care .
Thank you so much for taking the time to write these kind words. We are all so thrilled to read your fantastic comments about the the team, the excellent person centered care and that the puddings are particularly delicious! Reading such comments makes the team so proud and we will ensure your kind words are passed on
My mum has settled so well and I just feel so relieved to see the outstanding level of care and compassion she is receiving from all members of the staff. Nothing is too much trouble. My mum looks the best she has for a long time and I can't thank everyone enough for how welcoming and caring they all are. Absolutely loved the Halloween show yesterday.
Dear Helen
Reading your review makes the whole team so happy. To note that you find the level of care Outstanding makes us all so pleased. To read that your mum is looking the best she brings us great joy. We will ensure your kind words are passed onto whole team
We're really pleased with how my grandma is being looked after at Abiden. When we go to visit she is always dressed nice and presented well. You can tell the staff care and are attentive. She seems to have nice meals and is always taking part in some activity that keeps the residents entertained. It's comforting to know that whilst we aren't always able to see her, she's in good hands. The home itself smells clean compared to others I've experienced with other family members.
Dear Emma
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this review. It gives us so much happiness to read your comments and that you find your grandmother is having nice meals and active and you are happy with the care. This means the world to the whole team and we will ensure your kind words are passed on.
I can't speak highly enough of Abiden Care home . My mum has been made to feel part of the family there from the moment she stepped foot through the door . Every single member of staff have gone above and beyond to cater for her needs and to reassure her. They have all individually taken time to sit with her and are very attentive . They are a credit to the home . Amanda the manageress is very professional , helpful and has explained everything in detail as to what was happening .And just as importantly ,what the home was about and what experience they were trying to achieve . On both an individual and collective level . Amanda and her colleagues have made the whole introduction and experience for mum and her family as seamless as possible . They work tirelessly.The facilities are brilliant , very clean . Plenty of activities. Mums room is lovely and she has everything she needs . She is genuinely happy . I really do not have anything negative to say at all .
Dear Stuart
We are so pleased and grateful to read your comments. Your comments that "Every single member of staff have gone above and beyond to cater for her needs and to reassure her" really means the world to us and is a testament to the whole team who work so hard day in and day out to...
I have always found whenever I call upon my mum is that she is always well dressed and looks well, but most of all she seems really happy there .I know from experience as I have seen many care homes over the past few years and believe you me this is the best one by far
Thank you so much for your lovely review and your comments that you believe Abiden is the best one by far- it means the world to the whole team
I want to thank Abiden for all of the care they are giving to my mum. My family is so grateful to have found such a good place. Everytime we visit my mother is settled and happy and always looks immaculate. The staff are always friendly and caring. My mother's health has improved since being at Abiden for the last 4 months. I do not have any negatives and would recommend this nursing home.
I am so happy that we have found Abiden care home for mum to live at. For the first time in 12 months we now have peace of mind in knowing that she's safe and cared for. In our search for a care home we found Abiden to be our favourite home as the environment is so homely, warm and safe and the staff are always friendly and caring. Mum is very happy and settled here.
Abiden is a caring environment. Care is respectful and supportive.
Good communication with family working as a team.
Always asking questions and looking to improve on any suggestions.
Thank you so much for taking the time for this review and for all the fantastic feedback. We will be sure to pass on your words to the team.
My mother has complex physical needs and again were proactive in getting her a hospital appointment when needed which has made a difference to my mother's ongoing health.
Thank you so much for this lovely review- which means the world to the whole team who are working so hard. It fills us with great joy about the fantastic experience you have had which aligns with our group values and mission. Will be sure to pass on your words to the team.
They cannot do enough to help both Mother and family, through the whole transition process of moving in.
The homely feel and caring environment is second to none.
As a family we can now relax knowing Mother is safe and supported 24/7 by an amazing team.
Thank you for your kind words - this means the world to the whole team at Abiden who all work incredibly hard to deliver the best care. We will ensure your kind words are passed onto the team
My cousin took a long while to enter a care home but when she did had nothing but praise for the staff, her surroundings, and not least the food.
As for myself whenever I visited or rang the efficient, polite, professional, and above all friendly response I always received was appreciated.
I am not one who normally “gushes “ with praise but Abiden House in my view stands out.
Mum moved into Abiden 2 years ago until she passed away in January of this year. We were always made to feel welcome as a family and could visit whenever. Mum changed rooms a few times for her own safety and each room was beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. The whole home had a very welcoming feel to it. When asking Mum what she liked about Abiden she always said “The food's good”. The staff were friendly, caring and good fun with mum. On a daily basis, the activities could have been more however they really outshone themselves during celebrations e.g. the king's coronation, Christmas, birthday parties where the cook always made a cake and they tried really hard with fundraising events. We have and would always recommend Abiden as a home for your loved ones.
We are so grateful to read such a lovely review about our Abiden Care Home service. We are very pleased to hear about the positive feedback about the food and our fantastic staff and that you would recommend our home. Best wishes
My grandmother has now been a resident at Abiden since May 2023, and the care and support offered to her throughout that time has been of a consistently high level. The manager and all other staff, are warm and caring, with an overall ‘home from home’ atmosphere. Although it was not an easy decision for Gran to move into a care home, I can rest in the knowledge she is in very safe hands. Thank you, Abiden.
Thank you for such a lovely review of our Abiden Care Home. It gives us great pleasure to read that you feel the "home from home" atmosphere, as this is exactly one of our core mission statements. We are so pleased and I will ensure your kind words are passed onto the hard-working team at the home, best wishes.
I have been very happy here. It is a happy little home, the staff are excellent and will do anything for you. The food and the cooks will cater for all needs. Thank you all for looking after me.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are extremely glad to hear how happy you are at Abiden Care Home and that you find the staff excellent and will do anything for you. We will ensure your lovely words are passed on to the team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 17 March 2023Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 06 Aug 2024
Here at Abiden Care Home, Burnley we now fully involve our residents in the employment and interview processes of recruiting new staff members. Those who choose to live with us...
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Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

Hi, I’m Amanda, and I am proud to be the manager of Abiden Care Home. I am a qualified RNLD nurse (Learning Disabilities ). I have worked in the care industry for over 40 years, working in various care settings from having my own care homes for adults with learning disabilities, to supporting adults with complex mental health needs and my favourite time in care in working alongside staff at this wonderful care home, which has a person-centred approach to care. Abiden care home has a home-from-home feel with a compassionate approach to those who, unfortunately, can not remain in their own homes. Our home has an open-door approach, we are caring and supportive staff and most importantly, good listeners.
Our Directors are supportive in ensuring the home is run in a professional way and our care we offer is of the highest standard. I am proud to be part of the team here at Abiden care home and am very excited to offer service users, family and friends to come and meet us all. I welcome you to come have a look around the home and hopefully become part of our large family.
Frequently Asked Questions about Abiden
What types of Care is Abiden registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Abiden have?
There are 20 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Abiden?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Abiden to the centre of Burnley?
0.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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