
The staff are all so caring, friendly, welcoming and kindJ W(Niece of Resident/Service User)



The staff are all so caring, friendly, welcoming and kindJ W(Niece of Resident/Service User)



Pear Tree House offers dementia care, residential placements, respite stays and end of life support in the historic town of Wesham.
Individual care planning ensures that residents receive appropriate assistance while maintaining independence and routine.
Facilities include a cinema suite, café-style communal area and professional salon. Bedrooms are comfortably furnished and feature private en-suite bathrooms.
Within convenient distance of Blackpool and Preston, the home hosts regular social activities and organised trips.
Care Provided by Pear Tree House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 66 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
• Use of in-house cinema
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access
appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
an agreed hourly charge for this service.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Pear Tree House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Pear Tree House 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
- Care UK
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Donna Marsden(General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2023
Room Information
- Single Rooms (66)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (66)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at all times, including meal times and special events.
Parking
- Private Car Park on site
Pear Tree House Reviews (40)
Pear Tree House has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.603) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Pear Tree House has 40 reviews.
My brother Tibor became a resident on St Patrick's day 17 March 2026 and has settled in extremely well, with all of his family commenting on how well he is cared for and how well the Care Home is run and managed.
The Staff and Management are always on hand, courteous and exceptionally helpful in everything they do. Every task is carried out professionally.
Tibor's family know from the visits by various members and by talking to Tibor and staff that he is most certainly in the best place possible for all his care requirements.
I can only add my personal thanks to all the Management and Staff at this exceptional Care Home.
Thank You.
On behalf of Tibor's family.
Laszlo
The staff really take time and care in all their actions with the residents,the home itself always seems to have something going on and it's a joy to see all the residents not just sitting asleep in their chairs but enjoying and participating in whatever is going on at that time.
Any verbal requests from family members can be overlooked. Emails are recommended.
Food remains a constant complaint from residents. Any trips out are far and few between.
Hopefully things will improve when staffing levels increase.
When I went to look round the home I was made so welcome. Gave me the confidence to know that this is the right place for my mum. The home is beautiful and clean. The food is good and nourishing. My mum moved from a different home. She was unhealthy and underweight. She is now thriving. The care is excellent . She gets her hair done and has chiropody treatment. She looks healthy, clean and tidy. The staff are lovely. Very jolly and friendly. There's a lovely feel in the home. Excellent
Thank you so much for sharing such a thoughtful and heartfelt review. It's wonderful to hear that the move has been such a positive change for your mum and that she is enjoying the food, facilities and services on offer. Thank you again for your kind words about our staff - they mean a great deal...
Three pairs of pee soaked pants were in a fruit bowl and no brushes, toothpaste or mouth rinse were in bathroom. There was black mold in the fridge and the overall standard of cleaning was very low.
Overall it was very disappointing, considering she has been classed a a sexual predator after being found in a man's bed after 'wandering'. None of this information has been related to me by staff. I realise I have to report this and am now hoping to move her. As far as I can see she has had little or no care socially, has attended no events and is left to her own devices. Please tell me seeing this with my own eyes it is not the case.
Thank you for taking the time to share your concerns, we are truly sorry to hear about your recent experience, and we fully appreciate how upsetting this must have been for you.Please be assured that we take all feedback very seriously, and everything you've raised has been thoroughly reviewed with...
I spent 2 weeks at Pear Tree House Care Home. I chose to stay there because my son, who is my carer, and his family needed a holiday. The 2-week stay at Pear Tree House certainly gave me a holiday and I would most certainly not hesitate to stay again.
My mum resisted going into residential care, even though it was necessary. The staff here have been absolutely brilliant in helping my mum settle in to her new surroundings and feel welcome in her new home.
Everything is taken care of. Everything, from medical attention to dietary preferences to entertainment. This means that I have complete confidence that my mum is receiving the best of care and attention.
The rooms and facilities are modern and well appointed.
The ratio of staff to residents is generous, and there has always been ample professional care available. Whenever I have a question or feedback, the staff on duty have always been extremely helpful and motivated. My mum is happier, better cared for, and has made friends there. I highly recommend this excellent home.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt and thoughtful review. We understand how big a transition it can be for both residents and their families when moving into residential care, and it means the world to us to hear that your mum has settled in well and feels at home here at Pear Tree House.Our team...
She was professional, friendly and very welcoming.
My mum has been in for 2 weeks. She has vascular dementia. She has been welcomed and settled in during the last couple of weeks.
I feel my mother is treated with dignity.
My brother visited and fell poorly before he went to see my mother. The manager and her team looked after my brother until we could manage to get him to the hospital.
Thank you for your wonderful review i am so pleased you mum has settled in so well at Pear Tree House. Our team pride themselves on delivering outstanding care and i am so pleased your brother also received this. I hope he is now feeling better.
Pear Tree House in Wesham is a first class care home. Excellent staff/food/carers/nurses. Nothing is too much trouble and I have been impressed by the organisation of my mum's care. Pear Tree is the best home I have seen and know that everything is being done for mum's wellbeing/comfort/quality of life. No reservations in recommending Pear Tree.
Thank you for your fantastic review, I am so pleased mum has settled in so well at Pear Tree House and you are happy with the care provided. Thank you.
My mum has stayed for respite periods of up to 8 weeks at a time (for roughly 2 years now) and she has always been well cared for and treated with respect. The rooms at The Pear Tree House are homely, modern and clean and have comfy beds, TVs, mini-fridge, ensuite bathroom and nice views of the garden. The premises are always kept clean and tidy and they have a lobby that resembles a hotel lobby. There are no unpleasant odours and it always smells fresh. The Pear Tree was decorated in a lovely fashion at Christmas which is fantastic for residents and relatives. There is a hair salon, small cinema and several lounges, garden rooms and dining areas. Food is lovely and residents have menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner and a snack menu which can be requested. The care home has good and easy access to GPs, chiropodists and opticians, so this is a major benefit. The home is also secure, so people can't leave or have access without staff permission. I feel very content for them to look after my mum.
The staff are also good at ensuring we are happy with his care and keep us informed of any changes.
My Dad has been a resident since November 2024 and I am confident that he is happy and content there. His strength has improved and he is encouraged to do what he is able to do with the knowledge and reassurance that there is always somebody there to help. His carers have given him back his dignity, he is well-groomed, neat and tidy.
Any health issues are dealt with immediately and we are kept well informed of any concerns. The facilities are excellent and the home is constantly being cleaned so it is spotless. The availability and choice of food is amazing with a very dedicated catering staff. I would not hesitate to recommend Pear Tree House.
The staff are always approachable and share information with us. We feel we are able to discuss any issues and they seem knowledgeable about our uncle.
We have dined there with him and the food is excellent!
Thank you for such a positive review, we are so glad that you are made to feel welcome and able to discuss any matters with us.
It is always a pleasure to visit my aunt now, and I leave knowing that she is in a very good, happy and safe place.
Thank you to all the staff throughout the organisation for all that you do, we really appreciate it.
Thank you for your wonderful review, I am so pleased your aunt has settled so well and is happy and feels safe at Pear Tree House. I will ensure your kind words about the fantastic team are shared with them. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review.
All staff are very nice and caring to my wife who has Alzheimer's dementia. She is treated with a great deal of respect and I consider Danforth Care home to be the best, possibly, in the North West. All the staff are very helpful in all aspects of care. They are all friendly and cheerful, no matter what they have had to deal with, regarding difficult people.
Thank you for your kind words, I am so pleased your wife has settled so well and your so pleased with the care she receives at Pear Tree House.
My mother is thriving in a caring environment with great carers and staff. There's always something going on with entertainment or activities or days out with themed meals and silver service adding to a great experience at meal times. Mum always looks clean and well dressed with her hair being done on a regular basis within the premises. Mum always looks comfortable in a homely environment making her stay here as enjoyable as possible. Mum is safe here, warm and well-fed, the basics that you want for a loved one.
Thank you for you lovely review, I am so pleased your mother has settled so well at Pear Tree house and you have seen such an improvement. I am so pleased she is enjoying all the facilities and the activities available. Thank you.
My cousin has been looked after very well since she has been there, October 2023.
The place is lovely and the staff are great.
Every resident was given an Xmas present, which was a lovely thought.
The food is good and the residents can book a room for their birthday and food is provided for their friends and relatives.
Overall 10/10
Thank you for your wonderful review, I am so pleased your cousin has settled well and is happy at Pear Tree House. Thank you.
Our aunt moved into Pear Tree House in mid-November. Only three weeks in and we are seeing such a huge positive difference in her wellbeing. The staff are all so caring, friendly, welcoming and kind, not only to our aunt but to all family and friends who visit.
Thank you for the lovely review. Your aunt is settling in well with us, it is a pleasure getting to know her.
This is a caring and loving environment for my dad. The staff place the residents front and centre. The surroundings are lovely and cannot be faulted. Dad's room is warm, comfy and a quiet place if you don't want to join in on occasion. More than happy with where he is at this time of life. When I go home I don't worry about how he is and how he is being treated. Very nice care home.
Thank you for your wonderful review. I am so pleased to read you feel so reassured knowing dad is safe and well cared for at Pear Tree House. Thank you.
My mother resided at Pear Tree House for a respite break. During her time there, she was looked after very well indeed by staff who were attentive and genuinely caring. Her overall health at the end of her respite stay was much improved in all respects.
Thank you for the lovely feedback, I hope you and your mum are well, we hope to see her again in the future.
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Meet the Team (1)

I have over 35 years of experience in the Health and Social Care sector, steadily advancing through various roles. With more than 20 years as a Home Manager, I have led both Residential and Dementia care settings, including the successful commissioning of a care home from the ground up.
I am deeply passionate about delivering exceptional care to the people I support and their families, ensuring their time with us is both enjoyable and safe. I am dedicated to the smooth and efficient operation of Pear Tree House, consistently upholding the highest standards of care.
Among my proudest achievements is winning the Registered Care Home Manager award at the 2021 Great British Care Awards. I have also been recognised as a finalist in the Outstanding Contributions to Health and Social Care category.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pear Tree House
What types of Care is Pear Tree House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Pear Tree House have?
There are 66 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Pear Tree House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Pear Tree House to the centre of Preston?
7.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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