Barchester Healthcare
Elm Bank Care Home
Residential care home in North Northamptonshire
Operated by Barchester Healthcare
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About
Elm Bank Care Home is a residential care home in North Northamptonshire providing residential, respite and dementia care. The home has 115 registered beds and is operated by Barchester Healthcare. It is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings across Safe, Effective, Caring and Responsive care, though Well-led was assessed as Requires Improvement.
The home supports residents requiring residential accommodation, those needing dementia-specific provision, and individuals accessing respite care. It is situated in the East Midlands and serves the local community and surrounding areas.
Care provided
Facilities
Activities
What's nearby
- Near a main road
- Ambulance station about 1000 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesPlentiful
- Retail ShoppingPlentiful
- SupermarketsPlentiful
- TakeawaysPlentiful
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | from £1,126 Published by the home, captured 2026 | Published by the home, captured 2026 |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
| Respite (short stay) | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
North Northamptonshire usually pays £915 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £211 a week.
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what North Northamptonshire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | This home (per week) | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | — | £870 |
| 2025 | — | £915 |
| 2026 | £1,126 | — |
What North Northamptonshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
Weighing up the options? Compare a care home with care at home, or check who pays with the means-test calculator.
Local health safety net
Elm Bank Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Kettering General Hospital, 0.5 miles away. The local GP practice is HEADLANDS SURGERY, 0.4 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in North Northamptonshire
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
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Frequently asked questions
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How much does care at Elm Bank cost?
For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01536 907338.
Part of Barchester Healthcare
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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