The Firs Care Home with Nursing – Codnor

Offering nursing, specialist dementia, residential care and end of life care, The Firs in Codnor has lots of peaceful green spaces among two households and 42 beds.

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  • Care Home Features

    • Premium
    • Nursing
    • Residential
    • Dementia
    • Dementia Extra Care
    • WiFi
    • Garden
    • Pet Friendly
    • Home Cooked Meals
    • Salon
    • Visiting Chropiodist
    • Dedicated Activity Team
    • Trips Out

Type of Accommodation

We are The Firs; a home that that enables all people to live with a nursing or residential or dementia care need. We strive to provide a person-centred care approach with a team of specialist nurses, carers, dementia care workers and a solid management base of which our roots are family raised.

Our home has 39 bedrooms, of which 36 are single living and we have 3 rooms which would amply accommodate couples sharing. Ensuite facilities are available.

Our residents living within the Firs are encouraged to retain access to their local health services, community and leisure facilities.

Within the Firs we have a specialist household known as The Pines assisting those living with a residential dementia care need. The Pines has a maximum occupancy of 12, thus enabling the team to provide a consistent individualised approach.

Life at The Firs

Our home promotes a family ethos and we embrace everyone. Our team aims to provide a warm friendly atmosphere which is welcoming to all those who come to live with us, their family, friends and their pets.

We encourage our residents to engage in activities which are provided seven days a week in the home and in the community.

Home cooking and all dietary needs are accommodated.

The home manager with her team of nurses and carers maintain high standards of care. We prize ourselves in having achieved  the Derbyshire snd of life award gold standard frameworks and options 1 + 2 in Derbyshire County Council dignity awards. We aim to make all of the end of life wishes come true from wrestling to bringing Las Vegas to us. We pride ourselves on fulfilling each individuals bucket list. We have previously been rated good by CQC and have recently had our routine inspection, which we are awaiting on a rating for. You can read the most up to date safety report, including how we are managing infection control around the home.

Our Community Links

We understand the importance of building and fostering strong community connections for our homes. We are always on the lookout for ways to support our local communities, frequently through hosting events and sponsoring groups. This not only improves the quality of life within our communities but also empowers residents to live more fulfilling lives and stay engaged with the local community.

Winners of Derbyshire End-Of-Life Quality Award

The Firs Care Home with Nursing in Derbyshire has once again been recognised for its exceptional end-of-life care practices, having been awarded the prestigious 'Derbyshire End Of Life Quality Award' for the sixth consecutive time. This recognition highlights the facility's unwavering dedication to providing compassionate support to residents and their loved ones during their final days.

Our Food

Here at Ashmere, we understand the significance of providing nutritious meals. We believe that everyone, especially the elderly, deserves access to quality nutrition. Our care home meals are prepared using reputable food sources and prepared on-site ensuring they are both delicious and nourishing with high-quality ingredients.

Registered Manager

Sarah

Clinical Lead

Kelly