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Acorn is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Bristol, Avon. It is operated by Acorn Care Providers Limited.
The home provides specialist care for adults under 65, learning disabilities, mental health, older adults (65+). Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, Acorn provides 24-hour personal care and support for residents who need help with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meal times, in a safe and homely environment.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) last inspected Acorn in September 2026 and rated the service as Good overall. This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations across safety, effectiveness, care quality, responsiveness, and leadership.
Acorn is located in Bristol, within the South Gloucestershire local authority area in South West.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | 65 Downend Road, Downend, Downend, Bristol, Avon, BS16 5EF |
| Phone | 01179 085440 |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Region | South West |
| Last inspection | 4 September 2026 |
| Provider | Acorn Care Providers Limited |
Is Acorn registered with the CQC?
Yes. Acorn is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. You can view the official CQC profile at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-3299544218
What type of care does Acorn provide?
Acorn provides residential homes, specialising in caring for adults under 65 yrs, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, caring for adults over 65 yrs.
How do I contact Acorn?
You can contact Acorn by phone on 01179 085440, or visit them at 65 Downend Road, Downend, Downend, Bristol, Avon, BS16 5EF.
What is Acorn's CQC rating?
Acorn has been rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations. See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-3299544218
What are Acorn's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. Acorn's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Good.
How many care homes are in Bristol?
There are 262 CQC-registered care homes in Bristol. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/bristol.
Residential care homes provide 24-hour personal care and support for older adults or people with disabilities who are unable to live independently. Staff assist with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meals in a homely environment.
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