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Direct Approach Care Limited is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Preston, Lancashire. It is operated by Direct Approach Care Limited.
The home provides specialist care for children and young people, adults under 65, dementia, learning disabilities, mental health. Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, Direct Approach Care Limited 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 Direct Approach Care Limited in February 2026 and rated the service as Inadequate. The CQC has taken enforcement action and the home is working to address serious concerns. Families should review the CQC report and consider all available options carefully.
Direct Approach Care Limited is located in Preston, within the Lancashire local authority area in North West.
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| CQC Rating | Inadequate |
| Address | 15 Goldcrest Drive, Bamber Bridge, Bamber Bridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 6ZE |
| Phone | 07563 766717 |
| Local authority | Lancashire |
| Region | North West |
| Last inspection | 18 February 2026 |
| Provider | Direct Approach Care Limited |
Is Direct Approach Care Limited registered with the CQC?
Yes. Direct Approach Care Limited 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/1-9699537224
What type of care does Direct Approach Care Limited provide?
Direct Approach Care Limited provides residential homes, homecare agencies, specialising in caring for children (0 - 18yrs), caring for adults under 65 yrs, dementia, learning disabilities.
How do I contact Direct Approach Care Limited?
You can contact Direct Approach Care Limited by phone on 07563 766717, or visit them at 15 Goldcrest Drive, Bamber Bridge, Bamber Bridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 6ZE.
What is Direct Approach Care Limited's CQC rating?
Direct Approach Care Limited has been rated "Inadequate" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This means the service is performing badly and the CQC has taken action against the person or organisation that runs it. See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-9699537224
What are Direct Approach Care Limited's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. Direct Approach Care Limited's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Requires improvement, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Requires improvement, Well-led: Requires improvement.
How many care homes are in Preston?
There are 122 CQC-registered care homes in Preston. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/preston.
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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