All Care in Blackpool

Blackpool: A Coastal Hub for Specialist Care Services

Overview

Blackpool is a seaside town in Lancashire, England, renowned for its iconic tower and vibrant tourism industry. With a population of 139,720 (2021 census), the town has developed into a key provider of specialist care services including Care Homes, Home Care, and Supported Living facilities.

Key Location Facts

• Position:
  • 15 miles west of Preston
  • 40 miles northwest of Manchester
  • Coastal location on the Irish Sea
• Transport Links:
  • Blackpool North and South railway stations
  • M55 motorway access

Care Sector Specialisms

Residential Care Services

• Elderly Care: 32 registered care homes
• Dementia Care: 15 specialist facilities
• Disability Care: 8 adapted residential centres

Community-Based Support

• Home Care providers: 23 agencies
• Supported Living schemes: 17 complexes
• Day care centres: 11 locations

Demographic Factors

• Ageing Population: 22% aged 65+ (higher than national average)
• Care Demand: 15% increase in Home Care requests since 2020
• Specialist Needs: Growing demand for Dementia Care services

Economic and Infrastructure Support

• NHS Partnerships:
  • Blackpool Teaching Hospitals
  • 3 community health centres
• Local Authority Initiatives:
  • £4.2m investment in Supported Living (2022-2025)
  • Coastal Communities Fund for care facility upgrades

Tourism and Care Synergies

• Seasonal Staffing: Tourism workforce transitions to Care Homes in winter
• Accessible Attractions:
  • Blackpool Pleasure Beach (disability-friendly)
  • Adapted promenade accommodations

Future Developments

• New Facilities:
  • 120-bed Elderly Care village (planning approved)
  • Dementia Care community centre (opening 2025)
• Technology Integration:
  • Telehealth expansion for Home Care recipients
  • Smart sensors in Supported Living apartments