Cranmer House in Norfolk
Norwich road, Fakenham NR21 8HR
Cranmer House care home
Cranmer House is our residential care home in Fakenham, West Norfolk. The home provides short-term and full-time residential care and support.
At the home we pride ourselves on providing person-centred care and support. All residents have their own room, many with ensuite facilities, and there are communal living rooms, dining rooms and secluded gardens. We also provide a varied programme of activities and events, helping our residents to be as involved as they wish. We are proud to be part of the local Fakenham and West Norfolk community and welcome visitors to the home.
Meet our registered manager
Mrs Kirsty Sleightholme is the registered manager at Cranmer House, leading the team that supports up to 36 residents and their families. Kirsty oversees residential care, short-term care and day care from the home on Norwich Road, Fakenham, working alongside the wider Norse Care team in Norfolk.
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Cranmer House FAQs
What is Cranmer House like?
Cranmer House is a friendly care home in Fakenham where people are supported to live comfortably at their own pace. It’s a warm, homely place where residents can enjoy company when they want it, or quiet time when they prefer, with care always close by.
What care do you provide?
We provide residential care, dementia care, respite stays and end-of-life care. We tailor everything to each person, based on their own needs, routines and preferences. Whether someone is here for a short stay or living at Cranmer House long term, we take the time to get to know them and provide care that feels right for them.
Do you support people living with dementia?
We recognise the importance of routine and familiar surroundings for people living with dementia and take time to understand each individual so we can provide calm, consistent support that promotes safety, comfort and wellbeing.
Cranmer House is not a secure dementia unit; residents are free to come and go as they wish, and doors are not locked. Because of this, each individual is carefully risk assessed to ensure the environment remains safe for them and others. As a result, some presentations of dementia—particularly where there is a high risk associated with unsupervised mobility—may not be suitable for this setting.
Can I come for a short stay?
Yes. We offer respite care for short-term stays, which can be helpful for recovery, a trial stay, or to give a family carer a break. Guests are welcomed in the same way as long-term residents and can take part in everything going on in the home.
Do you accept state-funded and private residents?
Yes, we support both state-funded and self-funded residents. If you’re unsure about funding, we can talk you through it and help you understand what options may be available and how the process works.
What are the rooms and facilities like?
Cranmer House has 36 rooms, many with en-suite facilities, all comfortably furnished to help people feel at home. There are several lounges, a day centre, shared dining spaces and lovely spacious gardens where residents can relax or spend time with others.
What do residents do during the day?
There’s always something going on, but nothing is ever forced. Activities include crafts, music, quizzes, gardening, trips out and more. We also enjoy visits from local groups and seasonal events, and we tailor activities around what people enjoy.
Can family and friends visit?
Family and friends are always welcome to visit. We believe keeping in touch is really important, so we don’t restrict visiting times. There’s also parking on site, making it easy and convenient to come and see your loved ones. There are no set visit times.
Care home rating
Cranmer House is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission, with all five domains (Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, Well-led) rated Good. The home was last inspected on 3 October 2019 and the rating was confirmed on review in July 2023. The full report is available on the CQC website.