Sandrock Nursing Home
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1-3 Sandrock Road
Wallasey
Birkenhead
Merseyside
CH45 5EG
| Care Type | Care Home |
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| Care Category | Residential | Nursing | Dementia | Respite |
| Availability | Yes |
| Weekly Prices From | £1,000.00 |
| Regulator's Rating | Inadequate |
Meet The Manager
Doris Rakoma is Manager at Sandrock Nursing Home.
Doris is an accomplished healthcare professional with over 20 years of experience in nursing and clinical leadership. Recently appointed as a Registered Manager, she brings a wealth of expertise in care planning, staff mentorship, and regulatory compliance from her previous roles as a Clinical Lead Nurse and Senior Registered Nurse.
Doris is dedicated to delivering high-quality care and fostering a positive, collaborative environment for both residents and staff. Her strong background in clinical procedures and team leadership equips her to effectively oversee operations and ensure the well-being of residents in her care.
Sandrock Nursing Home is situated in Wallasey, adjacent to Earlston Park and Library, and close to local shops and transport systems. It is registered to provide nursing and personal care for up to 28 people.
Sandrock Nursing Home recently came under new ownership and has undergone extensive refurbishment. Unfortunately, we have inherited the previous operator's 'Inadequate' rating, which does not accurately reflect the current state of the services and accommodation we offer. We are awaiting a new inspection so we can receive a new rating that takes into account all of the changes we have made, which will be around April or May this year.
Local news article regarding our progress so far: https://www.birkenhead.news/ne...
| Care Options | We Can Provide |
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| Support For | Companionship, Complex Care, End of Life, High Dependency, Nursing Dementia / EMI, Personal care, Support for Couples. |
| Disability Support | Bed Bound, Hearing Impairment, Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Requires Hoist , Speech Impairment, Visual Impairment, Walking Frame, Wheel Chair Bound. |
| Medication | By Mouth, Change Catheter, Electronic Medication Management, Injection, Suppository. |
| Nursing Specialisms | Bariatric care, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Liver Disease, Lung Disease, Motor Neurone Disease (MND), Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy (MD), Parkinson's Disease, Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury. |
| Type Of Dementia | Mild Dementia, Moderate Dementia. |
| Dementia Behaviour | Disrupted Sleep Patterns, Mild Forgetfulness, Wandering . |
| Dementia Specialisms | Alzheimer's. |
| Respite Care | Yes |
Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.
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Sandrock Nursing Home prioritizes safety through rigorous infection control measures, regular staff training, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness. We also use advanced monitoring systems and best practices for things like fall prevention, wandering, etc. |
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| Infection Control Initiatives in place | ||
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Independent Assessments | We have been independently assessed in our approach to infection control. |
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Infection Control Training | Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections. |
| Connectivity for resident testing, monitoring & communications |
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Infection control and the safety of both residents and staff often requires quarantine measures and the isolation of care home residents. To test, monitor and allow residents to communicate with relatives, the prevalence of room-level connectivity within the home is becoming increasingly relevant. Wireless Internet access (WiFi) The Care Organisation has not indicated availability Mobile Phone Network Coverage (mobile “signal”) The Care Organisation has not indicated availability Telephone for external calling The Care Organisation has not indicated availability |
| Minimum Age |
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| 65 |
| Who Owns Our Building |
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| Private |
| Communal Rooms |
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| Dining Rooms, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges. |
| What Else Do We Provide |
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| Lift. |
| Our Garden |
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| Communal Garden, Private Garden(s), Seating, Wheelchair Friendly Access. |
| Description |
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Sandrock Nursing Home has accommodation for up to 28 residents, with couples/shared rooms available if required. |
| About Our Rooms | |
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| Number Of Rooms | 28 |
| We offer these types of ensuite rooms: WC and Basin. | |
| Type Of Room |
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| Double Room, Shared Room, Single Room. |
| Room Features |
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| Furnished, Step Free Access. |
| Room Facilities |
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| Internet Access, Safe, Wifi. |
| Weekly Fees Start From | Fee |
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| Residential Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,000.00 |
| Nursing Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,100.00 |
| Residential Dementia Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,100.00 |
| Nursing Dementia Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,200.00 |
| Respite Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,100.00 |
| Funding Types | |
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| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Region | North West |
| We Accept Self-Funding Clients | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority Funding | No |
| We Accept NHS Continuing Healthcare | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority funding with a Third Party Top-Up | Yes |
Choice Dining is a food-focused accreditation designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare the dining experience within different care settings.
To be awarded the Choice Dining badge, a care home will have committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences with a strong focus on preference, individuality, hygiene and the environment. You can explore the specifics of all participating homes in the tab below to learn more about the food on offer, how it is served and presented and what they’re doing to cater for your personal taste. Find out more about Choice Dining.
| Styles of Food |
 Vegetarian
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| Dining Locations |
Bedroom Dining
Lounge/Diner
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| Dining Styles |
Hot Trolley
Room Service
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| Hospitality |
Guests are welcome for dinner (Covid permitting)
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The preparation, nutritional value and presentation of food.
Attractive drinks and adaptive cups/glasses are available and accessible where needed.
Individual dietary needs are person centred.
Meals reflect the nutritional needs of the residents.
Our menu is balanced.
Snacks are provided for residents that require texture-modified food.
Sweet and savoury foods are provided between meals (this does not just include cakes and biscuits).
Hot Trolley
Room Service
A critical component for good health.
5 Star Rated by UK Food Standards. Hand hygiene for both residents and staff.
We are following best practice including NICE guidelines as a standard.
We are conducting internal and/or 3rd party food safety audits.
We have allergen management policies in place.
A freedom to eat the food you want, when you want it.
Families are invited for meals [Covid permitting].
Residents dining in their own room have the same food options as elsewhere.
Residents dining in their own room have their food presented to same standard as elsewhere.
Residents have access to Dining Room.
Residents have the option of dining in their own room.
Staff also dine themselves with the residents they support.
Staff sit with the residents they support when they dine.
The best interest choices are made for residents unable to make their own choices.
Understanding the wants and requirements of every individual be it cultural, religious or dietary.
Vegetarian food can be served.
We can support people with Diabetes.
Delivering a respectful and quality service.
Residents are given appropriate and dignified crockery / glassware and cutlery.
Staff are hospitality trained to present / serve meals.
Tables are well laid.
Staff understand and pre-empt potential meal-time behaviours which can impact nutritional intake.
Staff always use appropriate and dignified language (e.g. it is an ‘apron’ not a ‘bib’).
We promote an inclusive dining experience.
There are no unnecessary disruptions during mealtimes.
Being environmentally and socially responsible and thoughtful.
We correctly dispose of our waste.
We have a waste management system.
We monitor our food waste.
We use organically grown food.
Our energy usage is well maintained.
We are actively reducing food mileage.
| Activities Are So Important |
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As part of your care plan with Sandrock Nursing Home, you'll receive support with daily living activities, both basic and physical, to help you lead a fulfilling life tailored to your abilities, whether at home or in the community. |
| Activities At Home |
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| 1 to 1 Activities, Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Crafts, Crosswords, Excursions, Knitting / Embroidery, Painting, Quiz Games, Reminiscence, Visiting Entertainment, Word Games. |
| Activities Outside Our Home |
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| Local Tourist Attractions. |
The Go Green badge is designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare a care home’s sustainability and green practices.
The below statements are changes that the care provider has acknowledged they have implemented towards a more sustainable future.
The operation, maintenance, and repair of a property
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Do you use LED light bulbs? | Yes |
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Are your windows double glazed? | Partial |
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Do you use motion sensors? | Yes |
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Is your boiler less than 15 years old? | Yes |
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Do you have an EPC rating? | Yes |
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Do you use eco-friendly cleaning products? | Yes |
The sourcing of goods and the landfill/recycling journey
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Do you monitor your waste? | Yes |
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Do you train your team on recycling practices? | Yes |
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Do you have systems for recycling throughout the home? | Yes |
Energy reduction and renewable energy usage
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Do you measure your energy consumption? | Yes |
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Is your boiler less than 15 years old? | Yes |
Using digital rather than paper based processes
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Do you use digital payslips? | Yes |
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Do you use online rotas? | Yes |
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Do you use digital care plans? | Yes |
1-3 Sandrock Road
Wallasey
Birkenhead
Merseyside
CH45 5EG
Regulator: CQC
| Current Ratings | |
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| Overall | Inadequate |
| Safe | Inadequate |
| Well Led | Inadequate |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Inspection Reports | |
| Last rated | 18th January 2024 |
| Current Report |
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| Historic Reports |
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| Registration Date | 31st October 2024 |
Sandrock Nursing Home Care Home - Care Quality Commission (cqc.org.uk)
| Transport |
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| Bus Stop nearby, Car Park. |
| Places of Worship |
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| Catholic Church. |
| Nearby Services |
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| Church, Hospital, Library, Park, Pub, Restaurant, Shops. |
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