Half Acre House Care Home

Higher Ainsworth Road, Radcliffe, Manchester M26 4JH
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Half Acre House Care Home sits in a bustling residential area overlooking beautiful countryside while being close to the town centre and transport links.

The home provides residential care for people who simply need help with daily tasks and respite care to provide a change of scenery or a break for carers. The home has strong links with the community and the activities programme has something for all interests.

Food served is both nutritious and tasty made from seasonal ingredients and according to dietary needs.

Facilities at Half Acre House include en-suite bedrooms, lounges, garden, patio, TV points in all rooms and residents can bring their own furniture if required.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 32 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1210
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1265
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1210
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1265

Fees are Fully Inclusive however Podiatry ,Hairdressing & Accompanied GP/Hospital appointments are chargeable extras.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Half Acre House Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Anna Lees (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • LA and self funders
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2020
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (30)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (30)

Visiting

  • Visitors always welcome.

Parking

  • Ample on site parking

Half Acre House Care Home Reviews (56)

9.6

Half Acre House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.580) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Half Acre House Care Home has 56 reviews.

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Review from Amanda D (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What can I say, I can't fault the staff for helping my mum get to where she needs to be. At the beginning of the year, my mum was not in a good place mentally, physically and emotionally, and now she's in a better place and back to being a Mum. It's all down to how brilliant the staff have been with
my mum; I can't thank them enough.
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Review from Barrie M (Friend of Resident) published on 11 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My close friend has lived at Half Acre Care Home for two years, he suffers from dementia and initially, it was unsettling for him moving from his own home as you can expect, but he settled in and now talks of his friends there and how kind they are to him. The reassurance and love they have given to
him means a lot to both of us and has proved that care homes can be another chapter in a long and happy life.
There’s always a friendly atmosphere and they keep me up to date with any issues, giving peace of mind, their safe handling of the Covid-19 issues reflect their professionalism,
What a great team.
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Review from Kim C (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 April 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This care home has been absolutely fantastic for caring for my Dad. Nothing was too much trouble when we asked them to do things. It was very clean and the meals were fab. All I can say is I am so glad I chose this home for my Dad at his end of life. Thank you so much x
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Review from H K (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 April 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
While our Dad stayed at the above care home we would like to say how wonderful the home is. Very clean, staff very approachable and caring. Security was excellent on entering and leaving the building. Whilst the Corona Virus was going on they were on top of all the gloves and hand sanitiser. This stay
for my Dad, albeit 3 months, was wonderful. He loved the staff. Many thanks from all the family.
Reply from Amanda Cunningham, Operations Director at Half Acre House Care Home

Thank you for your feedback and we will ensure the amazing staff team are aware of the praise you have given.

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Review from J M (Sister of Resident) published on 30 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My brother has been in Half Acre House since November 2017. The care he has received is priceless. The staff are amazing, always caring and keeping me informed on how he is doing. I now have peace of mind, knowing he is being well cared for.
Reply from Olivia Shields, Marketing Assistant at Half Acre House Care Home

Thank you, for letting us know how we are doing at Half Acre House Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.

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Review from Barbara C (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 May 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff have been helpful and considerate and always welcoming of us as visitors and both caring and thoughtful towards the residents.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Marketing at Half Acre House Care Home

Thank you, Barbara, we always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience with Half Acre House Care Home was so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.

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Review from Elaine H (Friend of Resident) published on 12 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff always helpful and friendly - lovely atmosphere. My friend likes the staff, food and settled in well. The home is calm and well organised.
Reply from Ronnie Cavanagh, Digital Marketing Executive at Half Acre House Care Home

Thank you, Elaine, we always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience with Half Acre House Care Home was so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.

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Review from Margot W (Resident) published on 20 June 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am settled at Half Acre and have made some good friends. I play games and sing songs. I have lovely experiences on a daily basis and really enjoy staying here.
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Review from J S (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Half Acre is in general a nice home. The majority of the staff are friendly and conscientious but certain members of staff let it down. The residents need to have more going on in the day to avoid boredom. This has been an ongoing problem since mum came here 3 years ago.
The food is good and the catering
staff are excellent. The one criticism is that sometimes the afternoon cup of tea can be overlooked or brought quite late. On the whole I am happy with mums care and when she was poorly recently they couldn't be faulted.
Reply from Melissa Johnson, Home Manager at Half Acre House Care Home

Hi there, thank you for taking the time to review Half Acre House - we appreciate all comments and feedback on the service we provide. I’m concerned about some of the comments you have made regarding activities in the home - we do have a dedicated activities team along with a long list of special days we celebrate throughout the year. I’d like to talk in more detail about this and potentially hear your ideas on any activities your Mum may want to participate in. I’ll be in touch. Many thanks.

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Review from Ken H (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 1 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff are always fully aware of residents status. They have organised helpful information passing meetings on a one to one basis. We feel it is a very safe environment for our relative. We are kept full informed of any matters concerning our relative. Meals are excellent and never more so than when
we visited before Christmas lunch, the tables were beautifully decorated. When food is served while we are visiting, it always looks and smells very appetising!
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Review from E P (Niece of Resident) published on 29 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Every time I come to see my auntie I feel very welcomed. Staff are very friendly and happy which seems to rub off on everybody involved. My auntie always tells me how much she loves living here. She enjoys the food and feels it's like a 5 star hotel. Well done!
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Review from Barbara T (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 January 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been a resident at Half Acre for 2 years, we are very happy with the care and support that she receives from all staff, the carers are friendly and pleasant and mum is really happy there. There is a lot of fun and laughter, but when needed all staff are very professional. The office door is
always open to me if I have any concerns and I am made aware of any concerns from them. I would recommend Half Acre Care Home 100%. Very pleased.
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Review from Jean M (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have found every member of staff are 100% dedicated to the care, safety, wellbeing and happiness of the residents. They are totally professional in their approach. The home and residents rooms are kept in excellent cleanliness. The meals look very appetising in presentation and good value for money.
Mum is always smartly dressed and hair clean and groomed, every time we visit the home which is always unexpectedly as we live a long distance away on Anglesey, North Wales. Nothing is too much trouble and you receive a warm welcome.
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Review from K H (Friend of Resident) published on 23 December 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I visit the home on a weekly basis and I am very impressed with the care and kindness shown towards all the residents. The staff are always very welcoming and can't do enough for you nothing is too much trouble for them. My friend is always treated with respect and feels safe living at Half Acre. I
can not recommend the home and staff enough.
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Review from Elaine B (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 December 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The place is amazing! My mum has been a resident since about June this year. It was an extremely difficult transition for my mum, but the staff there have helped her settle in brilliantly. They always have a smile on their faces and I have sat and watched how they interact with their residents. They
have fun with them sing and dance and have loads of love to share. I feel that some of them have become friends too. I know it said no names and they are all great, really the best and worth their weight in gold.
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Review from Dennis S (Son of Resident) published on 1 December 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The one to one attention by carers to residents (mother) was excellent, nothing was too much trouble. I was always kept informed of my mothers welfare and how she was coping with life in general.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.580)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.580) out of 10 for Half Acre House Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.580 for Half Acre House Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (120 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) + (12 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 143 Ratings = 4.58
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Half Acre House Care Home is based on 11 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 32 registered maximum number of service users is 6.4, which has been reached with 11 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 13 Jul 2022

Overall Good

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  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Anna-Marie

Anna-Marie Lees

Job Title: Care Home Manager Joined: 2018

Meet Anna-Marie Lees - Care Home Manager at Half Acre Care Home


Since joining Half Acre Care Home in 2018, Anna-Marie Lees has risen from senior carer to home manager in 2022, bringing dedication and a family-like approach to her role. With an NVQ Level 3 qualification and currently working towards her Level 5, Anna-Marie is committed to providing compassionate, resident-focused care.


A single mum to three daughters, she enjoys family time, caravan holidays, and walking during her weekends.

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