
Home is really lovely. Staff have been amazing to my mother who has dementiaNora L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

This place treated my Mum-in-law with such exceptional kindness, care and loveSebastian C(Son-in-law of Resident/Service User)


Home is really lovely. Staff have been amazing to my mother who has dementiaNora L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

This place treated my Mum-in-law with such exceptional kindness, care and loveSebastian C(Son-in-law of Resident/Service User)


Set in the heart of Southport, Abbotsbury is an exceptional home that offers respite, long-term residential and specialist dementia care. Their mission here is to help residents cope with their personal challenges and enjoy day-to-day life at every opportunity.
The quality of care provided by the comprehensive support team is second to none, and they’d be happy to talk through your requirements and tailor a plan to meet your particular needs....
Care Provided by Abbotsbury
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 21 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees include: personal care, meals, and laundry services.
Additional services available at extra cost may include:
Chiropody
Dentistry
Newspapers
Transportation to external appointments
Staff escorts for external appointments
Specialist or additional dietary requirements and food requests outside of the standard menu may incur an additional charge.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Abbotsbury for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Abbotsbury to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Bloomcare
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Lyndsey Rafferty (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2015
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (21)
Visiting
- Visitors are warmly welcomed and encouraged to spend quality time with residents. Visiting is flexible to suit individual routines, with the home aiming to accommodate family and friends throughout the day. Visitors are asked to be mindful of residents’ privacy, mealtimes, and care routines. Advance notice for larger groups or special visits is appreciated to ensure the best possible experience for everyone. Ideal Visiting times 1000 - 1200 1400 - 1600 1600 - 1800
Parking
- Limited on-street parking available
Abbotsbury Reviews (43)
Abbotsbury has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.728) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Abbotsbury has 43 reviews.
My mum is warm, well-fed, clean and happy amongst friendly staff and residents. She thrives in her surroundings and input from those around her. When visiting her family is updated and kept in the loop either verbally or by phone.
My nan enjoys living in Abbotsbury very much.
If we need something, there is always someone on hand to help, nothing is ever too much.
The new ramp makes a huge difference and the rooms are being freshened up which is lovely.
Highly recommend the home for anyone looking for a nice place for their loved one to be cared for.
My cousin is really happy and kept safe. She loves the food, staff are always really good with her. The new management team are amazing and have really improved the home, taking time to listen. So happy to know that my cousin is so well looked after.
Mum has been in the home for just over 12 months overall she seems happy in herself, she suffers from dementia. I would like to see more activities going on with the residents and outside activities in the summer. I feel there is a lack of communication on some levers maybe on a social media platform, it would be nice to see her joining in activities. the room is always clean and tidy and she always enjoys her food.
The manager was extremely helpful and went above and beyond to ensure my uncle was supported and put at ease as he gets very anxious in unfamiliar settings. He was treated with dignity and respect throughout.
I would definitely recommend this lovely home.
Thank you so much for this review. We loved looking after your uncle, and we are excited for him to visit us again. Please stay in touch.
My dad moved in just before Christmas, I cannot be more happy with the care provided to my dad the care staff are friendly and welcoming. The management also are very welcoming always available and are always on the other end of the phone.
Thank you for the review we’re very happy your dad is settled with us! We love looking after him.
My nan stayed at Abbotsbury for two weeks of respite, and we could not be happier with the care she got. The staff are very friendly, and nothing was too much trouble. My nan was happy and content. We can't thank the staff enough for how well they looked after her.
Thank you for your review. We are so happy your nan enjoyed her stay with us, and we hope she will come to visit us again. Thank you.
My wife lives at Abbotsbury, since she has been at the home I do not recognise her. I tried for so long to care for her but she was not the same person anymore. The staff at Abbotsbury have cared for her in a way that I could not have done myself. They have got her the professional help she needed and now she is more like my wife again. Some days I have thought that I could care for her at home again. However, she has made so many new friends and has an amazing relationship with the staff. Apart from marrying my wife, it is the best decision I have ever made. Thank you to all the staff and management at Abbotsbury. Top-class service.
The staff treat my Aunty with dignity and care and always respond positively to any questions I have about her welfare. What more can you say, they are all kind and very dedicated to a job most of us could never do.
Fabulous care home and staff. My dad is so happy and well looked after. The care home is a bright, clean and beautiful home. The facilities are excellent and the staff look after the residents with dignity and care.
Hi Diane, thank you for taking the time to leave this wonderful review. It is lovely to read your positive comments on the care and support received by your dad. Our staff take great care and respect when providing support for all our residents and their loved ones. And we are particularly proud of the incredible work they do each and every day.
I cannot speak highly enough about Abbotsbury Care Centre and the staff. My auntie is like a different person since becoming a resident and it is clear she is extremely happy here. Visiting is a pleasure and the staff couldn't do more.
Extremely friendly and welcoming environment. Staf are very genuine and caring and find a level on which to react to each resident's needs.
We are so grateful to the kind, compassionate, hardworking and professional staff who have been looking after my Auntie so diligently since her bereavement during Lockdown. We are so reassured that she is in safe, caring hands, and making new friends now after difficult times. Thank you so much to all the wonderful team at Abbotsbury.
Staff sit with auntie is unsettled. Would recommend Abbotsbury for care to anyone.
When my partner was admitted to the home in September 2019, I was very upset, I was going to have to change my way of life. The manager and staff were most caring. Due to Covid-19 this year has been like no other. The manager and staff have been wonderful. They have kept me updated on my partner's progress each week when I phone. They have been caring about my health and wellbeing as well. I am no having a Covid test each Friday at the home so that I can visit my partner once again.
We felt we had failed our mum after looking after her ourselves for so long. The care, compassion and collaborative approach of this team is beyond compare. We still feel involved in decision making and contributing, yet not guilty as we are leaving her in such safe, loving hands. Thank you!
We are delighted to hear that the team there are providing loving and safe care for your mum. We are particularly pleased to hear the collaborative approach enables you to still feel involved in decision...
This place treated my Mum-in-law with such exceptional kindness, care and love, I find it hard to express how impressed I am.
Many thanks for your kind words for our staff team at Abbotsbury.
Our team at Abbotsbury will be very grateful that their hard work is recognised and appreciated.
On behalf of Abbotsbury and Bloomcare, we wish you and loved ones all the best.
Warm regardsMiki Nguyen.
Lovely small home. Staff are friendly and caring. Have been to see other homes in the area and this is by far one of the nicest homes I've visited. No smells, clean, airy. Highly recommended.
Home is really lovely. Staff have been amazing to my mother who has dementia. They really understand her needs and her diagnosis. They have helped alleviate my worries. Thank you.
My mother has been resident @Abbotsbury for 18 months and has received exceptional care during this time. She is very happy here and I am very grateful for the care which she receives.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 27 September 2022Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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News (0) & Events (0)
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 04 Oct 2020Recipient: Abbotsbury
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

My name is Lyndsey Rafferty, and I am delighted to introduce myself as the General Manager for Abbotsbury. With over 15 years of experience in the care sector, I bring a wealth of knowledge in both resident support and management.
I am fully qualified in all aspects of health and social care, including safeguarding and quality monitoring. My background has allowed me to build strong, transparent relationships with local authorities, the CQC and the families and friends who are integral to our residents' well-being. Together, I believe we can create a nurturing and joyful environment for your loved ones. My goal is to provide excellent care, structure and continuity, fostering a home where laughter and friendships thrive.
At Abbotsbury, we are dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming home for all our residents. We strive to bring love, care, kindness, and laughter into the lives of every person in our community. Our mission is to foster a supportive environment where everyone feels valued, respected and happy.
I am delighted to be part of the Bloomcare family.
Warm regards,Lyndsey
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