Care Provided by Good Companions
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 26 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Good Companions for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Good Companions 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
- Benridge Care Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Lisa Connolly (Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages from 18 to 110
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 4
Room Information
- Single Rooms (24)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (18)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
Visiting
- All visitors welcome, however please avoid meal times, so as not to disturb residents.
Parking
- Room for 15 cars on site and free road side parking
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Good Companions Reviews (9)
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Review from Karen B (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 March 2024 Submitted via Website•
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After a 2-week hospital stay, it was clear Mum couldn't live alone in the short term, and the hospital wanted to discharge her to a care home. The first five I visited were dreadful. Thankfully Good Companions was next on my list. Immediately it had a great feel about it, it was warm and cheerful, and they had a nice room available. Mum moved in the next day. Since she's been there, she's brighter, happier, chattier, she's getting all the hydration and warm nutritious food she needs, and the managers are acutely attentive. Making the decision to place Mum in a care home setting was a personal ordeal, and finding such a place has rested my mind. I'm happy that Mum is so well cared for, the food is excellent and is presented beautifully - that effort speaks volumes. I've seen such kindness and patience towards the residents, it is heart-melting, and there are so many daily activities! We are delighted that this care home exists, and its 'Good' accreditation doesn't do it justice.
↩Reply from Lisa Connolly, Registered Manager at Good Companions
Thank you so much Karen. Your feedback means the world to us and brought tears to my eyes. A reminder of why we do what we do and the positive impact we can truly have in everyone’s lives.
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Review from Lesley H (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 October 2023 Submitted via Website•
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My mum was in Good Companions care home in August for two weeks respite. The management were really helpful in getting her in there while we went on holiday. My sisters said my mum was happy, clean, looked well and alert and appeared to be looked after and cared for when they visited her, while I was on away. They immediately contacted the family about any concerns or queries they had about my mum’s well being. Thank you all.
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Review from Wendy T (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 October 2023 Submitted via Website•
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My mother has been resident here for over twelve months, she has settled well and has lots of activities available to her to keep her occupied. Staff care for her exceptionally well and treat her with great respect. They adore her and she them. They handle her needs and demands to a very high standard of care. The Good Companions team are inspirational.
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Review from Jane P (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 October 2023 Submitted via Website•
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From the moment I arrived in Good Companions, I was met with friendly faces.
I was told that some of the staff have worked there for 20 years.
When we visited my mum after only a few days, she seemed better than she had for months, happier and more alert; she was saying how pampered she was and how lovely the food was.
Mum has vascular dementia and was always anxious at home, but now she seems alot happier.
The staff are all so lovely, kind and calm; they are loving to each and every resident.
We are so happy and relieved; it's a big weight off our shoulders.
I was told that some of the staff have worked there for 20 years.
When we visited my mum after only a few days, she seemed better than she had for months, happier and more alert; she was saying how pampered she was and how lovely the food was.
Mum has vascular dementia and was always anxious at home, but now she seems alot happier.
The staff are all so lovely, kind and calm; they are loving to each and every resident.
We are so happy and relieved; it's a big weight off our shoulders.
I cannot thank each and every one of the staff enough for all they do to ensure Mum is living the best life she can.
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Review from P G (Son of Resident) published on 3 October 2023 Submitted via Website•
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Good Companions was our clear number one choice having visited about half a dozen homes. This was mainly due to the look and feel of the home/room, but mainly due to the obvious care and attention given by the team, led by the amazing care manager. Throughout the entire time, we were in no doubt that Mum was being cared for, both professionally and with genuine love. The entire team became Mum's 'family' during which was a terrible time with lockdown, right up until she passed away. They very quickly learned of Mum's needs, despite her being unable to communicate through speech due to her condition and when she deteriorated, they always made her feel loved and respected. They made the whole ordeal so calming for all involved. It made our family feel so confident that she was being looked after all the time. We will forever be grateful to the care manager and the team for the genuine love and care that they showed Mum and would have no qualms at all about recommending Good Companions to anyone.
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Review from Karen M (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 October 2023 Submitted via Website•
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My mum is a resident at Good Companions EMI care home, an absolutely wonderful friendly home. The manager is outstanding at her job and goes out of her way for everyone, all the staff are wonderful with my mum she is very happy there. The home is so clean and the food is wonderful couldn’t ask for a better place for mum.
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Review from Andrew K (Son of Resident) published on 2 October 2023 Submitted via Website•
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My father has recently been in respite care at Good Companions. I am of the opinion that his stay was most enjoyable. The staff treated him with the utmost respect and dignity and the care was excellent in all aspects. The care manager was very supportive and readily available for any issues. Based on this experience, I would recommend Good Companions as a trusted and caring company. I would have no hesitation in putting my father in their care for any future occasions.
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Review from Dorothy H (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 October 2023 Submitted via Website•
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Mum has been cared for at Good Companions for 9 years, the care she has received is exemplary. Having had a terrible experience in the first care home we tried it was a massive relief to get Mum safe and cared for by people who understand dementia. Mum enjoys her food, it’s been excellent! Staff are always caring despite residents sometimes showing challenging behaviour. Activities are varied and frequent, even though Mum is now bedbound she is included when it’s possible. I am very grateful for the care Mum has received and do not hesitate to recommend Good Companions Care Home.
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Review from Joyce C (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 October 2023 Submitted via Website•
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When Mum started living here, I fully expected some of the care to not be very caring. This could not be further from the truth, as all staff demonstrate genuine care towards their residents. I believe that this comes from the dedication to care and respect shown by the manager, who I believe has dedicated her career to caring - she leads by example. I have seen residents truly enjoying life, and there is always an ‘occasion’ to enjoy, made all the more enjoyable by the top-class catering on offer; some of the homemade dishes (especially the cakes and desserts) would be appreciated in any restaurant.
Wonderful staff who deserve appreciation and thanks for the invaluable work they do.
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Date: 22 November 2023Overall
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- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Good Companions
What types of Care is Good Companions registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Good Companions have?
There are 24 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at Good Companions?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Good Companions to the centre of Southport?
1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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