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Lear House Residential Care Home

17 Darmonds Green, West Kirby, Wirral, Merseyside CH48 5DT
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Lear House Residential Care Home, Wirral

Lear House is a welcoming home offering residential care and respite for up to 24 older people with a range of care needs. Set in its own leafy grounds, within a quiet residential area of West Kirby, Lear House is still close enough to the centre of town to provide easy access to transport links, local shops and amenities.

There are multiple communal spaces throughout the home. Residents can enjoy the...  

Care Provided by Lear House Residential Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 33 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

We have a range of fees depending on the size and location of the room and the features available. Please contact us for availability and the exact room fee that would suit your requirements.

Contact Lear House Residential Care Home 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

Owner

  • Abbeyfield Hoylake & West Kirby Society Ltd
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned

Person in charge

  • Natalie Ditzel(Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2025
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (33)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (7)

Visiting

  • Visitors welcome any time although it would be preferred if lunch times could be avoided between 12 - 1.30pm

Parking

  • Car parking facilities available and can be reached via Bridge Road CH48 5EX (not Darmonds Green)

Lear House Residential Care Home Reviews (43)

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9.5

Lear House Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.501) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Lear House Residential Care Home has 43 reviews.

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Review from J D (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 June 2024 Submitted via Website
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I couldn't be more pleased with the love and care she has received while she has lived here. My mum has been very happy and said to a career that she looks at staff as her family now and doesn't wish to go anywhere else. She is now very near the end of life I am so glad she is here.

Reply from Ailsa Wright, Manager at Lear House Residential Care Home

Many thanks for your kind words and fabulous review, it's appreciated very much.

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Review from James M (Son of Resident) published on 21 June 2024 Submitted via Website
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Mum has been resident in Lear House since August 2023 when initially it was meant to be a temporary stay while we both went on holiday. Mum has dementia/Alzheimer's. She enjoyed her stay so much so that she didn't want to return home! I thought it would be a battle to get her to move as she was no longer able to look after herself at home despite daily care visits. From our point of view it is such a relief to know that she is safe, being looked after and, has company. The staff are first class and always provide me with a welcome and feedback when I go in.

Reply from Ailsa Wright, Manager at Lear House Residential Care Home

Many thanks for your kind words and fabulous review, it's appreciated very much.

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Review from Yvonne L (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 June 2024 Submitted via Website
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My mother has been a resident here for almost three years and I've always been so impressed with the care, general well-being, and entertainment and activities provided to the residents. She was reluctant to move from her home but needed the extra support and now she can't thank me enough for finding Lear House, every time I speak to her. She's happy, has met some wonderful new friends, and is kept busy with all the entertainment being provided on a daily basis. She's even started tap dancing again! The staff are marvellous, going above and beyond in everything they do; they know every resident personally and go out of their way to chat and ensure they have everything they need. I live in the US and I'm so grateful to everyone for providing me with peace of mind that my Mum is safe, happy, and well cared for.

Reply from Ailsa Wright, Manager at Lear House Residential Care Home

Many thanks for your kind words and fabulous review, we all appreciate great feedback here at Lear House. Mum loves her tap dancing!

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Review from Andrew H (Son of Resident) published on 20 June 2024 Submitted via Website
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My dad moved into Lear House following a 3-month stay in hospital and living at home with social care visits before that.
Although the first couple of weeks were difficult as he adjusted to a new environment and routine, I can honestly say that I have not seen him happier than he is now in a very long while. He is much calmer and more coherent than he had been for many years, despite the progression of his dementia. Living within the general population in the home, rather than in an isolated 'specialist' dementia area is hugely beneficial as he doesn't have to constantly process the difficult behaviour of other residents around him.
The staff are uniformly caring and kind in their dealings with my Dad and the other residents, he 'can't fault them'. Dealing with the admin staff was informative too, providing the right care and meeting my Dad's needs were always the top priority.

Finally, the atmosphere at Lear House is calm and homely, the staff put the residents' needs and wishes first.

Reply from Ailsa Wright, Manager at Lear House Residential Care Home

Many thanks for your kind words and amazing review. it's appreciated very much by us all.

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Review from Emma B (Resident / Service User) published on 29 June 2022 Submitted via Website
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Lear House has been the best experience for my Mum-in-law. Mum-in-law moved into Lear House from her home where she was living independently aged 96. All the carers and staff made the transition from home to care home seamless. It has been such a positive experience even though it was in the middle of the covid crisis. The staff excel at bringing out the best in her. She is so happy and has made friends with other residents and staff. She is so well looked after. She has her hair done weekly and always looks lovely and well presented. The Activities Coordinator is outstanding at providing a wide range of things for the residents to do and is great at getting the residents involved whether it is for the big events or just everyday fun. The food is delicious, there is a weekly menu provided for each resident. Mum-in-law has blossomed at Lear House. We as family have been made to feel really welcome. We cannot rate Lear House highly enough.

Reply from Ailsa Wright, Manager at Lear House Residential Care Home

Thank you very much for taking the time to send your amazing review and for your kind words. We all appreciate it very much.

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Review from Anne M (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 June 2022 Submitted via Website
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My mother transferred to Lear House Residential Care Home in December 2018 when she needed more support with day-to-day care. From day 1, I was impressed with the quality of care she received. Over time my mum became increasingly frail and her dementia deteriorated and the staff helped with and managed her increasing needs with kindness and courtesy. The staff were also always happy to provide updates by phone, which is essential when you live a long distance away. Anyone who visited my mum always commented how well cared for my mum was. The staff were always cheerful, kind and compassionate. In particular, the staff provided excellent care over my mum's last few weeks and months when she needed much greater help with all aspects of her personal care. Thanks to the staff at Lear House, my mum was able to spend her final weeks in familiar surroundings and was looked after by familiar and friendly faces, ensuring she felt as comfortable and safe as possible. Thank you to all at Lear House Residential Care Home!

Reply from Ailsa Wright, Manager at Lear House Residential Care Home

Thank you for finding the time to write such a lovely review about us, we all appreciate it.

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Review from David B (Son of Resident) published on 15 June 2022 Submitted via Website
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My mother has been a resident of Lear house for two plus years.
The staff are always friendly and attentive and could not have been more helpful during the pandemic with video calls and keeping relatives up-to-date with the latest protocols and encouraging visits in the pod whilst keeping the residents safe.
Food plays an important part of life in the home and the quality of the meals seems excellent and are always an important part of visit conversation. If it wasn't good, I'm sure we would soon be told!
There always seems a celebration of some kind whether a birthday or major holidays, Easter or Christmas, or one offs such as the Jubilee. The staff always go the extra mile with decorations to brighten up the home and activities to make the occasion an event!
A well-run, more friendly home with happy and attentive staff I think, would be hard to find.

As my mother says, 'we do have a laugh'

Reply from Ailsa Wright, Manager at Lear House Residential Care Home

Many thanks for taking the time to write such kind words in your amazing review, it's very much appreciated by us all.

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Review from K C (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 January 2022 Submitted via Website
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My mum spent her final years at Lear House and was always treated with courtesy, compassion, and care. All the staff were very kind and attentive, not only to mum's needs but also to those of her family. During the lockdown, they made sure that we were able to speak to her on a regular basis. Following this, they took care to make arrangements which meant we could see her when possible, while keeping her and all the other residents safe. There was also a wide range of activities to keep her engaged. When it came to mum's final days, the care she continued to receive was exceptional and this meant she was able to be comfortable and feel safe. Furthermore, as a family we were welcomed and supported through our difficult days. I highly recommend Lear House and would like to thank them for their compassion and kindness.

Reply from Ailsa Wright, Manager at Lear House Residential Care Home

Thank you for your kind words and review, it's very much appreciated by us all at Lear House. It was a pleasure to get to know your mum, she was such a lovely lady and loved by all.

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Review from Pamela D (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 August 2021 Submitted via Website
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Our much loved father moved into Lear House at the end of October and now almost 10 months later this wonderful care home has truly become his “home from home”! We feel so blessed to have found such a caring and loving home for our precious dad. The staff are absolutely amazing and are utterly dedicated to looking after those in their care. Nothing is too much trouble and they go above and beyond to ensure the residents are well looked after. As a family, we are always greeted with warm, friendly smiles and cheerful hearts. They are extremely attentive to Dad’s needs and it is heartwarming to witness their kindness and the genuine warmth of affection they obviously feel towards him. During these unprecedented times the staff have done their utmost to ensure the safety of residents and have done everything in their power to make sure contact has been maintained with loved ones. We are truly grateful to all the staff and cannot thank them enough for all they have done and continue to do.

Reply from Ailsa Wright, Manager at Lear House Residential Care Home

Many thanks for your kind words and amazing review, it means a lot to us all.

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Review from Pam D (Niece of Resident) published on 20 July 2021 Submitted via Website
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My aunt transferred to Lear House from a nearby Abbeyfield home that was closing, and as this was at the height of lockdown, we were very anxious as to how the move would go and that we weren't able to be on hand to help.
We are delighted with how well she has settled into her new home. She is not usually keen to join in with things, but the home provides a great variety of stimulating activities and she is now joining in with gusto!
When we were able to visit her in June, we were very impressed by the friendly, organised welcome we received.
It was lovely to see her looking so well and agree for, and she was chirpy and cheerful.

It's very reassuring to know how well she is being cared for, especially as we live 190 miles away!

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Review from Sandra M (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Throughout my mother's stay, she was treated with respect and care. She was continually watched by staff to enable her to proceed through the home independently, so maintaining her dignity. In the last few months, extra care and desire to enhance her quality of life was demonstrated. Staff went beyond their job description to facilitate all the residents and to produce an experience as new to their own homes. Whenever I had trouble - it was dealt with immediately.

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Review from Alison J (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother was a resident at Lear House for the last four years of her life. The care she received was excellent. She was mobile and active when she first arrived with some memory loss problems. In the last few years, she needed help with personal care and walking. The staff supported her in every way, were kind, cheerful and respectful. The family felt so blessed to have found such a wonderful home from home for our mother. There was good food, a relaxed and happy atmosphere, and plenty of activities if you wanted them. Well-appointed rooms, bright lounges and a pretty garden but most of all love and kindness.

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Review from Keith B (Nephew of Resident) published on 17 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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My aunt was a resident in Lear House for nearly 3 years, she was very well looked after during that time. Her room was well decorated, spacious and bright. All the facilities were very good, food, activities and staff. There were activities that also included family members. Overall, it is a good, well run care home which we would recommend to all.

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Review from John C (Son of Resident) published on 17 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Like many older people, my mother was a very independent lady and was reluctant to enter Lear House. Within a short time, however, she was completely at home. Her room was light and spacious but most importantly the staff treated her with both respect and with never-failing humour. I will always be grateful that the last two years of her long life were very happy ones.

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Review from Marilyn L (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 October 2019 Submitted via Website
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As a family, we are so grateful to all the staff at Lear House, who looked after our mum for over 5 years. Mum had dementia but she enjoyed all the activities (especially the music) provided at Lear House and she was very happy there. She was shown genuine kindness and love, especially in her difficult last few weeks, when the staff really went the extra mile to look after her.

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Review from Andy (Grandson of Resident) published on 25 March 2019 Submitted via Website
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Nan had a fall at home and was admitted to hospital. As a family, we decided it would be for the best if we found her a nursing home where she would be well looked after. After visiting several homes in the area, I arranged to visit Lear House. I was shown around the building and saw that it seemed like a place where Nan would feel at home. It was very clean and her room was a fantastic size with an ensuite bathroom. I met some of the staff who were extremely helpful and polite. Nan moved in and has settled in really well. She enjoys the many activities on offer and is really enjoying her meals. We worried she wouldn't settle because she has lived on her own for over 50 years, but the staff have encouraged her to join in and she is really benefiting from the social interaction. Overall I would recommend Lear House to anyone, because we know she is receiving a really high level of care from a great team of people.

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Review from Gareth L (Nephew of Resident) published on 27 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Perhaps the first point I would like to highlight is TRUST. I totally trust this care home to look after all the needs of my aunt and fully believe they will always act in her best interests. I cannot speak too highly of the staff both from a management and care perspective. No effort is spared to ensure my aunts stay is as happy and comfortable as possible.

The activities and entertainment offered are first class and involve much input from the local community. My aunt, despite her frailty, enjoys her time at this care home and most importantly feels safe and well cared for.

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Review from Wendy R (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mum and dad's wish many years ago was that they would reside in Abbeyfield in their latter years. Dad died 20 years ago and mum had been a resident for the last 4 years. As a family, we have been extremely pleased with the care, patience and support given to mum. It was a real home from home for her. Always smelt lovely and the staff could not do enough for her and us as a family. In my Eulogy at her funeral in February I said the following, "We cannot really express our feelings on how grateful we are for the care mum received during the 4 years particularly over the final weeks and the last weekend. As I have said to many people Lear House came into its own in its care of Mum, allowing me to stay and the rest of the family free access to be with her. The staff were wonderful with her and were able to reach her in ways we could not or found difficult to do.

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Review from Terry and Chris M (Friend of Resident) published on 26 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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When it became evident that our elderly long-term friend could no longer cope with living in her ‘Independent Living’ accommodation, we began the search for a suitable Residential Home in the Wirral area. This proved to be an exhaustive and eye-watering educative exercise for us, as part of our brief as Lasting Powers of Attorney for her was to ensure that any new accommodation should be to the highest level of quality her budget would allow. We embarked on several months of unannounced visiting and inspection of some fifteen local Homes which all fell into a similar price-range, (a single exception was where the weekly price was similar to the monthly price for the others and was thus excluded). Eventually, and with some relief, we found the Abbeyfield Trust’s joint premises of Lear House and its Elliot House annexe, in West Kirby. Here, we noticed an aura of happiness and laughter amongst Staff and Residents, highest levels of cleanliness and tidiness throughout the buildings and grounds, a generous and visible presence of care staff, and a sense of business professionalism: a combination of factors we had not seen at the other homes. There was no pervading smell of urine or cheap disinfectant, no shabbiness of décor, the Staff members were wearing identification uniforms, people were smiling and approachable, and the ambience was one of sincere welcome. Initially, our friend entered the smaller community of Elliot House, where she had been offered the opportunity of staying for a week’s Respite care, which she enjoyed so much that she wanted to take up residence immediately. Within 6 months she had moved into the larger Lear House, where she now has a room which, as part of the ongoing redecoration programme, has been colour-code painted to help her cope with her increasing dementia. We are confident that Lear House deals more than adequately with matters of medication, Doctor visits, matters of intimate washing and hygiene, her laundry, ensuring our friend’s daily dignity and pride in the clothes she wears, her weekly hairdressing events, chiropody, the extensive range of entertainment, and social events which include Burns’ Afternoons (complete with a Piping-in of the Haggis), Christmas Parties, Summer Fetes, and occasional Outings. She is particularly pleased with the high quality of the ‘home-cooked’ food and daily menus, and the pleasant staff who prepare it. Every time we visit our friend she thanks us for finding her this wonderful place to live. Additionally, each visit to our friend in Lear House is a joy for us, knowing she is being cared for so well.

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Review from Martin L (Son of Resident) published on 26 June 2017 Submitted via Website
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Over the past three and a half years, we have found Lear House the perfect place for our mother to reside. From living a fairly miserable and lonely existence at home, she now feels content and safe with all her needs catered for by a dedicated staff.
The personal care is second to none. In emergencies where intimate care is required, the staff deal with the situation with haste and good humour. Any concerns that may be raised eg. Is she remembering to clean her teeth? These are prioritised and attended to.

My mother, who suffers from dementia, has a new lease of life. The activities programme is varied and provides her with the company that she had previously missed at home. A beautiful Labrador (a therapy pet) visits weekly and it was an unforgettable moment to witness the mutual recognition between mum and this wonderful animal when I first saw them together. There have been occasional outings for those who are able, which mum particularly enjoyed, and I hope these will be repeated.

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Date: 04 April 2025
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Requires improvement
  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveRequires improvement
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeRequires improvement
  • Well-ledRequires improvement
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Ailsa Wright
Ailsa WrightJob Title:General ManagerJoined: 2014
Ailsa started life with the Society as Treasurer but became General Manager, following the retirement of the C.E.O. in September 2016.

Ailsa is committed to raising the profile of the Society for the benefit of all the residents and staff.

Peter Fletcher
Peter FletcherJob Title:Company SecretaryJoined: 2007

Peter joined the Society first as Administrator but was quickly moved to that of Chief Executive Officer where he remained for over 10 years. he recently took semi retirement and is remaining with the Society as Company Secretary.

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