
As a family we would like to thank the whole team at SandstonesM W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

It is so important to us as a family to know she is safe and cared for by the Sandstone team.Janice A(Niece of Resident/Service User)

There are not enough words to describe the amazing caring staff at SandstonesPaula C(Wife of Resident/Service User)

As a family we would like to thank the whole team at SandstonesM W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

It is so important to us as a family to know she is safe and cared for by the Sandstone team.Janice A(Niece of Resident/Service User)

There are not enough words to describe the amazing caring staff at SandstonesPaula C(Wife of Resident/Service User)

Sandstones in Wallasey is situated within a mile of the River Mersey estuary on the Wirral.
The home provides residential and dementia care for up to 35 customers in homely and comfortable single ensuite rooms and continues to welcome new residents for permanent care and can also support respite and shorter stays.
Care staff recognise that everyone is an individual. They work hard to get to know customers, build relationships and...
Care Provided by Sandstones
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 35 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
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees can vary depending on care needs and other factors. Colleagues at Sandstones will be happy to discuss our weekly fees with you and what our fees include.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Sandstones for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Sandstones 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
- Anchor
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Ben Lloyd (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1990
Room Information
- Single Rooms (35)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at Sandholme Fold.
Parking
- Onsite parking is available, including disabled spaces.
Sandstones Reviews (77)
Sandstones has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.511) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sandstones has 77 reviews.
The staff at Sandstones are amazing! They have been so caring and friendly to my mum and have always made me feel welcome and free to visit her any time I wish. Over the time she has been with them, she has been well cared for with her health needs monitored and personal preferences discussed. Some members of staff have gone above and beyond in helping her and making her smile. If at any point I have needed to discuss her care with management, they have responded to my enquiries efficiently and with good outcomes. It is reassuring as a relative to know she is safe and has somebody on hand 24/7 for help if required. Thank you team Sandstones for your kindness and hard work.
All of the staff here deserve a medal. It takes very special people to care for others. Without exception, all of the staff are wonderful and caring. My dad is 90 with health issues but at last, I can sleep at night knowing he is getting the care and attention he needs. He was very poorly when he first went into care and is now looking better than ever. Thank you to you all, you are amazing.
I have been visiting my brother since May 2023 and there has always been a lovely atmosphere here at Sandstones. I see different members of staff and all are polite, helpful and welcoming. I believe that a happy place with happy staff and residents is a sure sign of excellent management. My brother's contentment here is so reassuring, so I know that this is the best place with the best care for him. I wish to take this opportunity to thank them all for their kindness.
I feel confident that Mum is well cared for and that staff will alert me to any issues. The staff appear to be kind and treat Mum with dignity. The only thing I feel may need to be worked on is some of the activities, such as watching a film or having afternoon tea, because these are part of the usual routine anyway, not additional. Also, I was hoping the residents might be taken out sometimes, otherwise, excellent.
Since moving into Sandstones, Mum has become more social, chatty and generally happier due to the encouragement of staff to interact with others. I have witnessed the staff with many residents, and they know them all and treat them and their individual needs with real care and compassion, always with a smile, even in difficult circumstances. The environment and all staff are always welcoming, and visiting is a pleasure, often with grandchildren and pets. I am now more relaxed knowing Mum is safe and happy. Thank you to all Sandstones staff.
I am really pleased with the care my mum is given. She has been a resident here since August 2019. The staff are friendly and very helpful, nothing is too much trouble. I can sleep easily knowing that my mum is in safe hands. Highly recommended.
I am very happy living here and cannot fault anything.
Thank you so much for looking after my mum so well. Your staff are fantastic; they work very hard, are so empathetic, loving and caring. Your home has a wonderful atmosphere, and the residents all seem to be very happy. I recommend you highly!
I attended Sandstones for a pre-arranged garden visit. I arrived on time and was shown into the garden with no delay. My aunt was also ready for the meeting. She was happy and well-tuned out, and it was a pleasure to see her so well after a long hiatus. Thank you.
Very pleased with every aspect of the home; staff are very welcoming, great with the residents, the residents are well looked after, and the meals are fantastic. Couldn't ask for anymore with looking after my mother.
Mum is safe and so well cared for, and I’m not sure we could never thank the team enough for their care and support. A truly wonderful home and incredible staff.
My parents have been in Sandstones for 12-months, and they are in the best place in my opinion. They both have different needs, and their illnesses are very challenging for them both. The team at Sandstones have welcomed Mum, Dad and us as a family from the moment we all became a part of the Sandstones family. They keep us informed of anything that has happened with Mum and Dad. All through the most challenging time through Covid when the team have been under pressure, they have never shown it. They greet us with smiles and display tireless energy and commitment to providing the best possible care to Mum and Dad. They truly care for them. They are very well looked after, always well dressed and clean. Their rooms are lovely, and the atmosphere in the home is lovely, welcoming and homely. I couldn't recommend Sandstones highly enough.
Mum has been resident here for nearly 2 years now and has been looked after extremely well. This year has been very difficult due to the restrictions imposed because of government guidance regarding COVID 19, however, the home has coped well given the circumstances. The introduction of the app which allows electronic communications with Mum has been a really good added bonus.
Sometimes my Mum might not remember what she has been up to, so but it makes such a difference popping onto Sandstones Facebook page and seeing how she has been with baking, painting or singing.
You are always reassured to get in touch, I have never felt I could not ring.
The atmosphere of love, care and efficiency, which I felt over two years ago is still shining through today.
I highly recommend Sandstones what they willing offer and work hard for is our relatives.
I feel completely at ease that my mother is being well looked after by the staff at Sandstones. I know she is being cared for by staff who are friendly and committed to their residents. The food is excellent, and the home is kept very clean.
I can't praise them enough!
The home is always warm and welcoming, whilst being clean and fresh.
Although my Grandad doesn't always participate in the activities, the home offers a wide variety of activities and outings which are displayed clearly on the noticeboard for residents and visitors.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the staff and management have ensured all infection prevention and control measures are in place to prevent the spread of this virus and to maintain the health and wellbeing of the residents. This has been a success and their hard work is much appreciated by myself and my family. Thank you.
Sandstones is an excellent Care Home providing quality care for a range of residents with dementia and physical difficulties. Residents' rooms are spacious and always beautifully clean and well maintained. The staff always treat the residents with respect and consideration at all times. Family members are encouraged to visit residents throughout the day. Communication between the Care Home and family members is excellent. I can't recommend this Care Home highly enough.
I cannot speak highly enough of Sandstones Nursing Home. The staff, both care and office staff, are amazing and nothing is too much trouble. As a family, we are always made to feel welcome. Before lockdown, there was always something going on in the afternoon to entertain the residents.
My mother was admitted on a temporary basis after a short illness. It soon became clear that she would be unable to return home but from the moment she was admitted she was made to feel welcome and part of their family. The staff actually enjoy their roles within the home, always a smile and a friendly word for visitors and residents alike. Nothing is too much trouble and they encourage everyone to get involved in the daily activities, even the visitors, if something is on when you visit, join in. Cleanliness is paramount here and the chef makes all the meals from scratch with varied menus. I could not wish for better care for my mum and the main thing is she is very happy and loved at Sandstones.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 18 September 2019Good
- CaringOutstanding
- 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.
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News (3) & Events (0)
- 19 Dec 2025
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- 09 Oct 2024
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- 08 Oct 2024
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