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Summer Fields Care Home

52-58 Rock Lane West, Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, Merseyside CH42 4PA
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The care my dad is receiving is fantastic. The staff are lovelyL F(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Summer Fields Care Home, Birkenhead
Thank you all - you deserve a medal.Pat M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Summer Fields Care Home, Birkenhead
from the minute we walked into Summerfields we knew she would be happy there.Julie K(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Summer Fields Care Home, Birkenhead

Summer Fields Care Home specialises in the care of the elderly mentally infirm, and those living with milder forms of dementia. It offers long term residential care, respite, daycare and short term stay in a safe, warm and welcoming environment.

The home is a gorgeous period property located in a peaceful residential area.

It has a well-kept, lawned garden and sun deck, which residents make regular use of during warmer periods....  

Care Provided by Summer Fields Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 50 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
  • 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
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential Care£1,065 - £1,153£1,065 - £1,153

Contact Summer Fields 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

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Andy Newbolt (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2023
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (50)

Visiting

  • Encourage families and friends to visit as often as possible and support people to go out with loved ones.

Parking

  • Summer Fields Care Home have 2 car parks please use the big car park at the front of the home, as this leads to the main reception.

Summer Fields Care Home Reviews (54)

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9.2

Summer Fields Care Home has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.173) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Summer Fields Care Home has 54 reviews.

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Review from Liz B (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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The staff were always lovely, and, unprompted, they provided us, as a family, with a picnic in the gardens on my Dad’s 90th birthday! Mum really enjoyed seeing us all together. The picnic was lovely and a really kind thought. The manager was always nothing but accommodating, and called me when I had emailed him with a list of questions that I needed answering, just the usual sort of anxious questions that anyone would have in their first experience of having a relative in a care home. He addressed all my concerns and was reassuring and professional. When mum left Summerfields in October, a vase (not valuable, but precious to me, as was my grandmother’s) had gone astray in the move. A staff member on mum’s floor went above and beyond, weeks after Mum had moved out, to locate the vase – which she did! – and she took the time and trouble to keep in contact with my Dad. Such a kind thing to do, and very much appreciated by us. I commend Summerfields for the care that they provided

Reply from Andy Newbolt, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home

Thank you for your kind comment, Liz. We know how loved your mum is by you and your family, and we know how important it is for you to trust those who look after her. We hope you have felt a good rapport between your family and our staff. We hope your Mum has settled in well in her new home. Please pass on our best wishes for her from all of us at Summerfields. Regards Andy

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Review from Pat M (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 December 2020 Submitted via Website
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Our mum passed away today in this wonderful caring place. I’ll be forever thankful that the staff in this brilliant home were there in her final hours, where we couldn’t be. Thank you all - you deserve a medal.

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Review from L F (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 August 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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The care my dad is receiving is fantastic. The staff are lovely and all seem to treat residents as part of their family. During the COVID lockdown staff have cared for protected residents brilliantly. Thank you all.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home

Thank you for your lovely feedback, we appreciate your feedback this helps us to improve the quality of care that is delivered. We hope to see you soon.

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Review from Anita A (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 July 2020 Submitted via Website
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I would like to say a huge thank you to all the staff for making mum feel so welcome. She joined Summer Fields Care Home in June during the coronavirus and although we could not see inside the care home you could tell how much care they provide. We have always been kept up-to-date. I met up with mum in their new pod after not being able to see her for a few weeks and it was emotional and lovely. Thank you so much to everyone at Summer Fields.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home

I am so glad to hear that the visiting pod is a success. Thank you for your kind words, I am glad to hear you feel like your mum had a good welcome to Summer Fields.

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Review from Samantha T (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 June 2020 Submitted via Website
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I would like to say a massive thank you to all the staff at Summerfield Care Home. Mum was transferred there 2 weeks ago from the hospital. It has been hard during this Coronavirus lockdown as I couldn't view it nor enter. Mum seems to have settled in really well. The staff have been amazing and have kept me updated about mum. I visited mum in the pod yesterday and am so grateful to have seen her. She looked so well and cared for and the carers are so accomodating. From the bottom of my heart thank you for caring for her, it's amazing to know she is in safe hands.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home
This is great to hear, I know it is an emotional time, and we are grateful that we have the pod so you can see your mum.

Thank you for your feedback, this means a lot to the staff, and we hope to see you soon.

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Review from Sonia B (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 June 2020 Submitted via Website
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Social Services recommended this Care Home for my Dad during the Coronavirus lockdown so I couldn’t view it nor enter. But having read the good reviews, I agreed. Dad has really settled in thanks to the genuine staff and when I took Dad it was heartbreaking for me but because the deputy manager was so friendly upon our arrival, I knew Dad would be safe and well cared for in Summer Fields. The gardens are well kept and the rooms are nice. Staff keep me updated about Dad which is so appreciated. I would like to thank the staff for all that they do for my lovely Dad and hopefully, I can meet you all one day soon. Stay safe, so much thanks to you all.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home

Thank you for your lovely response, we really appreciate it and we cannot wait to meet you, we are working hard to keep everyone safe.

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Review from P T (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 May 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very happy with the care Mum receives.

Possibly more carers and 1 management needed on weekends.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home

Thank you for the positive feedback. It's always appreciated. Please be assured that while management are not in the home during the weekend, the home is not left without qualified supervisors. We have Team leaders on shift as well as our senior care staff to ensure continuity of care. Management...  

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Review from B T (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 May 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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From the first meeting with the assistant manager, I knew this was the right place. All staff are amazing and nothing is too much. They keep us informed all the time if there are any issues. Mum has improved since being there and I feel it is the fact she has company and gets involved. Previous to going to the home she would be on her own not going out or doing anything, all she had was family visits.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home

This is lovely to hear. Thank you for such positive feedback and continued support for all of the staff. It's very much appreciated.

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Review from Carolyn K (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 19 May 2020 Submitted via Website
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My Nan turned 100 in October last year and the staff and other residents were amazing. Nothing is ever too much trouble for this team. They keep the residents entertained, engaged and are always thinking of new things to do. I have visited the residence many times and the place is always clean, the residents happy and the staff seriously amazing. I would high recommend.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home
Hi thank you for your feedback, the 100th party was lovely happy times, I will send the feedback to the staff as I know they will appreciate this. We hope to see you soon.

Love from all at Summer Fields.

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Review from Roberta C (Wife of Resident) published on 19 May 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am very happy with the care that is given. Nothing is too much trouble. The food is very good.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home
Thank you so much for your positive review, we hope to see you very soon.

Love from all At Summer Fields.

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Review from B F (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 15 May 2020 Submitted via Website
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Due to the recent outbreak of covid19 virus and everyone on lockdown, it is hard for everyone to see their loved ones and especially when they are living in care. We as a family are very close to our nan and the staff have gone out of their way at this very difficult time to keep all residents safe and to video call the family so we can see our loved ones. This is amazing as we get to see them face to face and talk as if we are with them. I can not thank Summerfield Care Home and staff enough. I know my Nan is well looked after and treated like family, I know she is in safe hands and I do not have to worry about her. I enjoy my call from her, all thanks to the staff you're doing an amazing job, everyone. Thank you so much.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home

This is such a lovely review, thank you so much for your kind words, I will pass these lovely words to the staff. The staff have said they are looking forward to seeing you all again, your cakes and cup of teas and friendly faces are missed.

Love from all At Summer Fields

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Review from Jayne H (Wife of Resident) published on 5 May 2020 Submitted via Website
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My dear husband has young-onset Alzheimer's disease. Summer Fields originally took care of him on an extended respite in December 2019 while I searched for a permanent home for him. During this time I spent a lot of time in the care home to teach the staff about him because he cannot speak and you have to know him really well to communicate with him and read him. I arrived randomly at all times of the day and observed first hand how every shift of staff was dedicated, caring and efficient and the first-rate quality of the food, care and clinical care that all residents received. I was welcomed and kept fully informed and involved in everything pertaining to his care.

The staff begged me to choose Summer Fields for him because they had grown so fond of him and I realised that this was the case and was sure that he could not be in a better place. I believe that suspending visiting weeks before lockdown has saved lives. It is clearly well run.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home

Thank you for your support and kind words this means a lot to the staff and we hope to see you again soon. Love from all at Summer Fields

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Review from Jimmy H (Son of Resident) published on 5 May 2020 Submitted via Website
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Excellent care home who responded to the Covid-19 outbreak with thorough professionalism. Closed home well before lockdown, having the resident's safety and wellbeing in mind, and throughout have kept in touch to keep me informed of my Mums care and all actions taking place within the home to keep the resident's safe.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home
Thank you for the comment, don't forget we can always arrange to video call if needed I know that the staff would love to say hello!

Love from all at Summer Fields

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Review from Linda E (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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Staff and management excellent. Mum's room is very good. I am very happy with the Summer Fields Care Home. Food is excellent. Staff very caring.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home
Thank you very much for your review of Summer Fields. I will ensure this positive comment is passed onto the staff for their hard work.

Thanks, Kelly.

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Review from L F (Niece of Resident) published on 21 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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My aunt is a temporary resident waiting for an assessment. The staff seem helpful and kind. She enjoys the food. Some parts of the home could do with a lick of paint but on the whole, is very clean.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Home Manager at Summer Fields Care Home
Many thanks for your lovely review, the staff at Summer Fields are dedicated to the home and the people who are living at Summer Fields permanent or temporary.

The painting is on our action plan and is a priority.

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Review from Julie K (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 January 2019 Submitted via Website
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While visiting a number of care homes for our mum, from the minute we walked into Summerfields we knew she would be happy there. Staff are great with mum and all other residents they all have a great rapport.
Mum is well looked after and encouraged to take part in various activities.
Her room is clean, warm and cosy but to be fair is not unlike a hotel room as only used for sleeping in at night.
We were even invited to have dinner with Mum there on Christmas day which I thought was a lovely gesture from the home itself as we couldn't bring Mum out due to her ailments.
I can't fault any of the staff, they are all great, from management to care staff, they go above and beyond the call of duty and anyone that says otherwise has me to answer to! We wanted the best for our mum and in choosing Summerfields we know we made the right choice.

Keep up the good work Summerfields.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Registered Manager at Summer Fields Care Home

Thank you for your lovely feedback Julie, we do strive to ensure all people who are at Summer Fields have person-centred care. I will ensure that I communicate this review with all staff, your mum is well loved by all at Summer Fields.

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Review from Nicki K (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 15 January 2019 Submitted via Website
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Cannot thank the staff enough for the care they give to my nan. They do an amazing job, I cannot single any of the carers out because they are all fantastic. My nan has been ill over the past couple of weeks and even though they have a lot of people there to care for, they have made sure my nan has had the best care they could give everyone. They are an asset to the home and residents. You are all amazing and do a fantastic job.

Reply from Kelly Crabtree, Registered Manager at Summer Fields Care Home

Thank you Nicki for your review, your feedback is very encouraging and we will ensure that the care your Nan is happy at Summer Fields, I will pass your fantastic review to the staff at Summer Fields.

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Review from Peter K (Son of Resident) published on 16 November 2018 Submitted via Website
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My mum's social worker recently recommended Summerfield Care Home for my mum to have some respite.
I highly recommend Summerfield Care Home.

The carers and management are genuine and give proper care. One of the carers is giving up her Sunday morning to take my mum to church and getting in half an hour early so she can walk my mum there. Amazing! Also, she has done a painting and I popped in 10 minutes ago and there she was in the cinema, drinking a small glass of wine with cheese and biscuits enjoying a good film with her friend. This gives me so much peace of mind knowing my mum is getting the best care anyone could possibly give her thank you, Summerfield, I haven't seen my mum so happy for years.

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Review from Gary B (Son of Resident) published on 15 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Overall, a very good provider of care.

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Review from Harry V (Friend of Resident) published on 23 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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I visit my friend usually three times a week and take him out for the morning or afternoon.

I am always greeted warmly by members of staff who are very attentive to my friend's needs. The staff are multi-racial which adds colour and diversity and great friendship among them. A very happy atmosphere is always present. "Thank you all".

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 17 May 2018
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Good
  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeRequires improvement
  • Well-ledGood
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Andy Newbolt
Andy NewboltJob Title:Home Manager

I have worked with Your Health Group for almost three years. I enjoy being a part of a team that is making the lives of our residents as happy and comfortable as possible, ensuring that their care needs are met each and every day.

My care career began 18 years ago, and over the years I have developed a vast knowledge of Dementia and what it takes to provide an excellent standard of care to those who are vulnerable and dependent on others. I have progressed from kitchen assistant to senior care team and now Home Manager, completing my NVQs in Health and Social Care and a Diploma Level 5 in Management and Leadership.

I really do love my job and the challenges it brings each day - every day really is different. It means so much when you see the people you look after not only living happily but thriving. I have an incredibly dedicated team working alongside me. They, and the rewards of the job, are why I will always enjoy this job, even after 18 years!

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