
A very well run home with excellent staff who make everyone feel valued and comfortableRobert(Ex Family Member)

The staff are wonderful and very caring and go above and beyondEmma D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Dad has settled well here in a caring environment and that means the world to us as a family.C J(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

A very well run home with excellent staff who make everyone feel valued and comfortableRobert(Ex Family Member)

The staff are wonderful and very caring and go above and beyondEmma D(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Dad has settled well here in a caring environment and that means the world to us as a family.C J(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Abbotsfield Care Home was established in 1983 and is conveniently located on Abbey Road in Barrow-in-Furness.
Abbotsfield Care Home is able to accommodate up to 26 residents, which allows the home to maintain a homely and friendly atmosphere. The home is also able to offer companion bedrooms for those couples who wish to share.
The outstanding staff team is led by the Registered Manager who has considerable experience in the care industry....
Care Provided by Abbotsfield
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Contact Abbotsfield 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
- PH Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Ruth McGrady (Registered Manager)
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2020
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (24)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (24)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
Visiting
- No restriction on visiting times
Parking
- Onsite parking available
Abbotsfield Reviews (28)
Abbotsfield has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.708) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Abbotsfield has 28 reviews.
My brother is being cared for with great care and support.
Thankyou for taking the time to leave a review, we really appreciate it!
I stayed at Abbotsfield for two weeks respite care.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review following your respite stay at Abbotsfield Care Home.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the activities, the company of other residents and the warm atmosphere within the home. It is lovely to know that our team made you feel welcome and...
When I picked her up at the end of her stay, she was not wearing her hearing aids, and I'm unsure if she was consistently helped to put her hearing aids in each day.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review following your Mum's respite stay at Abbotsfield Care Home.
We are delighted to hear that she was made to feel welcome from the moment she arrived and that she enjoyed taking part in activities during her stay. It is lovely to know that she...
I'd like to give a special 'shout out' to Simone, she always goes out of her way to update me on mums care and wellbeing.
Thank you for your lovely review of Abbotsfield Care Home. We are delighted to hear that your mum has settled so well and is happy living at the home. It is wonderful to know that you always receive a warm welcome and that our teams care and support for residents, families and colleagues is...
Amazing activities
Great food.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the friendly atmosphere within the home, along with the activities and food. Our team works very hard to create a warm, engaging and enjoyable environment for all of our residents and visitors, so...
Her food intolerances were established and then enquiries were made into what she enjoyed to eat. There was never any issue when she was taken out and stayed away for tea.
It put my mind at rest she was safe and looked after by a caring team.
I came to visit my friend's mam who is staying for 2 weeks' respite care. I was pleasantly surprised by the home, the way it was run, the cleanliness, the way the residents were treated and the sheer amount of activities and nice things going on each day. This is important to keep the residents' brains active. Some of the ladies were proud to show off their painted nails! Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your lovely feedback following your visit to Abbotsfield.
We're delighted to hear that you were pleasantly surprised by the home and that our team, environment, and daily activities made such a positive impression. It means a great deal to us that...
The staff are super friendly, dedicated and caring. My relative speaks highly of both day and night shift staff, and we have no complaints about how he is cared for.
I find everyone very helpfull.
Abbotsfield is a very pleasant place, and we are delighted with the level of dedication and love shown by the staff.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a kind and thoughtful review.
We are absolutely delighted to hear how happy you are with the care your mother is receiving at Abbotsfield. It means a great deal to our team to know that their dedication, compassion and personalised approach are...
Televisions in the bedrooms - there is an absence of remote controllers, it is difficult to work out how to use the television.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. Were really pleased to hear that your mum is well looked after and that youve found the activities to be well organised with a good variety of options available.
Were also grateful for your comments regarding the televisions in the...
Always a warm welcome the minute you step inside the door. I am impressed by the varying daily activities that seem to be enjoyed by the residents. My Brother has had a difficult year and he now settled.
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We're so pleased to hear that you always receive a warm welcome when you arrive. It means a great deal to know that your brother is now settled, especially after a difficult year. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We are obviously very anxious about our dad coming into Abbotsfield. We need not have worried at all. The staff are thorough and efficient, caring, kind and attentive. Our dad is happy, relaxed and safe. A home from home. It is a clean, beautiful building with a fantastic mix of residents. Dad joins in the activities and is much more sociable than he ever was at home on his own. Thank you to the Abbotsfield staff, you have made our family a much happier one!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. Were delighted to hear that your dad has settled in so well at Abbotsfield and that he feels happy, relaxed and safe with us. Its lovely to know hes enjoying the activities and becoming more sociable thats exactly what we hope for all our residents....
Visit regularly and always find the home in a tidy and clean condition. The staff are friendly and helpful towards myself and the residents. The manager is always available and helpful with any assistance I may need.
Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Its lovely to hear that you always find the home clean and welcoming, and that our team and manager have been so supportive. Your comments mean a lot to us all.
The food always seems varied and nutritious. Abbotsfield is well maintained and always spotlessly clean. Mum's room is lovely and has a nice view, but it would be nice if the walls were more colourful. Cannot thank the devoted staff enough. The entertainment, trips and celebration days are fantastic.
Thankyou for your kind words, we are really pleased that you are delighted with the care and support that your mum is receiving. If you would like to pop in and talk to the Manager, she can discuss some colour options with you and your Mum for her bedroom.
There are plenty of activities, and one is treated with dignity.
The staff are always lovely and welcoming,
Thank you so much for your kind words. Were delighted to hear that Barry feels happy, content and safe at Abbotsfield thats exactly what we strive for. Its also lovely to know you feel welcomed when visiting and that the activities and dignity of care are appreciated. Well be sure to share your feedback with the whole team.
Welcoming and friendly staff. Residents are treated with dignity and compassion. Plenty of activities and very good food. Dad has really settled here after a difficult few months, and we are relieved that he feels safe and 'at home'.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that your dad has settled in and now feels safe and at home with us. Our team work hard to provide a warm welcome, meaningful activities and great food, so its wonderful to know this has made such a difference after what must have been a difficult time for you all. We will make sure your feedback is shared with the whole team.
Today was such a sad day as my dad who was a resident here for last 18mths with dementia had to move on to a Nursing Home. During dads time here his care and communication from staff has been fantastic. He was treated with loving care, dignity and respect. He settled straight away and made new friends and loved the staff. Staff are all lovely, friendly and very welcoming to all families. We are all going to miss Abbotsfield and the staff so much. Thank you all for everything you do. Such a fantastic, hard working, caring team.
Thankyou for taking the time to leave a review, we really appreciate it. I have passed your kind words onto our amazing care team.
My mother was a resident here from May 2023 until her death in January 2025. The care she received from the staff was second to none, especially during the last 2 months of her life when she required palliative end-of-life care. Two sensor staff and three other staff came to her funeral church service. They showed my mam and our family genuine care and support, as did the local manager at the home. Nothing was too much trouble.
Thankyou for taking the time to leave a review. We are very grateful for your kind words and will pass them onto the care team.
In January this year we had to make the very difficult decision to move my mum in to a care setting following a hospital admission. The staff at Abbotsfield have made this transition so much easier for us as a family and my mum. The care my mum receives is excellent and she is well looked after.
Thankyou so much for leaving us a review. We will pass your kind words onto the care team - they will really appreciate it!
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 16 June 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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Meet the Team (1)

Ruth McGardy joined PH Care Group and Abbotsfield Care Home in 2025.
She started in domiciliary care as a Group Training Manager and, through dedication and professional growth, progressed to her current role as Registered Manager.
With many years of experience in the health and social care sector, Ruth is committed to delivering the highest standards of care and ensuring every resident receives compassionate, person-centred support.
Frequently Asked Questions about Abbotsfield
What types of Care is Abbotsfield registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders, Alcohol / Drug Misuse are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Abbotsfield have?
There are 24 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at Abbotsfield?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Abbotsfield to the centre of Barrow-in-Furness?
1.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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