Laurel Court Care Home

1a Candleford Road, Palatine Road, Didsbury, Manchester M20 3JH
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9.8 77 Reviews
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Laurel Court provides residential, dementia, nursing, palliative and short-stay care for up to 91 residents in a well-connected home in Didsbury, South Manchester.

Situated near local shops, cafés and parks, the home is easily accessible by public transport, with a bus stop outside and the train station within walking distance. Laurel Court is divided into four self-contained households, including a nursing floor and a dementia-specific household. All bedrooms are single occupancy with en-suite facilities.

The landscaped garden features raised beds, colourful planting, and seating areas, while balconies offer outdoor space for residents upstairs. Residents enjoy gardening, wildlife watching, and visits from the home’s two friendly cats, Lily and Dolly.

Meals are freshly prepared by the in-house team, with menus shaped by resident input. Favourites range from traditional roast dinners to Caribbean curries and full English breakfasts. Baking sessions, birthday cakes and themed meals add variety and fun to the dining experience.

Life at Laurel Court includes music therapy, crafts, parties, church visits and the popular “Laurel Court’s Got Talent” show. Long-serving staff and chaplaincy support ensure care is personal, consistent, and grounded in community and compassion.

At Laurel Court, care isn’t just about support, it’s about creating a community where residents thrive. Whether you’re searching for yourself or a loved one, for residential, dementia, nursing, palliative or short-stay care, the team at Laurel Court are here to help.
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Care Provided by Laurel Court Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 91 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1293 – £1442
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1307 – £1494
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1593 – £1805

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Laurel Court Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Laurel Court Care Home to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Support you may be entitled to

If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Contact Laurel Court Care Home to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kelly Champkin (Care Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (91)

Laurel Court Care Home Reviews (77)

9.8

Laurel Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.842) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Laurel Court Care Home has 77 reviews.

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Review from Colin K (Husband of Resident) published on 4 December 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife agreed, reluctantly to go into Laurel Court to provide me with two weeks respite. Although she did not find the experience enjoyable she was full of praise for Laurel Court and was full of praise for the staff who she thought were wonderful and for the meals and accommodation. I cannot speak
too highly of the staff and the service given to my wife. I would certainly have no qualms in recommending the home to other people.
Reply from Alison Greenall, Home Manager at Laurel Court Care Home
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for the home. Your kind words are very much appreciated, and I am so glad you would recommend Laurel Court in the future.
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Review from Lorraine H (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 29 November 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My lovely mum-in-law lived here for 18 months up to here passing recently. She was very happy and loved. She was treated with the utmost dignity which is really important with dementia residents. The staff are lovely and caring and had a true affection for her. The home is bright and cheery with things
to do although my mother-in-law chose not to always join in. There is poetry and music and the team put on a great Thursday tea party during the hairdressing session. Food always looked good with plenty of choice and help to eat it if required.
Any illness or falls were quickly communicated and GP’s contacted immediately. The chaplain was always available for a chat regardless of denomination. She was a great comfort when required. I will miss my visits greatly.
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Review from G F (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am thrilled with the way my mum is looked after. She has been at Laurel Court since April 2018 and just has become happier. The staff, the carers, the activity co-ordinators, the cooks and the residents are wonderful. My mum is well looked after and participates in the many activities. She is not
lonely anymore and smiles a lot. So nice to see. Thank you Laurel Court.
Reply from Alison Greenall, Home Manager at Laurel Court Care Home
Thank you for your kind words, and for taking the time to write and send the review. I am extremely pleased that you are happy with your Mum's care and that you have noticed a marked improvement in…read more
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Review from Carolyn C (Friend of Resident) published on 24 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I find the care home to be comfortable and clean. The staff are very caring and attend to all needs that are required. From domestic up to management, all are very good. I have no problems or complaints. I am kept up to date with my friend's health and well being.
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Review from D S (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been at Laurel Court for over 2 years now. She has gone from strength to strength and now truly feels at home there. I am particularly impressed with the way in which all the staff treat the residents with respect and dignity. The atmosphere is fantastic and great effort is put into arranging
a variety of activities.
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Review from P G (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I visit every Thursday. The hairdresser is available and also two ladies that provide food and entertainment on the ground floor.
The atmosphere is always lively and fun.
The residents from all floors gather and have a really enjoyable afternoon.
Often outside entertainment is provided such as singers
or reptiles brought in for residents to handle and learn about. Always an enjoyable visit.
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Review from James H (Son of Resident) published on 5 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My father is very happy with the care and attention he receives from the staff. He is free to pursue his main hobby of oil painting in his room. His other interest is watching sport on TV which he is able to do in his room. Overall he is very contented in his environment.
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Review from Patrick H (Husband of Resident) published on 30 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
The care home in question most certainly deteriorated causing me concern and when notified of large increase in costs I seriously thought of looking elsewhere. I was contacted and informed of management changes and was impressed in what I heard and since what I have seen I am quite prepared to see how
things develop.
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Review from Andrea S (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 December 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My father recently moved to Laurel Court. He doesn't have dementia but he is very confused most of the time and has poor eyesight and very little mobility. The staff on his floor are wonderful. They are kind and helpful, always cheerful, no matter what is going on. I feel that they really make an
effort to look our for my dad and make time to chat with him. I can't visit often as I live abroad so knowing he is getting such kindness and care means a lot to me. The staff always make me welcome too when I visit. I want to also mention the manager who manages the home with care and efficiency.
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Review from Sue H (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our mother has lived in this care home for almost a year and seems to be very happy.
When she first arrived here she was not very well and quite anxious. However, due to the excellent care and attention she has received, she is now very relaxed and enjoys her time. The staff are all very caring and
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The management always responds promptly to any issues. Would recommend it.

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Review from E T (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everyone at the home, from cleaners, carers, chaplain, manager and clerical staff are so helpful, caring and nothing seems too much trouble.
My mother has settled in well due to this caring environment.
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Review from H M (Relative of Resident) published on 15 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Laurel Court provides a very caring and compassionate environment. As a goddaughter who lives many miles away. It is so reassuring to know that my godmother is being so well cared for. The care plan profile is very comprehensive and diligently completed on a regular basis. Nothing is too much trouble
for either resident or visitor. It is a comfort to know that the quality of care is excellent.
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Review from C C (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Due to my mother being a permanent resident she gets a lot of support from all the carers, especially her key worker. As she has suffered from dementia for quite a few years now, this is necessary. They do such good work, looking after all the residents that are here. She has been at Laurel Court
for 3 years now and does appreciate all that is done for her.
Reply from Judith Lathey, Home Manager at Laurel Court Care Home
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our service. It is very important to all of us here to try and make sure that our residents living with dementia have the personalised service that each…read more
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Review from Damien C (Son of Resident) published on 18 May 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mum has been resident at Laurel Court for just over a year. She is very happy and settled and enjoys her time there.
All staff show high standards of care, attention and genuine affection for the residents.
In all my family and I are content with my mum's care and are very grateful to have found such
a comfortable home for her.
Reply from Judith Lathey, Home Manager at Laurel Court Care Home
Thank you so much for giving your views on our Home. It is always a pleasure to care for your mum as part of our community.
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Review from Bob S (Husband of Resident) published on 3 May 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am delighted with the care that my wife is having at Laurel Court in Withington.
They made a considerable improvement to my wife's condition and her well being.
It is a great weight off my mind and she is very happy and contented in the home.
My wife had given up living and was neither eating or
sleeping when she was at home and would have died within weeks had she not left our home.
She now sleeps well, has put on over 2 stone and is very content in the care home.
Reply from Judith lathey, Home Manager at Laurel Court Care Home
Thank you for your review, I will be sure to pass on your appreciation to the team. It's always a pleasure to welcome you and your family into our community.
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Review from Dianne R (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 4 April 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot put into words the compassion, empathy and professionalism the staff in this home have for their service users. I witnessed all the staff going that extra mile for their service users and their families. It was a pleasure to have my father in law spend his last few months of life with such
wonderful caring people. You are ALL a credit to the caring profession and thank you so very much from the bottom of our hearts. As a ward manager myself in an NHS hospital, I would not hesitate at all in recruiting any of the lovely staff who work at this home and especially from the Burton Suite. Please never change the way you care, your jolly attitude and your compassionate empathetic natures. Thank you for all you give to those people coming to the end of their lives. It was a pleasure knowing our father/husband/grandad had the best care at the end of life. Again, thank you so very much.
Reply from Judith Lathey, Home Manager at Laurel Court Care Home
Thank you so much for your kind and very moving words. I am very proud of my team and the way they demonstrate the values so important to MHA in our care for our residents, and their families. I will…read more
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Review from Colin H (Husband of Resident) published on 24 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
People like myself are reliant on the care their partners receive. I am then happy with the way both she and myself are treated.
Reply from Judith Lathey, Home Manager at Laurel Court Care Home
Thank you so much for your kind words, I am very pleased that we are providing a service that supports residents and their families.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.842)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.842) out of 10 for Laurel Court Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 16 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.963 for Laurel Court Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (182 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 189 Ratings = 4.963
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.879 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Laurel Court Care Home is based on 16 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 91 registered maximum number of service users is 18.2. 16 Positive Reviews ÷ 18.2 = 0.879
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 13 Mar 2019

Overall Good

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  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Kelly Champkin

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2025

Kelly Champkin is the dedicated Home Manager at MHA Laurel Court and has been leading the home since May 2021. With a career in care that began in 2008, Kelly started as a community carer before progressing to care co-ordinator, then moving into residential settings as a Deputy Manager in 2013. Shortly afterwards, she stepped into her first Home Manager role.


Over the years, Kelly has gained extensive experience across a range of services, including residential, dementia, and nursing care. She holds NVQ Level 2 and 3 qualifications in Health and Social Care, along with a Level 5 qualification in Management and Leadership.


Kelly is passionate about creating a home where residents feel happy, comfortable, and valued. She is equally proud to work alongside a fantastic team who share her commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

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