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The building was previously a 17th Century farmhouse and has been converted in a luxury care home, which specialises in providing nursing care for older people and people living with dementia as well as adults with enduring mental health difficulties.
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Care Provided by Douglas Bank Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 40 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Please note: Fees exclude Funded Nursing Care. Please enquire with the home for full pricing list.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Douglas Bank Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Douglas Bank Nursing 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)
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 £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- We Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- John Holland(Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2018
Room Information
- Single Rooms (32)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (16)
Parking
- Parking is available on site
Douglas Bank Nursing Home Reviews (47)
Douglas Bank Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.672) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Douglas Bank Nursing Home has 47 reviews.
Since my dad has moved into Douglas Bank, the staff have always treated my dad and us as a family with care and respect. We get updates of any changes to my dad.
Thank you very much for taking the time and trouble to review Douglas bank, your kind comments and ratings are very much appreciated. Kind regards
I have been at Douglas Bank for one week following a long stay in hospital. The staff have been very thorough in identifying and accommodating my needs and the carers friendly and welcoming.
Thank you for choosing Douglas Bank during your recovery journey. We are thrilled to hear that our staff took great care of you and made you feel comfortable. It was our pleasure to accommodate your needs and we hope to see you again soon!
Dad has settled in very well at Douglas Bank. All the staff are friendly, helpful & professional. the premises, lounges, rooms etc are well kept, clean & homely. My reasons for choosing Douglas Bank was because it's less clinical & more homely. I feel happy & reassured knowing Dad is cared for at Douglas Bank.
Thank you very much for taking the time and trouble to review Douglas Bank. We very much appreciate your 5star ratings and the comments relating to the team and the home, it is appreciated. Kind regards.
I am really enjoying living at the nursing home and it feels homely and my family enjoy visiting me here as made to feel at home. I have a lot of care requirements and I feel like these needs are met and that I am included in all decision making i.e. choosing clothes, meals and including me in all activities. The staff treat me with great respect and dignity and wash, dress and feed me. I feel like nothing is too much trouble, as well as my care needs the staff always make sure to have a chat when checking on me.
How good it is to have a review from a resident, who can tell us exactly what life is like at Douglas Bank. Thank you for taking the time and trouble to review both the home and the care provided. To hear you say 'nothing is too much trouble' is a great testament to the team. Kind regards
My dad moved into Douglas Bank in March 2024, it is the third nursing home he has been in, the first two could not cope with his needs. He enjoys his meals, he is always clean and tidy and dressed nicely. His room is always clean as well as the visiting areas. All the staff are friendly and approachable and nothing is too much trouble. Dad is happy here.
Thank you for your ratings and comments, to know your dad is 'happy' and all is done to support him, is all we need to know. Kind regards
My neighbour seems much more settled here than in the previous car home. I think it's partly due to the staff who stop for a chat with her, cheer her up. The TV is in a good position and not at the end of a long room, as you see in many places. All small things, but they make a difference.
Thank you very much for taking the time and trouble to review our home. We appreciate the feedback. Kind regards
Mum has only been at Douglas Bank for a few weeks. She is thriving with the superb care and support she is receiving.The staff are always warm and welcoming when we visit. We can rest now assured that she is getting top shelf care.
What a wonderful review for Douglas Bank, we do appreciate both your comments and ratings for the home. Everyone works so hard to ensure that the care provided to our residents is of the highest standard, it's great to see their commitment to quality care is recognised. Kind regards
The staff are very caring and take a lot of interest in my mum and are learning lots about her, which is helping mum settle really well. The staff listen to our family and have put in place lots of lovely things for mum. Nothing is too much trouble. Mum is getting a lot of stimulation and is thriving. our family is very grateful for all the support for mum.
Thank you for taking the time and trouble to write a review for Douglas Bank, we do appreciate it. The team will be so pleased that you have said 'nothing is too much trouble', everyone works so hard and with such kindness. Kind regards
Mum has hygiene issues, so I hope helpers look after her when in the bathroom and keep her hands clean and nails short. After only a week or so, I can see lots of caring helpers doing the right thing.
Thank you very much for taking the time and trouble to review the care services at Douglas Bank Care Home. Settling into life within a new care home is not always as easy as we might think, but rest assured, our care team, using their experience, will do all they can to ensure that new residents...
Very pleased with my uncles level of care.
Thank you very much for your wonderful 5* review, it is appreciated. Kind regards
My dad has been in the nursing home for some short-term respite. You can see visibly how my dad has improved with his mobile alertness and is enjoying the home experience. The staff have been very attentive, and nothing is too much trouble for my dad's needs or anyone else in the home.
Thank you very much for taking the time to review Douglas Bank. Your comments will do much to reassure those looking for a home for their loved one; they are appreciated. Kind regards
My husband seems to be walking a lot better, and no complaining as much and that's down to the good care and the staff take of him.
Thank you very much for your review. We are so pleased to know about the progress your husband has made; the kind comments regarding the care received are very much appreciated. Kind regards
My mum has been a resident for just over 1 year. We have been happy with the care she has received and settled in nicely.
Thank you very much for your review, it's good to know that your mum is settled. Kind regards
My mum continues to receive excellent care, it was a big shock to mum when she lost the use of her arms and legs in the summer of 2022. All the staff at Douglas Bank Nursing Home made sure my mum retained her dignity, making sure each day she was cared for, and given choices for example choosing her own clothes and helping with washing and dressing, providing support both physically and mentally, including mum in activities and social events ensures mum to socialise with other residents.
Thank you for taking the time to review Douglas Bank so highly. We strive for nothing but the best care and support for our residents and we are pleased to see that you are satisfied with our care of your Mum. Thank you for your generous feedback. Have a lovely day.
Staff very helpful and caring.
Thank you for taking the time to review Douglas Bank. We appreciate your feedback. Have a lovely day.
Staff are friendly.
We are so pleased you have taken the time to review Douglas Bank so highly. Your feedback means a great deal to us. Thank you for your time and we are so happy your mum has settled in well with us.
All good fun and enjoyed it.
Thank you for leaving us such a high review for Douglas Bank. We appreciate your feedback.
Keep me updated.
Looked after very well. Summer BBQs and singers, which is great.
Staff very friendly and understanding.
Thank you for the lovely words. We appreciate you taking the time to review us so highly. We strive to provide the best care and support to our residents and are happy to hear you are pleased with our service. Have a lovely day.
What a lovely place. Mum has settled very well. All staff are polite, caring and always there to help. Would recommend Douglas Bank to anyone. Thank you to everyone here.
Thank you for taking the time to review Douglas Bank so highly. We appreciate your feedback and are so glad that your Mum has settled in well with us. Have a lovely day.
I live far away and am unable to visit my dad often. The staff are aware of this and always happy to update me by phone. I feel when I talk to them that they know my dad well and obviously listen to him.
Thank you for taking the time to review Douglas Bank so highly. We are so glad that you are happy with the services we can offer to your father. Have a lovely day. Thank You
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 04 March 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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)

John Holland is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience. He started his nursing career at the Royal Liverpool Teaching Hospital. During his training as a nurse, he also worked at the Broadgreen Hospital and Stoddart House in Aintree Hospital. When John completed his nursing training specialising in mental health, he then worked at Ashworth Special Hospital and Altcourse Prison.
John has a wealth of knowledge, skills and experience and has been managing a care home for over 10 years. He enjoys caring for and supporting residents living with dementia and complex care needs through person-centred care.
John wants to use his nursing and managerial skills to help Douglas Bank develop and improve while keeping Residents and staff at the heart of everything they do.
Frequently Asked Questions about Douglas Bank Nursing Home
What types of Care is Douglas Bank Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Douglas Bank Nursing Home have?
There are 32 Single Rooms and 4 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Douglas Bank Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Douglas Bank Nursing Home to the centre of Skelmersdale?
3.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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