Fernwood

239 Knowsey Lane, Knowsley, Liverpool L36 8EL
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  • Fernwood, Liverpool
Fernwood provides person-centred care for adults living with complex needs related to mental health, neurological, and physical health conditions.

The home has two 10-bed units, each with a shared kitchen, dining area, lounge, and quiet space, offering a familiar and community-focused environment.

Residents also benefit from shared facilities, including a therapy kitchen, activity room, accessible garden, and sensory areas designed to support therapeutic engagement.

At Fernwood, people are encouraged to lead their own routines and work towards personal goals - whether that’s rebuilding daily living skills, developing independence, or gaining confidence in social situations.

The team includes experienced mental health and general nurses, as well as care and support staff trained in positive behaviour support.

They offer more than traditional nursing or residential care, combining clinical expertise with meaningful daily engagement, helping people enjoy a better quality of life.

Stanley Unit supports people whose main needs relate to complex behaviours of concern. It offers a structured, evidence-based approach to behavioural support.

Chipperfield Unit is for those with predominant physical health needs, often in the later stages of neurological conditions, who need ongoing support from a multidisciplinary team.

For those with progressive conditions, the team supports advanced care planning to ensure each person's preferences for end-of-life care are understood and respected.

Whether someone is moving on from hospital care or looking for long-term support, Fernwood provides a compassionate, stable home focused on each person’s wellbeing.
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Care Provided by Fernwood

Primary Care Categories

  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care

Care Types Provided

  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 28 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Funding Types Accepted

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

Good to Know

Person in Charge

  • Valerie Ward (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 18+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2024

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (28)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (28)

Visiting

  • The home has an open door policy, welcoming friends and family at all times.


    If a meeting with the Home Manager is required, please call in advance.


    Meal times are protected - there will be no answer to phone calls or the door during these times. Please contact the home directly for information on mealtimes.

Parking

  • The home has free onsite parking.

Fernwood Reviews (1)

8.2

Fernwood has a Review Score of 8.2 (8.179) out of 10, based on 1 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Fernwood has 1 review.

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Review from L B (Wife of Resident) published on 22 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband was in Fernwood for respite last two weeks in March. He has a severe brain injury and mobility problems. He was treated with exceptional care. I cannot praise the staff so much. From the cleaners, physio, nurses. All so lovely he was given the absolute best of care. Will definitely use Fernwood
again I highly recommend this care home.
Reply from Jo Hemmingway, Marketing and Communications Officer at Fernwood
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review for Fernwood. We're very glad to hear that your husband was well looked after during his respite. The team will be very happy to see him once…read more
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Current Review Score: 8.2 (8.179)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.2 (8.179) out of 10 for Fernwood 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 1 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.2 out of 5 from 1 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 5.000 for Fernwood is calculated as follows: ( (12 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 12 Ratings = 5
  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 3.179 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Fernwood is based on 1 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 = 3
    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 28 registered maximum number of service users is 5.6. 1 Positive Reviews ÷ 5.6 = 0.179
  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.

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Bed Vacancies

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Meet the Team (1)

Valerie

Valerie Ward

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2023

Hi, I’m Valerie and I’m the Home Manager at Fernwood in Knowsley.


Exemplar Health Care has a reputation for delivering first-class, person-centred care, which is achieved by truly focusing on those using the service. I wanted to get back to focusing on the individual and making a positive difference in their lives, this is something that Exemplar Health Care is known for.


I am thrilled to be able to develop what will no doubt be a strong and successful team at Fernwood. However, I am most excited about sharing successes (big and small) with everyone who is a part of Fernwood - we have an exciting journey ahead of us!

Frequently Asked Questions about Fernwood

What types of Care is Fernwood registered for?

Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Fernwood have?

There are 28 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Fernwood?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Fernwood to the centre of Liverpool?

5.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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