Merlin Manor Care Centre

Merlin Way, Hartlepool TS26 0BF
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  • Merlin Manor Care Centre, Hartlepool
Merlin Manor Care Centre is located in Hartlepool and offers residential care as well as nursing care.

This purpose built care home offers personalised care in a modern environment and operates on the ethos that every resident is unique.

It has lovely outdoor areas and spectacular views.

All the bedrooms have wet rooms and residents can socialise in the lounge diner. The home even has a salon and a nail bar so residents can get a pamper when needed.

Staff are highly trained and the dignity of the residents is at the heart of their care.
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Care Provided by Merlin Manor Care Centre

Primary Care Categories

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

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 94 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
  • 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
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

All private fees will be discussed with prospective residents

Funding Types Accepted

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

Good to Know

Person in Charge

  • Carole Gibson (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2022
  • Last Refurbishment: 2022
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (94)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (94)

Visiting

  • There are no current restrictions on visiting at the service, families and friends are able to come to the care home and visit their loved ones.

Parking

  • The care home offers 2 car parks

Merlin Manor Care Centre Reviews (76)

9.7

Merlin Manor Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.684) out of 10, based on 55 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Merlin Manor Care Centre has 76 reviews.

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Review from Tori M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 4 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely staff, very friendly and caring.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
Thank you for the comment, we are really pleased that the care and support in which you and your grandma are receiving are to the highest standards. I will share these comments with the staff teams.
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Review from P S (Wife of Resident) published on 3 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Merlin Manor is modern, the decor is beautiful and the staff are stars. Always a smile and a friendly word for the people in their care and for visiting relatives.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
Thank you for the review; it is great to see that the care and support you received were exceptional, and great to see that the team were supportive and friendly. I will share your comments with the…read more
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Review from Lynsey H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 2 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
In recent weeks, my gran has been on the end-of-life pathway, during this time the manager and staff within the home have gone above and beyond what would be expected. My sister and I have stayed in my gran's room for the last eighteen days day/night. Staff couldn't have been more supportive or accommodating.
The care my gran has received has not only been first-class in professionalism but also treated with dignity and love. The staff and manager have cared for her as if she is one of their own family members which we will always be grateful for and find comfort in.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
Thank you so much for your positive review, it is excellent to see that the care and support in which your gran and your family received were to the best standards. It is great to see that you all…read more
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Review from B D (Resident) published on 28 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After moving to Merlin Manor Care Centre it was only one week that I settled in. I found the staff so helpful and friendly. It is so clean and beautiful, I have made many friends here. I'm very happy and my family are also. I never feel alone and my medical care is also taken care of. My meals and laundry
are all taken care of too. The staff take us out and we are entertained by the activities ladies. What more could you ask for. I would recommend Merlin Manor Care Centre any day to anyone looking for a happy home.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
It is great to see that you felt supported and found the staff teams to be helpful, we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Merlin Manor and excellent to see that you were happy with the staff…read more
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Review from Deb J (Resident) published on 16 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad spent his final days in Merlin Manor, and I can honestly say that the staff supported us as a family through a very difficult time. They treated Dad with the utmost dignity and were available to answer any questions at any time. Special thanks to the day and night nurse lead who went above and
beyond to make sure that Dad was comfortable and that we were ok. You truly are angels in disguise, and we will, as a family, remain forever thankful.
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Review from B W (Niece of Resident) published on 8 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Following a fall, my uncle was moved into Merlin Manor Care Centre, and after a couple of weeks settling in period and getting his doctor transferred in from out of town, the care the staff have given him has been excellent. They have helped and encouraged him to go to the dining room to try to socialise
with others and have always shown care and compassion at all times.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
Thank you for these comments; it is really nice to see that your uncle has settled and the staff have supported him. We will share these comments with the staff home.
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Review from Jean H (Wife of Resident) published on 17 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My husband was happy, settled and looked after well. Myself and family were always made to feel welcome. I can't thank all the staff enough for the care my husband received, especially in the last weeks of his life. The staff became like a second family. Thank you to everyone at Merlin Manor.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
Thank you for the lovely comments; it is lovely to see that your husband was well looked after and you and your family felt supported. We will ensure that these comments are shared with the staff…read more
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Review from Deborah V (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad has gone into this beautiful care home Merlin Manor. I was so worried, but the manager and all the staff have gone above and beyond to help him settle. Nothing is a problem. They keep you informed and answer any questions you have. The food and cleanliness are above five stars, and the care they
get is amazing. I cannot thank them enough for what they have done.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
Thank you so much for these lovely comments, I am really pleased that your dad has settled into our family are Merlin Manor. I will ensure that these comments are shared with the team at Merlin Manor.
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Review from Michelle M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 16 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent- everything has been more than I could have asked for. My grandma has settled so well in Merlin Manor, all staff and carers are amazing. So many changes have been made by the manager in such a short time bringing such a friendly, family atmosphere. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
Thank you for your lovely comments in relation to your experience at Merlin Manor. It is great to see that your grandma has settled into our Merlin Manor family and your grandma and family are happy.…read more
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Review from Beth M (Great-granddaughter of Resident) published on 9 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everything has been excellent.
Staff are lovely.
My great-grandma has settled really well.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
It is lovely to see your great grandma has settled in, and thank you for the lovely comments you have made in relation to the staff team; we will ensure that these are shared with the team.
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Review from Anthony M (Son of Resident) published on 21 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so happy that we found Merlin Manor. After visiting (viewing) so many Merlin Manor is streets ahead of others. The staff are so kind and caring to my father. It feels like we can rest assured that he is being fully looked after.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
Thank you for a lovely review and we are really happy that you and your relative are happy at living Merlin Manor. We will discuss these comments with the staff team.
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Review from Carol B (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad was recently in Merlin Manor Care Centre for a short while. The care and attention given to him and his family was second to none. Everyone who came in contact with him and us were very caring and professional. I cannot recommend the place highly enough. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts
for all you did for our dad.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
Thank you very much for the review, this is a lovely review and I am really pleased that your dad and yourselves enjoyed the stay at Merlin Manor, I will ensure that this information is feedback to…read more
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Review from Chris P (Son of Resident) published on 28 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad only had a relatively short stay in Merlin Manor Care Centre but it was a pleasure for both him and us. The staff were all caring, thoughtful and empathetic (without exception) and there seemed to be genuine and effective communication between carers, nursing staff and family. Cleaning and maintenance
staff were equally thoughtful. Efficient coordination between nursing staff and the NHS was also reassuring.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
Thank you for this lovely review, I am really pleased that you and your loved one had a great experience at Merlin Manor. I will pass these lovely comments onto the staff team.
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Review from Kath D (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been in Merlin Manor Care Centre since October 2022. She took a little while to settle which is perfectly normal, however, she is doing really well now thanks to the support of the nursing team, HCA’s and the ancillary staff. They are always supportive of Mam along with myself and her grandson.
The staff are open and honest with us at all times so we know how she’s doing and they include us with all decision making. They now have activity ladies who are brilliant, engaging and always happy to help with anything at all.
We as a family never imagined Mum in care but situations change for us all, this was the best decision for Mum who is now happy and supported in everything that she does.
We as a family can relax a little knowing that Mum is safe and happy.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
Thank you for your comments, I will ensure that these are shared with the staff within the care home and we will continue to strive for the highest standards of care and support needs.
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Review from B A (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father has been at Merlin Manor Care Centre since its opening in Summer 2022, he was greeted upon arrival as a long lost friend with warmth and respect. The nursing and care staff are friendly and welcoming when we visit and we have made very positive relationships with them.
Merlin Manor is a clean,
warm and beautifully decorated comfortable home.
The management staff at the home are kind, approachable and efficient at sorting out any problems that arise and communications between Merlin Manor and family of residents are good.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Group Operations Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
Thank you for the lovely comments and the review, these will be shared with the staff teams and these reviews help us to continue to strive for the best standards of care.
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Review from S W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 4 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After visiting many care homes in Hartlepool with little success, my nana was brought to Merlin Manor Care Centre.
The place itself was immaculately clean, very modern and very spacious. It was very secure and accessible for visitors. The staff were attentive and friendly.
On arriving there, we were
very concerned with her mental health yet after her respite she was back to her original self with the help and support from all at Merlin.
We are so incredibly grateful. Thank you.
Reply from Kevin Robinson-Husband, Operational Support Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre
Thank you for this lovely review, we will ensure that this is shared with our staff teams and we will continue to provide a high level of care.
Many thanks
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.684)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.684) out of 10 for Merlin Manor Care Centre is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 55 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 53 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 4.684 for Merlin Manor Care Centre is calculated as follows: ( (475 Excellents x 5) + (135 Goods x 4) + (23 Satisfactorys x 3) + (3 Poors x 2) + (3 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 639 Ratings = 4.684
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Merlin Manor Care Centre is based on 53 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 94 registered maximum number of service users is 18.8, which has been reached with 53 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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: 2 Aug 2023

Overall Requires improvement

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
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Meet the Team (2)

Rukiha

Rukiha Hussain

Job Title: Deputy Manager

I left School in 2005 and started Hartlepool College of Further Education, I was studying BTEC 1st Diploma in Caring and then went on to study for the BTEC National Diploma in Health. I started my career at the age of 17, I started working as an Out of Hours Medical Receptionist for Northern Doctors Urgent Care, Whilst I was studying at Teesside University doing Adult Nursing, unfortunately, after 2 years due to ill health, I could not finish my Nursing degree. However, I was awarded with a Higher Education Certificate in Health and Social Care. I then started working for Carewatch as a Carer home care. It was from a very young age that I knew whatever path I chose it would be Care, I always knew that helping others gave me great satisfaction.


I worked at Carewatch for one year. After Carewatch I got the post of Senior Carer at Lindisfarne Care Home, I worked at Lindisfarne for 8 years, I felt I learnt a lot whilst working at Lindisfarne and knew that I had found a job that I love and enjoy, I was always wanting to learn more and climb the ladder, I then went on to study the Level 5 Leadership and Management in Adult Care Diploma and whilst doing so I was offered the Deputy Managers Position at Lindisfarne, I worked as Deputy Manager and Acting Manager June 2021 to February 2022 this was a great achievement for me, I felt all my hard work was finally paying off.


I love working in care and making a difference. In February 2022 I decided to seek other employment and went on to work as a Senior Support Worker with Voyage Care in Hartlepool, I thoroughly enjoyed my role but always felt something was missing. I then applied for the role of Deputy Manager at Merlin Manor Care Centre to which I was successful, I am extremely excited to be working for such an amazing company that strives to provide person-centred care but also supports its staff.


I am looking forward to progressing my career within Prestige and Merlin Manor and feel that I am learning lots of new information, I am extremely grateful that I can make a difference in someone’s life, I believe this is so important and so valuable. I work in care because I care, every day is different, and every day is rewarding.

Carole

Carole Gibson

Job Title: Care Home Manager

I have worked in the care sector for over 35 years and started my path to care as a housekeeper and then felt that I would make a caring care assistant as I enjoyed the interaction I got when I was a housekeeper and always wanted to do more for the residents so that started my journey to care.


I always said that by the time I was 40 years, I would like to be a manager as I was a single parent I could not commit to the job role of a manager until my youngest son left school, and lucky enough I was already a Deputy in a care home in Easington Colliery for 5 years, my son then left school and I then became the manager of Ashwood Park.


I have managed care homes for 25 years now. These have been Nursing homes, Residential homes with Dementia.


Each home has been different but very rewarding and at times challenging.


I have my NVQ level 2,3,4 in care.
RMA
D32/D33 Care assessor.


I feel that I am a professional care home manager with over 25 years of experience in the role of a care home manager and dedicated to continually improving the service provided to the care home that I manage.


I aim to provide and improve care for our residents and facilitate an ideal environment for staff, friends and family too.


I believe in mentoring with purpose and understand that strong working relationships create great teams and produce exceptional results.


I feel my greatest strengths are firstly my strong commitment to providing professional service, and outstanding care.

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