Pennystone Court

28 Handsworth Road, Blackpool FY1 2RQ
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  • Pennystone Court, Blackpool
MHA Pennystone Court has been awarded best dementia care home in the UK 2022 (National Dementia Care Awards, October 2022).

It is a purpose-built Blackpool care home, boasting comfortably furnished interiors and bedrooms, as well as its own sensory garden.

Person-centred care packages are carried out by skilled professionals, with en-suite bedrooms and landscaped gardens adding to the qualities of effective care.

Residents are supported in practising vital life skills, while also having access to GPs and visiting therapists.

Care Provided by Pennystone Court

  • Type of Service
  • Residential Home
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • For a maximum of 36 Service Users
  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Other Care Provided
  • Own GP if required

Good to Know

  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (36)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Pennystone Court

  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care £886 – £976
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,064 – £1,115
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Pennystone Court to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
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Pennystone Court has a Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Pennystone Court has 62 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father moved to Pennystone five weeks ago, without exception they have been friendly and helpful to dad and our family. Dad has settled in more quickly than we could have hoped for. He is very happy with the accommodation and the helpful staff. Our family now has the confidence and peace of mind
that dad is in good hands.

Reply from Lisa Robins, Home Manager at Pennystone Court

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visit my mother 2 or 3 times a week and all the staff, the manager, carers and cleaners are always very welcoming and helpful. The standard of cleanliness throughout is excellent and the overall atmosphere of the home is a happy one. I know that my mother is being well looked after and safe, in fact,
she often tells me how lucky she is.

Reply from Lisa Robins, Home Manager at Pennystone Court

Many thanks for the excellent review on our home, I will pass on the feedback to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We visit my mother-in-law 2/3 times a week and the standard of care we witness is always of the very highest of standards. Nothing is too much bother for any of the staff.

Reply from Lisa Robins, Home Manager at Pennystone Court

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Pennystone Court continues to give an excellent level of care to my mother in law, from the moment she arrived in December 2017. All her needs are met and any periods of anxiety she may have are alleviated quickly with care and compassion.

Reply from Lisa Robins, Home Manager at Pennystone Court

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful home. Magnificent accommodation and staff.

Reply from Lisa Robins, Home Manager at Pennystone Court

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What makes this home special and worthy of this overall excellent review is due to the way that all the staff treat residents with dignity and care for their needs. This starts with the managers who set the high standard expected from the staff. The staff are always available to talk to if I have any
concerns. The food is good and varied and the activities arranged to provide stimulation and social interaction.

Reply from Lisa Robins, Home Manager at Pennystone Court

Thank you very much for your review of our home and I appreciate your valued feedback which I will share with my team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Pennystone Court is home from home. The patients are so well cared for and nothing is too much trouble. Visitors are always welcomed with a smile (and a cup of tea). I would recommend Pennystone Court to anyone. It is the best.

Reply from Lisa Robins, Home Manager at Pennystone Court

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The family have been impressed with the overall care which mum has received since she came to Pennystone Court. The management and staff are always helpful.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been here for over 12 months and really likes it. She is safe, secure and cared for by the best staff. Family and friends who visit are always impressed by its cleanliness. The food is great too. Staff who are smiling all the time are the best.

Reply from Lisa Robins, Home Manager at Pennystone Court

Many thanks for your review; I will pass on the excellent feedback to our team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my in-laws are residents in Pennystone. I have not seen them so happy for a very long time. On my frequent visits, they always mention how settled they are, how good the food is and how well looked after they feel.


The monthly magazine keeps residents and family up to date with all the activities,

of which there are many, and events during the previous weeks and also the coming month.


Staff are friendly, courteous and show an all-round awareness of my in-laws' individual needs. They are polite and professional and always welcoming. The manager is always available to discuss anything with regard to my in-laws and shows a genuine interest in their well being.


A huge weight has been taken from the family’s shoulders and we are so happy we chose Pennystone for the care of our nearest and dearest. Visiting them is now an enjoyable and social occasion and joining them at events and activities is an absolute pleasure!


Reply from Lisa Robins, Home Manager at Pennystone Court

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My cousin has settled into Pennystone Court very quickly and feels at home. This is largely due to the excellent staff and facilities. She enjoys the food and activities. Her room is comfortable and clean. I have no worries about leaving her in their care. Whenever I visit I am greeted with a smile
by the staff.

Reply from Lisa Robins, Home Manager at Pennystone Court

Thank you for your review I am so pleased you are happy with our service. I will pass on your comments to our team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our friend was struggling at home and it needed a colleague to get her to accept help. Since she has gone to Pennystone Court there has been a miraculous improvement to her condition. Good food, help with tablets daily, comfortable surroundings and excellent care home revitalised her life and she has
become the person we remember from over 1 year ago.

Reply from Lisa Robins, Home Manager at Pennystone Court

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very impressed with staff and service. My relative is very happy.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The management and staff at Pennystone Court have worked hard to ensure an easy transition from a care home that could not meet my father’s needs. A detailed care plan has been documented and delivered and any issues he has presented have been resolved with great skill and care.
The home is bright
and clean with spacious en-suite bedrooms. There are several areas for residents and visitors to sit and lovely gardens created for people with dementia.
The specialist chefs make fresh appetizing meals throughout the day and cakes for afternoon tea.
The activities are varied and engaging and visits from local school children and entertainers make each day interesting.
My father is responding very well in his new home due to the friendly and supportive staff and the loving family atmosphere.
Having experience of several homes in the area, my family would not hesitate to recommend Pennystone Court.

Reply from Lisa Robins, Home Manager at Pennystone Court

Thank you very much for your feedback on Pennystone Court, I will pass your feedback to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am absolutely thrilled with the care my mum has received from Pennystone. From day one until now, the staff have been amazing. They cannot do enough for you. The catering staff give the personal touch by always asking what she would like, even making smoothies!
I visit other homes to visit people
and have never come across care like this. Even all the washing is done in separate machines so nothing ever goes missing. 10 out of 10.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy here at Pennystone Court. I am near my friends and family who come and see me frequently and take me out. They are made very welcome here by the staff when they come and visit. I enjoy very much the activities and entertainment and admire the enthusiasm of the young people who work so
hard to make my day brighter.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot rate Pennystone Court highly enough. Quite simply it is an outstanding home, run by outstanding carers and a superb leadership team. At a time when my mother's ongoing care is of utmost importance, I have trust in Pennystone Court and they have not let me and my family down. I rate them as
excellent across the board and every time I visit my decision is reinforced: wonderful, caring people, providing a personal service which has my mum's care at heart. I would recommend without hesitation.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As the home is purpose built, it is absolutely perfect to accommodate my fiance's needs. The seniors/staff and management are very caring and considerate and all my finance's needs are taken care of.


He is happy and settled at Pennystone.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the first step into Pennystone Court, it was obvious that we had found the right home for mum. Welcoming, homely, well cared for residents. Nothing has happened to make us change our minds. Mum has Alzheimer's and thought she could return home, now she considers Pennystone as home. She loves the
staff, enjoys all her meals, joins in with activities (something she wouldn't do at home!). Great place for her to enjoy the rest of her life. Peace of mind for us, her family.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum suffers from Alzheimer's and only moved into Pennystone Court just over 2 weeks ago. In that short amount of time, she has become much brighter and we can no have a conversation with her. She will even have a smile and a laugh now.
I know that she enjoys the meals and has clearly put some weight
back on.
Overall I am sure that she has benefited from being in the very caring environment that Pennystone Court provides.

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (10.000)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (10.000) out of 10 for Pennystone Court is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 5.000 for Pennystone Court is calculated as follows: ( (192 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 192 Ratings = 5

  • b) 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 Pennystone Court 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:

    • i) 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

    • ii) 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 36 registered maximum number of service users is 7.2, which has been reached with 16 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 28 Sep 2017

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Good

  • Caring

    Good
  • Effective

    Good
  • Responsive

    Good
  • Safe

    Good
  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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