Sandholme Fold

Sandholme Crescent, Hipperholme, Halifax HX3 8LP
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9.7 58 Reviews
  • Sandholme Fold, Halifax
Anchor's Sandholme Fold is located in a quiet residential area of Hipperholme. It is close to the centre of Halifax, with good transport links to surrounding areas, whilst being close to green spaces such as Woodhead Park and Shibden Park.

The dedicated care team creates detailed care plans for customers by taking the time to get to know individuals and working with them and their loved ones. Sandholme Fold continues to welcome new residents.

Meals are cooked fresh and from locally sourced and seasonal ingredients where possible by a highly trained Chef Manager and kitchen staff. Residents are able to access services such as hairdressing within the home.

Anchor is England’s largest provider of housing and care for those over 55 years of age and has 60 years of experience as a not-for-profit provider of services to older people.

Care Provided by Sandholme Fold

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 44 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Other Care Provided
  • Own GP if required

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Rachel Riding (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Please contact Sandhome Fold directly to discuss yours or your loved ones' care needs.
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (44)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2003

Funding & Fees Guide for Sandholme Fold

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,150
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,150
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,150
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,150
  • Colleagues at Sandholme Fold will be happy to discuss our weekly fees with you and what our fees include.


  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Sandholme Fold to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting
  • Visitors are welcome at Sandholme Fold.


  • Parking
  • Onsite parking is available, including disabled spaces.


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Sandholme Fold has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.656) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Sandholme Fold has 58 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have my own telephone and room. I have my own comfy bedroom and I am well looked after. I enjoy my meals and the home is spotless

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Sandholme Fold is a very friendly place to me. Staff are attentive. I have my own room and key. They make lovely home made cakes and the home has been decorated and new carpets.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot praise the staff at Sandholme Fold enough. Due to their care and expertise, my mother had a smooth transition when moving and has been able to settle in better than I could have dreamed. There are always various activities and entertainment taking place and due to these and the excellent members
of staff, my mother has improved in every way. The fact that I can see regular social media posts including my mother makes me very happy!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum was a resident at Sandholme Fold for the final 8 weeks of her life. Although her stay was short she was extremely happy and settled whilst living there. The staff were extremely caring and made us all as a family feel welcome. We were also well-supported following Mum's death. We are so happy we
chose to be a part of the Sandholme family and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to others.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can honestly not praise this care home enough. The staff are all so approachable and lovely. Nothing is ever too much to ask. The manager is fantastic. The care given is exceptional. They go the extra mile for their residents. My grandad is so happy and content at Sandholme Fold. With a lovely friendly
atmosphere, home-cooked meals and a comfortable room what else could he need? A big thank you to all the staff for the amazing work you do at Sandholme Fold.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident at Sandholme Fold for over 2 years. She is well-settled and very happy. It gives me and the wider family much happiness that Mum is so well cared for. The whole team at Sandholme Fold from the manager to all the carers are so welcoming and friendly whenever we visit, and
my mum responds so well to all of them. I really cannot stress enough how Sandholme Fold has changed all of our lives for the better.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has settled very well in her first year at Sandholme Fold. The atmosphere is lovely and homely, in part due to the friendly, welcoming and caring staff who always have time for everyone, residents and visitors alike (including the family dog). Nothing is too much trouble. Mum is well cared for but
is still quite independent enjoying spending time in the conservatory area and with other residents and her own cosy room, reading or watching TV. She takes part in some activities and trips out. She enjoys the food, particularly bacon and eggs for breakfast! In Mum's own words recently 'I don't think you could get better'. I am happy that Mum is doing well and receiving the care and supervision she needs in a safe and comfortable environment.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I moved into Sandholme Fold to make new friends and start enjoying life again. I can honestly say this is the best move to make. I have made new friends and continue to go out to my Church and shopping.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been a resident of Sandholme Fold for 2 years. The staff support me and the manager has been a godsend and helping me with my finances. The food is always good and any preferences are respected. I am happy and well cared for at Sandholme Fold.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After a recent visit to see our uncle, my brother and I wanted to write a review to say how unbelievably impressed we are with his care home. The team are so friendly and approachable, and are always keen to facilitate anything that is needed during our visit. The care home is spotlessly clean and the
food looks fabulous. Our uncle is well cared for, happy and loves all the staff and where he lives. The management team are so supportive regarding their communication and give very clear and helpful guidance when advising on the social care process, which can be such a minefield. We feel so lucky that our uncle lives in such an incredible place, and we feel very well informed of his health and welfare which is so helpful as we live geographically a long distance away. We really enjoy receiving the regular newsletters to hear about the brilliant activities that are being offered. We couldn't be happier.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum moved to Sandholme Fold in mid-July. She arrived nervous and anxious but was greeted with warmth by everyone she met. She settled in more quickly than we had anticipated and was keen to introduce visitors to members of staff. Sadly, she suffered a setback in health in August which resulted in Mum
being put on a palliative care regime. Mum is no longer able to enjoy being part of the community as at first, but we are grateful that the staff continue to give her individual care and kindness. She is in good hands. Thank you to all the staff.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

A warm welcome by well-confirmed staff. Information on the resident as I was taken to her room and refreshments offered. All staff were friendly, residents appeared happy and well cared for. The home had a happy feel and the staff were on call as required. The resident's rooms and facilities appeared
clean and well-staffed. Left in no doubt that the care is good.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care my mother receives is excellent. I have seen a massive difference in my mum since coming into the home, the care staff and management keep me informed about everything which I really appreciate.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My elderly neighbour who we have been friends for many years has moved into Sandholme Fold following a fall in June. She was very reluctant but I can say the care from all staff, management, team leaders, caregivers, domestic, laundry, kitchen and maintenance has been phenomenal. Nothing is too much
trouble at all and you are made to feel very welcome, refreshments are there, one of the first questions asked as you arrive. Excellent. Thank you all.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Sandholme Fold is a very caring home, also very clean, just had a refurbishment. The staff are very welcoming when I visit.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I feel Sandholme Fold is a very well-run and well-maintained care home. Mum has been here for 6 months and is looked after with kindness and respect by all staff. Her room is a good size and always kept clean. The laundry service works well and the food cooked on the premises always looks good. Mum
enjoys the varied outside entertainers that come to visit. The management staff have been especially helpful with paperwork and are always approachable and keep me updated. I have always been made to feel welcome and would have no hesitation in recommending this home.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When you first visit Sandholme Fold you walk into a well cared for home, clean and modern. The staff are fantastic, friendly and genuinely care for the residents. I have the peace of mind to know that mum is safe, clean and extremely well cared for. The food is excellent and varied with lots of choices
and treats. There is a lovely modern and light communal area where residents can interact and socialise with plenty of activities going on throughout the day. Ranging from visits from entertainers, singing, exercise classes, celebrations for special occasions. Visits from schools who come and interact with the residents and a religious service for anyone who wants to join in. There is a beautiful outside space for people to sit and enjoy the weather. A local hairdresser comes in each week. Mum suffers with Dementia, she has made friends and enjoys joining in with everything. She is very happy and content and is always smiling, this is very important to me.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff and management have been extremely helpful in ensuring my mother has as comfortable a time as possible in the home. Staff also recognise that my mother had a life before her time in the care home and that she is not just 'another resident'. Staff have also been very helpful in assisting the
family to optimise my mother's stay.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Overall, I'm very satisfied with the staff and facilities at Sandholme.
Both the staff & management work hard, and whilst occasionally they can be distracted with day-to-day matters, they always make time for a chat and to update me on Mum's situation.
Whilst the initial move into the home was problematic
(outside the control of the care home) they assisted the process and provided support when required which was much appreciated.
Food and activities are good though additional afternoon ones would be appreciated - the ad-hoc trips they organise are always well received.
Thanks once again to the team for the support provided.

Reply from Jacky Byrne, Manager at Sandholme Fold

Thank you for taking the time to review Sandholme Fold and we are pleased that you rate our staff as excellent. It's our pleasure to care for your mother and we're very pleased that we provide you with support and that you would recommend our home. Thank you for the feedback on activities in the afternoon, we now have a dedicated colleague who helps us organise activities for our residents to partake in. My door is open to discuss all aspects of Sandholme Fold.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are very helpful and there is always someone available to sort things out.

Reply from Jacky Byrne, Manager at Sandholme Fold

Thank you for taking the time to review Sandholme Fold and we are pleased you rate our overall experience as excellent. I'm glad you feel our team are helpful. My door is always open to discuss all aspects of care at Sandholme Fold.


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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.656)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.656) out of 10 for Sandholme Fold is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 34 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 33 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 4.656 for Sandholme Fold is calculated as follows: ( (284 Excellents x 5) + (98 Goods x 4) + (17 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 401 Ratings = 4.656

  • 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 Sandholme Fold is based on 33 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 44 registered maximum number of service users is 8.8, which has been reached with 33 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: 31 May 2018

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Sandholme Fold

What types of Care is Sandholme Fold registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia & Respite Care are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Sandholme Fold provide?

Own GP if required is an additional type of care provided.

How many Rooms does Sandholme Fold have?

There are 44 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Sandholme Fold?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, 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 Sandholme Fold to the centre of Halifax?

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