The Lakes

Ireleth Road, Askam-in-Furness LA16 7JD
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The Lakes Care Home
Located in the tranquil village of Askam-in-Furness, The Lakes Care Home has been a trusted provider of specialist residential and dementia care for over 28 years. The dedicated care team delivers continuous, round-the-clock support, ensuring that each resident’s comfort, well-being, and dignity are always prioritised.

Planned Expansion:
In response to growing demand for their renowned care services, they are expanding their facilities to include 11 additional en-suite bedrooms and enhanced day spaces.

Holistic Well-Being through Comprehensive Activities:
They offer a robust daily activities programme designed to foster mental engagement and social interaction among residents. Activities range from music and singing sessions to dancing, games, and bingo, all aimed at creating a lively and connected community.

Professional Staff Training and State-of-the-Art Eco Care System:
Their commitment to excellence is demonstrated through their advanced eco care system, which integrates personalised care plans, sophisticated medication management, and the latest Medicare radio nurse call technology. This approach ensures a secure, adaptive, and responsive environment tailored to each resident’s needs.

The team of highly trained professionals follows best practices outlined by the Dementia Services Development Centre at Stirling University, ensuring compassionate and effective care for those living with dementia.

Dining and Nutrition:
Residents can enjoy their meals in the bright, airy conservatory or relax in the comfort of the day lounge. A dedicated catering team prepares freshly cooked, nutritious meals every day, taking into account individual dietary needs and any food restrictions related to medication.

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Care Provided by The Lakes

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 30 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Other Care Provided
  • Own GP if required

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Vicarage Care Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Clare Biggins (Managers)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 18+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (28)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (14)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Year Purpose Built: 2024
    • Last Refurbishment: 2024
    • Number of floors: 2

Funding & Fees Guide for The Lakes

  • 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 £850 – £1,050
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £944 – £1,050
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care £850 – £1,050
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £944 – £1,050

  • We pride ourselves on retain parity between privately funded residents and social services
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact The Lakes to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Stairlift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Family and Friends Welcome at the Dementia Care Home


    At the dementia care home, the Lakes deeply value the vital role family and friends play in the well-being of residents. To support these connections, offer flexible visiting hours, prioritising the comfort and safety of everyone.


    Visiting Hours:
    The Lakes encourage visits seven days a week during the recommended hours:


       •   Morning: 8:00 AM - 11:45 AM
       •   Afternoon: 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
       •   Evening: 6:00 PM - 9:45 PM


    For visits outside hours, please contact the care team in advance to make arrangements that best suit the needs of residents.


    Join The Team for Special Events and Activities:
    The Lakes invite family members to participate in regular events and activities, designed to engage and enrich the lives of residents while fostering a warm community spirit. Information on upcoming events is available in the monthly newsletter and on The website.


  • Parking

  • Offer secure, on-site parking for the convenience and peace of mind to the visitors.


The Lakes Reviews (4)

7.8

The Lakes has a Review Score of 7.8 (7.834) out of 10, based on 1 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Lakes has 4 reviews.

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Review from B P (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The Lakes has provided wonderful care for my mum over a number of years. The management team are always very approachable, professional and supportive. The staff work hard with a kind caring manner while helping to provide a homely safe environment for all the residents. After the refurbishment the
facilities are modern and ensure the comfort needed, while also providing daily activities for many interests for all to take part and enjoy. I would highly recommend the lakes to any family looking for care of a family member.

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Review from Kay A (Friend of Resident) published on 17 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visited my friend yesterday and was very impressed with the care he is given. The staff are good and considering the cases they have to work with, they do a great job. I met with the supervisor and she was helpful. I have met the manager before and she was great too. Thank you for what you are doing
for my friend. I looked after him for a long time but know he's now in good hands. Thank you.

Reply from Carol Clarke Lewis, Manager at The Lakes

Thank you for your kind words, it has been a challenging time for us all during Covid and it is wonderful that our residents can have visitors again. Nice to have met you and we wish you well.


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Review from Roger T (Husband of Resident) published on 16 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My experience of The Old Vicarage, in relation to the care of my wife, has always been excellent. Your reception of me, as a visitor, has always been most considerate and kind for which I say a big thank you.

Reply from Carol Clarke Lewis, Manager at The Lakes

Thank you for your kind words Roger, we love your cakes.


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Review from Brenda H (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The Old Vicarage is one of the most caring homes. My mother was only there for a few months. She had come from another home, and we were a little worried how she would accept the change. We had no need to have worried, as it is a real home for everyone, we felt welcomed, and nothing was too much trouble.
The manager is one of the nicest managers we have known, and her management skills feed onto the staff. The staff are so caring and professional, compassionate that they are part of our family. We would highly recommend this home.

Reply from Carol Clarke Lewis, Manager at The Lakes

Thank you, Brenda, for your kind words, Mum was such a lovely lady, and we all enjoyed looking after her and making her comfortable right to the end.


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Current Review Score: 7.8 (7.834)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 7.8 (7.834) out of 10 for The Lakes 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 1 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) 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:

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

    The Average Rating of 4.667 for The Lakes is calculated as follows: ( (8 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 12 Ratings = 4.667

  • 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 3.167 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Lakes 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:

    • 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 = 3

    • 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 30 registered maximum number of service users is 6. 1 Positive Reviews ÷ 6 = 0.167

  • 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: 26 Jul 2023

Overall
Requires improvement

  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Requires improvement

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

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

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Meet the Team (2)

Clare

Clare Biggins

Job Title: Care Home Manager

Joined: 2024

Hello, my name is Clare Biggins. With over 20 years of experience in the care sector, I have dedicated my career to supporting and enhancing the lives of others. From an early stage, I discovered a deep passion for caring, which led me to pursue a fulfilling path within care homes.


As a mother of two boys, I balanced my family life with my growing career, starting as a support worker in a 60-bed dementia home. Over time, as my children grew, I was able to devote more of my energy to my role. This dedication allowed me to progress into the position of registered manager. Throughout this journey, I developed a strong focus on dementia care, striving to understand the profound effects it has on those living with the condition.


My approach is centred on stepping into the world of each individual living with dementia, acknowledging the challenges they face in making sense of their surroundings due to cognitive decline. My goal is to offer compassionate, individualised care that meets their unique needs.


As the manager at The Lakes Care Home, I look forward to sharing my knowledge and experience with our dedicated team, continuously working to enhance the quality of life for the residents we have the privilege to care for.


Carol

Carol Lewis

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2020

After several years of being self-employed and caring for my parents, I felt a need for a career that allowed me to make a more direct impact on people’s lives. This realisation led me to the care sector, where I began my journey in 2008 as a carer. Over the years, I gained experience in various settings, including assisted living, care homes, and community-based care, as well as private caregiving roles. My passion for making a difference in people’s lives and helping them live with dignity and purpose became my driving force.


Through hard work and dedication, I progressed from a carer to a managerial role, eventually becoming the Manager of The Lakes Care Home. During my time as Manager, I focused on creating a person-centred approach to care, with a particular emphasis on supporting residents living with dementia. I believe that every resident deserves a fulfilling life, and I am passionate about developing personalized care plans that enhance their quality of life.


My role as Manager also gave me the opportunity to mentor and support my team. Sharing my knowledge of dementia care and fostering a culture of learning became a priority for me. I found great satisfaction in seeing my team grow and gain confidence in providing the best care possible to our residents.


However, after years in a demanding managerial position, I decided to transition to a Deputy Manager role to achieve a better work-life balance and take a more hands-on approach in my day-to-day interactions with residents. This shift has allowed me to focus on what I love most: working closely with residents, building strong connections, and continuing to inspire and support my team in delivering compassionate, high-quality care.


Originally from Cheshire, I relocated to Cumbria after marrying. I am a mother of two and a proud grandmother of three wonderful grandchildren. Spending time with my family and embracing my role as “Granny” brings me great joy, and I cherish every moment I get to spend with them.


Frequently Asked Questions about The Lakes

What types of Care is The Lakes registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care, Learning Disability, Mental Health Condition & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does The Lakes provide?

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

How many Rooms does The Lakes have?

There are 28 Single Rooms and 1 Couple/Companion Room.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Lakes?

Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Lakes to the centre of Askam-in-Furness?

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