Acorn Meadow Care Home

420 Manchester Road, Lostock Gralam, Northwich CW9 7QA
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  • Acorn Meadow Care Home, Northwich
Acorn Meadow care home, situated in the beautiful part of Lostock Gralam, Northwich, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised residential dementia care.

This newly-refurbished, cosy home has been tastefully decorated for maximum comfort whilst the landscaped garden provides a restful place for residents to catch up with friends and family or simply to enjoy the outdoors with a cup of tea. To ensure residents always feel at home, the comfortable living areas and bedrooms are all easily accessible by wheelchair.

From Care Assistants to Wellbeing Coordinators and Chefs, each and every member of the professional care team is there to make Acorn Meadow a home from home for all residents. And with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the care sector, the Home Manager leads the team to ensure residents are supported to live the best quality of life.

The catering team at Acorn Meadow care home understand the nutritional needs of older people and create delicious meals to ensure a lovely dining experience for all of residents as well as visitors. They offer a wide range of popular dining areas that provide a welcoming space to enjoy meals.

Learning about each resident’s hobbies and interests enables the dedicated and professional care team to design a comprehensive activity programme, supporting those living in the home to enjoy the things they love most. From building relationships with neighbours in local community groups and schools to arranging tours in the local area, Acorn Meadow also encourages residents to take an active role in the Northwich community.

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Care Provided by Acorn Meadow Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Older Person Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 48 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Alzheimer's
  • Asperger Syndrome
  • Bipolar/Manic Depression
  • Challenging Behaviour/Psychosis
  • Drug Dependence (past or present)
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Neuropathic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Schizophrenia
  • Speech Impairment
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Own GP if required

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Lorna Bennett (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 60+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (48)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No
    • Last Refurbishment: 2022

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Acorn Meadow Care Home Reviews (94)

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Acorn Meadow Care Home has a Review Score of 10 (9.972) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Acorn Meadow Care Home has 94 reviews.

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Review from M J (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After a recent spell in hospital, Mum arrived at Acorn Meadow Care Home for respite care. What an amazing team of individuals that we met. Dementia isn't the easiest of conditions to face for an individual or family and friends trying to support them. Without the care, kindness, compassion and empathy
that this team have shown us, we surely would have struggled to manage with all the emotions that come with having to place a loved one into care. The team at Acorn Meadow fully supported Mum with this transition, supporting her needs, maintaining dignity and reassuring her on good and bad days. Nothing was ever too much trouble. Mum is now a permanent resident here which is such a relief to myself and my sister to have found such a special place. We'd like to thank all the team at Acorn Meadow that play such an amazing part in Mum's new life for their care, compassion and for becoming her new trusted friends and for allowing us to know Mum is safe and cared for, thank you.

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Review from T I (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can only speak highly of Acorn Meadow Care Home. Following a stay in hospital, mum moved to Acorn Meadow. From my very first visit, I knew this was the home for mum. Nothing is too much trouble and all the staff are amazing and treat mum with respect and dignity. Staff are kind and understanding,
making sure all her needs are met. The home is clean and very comfortable. Food is outstanding.

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Review from H D (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A care home in our local area that truly goes above and beyond for its residents and their relatives. The staff here are fantastic with the residents. The quality of care is second to none. The residents are well looked after and thriving. My grandmother has been here for several years and calls this
her home. The warm atmosphere in the home ensures security for the residents allowing them to build a trusting relationship with the staff. The care home communication with relatives is simply amazing. I cannot recommend this clean, welcoming and friendly care home enough.

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Review from Angela R (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has been a resident at Acorn Meadow for nearly 3 years. The staff are lovely and do an amazing job. Mum is always well cared for and is very happy in her "home". Communication is second to none. We are always involved in decisions about her care.

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Review from Dianne E (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very pleased with the whole care home. All the staff are absolutely lovely to me. Help is always there, always happy to help me with things.

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Review from Stewart B (Grandson of Resident) published on 12 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Always made to feel welcome from start to finish of every visit. All the staff are a real credit to the home. I always know that my grandma is well looked after. Thank you.

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Review from Fran S (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Best care home in the region. The staff are fabulous with residents and the whole family. Very caring and considerate. The care home has excellent facilities and is always kept to high standards in cleanliness etc.

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Review from Liz N (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Usual attentive care given to my mother during a difficult period. When she first had a seizure and two weeks later a chest infection. Both times requiring hospital admittance. Staff at Acorn Meadow kept me informed throughout and stayed in touch with the hospital. I always feel as though Mum is well
looked after by the team.

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Review from M J (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Cannot fault the staff at Acorn Meadow. They are compassionate, treat all residents with dignity and support the resident's relatives when needed. Nothing is too much trouble for them. So lucky that Mum was placed here. Thank you!

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Review from P B (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father is extremely well cared for at Acorn Meadow. The staff are very helpful, friendly and no job is too small. The care home is very well managed by the manager and his team, two members of staff in particular are very helpful. The kindness of the staff is evident. I'm so very pleased that Dad
is safe and very happy at AM.

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Review from Jan C (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum came for respite but was so happy and settled that we made it a permanent placement. We had lots of help from the management and the transition from respite to residential was completed without stress or fuss and Mum even stayed in the same room. The staff are brilliant. Mum is always clean and
well-hydrated and has put some weight on. She no longer displays agitation. The doctor is called as required.

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Review from Graham M (Son of Resident) published on 16 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

So happy with the home Mum's in. She is looked after brilliantly. The staff are first class, nothing is too much trouble for them. I would recommend this care home for anyone who needs their family to be given excellent care. Many thanks.

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Review from Donna M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 16 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We decided to put Mum in Acorn Meadow to be with her identical twin sister on recommendation from a relative. We are so pleased with all aspects of the home, the way the manager and all the staff work as a team in looking after and caring for our mother. They make every occasion a happy one. Birthdays,
Easter, Christmas, Halloween. More importantly, the staff work so hard and are always happy to help and have a smile on their face even when probably under pressure. Mum is looked after 100%.

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Review from Martin B (Son of Resident) published on 4 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The manager and staff have been excellent in dealing with my mother's care and individual needs. She is now settled and happy with her surroundings and care.
Mum celebrated her 100th birthday at Acorn Meadow Care Home. There was a wonderful buffet prepared and she and the people in attendance thoroughly
enjoyed the day.

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Review from Ian S (Son of Resident) published on 3 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have found all the staff (from managers to cleaners) to be extremely caring and conscientious. The home is clean, friendly and comfortable, characteristics we have found on every visit to see our mum. Nothing has been too much trouble and it is a great source of comfort and peace of mind to us that
our mum is so lovingly cared for. We would not hesitate to recommend the home to anyone needing to put their loved ones into the care of someone else.

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Review from Jayne W (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been at Acorn Meadow Northwich for just over a year now, I can't praise all the staff enough, for all the love, care and support they have given Mum and myself.
Nothing is too much trouble for them, even if I'm worried about Mum and ring for reassurance.

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Review from Deborah P (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum is a resident and is very happy At Acorn Meadow. All the staff are wonderful. From housekeepers, care staff, administrators, and managers.
Lots of activities and outings to attempt to keep residents occupied. Also one to one activities. The food is delicious and to a good standard. You can
go and eat with your relative (service user). If you wish to do so.
Hairdresser visits weekly. There are no restrictions on visiting. Visit any time of day or night. I am very happy that my mum is at this care home. All staff polite, professional, efficient and friendly. One happy relative no concerns whatsoever. I would rate Acorn Meadow a score of 5, which means excellent
and well deserved.

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Review from Alison B (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very pleasant staff and surroundings. Mum has settled in very well. Thank you to Acorn Meadow Care Home.

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Review from E P (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 12 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care home has a very nice atmosphere where carers help make the experience amazing for my grandma. The themed parties and events really show how much effort and care is put into making everyone enjoy themselves and always get my grandma laughing and smiling. She has been able to make friends and
enjoy her time here.

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Review from Anna P (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been a resident at Acorn Meadow since 2023. She has settled in beautifully thanks to the care and compassion of the staff, the excellent array of activities, the delicious cakes and the friendly residents.
We couldn't have picked a better place for Mum to live!

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.972)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.972) out of 10 for Acorn Meadow Care Home 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 21 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 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 4.972 for Acorn Meadow Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (246 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 252 Ratings = 4.972

  • 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 Acorn Meadow Care Home is based on 21 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 48 registered maximum number of service users is 9.6, which has been reached with 21 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: 3 May 2024

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    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 Acorn Meadow Care Home

What types of Care is Acorn Meadow Care Home registered for?

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

What additional types of Care does Acorn Meadow Care Home provide?

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

How many Rooms does Acorn Meadow Care Home have?

There are 48 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Acorn Meadow Care Home?

Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Acorn Meadow Care Home to the centre of Northwich?

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