Mercia Grange

538 Lichfield Road, Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield B74 4EH
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  • Mercia Grange, Sutton Coldfield
Mercia Grange in Sutton Coldfield provides a full range of round-the-clock care for older people. The dedicated team offers residential, nursing and dementia care on a short-term or permanent basis.

Residents can enjoy a superb lifestyle thanks to the in-house café, hair salon and cinema room. Outside there are beautiful landscaped gardens to explore or relax in. The lifestyle team plans activities tailored to residents’ interests and hobbies, as well as regular outings and events.

With a focus on personalised care, the team at Mercia Grange work with each resident and their family to get to know everything they can about their life, needs, likes and dislikes. Then they design care and activity plans tailored to their unique needs and preferences.

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Care Provided by Mercia Grange

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability
  • Mental Health Condition
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 67 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Cancer Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Profound & Multiple Learning Disabilities
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Michael McNelis (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (67)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (67)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Mercia Grange

  • 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 £1,688
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,778
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,928
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,898
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,988
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care from £2,138

  • Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level
    of care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.
    Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible.


    What’s included?
    • All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
    • All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
    • In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
    • Use of in-house cinema
    • Access to landscaped gardens
    • Activities and lifestyle programme
    • All utilities and other accommodation costs
    • Housekeeping and laundry services
    • WiFi internet access


    Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or
    appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
    medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
    other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
    an agreed hourly charge for this service.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Mercia Grange to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Parking

  • Parking on-site


Mercia Grange Reviews (110)

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Mercia Grange has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.926) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Mercia Grange has 110 reviews.

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Review from Jeffrey H (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 16 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife and I were in need of an emergency care home place for my mother-in-law during Christmas 2018. Mercia Grange had the capacity so we admitted her without knowing much about the care home. In the time since, my father-in-law was also admitted and in fact, passed away whilst at Mercia Grange.


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whole experience from the staff at Mercia Grange has been overwhelming. They have shown nothing but compassion, understanding and at (appropriate) times, humour during a challenging time. The level of care shown to both my parents-in-law has been way beyond what I would have expected, not to mention the care and compassion directed at my wife and her sister and indeed everyone who visited. This compassion and kindness extended to all the staff at Mercia without exception.


I cannot speak highly enough of the place and would recommend it to anyone.


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Review from Mitch J (Grandson of Resident) published on 10 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very good experience during a very hard time for me and my family.
Staff have been amazing and still continue to be with another grandparent that is a resident.

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Review from Grace J (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 10 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely overwhelmed and speechless at the level of care this home offers, to both the residents and the family of those residents. The staff at this care home could not have done anymore to make my grandparents (residents at the home) more settled, supported, comfortable and important, as did they
for me and my family when experiencing the difficult journey of my grandparents’ illnesses. Absolutely incredible and inspiring.

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Review from Lesley J (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot rate Mercia Grange highly enough. My mom and dad are residents and the care they have received has been excellent. The staff are supportive and gentle. Since my dads passing the staff have been sensitive and supportive to the family and nothing is too much trouble. Mercia Grange has been a
big part of my life since Christmas and as a family, we couldn't have got through our difficult time without them.

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Review from Anne D (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been at Mercia Grange now for the last four months. She is so happy and contented; having settled in within a few days. The staff are wonderful, full of fun and professional at the same time. There is always something going on entertainment wise and you hear laughter so much, which can
only be a good thing. As a family, we are extremely grateful for everything you do for our mother. Thank you everybody at Mercia Grange.

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Review from Keith M (Son of Resident) published on 13 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A clean and modern environment with good facilities and organised activities. Everybody is very friendly and helpful which helps when you come from a lonely existence at home. As a close relative, myself and my older brother are satisfied with the help.

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Review from Stuart M (Son of Resident) published on 13 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

They worked with family to get mom in quickly following the death of my father. She has eaten better since being at Mercia Grange than at home. Staff are all friendly and caring. Any issues they phone to advise and welcome family input to the care plan.
Mom couldn't be in a better place, she is safe
and has made friends with other residents.

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Review from L M (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fabulous environment both in terms of the physical space/amenities and the care delivered. All residents and their visitors treated with the utmost respect. Nothing is too much trouble to any of the staff. Questions and concerns addressed promptly. Residents autonomy supported at all times. I'm saving
up to live here in the future!

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Review from S I (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Generally, I think Mercia Grange is an excellent care home. It has more of a feel of a hotel to it. Spotlessly clean, the dining room like a restaurant with a pleasant ambience. Staff are caring, their job is not always easy as different residents have very different needs.

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Review from Pauline M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 13 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mom has been made to feel really welcome here from day one. All the staff, including non-care staff, are friendly and welcoming, with no request too much trouble.
We take comfort from knowing that mom is safe and well cared for. She enjoys the various activities that are on offer but doesn't feel pressured
to take part if she doesn't wish to. Would highly recommend the home to others in our position.

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Review from Elizabeth B (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 93-year-old mother has been here since June. I haven't been able to visit her for 9 weeks. When I arrived, mum greeted me, she looked so well and is so happy and settled and so well looked after.
It is a real joy to visit her.

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Review from Peter H (Son of Resident) published on 29 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having had cause to be involved with several local care homes I can confidently recommend Mercia Grange. The whole place is spotlessly clean and the staff are fully committed to the care of their residents.

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Review from John B (Son of Resident) published on 26 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was so well cared for at Mercia Grange and I would recommend this home to anyone. Staff are friendly, caring, kind and professional and my father was treated with the utmost dignity and respect and sadly passed away in December.

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Review from K S (Friend of Resident) published on 25 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Whenever we visit we are made to feel very welcome. Our resident friends are treated well with kindness and dignity.

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Review from Jenna W (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

So happy with the care my grandad received at Mercia Grange, the staff were always friendly, helpful, kind, thoughtful and nothing was too much trouble for my grandad or me and my family. When we left my grandad in the care of staff I always felt reassured that he would be well cared for. Thank you
all so much.

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Review from Tara B (Relative of Resident) published on 24 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mercia Grange care home looked after my husband's grandad and they did an excellent job in that!
Nothing was too much trouble and everything was done to a high standard.
He was well and truly looked after right until the very end.
I would 100% recommended this care home to anyone.

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Review from Gillian B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 23 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are dedicated and very attentive to the needs of the residents in their care. The surroundings are very comfortable and homely. Every seems happy and engaged.

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Review from Kirstin M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 22 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely facility in pleasant location. Very clean and well equipped. Staff attentive, respectful and charming, seem very happy in their work. Care and consideration extended to family of resident. Communication excellent.

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Review from Paul D (Regular Volunteer) published on 20 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been visiting Mercia Grange once a week for the past 5 weeks. I initially attended one of their monthly community coffee mornings with my dog and was immediately welcomed and made to feel at ease. I was given an informative chat about the care home and its services and given a guided tour. I
was amazed at how well designed the building and amenities were, whilst maintaining a relaxed welcoming environment.


I have since become a volunteer providing dog therapy for the residents through my pet cockapoo. All the staff I have met have been professional, courteous and caring. I have felt supported and encouraged by the staff who always express gratitude for our time and efforts.


We look forward to our visits and thoroughly enjoy meeting the residents and relatives and getting to know them in recent weeks. I have personally found the experience both rewarding and enjoyable and we intend to continue volunteering at Mercia Grange and contributing to resident and care home activities.


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Review from Nigel S (Son of Resident) published on 13 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum went into Mercia Grange after nearly 4 weeks in hospital following which, in addition to physical ailments, she was suffering from extreme anxiety. The process to welcome her on respite was straightforward and the quality and level of care she has received has been first class. She is now looking
and sounding the best she has for the last couple of years. All of this was achieved over a 2 week period. She has stayed longer due to Dad also being taken ill and we are now looking at long-term care at Mercia Grange. The care, diligence and attention has been exemplary, from management down.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.926)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.926) out of 10 for Mercia Grange is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 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 4.926 for Mercia Grange is calculated as follows: ( (278 Excellents x 5) + (20 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 299 Ratings = 4.926

  • 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 Mercia Grange is based on 25 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 67 registered maximum number of service users is 13.4, which has been reached with 25 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: 9 Dec 2023

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  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

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

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Michael

Michael McNelis

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2024

I love being part of Care UK as they value people and have a total focus on delivering outstanding-quality care.


Mercia Grange is a stunning care home with a great team.


I joined Care UK after working as an interim manager at a not-for-profit organisation. I received a post-graduate degree in Business Management from Leeds University Business School and a Certificate in Management from Leicester University.


As a Home Manager, you must be totally focused on providing a quality living experience for the residents who we are entrusted to care for. You need to be positive and value the team that delivers care in the home, as well as ensuring any concerns of residents and their families are addressed immediately.


My favourite part of the day is being on the floor with residents and team members when they are enjoying their time together. It’s wonderful to have laughter and smiling faces in the home. The most important part of my role is ensuring all aspects of residents’ daily living experiences are centred around their wishes.


Outside of work, family is my number one priority. As I live in a livery yard, horses are a big part of my interests outside of work. I do the maintenance and leave the horse riding to my wife and daughters. I’m also an animal lover: we have dogs, a cat, five ducks and chickens.