Hesketh Park Lodge

61 Albert Road, Southport PR9 9LN
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9.7 120 Reviews
  • Hesketh Park Lodge, Southport
Located next to its beautiful namesake, Hesketh Park Lodge offers an ideal home setting that provides a range of dementia and nursing care services.

Providing both long and short-term care, the home also has rehabilitation facilities for those making the transition from hospital to home and offers respite care.

With 79 bedrooms, Hesketh Park Lodge provides a community setting where residents can benefit from high-quality care that is tailored to their individual needs. Hesketh Park Lodge has been specially designed to improve residents’ quality of life, through mobility and experience.

The Lodge is equipped with high-quality furnishings and fittings throughout. Each bedroom comes with an adjustable profile bed, call bell system, flat-screen TV, wireless internet access, ensuite wet room and telephone, at an added cost.

Hesketh Park Lodge has a range of facilities including comfortable lounges, a health & beauty salon and there is also a cinema room where residents can watch their favourite films. Friends and family are always welcome and each lounge includes a kitchenette so residents and visitors to make teas and coffees at any time!

Hesketh Park Lodge understands the importance of a well-balanced and nutritious diet and therefore, a carefully selected team produces home-cooked meals onsite daily. Crafted with care and attention, the menu incorporates resident’s preferences and cultural or dietary requirements. Friends or family can join residents at mealtimes if there have been prior arrangements.

The Lodge has their very own in-house Lifestyle and Wellbeing team is dedicated to making their residents’ home a happy, vibrant and fun place to live! With daily schedules filled with in-house activities that often take place in the communal lounges, there is something fun going on around every corner!

Care Provided by Hesketh Park Lodge

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Younger Adults
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 79 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Challenging Behaviour/Psychosis
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • Down Syndrome
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • 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
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Jacob Kinsella (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages from 18 to 105
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (75)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (75)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Year Purpose Built: 2018
    • Last Refurbishment: 2018
    • Number of floors: 4

Funding & Fees Guide for Hesketh Park Lodge

  • 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 £1,160 – £1,185
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,220
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,491
  • Our fees are subject to assessment of needs


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

Facilities

  • 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
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting
  • Hesketh Park Lodge offers a warm welcome to all relatives visiting loved ones.


    If advance notice is given, visitors are welcome to use the facilities. For example, if friends & family would like to join loved ones for a meal or even enjoy a light bite in one of the tea rooms.


    In order to dedicate the time to provide an initial look around, the Lodge requests that viewings are organised in advance; So to ensure staff members are available.


  • Parking
  • Onsite parking available for both residents and visitors. Additionally, there is street parking available - so finding a space shouldn't be a problem!


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9.7

Hesketh Park Lodge has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.737) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Hesketh Park Lodge has 120 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum lived in Hesketh Park Lodge between November 23 and February 2024. The rooms were large with ensuite bathroom, the furniture and furnishings were quality, giving the impression that it was a nice hotel rather than a nursing home. The nursing staff were caring, showed empathy and approachable.
All the care assistants were really nice and attentive. The entertainment team were full of enthusiasm and provide a wide variety of entertainment. They even organised an 80th birthday for Mum. Food excellent, communal lounge beautiful and relaxing. No regrets whatsoever in putting Mum in the home.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum was nervous about leaving her home to move to a home to give her support but the staff here have been terrific! They encourage and 'jolly' Mum into taking an 'active' part, but never overplay it, so that she knows that she has the final say - perfect for 'Mrs Independent!'

Reply from Debra Banks, Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your kind review of our service it is very much appreciated that you took the time to give us such a great score. I will share with the team. Thank you so much


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since I arrived I've been treated with respect, I feel safer. All the staff are lovely. I could not have chosen a better place to come to. Thank you so much.

Reply from Debra Banks, Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

Many thanks for your lovely comments. We really appreciate it when people take the time to thank us. I will share your comments with the staff team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It was my first visit to Hesketh Park Lodge to visit my sister. I arrived approximately at 10.45 am. It was a very good visit. A warm welcome from the staff (reception) and the nursing staff who responded to my sister's request to have use of a quiet area - dining area. The staff provided this, and
she had two visitors - myself and her elderly cousin. Our visit lasted a little over 90 minutes. The staff provided a good service to all residents as well as provided us with tea and coffee.

Reply from Debra Banks, Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your kind review; it's always good to hear kind words. I will ensure I share your review with the staff team. Many thanks.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was at Hesketh Park Lodge for end-of-life care and we could not have wished for more during such a difficult time for us all. The staff were so caring and thoughtful, not only towards my mother but also towards my father and me, meaning we could just be together peacefully and comfortably.
While we were there it was clear that the home was impeccably organised with great spaces and services adapted to the different needs of different residents, it felt like a family home or hotel, and there is no doubt this is where I would turn if we need care home services in the future.

Reply from Debra Banks, Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review it was a pleasure to help you at such a sad time. I'm glad your experience was made a little easier at Hesketh Park Lodge. I will pass on your message to all of the team as it's very much appreciated. hope you and your dad are both doing okay, And hope Dad made it to Italy for a visit, please don't hesitate to contact us should you need us in the future. Take care.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Thank you to all the staff for the excellent care you have given my auntie over the last two years. All your hard work and dedication are very much appreciated.

Reply from Debra Banks, Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your lovely comments I will ensure the staff are aware of your thoughts. We always try and provide great care for all our residents and in all that we do. Many thanks for your great review of our home.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother stayed at the Hesketh Park Lodge for two weeks, and during this time, she was well looked after and had her needs catered for. The staff are very friendly and seem well trained in their tasks. I certainly would consider using their services again next time my mother is requiring respite.

Reply from Debra Banks, Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your kind words, it's very much appreciated, and we strive to always do our very best to ensure all our residents are well cared for. I will share your comments with the team. Thank you, let us know if we can help you again in the future.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have nothing but praise for the nurses, carers, activities lady and chefs who provide an excellent service in a very busy environment. Gold five stars for everyone, including the maintenance man who repaired the television when it stopped operating.

Reply from Debra Banks, Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your kind words it's very much appreciated we strive to always do our very best to ensure all our residents are well cared for. I will share your comments with the team. Thank you.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

In general, the home is friendly, welcoming clean and a happy place for my mum to live. The staff are friendly happy and always there to help no matter how small or large the issue may be. Dementia is a horrible illness which affects everyone and it’s never easy to leave your mum behind. But it helps
to know she is well looked after.

Reply from Debra Banks, Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your kind words and for sparing the time to complete a care review. All of our staff work as a team, providing the best care for your mum and all of our residents. I am pleased you feel we are doing a great job. We do pride ourselves on always being there to help wherever we can, and understand how difficult it can be for families sometimes.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent standard. My mother is well cared for.

Reply from Debra Banks, Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

We are happy to hear mum is enjoying her stay at Hesketh Park Lodge and that she is well cared for. I will pass these comments on to the staff at Hesketh Park Lodge.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My brother spent four weeks in Hesketh Park Lodge, he seemed very settled but when he visited another care home he wanted to move there. I can honestly say that he was very well looked after but are very understaffed.

Reply from Debra Banks, Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thanks for this review which is lovely. We really do have a great team of staff, many of whom go above their job roles each day. We are so pleased you are happy with the care and attention given to all our fantastic residents. We aim to keep our standards extremely high and I would like to assure you that staffing levels are maintained by following a dependency scoring tool to ensure we have the correct numbers of staff on duty each day. This is monitored to ensure our residents receive safe and, most importantly, effective care. Our activities staff do try to get to know all our residents and find out what activities each resident would like to get involved with. This is an area that we are currently working on in the home, to improve the well-being of our residents and enhance their experiences here at Hesketh Park and in the community. It was lovely to meet you both and we are here should you require any further support. Take care and thanks again.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

I was a resident at Hesketh Park Lodge, I came from a spinal unit in hospital. When I arrived at the home I was left in reception for over 2 hours, the maintenance man was the only help I had to move my belongings. The first contact I had was with a carer after 7 hours, she didn't introduce herself
and was speaking in her language on the phone which made me uncomfortable. They neglected me all this time, not offering any food or drink. Finally receiving a cold slice of toast and warm tea 9 hours late. The biggest issue I had with this home was medication errors, not receiving the correct medication at the right time, this caused me to fall out of my wheelchair 3 times as well as falling out of my bed. I was unable to get a shower for 5 weeks because there were no shower chairs. I raised all these issues with the manager, she showed no empathy. On December 20th I moved out and moved into another home where I feel much more happier. I would not recommend Hesketh Park Lodge.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife went into Hesketh Park Lodge at the beginning of September and thanks to the staff and the overall environment she has settled well. She has dementia and despite her condition, she is able to relate and communicate to both staff and residents. She has always been a caring and thoughtful person
towards others and this has helped both herself and the residents as well as staff.
Over the five weeks, I have noticed the varied stages the residents are in and am impressed that this has been acknowledged and a proposal is hopefully being implemented. My only negative observation is despite clothes being identified they seem to get mislaid. Also my wife wears glasses all the time and they get mislaid, she has worn several other pairs from other residents.

Reply from Maxine Nichol, Quality Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your positive comments and these will be passed on to staff. I will raise the concerns about the mislaid glasses and clothing and hopefully, this can be resolved.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum is 96 and has dementia, she has been staying on Ash unit for a week’s respite and has been extremely well looked after.
The staff are truly caring and have been so kind towards my mum and also towards myself and my family in helping us organise everything.

Reply from Jo-Ann Wallace, Lodge Service Advisor at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your kind words and for sparing the time to complete a care review. All of our staff work as a team, providing the best care for your mum and all of our residents. I am pleased you feel we did an extremely good job in looking after mum. We do pride ourselves on always being available to offer help and support to families who need us too.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I live on my own and have had a hernia repair procedure, not wishing to put a strain on the healing process I decided to book in for 2 weeks respite care. I have had a restful time without any worries from my domestic tasks.
The staff have been pleasant, cheerful and helpful throughout in providing
my needs. I found the food adequate and well cooked.

Reply from Jo-Ann Wallace, Lodge Service Advisor at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your compliments of the staff and your stay with us, I am pleased you felt confident in your decision to choose Hesketh Park Lodge to convalesce after your operation. It is also nice to know that we have fulfilled your expectations and hopefully you will recommend us to any other friends or family who may require care in the future.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My cousin was admitted to the care of Hesketh Park Lodge in July following a severe stroke. As I live 6000 miles away and am the only relative he is in touch with, I was obviously quite anxious. In November, I was finally able to visit him. When I arrived, all my fears were blown away. This is not your
average care home. This is more akin to a boutique hotel! The facilities are amazing and the staff even more amazing. They really do care. Under their care, my cousin is doing so well that it is looking as though he may soon go back home. This is a massive step forward. And I can only thank the wonderful staff for this life changing change. A special thanks must go to, a Nurse who goes beyond and also to the Head Housekeeper. There are probably many others but it was them who I had the pleasure to engage with. And let’s not forget the amazing Care Home Manager who really does have her resident's best interests at heart. In summary, my experience has been fantastic.

Reply from Jo-Ann Wallace, Lodge Service Advisor at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review and for taking the time to pass on your thoughts. The staff at Hesketh Park Lodge put residents and family care at the heart of everything they do, and it is great to see that it is paying dividends. You have obviously received an excellent five-star customer experience. We will pass your comments onto the manager and her team who will be so delighted and overwhelmed to hear such positive feedback. Once again thank you.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Respite - very disappointed.
Mainly the staff was lovely - but my husband was homesick, so I requested tablets from a doctor. Instead, 111 was contacted and sadly it took five days to receive the correct dose. (Unnecessary time wasted for my husband and family to witness).
Soon after this, a serious
incident occurred one night - a nurse forgot to give my husband his insulin, which resulted in him going into hospital for many hours the next day. It could have been life-threatening and very distressing for him and us.
After a few more days back at Hesketh Park Lodge, he came back home.
He looked so poorly and as dreaded, my husband had caught Covid symptoms badly, most probably from the hospital admission before, and sadly passed away ten days later in hospital. No condolence card from the Nursing Home was given.
A very sad episode that has had a devastating effect on me and my family, and wish it had never happened. We were let down very badly.
I wish we'd gone somewhere else.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Special mention to the nurses and care staff on duty when my dad was taken ill with an infection and later hospitalised. Impressed by the teamwork and efficiency, knowledge yet general good humour under pressure. Also, the clinical skills that meant the infection was spotted early and therefore soon
treated. Thank you.

Reply from Marie Parkinson, Lodge Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your kind words, the fact we have a highly trained nurse and care team is important to us, we always strive to deliver care to the best of our abilities.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This home provides excellent care for my Mother-in-law with modern, clean purpose-built facilities. Most importantly the staff are wonderful, caring and warm and treat Mum with dignity.

Reply from Marie Parkinson, Lodge Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your thoughtful comments, we as a team are very passionate about caring for all our residents ensuring the care we give is person-centred to each individual.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Residental accomodation - excellent.
Catering - excellent
General care - excellent.
Nursing care - just commenced but so far excellent.
Communication - some room for improvement, but staff are excellent, hard-working and very busy caring for residents.

Reply from Marie Parkinson, Lodge Manager at Hesketh Park Lodge

Thank you for your lovely comments, we do take on constructive feedback so hopefully the communication will definitely improve. I will pass on your lovely comments to the staff team.


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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.737)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.737) out of 10 for Hesketh Park Lodge 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 29 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 28 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 4.737 for Hesketh Park Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (256 Excellents x 5) + (70 Goods x 4) + (9 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 335 Ratings = 4.737

  • 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 Hesketh Park Lodge is based on 28 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 79 registered maximum number of service users is 15.8, which has been reached with 28 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: 27 Aug 2022

Overall
Requires improvement

  • Caring

    Good
  • Effective

    Requires improvement
  • Responsive

    Requires improvement
  • 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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Meet the Team (1)

Jo-Ann

Jo-Ann Wallace

Job Title: Lodge Service Advisor

Joined: 2021

Having worked in the care sector now for more than 15 years in various roles, the most fulfilling role has to be working with prospective residents, their family or their representatives. I find it most rewarding in helping to find the most suitable care home that will endeavour to meet the care needs of each new resident, along with show casing and promoting the many superb facilities each individual care home has to offer.


My main duty is just by being there every step of the way, helping to support families to take away some of the stress of trying to find the right care home for their loved one.


In my spare time I love nothing more than walking my cockapoo, travelling to different counties within the UK and visiting different countries to sample the different restaurants, sightseeing and experiencing different cultures, but most importantly spending quality time with family and friends.