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About
Sandstones is a 35-bed residential care home in Wirral, Merseyside, operated by Anchor. The home provides care for older people and those living with dementia.
The home was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission in 2019, with key strengths in safety, effectiveness, responsiveness and leadership. It received an Outstanding rating for the caring dimension of its service.
What inspectors found
CQC: GoodReport published 18 September 2019 · Last inspected 10 July 2019
Inspectors found that residents, relatives and professionals all spoke very highly of the staff and the care provided. People said they felt safe, had chosen to live at the home, and could make decisions about their own daily routines, with activities planned around their individual preferences. The atmosphere was described as warm and relaxed, with people at ease in the company of staff.
- Staff knew individuals well, which helped them notice early changes in people's health and arrange timely primary healthcare support.
- People had choice and control over their daily lives, with a varied activity programme that included gardening, shopping and social events.
- Meals were described as plentiful, varied and freshly prepared, with food and snacks available throughout the day.
- Recruitment, staff induction and training were in place, and the home had close links with the local community, including visits from nurseries and therapy dogs.
Written by AI from the report text and checked against it. Not an official CQC statement. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Read the full report on CQC.
Care provided
Specialist care
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Ambulance station about 850 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsPlentiful
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseAdequate
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenPlentiful
- Playing FieldAmple
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsPlentiful
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAdequate
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysAmple
Local crime statistics
120 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
Gallery
Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Wirral council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £744 |
| 2025 | £793 |
What Wirral council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
Sandstones is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Liverpool University Hospital, 3.1 miles away. The local GP practice is MANOR HEALTH CTR, 0.5 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Wirral
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age Concern Wirral
We provides support, services & activities to promote well-being and resilience of people in the local community, with a specific focus on people in later life. Our work includes information and…
South Central Community Transport Limited
The objects of the charity are:1. Community transport2. Provision of facilities for recreation, or other leisure time occupation and interests of Social Welfare or in pursuant of employment.
Age Concern Liverpool & Sefton
Provide services and activities for older people.Campaigns with and advocates on behalf of older people.Supports the development of older peoples organisations.
Liverpool Community Transport Limited
L.C.T. is a not for profit organisation committed to provide a "Safe, Affordable, Reliable and Accessible transport and repair service to its City Wide Community Groups"
Sefton O.p.e.r.a.
Sefton O.P.E.R.A is a voluntary organisation working with older people in the community many experiencing dementia and Alzheimers often experiencing isolation our aim is to enable older people to…
Sefton Carers Centre
To support carers in the provision of centre based and outreach services eg.support groups,holistic care,advocacy,information data base,social events and welfare benefits advice.
Part of Anchor
Sandstones is one of 132 homes run by Anchor on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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