The Sands Meadows

The Sands Meadows is a residential care home in Lancaster, Lancashire (LA2 6DG). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About The Sands Meadows

We are a residential care home in Lancaster, providing a permanent home for older people, including many living with dementia. The house runs at an unhurried pace, because most of what makes a care home bearable or pleasant happens in the small hours of the day rather than in anything grand. People choose when to get up, what to eat and how to spend their time. Some like company and conversation for most of the day, others want their own room and a bit of quiet, and both are perfectly acceptable here. We encourage people to bring their own furniture and pictures, since a room with somebody's own things in it settles a person far quicker than a tidy empty one. Our staff are here through the day and the night, and we work closely with GPs and district nurses so that health needs are dealt with early. For those living with dementia we keep the routine familiar and the atmosphere calm, and we give people time rather than trying to hurry them along. Families are welcome to visit and to be involved as much as their relative wishes. Respite and short stays are offered alongside permanent places. Our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection rated the home Good. If you would like to look round and meet the team, please ring us and arrange a time.

Care provided at The Sands Meadows

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about The Sands Meadows

Where is The Sands Meadows located?

The Sands Meadows is a residential care home in Lancaster, Lancashire, LA2 6DG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does The Sands Meadows provide?

The Sands Meadows is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is The Sands Meadows's CQC rating?

The Sands Meadows is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 21 February 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does The Sands Meadows provide dementia care?

Yes. The Sands Meadows supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does The Sands Meadows offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. The Sands Meadows offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about The Sands Meadows

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. The Sands Meadows is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. The Sands Meadows is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. The Sands Meadows offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

No. The Sands Meadows is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the North West

The Sands Meadows has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the North West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from The Sands Meadows. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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