Afton Lodge Care Home

Afton Lodge Care Home is a residential care home in Liverpool, Sefton (L20 7AL). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Afton Lodge Care Home

Afton Lodge Care Home is in the Sefton area. We provide residential care for older people and also support adults with a learning disability and autistic adults. Respite stays are available too. Having residents of different ages and needs living together works better than people often expect, provided it is thought about rather than left to chance. Older residents frequently enjoy the company and a bit of life about the place, and younger residents benefit from a settled household rather than an institutional one. What makes it work is not assuming everybody wants the same things. Meals, routines, outings and how much say somebody wants over their own decisions get worked out person by person. For residents with a learning disability or who are autistic, we treat the environment itself as part of the support. Noise, lighting, how predictable the day is, and whether there is somewhere quiet to go when everything becomes too much. Support aims at helping people do more for themselves over time rather than at keeping things simple for staff. We also learn how each person communicates, including those who use little or no speech. Respite stays are available for planned breaks and at shorter notice. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please come and visit Afton Lodge.

Care provided at Afton Lodge Care Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Afton Lodge Care Home

Where is Afton Lodge Care Home located?

Afton Lodge Care Home is a residential care home in Liverpool, Sefton, L20 7AL. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Afton Lodge Care Home provide?

Afton Lodge Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Afton Lodge Care Home's CQC rating?

Afton Lodge Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 13 December 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Afton Lodge Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Afton Lodge Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Afton Lodge Care Home

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

No. Afton Lodge Care Home is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Afton Lodge Care Home 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. Afton Lodge Care Home 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. Afton Lodge Care Home 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

Afton Lodge Care Home 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 Afton Lodge Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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