Woolston Mead
Woolston Mead is a residential care home in Liverpool, Sefton (L22 8QA). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Woolston Mead
We at Woolston Mead are proud to offer a warm and welcoming residential care home in the heart of Liverpool, providing dedicated support to older people and adults with a wide range of care needs. Nestled within the Sefton area of the North West, our home has become a familiar and trusted part of the local community. Our setting has been thoughtfully arranged to feel like a true home rather than an institution. Located within the L postcode area of Liverpool, we benefit from being close to local amenities whilst offering residents a calm, comfortable environment in which to relax, socialise, and feel at ease. Communal spaces encourage friendship and shared moments, whilst private areas allow residents the quiet and dignity they deserve. At the heart of what we do is person centred residential care for older people, delivered with warmth and respect. Alongside this, we are experienced in supporting individuals living with dementia, offering gentle routines and familiar surroundings that help residents feel safe and understood. For families navigating a dementia diagnosis, our approach is centred on reassurance, patience, and preserving each person's sense of identity. We also welcome younger adults and those living with learning disabilities or autism, providing tailored support that promotes independence, choice, and meaningful daily living. Our team is experienced in mental health support, ensuring residents receive compassionate care that recognises emotional wellbeing as being just as important as physical health. For those with physical disabilities or with visual or hearing impairments, we adapt our care to suit individual needs, making sure every resident can take part in the life of the home as fully as they wish. We understand that caring for a loved one at home can sometimes become challenging, which is why we also offer respite care. Whether families need short term support following a hospital stay, a break from caring responsibilities, or a trial stay before considering longer term arrangements, we aim to make the transition smooth and stress free for everyone involved. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission, carried out in April 2019, resulted in an overall rating of Requires Improvement. We were pleased to be rated Good in the areas of Effective, Caring, and Responsive care, which reflects the compassion, skill, and commitment of our team in day to day life at the home. We recognise that the Safe and Well led domains were identified as areas Requiring Improvement, and we take these findings seriously as part of our ongoing commitment to raising standards. Continuous improvement is central to our ethos, and we remain focused on strengthening every aspect of the care and leadership we provide. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the emotions that come with it. If you are exploring residential care, dementia care, or respite options in Liverpool, we warmly invite you to get in touch with us at Woolston Mead. We would be delighted to answer your questions, share more about our approach, and help you feel confident that your loved one will be supported with kindness, dignity, and genuine care.
Care provided at Woolston Mead
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 10 April 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Woolston Mead
Where is Woolston Mead located?
Woolston Mead is a residential care home in Liverpool, Sefton, L22 8QA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Woolston Mead provide?
Woolston Mead is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Woolston Mead's CQC rating?
Woolston Mead is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 10 April 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Woolston Mead provide dementia care?
Yes. Woolston Mead supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Woolston Mead offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Woolston Mead offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Woolston Mead
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Woolston Mead 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. Woolston Mead 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. Woolston Mead 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?
Yes. Yes. Woolston Mead supports younger adults as well as older people.
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
Woolston Mead 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.
- Residential care: £800 to £1,050 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £900 to £1,150 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Woolston Mead. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
Explore more
More care homes in Liverpool
Browse all care homes in Liverpool.