Ferndale Court Nursing Home
Ferndale Court Nursing Home is a nursing home in Widnes, Halton (WA8 8TF). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Ferndale Court Nursing Home
Here at Ferndale Court Nursing Home in Widnes, Halton, we provide nursing and residential care for a wide range of people, and we take genuine pride in doing it well. Our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection rated us as Good, which reflects the commitment our whole team brings to the people who live with us every day. We support older adults, people living with dementia, those with mental health needs, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. We also welcome younger adults who require nursing level support, and we offer respite care for those who need a short stay, whether that is to recover after a hospital admission or to give a family carer some time to rest. What matters most to us is that every person who comes through our doors feels safe, respected, and at home. We know that choosing a nursing home, whether for yourself or for someone you love, is one of the most significant decisions a family can face. We try to make that process as straightforward and as reassuring as possible by being open, honest, and approachable from the very first conversation. Our nursing team works closely with GPs, community health professionals, and families to make sure each person receives care that is tailored to their individual needs and preferences. We do not believe in a one size fits all approach. People are different, their needs change over time, and we adapt alongside them. The atmosphere at Ferndale Court is friendly and calm. We encourage residents to maintain connections with family and friends, to enjoy meaningful activity, and to have a genuine say in how their day looks. If you would like to find out more or arrange a visit, we would be very happy to hear from you.
Care provided at Ferndale Court Nursing Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 13 February 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Ferndale Court Nursing Home
Where is Ferndale Court Nursing Home located?
Ferndale Court Nursing Home is a nursing home in Widnes, Halton, WA8 8TF. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Ferndale Court Nursing Home provide?
Ferndale Court Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Ferndale Court Nursing Home's CQC rating?
Ferndale Court Nursing 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 February 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Ferndale Court Nursing Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Ferndale Court Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Ferndale Court Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Ferndale Court Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Ferndale Court Nursing Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Ferndale Court Nursing Home 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?
Yes. Yes. Ferndale Court Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Ferndale Court Nursing 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?
Yes. Yes. Ferndale Court Nursing Home 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
Ferndale Court Nursing 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.
- Residential care: £800 to £1,050 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £900 to £1,150 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the North West, not a quote from Ferndale Court Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
More about the care at Ferndale Court Nursing Home
Respite Care at Ferndale Court Nursing Home
A respite stay in a nursing home can follow a hospital discharge or simply give a family carer a fortnight off, and either way it needs arranging ahead. Ferndale Court Nursing Home is registered for respite care. Pack enough clothing for the stay, toiletries, and all medication in the packaging it was dispensed in. Many families find a short stay answers the permanent question better than any number of visits.
Nursing Care at Ferndale Court Nursing Home
Round the clock cover by registered nurses is what separates a nursing home from a residential one, and it is what people with complex or unstable health needs actually require. Ferndale Court Nursing Home in Widnes holds a nursing registration. Typical reasons include wounds that need dressing, a feeding tube, unmanaged diabetes, advanced Parkinson's or care at the end of life. Where a nursing need is confirmed, the NHS pays a Funded Nursing Care contribution of roughly £235 a week directly to the home, reducing what a self funding family pays. The February 2025 inspection resulted in an overall rating of good. Ask who assesses eligibility for that NHS contribution and how it appears on the invoice.
Dementia Care at Ferndale Court Nursing Home
Calm surroundings, a predictable day and staff who know a person's history do more for dementia than any single intervention. Dementia care is among the registrations held by Ferndale Court Nursing Home. In a nursing setting there is also clinical oversight for the physical complications that often accompany later stage dementia. Families should ask how staff respond when someone becomes distressed or tries to leave, and how such episodes are recorded and reviewed. The layout is worth walking, so look at whether corridors are easy to follow and whether outdoor space can be reached safely. Ask too what changes as dementia advances, and whether a resident would ever need to move on.
Older Person Care at Ferndale Court Nursing Home
Getting washed and dressed, eating a proper meal, taking medication at the right time and having somebody to sit with are the daily substance of care for most older people. Ferndale Court Nursing Home is registered for older person care. Because this is a nursing setting, the support available stretches further than personal care alone, into health conditions that need monitoring. Fees in the North West commonly range from £1000 to £1300 a week, while Halton Borough Council usually pays between £800 and £980 for residents it funds. Ask how many staff are on at night, how many of them are nurses, and how long a call bell usually takes to answer. It is worth asking as well how residents' routines and preferences are recorded.
Mental Health at Ferndale Court Nursing Home
Dignity and a settled routine are the practical foundations of good support for adults with a mental health condition, particularly where medication needs careful handling. Mental health is a registered category at Ferndale Court Nursing Home. Ask what training staff have had, how a crisis out of hours is managed with nursing staff present, and which community mental health services the home can call on.
Visual and Hearing Impairment at Ferndale Court Nursing Home
Lighting without glare, clear signage, contrasting handrails and a hearing loop that actually works are the unglamorous details that make a building usable for someone with sight or hearing loss. Ferndale Court Nursing Home is registered to support visual and hearing impairment. Families should ask how hearing aids are cleaned and batteries replaced, and how staff are told about each resident's preferred way of communicating.
Younger Adults at Ferndale Court Nursing Home
Nursing care for an adult under 65 raises a question beyond the clinical one, namely who they will spend their days with when everyone else is thirty years older. Younger adults are included in the registration held by Ferndale Court Nursing Home. Ask how many residents are currently under 65, what the week looks like for them, and how visits from friends and family are accommodated.
Physical Disability at Ferndale Court Nursing Home
Level access, a ceiling hoist, an adapted bathroom and a wheelchair that fits through the doorway decide how much independence a physically disabled person keeps. Physical disability support falls within what Ferndale Court Nursing Home is registered to provide. Check which rooms have the equipment, who reviews moving and handling plans, and how residents are helped to do things for themselves rather than having them done.
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