Summerhill Care Home
Summerhill Care Home is a nursing home in Kendal, Westmorland and Furness (LA9 4JY). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Summerhill Care Home
We at Summerhill Care Home are proud to offer compassionate nursing care in the welcoming market town of Kendal, nestled within the beautiful Westmorland and Furness area of the North West. Our home provides a calm, supportive environment for older adults, younger adults, and those living with complex needs. Set within the LA postcode area of Kendal, our home benefits from its setting on the edge of the Lake District, offering residents the warmth of a close knit community alongside the tranquillity of the surrounding Cumbrian landscape. The local town provides a familiar backdrop for families visiting their loved ones, with easy access for those travelling from across the region. Our specialisms reflect the breadth of care we are able to offer. As a nursing home, we provide round the clock clinical support for residents whose health needs require qualified nursing input. We also welcome older people seeking long term residential support, individuals living with dementia, adults with physical disabilities, and younger adults whose circumstances mean that a nursing setting best suits their needs. In practice, this means our team is experienced in adapting daily routines, communication, and personal care to suit each individual. For families, it offers the reassurance that as a loved one's needs change over time, the care around them can adapt without the upheaval of moving home. Dementia care at Summerhill is delivered with patience, dignity, and an understanding that every person's experience is unique. We focus on meaningful moments, familiar routines, and a gentle pace that supports wellbeing. For residents with physical disabilities or those requiring nursing support, our approach is centred on promoting independence wherever possible whilst ensuring that clinical needs are met with skill and sensitivity. Younger adults living with us are supported to maintain their interests, relationships, and sense of identity within a respectful environment. Following our most recent CQC inspection in June 2025, Summerhill Care Home was awarded an overall rating of Good. The Care Quality Commission found us to be Good in the areas of Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led, recognising the quality of the support we provide, the kindness of our team, and the leadership that underpins daily life here. The Safe domain was rated as Requires Improvement, and we want to be open with families about that. We take this feedback seriously and are committed to acting on every recommendation made, strengthening our practices so that safety matches the standard of care our residents and their relatives rightly expect. Transparency is important to us, and we welcome conversations with families about the steps we are taking. Choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and we understand the mixture of emotions that comes with it. At Summerhill, we aim to make that journey as gentle as possible, offering honest information, a listening ear, and the time you need to feel confident in your choice. Whether you are exploring options for a parent, a partner, a sibling, or yourself, we would be glad to hear from you. Please get in touch to arrange a visit, ask questions, or simply talk through what matters most to your family. We are here to help you find the right path forward.
Care provided at Summerhill Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 23 June 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Summerhill Care Home
Where is Summerhill Care Home located?
Summerhill Care Home is a nursing home in Kendal, Westmorland and Furness, LA9 4JY. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Summerhill Care Home provide?
Summerhill Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Summerhill Care Home's CQC rating?
Summerhill 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 23 June 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Summerhill Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Summerhill Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Summerhill Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Summerhill Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Summerhill Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Summerhill Care 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. Summerhill Care 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. Summerhill 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?
Yes. Yes. Summerhill Care 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
Summerhill 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.
- 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 Summerhill Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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