Oakbank Care Home
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Oakbank
off Rochdale Road
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M9 5YA
| Care Type | Care Home |
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| Care Category | Residential | Nursing | Dementia | Respite |
| Availability | Yes |
| Weekly Prices From | £1,210.00 |
| Regulator's Rating | Good |
Meet The Manager
Kelly Green & Geethu Baby is Home Managers at Oakbank Care Home.
Kelly Green has over 22 years’ experience in care and is passionate about providing compassionate, person-centred support. Joining Unity Homes eight years ago as a Senior Care Assistant, Kelly progressed to Deputy Manager and now Residential Manager. She is committed to ensuring residents are treated with dignity, respect and kindness, while creating a warm, supportive environment where both residents and staff can thrive.
Geethu began her nursing career in 2014 after completing her Bachelor of Nursing at Mahatma Gandhi University. With experience as a Theatre Nurse, Staff Nurse, Deputy Ward Manager and Ward Manager at North Manchester General Hospital, she brings strong clinical and leadership skills to her role as Nurse Manager at Oak Bank. Passionate about compassionate leadership, teamwork and continuous improvement, Geethu is dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centred care and supporting residents, families and colleagues.
Oakbank Care Home, Harpurhey
Welcome to Oakbank Care Home, a warm and welcoming home in Harpurhey, Manchester, providing compassionate residential care, general nursing care and residential dementia care in a comfortable and supportive environment.
With 51 bedrooms, Oakbank offers residents a friendly place to call home, where they can feel safe, valued and respected. Our dedicated team takes the time to get to know every resident as an individual, understanding their preferences, routines, interests and life experiences.
We believe that moving into a care home should not mean giving up the things that make life meaningful. Instead, it can be the beginning of a new chapter, with opportunities to enjoy companionship, maintain independence, continue favourite routines and discover new interests.
Residential, Nursing and Dementia Care
At Oakbank, our person-centred approach puts each resident's dignity, wellbeing and independence at the heart of everything we do.
We provide general residential care for people who need support with everyday living, alongside general nursing care for those who require additional professional support. We also offer residential dementia care, providing a reassuring and supportive environment for people living with dementia.
Our experienced team works closely with residents, their families and healthcare professionals to ensure that support is thoughtfully planned around each person's individual needs and wishes.
For residents living with dementia, we understand how important familiarity, reassurance, routine and meaningful engagement can be. We focus on getting to know the person, not simply their care needs, helping to maintain their identity, abilities and quality of life.
A Comfortable Place to Call Home
We want Oakbank to feel like more than somewhere to receive support — we want it to feel like home.
Residents are encouraged to bring photographs, favourite ornaments, treasured possessions and other familiar belongings with them. These personal touches can help create a comfortable space that feels familiar and reflects the individual's personality and memories.
Our communal areas provide welcoming places to relax, enjoy a cup of tea, chat with friends, spend time with family and visitors, or simply enjoy some peaceful time.
Wherever possible, residents are encouraged to make choices about their daily routines and remain involved in the things that matter to them.
Enjoying Everyday Life
Life at Oakbank is about much more than daily routines. We encourage residents to remain active, social and involved in the things they enjoy, while providing opportunities to try something new.
Our activities programme is designed to encourage mental stimulation, physical wellbeing, creativity and social connection. Activities may include arts and crafts, gardening, gentle exercise, quizzes, games, music and entertainment, film afternoons and pamper sessions.
We recognise that everyone is different. Some residents enjoy lively group activities, while others prefer quieter pastimes such as listening to favourite music, looking through photographs, having a conversation or spending time with loved ones.
Our team takes time to discover what each resident enjoys and what brings them pleasure, purpose and a sense of achievement.
Food, Friendship and Wellbeing
Good food is an important part of enjoying life at Oakbank. Our catering team provides a variety of nutritious and enjoyable meals, including traditional favourites and dishes that residents know and love.
We take individual dietary requirements, nutritional needs and personal preferences into account, helping residents enjoy meals that are both appealing and appropriate.
Mealtimes are also an opportunity to catch up with friends, share conversation and enjoy the company of others in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
A Caring Community in Harpurhey
Choosing a care home for yourself or someone you love is an important decision. We understand that families want to find somewhere that feels safe, welcoming and right for their loved one.
At Oakbank Care Home ,we are committed to creating a community where every resident is known as an individual, treated with dignity and supported to enjoy life.
Whether you are looking for residential care in Harpurhey, nursing care in Manchester or residential dementia care, our compassionate team provides personalised support in a warm and welcoming home.
At Oakbank, every person matters, every life has meaning, and every day is an opportunity to feel at home.
| Care Options | We Can Provide |
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| Support For | Companionship, End of Life, Palliative, Personal care. |
| Disability Support | Bed Bound, Physical Disability, Physically Frail, Requires Hoist , Speech Impairment, Walking Frame, Wheel Chair Bound. |
| Medication | By Mouth, Change Catheter, Injection, Suppository. |
| Type Of Dementia | Mild Dementia, Moderate Dementia. |
| Dementia Behaviour | Agitation / Restlessness, Mild Forgetfulness, Wandering . |
| Dementia Specialisms | Alzheimer's. |
| Respite Care | Yes |
Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.
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Oakbank is working within the government guidelines to help protect its staff and clients. |
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| Infection Control Initiatives in place | ||
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Independent Assessments | We have been independently assessed in our approach to infection control. |
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Infection Control Training | Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections. |
| Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) - Regulator’s Assessment | ||
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| In response to the coronavirus pandemic, regulators have assessed the preparedness of care providers in relation to infection prevention and control. Details of the regulator’s latest findings can be found below. | ||
| Regulator: CQC | ||
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Admission | The provider assured the regulator that it was admitting people safely to the service. |
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Policies | The provider assured the regulator that its infection prevention and control policy was up to date. |
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Premises | The provider assured the regulator that it was promoting safety through the layout and hygiene practices of the premises. |
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Shielding | The provider assured the regulator that it was using personal protective equipment effectively and safely. |
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Staffing | The provider assured the regulator that it was making sure infection outbreaks can be effectively prevented or managed. |
| View the provider’s latest Inspection Reports. | ||
| Connectivity for resident testing, monitoring & communications |
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Infection control and the safety of both residents and staff often requires quarantine measures and the isolation of care home residents. To test, monitor and allow residents to communicate with relatives, the prevalence of room-level connectivity within the home is becoming increasingly relevant. Wireless Internet access (WiFi) Yes, our care home has WiFi in all our resident’s rooms. Mobile Phone Network Coverage (mobile “signal”) Yes, our care home has mobile phone signal in all our resident’s rooms. Telephone for external calling The Care Organisation has not indicated availability |
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We are on Facebook| Minimum Age |
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| 65 |
| LGBTQ Welcome |
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| Yes |
| Is Our Home Purpose Built |
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| Yes |
| Who Owns Our Building |
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| Private |
| Communal Rooms |
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| Activities Room, Conservatory, Dining Rooms, Sitting Rooms, TV Lounges. |
| What Else Do We Provide |
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| Chiropractor, GP, Hairdressers, Lift, Minibus, Optician. |
| Our Garden |
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| Communal Garden, Private Garden(s), Seating, Wheelchair Friendly Access. |
| How 'Smart' Are We? |
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| Electronic Visitor Register, Reduce Plastic Use. |
| About Our Rooms | |
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| Number Of Rooms | 53 |
| We offer these types of ensuite rooms: WC and Basin. | |
| Type Of Room |
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| Single Room. |
| Room Features |
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| Furnished, Garden View, Step Free Access. |
| Room Facilities |
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| Internet Access, Telephone Point, Wifi. |
| Weekly Fees Start From | Fee |
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| Residential Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,210.00 |
| Nursing Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,310.00 |
| Residential Dementia Fees From / Price Per Week | £1,260.00 |
| Funding Types | |
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| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Region | North West |
| We Accept Self-Funding Clients | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority Funding | Yes |
| We Accept NHS Continuing Healthcare | Yes |
| We Accept Local Authority funding with a Third Party Top-Up | Yes |
Choice Dining is a food-focused accreditation designed to give care-seekers like yourself the ability to consider and compare the dining experience within different care settings.
To be awarded the Choice Dining badge, a care home will have committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences with a strong focus on preference, individuality, hygiene and the environment. You can explore the specifics of all participating homes in the tab below to learn more about the food on offer, how it is served and presented and what they’re doing to cater for your personal taste. Find out more about Choice Dining.
| Styles of Food |
 Gluten-free
Halal
Kosher
Pureed
Vegan
Vegetarian
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| Dining Locations |
Bedroom Dining
Lounge/Diner
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| Dining Styles |
Hot Trolley
Room Service
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The preparation, nutritional value and presentation of food.
Attractive drinks and adaptive cups/glasses are available and accessible where needed.
Individual dietary needs are person centred.
Meals reflect the nutritional needs of the residents.
Our menu is balanced.
Snacks are provided for residents that require texture-modified food.
Sweet and savoury foods are provided between meals (this does not just include cakes and biscuits).
Hot Trolley
Room Service
A critical component for good health.
5 Star Rated by UK Food Standards. Hand hygiene for both residents and staff.
We are following best practice including NICE guidelines as a standard.
We are conducting internal and/or 3rd party food safety audits.
A freedom to eat the food you want, when you want it.
A Private Dining room is bookable for residents and their families.
Residents dining in their own room have the same food options as elsewhere.
Residents dining in their own room have their food presented to same standard as elsewhere.
Residents have access to Dining Room.
Residents have the option of dining in their own room.
Staff sit with the residents they support when they dine.
Residents can order food not on the menu, or have access to an ‘evergreen menu’.
Residents have access to a flexible meal service beyond defined times.
More than one option is available at mealtimes for all residents, including those with special and theraputic diets.
Residents with dementia are shown food or visual menus to help them decide.
There is a weekly menu.
We offer catering for special events.
Residents are involved in the creation of the menu.
The best interest choices are made for residents unable to make their own choices.
Understanding the wants and requirements of every individual be it cultural, religious or dietary.
Halal food can be served.
Kosher food can be served.
Gluten-free food can be served.
Vegan food can be served.
We can support people with Diabetes.
Delivering a respectful and quality service.
Residents are given appropriate and dignified crockery / glassware and cutlery.
Tables are well laid.
We have food theme days/nights.
Staff understand and pre-empt potential meal-time behaviours which can impact nutritional intake.
Staff always use appropriate and dignified language (e.g. it is an ‘apron’ not a ‘bib’).
We promote an inclusive dining experience.
There are no unnecessary disruptions during mealtimes.
Being environmentally and socially responsible and thoughtful.
We correctly dispose of our waste.
We monitor our food waste.
We use locally sourced and locally grown or reared food.
Our energy usage is well maintained.
| Activities Are So Important |
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As part of your care plan, you'll receive support with daily living activities, both basic and physical, to help you lead a fulfilling life tailored to your abilities, whether at home or in the community. |
| Activities At Home |
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| 1 to 1 Activities, Animal Petting, Bingo, Birthday Celebrations, Board Games, Card Games, Cooking, Crafts, Crosswords, Dancing, Excursions, Exercise Class, Flower Arranging, Gardening, Knitting / Embroidery, Music Entertainment, Music Therapy, Painting, Pet Therapy, Quiz Games, Reminiscence, Singing, Visiting Entertainment, Word Games. |
| Activities Outside Our Home |
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| Local Tourist Attractions, Park, Pub. |
Oakbank
off Rochdale Road
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M9 5YA
Regulator: CQC
| Current Ratings | |
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| Overall | Good |
| Safe | Good |
| Well Led | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Inspection Reports | |
| Last inspected | 9th January 2023 |
| Last rated | 7th February 2023 |
| Current Report |
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| Historic Reports |
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| Registration Date | 25th January 2011 |
| Service Provider | Unity Homes Limited, M7 2DX |
Oakbank Care Home Care Home - Care Quality Commission (cqc.org.uk)
| Transport |
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| Bus Stop nearby, Car Park. |
| Nearby Services |
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| Hospital, Local Walks & Bike Rides, Park, Pub, Restaurant, Shops. |
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