Knutsford care home named one of best in region

A care home in Knutsford has been recognised as one of the best in the north-west by the UK’s leading care home review website.

carehome.co.uk celebrates excellence in care with its annual Care Home Awards, and this year has named Care UK’s Cranford Grange as one of the top 20 in the region.

The prestigious awards honour homes that have received outstanding reviews in the past year from those who matter most: residents, service users and their families and friends. 

One review said: “It is as beautiful as the brochure suggests – more like a five-star hotel – but what truly impressed us was the warmth of the staff and the comfort of the residents. Mum's eyes lit up when she saw it.”

Another review said: “The teamwork and professionalism we witnessed were second to none, from everyone. My dad was asked what the staff were like, and he said you can't call them staff; they are friends!

“The atmosphere in the building is one of peace and happiness, and we cannot thank everyone who cared for Mum enough for the amazing end to an amazing life.”

The Hall Lane home is known for its commitment to enabling residents to lead active and fulfilling lives. It provides daily group and one-to-one activities, monthly memory advice cafés and a Wishing Tree initiative that encourages residents to put forward their desires to reconnect with a past hobby or try something completely new.

Daniel Cole, Home Manager at Cranford Grange, said: “We were delighted to find out that we have been rated in the top 20 care homes in the north-west of England. This is a meaningful reflection of the team's high standards of care and is an amazing achievement for us all. 

"I couldn't be more pleased with the warm and welcoming environment we have created. I am incredibly appreciative of everyone here for their ongoing commitment to helping residents to lead rewarding lives.

“I would like to say a big thank you to everyone who has helped make Cranford Grange such a lovely place to call home.”

This comes as Dawn Williams, Customer Relations Manager, was named Salesperson of the Year at this year’s Care UK Star Awards, reflecting her outstanding contribution.

Cranford Grange provides residential, dementia and nursing care, as well as short-term respite care. The home incorporates plenty of space for leisure activities and hobbies, including its own cinema, pub and hair and beauty salon. The building has been configured into a series of neighbourhoods to facilitate the creation of close-knit communities and encourage interaction among the residents.