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Birch Abbey

55 Alexandra Road, Southport, PR9 9HD — Care Home

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Birch Abbey

Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment

How Birch Abbey was rated

Rating published 09/04/2025. Read the full inspection report.

  • 60 bedsRegistered capacity
  • SeftonCouncil for care funding
  • 01704 539001Care home's own number
  • Dovehaven Care HomesOperator
  • 19th July 2021Registered since

Care offered

Care types at Birch Abbey

Birch Abbey is a Care Home for Nursing, Dementia and Respite care, located in Southport, Merseyside.

In more detail

Support and specialisms

Support for

  • Companionship
  • Personal care

Disability support

  • Physical Disability
  • Physically Frail
  • Walking Frame

Dementia specialisms

Medication support

  • By Mouth

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What rating has Birch Abbey been given by the regulator?

Birch Abbey was given an overall rating of "Good" by the CQC in August 2022.

What types of care does Birch Abbey provide?

The care types on offer at Birch Abbey include Nursing, Dementia and Respite.

How many rooms does Birch Abbey have?

There are 60 rooms at Birch Abbey.

Who owns Birch Abbey?

Birch Abbey is owned by Dovehaven Care Homes.

Does Birch Abbey provide Residential care?

Residential care is not something Birch Abbey currently offers.

Does Birch Abbey offer Respite care?

Respite care is one of the care types Birch Abbey offers.

Does Birch Abbey provide care for people with Dementia?

Birch Abbey does provide care for people with Dementia.

What Local Authority does Birch Abbey come under?

The relevant local authority for Birch Abbey is Sefton.

Does Birch Abbey accept local authority clients?

Birch Abbey accepts Local Authority clients.

Does Birch Abbey accept NHS Continuing Healthcare clients?

Birch Abbey is able to accept NHS Continuing Healthcare clients.

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