Springfield House

Wigton · CA7 0DL

Care type
Residential Care Home
Indicative weekly fees
From £1,618/week
Inspection rating
GoodRating published Nov 2019
Capacity
4 beds
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What to know before your visit

Springfield House is listed as a residential care home. The published inspection rating is Good (Nov 2019).

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What stands out

  • Good inspection rating
  • Learning disability support
  • Public funding routes appear accepted

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  • Whether the latest public records still match day-to-day care
  • How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
  • How consistent staffing feels in person from shift to shift
More facility details
Registered provider
Mrs Margaret Blair
Provider group
-
Local authority
Cumberland
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Springfield House Inspection Rating & History

The published overall inspection rating is Good. Review the dates and any findings below; a data review is not a new inspection.

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Inspection Ratings by Category

Safe
Good
Effective
Good
Caring
Good
Responsive
Good
Well-Led
Good
Inspection record date
Inspection report published · Nov 2019
Registered Manager
Lindsey Michelle Blair
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Published care capabilities

Listed support includes learning disability support. Confirm the support and environment needed for the individual person.

  • Learning disability support
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Care Capabilities

Service Types

What type of care is provided

Residential Home

Specialisms

Specialist experience with

Learning disability

Conditions

Can support people living with

Alzheimer's
Stroke

Staffing

RightCareHome analysisStaffing evidence

Available information about staffing arrangements. Family descriptions of staff appear in the family experiences section; they are not verified staffing levels.

Registered Manager
Lindsey Michelle Blair

Springfield House: Weekly Fees & Funding Options

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Indicative weekly fees

From £1,618/week

From ≈ £7,035 per month (estimate)

Monthly estimate uses an average of 4.348 weeks per month.

You may pay less if council or NHS-funded care applies.

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Council-funded rate — background context

Reference period is unavailable. This is not a current private fee quote or a measure of care quality. Self-funded fees and included services may differ.

Council-rate context (Cumberland, residential): £990/wk

How care at this home can be funded

Self-Funding

You pay the full fee directly if assessable capital exceeds £23,250. Between £14,250 and £23,250, tariff income applies.

Local Authority

Your council contributes based on a financial assessment. You may still pay a contribution.

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Family Reviews

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About this care homeProvider description, registration background and accreditations.

Background context

Home profile

Provider and registration context for Springfield House, useful once you have already reviewed the main decision sections above.

Springfield House is a residential care home in Wigton, North West, operated by Mrs Margaret Blair since 2011. The home has 4 beds and is an inspection rating of Good.

Contact & location

Will regular visits and day-to-day logistics be practical?

Travel time, nearby GP services, and neighbourhood safety — so the whole family can visit comfortably.

Practical Information

Visitor Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance

Contact & Directions

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Location & Neighbourhood

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Moor Row, Wigton, CA7 0DL

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Nearby Amenities

Nearest Hospital
4.0 km
Nearest Train Station
4.5 km

Daily Life

Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?

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Dining & Nutrition

Food standards and dining arrangements based on hygiene records and published information.

Evidence scope for this section

The current public evidence does not support a reliable dining and nutrition profile for this home. Confirm the arrangements that matter directly and use the published food hygiene evidence where available.

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Facilities & Features

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Rooms

Single Rooms

Lifestyle & Amenities

Garden
TV Lounge
Minibus

Provider Records

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Next Steps

Is Springfield House a good care home, and what should you do before deciding?

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Questions to Ask When Visiting Springfield House

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  1. What actions followed the inspection report, and can you show examples?

  2. What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?

    Ask whether these numbers include agency staff.

  3. How are families updated when needs change?

  4. How often is the care plan reviewed, and who is involved?

  5. May we speak with a current resident family member?

Common Questions About Springfield House

What does the inspection rating for Springfield House show?

The published overall inspection rating is Good. The inspection report was published on 13 November 2019.

Is Springfield House a good care home?

The published overall inspection rating is Good. The inspection report was published on 13 November 2019. No current enforcement actions are recorded. The safest next step is to compare these signals with your visit questions and care needs.

How much does Springfield House cost per week?

Indicative weekly fees at Springfield House: From £1,618/week. Confirm your assessed quote, including care and extras, with the home.

Does Springfield House accept NHS or local authority funding?

Springfield House accepts self-funding and local authority funded residents. For NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility, refer to NHS guidelines.

Is Springfield House a nursing home or a residential care home?

Springfield House is registered as a residential care home. Personal care is the listed service. Ask how visiting clinicians and overnight clinical needs are supported.

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How many beds does Springfield House have?

Springfield House has 4 registered beds. Personal care is the listed service.

Is Springfield House safe?

The published inspection Safety rating for Springfield House is "Good". No enforcement actions are currently recorded.

Has Springfield House had enforcement actions?

There are no current enforcement actions recorded against Springfield House in the inspection history.

What continuity questions should families ask Springfield House?

Ask Springfield House how care is kept consistent when staffing or residents' needs change, how families are informed about management changes, and what the contract says about notice periods and deposits. Discuss these points with the manager during your visit and ask for key commitments in writing.

What should I compare before choosing Springfield House?

Before choosing Springfield House, compare published inspection overall, Safe, and Well-Led ratings with their inspection history, family review volume and repeated themes, published weekly fees and what is included, funding routes accepted by the home, and the operator’s public company records. Compare these points with other care homes in Wigton to find the best fit for your relative’s care needs, budget and visiting arrangements.

Is Springfield House's inspection rating improving or declining?

The inspection history suggests Springfield House's inspection position is improving. The inspection report was published on 13 November 2019.

What questions should I ask when visiting Springfield House?

When visiting Springfield House, start by asking the team to ask to see the latest inspection report and what has changed since it, ask how staffing levels work on day and night shifts, and ask how families are updated when needs change. These questions help you test whether the public picture on this page still matches day-to-day reality inside the home.

What does our visit checklist include for Springfield House?

Our visit checklist for Springfield House starts with the basics families often miss: the latest inspection report, staffing levels across day and night shifts, how the team updates relatives when needs change, and how care plans are reviewed in practice. On RightCareHome, the page-level checklist is then extended with personalised follow-up questions based on the home’s inspection, review, provider-record and practical signals.

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Topics to take into your visit

  • How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
  • How quickly call bells are answered in practice
  • Whether staffing continuity feels stable on the floor

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What you receive

  • What do provider records show?

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  • What do review patterns actually suggest?

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  • What should you ask on your visit?

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