Grace Lodge Nursing Home, Liverpool
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Good |
| Effective | Good |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Good |
About Grace Lodge Nursing Home
Date of Assessment: 31 March 2025 to 8 April 2025. The service is a care home with nursing and can accommodate up to 65 older people. At the time of our assessment, 28 people were living at the home. Our overall rating has changed from requires improvement to good.
What residents and families say
People told us they felt safe living at the home and would tell someone if they had any concerns about their safety.
People told us they thought there was enough staff, and they were good at their job.
People told us they felt the home was well maintained and kept clean and hygienic.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About Grace Lodge Nursing Home
Grace Lodge Nursing Home is a care home with nursing located in Liverpool, Liverpool, where the team works to create a caring community that feels like a true home. The home is operated by Oceancross Limited and can accommodate up to 65 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 12/05/2025, the Care Quality Commission rated Grace Lodge Nursing Home as Good. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, Well-led. The home specialises in supporting people with caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports older people. Regulated activities at the home include accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care and diagnostic and screening procedures and treatment of disease, disorder or injury. The L9 postcode area has 7 registered care homes with a combined 199 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.
Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.
Grace Lodge Nursing Home is one of the care homes in Liverpool — a local authority with 85 CQC-registered homes, 52 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for Grace Lodge Nursing Home
- View Grace Lodge Nursing Home on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near L9 2DB
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a nursing care home, it helps to see the clinical environment in action alongside the day-to-day living spaces. A good visit should leave you feeling reassured about both the medical and emotional care on offer.
- Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
- Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
- Ask about the nurse-to-resident ratio, especially during nights and weekends.
- Check whether the home can manage any specific medical conditions or equipment needs.
Questions to Ask When Visiting
It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to Grace Lodge Nursing Home's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
- 2 How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
- 3 Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
- 4 What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected Grace Lodge Nursing Home on 12/05/2025 and rated it Good. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Read the full CQC reportWhat families typically look for
- - Whether nurses are on-site 24 hours and their qualifications
- - How the home manages medication and medical emergencies
- - Staff-to-resident ratios, especially overnight
These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
Grace Lodge Nursing Home has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with caring for adults over 65 yrs. In the most recent CQC inspection on 12/05/2025, the home was rated Good for Safe care — a category that covers clinical training, medication management, and infection control. Ask the nursing team directly about any specific medical conditions during your visit.
How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
CQC inspectors rated Grace Lodge Nursing Home as Good for Safe care on 12/05/2025. The Safe domain covers emergency protocols, staffing ratios, and risk management. Ask the home about nurse-to-resident ratios specifically during night and weekend shifts, when response times are most critical.
Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
Residents at Grace Lodge Nursing Home typically remain registered with a local GP who can visit the home for routine and urgent appointments. As a nursing care home, on-site nurses handle day-to-day clinical care. Ask the home which GP surgery they work with and how specialist referrals are managed.
What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
CQC inspectors rated Grace Lodge Nursing Home as Good for Caring on 12/05/2025. This domain specifically assesses how staff treat residents with compassion and dignity, including during palliative and end-of-life care. Ask the nursing team about their approach to pain management and whether they work with a local hospice or palliative care team.
What is the CQC rating for Grace Lodge Nursing Home?
Grace Lodge Nursing Home in Liverpool is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 12/05/2025. The home has 65 beds.
How many beds does Grace Lodge Nursing Home have?
Grace Lodge Nursing Home has 65 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Liverpool.
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