St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road, Brighouse

Reviewed by the carehome.page editorial team · Last updated 13 March 2026
Rating
Good
Beds
7
Type
Nursing
Inspected
Invalid Date
Address 22-24 Thornhill Road,Brighouse, HD6 3AX
Beds 7
Type Care home with nursing

CQC Inspection Breakdown

Safe Good
Effective Good
Caring Good
Responsive Good
Well-led Good

About St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road

: 22 and 24 Thornhill Road is a care home owned and managed by St Anne’s Community Services in a residential area of Brighouse. The home is registered to provide accommodation, nursing and personal care for up to seven adults. At the time of this inspection there were seven people using the service. The service has been developed and designed in line with the principles and values that underpin Registering the Right Support and other best practice guidance.

What residents and families say

People felt able to raise any concerns with the registered manager and were confident they would be addressed.
“[Name of person] could not really walk and had no quality of life until coming here. I know they are happy.”

Source: CQC inspection report

Specialisms

About St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road

Nestled in Brighouse, Calderdale, St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road is a care home with nursing dedicated to helping residents feel safe, comfortable, and at home. The home is operated by St Anne's Community Services and can accommodate up to 7 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 29/03/2019, the Care Quality Commission rated St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road 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 learning disabilities. The service supports learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder. Regulated activities at the home include accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care and treatment of disease, disorder or injury. The HD6 postcode area has 5 registered care homes with a combined 198 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.

St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road is one of the care homes in Calderdale — a local authority with 46 CQC-registered homes, 32 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.

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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 St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road's type of care that may help guide your conversation:

  1. 1 What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
  2. 2 How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
  3. 3 Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
  4. 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 St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road on 29/03/2019 and rated it Good. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.

Read the full CQC report

What 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?

St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with learning disabilities. In the most recent CQC inspection on 29/03/2019, 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 St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road as Good for Safe care on 29/03/2019. 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 St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road 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 St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road as Good for Caring on 29/03/2019. 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 St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road?

St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road in Brighouse is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 29/03/2019. The home has 7 beds.

How many beds does St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road have?

St Annes' Community Services - Thornhill Road has 7 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Brighouse.

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