Springfields Residential Home

Springfields Residential Home is a residential care home in Pontefract, Wakefield (WF9 3RE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Springfields Residential Home

Here at Springfields Residential Home in Pontefract, Wakefield, we provide residential care for older people, adults living with mental health needs, and younger adults who need a little extra support in their day to day lives. We are proud to have received a rating of "Good" from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the effort and commitment our whole team brings to the home each day. We believe that moving into a care home is a significant step, and we take that seriously. From the moment someone walks through our door, whether as a prospective resident, a family member, or a friend, we want them to feel genuinely welcome and at ease. Our aim is straightforward: to make sure that every person living here feels safe, respected, and at home. Life at Springfields is built around the individual. We take time to get to know each resident properly, understanding their routines, their preferences, and what matters most to them. Care is not one size fits all, and we do not treat it that way. Whether someone needs support with personal care, help managing their mental health, or simply the reassurance of having caring people nearby, we work hard to provide what is actually needed rather than what is easiest. We also understand how important families are. Keeping loved ones informed and involved is something we genuinely value, and we encourage open, honest conversations at any time. You should never feel like an outsider when someone you care about lives here. Our team are experienced across the range of needs we support, and there is a real sense of community within the home. We are not a perfect place, but we are an honest one, and we are always looking at how we can do better for the people who call Springfields home.

Care provided at Springfields Residential Home

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Springfields Residential Home

Where is Springfields Residential Home located?

Springfields Residential Home is a residential care home in Pontefract, Wakefield, WF9 3RE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Springfields Residential Home provide?

Springfields Residential Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Springfields Residential Home's CQC rating?

Springfields Residential Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 23 May 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Springfields Residential Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Springfields Residential Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Springfields Residential Home

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Springfields Residential Home is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Springfields Residential Home is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Springfields Residential Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Yes. Springfields Residential Home supports younger adults as well as older people.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the Yorkshire & Humberside

Springfields Residential Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the Yorkshire & Humberside, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the Yorkshire & Humberside, not a quote from Springfields Residential Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

More about the care at Springfields Residential Home

Respite Care at Springfields Residential Home

Short stays need a bit of planning: ring ahead to check availability, ask about the minimum length as most homes prefer at least one or two weeks, and pack clothes, toiletries, medication in its original packaging and a copy of the care plan. Springfields Residential Home is registered to offer respite. A short stay can also work as a trial run before any decision about a permanent move.

Residential Care at Springfields Residential Home

Everyday living support without nursing input is what residential care sets out to provide: a private room, cooked meals, help with personal care, laundry, and company during the day. Springfields Residential Home is registered for this type of care and holds a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission following its May 2018 inspection. The main difference from a nursing home is that clinical tasks such as wound care or complex medical needs are handled by community district nurses and GPs rather than on site nurses. Regional fees in Yorkshire and the Humber generally fall between £800 and £1050 a week, with Wakefield Council usually funding around £650 to £800. Ask about a typical day, meal choices, how activities are planned, and what happens if health needs increase over time.

Older Person Care at Springfields Residential Home

For an older person, everyday care usually means a hand with washing and dressing in the morning, prompts or support with medication, help getting to meals, and the reassurance of company through the day. Springfields Residential Home is registered to provide older person care in Pontefract, and the About Us text describes taking time to learn each resident's routines and preferences. Weekly fees across Yorkshire and the Humber tend to sit between £800 and £1050, while Wakefield Council typically pays around £650 to £800 for a funded placement. Families looking round should ask how mornings and bedtimes are organised, how medication is recorded, how many staff are awake overnight, and how the home keeps in touch when something changes. It is also worth asking how visits and outings with relatives are arranged.

Mental Health at Springfields Residential Home

A settled routine, familiar faces and being treated as an adult first make a real difference for people living with a mental health condition. Springfields is registered to support adults with mental health needs alongside its other residents. Sensible questions include what experience the team has with conditions like depression, bipolar or schizophrenia, how they work with community mental health services, and what happens during a crisis or relapse.

Younger Adults at Springfields Residential Home

When you are under 65 in a care home, it matters that daily life reflects your age rather than defaulting to what suits much older residents. Springfields in Pontefract is registered to support younger adults, though its public information does not describe how this is tailored. Families should ask about choice over bedtimes and meals, access to the community, use of phones and internet, and whether there are peers of a similar age currently living at the home.

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