CQC Domain Ratings
Dolphin Lane is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. It is operated by J C Care Limited.
The home provides specialist care for adults under 65, learning disabilities, older adults (65+). Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, Dolphin Lane provides 24-hour personal care and support for residents who need help with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meal times, in a safe and homely environment.
Following an inspection in December 2020, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated Dolphin Lane as Outstanding — the highest possible rating, awarded to a small proportion of care services in England. This reflects exceptional care practices across all five inspection domains.
Notably, the home received Outstanding leadership.
Dolphin Lane is located in Wakefield, within the Leeds local authority area in Yorkshire & Humberside.
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| CQC Rating | Outstanding |
| Address | 1 Dolphin Lane, Thorpe, Thorpe, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF3 3DN |
| Phone | 01924 872080 |
| Website | www.prioryadultcare.co.uk |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Region | Yorkshire & Humberside |
| Last inspection | 19 December 2020 |
| Provider | J C Care Limited |
Is Dolphin Lane registered with the CQC?
Yes. Dolphin Lane is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. You can view the official CQC profile at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-130890642
What type of care does Dolphin Lane provide?
Dolphin Lane provides residential homes, specialising in caring for adults under 65 yrs, learning disabilities, caring for adults over 65 yrs.
How do I contact Dolphin Lane?
You can contact Dolphin Lane by phone on 01924 872080, or visit them at 1 Dolphin Lane, Thorpe, Thorpe, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF3 3DN.
What is Dolphin Lane's CQC rating?
Dolphin Lane has been rated "Outstanding" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This is the highest rating awarded by the CQC. See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-130890642
What are Dolphin Lane's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. Dolphin Lane's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Outstanding, Well-led: Outstanding.
How many care homes are in Wakefield?
There are 56 CQC-registered care homes in Wakefield. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/wakefield.
Residential care homes provide 24-hour personal care and support for older adults or people with disabilities who are unable to live independently. Staff assist with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meals in a homely environment.
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