Claridge Place Care Home | Sanders Senior Living
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds77
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia, Physical disabilities, Sensory impairment
- Last inspected2022-10-01
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
People describe feeling comfortable here from their first visit, with staff taking time to chat and answer questions properly. The daily activities programme keeps residents engaged, with something happening most days that brings people together in the communal areas.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness70
- Activities & engagement60
- Food quality58
- Healthcare68
- Management & leadership75
- Resident happiness68
What inspectors found
Inspected 2022-10-01
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
Claridge Place was rated Good for Effective at the September 2022 inspection. This domain covers training, care planning, healthcare access, and nutrition. The home lists dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment as specialisms, which requires staff to hold relevant knowledge across a range of needs. No specific detail about training content, care plan quality, GP access arrangements, or food provision is recorded in the published summary. The Good rating indicates these areas met the required standard at inspection.Is this home caring?
Claridge Place was rated Good for Caring at the September 2022 inspection. This domain covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, and support for independence. No specific inspector observations about how staff interacted with residents are recorded in the published summary. No resident or relative quotes are included. The Good rating indicates that inspectors were satisfied that the standard of kind, respectful care was being met at the time of the visit.Is the home responsive?
Claridge Place was rated Good for Responsive at the September 2022 inspection. This domain covers activities, individualised care, and response to complaints. The home serves a wide range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment, which requires a responsive approach to individual differences. No specific activities are described in the published findings, and no examples of how the home responds to individual preferences or complaints are recorded. The Good rating indicates inspectors were satisfied the standard was met.Is the home well-led?
Claridge Place was rated Good for Well-led at the September 2022 inspection, improving from a previous Requires Improvement rating. A named registered manager, Mr James Anthony Morris, is in post and Dr Gavin O'Hare-Connolly is named as the nominated individual with provider-level oversight. The improvement across all five domains from a previous lower rating suggests the leadership team has demonstrated the ability to identify problems and drive change. The published summary does not include specific observations about management culture, staff empowerment, or governance processes.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home cares for both younger and older adults with physical disabilities and sensory impairments. They also support people living with dementia, though families should discuss specific care needs carefully during assessment. For those considering dementia care, it's worth having detailed conversations about the level of support available, particularly if your loved one needs intensive one-to-one care. The home has experience supporting people with dementia, though individual needs vary considerably. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Claridge Place has improved from Requires Improvement to Good across all five inspection domains, which is a meaningful step forward. However, the published inspection report contains limited specific detail, so many scores reflect confirmed improvement rather than rich observational evidence.
Homes in West Midlands typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
People describe feeling comfortable here from their first visit, with staff taking time to chat and answer questions properly. The daily activities programme keeps residents engaged, with something happening most days that brings people together in the communal areas.
What inspectors have recorded
The management team comes across as knowledgeable and efficient, particularly during the enquiry and admission process. They're accessible when families need to discuss care arrangements or have questions about their loved one's needs.
How it sits against good practice
Seeing the gardens and meeting the staff in person will give you the best sense of whether this could be the right place for your family.
Worth a visit
Claridge Place, at 111 Warwick Road in Solihull, was rated Good overall at its inspection in September 2022, with Good ratings across all five domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. Importantly, this represents an improvement from a previous rating of Requires Improvement, which means inspectors found evidence that real problems had been identified and addressed. A named registered manager is in post and the provider has a nominated individual responsible for oversight. The main limitation for any family considering this home is that the published inspection summary contains very limited specific detail. There are no recorded staff observations, resident quotes, or concrete examples of care practice to draw on. This means the Good rating tells you the standard was met, but not how it looked in daily life for your parent. When you visit, pay close attention to how staff interact with residents in corridors and communal areas, ask to see the current staffing rota including night shifts, and ask how families are kept informed about changes in their parent's condition.
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In Their Own Words
How Claridge Place Care Home | Sanders Senior Living describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Friendly staff and beautiful gardens create a welcoming atmosphere
Claridge Place – Expert Care in Solihull
Families visiting Claridge Place in Solihull often comment on the warm welcome they receive and the well-kept grounds that make a strong first impression. This care home supports people with various needs, including physical disabilities and sensory impairments, with staff who genuinely seem to enjoy what they do. The courtyard and gardens provide lovely spaces for residents to spend time outdoors when the weather allows.
Who they care for
The home cares for both younger and older adults with physical disabilities and sensory impairments. They also support people living with dementia, though families should discuss specific care needs carefully during assessment.
For those considering dementia care, it's worth having detailed conversations about the level of support available, particularly if your loved one needs intensive one-to-one care. The home has experience supporting people with dementia, though individual needs vary considerably.
“Seeing the gardens and meeting the staff in person will give you the best sense of whether this could be the right place for your family.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Claridge Place has improved from Requires Improvement to Good across all five inspection domains, which is a meaningful step forward. However, the published inspection report contains limited specific detail, so many scores reflect confirmed improvement rather than rich observational evidence.
Homes in West Midlands typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
People describe feeling comfortable here from their first visit, with staff taking time to chat and answer questions properly. The daily activities programme keeps residents engaged, with something happening most days that brings people together in the communal areas.
What inspectors have recorded
The management team comes across as knowledgeable and efficient, particularly during the enquiry and admission process. They're accessible when families need to discuss care arrangements or have questions about their loved one's needs.
How it sits against good practice
Seeing the gardens and meeting the staff in person will give you the best sense of whether this could be the right place for your family.
Worth a visit
Claridge Place, at 111 Warwick Road in Solihull, was rated Good overall at its inspection in September 2022, with Good ratings across all five domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. Importantly, this represents an improvement from a previous rating of Requires Improvement, which means inspectors found evidence that real problems had been identified and addressed. A named registered manager is in post and the provider has a nominated individual responsible for oversight. The main limitation for any family considering this home is that the published inspection summary contains very limited specific detail. There are no recorded staff observations, resident quotes, or concrete examples of care practice to draw on. This means the Good rating tells you the standard was met, but not how it looked in daily life for your parent. When you visit, pay close attention to how staff interact with residents in corridors and communal areas, ask to see the current staffing rota including night shifts, and ask how families are kept informed about changes in their parent's condition.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Claridge Place Care Home | Sanders Senior Living measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Claridge Place Care Home | Sanders Senior Living describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Friendly staff and beautiful gardens create a welcoming atmosphere
Claridge Place – Expert Care in Solihull
Families visiting Claridge Place in Solihull often comment on the warm welcome they receive and the well-kept grounds that make a strong first impression. This care home supports people with various needs, including physical disabilities and sensory impairments, with staff who genuinely seem to enjoy what they do. The courtyard and gardens provide lovely spaces for residents to spend time outdoors when the weather allows.
Who they care for
The home cares for both younger and older adults with physical disabilities and sensory impairments. They also support people living with dementia, though families should discuss specific care needs carefully during assessment.
For those considering dementia care, it's worth having detailed conversations about the level of support available, particularly if your loved one needs intensive one-to-one care. The home has experience supporting people with dementia, though individual needs vary considerably.
Management & ethos
The management team comes across as knowledgeable and efficient, particularly during the enquiry and admission process. They're accessible when families need to discuss care arrangements or have questions about their loved one's needs.
The home & environment
The food gets particular praise for both taste and presentation, with meals that residents look forward to. The home stays tidy and well-maintained throughout, from the bedrooms to the shared spaces, creating a pleasant environment for everyone.
“Seeing the gardens and meeting the staff in person will give you the best sense of whether this could be the right place for your family.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
