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The Turner Home
Providing Exceptional Nursing Standard
The Turner Home
Dingle Lane
Liverpool
L8 9RN
Telephone 0151 727 4177
Fax 0151 727 7788
www.turnerhomeliverpool.com

HISTORIC BACKGROUND
In an age when the state made little, if any, social care
provision it was to be the voluntary efforts of individuals
and charitable groups that ensured the support for those
who where "disadvantaged".
In the later years of Queen Victoria's reign men like Dr Barnado
salvaged lives in London's East End, while others, less well
known - such as the Turner family - applied their personal
skills and resources to alleviate the suffering and misery of
their fellow man. This brought hope to the lives of people
in often desperate circumstances.
LOCAL ENTERPRISE
As the "second city of the Empire", Liverpool in
the nineteenth century was a prosperous
community, although it had more than its fair
share of poverty.
Many of the wealthy merchants, grown rich o
n the port's success, endowed various institutions
in the region, turning profits into practical help
for poorer citizens The Turner Home is just such an
example of local enterprise, founded upon
care and commitment.

HISTORIC BACKGROUND
The Turner family lived at Dingle Head, an area of the
city close to the River Mersey bordering Toxteth Park,
where the growing prosperity was seeing increasing
land development in what were to become the suburbs.
Charles Turner, originally from Yorkshire, established
his merchant business in Liverpool and soon made
a success of the venture. He was committed to charitable
causes and local politics and was a member of parliament,
as well as holding office as the first chairman of
Liverpool's port authority.
In 1875 Charles Turner died and within
five years his only son also died. For
Anne Turner, the bereaved wife and mother,
this double tragedy caused her to seek a way
of providing a memorial to her loved ones.
Anne Turner commissioned this life-size
marble sculpture of her late husband
and son. They are seen inspecting cloth,
where the sculpture is located in the
main entrance hall.
ARCHITECT WHO CHANGED THE VICTORIAN URBAN LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECT Alfred Waterhouse was renowned for his
ability to transform the Victorian urban environment.
Born in Liverpool in 1830, he was best known for his
work on the Natural History Museum in London.
Designed in a Romanesque style he was widely
acknowledged to have re-inspired use of the unpopular
material terracotta with his ornate decoration on the
interior and exterior of the building.
Critics use it as an example of the attention to detail
which characterized his work. The museum still houses
more than 130 exquisite pencil drawings of Waterhouse's
original designs. He started practicing in Manchester after
winning a competition to design the town hall and assize
courts in the 1850's and 60's in his distinctive Gothic-style.

A CARING TRADITION
For over a century this building has been home for a great many men of all ages, including
those who fought in world wars. Whilst times have changed, along with the residents and staff,
the tradition of care and support remains as a tribute to philanthropy at its very best.
MODERN TIMES
The Home is now a dual registered Nursing/Residential
facility providing continuing care, Respite and Rehabilitation.
The building itself is listed as being of considerable
architectural merit, but time and changing needs inevitably
produce demands to meet more modern standards.
In 1984 the centenary Appeal raised over a quarter of a
million pounds to undertake vital work to the fabric of
the building, as well as essential internal improvements to
enhance the quality of life for residents.
Along with a skilled and professional work force,
the Turner Home, which is a registered charity,
is administered by the Trustee Directors and a
Management Committee. For all involved in it's
day-to day affairs, the commitment for the care
of residents remains paramount.
A CARING APPROACH
The Turner Home provides accommodation
with specialist care and support for men
of all ages. Individual disabilities are varied,
but each resident is assured of a personal
approach to his particular needs and preferences.
The founder's aim to help, "chronically sick, disabled
and elderly" is interpreted today in as broad a
manner as possible.
Referrals come from various
sources, including health and social
services practitioners, as well as families
acting on behalf of a relative. Initial
assessment is undertaken by staff in
partnership with other professionals,
relatives and, of course the prospective
residents themselves.
THE ERIC FISCHER WING
In 1993 a further appeal was launched to raise
funds towards the new extension, comprising
44 individual bedrooms with en-suite facilities.
THE IAN TOD WING
A rehabilitation unit, with lounge,
and another six bedrooms, again with
en-suite facilities, was completed during
the year 2000. In total a number of 59 rooms.

VOLUNTARY PARTNERSHIP
The League of Friends of the Turner Home provides a much
appreciated financial contribution to the life of the Home,
especially during the innumerable fundraising activities that occur,
staff and volunteers join forces to raise money.
All Care Staff within the Home will be appropriately qualified
to deliver the highest standards of care. A continuous staff-training
program is implemented to ensure that these high standards
are maintained in line with the latest developments in Care
Practices as maybe laid down in appropriate Legislation,
Regulations and the National Care Standards Commission.
Cares will strive to preserve and maintain the dignity, individuality
and privacy of all Service Users within a warm and caring
atmosphere, and in so doing will be sensitive to the Service Users
ever changing needs. Such needs may be medical/therapeutic
(for physical and mental welfare), cultural, psychological, spiritual,
emotional and social, and Service Users are encouraged to
participate in the development of their individualised Care Plans
in which the involvement of family and friends may be appropriate
and is greatly valued.
GP
The Home has its GP that visits on a
weekly basis, as well as hairdressing,
an optician service, chiropody and
dental care also provided.
TRAINING
The training of staff is an ongoing
process and all staff are encouraged to
gain NVQ qualifications in - house, as
well as at local training centers.
A qualified nurse assesses those staff
gaining qualifications in NVQ care.

COMMUNITY CARE
Although the Turner Home is a self-contained
community, it is outward looking in its aims and objectives.
Wherever possible the care plan for each residents seeks
to identify the potential for moving out into the community.
For some this is not a realistic option, but for others it
represents an expression of choice - a key word in the
culture of the Turner Home. Following detailed discussion
and planning, a resident may be able to move into
accommodation of his own, usually provided by a
local housing association.
RECREATION AND OCCUPATION
The Home recognizes the importance of recreation.
On the first floor is a purpose built activities room to which
residents have free access and the facilities of pool/snooker,
cards, dominoes and board games etc. Staff are always available
via the Key-worker system, to help those who need
assistance in their recreation. As many residents as possible
are taken on holiday each year.
RELIGIOUS
OBSERVANCE
Residents religious beliefs are
recognized and accepted and
efforts are made to assist those
whose religious beliefs are not
common to the home. The Home
holds two services a week conducted
by a Church of England Vicar.
MEALS
The chefs provide three meals a day.
A menu is displayed each morning,
should the resident wish to order an
alternative. Special diets can be
provided by the kitchen staff, for
example, diet, fat free, high protein,
diabetic or reducing.
TRIPS AND TRAVEL
Those who can travel are taken to Jersey or
the Isle of Man, whilst others enjoy a holiday in
this country. In addition long weekend and day
trips are arranged throughout the year.
The finance for the holidays is obtained
by the fund raising efforts of the staff. There
are bar facilities at the home, but the bar is only
open when the residents are having

OTHER SERVICES PROVIDED
Laundry is completed by the staff of the home. All clothes are individualised and marked.
There are facilities available for those residents who wish to launder their own clothes.
A chiropodist visits twice a month, as does a hairdresser. A local GP visits weekly attending
those who are in need of treatment. The home also has the support of a consultant
psycho-geriatrician who attends regular reviews.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The rules of the Home are kept to a minimum to commensurate with the.welfare and
safety of the residents. Those that exist are necessary to care for a large group of men
with varied characteristics and personalities. For the well being of all the residents the
following guidelines have been formulated.
1) No smoking is allowed in any of the residents bedrooms or corridors.
2) When leaving the home for any length of time residents must let the staff know where
they are going and the approximate time of return, (to comply with fire regulations).
3) If a resident will not be in for a particular meal but would like one provided when he
returns, he or his relative should inform the staff before leaving, because the kitchen staff leave
at 5.00pm. However, it is possible to have a meal cooked and left to be heated in the microwave.
There are no restrictions about the time a resident must be in at night, or what time
he goes to bed. If he wishes to stay in bed late in the morning, then this is quite acceptable.
Residents are encouraged to make the Turner Home their home. Families and
relatives are encouraged to contribute to the care of the residents and to play an active role.
MANAGEMENT
The day to day running of the Home, under the Home Manager, is overseen by a
Management Committee consisting of voluntary members, served by a professional
Secretary and Treasurer. The Management Committee meets once a month and also
nominates one of its members to visit the Home each month between meetings to liase
with the Home Manager and to meet the residents and staff.
FINANCING
Each resident that is admitted to the Home is required to sign a contract for residence
and/or payment of nursing home/residents fee's for his stay.

THE TURNER HOME PHILOSOPHY OF CARE
We aim to provide an exceptional standard of nursing and residential care, for all residents,
making it individualized, Holistic and professional. All those who enter the home will be
treated with equal respect, and good quality care and life experience centred around
CHOICE DIGNITY FULFILMENT PRIVACY
INDEPENDENCE
CITIZEN RIGHTS
All staff will be aware of their responsibilities and will perform them to the best of their ability.
Staff will be trained to the highest standards, developing their individual skills and knowledge.
All care staff will be trained to NVQ standards.
Residents of the Turner Home will be encouraged to actively participate in their care, and will
be freely encouraged to voice their opinions. A Residents Committee is in operation and gives
voice to all Residents. Residents are given opportunities to have the ability to affect change,
and implement their ideas.
WE AIM TO PROVIDE A COMFORTABLE HOME WITH NURSING FACILITIES, AND
STAFF WHO CREATE A HOMELY CARING ENVIRONMENT. WE OFFER THE HIGHEST
STANDARDS OF CARE IN THE HIGHEST QUALITY SURROUNDINGS.
Service User's interested in coming to The Turner Home are encouraged to visit the
home and sample the atmosphere and level of service. Often day-care is arranged
on a regular weekly basis while waiting for a vacancy. This gives the client time
to get to know the staff and adjust to new people and surroundings. A month's trial
period is always given before taking permanent residency.
For further information please feel free to contact the Home manager :
Telephone - 0151 ~ 727 ~ 4177 Fax- 0151 ~ 727 ~ 7788
The Turner Home Dingle Lane
Liverpool
L8 9RN
Or visit our website at
www.turnerhomeliverpool.com