• Lear House, Darmonds Green, West Kirby, Wirral, CH48 5DT

Abbeyfield
Hoylake & West Kirby

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A group of elderly women in hats sit in chairs, holding colourful pom-poms, while a woman stands in front of them, leading a lively Yee-Haw themed activity in a sunlit room.

A Whole Lot of Yee-Haw

A fun-filled Wild West themed afternoon with Jenna from Boogie Woogie Music at Abbeyfield Lear House in West Kirby. Music, movement and community care at its best!
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Two older women sit in armchairs, smiling and nattering as they knit with pastel wool. A walking frame is visible in the background.

Knitting, Knattering and Meaningful Moments

Knitting, laughter and meaningful moments – discover why our Knit and Natter group at Abbeyfield Lear House is so much more than just a hobby.
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On a Thoughtful Afternoon, the Reader stands and recites poetry from a sheet of paper while five elderly women sit in armchairs—some holding papers or using walking frames—in a brightly lit room.

Pages, Poetry & Memories – An Afternoon with The Reader

At Abbeyfield Hoylake & West Kirby, our Shared Reading afternoons with Anne from The Reader bring residents together for poetry, conversation and community connection. Discover how literature sparks memories and friendships at our Residential Care Home in West Kirby.
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Young children and elderly women from the St Agnes Pre-School community are sitting and standing in a brightly lit room, all playing with colourful fabric scarves over their heads.

Celebrating Community with St Agnes Pre-School

As part of this year’s Abbeyfield Week celebrations, which run from 9–22 June, we’re shining a light on something close to our hearts here at Abbeyfield Hoylake & West Kirby Society – our brilliant bond with St Agnes Pre-School Group.
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White ‘Abbeyfield Week 2025’ text on a purple background, featuring two abstract human figures forming part of the letter ‘f’ in Abbeyfield, highlighting this special event.

It’s Abbeyfield Week!

This Abbeyfield Week, we’re proud to honour the legacy of our volunteers – past, present and future.
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A group of older adults sit in a sunlit room on armchairs, some with walking frames, watching a man play songs on a banjo. Musical instruments and a music stand are visible, and smiles light up their faces.

Happy Birthday Maureen

We enjoyed a joyful birthday celebration at Abbeyfield Lear House in West Kirby with music, poetry and homemade cake. A great example of community-centric living and adaptable care in a warm residential care home.
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Carla smiles in her workout clothes as she helps an elderly woman with a resistance band exercise—just one of many Active Afternoons enjoyed in the brightly lit room with red chairs.

Active Afternoons & Smiles with Carla – A Look Back at Last Month’s Fun

There’s something truly magnificent about the radiant energy Carla brings to Abbeyfield Lear House during our “Active Afternoon” with the fabulous Carla. This was clear when she came to visit last month, our residents truly light up at events like these.
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An elderly woman sits in front of a birthday cake with five lit candles, preparing to blow them out. Happy Birthday, Joan!.

Happy Birthday Joan!

This weekend, the lovely Joan celebrated turning 103! With cake, candles and lots of fun - at Abbeyfield Lear house, we really know how to celebrate birthdays!
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Singin’, Swingin’ and a Dash of Dad Dancing

Abbeyfield Hoylake & West Kirby recently welcomed entertainer Mark Birch for a lively afternoon of music, dancing and community connection. Residents enjoyed a selection of classic favourites and new tunes in a fun, interactive session designed to promote wellbeing, joy and social engagement in a warm, supportive setting.
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Two women sitting on red chairs, one holding a microphone and a yellow maraca, the other holding a rainbow maraca, with a walking frame in front of them.

Toe – Tapping Celebrations

Last month, we had a fantastic time celebrating St Georges Day with a lively sing-along and, of course some dancing led by the wonderful Sandra Currie.
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Three elderly women sit in armchairs, laughter filling the well-lit room as they hold coloured plastic rings, with walking frames and personal belongings nearby.

Laughter, Lyrics and Little Ones

We recently had a joyful afternoon of music, laughter and bubbles at Abbeyfield Lear House with Popcat’s Music Time and St Agnes Pre-School. Community care at its best!
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Job Vacancy: Full Time Senior Carer

Abbeyfield Lear House, a Residential Care Home in West Kirby, is seeking a full-time Senior Carer to join their team for a 12-month maternity cover position.
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