Woman, 78, dies Following Fall at Stockport Care Home
STOCKPORT, England – A 78-year-old woman died in hospital on Monday, September 29, after a fall at Berrycroft Manor care home on Berrycroft Lane, Stockport. Greater manchester Police (GMP) responded to reports of a concern for the woman’s welfare shortly after 7:30 am.
The incident has prompted investigations by both GMP and the Care quality Commission (CQC). A GMP spokesperson stated, “Shortly after 7.30am yesterday (September 29), officers responded to reports of a concern for the welfare of a woman following a fall at a care home on Berrycroft Lane, Stockport. Emergency services attended but sadly, a 78-year-old woman died from her injuries in hospital later that day.Her family are currently being supported. Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of her death.”
Berrycroft Manor was last inspected by the CQC in September 2024 and received a “good” rating. The regulator confirmed it is in contact with both the care home and GMP regarding the incident.
A CQC spokesperson said: “CQC has been made aware of the death of a resident at Berrycroft Manor in Stockport,and our condolences are with the family at this sad time.We are in close contact with the home and police as they look into the circumstances around this incident, so we can understand if there is any regulatory action that needs taken to ensure people are receiving safe care.”
The care home itself stated, “Safety here is paramount and we are working with HSE [Health and Safety Executive] and CQC to ensure this never happens again.”
Anyone with concerns about health or social care services is encouraged to contact the CQC by emailing enquiries@cqc.org.uk or calling 03000 616161.