141 Years of Home, Heart and Heritage

Welcome to Turner Home.

A place where history breathes, care endures, and every man is seen, heard and valued.

In the quiet heart of Dingle, Liverpool, stands a building that has witnessed over a century of change, and yet, within its walls, something powerful has remained constant: a commitment to care. Not just any care, but specialist, person-centred support for men who have often been left behind by the world around them.

A Legacy Born of Love

The Turner story begins not with bricks and mortar, but with people. Charles Turner, a Liverpool philanthropist, passed away in 1875. In his memory, and in memory of their son, his widow Anne Turner commissioned a home that would reflect his values: dignity, compassion, and inclusion.

That vision became reality in 1884, when the Turner Memorial Home of Rest opened its doors. Designed by Alfred Waterhouse, the celebrated architect behind London’s Natural History Museum, the building was more than a structure. It was a statement. A sanctuary. A home.

A Masterpiece by Alfred Waterhouse

Alfred Waterhouse was one of the most influential British architects of the Victorian era, known for his distinctive use of red brick and terracotta, and for designing some of the most iconic buildings of the 19th century. His work on Turner Home came just two years after completing the Natural History Museum in London, an architectural triumph that remains one of the capital’s most beloved landmarks. At Turner, Waterhouse brought the same attention to detail, grandeur and humanity, creating a space that was not only functional but deeply dignified. His design ensured that the building itself would reflect the values of care, stability and respect that still define Turner Home today.

141 Years of Unbroken Purpose

Since that day, Turner has never stopped doing what it was created to do. For 141 years, we’ve supported men with mental health challenges, memory loss, and acquired brain injuries. We’ve stood beside those who are often described as “too complex” for mainstream services—men who are unfairly labelled, misunderstood, or excluded.

At Turner, we don’t see problems. We see people.

Rooted in Community, Driven by Equality

Turner Home was placed in Dingle for a reason. This is a community that knows hardship, but also knows how to care. A place where social justice isn’t just an idea, it’s a way of life.

Equality of access has always been in our DNA. From the 19th century to the 21st, we’ve stood for inclusion. For opportunity. For hope.

Looking Back, Moving Forward

The world has changed since Anne Turner laid the first stone. But our purpose hasn’t. We continue to help men respond differently to their thoughts and feelings. To stay safe. To find joy. To rediscover hope.

Because Turner isn’t just a care facility. It’s a home. A heritage. A heartbeat in the community.

141 years on, we’re still here. Still caring. Still home.