Seale Pastures House Care Home is situated in south Derbyshire, between Swadlincote and Ashby de la Zouch.
The building itself is quite imposing, unlike the staff, who always extend a warm welcome to visitors – in fact, people often comment on how approachable and friendly they are.
The aim at Seale Pastures House is to make residents feel that they are in a ‘home-from-home’. Staff relate to the residents with care, compassion and genuine friendship, whether it’s having a natter, being a shoulder to cry on or enjoying a bit of good humoured banter.
Residents are encouraged to stay as active as possible, mentally and physically. They have bingo, quizzes, and trips out in their minibus. There are events with a 50s diner theme, where people dress up and listen to 50s music. Various local organisations visit, including a church group, who recently did a make-over of the garden.
Occasionally there are shopping events, when local businesses give less mobile residents a chance to do some shopping. There’s even a hairdressing salon.
Group: Akari Care Ltd
Person in charge: Brenda Nicholson (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services: Derbyshire County Council (click for contact details)
Type of Service: Care Home only (Residential Care) – Privately Owned , Registered for a maximum of 40 Service Users
Registered Care Categories*: Old Age
Admission Information: Ages 60+.
Single Rooms: 38
Shared Rooms: 1
Rooms with ensuite WC: 37
Facilities & Services: Day Care • Respite Care • Own GP if required • Own Furniture if required • Smoking not permitted • Near Public Transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Gardens for residents • Phone Point in own room/Mobile • Television point in own room • Residents Internet Access
Latest Care Quality Commission* Report on Seale Pastures House: click here
* Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.
The Review Score of 9.5 (maximum of 10) for Seale Pastures House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
a) The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 24 Reviews over all time. This Average Rating is also the rating value for Seale Pastures House in Google's Search Results - more info
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5 out of 5 from 20 positive Reviews in the last 12 months.
a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating of all Reviews over all time. For each review the Care Home / service is rated Excellent, Good, Satisfactory, Poor or Very Poor on a number of areas eg Staff, Management etc. The Care Home receives points for each rating as follows: Excellent = 5. Good = 4. Satisfactory = 3. Poor = 2. Very Poor = 1. These points are added up and then divided by the total number of completed ratings to generate the average rating.
The Average Rating of 4.534 for Seale Pastures House is calculated as follows: ( (166 Excellents x 5) + (97 Goods x 4) + (15 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 279 Ratings = 4.534
b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 12 months. If there are no Positive Reviews in the last 12 months, then 2.5 points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 2 years. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with 'Extremely Likely' or 'Likely' in answer to the question 'How likely are you to recommend this Care Home to friends and family if they needed similar care or treatment?'
The 5 points available are broken down as follows:
4 points are available for the first 5 Positive Reviews, 3 points for the first Positive Review and then 0.25 Points for each of the next 4 Positive Reviews.
1 point is available for reaching a target number of Positive Reviews based on 20% of the number of registered maximum number of service users. If the target is partially reached then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home with 50 registered maximum number of service users has a target of 10 Positive Reviews, if it has 10 or more Positive Reviews it will receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews will receive 0.7 points.
If there are no Positive Reviews in the last 12 months, then 2.5 points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 2 years. The calculation is the same as above, except the points are divided by 2.
The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Seale Pastures House is based on 20 positive Reviews in the last 12 months and is calculated as follows:
3 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.25 = 4
Target of 8 positive Reviews (40 registered maximum number of service users ÷ 5). 20 Reviews ÷ 8 Target Reached = 1
When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
Seale Pastures House has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.534) from 24 Reviews
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Julie P (Niece of Resident) on Wednesday 22 November 2017. Relates to October 2017.
The home is very friendly and all staff acknowledge you. The home is kept very clean and tidy, always on hand if you need anything. My auntie says the food is good.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Joyce B (Daughter of Resident) on Thursday 27 July 2017. Relates to June 2017.
Staff very caring and treated Mum with dignity, encouraged her to take part in activities and gave support. Mum felt safe and called it her home.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by P S (Son of Resident) on Monday 17 July 2017. Relates to May 2017.
My mother has been to Seale Pastures several times in the past for respite and enjoyed each visit.
She has recently decided to stay permanently as she is 91 and not able to cope at home.
The staff are always friendly and reliable and so I feel she is in safe hands.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by J K (Daughter of Resident) on Wednesday 12 July 2017. Relates to June 2017.
Seale Pastures House is a lovely place. The care and support is very good and you are always made to feel welcome. There's bingo, quizzes, crafts for residents to join in, would recommend this home.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Pauline P (Daughter of Resident) on Wednesday 21 June 2017. Relates to June 2017.
We feel very happy as a family, leaving my father in Seale Pastures. The staff are all very kind and look after my father very well. The food has improved in the last two months to a high standard. The rooms are kept very clean and tidy, washing is all done and put away. He enjoys the entertainment provided.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by R P (Daughter of Resident) on Monday 19 June 2017. Relates to June 2017.
The staff at this home are very patient and kind. It is a worrying time when an elderly parent has to leave their own home. My experience with this home has been nothing but reassuring. Seale Pastures is well run, organised and exceptionally clean and tidy.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Eileen W (Niece of Resident) on Monday 19 June 2017. Relates to June 2017.
My aunt is very happy in the care home, she keeps them on their toes and cheers the carers up when they are having a bad day. If she wasn't enjoying her stay she wouldn't be in such good spirits. She says she has lots of visits from staff and is never lonely. The care is excellent and I feel I can recommend this home.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by N S (Daughter of Resident) on Tuesday 13 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Mum has been in Seale Pastures for 2 years and has been very happy although I feel there should be more activities to do as she gets bored with not being mobile.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Jenny C (Friend of Resident) on Friday 9 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
My mum died 2 years ago but was a resident from 2011-2014. She received such good care and the staff (most of whom are still there) did so much for her. I visit regularly still to keep in touch with them and chat to other residents that I got to know.
The staff are wonderful - look after them so well as the resident's please.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Anthony B (Son of Resident) on Thursday 8 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Overall a very well run home for my mother.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Barrie M (Son of Resident) on Tuesday 6 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
I think the home gives very good care and service to my mother and the staff are very kind to her.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Julie B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) on Tuesday 6 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
The home is always clean and odour free. Residents are very well cared for and the home is bright and homely. Staff are always approachable and kind and caring. There are daily activities which are variable to all residents who want to participate.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by J A (Daughter of Resident) on Thursday 1 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
A warm, friendly, clean home in a lovely setting. Quickly became a 'home from home' for my mother under difficult circumstances.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Tracy S (Daughter of Resident) on Thursday 1 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
My mother came to Seale Pastures House after a long hospital stay. She has settled very well enjoying time spent with other residents and activities at the care home. She was uncertain whether to stay due to the location from her previous home but has now decided she is happy to do so.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Stephen C (Son of Resident) on Tuesday 23 May 2017. Relates to May 2017.
The facilities are first class, the care my mother has received could not have been better anywhere in the area.
The cost as my mother is self-funding is below average cost for the area.
The care staff are friendly and very conscientious towards the residents.
I would recommend this care home to anyone.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by V S (Daughter of Resident) on Thursday 18 May 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Staff always make me welcome when visiting my mother. A warm and friendly atmosphere. They let me know if my mother is unwell etc. Very clean environment, no nasty smells. Mother is kept nice and clean, hair shampooed, showered clothes washed etc. My mother is very well looked after and taken care of.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Alan C (Son of Resident) on Thursday 18 May 2017. Relates to May 2017.
I find the staff very considerate and helpful. Mum always seems to be very comfortable and looked after. Administrative staff very helpful.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Rachel B (Daughter of Resident) on Thursday 18 May 2017. Relates to April 2017.
Overall the care is good. The food is good. The home is nice and clean and I feel my mother is well looked after and to a high standard. As all care homes, they could be cheaper.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by B B (Daughter of Resident) on Wednesday 17 May 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Mum has stayed in various care homes before she came to Seale Pastures House but none came up to the standard of care, cleanliness and security that she has received since she became a resident two years ago.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by J Q (Son of Resident) on Wednesday 17 May 2017. Relates to May 2017.
As mum's mobility in her bungalow became difficult she concluded that a move into a residential home would be a good idea. Fortunately, we knew of Seale Pastures House as our grandmother was a resident there 25 years ago!
After an initial period of adjusting to her reduced independence and recovering from a fall at home which resulted in a prolonged hospital stay, mum has become content with her daily life at the home. Obviously, while settling in some small issues have arisen but they have been resolved sympathetically by the staff. There is a genuine commitment from the management and all of the people involved in the core and pastoral aspects in the running of the home.
We have always thought that mum would enjoy being in the right care environment as she is a gregarious, witty and appreciative individual. Who remains active by providing gifts for others with prodigious knitting talent. Indeed we would like to think the home has been enhanced by her presence. Finally, as a son and daughter, we have also made new friends at the home and enjoy our visits to see mum
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by J G (Resident) on Monday 14 December 2015. Relates to November 2015.
On the whole very enjoyable! Was spoilt at times, would recommend to others in my situation.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by N H (Wife of Resident) on Wednesday 9 December 2015. Relates to November 2015.
Relatives and visitors made very welcome.
First impression of inside and outside appearance of home very good.,
Found the staff very polite, friendly and efficient.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by J H (Resident) on Wednesday 9 December 2015. Relates to November 2015.
Very good. I would definitely go again.
I was excellent compared to other homes and I've been in a few.
It was like being in a hotel.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Jo E (Daughter of Resident) on Thursday 12 November 2015. Relates to October 2015.
I use this day care/respite care home for my dad who has Parkinson's and aged 81. From the first visit all staff were wonderful, cheery, polite and caring. They provide in invaluable service for him and me, taking care of all his social and health/well being needs. Initially dad didn't want to be with anyone but me, but even after the very first visit it was clear that it wouldn't be a problem continuing his care at Seale Pastures . The food is always cooked fresh, is varied interesting and well balanced for his needs. The home is clean and always staffed sufficiently (to the outsiders eye). I couldn't rate it better.
How likely would you be to recommend Seale Pastures House? Extremely Likely
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