St John's Care Home is situated in the quiet market town of Spalding. The home has spacious dining rooms, lounges and a beautiful garden. The home has a warm, friendly atmosphere with a dedicated team of care staff.
All residents are encouraged and supported by the well-being and activities champions and care staff to continue to enjoy their interests and hobbies. There is a lively social life at the home with regular outings, visits from local community groups and entertainment. The home enjoys strong ties with the local community, with regular visits from church groups and pupils from the local primary school.
St John's Care Home offers dementia care and has two Dementia Champions who provide practical support to residents with dementia and their families.
Group: Country Court Care
Person in charge: Juliet Peall (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services: Lincolnshire County Council (click for contact details)
Type of Service: Care Home only (Residential Care) – Privately Owned , Registered for a maximum of 56 Service Users
Registered Care Categories*: Dementia • Old Age
Specialist Care Categories: Alzheimer's
Admission Information: Ages 50+.
Single Rooms: 56
Rooms with ensuite WC: 56
Facilities & Services: Palliative Care • Day Care • Respite Care • Convalescent Care • Own GP if required • Own Furniture if required • Close to Local shops • Near Public Transport • Minibus or other transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Gardens for residents • Residents Kitchenette • Television point in own room
Directions:
St Johns Care Home is located on Hawthorn Bank opposite St Johns Junior School. Hawthorn Bank connects London Road (B1173) and Bourne Road (A151), easily accessible from the A15 or A16.
There are regular buses from Bourne (Delaine 302), Peterborough (37 InterConnect) and Boston (Brylaine Travel).
Visiting:
St Johns Care Home is always open and welcomes visitors at any time.
Parking:
There is a large on-site car park.
Latest Care Quality Commission* Report on St John's Care Home: click here
* Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.
St John's Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.541)
The Review Score of 9.5 (maximum of 10) for St John's Care Home 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 29 Reviews over all time. This Average Rating is also the rating value for St John's Care Home in Google's Search Results - more info
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5 out of 5 from 19 positive Reviews in the last 12 months.
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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 4.541 for St John's Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (207 Excellents x 5) + (117 Goods x 4) + (19 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 344 Ratings = 4.541
b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 12 months. 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.
The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for St John's Care Home is based on 19 positive Reviews in the last 12 months and is calculated as follows:
3 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.25 = 4
Target of 11.2 positive Reviews (56 registered maximum number of service users ÷ 5). 19 Reviews ÷ 11.2 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.
Review submitted from a Postal Card by A S (Son of Resident) on Monday 18 September 2017. Relates to September 2017.
Mother settled in well. Staff are particularly kind and attentive.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Neither Unlikely or Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Good
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Satisfactory
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Satisfactory
Review submitted from a Postal Card by R U (Daughter of Resident) on Tuesday 12 September 2017. Relates to September 2017.
Well run care home, staff and management are very friendly. The staff are worth their weight in gold. Nothing is too much trouble for any of them sometimes I do think there is not enough. The staff on at lunchtime are run off their feet making sure everyone gets their meals and fed if a resident cannot feed themselves.
But the staff still seem happy in their work.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Good
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Excellent
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Beryl S (Resident) on Tuesday 4 July 2017. Relates to June 2017.
The staff are wonderful and have been very helpful and attentive during my short stay.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Excellent
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Good
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Satisfactory
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Excellent
Review submitted from a Postal Card by David I (Son of Resident) on Wednesday 10 May 2017. Relates to April 2017.
I think that the service you provide has been very helpful to us and mum. It has been a big change for my mum but they have made her very welcome at the home.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Excellent
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Excellent
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Excellent
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Laura W (Daughter of Resident) on Wednesday 3 May 2017. Relates to April 2017.
The staff and management are friendly and kind. The home is clean and very well run. My mother is confined to her bed but all the staff are very considerate and kind to her, making sure she is turned regularly and they feed her. Very well done.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Good
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Good
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Good
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Good
Review submitted from a Postal Card by I F (Wife of Resident) on Thursday 13 April 2017. Relates to March 2017.
During the months my husband has been at St John's my family and I have been very pleased with the care he has received there. Everyone is very kind and caring to both my husband and myself.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Excellent
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Excellent
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Excellent
Review submitted from a Website Submission by Colin L (Son of Resident) on Friday 31 March 2017. Relates to March 2017.
My mother has been a resident since 30th December. She is a very independent woman who likes her own company and it has been a worry as to how she would settle. It would appear that she is beginning to settle. This in my opinion because of the quality of the premises and the very caring staff. Since she has been at St John's Care Home I have met a lot of the staff and from the manager, to all the carers I have to say they do a wonderful job under very difficult circumstances.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Excellent
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Excellent
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Excellent
Review submitted from a Website Submission by Z H (Granddaughter of Resident) on Tuesday 28 March 2017. Relates to March 2017.
My grandparent is very happy in this home. They get days out and take part in many activities. The actual home is mainly in a good condition and rooms are light and airy. The downstairs lounge floor is looking tired and some rooms you pass in the corridor smell of urine, which in the past I've never smelt. The upstairs lounge is far nicer. Staff and family are invited to many events which is lovely. My only problem is that the receptionist has a few times ignored us trying to get into the building, as she was busy talking to someone else. This is really annoying when she can clearly see us at the door, ringing the bell! Care staff have let us in even though she is at her desk ... sometimes I like to nip in the home on my lunch hour for a quick visit but spend ages trying to get in.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Likely
Overall Standard: Good
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Good
Cleanliness: Satisfactory
Treated with Dignity: Good
Food & Drink: Good
Staff: Good
Activities: Good
Management: Good
Safety / Security: Good
Rooms: Good
Value for Money: Good
Review submitted from a Postal Card by John P (Husband of Resident) on Thursday 23 March 2017. Relates to March 2017.
A lovely home with caring and attentive staff. Residents seem to be well looked after and happy to be here.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Good
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Good
Review submitted from a Website Submission by Angela S (Daughter of Resident) on Friday 17 March 2017. Relates to March 2017.
I do not have access to the care home as much as I would like due to no transport, therefore, I have no comments. Apart from when I am called to the hospital after yet another accident, I do not see my family member very often. The staff do not always inform me of any problems. As I am next of kin. I feel somewhat pushed out. This could be improved.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Don't know
Overall Standard: Satisfactory
Facilities: Satisfactory
Care / Support: Satisfactory
Cleanliness: Good
Treated with Dignity: Satisfactory
Food & Drink: Good
Staff: Good
Activities: Poor
Management: Good
Safety / Security: Good
Rooms: Good
Value for Money: Don't Know
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Lee B (Son of Resident) on Thursday 16 March 2017. Relates to March 2017.
All staff are very friendly and helped with my dad and myself when visiting.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Good
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Good
Activities: Good
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Good
Rooms: Satisfactory
Value for Money: Satisfactory
Review submitted from a Postal Card by V E (Daughter of Resident) on Wednesday 1 March 2017.
Staff are always friendly and efficient and try their best in a sometimes difficult environment. No one wants their loved one to go into care but this establishment is a safe and secure and friendly second best to home life.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Likely
Overall Standard: Good
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Good
Cleanliness: Good
Treated with Dignity: Good
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Excellent
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Good
Rooms: Good
Value for Money: Satisfactory
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Keith (Son of Resident) on Wednesday 1 March 2017. Relates to January 2017.
Couldn't recommend this home enough, looks after my mum very well, nice rooms, very clean and bright, very friendly staff and extremely helpful.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Excellent
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Excellent
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Excellent
Review submitted from a Website Submission by James P (Grandson of Resident) on Friday 10 February 2017. Relates to January 2017.
It's sad to see my grandfather as he is but knowing and witnessing him happy, warm and well cared for makes it all that much easier.
I'd certainly recommend St Johns to anyone who had a loved one that needed caring for.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Excellent
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Excellent
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Excellent
Review submitted from a Website Submission by Keith (Son-in-law of Resident) on Friday 10 February 2017. Relates to February 2017.
The father in law is treated with respect and his individual needs are met.
Any family with experience of caring for an elderly relative will know how difficult it can be,
The careers, management team and admin staff are all fantastic with a caring and smiley attitude to makes this a great care home.
Thanks for all you do for him and the family.!
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Excellent
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Good
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Good
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Good
Value for Money: Good
Review submitted from a Website Submission by Kathryn (Daughter of Resident) on Friday 10 February 2017. Relates to February 2017.
My Father has been a resident for 20 months. All the staff and management team should be highly commended.
The care and support for an elderly person is a difficult task for any family to deal with and St Johns have removed the worry and stresses this can cause.
All the elderly residents we have witnessed at St John's are treated with respect and their individual needs catered for.
It's great to know my father is in safe hands.
Many thanks from all our family goes to everyone at St John's for the continued, professional and caring attitude, you are special people to provide the care you do.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Excellent
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Excellent
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Excellent
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Dianne S (Daughter of Resident) on Monday 30 January 2017. Relates to January 2017.
On the whole, I'm very pleased with the care my mother receives at St John's Care Home. Occasionally there is an episode which raises concern but that is due more to possessions and personal items than care and attention of my mother. I know she is well fed and cared for and that is most important.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Good
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Good
Cleanliness: Good
Treated with Dignity: Good
Food & Drink: Good
Staff: Good
Activities: Good
Management: Good
Safety / Security: Good
Rooms: Good
Value for Money: Good
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Sarah M (Daughter of Resident) on Wednesday 25 January 2017.
Mother is very happy at St John's Care Home. She is well cared for. I have found all the staff attentive and friendly.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Likely
Overall Standard: Good
Facilities: Satisfactory
Care / Support: Good
Cleanliness: Good
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Satisfactory
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Satisfactory
Management: Good
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Good
Value for Money: Satisfactory
Review submitted from a Website Submission by Michael K (Son of Resident) on Friday 6 January 2017. Relates to December 2016.
My mother has received good care from the St John's Care Home and has received very responsive care when it has been needed. I have also been very happy to have had excellent communication between myself and the facility which is very important to me as I live half way around the world and cannot visit my mother on any regular basis. It is very comforting to me to have them keep me well informed when needed. I have even received photos and videos of Mum's birthday and Christmas celebrations at the home so I can see firsthand how she has spent her day at these celebratory times in her life.
I am comforted by St Johns' care of my mother and can rest easy knowing she is in good care.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Likely
Overall Standard: Good
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Good
Cleanliness: Good
Treated with Dignity: Good
Food & Drink: Good
Staff: Good
Activities: Excellent
Management: Good
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Satisfactory
Value for Money: Satisfactory
Review submitted from a Website Submission by Pam M (Daughter of Resident) on Thursday 5 January 2017. Relates to December 2016.
The Staff at St John's Care Home go above & beyond what is expected of them, they are all very helpful, friendly, approachable and kind. I was very apprehensive when my Mother had to move to a care home, but I have no worries now, she has been at St John's since April 2016 and just recently my stepfather who was also a resident, sadly passed away, the staff could not have been more caring and supportive through this very difficult time.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Good
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Good
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Good
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Good
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Edith (Friend of Resident) on Thursday 8 December 2016. Relates to November 2016.
My friend entered your establishment on 9th June from the hospital and was examined by your doctor and placed on "end of life" treatment and as such a very confused old lady was treated with gentle rest and compassion. In the 5 months she took to pass away my wife and I visited him 2/3 times a week and were always treated with kindness from management and staff. My friend's care and compassion was of the best! The home is run very well its standard of cleanliness is above reproach, as an eighty-six year old if needed I would wish to end up with you.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Excellent
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Good
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Good
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Excellent
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Evelyne D (Daughter of Resident) on Tuesday 12 July 2016. Relates to May 2016.
My mother was in St John's for 14 weeks, initially in an IL basis. She was in a leg brace and could not have managed at home. The care she received from both the home and the Independent Living Team was excellent. My only suggestion would be, it would be beneficial to those in her position to have a small lounge/sitting room where tea/coffee could be made and be able to socialise for those without dementia. If all care homes were run like St John's there would be no need to worry about the care of our elderly population. Well done to all the staff, keep up the good work.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Excellent
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Good
Value for Money: Excellent
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Andrew G (Son of Resident) on Wednesday 1 June 2016. Relates to May 2016.
A very friendly, caring and professional residential home. From what I have seen nothing is too much trouble for the staff who always make time for residents and relatives alike. The accommodation is immaculate and I have no concerns about my mother being kept clean and tidy too. Activities are good and the food is also. I like the addition of a set weekly menu. Keep up the good work and standards St Johns.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Good
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Good
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Good
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Good
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Good
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Greta D (Resident) on Monday 9 May 2016. Relates to April 2016.
I had a lovely room and was made welcome on arrival. All the staff and manager were helpful. I was treated with dignity and my wishes were respected. There was a good choice of food at mealtimes and the activities were interesting and enjoyable.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Good
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Good
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Excellent
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Good
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Excellent
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Jean (Resident) on Monday 23 November 2015. Relates to November 2015.
I like everyone. The staff are helpful, they always make me laugh. The girls always ensure I look nice. I love when they do my nails.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Excellent
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Excellent
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Excellent
Review submitted from a Postal Card by David E (Son of Resident) on Friday 23 October 2015. Relates to October 2015.
My mother has spent just under eight weeks in hospital and went to St John's Care Home to get ready to go home. The room was very clean and tidy and the staff were all very good. Overall the level of care was excellent, she is now at home and doing well.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Good
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Good
Treated with Dignity: Good
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Good
Activities: Satisfactory
Management: Good
Safety / Security: Good
Rooms: Good
Value for Money: Good
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Helen P (Daughter of Resident) on Wednesday 7 October 2015. Relates to September 2015.
Manager extremely friendly. Carers lovely and friendly. But lift smells of urine and cleaning can be done better.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Likely
Overall Standard: Good
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Good
Cleanliness: Satisfactory
Treated with Dignity: Good
Food & Drink: Good
Staff: Good
Management: Good
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Good
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Pauline P (Resident) on Wednesday 19 August 2015.
It feels like home the food is good and the staff are nice.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Excellent
Facilities: Excellent
Care / Support: Excellent
Cleanliness: Excellent
Treated with Dignity: Excellent
Food & Drink: Excellent
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Excellent
Management: Excellent
Safety / Security: Excellent
Rooms: Excellent
Value for Money: Excellent
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Dennis L (Son of Resident) on Friday 14 August 2015.
I am only in Spalding to visit once or twice a year for a few days, however I have the impression my mother is well cared for. The activity programme I find good and the rooms clean and comfortable. The staff are always friendly.
How likely would you be to recommend St John's Care Home? Extremely Likely
Overall Standard: Good
Facilities: Good
Care / Support: Good
Cleanliness: Good
Treated with Dignity: Good
Food & Drink: Good
Staff: Excellent
Activities: Excellent
Management: Good
Safety / Security: Good
Rooms: Good
Value for Money: Good
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Recipient: Country Court Care
Date: Saturday 09 Nov 2013
October 2012
Recipient: St John's Care Home
Date: Saturday 20 Oct 2012
Job Title: Home Manager
Joined: 2017
Description:
Juliet joined St John's Care Home as Home Manager in 2017, she brings many years of experience in the care sector. Juliet is passionate about making St John's a real 'home from home' for residents.
Job Title: Activities & Wellbeing Champion
Joined: 2012
Description:
Hi I’m Steve and I am one of the Wellbeing and Activity Coordinators at St John’s Care Home in Spalding. I have 2 lovely boys named Callum and Kieran, as well as my wonderful partner Veronika. In the past I have lived and worked in Australia. I also had some time living and working in London. I have also travelled to many parts of the world and been on many adventures. My previous work has been a Warden for the Council, this entailed checking on the elderly in their homes and reporting any problems. I also ran the community centre for the residents, they loved the entertainment I put on, as well as giving them the extra time to stop and chat to them; not just a flying visit like some other wardens. When I left the warden’s job because of cut backs in the council, the residents were very upset to lose me, some of them in tears, a very sad moment for me and them. Before that I worked with troubled teenagers in various care homes all over the county for 6 years. I enjoyed this job and worked up to be a senior member of staff. I helped to change some of the lives of the teenagers and put them back on the right road to life. However, I currently enjoy my job at St John’s the most. Having worked at St John’s for 2 years now, it feels like a second home to me. Everyone there is fantastic and we are like a big family.
Job Title: Wellbeing & Activities Coordinator
Joined: 2013
Description:
My name is Ida, I am one of the Wellbeing & Activities Coordinators here at St John's Care Home. I love my job and getting to know all the residents and hearing their life stories.
We are focused on providing our residents, especially those with dementia, with 'meaningful activities and opportunities'. In order to provide residents with activities they are going to enjoy and engage with it's really important to get to know them and learn about what they enjoy doing.
Job Title: Senior Carer
Joined: 2011
Description:
Samantha is a Senior Carer and Dementia Champion at St John's Care Home where she has worked for six years. As Dementia Champion she is developing a dementia strategy for the home and will roll it out alongside the care team.
Samantha has worked in the care industry for many years and has been known to entertain residents with her fantastic singing!
Job Title: Care Assistant
Joined: 2011
Description:
Sharon is a Carer and Dementia Champion at St John's Care Home where she has worked for six years. As Dementia Champion she is developing a dementia strategy for the home and will roll it out alongside the care team.
Job Title: Administrator
Joined: 2014
Description:
I am originally from Cheddar in Somerset. I have been married to my husband Phil for 22 years, who was an engineering officer in the RAF. I have been very fortunate to experience postings to Germany, Holland, Cyprus, and Coningsby. This is how I ended up in Lincolnshire. I was employed as a civil servant for both the Ministry of Defence and HMRC for 25 years. Due to staff cuts in 2014, I decided to take a voluntary exit package. I joined St John's in October 2014 as their administrator. I was able to bring a lot of my transferable skills to the role from the civil service. I have fitted in well with the environment. My 20 years of Samaritan Voluntary has also helped me to fit into the role. I have found the role both challenging and awarding. I enjoy a good working relationship with the Manager Anna, staff and residents. I look forward to my role evolving in the future.
Job Title: Care Assistant
Joined: 2012
Description:
Hi I am Georgina Exposito (50). I started working at St John’s 12th July 2012 as a housekeeper. To be quite honest when the manager at the time asked me to do care work I did not know how I felt as I had never done this kind of work before.
And....I loved it and soon became a full time care worker. To top it all I was nominated for Care Home Worker Award and I won the Regional East Midlands area.
I was very proud and honoured to win this award.
I have two children Aimee 24 and Toby 22 who are equally proud of my award, as well as my mother, family, friends and everyone at St John’s.
I know you will be smiling down on me Dad and feeling proud
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