St John's Care Home

66 Hawthorn Bank, Spalding PE11 1JQ
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  • St John's Care Home, Spalding
St John's Care Home is situated in the quiet market town of Spalding. The home has spacious dining rooms, lounges and a mature garden. The care home has a warm, friendly atmosphere with a dedicated team of care staff.

Chef Managers cook a variety of nutritious and tasty meals to provide residents with appealing daily menus which are updated regularly. Special dietary requirements are catered for.

Residents are encouraged and supported by the well-being and activities champions to continue to enjoy their interests and hobbies. From gardening and flower arranging to arts, crafts and games there is always something for residents to join in with should they wish to.

Residents benefit from a lively social life at the home with weekly exercise sessions, regular outings and entertainment. Arrangements can be made for residents to be visited regularly by a hairdresser and chiropodist. The home enjoys strong ties with the local community, with regular visits from church groups and pupils from the local primary school.

The home provides residential, dementia and respite care. St John's Care Home has two Dementia Champions who provide practical support to residents with dementia and their families.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 56 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1150
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1150
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1200
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1200

All our fees are subject to a care needs assessment. All fees quoted are a guideline, please contact the care home for a detailed price for your care requirements.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact St John's Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Chamila Wijerathne (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2013

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (56)

Visiting

  • St Johns Care Home is always open and welcomes visitors at any time.

Parking

  • There is a large on-site car park.

St John's Care Home Reviews (105)

9.5

St John's Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.532) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St John's Care Home has 105 reviews.

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Review from C H (Husband of Resident) published on 16 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff & management ( new) & admin all go above & beyond with there friendly and helpful ways they have a very difficult job in all rolls but get on with it


I appreciate all of there help and advice when needed

Reply from Chamila Wijerathne, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review for St John's Care Home. Your kind words and feedback will be shared with the staff team.

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Review from Karen R (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It was the hardest decision I have ever had to make to have to put both my parents into permanent care. The events of December 15th 2024 made it crucial that I acted fast and with the help of our Adult Care Manager she swiftly found them both rooms at St John's. I cannot praise them for their support,
help and kindness is getting Mum and Dad accepted within 24 hours. Lately the Senior Nurse has stepped up to Manager and the care and consistency of the Team has been amazing!! All of them, Chefs and kitchen staff, carers. One staff member in particular is a dream! Dads Bestie!They had 2 years of living in their own home with carers 4 times a day, but My biggest worry was night times, although they both had fall alarm detectors and good friends close by they needed more and have truly found it at St John's. I can now sleep at night living 80 miles away. You are all Fantastic thank you so much..
Reply from Chamila Wijerathne, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you so much for your lovely review of St John's Care Home. We appreciate you taking the time to leave your comments and feedback, it means a lot to all of the staff team. We understand that it is a difficult decision to make and knowing that we provided the support and help needed at the time is heartwarming. It is a pleasure to have you and your mum and dad as part of the St John's family. Warmest regards,

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Review from Elizabeth P (Sister of Resident) published on 16 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We are pleased with the care my brother receive's. as my brother is a difficult resident.We also feel nursing and carer staff work extremely hard with very difficult situation's, of which we appreciate very much.
Reply from Chamila Wijerathne, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review for St John's Care Home. Your kind words and feedback are appreciated and will be shared with the staff team. Warm regards,

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Review from S S (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I would appreciate it if my father's glasses were cleaned regularly and that his shirts were pressed apart from that he is well cared for and would like cabbage in his lunchtime menu. He is happy on his room watching television or listening to the radio.
Reply from Chamila Wijerathne, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review for St John's Care Home. Your feedback is appreciated and we have taken on board your comments and spoken to members of the staff team so they are aware and can action them. Warmest wishes

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Review from R J (Son of Resident) published on 25 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother stayed in St Johns for more than two weeks. She had the best experience at the care home. Home manager was excellent from the start to the end of respite. Staff were always there to support all her needs. I would highly recommend this place.
Reply from Natalie Parnham, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to write your review for St John's Care Home. It is so lovely to hear that your mum had the best experience whilst in our care for her respite stay and that you would recommend our home. Your lovely comments will be shared with the staff team. Warm regards,

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Review from Pamela H (Husband of Resident) published on 21 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Can't begin to express how grateful I am that he was cared for in St John's. The staff have been amazing and so very caring. It was unfortunate that he had to go into hospital and the nursing care there was so poor that he was sent back to St John's with a grade 2 pressure sore and a canula still attached
to his arm and St John's was not informed of this, but your staff cared for him in such dignity until he passed away and I will always be eternally grateful for that.
Reply from Natalie Parnham, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to write your review for St John's Care Home, especially at this difficult time. Your positive feedback and lovely comments regarding the care for your husband will be shared with the staff team. Warmest regards

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Review from L B (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Making the decision for even a respite stay was nerve-wracking. Luckily mum settled and is now permanent. St John's is the absolutely best in every way for mum. The staff have made all the difference to my confidence and mum's comfort. A stars for all staff. Please keep up the good work.
Reply from Natalie Parnham, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review for St John's Care Home. Your kind words and feedback mean a great deal to us and they will be shared with the staff team. We understand how difficult the decision can be but we are glad that your mum is feeling settled and that we are the best for your mum, it is our pleasure to include her and you into the St John's family. Warm regards,

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Review from J G (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are all really professional in regards to my Mother they are respectful and encouraging. Mum is now bed bound and they do their utmost to make sure that she is comfortable. After a fall from bed they made sure that she was ok by moving her to another room where she has peace and quiet.
Reply from Natalie Parnham, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for reviewing St John's Care Home. We are so grateful to hear wonderful comments about the care provided from our fantastic team. Best Wishes,

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Review from Florence J (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been well cared for in the care home. Her physical health has improved and her heart failure is now much better controlled. Also her medication regime is well controlled. Her Parkinson's disease is well managed and her diabetes is also managed well. Her mental health regarding her dementia has
deteriorated but slower than expected as they run an excellent program of activities which stimulates her and helps her maintain her memory and they are very good at helping her in moments of confusion and when she feels frightened or depressed. Overall she has a good quality of life. She tends to not tell the staff when she is having hallucinations or problems till the problems are worrying her but the staff are encouraging her to tell them and addressing once they know.
Reply from Natalie Parnham, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review St John's. We are so pleased to hear such wonderful comments about the care your mother receives. I will be sure to share with the team. Best Wishes,

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Review from D T (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My Dad has lived at St John's Care Home for over a year now. Honestly, his move there was a difficult decision for us as a family but we are glad we made it.
The staff at St Johns always seem to care for the residents as individuals. This is really important to me. I want to know that my Dad is being
looked after kindly and compassionately. It always feels that he is.
One of the greatest assets to St Johns has to be the non-caring staff who make the "living" experience what it is. It is lovely to visit and see such friendly faces.
My only concern is about times when I feel the home is under staffed, usually weekends. I appreciate people perhaps do not want to work the weekends but there seems less presence at weekends. This could perhaps be made better if there was a visible management at the weekends too.
Reply from Natalie Parnham, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review St John's. We are delighted to hear your wonderful comments and always take feedback on board. Please be assured our care staffing is rota'd the same for each day of the week, if you do wish to discuss please do not hesitate to pop in to see me. Best Wishes

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Review from F J (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum had chest pain and on another occasion had a fall. The staff handled both problems to a high standard of care. She was resistant to going to A&E to be checked but they managed to persuade her to go and organised everything for her. They are very good at keeping her calm and despite her complicated
needs, they are able to give her a good quality of life.
Reply from Violeta Latviene, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for St John's Care Home. We appreciate your kind words and feedback which will be shared with the staff team. It is our pleasure to care for your mum and have her as part of the St John's family.

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Review from K Q (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Caring staff who support my father during some challenging care requirements. Also extends to supporting the family too. This is a difficult phase for all of us. Can usually find staff when you need them, although weekends tend to be a bit more stretched.
Reply from Violeta Latviene, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review for St John's Care Home. We appreciate your comments and your feedback regarding staffing levels has been noted. Warm regards.

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Review from Sandra H (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
The staff are always pleasant and friendly, there could be a few more to help with feeding the ones who are sitting in the dining room at meal times, we've never been introduced to the new manager so am unable to share any opinion about them.
Reply from Violeta Latviene, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for St John's Care Home. Your comments will be taken on board and my door is always open for you to pop in. Warm regards

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Review from L H (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with the Care Home and Mum loves it. It’s kept very clean, but it is welcoming and has a homely feel. We know that Mum is well looked after health wise and we are always kept informed. Staff are excellent, friendly, efficient and proactive and there are always activities and outings
to take part in, taking into account everyone's likes and dislikes.
Reply from Violeta Latviene, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to write your lovely review for St John's Care Home. We truly appreciate your positive feedback about the care your mum is receiving and your comments will be shared with the staff team. Warmest regards.

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Review from Jo K (Niece of Resident) published on 25 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care my aunt receives at St John’s is second to none the staff are so kind and helpful and they have a full activity programme for the residents including trips out regularly. They ring me regularly to check her care plan and to see that I am happy with her care. The home is always spotless neat
and tidy and the food is home-cooked and a great variety for the residents.
I really can’t praise them enough.
Reply from Violeta Latviene, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review for St John's Care Home. Your kind words will be passed on to the staff team and we value your feedback. It is our pleasure to have your aunt as part of our family here at St John's. Warmest regards,

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Review from Joy C (Sister of Resident) published on 7 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely lovely caring care home. Nothing is too much trouble and when I visit my sister I am always made very welcome and the staff chat with me also. The home is very clean, well run and welcoming. I'm so glad my sister is a resident here as I know she will be well cared for.
Reply from Violeta Latviene, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review with your kind words and feedback for St John's Care Home. It is our pleasure to care for your sister and include her in our St John's family. Your comments will be shared with the staff team. Best regards.

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Review from Katie B (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been a resident of St John’s Care Home for some time now. She is well cared for by the staff, who do an excellent job in trying to engage her in activities. She always seems happy and content when we visit on a regular basis.
I am delighted with the care provided by the staff.
Reply from Natalie Parnham, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for leaving your lovely review and for your kind words. It is our pleasure to care for your mum and have her as part of our family at St John's Care Home. Your feedback will be shared with the staff team.

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Review from Vanessa W (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum is very well looked after.
Reply from Emma McGregor, Marketing Executive at St John's Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. It is our pleasure to care for your mum at St John's Care Home. We appreciate you taking the time to leave your feedback. Best regards.

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Review from Michael A (Son of Resident) published on 13 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
During continued difficult times, all staff and systems work well for the benefit of residents. The staff I have had contact with are professional and always with a smile. Residents are treated with patience and respect.
Reply from Natalie Parnham, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review for St John's Care Home. We appreciate your feedback and kind words. Best regards.

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Review from T D (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After viewing St John's and meeting the lovely manager, I was confident that my Mum would have her needs met and she would be very well looked after. I had to move Mum quite quickly, and everyone at St John's was very supportive during this time. I can only praise all of the staff for how they not only
care for my Mum but the other residents
Reply from Natalie Parnham, Home Manager at St John's Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review and for the kind words and feedback. It is our pleasure to care for your mum, and we are very happy to welcome her and for her to become part of our family at St John's Care Home.

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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.532)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.532) out of 10 for St John's Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 14 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.532 for St John's Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (104 Excellents x 5) + (57 Goods x 4) + (12 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 173 Ratings = 4.532
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for St John's Care Home is based on 14 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 56 registered maximum number of service users is 11.2, which has been reached with 14 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 28 Aug 2019

Overall Good

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  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (2)

Chamila

Chamila Wijerathne

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2025

Chamila Wijerathne is the Home Manager at St John’s and a registered nurse with over ten years’ experience in health and social care. Originally from Sri Lanka and now settled in Spalding, she is passionate about person-centred care and proud to lead a dedicated team who go above and beyond to support residents and their families.

Sharon

Sharon Hare

Job Title: Care Assistant Joined: 2011

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.

Frequently Asked Questions about St John's Care Home

What types of Care is St John's Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does St John's Care Home have?

There are 56 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at St John's Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is St John's Care Home to the centre of Spalding?

0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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