St John's Care Home

66 Hawthorn Bank, Spalding PE11 1JQ
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9.5 105 Reviews
  • 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.
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Review from Beryl S (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 4 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are wonderful and have been very helpful and attentive during my short stay.
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Review from I F (Wife of Resident) published on 13 April 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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.
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Review from Colin L (Son of Resident) published on 3 April 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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.
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Review from Z H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 28 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
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.
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Review from Angela S (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
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.
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Review from John P (Husband of Resident) published on 23 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A lovely home with caring and attentive staff. Residents seem to be well looked after and happy to be here.
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Review from Lee B (Son of Resident) published on 17 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff are very friendly and helped with my dad and myself when visiting.
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Review from V E (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
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.
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Review from Keith (Son of Resident) published on 2 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Couldn't recommend this home enough, looks after my mum very well, nice rooms, very clean and bright, very friendly staff and extremely helpful.
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Review from James P (Grandson of Resident) published on 10 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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.
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Review from Keith (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 10 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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.!
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Review from Kathryn (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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.
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Review from Dianne S (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
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.
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Review from Sarah M (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mother is very happy at St John's Care Home. She is well cared for. I have found all the staff attentive and friendly.
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Review from Michael K (Son of Resident) published on 6 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
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.
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Review from Pam M (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 January 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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.
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Review from Edith (Friend of Resident) published on 12 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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.
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Review from Evelyne D (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 July 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
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.
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Review from Andrew G (Son of Resident) published on 15 June 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
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.
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Review from Greta D (Resident) published on 23 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
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.
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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

  • Caring 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.

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