Skirbeck Court

55A Spilsby Road, Ashlawn Drive, Boston PE21 9NU
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9.8 96 Reviews
  • Skirbeck Court, Boston
Skirbeck Court is registered for thirty-nine residents and offers a team of skilled and friendly carers, able to provide long-term care for older people as well as respite and day care.

Care homes from The Orders of St John Care Trust are well respected in Lincolnshire, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire where the voluntary sector charity has a strong presence after seeing healthy growth since it first opened homes in 1992.

All residents are supported in the pursuit of active lifestyle and personal interests, while benefitting from a care philosophy that prioritises dignity and independence alongside health, safety and security.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 39 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £990 – £1130
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1130 – £1210
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1075 – £1210
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1210 – £1285

Your fees cover several areas while in their care.
These services are: Personal care, accommodation,
utilities, use of communal areas, meals, drinks and
snacks, laundry (excluding dry cleaning),
housekeeping, maintenance and activities run by the
home.
We currently have a welcome offer available for new residents funding their own care at Skirbeck Court. The offer includes free hairdresser/barber services, chiropody, daily newspaper of your choice and toiletry gift set on arrival.


Terms and conditions apply. Available for a limited time only. Speak to a member of the team for more information.


Services NOT included in price are: dentistry, chiropody,
physiotherapy, occupational therapy, opticians, hairdressing,
medications, toiletries, clothing, newspapers/magazines.
During your stay, you may need to purchase additional goods
and services. If they are able to provide such goods and
services, they will tell you how much these goods and services
will cost and they expect that you will pay for these goods and
services at the time you request them.
They can accompany loved ones to private appointments,
however the fee attached to this is £21 per hour. Where private taxi
services are used for transportation to appointments the cost should
be paid for by yourself.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Skirbeck Court 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

Person in charge

  • Anna Lewkowicz (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 1993
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (37)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)

Skirbeck Court Reviews (96)

9.8

Skirbeck Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.789) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Skirbeck Court has 96 reviews.

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Review from Rachel M (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A wonderful care home- so kind and caring, very clean and homely. The staff are excellent. My mother is very content there. Although bedridden now, she has never had a bed sore. Her diet is good and they always make sure she has plenty of fluids. Activities are excellent there too. The staff ring with
any concerns. As we can no longer care for my mother ourselves, we know she is in such safe hands and we cannot thank them enough.
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Review from Alan H (Respite Resident) published on 20 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As I arrived at Skirbeck Court from the hospital, I was immediately welcomed by the manager and staff with a friendly and convivial reception.
Any anxieties I may have had soon melted away by the friendly carers and their wonderful witticism and good humour, and I was thankful and appreciative of (all)
the staff that made my stay comfortable and entertaining.
With all their responsibilities of attending to every resident's personal needs, they always managed to stay upbeat, and in so doing, made me feel upbeat too.
The food was as good as any restaurant and was always served up with a generous portion of good humour and an affable smile.
After a short time, I soon started to feel as if I was in a hotel, but with a myriad of helpers on hand to cater for every need. I was a little reticent at first, but everyone made me feel at home, and any feelings of trepidation soon disappeared by their inexorable charm and witty banter.
Thank you all so very much.
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Review from Marylyn R (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 23 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are always friendly and make visitors welcome. My sister-in-law is always cheerful, well cared for and speaks highly of the staff and care. We feel confident that she is happy in Skirbeck. During her stay with you, we also visit family in two other nursing homes; they don't hold a candle to
Skirbeck. A happy home!
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Review from Lynne L-J (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot speak highly enough of all the staff at Skirbeck. Even with the Covid-19 restrictions, they have gone out of their way to accommodate, particularly when my dad passed.
Mum has settled really well thanks to the care, understanding and friendliness of the staff; it's a huge weight off my mind
knowing Mum is safe and looked after as I live so far away.
Mum always comments on how good the food is and has started joining in some of the events that are arranged for residents, such as movement to music.
They have an onsite hairdresser, which Mum absolutely loves, along with visits from a chiropodist; they also arrange a daily newspaper delivery so Mum can keep in touch with worldly goings-on.
Thank you so much for taking great care of my mum; you are all absolutely wonderful.
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Review from Janet P (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
For the four years my mum has lived at Skirbeck Court the care has been very good. All staff are friendly, helpful and loving. It is run very well, in this time there has been two managers with good ideas and good attitude, always helpful. The home is spotless, clean, looks nice and feels homely.
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Review from Sallyanne H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 21 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. My grandma was living the life of Riley. She was happy to be there and did not want to come home.
I was kept up to date with any concerns regarding my nan's health and when I could have a visit. Again the staff really do go above and beyond for all their
residents. They made a lasting impression on nan.
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Review from Daniel H (Son of Resident) published on 21 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother had been a resident at Skirbeck Court for the last 5 years until the beginning of May 2021.
Unfortunately, due to personal circumstances, she has now moved.
During her stay at Skirbeck Court the level of care and caring by staff has been outstanding.
Always greeted by a warm welcome when
entering the home; it is always evident of the level of care within by the happy disposition of the residents.
A thoroughly decent place to live.
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Review from J L (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
There were a few teething problems at the beginning of my dads stay, usually related to the untimely care of a blocked catheter. I feel Dad was listened to very well, and I needed to advocate on his behalf. I think there were some staffing challenges too. I felt that quicker carer access to nursing/medical
staff was required. Once Dad became more settled and the staff became more aware of his needs, things improved dramatically. The staff at Skirkbeck Court are quite stable. It's more like a second family. Dads last lockdown year was a very happy one.
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Review from G D (Son of Resident) published on 18 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum was a resident for four years. She has extremely well cared for until her death in March 2021. She was happy, enjoyed the activities provided. As a family, we felt included in the activities and ongoing care.
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Review from Anita K (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing home, staff wonderful, care excellent, home from home.
Thank you, Skirbeck Court.
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Review from J W (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum passed this April and the staff cared for her so lovingly in her last days. Indeed one staff member said it was an honour and a privilege to have looked after her - enough said!
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Review from M M (Wife of Resident) published on 4 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband has been in Skirkbeck Court for two years. The care shown to him from the staff in all departments, not only my husband but also the kindness to me. My husband's bedroom is kept beautiful and clean but is on the small size to have a visitor. I would like to say a big thank you to all the
staff who work very hard to make it a home from home.
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Review from Tracey M (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to say that I think the staff at Skirbeck Court have been amazing over this very strange year! The manager has been outstanding. I have had many telephone conversations with her, and she has been extremely reassuring, caring and helpful. Thank you for keeping my dad safe.
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Review from Lisa C (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 4 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandmother always appears happy and back to her usual fun, loving self. She was getting quite lonely and frightened living alone, but coming to Skirbeck Court has really enhanced the way she lives. She enjoys her meals, her bubble baths and activities. I am sad to say that recent events have made
the activities less available, but I am happy that she is still able to communicate with staff every day.
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Review from S C (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident at Skirbeck Court for three and a half years; she is very happy and settled. Mum enjoys the activities and says all the staff are lovely and helpful. I can see the huge effort the staff put into making the residents happy and particularly over the past year when visits
haven't been allowed due to Covid restrictions. I'm always made to feel welcome. The home is very homely and run very well by the home manager and staff.
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Review from L C (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
When the pandemic began last year, I was fearful for my mothers physical and mental wellbeing. She is unable to leave her bed and has deteriorating hearing and eyesight, so lives in a very limited world, though still mentally alert. The staff and carers have been excellent, keeping her physically well
and mentally stimulated and positive, and aware of the virus and the reasons for restrictions. During the lockdown, they have helped her with video calls, so we could see and talk to each other, and allowed safe visits when restrictions allowed. Yesterday, she celebrated her 100th birthday. I cannot speak too highly of the care she has received to help her reach this milestone.
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Review from M B (Respite Resident) published on 17 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience in Skirbeck Court was very pleasant and everything was very comfortable, clean and bright. The staff were caring, helpful and always cheerful. The food was excellent well presented and beautifully cooked and always hot.
The only criticism my room was very small no room for an armchair
If I wanted to watch tv in my room I had to go to bed 6pm is a bit early. But I would have no hesitation recommending Skirkbeck Court.
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Review from G L (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are very friendly and caring. Mum calls it 'home' and is very happy and content to be here. Any queries are dealt with straight away and staff are always aware of how and where she is whenever we phone.
We feel very lucky that mum is so well cared for.
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Review from P A (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident here for 3 years. The staff have always been respectful to her and very supportive of me. If they have any health concerns they never hesitate to contact her GP, sadly mums condition hs altered significantly. She has since been assessed and now requires nursing care. I
am very sad that she has to leave Skirbeck Court.
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Review from J D (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 1 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are friendly and listen to you. Very understanding. Build good rapport with service users.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.789)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.789) out of 10 for Skirbeck Court is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 28 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 26 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 4.789 for Skirbeck Court is calculated as follows: ( (271 Excellents x 5) + (37 Goods x 4) + (14 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 323 Ratings = 4.789
  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 Skirbeck Court is based on 26 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 39 registered maximum number of service users is 7.8, which has been reached with 26 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: 31 Dec 2019

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (3)

Naomi

Naomi Bender

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2025

My Name is Naomi, I have been working in the care industry for over 20 years, I started working in care homes as an after school job in a kitchen, washing up after tea and I then started doing care shifts to help out and on weekends, it was then, that I found who I am.


Care for me has never been just a job, it is a vocation, something that I am truly passionate about. I have worked in most roles within the care home environments throughout Boston, Essex and Suffolk and in 2012 I qualified as a Nurse and returned to care homes in Essex and Suffolk, working my way through the ranks as a Nurse, then as a senior nurse, I then spent 8 years as a Deputy Manager, before moving back up to Lincolnshire. I have worked for several different care providers over the last 20 years including 3 large providers in the South of England before starting my Journey with OSJCT.


I joined OSJCT because their values align with my own, and I am looking forward to making a difference in the lives of the residents in my care. Over the course of my career, I have developed a real passion for end of life care and dementia care and really enjoy making a difference to people’s lives. Sometimes that difference can be as small as making someone smile when they’re having a bad day, or as big as being able to go paddle in the sea, or to go see a show.


If you were thinking about joining care, I would tell you it is hard work but very rewarding. Every day is different, and the little moments can really make a big impact for those living and working in care. I had lots of different jobs before care and this is by far the best.

Sacha

Sacha Thornalley

Job Title: Head of Care Joined: 2020

Sacha Thornalley is the Head of Care at Skirbeck Court. She has 13 years experience in the care industry. Sacha has previously worked as a night carer, Activities Co-ordinator, Carer, Senior Carer and Deputy Manager. All prior to commencing work at Skirbeck Court as Head of Care in May 2020.

Steph

Steph Tate

Job Title: Administrator Joined: 2014

Steph Tate is the Administrator at Skirbeck Court. She has worked in this role at Skirbeck Court since June 2014. All of her working experience has been within admin, working for local companies in the Boston area.

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