Avonleigh Gardens

Clyde Street, Oldham OL1 4HT
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9.9 115 Reviews
  • Avonleigh Gardens, Oldham
Avonleigh Gardens Care Home is thoughtfully designed to promote the independence and dignity of its residents.

Located within beautifully landscaped gardens near the vibrant town of Oldham, the home is just a short distance from Manchester City Centre, with convenient access via the motorway. Avonleigh Gardens accommodates up to 59 residents and provides tailored care for a range of needs, including learning and physical disabilities as well as dementia care.

The home is divided into four wings, each featuring its own kitchen to foster a comfortable and homely atmosphere for everyone.
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Care Provided by Avonleigh Gardens

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 59 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Stroke
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £929
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1078

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Avonleigh Gardens 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

  • Rachel Bowers (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (59)

Parking

  • Visitor parking is conveniently located at the front of the home.

Avonleigh Gardens Reviews (115)

9.9

Avonleigh Gardens has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.868) out of 10, based on 33 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Avonleigh Gardens has 115 reviews.

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Review from Pamela J (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As soon as my mum went to live at Avonleigh Gardens, her health and mental well-being improved massively; she is happier and more relaxed than I have ever known her to be. This is because the carers are welcoming, kind and cheerful, and ready to help in any way they can. Everyone strives to make Avonleigh
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Mum enjoys the outstanding food, which is both delicious and nutritious,


During the coronavirus pandemic, I am reassured by the measures that have been put in place to protect residents. The staff are working really hard, in very difficult circumstances to make the residents' experiences as positive as possible. The staff make it very easy for me to speak to my mum on the phone.

Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Many thanks for your extremely kind comments. We are so pleased that your Mum has settled into her new home. The staff do a wonderful job at ensuring all our residents and families are welcomed to…read more
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Review from Patricia J (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 5 May 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother-in-law would have been at Avonleigh Gardens (her 2nd home) 5 years in June. She came on leaps and bounds, she was treated with so much care, dignity and respect. She was always dressed smartly. She enjoyed having the banter with all the staff (there are a few special ones!) In her final few
weeks, it was really hard for us as a family because of the COVID 19 and lockdown but once again all the staff were brilliant and pulled all the stops out and we were able to her till the end, which we are eternally grateful. Thank you all so much from all mum's family.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Thank you for your very complimentary comments; it was a pleasure to look after such a delightful lady who was full of character, she has certainly been missed. All the staff are a credit to…read more
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Review from Carol M (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff and volunteers at Avonleigh are brilliant on a caring level, a professional level and a personal level.
They provide excellent care for the residents and go over and above what is expected of them. They have risen to this recent challenge (the lockdown situation with COVID) in meeting
for the needs of our loved ones. This is a very challenging job at times under normal situations but with the current lockdown they have been under tremendous pressure to do their job with extreme dedication and care and we are so grateful.
We equally understand the stress and pressure put onto your staff and volunteers at Avonleigh Gardens because not only have you taken the place of our loved ones' family you have equally got families of your own and loved ones just the same as us and I would like you to know how much we understand this and appreciate it. You are doing our loved ones so proud. They are being catered for with amazing food and chef specials and our family are so grateful. Thanks.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Thank you for your extremely kind comments, it is so rewarding to all to read these lovely comments and share them with the staff. I feel such pride to belong to the team at Avonleigh; the staff here…read more
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Review from RH (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so very grateful to Avonleigh Gardens for the care shown to my father. Staff there have responded to all our requests with kindness and understanding. As Dad settled, lovely relationships were built with members of staff, the Chaplain and volunteers. He appreciated the various activities and
the interaction with others at those times. In particular, the weekly service has meant a lot to him. Dad has relished the quality of food, which has been consistently excellent. As lockdown happened, increased communication with families became a vital issue to sort and Avonleigh have sorted it. We are reassured by our daily contact with him.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
We are delighted with your very kind review; the staff are extremely good at building bonds with our residents and family members. Our weekly service is a great asset to a lot of our residents, staff…read more
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Review from Marie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so grateful to all carers and staff for the care they continue to provide in these very challenging times. Also extremely grateful for the recent access to video calls; which have made a massive difference for both me and my mum.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
All the team at Avonleigh would like to thank you for your kind comments. We are so pleased you are able to use the video calling.
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Review from Kate B (Friend of Resident) published on 23 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
One of the most impressive care homes I have visited. Great care is taken of the residents by the staff and it is apparent that all the staff know the residents well and respect their preferences and choices so long as they are in their best interests. Everyone goes the extra mile to do all they can
for the residents in their care. As the nation grapples with COVID-19 the staff at Avonleigh Gardens have the added burden of keeping themselves, the residents and their families safe and this has necessitated limiting visitors and the extra contact this involves with friends and relatives. They do this without us ever feeling we are ‘being a nuisance’. The staff are quite simply fantastic and we are just so grateful that our friend is able to be part of the Avonleigh family. Thank you.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Thank you for your very thoughtful and kind comments. All the staff have been overwhelmed by the kind words and gifts we have received from people we don’t even know. They take each day with a brand…read more
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Review from Janet G (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
During the recent COVID-19 pandemic and all the extra and challenging responsibilities which have fallen to the staff, they have shown wonderful sensitivity to the needs and concerns of families and friends who are unable to visit.
We are always greeted by friendly and understanding staff who are
doing their best to relieve our anxiety and assure us in any way they can. Whilst my father obviously is missing the camaraderie and activities he had begun to respond to so well, we know that these changes are designed with the safety of residents as a priority and are grateful for that.
Particularly helpful to us and I'm sure to him, are the video calls which are being facilitated and the playing of family messages recorded and played to Dad.
It must be so very hard for a caring staff to experience the worries and concerns both for their loved ones at home and also at Avonleigh Gardens. This is a level of professional and personal competence which we will always remember.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Thank you for your kind comments; the staff have been exceptional in these very difficult times. We are so pleased that you have been able to still see Dad via the video calling. We are all looking…read more
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Review from Elizabeth H (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This home has been brilliant for my dad, particularly since the virus lockdown stopped actual visits. All the staff are really caring, and nothing seems too much trouble. They have been really helpful, facilitating phone and face time calls. Before the lockdown, there were lots of activities for residents
to enjoy which will hopefully get going again in due course.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
We are all very grateful for your lovely comments; the staff have gone above and beyond through this trying time. Hopefully, we will all be back to normal soon.
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Review from Chris W (Son of Resident) published on 22 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The facilities and service offered by the staff are excellent. They really do care for the residents. Mum is suffering from advanced dementia and I'm really happy that she is in the best place.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Many thanks for your encouraging comments. The staff are only too delighted to ensure that all Mum's needs are being catered for and we look forward to seeing you soon.
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Review from A H (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
During these difficult times with the coronavirus, the staff at Avonleigh Gardens have done even more to make the residents feel valued and to add interest to their day whilst family and friends are unable to visit. The staff without exception are all kind and caring and will always go the extra mile
to keep residents safe and clean. The meals are also being maintained to the usual high standards by the chefs. Thank you all.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Thank you for your very kind words regarding the hard work that all the staff are doing. It is comforting to all that they are all being appreciated each day. The kitchen are always looking to…read more
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Review from Alison R (Niece of Resident) published on 22 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Auntie has been a resident at Avonleigh Gardens since August 2016. The staff have always been welcoming, and the care she has received from all the staff from managers, carers, kitchen staff, cleaners, office staff and volunteers has and still is outstanding. They are all one big family, and it is
reassuring to know that at this time, especially in lockdown with covid-19; that my Auntie is receiving the very best care and every effort is being made so that we can keep in contact whilst visiting restrictions are in place. Well done to everyone and a big thank you for all you do!
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Your Auntie is a remarkable lady; she has come such a long way. We would like to thank you for expressing your gratitude to all our staff.
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Review from Gordon P (Husband of Resident) published on 22 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is not just a "care home", it is home to people who need support and is staffed by individuals who genuinely care.
The standards of compassion, help and affection showed to residents are excellent.
The staff are very professional but always handle both residents and families with kindliness and
understanding.
It is hard to imagine how the standards of service at Avonleigh Gardens could be bettered.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Thank you for your outstanding comments; we are very privileged to be entrusted to look after our residents. All the staff believe in making a difference and we will all be delighted when we can…read more
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Review from Lynne M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 22 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such professional kind helpful staff that can’t do enough for my mother in law. Must be so difficult for them to be at work in this very difficult situation, risking their own health and their lives to care for their residents and keep as much normality going as possible whilst the resident's friend
and relatives can’t visit. Thank you to all.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Thank you for your kind comments for the staff; they will mean so much to them. They are always looking for ways to enhance our residents wellbeing. They are all working each day under difficult…read more
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Review from H B (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Avonleigh Gardens is our Dad’s home.
He is respected as an individual and extremely well cared for in lovely surroundings.
Dad says ‘the staff are not just carers, they are my friends’.
As a family, we thank you for your professionalism, genuine all round care and humour. A great team.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Thank you for your lovely comments; we are so pleased that your Dad feels that our staff are his friends. He is a true gentleman and he puts smiles on our faces with his lovely nature. We hope that…read more
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Review from Stev R (Son of Resident) published on 30 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Dad is highly thought of by the family at Avonleigh - All the staff are wonderful and treat all residents with the utmost respect. I feel very confident when I leave the home knowing he is in safe hands. Thank you to all. You are all amazing - Especially in these difficult times.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Thank you for your kind words. We are all extremely proud to say we work at Avonleigh Gardens and we endeavour to treat all our residents as a family member.
We are pleased to know that you feel…read more
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Review from Peter H (Son of Resident) published on 24 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent staff and facilities.
They looked after my father superbly.
He got better very soon and enjoyed his time at Avonleigh Gardens.
Thank you so much!
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Thank you for expressing your kind thoughts regarding the excellent work that all our staff provide at Avonleigh Gardens. It was a pleasure to meet your Dad and enable him to go back home to his…read more
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Review from Jean C (Niece of Resident) published on 18 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care for Auntie, just as good as it was 7 years ago when Mum was resident there. Wonderful staff, many of whom cared for both Mum and Auntie. Couldn't fault a thing.
Reply from Yvonne Reilly-Cooper, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Thank you for your kind words regarding the care your auntie received. It was a pleasure to look after her and we were delighted to see you and your family again. We all remember your Mum fondly.…read more
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Review from J M (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 July 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has dementia she has been living at Avonleigh Gardens for 18 months. She is always treated with respect, kindness, dignity and good humour. I do believe the staff care, it's not just a job to them. I watch them interact with mum and some of the other residents, they show interest and consideration
of their needs. It speaks volumes that there is low staff turnover.
Mum loves to join in the singing activities, making friends and visits from the memory man. There are many activities for the residents to join in. The meals are plentiful they always look and smell appetising.
The home itself is clean and comfortable with lovely gardens.
I am greatly comforted that mum is being cared for and is safe.
Reply from Natalie Ward, Area Support Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Thank you so much for the review. I do agree that Avonleigh staff truly do care for the residents in the home. When I visit it's like visiting a real ‘home’ and the staff and residents are like one…read more
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Review from Sharon M (Regular Volunteer) published on 21 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I visit the home weekly for an hour each visit with my PAT dog Erica. On every occasion I have attended, I have found the home to be exceptionally clean and organised. All residents are content and the majority are excited to see Erica. It is a pleasure to attend such an outstanding residential home.
Both myself and my dog are made to feel very welcome and appreciated.
Reply from Natalie Ward, Area Support Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
I can’t thank you enough for the lovely review you have written about Avonleigh Gardens. So many of the residents in the home used to have animals, most of which were dogs. It's so lovely that we have…read more
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Review from Vicky P (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Avonleigh Gardens is a lovely place. My mum has been here for several years. The staff are just amazing, generally, care for all the people living there. It's a lovely atmosphere, it's like a big happy family. I just feel at ease knowing my mum is cared for.
Reply from Natalie Ward, Area Support Manager at Avonleigh Gardens
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review for Avonleigh. It always tugs the heart when you read that family members feel at ease and know their loved ones are being looked after. Going…read more
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.868)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.868) out of 10 for Avonleigh Gardens is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 33 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 32 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 4.868 for Avonleigh Gardens is calculated as follows: ( (368 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) + (12 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 393 Ratings = 4.868
  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 Avonleigh Gardens is based on 32 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 59 registered maximum number of service users is 11.8, which has been reached with 32 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.

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