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Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home

Dovedale Avenue, Ingol, Preston, Lancashire PR2 3WQ
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Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home, Preston

Dovedale Court is located in Ingol, Preston. Dovedale provides first-class residential care alongside expert dementia care in The Memory Lane Community. Dovesdales Tesseyman Suite located on the top floor of the home delivers expert Challenging Behaviour and Complex needs care, Lead by a Senior Nurse, Nursing staff and Highly trained Support workers. Unfortunatly Dovedale Court is not an EMI Registered home, but other homes in the Barchester Group deliver expert...  

Care Provided by Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 33 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease

Facilities

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

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,600N/A

This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.

Contact Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

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

  • George Appleton-Carroll (Acting General Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2012

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (33)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)

Visiting

  • Here at Dovedale people are encouraged to come visit when ever they want, however please be mindful that meal times are a busy time in the home. Mealtimes are from 1pm and 4.30pm

Parking

  • Dovedale Court has a Large car park to the rear of the building, when approaching Dovedale, you drive past the main entrance to find the next right turn which leads to the car park.

Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home Reviews (50)

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Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.122) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home has 50 reviews.

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Review from George C (Husband of Resident) published on 18 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My wife has been in the home for over 15 months and I consider myself very lucky to have found a good, caring home for my wife.

She is always clean and the staff are lovely.

Reply from Rachael Watson, Manager at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home

Thank you for your kind comments.

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Review from David T (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 29 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My father-in-law has been cared for in Dovedale Court since March 2016. The Care he receives has been excellent. The staff are always extremely professional and all show the residents so much love and care, even when faced, with some very distressing and challenging behaviour. The home is always very clean, the food is excellent and residents are treated with the utmost respect. Father-in-law is settled and happy. The residents are regularly treated to singers etc, who come and perform. On his 80th birthday, a singer was brought in. He was then presented with a beautiful 80th birthday cake. He was also presented with a fantastic picture of his favourite dog. They made sure his 80th was a very special day. We can not thank them enough for the wonderful memories we have of that day. We can not fault in any way the care my father-in-law has received at Dovedale Court and would recommend 100%

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Review from S M (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father was a resident for four years until his death this year. Without the experience of care homes, it is true to say that is was a shock and we were unprepared and things were very upsetting. We didn't feel the home was clean enough or enough activities to keep dad busy. But since those early days, we have grown to like the home very much. The staff were lovely and caring and treated patients with respect. Food always looked very appetising and dad seemed to enjoy it. It was warm and cosy and seemed like a real family. New management a year ago has made a huge difference too. It is a tight ship run very well. Thank you

Reply from Sue Carroll, Home Administratror at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home

Thank you for your kind comments.

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Review from Ann H (Wife of Resident) published on 9 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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I would recommend Dovedale Court Care Home to anyone. It is warm, friendly and you feel relaxed as you go in. I have been visiting my husband for 3 years and have always found the staff very welcoming. The carers are wonderful and so are all other staff. The home is of the highest standard. The care and support is of the highest standard. Residents are all treated with dignity and love. No one needs to feel apprehensive about a loved one going into Dovedale Court. It's a wonderful home!

Reply from Tracy Hough, General Manager at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home

From all the staff, thank you for you very kind comments. We feel privileged to be able to care for your husband and have such lovely visitors to our home.

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Review from Mary V R (Friend of Resident) published on 7 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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It is always a pleasure to visit my friend. The staff are always friendly but most of all they treat the residents with hugs and kisses which always goes down well.

Reply from Sue Carroll, Administrator at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind comments. Our aim at the home is to make families welcome and feel that they have done the right thing in letting us care for their loved ones.

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Review from Kerry T (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 March 2017 Submitted via Website
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Excellent care, Dad is so much happier, well cared for and we as a family feel much more relaxed knowing he is so well cared for. All the staff have treated him with such kindness despite some very challenging behaviour on his part. All the staff, especially his key worker and the nursing staff understand fully his needs and are able to handle his challenging behaviour with dignity, kindness and great professionalism. All the family feel that the care he receives has allowed us to get back some normality within our own lives and we would like to thank everybody for the care and attention Dad receives.

Reply from Sue Carroll, Home Administrator at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home

Thank you for your kind comments, our aim at the home is to make sure that the families are happy with the care their loved ones receive and can have peace of mind knowing that they are being taken well care off.

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Review from MS (Son of Resident) published on 1 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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Staff at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home are considerate to my mother who has Vascular Dementia and can be trying at times. Staff seem to cope with her very well, even in her most difficult times and always on hand to assist. Food provided at meal times smells good and appetising and enough for her to eat. We are happy with Mum's care at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home.

Reply from Tracy Hough, General Manager at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home

Thank you for your very kind review.

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Review from PR (Wife of Resident) published on 1 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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This care home gives the best care that I could wish for. They care, love and provide the safest area for him to be in. They never cease to amaze me by how they put themselves out for the residents and families. They involve us in choices of activities and the people who provide for them. ALL staff interact with the residents and relatives with a smile and chat, no matter where or when they meet you. It is a pleasure to go there and peace of mind when I'm away.

Reply from Tracy Hough, General Manager at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home

What a lovely response and thank you very much for your kindness.

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Review from P H (Son of Resident) published on 25 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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All the staff make sure the residents are well cared for. Dovedale Court has a friendly, homely atmosphere and is kept clean and tidy.

Reply from Tracy Hough, General Manager at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home

Very kind response thank you.

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Review from Eileen B (Wife of Resident) published on 8 July 2016 Submitted via Website
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My husband was admitted to a Suite at this home. He had been admitted to hospital a couple of months previously because of his very challenging behavior. I had worked as a healthcare professional for 35 years but I was really disappointed by the level of care the NHS provided in my husband's case - some of the staff seemed to have no understanding of dementia. At the time of his discharge from hospital he was needing 4 or 5 carers when they were delivering personal care. Within weeks of his arrival at this home he was showing much less aggression. The staff had a real understanding of the nature of dementia, and they had an abundance of patience despite caring for residents some of whom had extremely challenging behaviour. My husband eventually had to be moved partly because he was needing more nursing care and partly because I had moved to another part of the country. I would have no hesitation of recommending this care home.

Reply from Sue Carroll, Home Administrator at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home

Thank you very much for your lovely comments, our aim here at Dovedale Court is to look after the clients families as well as the clients and make them feel that they have done the right thing in placing their loved ones with us.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 13 December 2023
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  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Meet the Team (10)

George Appleton-Carroll
George Appleton-CarrollJob Title:General ManagerJoined: 2021

Hi, my name is George, and I am the General Manager here at Dovedale.

I have worked in the care sector for many years, and started my career as a cleaner. Over the years, I have completed numerous training courses and have had varied roles, constantly striving for an excellent standard of care for the residents I support.

I am passionate about ensuring that the residents here at Dovedale Court receive the highest standard of care whilst providing a safe and enjoyable atmosphere in their home away from home. I am also one of the home's LGBT champions, and offer sign post advice for those seeking it.

Prisca Chungu
Prisca ChunguJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 2023

I have been a registered nurse for over 15 years. I started my career in Zambia before moving to the UK, where I previously worked as an ICU nurse.

After moving to the UK, I have worked in care homes where I have gained valuable knowledge and experience, especially for those who live with dementia. I enjoy making a difference to those we care for, bringing a smile to our residents' faces.

Susan Carroll
Susan CarrollJob Title:Home AdministratorJoined: 2011

Sue has worked as Dovedale Home Administrator since 2011. Sue has worked under a couple of managers, but now works under Diane Langford. Sue ensures that all the financial departments of the home are running correctly, while sorting through residents' files and the appointment of Staff.

Janet Barnes
Janet BarnesJob Title:Registered NurseJoined: 2023

I have worked in the industry for an extensive period of time. I have gained a raft of knowledge throughout my years working in care and have undertaken a number of jobs and positions.

I joined Barchester in 2023 and really enjoy being part of the team. Ensuring the team and I push for the best for our residents at all times.

Adrece Richards
Adrece RichardsJob Title:NurseJoined: 2021

I have been qualified as a nurse for coming up to 10 years, starting my career in the NHS.

I first started supporting Dovedale a number of years ago and made the decision to join the team permanently in 2022. I enjoy my job and work collaboratively with the team to provide the best care we possibly can for our residents.

Maryanne Howard
Maryanne HowardJob Title:Head ChefJoined: 2024

My name is Maryanne Howard, and I am the Head Chef here at Dovedale Court. I joined the team in 2024. I was born and bred in Preston and chose to join the care industry as I wanted to do a job that would be both rewarding and meaningful, knowing I have made a difference to a resident's day.

This can be from having a chat to making their childhood favourite pudding that makes them smile, and can make a difference to them, which gives me a sense of accomplishment. Outside of work, I enjoy rowing through the summer months and a good board game marathon during the winter.

Nicola Page
Nicola PageJob Title:Senior Care AssistantJoined: 2022

I have worked in care since I was 18, which I started in Cumbria, where I was born.

I moved to Preston in 2021 when I was given the opportunity to join the team at Dovedale Court. I thoroughly enjoy working as part of the team here at Dovedale. We are one big family.

The Tesseyman Suite
The Tesseyman SuiteJob Title:Care and Nursing StaffJoined: 2012

At Dovedale, the Tesseyman Suite is complete with a number of Trained Nurses and Trained Support workers, who all Complete Mandatory Training in relation to the job they will be doing.

Memory Lane Community
Memory Lane CommunityJob Title:Seniors and Care StaffJoined: 2004

THe Memory Lane Community at Dovedale court has Senior Carers and Carers who work 24/7 for the residents on the Community, all fully trained to the high standards that Barchester Healthcare Expect

Claire Carroll
Claire CarrollJob Title:Senior Care AssistantJoined: 2023

I joined Barchester in 2023 as a care assistant and, since joining, I have been given the opportunity to become a Senior Care Assistant in the home.

I have had previous experience in the care industry after working in home care for a period of time. I enjoy my role and try every day to put a smile on our residents' faces.

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