Care Provided by Bollingbroke House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 30 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate 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
- 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
Please note, our self funding rate does not include additional expenses such as Hairdressing, Chiropody, Clothing and Toiletries.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Bollingbroke House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Bollingbroke House 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
- Lions Meadow Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Laura Johnson (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (26)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
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Bollingbroke House Reviews (34)
9.7
Bollingbroke House has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.697) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bollingbroke House has 34 reviews.
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Review from Julie R (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 April 2026 Submitted via Website•
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My Mum has recently moved to Bollingbroke House and the staff, Manager and Deputy Manager have been exceptional - responding to her needs, helping to settle her in and giving us such a warm welcome. They go above and beyond everyday to make sure the residents are well cared for.
↩Reply from Monika Hills, Deputy Manager at Bollingbroke House
Good morning Julie, Thank you for the lovely feedback.
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Review from W P (Son of Resident) published on 9 March 2026 Submitted via Website•
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The manager (Laura) was very warm and welcoming on arrival. She ensured that all previous requests were attended too and showed excellent attention to detail. Her interaction with staff and residents across the visit was professional and to a high standard.
The staff were friendly and helpful and from watching them interact with residents it was clear they cared about the people they were caring for.
The staff were friendly and helpful and from watching them interact with residents it was clear they cared about the people they were caring for.
You could sense a team approach towards the running of the home and the staff happily worked with each other to carry out their duties.
↩Reply from Monika Hills, Deputy Manager at Bollingbroke House
Hello,Thank you very much for such a lovely review.
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Review from D B (Friend of Resident) published on 3 February 2026 Submitted via Website•
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I visited Bolingbroke house today and was made to feel very welcome, the home has a very homely feel to it and I could hear lots of laughter coming from the lounge it was lovely to hear, knowing the people living in this beautiful home are happy and well looked after. 100% would recommend to my friends for their family members
↩Reply from Monika Hills, Deputy Manager at Bollingbroke House
Good morning,Thank you for your lovely feedback. This is much appreciated.
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Review from J B (Friend of Resident) published on 29 January 2026 Submitted via Website•
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I came to visit my friend that lives at Bollingbroke House. Staff were so friendly. Was introduced to the new management Laura soon to be registered manager and new deputy manager Monika. Both very welcoming.
The home looks very homely. Highly recommend this beautiful home
↩Reply from Monika Hills, Deputy Manager at Bollingbroke House
Good afternoon, thank you for your review. We are delighted with your feedback
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Review from K O (Friend of Resident) published on 26 January 2026 Submitted via Website•
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What a beautiful home the staff are lovely and very welcoming and the new managers are a breath of fresh air can't wait to see what's to come in the future for Bolingbroke house and I look forward to my next visit
↩Reply from Monika Hills, Deputy Manager at Bollingbroke House
Good morning,Thank you for the review. The feedback is much appreciated.
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Review from Elaine P (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 May 2025 Submitted via Website•
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My mum has just spent two weeks at Bollingbroke House for respite support and was very anxious before her stay. Within a few hours of leaving her she had settled in; when speaking to her the following day she only had positive things to say.
When speaking to team members there I found them to be helpful, knowledgeable and nothing was too much trouble. The house is very homely, clean, nicely decorated and not too big. All the people living there seemed happy and well cared for. Mum really enjoyed the activities and food and said to me the support workers were kind and caring.
Before this visit mum was extremely worried about her future and moving in to care. The positive visit has helped reduce some of those fears.
Mums comment when asked:
When speaking to team members there I found them to be helpful, knowledgeable and nothing was too much trouble. The house is very homely, clean, nicely decorated and not too big. All the people living there seemed happy and well cared for. Mum really enjoyed the activities and food and said to me the support workers were kind and caring.
Before this visit mum was extremely worried about her future and moving in to care. The positive visit has helped reduce some of those fears.
Mums comment when asked:
Excellent stay...attentive and caring staff. Most of the staff were friendly and good fun. An overall good experience.
↩Reply from Lynsey Walker, Home Manager at Bollingbroke House
thankyou for your lovely review . We are so happy to know your Mum enjoyed her stay with us, and you were reassured when speaking to your her. It was a pleasure to have your Mum in our care, and our door will always be open should she want to stay again. Thankyou
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Review from Sylvia H (Wife of Resident) published on 1 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My husband had a few visits while I had a holiday. He was made permanent May 2024. He seemed to settle straight away. The staff are brilliant, I am kept informed with everything that is happening regarding him. I like how the residents are treated with the utmost respect from all staff.
↩Reply from Lynsey Walker, Home Manager at Bollingbroke House
Thankyou Sylvia for your lovely reassuring review. We are extremely happy to know you are happy to have you loved one in our care, it is our privilege to have him. Thankyou
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Review from Michael John T (Son of Resident) published on 21 February 2025 Submitted via Website•
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Lovely, caring staff, clean rooms throughout, and activities organized which are great fun. Staff get stuck in to clean and tidy up. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff to do. Every service user is well dressed in their own clothes. Meals are good. Mum loves it there. We are made more than welcome when we visit Mum.
↩Reply from Lynsey Walker, Home Manager at Bollingbroke House
Michael thankyou for your lovely review. it is very reassuring to the team when we know our residents and family are happy. we value your ongoing support. we will always strive to do our very best.
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Review from K W (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 January 2025 Submitted via Website•
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My mum is in this care home. All the residents are well looked after. Always dressed smart and well looked after. The staff are absolutely brilliant. Always made to feel welcome and spoken to very respectfully. All the staff I have met are absolutely amazing.
Thank you for looking after my mum.
↩Reply from Lynsey Walker, Home Manager at Bollingbroke House
Thank you for your lovely review, we really do value and appreciate your feedback. It is lovely to know that you are happy with the level of care your mum receives and it is very reassuring to know you and your mum feel respected. Thank you.
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Review from B G (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I think the home is wonderful. The staff are all brilliant. My mum is happy and well cared for.
↩Reply from Lynsey Walker, Home Manager at Bollingbroke House
Thank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate your support. We are happy to know that you are happy with the care we provide for your mum.
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Review from Dianne S (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Knowing that Mum is safe and well cared for is so important to us as a family. The staff have all got to know Mum so well and know how to adapt and attend to her changing needs. We are so thankful to all the staff at Bollingbroke House for the way they look after Mum as a part of their extended family.
↩Reply from Lynsey Walker, Home Manager at Bollingbroke House
Thank you for your lovely review. Thank you for your continued support, we really do appreciate it.
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Review from Susan R (Wife of Resident) published on 2 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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We cannot fault this care home at all. It is spotless and clean, nothing is too much trouble for the staff. Any problems, e.g. medical staff are straight on it with doctors or ambulance which gives you peace of mind.
↩Reply from Lynsey Walker, Home Manager at Bollingbroke House
Thank you for your kind and reassuring review. We are happy to know that you have gotten peace of mind knowing your loved one is cared for and safe. Again, thank you.
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Review from C G (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My mum was in for respite stay, she fully enjoyed her stay and keeps asking to come back. All staff were lovely and treated my mum with dignity and respect. My mum is on a level 4/5 diest and all her dietary needs were lovely and presentable. I would not hesitate to bring my mum back to Bollingbroke House.
↩Reply from Lynsey Walker, Home Manager at Bollingbroke House
Thank you for your kind review. We are so happy to know that you were happy with the care and support your mum received and as always, we look forward to her staying again.
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Review from L M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The Care Home is well run, management is involved with day-to-day activities in the care home. All care staff are friendly and caring towards residents. The home is clean and well maintained, decorated beautifully for special occasions. The food looks like good quality home-cooked meals.
Well done to all the staff, some excellent carers who deliver fantastic care.
↩Reply from Lynsey Walker, Home Manager at Bollingbroke House
Thank you for your lovely review. We value and appreciate your feedback and support. It is so reassuring to us to know you are happy with our service. We pride ourselves in ensuring our service users are loved and cared for to a high level. Again thank you.
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Review from Paul J (Son of Resident) published on 21 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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From the first day we came to Bollingbroke House the management and staff team have been brilliant with my mum and all the family that visit the care home. We know that she is well cared for and safe.
↩Reply from Lynsey Walker, Home Manager at Bollingbroke House
Thank you for your lovely review. We value your continued support, and we are reassured to know you are happy.
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Review from Vanessa H (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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When my mum first arrived at Bollingbroke House she was end of life and bedridden. Over time she received good care and became stronger. Even though she has dementia she's improved physically. I put this down to good care by the staff and the good food that is served daily. I understand she's not always the most cooperative of service users but the patience and dedication of the care staff is amazing. I have peace of mind that my mum is settled here and happy in her own way. Thanks to all.
↩Reply from Julie Phillips, Administrator at Bollingbroke House
Thank you so much for your lovely review, it is so nice and reassuring to know that you are happy. We will always try to do our best for the service users in our care.
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Review from Alison S (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My father has been for respite in 2 previous care homes, but this is third time lucky. Bollingbroke House is far superior, being clean, friendly and having a warm atmosphere. I know I can be at peace knowing my father is well looked after 24/7.
↩Reply from Lynsey Walker, Home Manager at Bollingbroke House
Thank you for your kind and reassuring review. It is so nice to know we are trusted to take care of your loved one, and that you are happy and reassured. Thank you for all your continued support.
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Review from Andrew S (Son of Resident) published on 4 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Since my mum came to Bollingbroke her health and happiness have improved beyond belief, the staff are fantastic, interacting with residents and relatives, always smiling under sometimes challenging situations. They also arrange various outings and activities which my mum loves. I would not hesitate to recommend this home to anyone.
↩Reply from Julie Phillips, Administrator at Bollingbroke House
The management and staff team highly value your feedback, we pride ourselves in having our resident's best interests at heart. We all really appreciate your continued support and your lovely feedback.
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Review from A M (Sister of Resident) published on 4 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The best care home I have ever visited, my brother is so settled in Bollingbroke, the staff are amazing with him, and also with family, they cannot do enough for you, there is always something happening (e.g.) singers, coffee mornings, the Christmas and Halloween parties were fantastic, all staff deserve so much.
↩Reply from Julie Phillips, Administrator at Bollingbroke House
The management and staff team highly value your feedback, we pride ourselves in having our resident's best interests at heart. We all really appreciate your continued support and your lovely feedback.
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Review from G R (Wife of Resident) published on 22 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I would like to say what excellent staff at this care home. Great work done by management that run the care home. Everything is very clean and tidy, it has all been redecorated, which looks very nice. The Christmas decorations were excellent. It is nice to know my husband is in good hands with the care he needs. Thanks to everybody.
↩Reply from Lynsey Walker, Home Manager at Bollingbroke House
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, your continued support really does mean a lot to us all. It is reassuring to know that you are happy and content with the care the service provides.
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Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 14 December 2022Overall
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- Well-ledRequires improvement
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We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bollingbroke House
What types of Care is Bollingbroke House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Bollingbroke House have?
There are 26 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Bollingbroke House?
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 are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Bollingbroke House to the centre of Barnsley?
5.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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