Dearne Valley Care Centre

Furlong Road, Goldthorpe, Rotherham S63 9PY
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Dearne Valley Care Centre, based close to the former South Yorkshire mining communities of Bolton upon Dearne and Goldthorpe, is a purpose-built care centre.

Here at Dearne Valley, 34 beds are offered over two floors catering for residential and dementia care. It offers a warm and welcoming environment.
It has a dedicated team of staff with a wealth of experience within this sector.

All strive for high-quality person-centred care adding value to enhance the wellbeing of all of residents in a friendly and homely setting.

All the catering is locally sourced and freshly home cooked, with a varied menu, catering for all dietary requirements.The team of catering staff put together a daily menu for services users that considers their personal tastes, religious beliefs, conditions and any specific dietary requirements. All meals are healthy, well balanced and enjoyable.

There is an activities coordinator within the home, who welcomes the local community. Care and activity plans are based around the individual, supporting and encouraging service users to be fulfilled.

It has its own bar which has been designed and named by residents and extended families. The residents and team welcome you all to BAR35.

Staff offer support for bariatric clients within the home. Respite, palliative care and day care are available.

The CQC report in April 2017 grades the home "Good" in all five areas.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • 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 34 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1055 – £1055
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1078 – £1078
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1055 – £1055
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1078 – £1078

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Dearne Valley Care Centre 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

  • Elsa Booysen (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2003
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (32)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (32)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (1)

Dearne Valley Care Centre Reviews (69)

9.5

Dearne Valley Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.502) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Dearne Valley Care Centre has 69 reviews.

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Review from C H (Brother of Resident) published on 19 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From my experience it is a very well run care centre.The staff are excellent, the food is very good from what I ate at the Xmas Party. All in all my sister in law is very well looked after.
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Review from Neil W (Brother of Resident) published on 13 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are always very helpful, and will always answer any questions almost immediately. If you have any concerns the managers door is always open. You are always kept fully informed should your relative require any medical treatment. Everybody seems happy in the home, and there are always activities
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Review from A S (Sister of Resident) published on 1 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My sister has now been in the care of Dearne Valley for over 3 years. While the care she receives is still good, I do not think its as good as it was when she first went in. Due to the fact that we live more than an hour's drive away and (own own illness) we are not able to visit as often as we would
like. In all the times we have visited, only twice have we seen any sign of 'activities'. While I appreciate my sister would loath to join in, perhaps others might.
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Review from A T (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff and management go above and beyond in every way. They are a credit to the industry.
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Review from E B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Of the times I have visited my nanna I can see that she is treated with the utmost care and respect. Nothing is too much trouble. Her room is specious, comfortable and clean. The food is always plentiful with great choice and looks and smells delicious.
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Review from Gillian A (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My parents moved into the home (Dearne Valley Care Centre ) in October.
My father passed away in December. I was so impressed with the high quality care he received prior to his passing. The staffs support and understanding was crucial during this time. My mother is settling well and I am so relieved
she is safe and very well looked after now.
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Review from Kim H (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Placed my mother her for respite, she had one-week respite care. She was very well cared for, with clean spacious rooms and environment. Excellent care. Food was very good. Would not hesitate to recommend it.
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Review from Mandy H (Niece of Resident) published on 18 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very impressed with the care Aunty Linda is receiving and the care home itself. The staff are very friendly.
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Review from L S (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mam has been at this care home since the beginning of the year. During that time mam has been treated with the utmost care and respect. All the carers care for mam as we would care for mam. Nothing is too much trouble. The home is clean and comfortable with all facilities possible to ensure interaction
with all the guests. Well done to all.
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Review from J S (Son of Resident) published on 1 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad initially went to Dearne Valley for respite but then became a permanent resident. He had a good relationship with staff and any concerns we had were dealt with straight away. His room was very comfortable and kept clean. Throughout his stay, he became more frail and needed more care which was
always there for him. The care and support my dad received in the last few days of his life was excellent and the comfort we got from them showed a great example of the commitment that the staff have. We would definitely recommend Dearne Valley to other families.
Reply from Robin Bennett, Regional Manager at Dearne Valley Care Centre

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review regarding Dearne Valley. I will ensure the team receive your feedback

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Review from B S (Nephew of Resident) published on 1 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very happy with this home. The person I see seems very happy and looks a lot more healthy and they like being in the home. A very good care home and staff very nice, helpful and friendly.
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Review from Luke H (Son of Resident) published on 24 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
Well, where do I start? Unexplained bruising appears all over my mum's arm that is very evident from the photos that it is a hand mark. The 2-day delay in being told about this bruise and then the staff couldn't tell me how this happened. There was also a delay in reporting the bruise to the safeguarding
team at the Council. The manager could not "substantiate" where the bruise came from, but lessons will be "learnt" from this. All I can say after this incident was that mum never went into her bedroom again as this scared her and you could see the fear on her face. Thankfully I got her out of there before it got any worse. Simply not good enough at all! If you are considering this home for a loved one I would seriously stay clear. This place doesn't deserve to be called a care home at all. There were no activities at all going off, my mum and other residents were just left sat in between dinner and food times to music or the TV playing out on a loop. Disgusting level of care!
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Review from B H (Son of Resident) published on 21 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum is 92 and has advanced dementia. A birthday card was given by the staff and truly made the day a bit more special for mum. She was treated with respect and dignity at all times. I was informed of any problems that arose (skin tears) from her behaviour. There are large pictures on the wall of
old-time film stars which give comfort and help to jog mum's memories. The staff were excellent. Hygiene and personal care was excellent. They even managed to shave mum's whiskers and cut her hair. Not an easy task given her uncooperative condition. Mum was in for 18 nights of respite and emerged if anything, better than when she went in.
Reply from Robin Bennett, Regional Manager at Dearne Valley Care Centre

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Review from D C (Son of Resident) published on 19 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are very caring and show respect towards mum caring for her dignity. They inform us of all actions and promptly act for mum's needs. They are cheerful and helpful and always willing to help,
Reply from Robin Bennett, Regional Manager at Dearne Valley Care Centre

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Review from R R (Son of Resident) published on 1 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care provided to my mother was very good all the staff were kind and compassionate and provided individualized care in, at times, very challenging situations. The care at end of life was excellent and the staff were kind and supportive to my mother and all the family. We would recommend the care
home to other families.
Reply from Robin Bennett, Regional Manager at Dearne Valley Care Centre

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Review from Mark J (Nephew of Resident) published on 6 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My uncle was here for 2 years and he really enjoyed this phase of his life, in no part thanks to the staff who were so lovely to him. The home was clean and well maintained and he was really well looked after. Thank you.
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Review from N W (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are professional, helpful and friendly. Very clean and secure. My dad was well looked after during his stay.
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Review from D F (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Friendly caring down to earth staff.
Good home-cooked meals.
Space for wheelchair users.
Friendly and approachable - admin, staff and manager
A good overall real experience for my father for the last 2 years.
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Review from T W (Son of Resident) published on 17 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mam loves it for her respite.
Reply from Robin Bennett, Regional Manager at Dearne Valley Care Centre

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Review from V C (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care home. My mother was looked after really well. The staff are very good and polite. the meals looked very good. Thank you for looking after my mam.
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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.502)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.502) out of 10 for Dearne Valley Care Centre 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 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 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 4.502 for Dearne Valley Care Centre is calculated as follows: ( (186 Excellents x 5) + (58 Goods x 4) + (14 Satisfactorys x 3) + (3 Poors x 2) + (10 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 271 Ratings = 4.502
  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 Dearne Valley Care Centre is based on 22 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 34 registered maximum number of service users is 6.8, which has been reached with 22 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: 25 Oct 2019

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (1)

Elsa

Elsa Booysen

Job Title: Home Manager

Elsa is our brilliant home manager at Dearne Valley. She is very experienced and passionate about delivering first-class care to all our residents.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dearne Valley Care Centre

What types of Care is Dearne Valley Care Centre registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, 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 Dearne Valley Care Centre have?

There are 32 Single Rooms and 1 Couple/Companion Room.

What are the Facilities & Services at Dearne Valley Care Centre?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Dearne Valley Care Centre to the centre of Rotherham?

6.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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