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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...
Care Provided by Dearne Valley Care Centre
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 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
- 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
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Dearne Valley Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Dearne Valley Care Centre 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
- St Philips Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Elsa Booysen(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- 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 (72)
Dearne Valley Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.343) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Dearne Valley Care Centre has 72 reviews.
The staff at Dearne Valley Care Centre have shown an outstanding level of care and understanding towards me since my arrival at the home. They have helped me to settle into a lovely room, providing an exceptional level of kindness. The kitchen provides beautiful home-cooked meals each day using a variety of fresh produce meals, meals are well presented and of excellent quality. The staff's knowledge, kindness, compassion and understanding of each service user are second to none.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience at Dearne Valley, I will ensure your feedback is shared with the team.
Mum is really settled and feels well looked after and safe. All the staff are really caring and nothing is too much if I need anything. The care home is always spotless as are the rooms. I feel extremely happy that my mum is well looked after and cared for. I would really recommend Dearne Valley Care Centre.
Although I cannot review all the carers working in the home, there was one particular carer who was very abrupt with me and mum with a could not care less attitude. If this is an example of the standards of the caring then I was not impressed. Suffice to say mum will not be staying here ever again! Mum also relayed to me verbal abuse towards her. Disgraceful.
Thank you for taking the time to review your Mums stay. I am sorry to hear that you had a concern with one member of staff. I would appreciate it if you could make contact with Head Office and provide further details in order that we can address this situation, as I am unable to find any...
The staff at the home made this a special day by providing a lovely seating area for a small group of us to attend and celebrate together. In addition, a selection of sandwiches was provided and a lovely cake including plates, cups and knives.
Whilst Mum will quickly forget the day all those attending will not and are very grateful for everything that was done on the day and in preparation.
This is an excellent example of how the management and staff treat the residents and take pride in providing the best care possible.
Many thanks.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback regarding the care at Dearne Valley Care Centre. It is lovely to hear your mum and family had a lovely experience. I will ensure the team receive your feedback.
I am very pleased with the care my mother received whilst a resident at Dearne Valley Care Centre. I believe this extended her life beyond what we were expecting. The staff are always kind and courteous and treat Mum with respect. Mum enjoyed the craft activities she was involved in and loved it when animals were brought in to meet the residents. The care provided by the staff was excellent which put my mind at ease knowing that Mum was in a safe place and being looked after well. Thank you.
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I have no complaints about Dearne Valley Care Centre, they looked after my mother very, very well. All the staff are friendly and helpful. They provide lots of entertainment and activities. They are very caring about the residents, day and night.
Thank you for taking the time to provide such a positive review regarding Dearne Valley. I will ensure the team receive your feedback.
I find them to be totally professional in all aspects of care.
Thank you for your feedback within your review. I will ensure the team at Dearne Valley receive your feedback.
During my grandfather's last few days the staff showed nothing but kindness and compassion to not only my grandfather but also us as a family. We could not have asked for any more from them.
I would highly recommend this care home.
Thank you very much for your lovely feedback regarding the team at Dearne Valley. It is great to hear that the staff have supported you as well as your loved one, with compassion and empathy during this time. I will ensure your feedback reaches the team.
My father-in-law was looked after in this care home for four and a half years. His care was exemplary, especially as he was not always an easy chap to look after. He was looked after with care, kindness and patience. My husband and I cannot thank the staff enough for their support during his time there and in the last few days of his life. Thank you.
Thank you so much for sharing your positive feedback regarding your experience with the team at Dearne Valley. I will ensure that feedback reaches the team to share your thoughts.
Not always informed about medical problems.
Thank you for your feedback regarding the service at Dearne Valley. At present we are currently recruiting for the post of Activities Co-Ordinator and hopefully, this post will be filled soon. I have discussed updates and communication with the acting Home Manager who will contact you to discuss further.
From the first conversation and first visit, I felt comfortable and reassured that Dearne Valley Care Centre was the right care home. The home is clean, spacious and well equipped and has a very calming feel about it. All the staff have shown kindness and compassion during a very difficult time and are all very friendly and approachable. My mum has settled very well and enjoys the food and surroundings, even though it was a difficult decision to make, I feel reassured that she is well cared for 24/7.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a wonderful review of our service at Dearne Valley Care Centre. It is wonderful to hear your Mum has settled in well. I will ensure the team at Dearne Valley receive your positive feedback.
My friend was admitted as she had cancer throughout her body and was in great pain. The staff we dealt with, mainly the senior carers, were absolutely fantastic. Actually, I should say every single staff member was excellent. The care, attention and professionalism were excellent. She could not have asked for anything more. Nothing was too much trouble for them. I am very grateful to them.
Many thanks for the lovely review and feedback regarding your experience at Dearne Valley Care Centre. Feedback will be shared with the team.
I have worked 35 years managing care homes and as an inspector for CSCI until retiring. All I can say is I wish I had my mum in this home a long time ago. The care provided is first-class, staff at all levels are professional, respectful and caring. I have a lot to compare it to and this home is at the top of my list of the best. I thank all the staff for the wonderful care given to my mum, she has been so happy since moving in there.
Many thanks for the lovely review about the team at Dearne Valley. It is warming to know that your mum, you and your family are happy with the service provided and more importantly your mum is happy and content in her new home.
Unfortunately, my mother passed away in October 2020; her last 20 months were spent at Dearne Valley. I would just like to take this opportunity to say a massive thank you. The care of my mum was exemplary, especially the team upstairs caring for residents with dementia. The love and care given in mum's final days was brilliant and very touching. I can't thank the home enough for how they looked after her for this final phase of her life. The care staff are simply magnificent.
Thank you for your lovely review and deeply sorry for your loss. I know the Manager and Team Dearne will take comfort from knowing that your loss was eased, albeit in a small way, by their love, care and attention shown to your Mother in her final journey.
My mother could not have been in better hands. Nothing was too much trouble. Her care was first-class in every respect. No praise is worthy enough to celebrate the staff at Dearne Valley Care home. They were all magnificent in every respect. Thank you for everything that you did for my mother.
The home is well decorated and clean to all standard. Always a good meal.
Thank you for caring for my mum-in-law. She's settled and looked after.
Very clean and welcoming. My mother has thrived since coming into the home. She gets on with all the residents and it was definitely the best decision we made.
My grandma has a better way of life now and she's 100% happier.
Thank you.
Friendly staff and management, they look after my dad very well.
I had previous connections to this nursing home as my father was looked after here and because his care was at such a high standard and my relationship with the staff was excellent I obviously chose it for my mother when she needed 24-hour care. On arrival, she was in a terrible state after having a hip replacement and operation for a bleed on the brain. She came from the hospital not mobile and had lost a lot of weight. After being here for a short while she is now mobile and has put on weight. It's the best she has been thanks to the nursing home.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 02 April 2026Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 01 Feb 2017Recipient: St Philips Care Group
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

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