What types of Care is The Firs Residential Home registered for?

Older Person Care & Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Firs Residential Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Firs Residential Home to the centre of Barnsley?

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

The Firs Residential Home, 186C Dodworth Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire S70 6PD

Review from Lynn O (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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The care home has taken mum in at short notice. They have given her excellent care and support when she needed it, they have cared for her with dignity and love and kept her safe and we as a family couldn't expect anything else and want to thank all the team involved in her care.

Reply from Jane Bennett, Manager at The Firs Residential Home

Thank you for your kind comments. I will pass them on to all the staff. All the staff strive to ensure all service users are happy and well cared for.This feedback is reassuring that quality care is…read more

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Review from S W (Son of Resident) published on 15 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Mum has looked so well and happy whilst staying at the care home. The staff are caring and sympathetic, the food is good. There could be more outside activities.

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Review from D M (Son of Resident) published on 15 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Staff and management very approachable, helpful + friendly. Dad appears settled + happy and also seems to have a good relationship with his carers.

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Review from Steve O (Son of Resident) published on 29 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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My dad recently passed away, prior to that he was a full-time resident. The care he received was exemplary. The staff in The Firs did all they could for him and nothing was too much trouble. The Firs have a relaxed way of doing things and the residents are very happy there.

Reply from Jane Bennett, Manager at The Firs Residential Home

Thank you for your kind review, the staff pride themselves on the care and support they give to the residents and families. It was a pleasure to care for your father. I will pass on your comments to…read more

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Review from L R (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Very impressed with the in-house activities. Access to social media is great for those of us who live a distance. The care shown to mum is great and everyone seems to keep a careful eye on her well done.

Reply from Jane Bennett, Manager at The Firs Residential Home

Thank you for your kind review, its really important to the staff and one of our main priorities to keep the residents socially active and stimulated.
I will pass on your kind comments to the staff.

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Review from Scott O (Son of Resident) published on 25 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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My father is very lucky and has a placement for end-of-life care at The Firs. The staff, carers, and everyone involved are absolutely outstanding. They are all 110% dedicated to their jobs even on the most demanding of days. The way that the staff work and bounce off each other during testing times

is a sight to be believed. In 5 months of them looking after my father we, as a family, have never had any problem with the unlimited care given to Dad. They deserve medals, working as hard as they do, still managing to smile and laugh even on the most trying of days. Believe me, I've stood back and watched them all and they really are a team. We can relax knowing that even though Dad is on end-of-life care, he will be looked after regardless of how much or little he is in need. Teams of people like this don't happen very often, but the staff at The Firs, the love, the care, and the attention to detail is absolutely outstanding. Well done all involved and thank you all for caring for our hero.

Reply from Jane Bennett, Manager at The Firs Residential Home

Thank you for you kind review, the staff pride themselves on the care they give and as a manager I am very proud of my team. I will pass on your comments to the staff.

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Review from Rayna F (Friend of Resident) published on 19 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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I visited my friend on the bank holiday Monday at approximately 2.30 pm. It was lovely, there was a sing-along in the lounge, the singer had some music and the staff were dancing and singing with some residents who could. My friend gave her son (my partner) the biggest smile. She has dementia and we

know she's happy at The Firs. Staff are so kind, patient and helpful. As a family, we feel so assured. Thank you so much, The Firs.

Reply from Jane Bennett, Care Home Manager at The Firs Residential Home

Thank you for your kind review.
The residents always enjoy entertainment and keeping their minds and bodies active is always a priority.
It's always reassuring for the staff to know the people they…read more

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Review from Jenny G (Wife of Resident) published on 22 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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My husband was admitted to The Firs for end-of-life care. The care he received was excellent - I couldn't fault it. They were kind and spoke to him with compassion. They were also extremely kind to me during a very difficult time. It was good that I could take our dog and he was aware of how ill my

husband was - she even said goodbye in her way. The home was clean and didn't smell, but it was slightly shabby. Fresh flowers would help.

Reply from Azar Younis, Care Home Manager at The Firs Residential Home

Thank you very much for your kind review, it was a pleasure to care for your husband and yourself at this difficult time.

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Review from Tommy B (Brother of Resident) published on 19 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report

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You could not ask more from delightful, kind and caring staff, and that’s from the cleaners, handymen, carers and the manager. Food isn’t 5-star but it’s simple and balanced with good portions. I would have liked some sort of check sheet when my brother became a permanent resident, from his doctors,

payments, food, redirection of his post, attendance allowance and what was required from us. However, when asked and issues like this arise, they are dealt with promptly. As with most care home fees, it’s a lot of money, but I am delighted that my brother is safe and cared for. He has drastically improved in his mental health and is happy and smiling.

Reply from Jane Bennett, Care Home Manager at The Firs Residential Home

Thank you for your review, the home has now implemented an admission information pack which will help other families when assisting moving a relative in to the care home. I will pass on your kind…read more

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Review from P R (Niece of Resident) published on 11 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Our auntie was admitted during the pandemic which was a very testing time for families and staff alike. the staff put things in place to allow us to see our auntie and we were very obliging on the telephone. The management and staff seem to really care about the residents, giving them lots of individual

attention. Our aunt has had to move now and we were very upset, we would have loved her to remain at The Firs. I have nothing but praise for the care and attention they gave our auntie. We will miss them all.

Reply from Jane Bennett, Care Home Manager at The Firs Residential Home

Thank you for your kind words, it was a pleasure to care for your Auntie, who is missed by everyone here.

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Review from Lisa C (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report

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My mother was an emergency admission in Dec 2021, suffering from Alzheimer’s. She then became permanent. She is settled and very content, the care is excellent, staff are attentive to the residents' needs. They are amazing and work very hard. The home is spotless and the facilities seem well monitored.

On visits, the meals observed look very appetising. The management team are very professional and communicate regularly with families. The weekly doctor's round is reassuring of prompt medical attention and reviews. As a family, we feel that my mother is safe and looked after and this brings a great deal of comfort to us. I can't thank them enough for the care and dedication I see, especially when care is an undervalued profession.

Reply from Azar Younis, Care Home Manager at The Firs Residential Home

Thank you for your comments, it is always appreciated. I will pass your comments on to the staff team.

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Review from E B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 18 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report

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My grandmother was taken into the home after being unable to live on her own, due to dementia. She has always been proud and independent and the staff try to help her stay as independent as she can. She is well looked after and always says she enjoys her meals and the activities they do throughout the

day. She has adapted so well and I can’t thank the home enough for everything they have done for her and for me also, as I have never had expertise with a care home and they have helped me greatly in being able to visit my grandmother and also make me feel very welcome. Fantastic home and fantastic staff. Thank you.

Reply from Azar Younis, Care Home Manager at The Firs Residential Home

Thank you for your kind feedback I have passed your comments on to the staff.

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Review from J W (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 16 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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The Firs is probably very much the same as all others in our area. It is understaffed compared to the needs of the residents - not as per legal requirements. The manager and staff obviously do not communicate, as knowledge across the spectrum of all levels of staff varies. The actual carers do their

best. The management are not communicative or respectful of relatives' wishes and this often acts against the best interests of the service user. Not good communication with doctors or other NHS services either.

Reply from Jane Bennett, Care Home Manager at The Firs Residential Home

I am sorry you felt the home did not communicate effectively at the time of your relative's stay between 2020 and 2021 as the home staff and visiting professionals spoke to you on a regular basis as…read more

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Review from Linda T (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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My mum has been at The Firs for about 4-months now. She has taken a while to settle; the staff have been marvellous with her, so patient. The home is not super posh like some of the homes, but the care is second to none. I feel as though I have made new friends; they make you feel so welcome. They definitely

go the extra mile.

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Review from C G (Son of Resident) published on 3 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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The care at the home is good. The outdoor space for residents to use is not fit for purpose. It could be so much better. The area is not secure and the floor surfaces are uneven. At the time of the review, there was no outdoor furniture for residents to use, seats, benches etc. The administration of

the care home is very poor. No receipts are issued for residents ancillary spending. The rooms are very basic.

Reply from Jane Bennett, Home Manager at The Firs Residential Home

Thank you for your feedback. The Company was disappointed with your review as you have not visited the home for over two years to see the refurbishments that have taken place. We hope that your recent…read more

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Review from Jackie B (Niece of Resident) published on 30 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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We have only been allowed in in the last few weeks due to COVID but it all seems very nice and my Auntie seems very settled. The staff I have met are lovely.

Reply from Jane Bennett, Home Manager at The Firs Residential Home

Thank you for taking the time to complete and return your review and for your kind comments. All comments and feedback are greatly appreciated.