Thornhill House

Church Street, Darfield, Barnsley S73 9LG
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Thornhill House Care Home - Where everyone has a life worth celebrating – A Veteran Friendly care home

Thornhill House Care Home in Darfield, Barnsley is part of the multi-award-winning Strong Life Care family and is widely recognised within the local community for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and high standards of care. Life at Thornhill House is built around the belief that everyone has a life worth celebrating.

The home provides residential care, dementia care, palliative care and respite care, delivered by a dedicated and compassionate team. Care is person-centred, taking account of each individual’s background, life experiences, preferences and wishes, and is delivered with dignity and respect.

A Veteran Friendly care home

Thornhill House is proud to be a Veteran Friendly care home, recognising the service, experiences and contribution of those who have served in the Armed Forces. The home aims to offer an environment where veterans feel acknowledged, understood and supported.

This Veteran Friendly approach extends to:

1.Veterans living at Thornhill House

2.Family members of veterans

3.Staff with Armed Forces connections

4.Visitors from the wider veteran community

Support is offered in a respectful and sensitive way, always recognising personal choice, privacy and dignity.

Inclusive, meaningful living

Thornhill House has a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes residents from all cultures, faiths and backgrounds. Support is tailored to individual needs, abilities and preferences.

Life at the home is active and social, with a wide range of meaningful activities, freshly prepared home-cooked meals and comfortable surroundings that encourage independence, friendships and a strong sense of belonging. Families can feel reassured that their loved ones are supported in a home known for professionalism, kindness and award-winning care.
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Care Provided by Thornhill House

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 40 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • Day Care

Facilities

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

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £880 – £950
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £930 – £950

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Thornhill House to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Thornhill 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)

Contact Thornhill House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Christian Mason (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2014

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (40)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)

Thornhill House Reviews (209)

9.9

Thornhill House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.900) out of 10, based on 47 reviews in the last 2 years.
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Review from Wayne B (Grandson of Resident) published on 22 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandmother was in Thornhill House for a short time and was really looked after and cared for by all the staff. The management were very helpful.
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Review from Mary S (Resident) published on 22 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy here and cared for. The staff are lovely and the food is good.
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Review from Maruice D (Resident) published on 16 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing staff, homely atmosphere, great rehabilitation programmed. Thank you all.
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Review from M E (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 10 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Carer, staff were more than helpful with my grandmother. The choice of foods were nourishing and well balanced. There was always help when she needed anything. I would not have any problems recommending the home if I knew someone was coming in for rehab or even permanent care.
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Review from G A (Relative of Resident) published on 3 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thornhill is very welcoming. They have been brilliant in delivering care. Staff are always helpful and friendly,
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Review from A G (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 3 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My grandma was admitted here for rehabilitation after a fall at home. She had physiotherapy and occupational therapy. All the staff were friendly and sociable and my gran was very well looked after. She made lots of new friends and there were tears when she had to leave them and the staff. 10 out of
10 form us!
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Review from Beth E (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care my father receives at Thornhill House is amazing. My dad had a stroke and suffered from reduced mobility. Afterwards when returning home my dad had a better quality of life than before!
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Review from M G (Niece of Resident) published on 1 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunty was on intermediate care and she enjoyed every minute. She got her mobility back and returned home after her operation.
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Review from K G (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Whilst my mother was staying at Thornhill House she was cared for very well. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Never had any problems through her stay and would recommend to friends and family.
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Review from Samantha K (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad was in Thornhill House and he loved his time there. The staff were brilliant and I cannot thank the place.
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Review from Joanne N (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was here on rehab during December, she was extremely well looked after. The manager and her team were amazing.
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Review from Emma (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
While my mother was staying at Thornhill House she was so happy. All the staff and management were ever so helpful and friendly.
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Review from Deborah H (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
During my mothers stay at Thornhill House I was made to feel extremely welcome every time I visited. My mum had been in another home which provided rehab however made no progress. My dear mum was unable to walk due to a fall in August this year however after 3 days at Thornhill House mum was back on
her feet! "They really are miracle workers!" The staff are so kind and very helpful as well as "hard working". The managers are both extremely helpful and very approachable and resolved any concerns relating to mum! The home is very homely with a very pleasant atmosphere. Thank you everyone!
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Review from Mary W (Friend of Resident) published on 12 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was at the home this week visiting my friend. The staff were very friendly and the home was spotless. I was so glad to see happy people in a home. Keep up the work.
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Review from Marie H (Friend of Resident) published on 3 November 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My friend has been in the home for over 2 years and passed away recently I want to thank the Manager and staff for looking after him so well and caring for in last days of his life. The care provided was outstanding. Well done everyone.
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Review from Christopher R (Son of Resident) published on 19 October 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
This home has looked after my mother Gladys, from July 2014 to 9th September 2015, when sadly she passed away at the age of 94.
Although she did not want to leave her own home she was welcomed in to Thornhill House and she quickly settled, eventually understanding and accepting the reasons for her
change in dwelling. This was helped tremendously by the caring and friendly attitude of the Management & Staff, and mother enjoyed her time there.
At all times she was treated with care and dignity, and anything that she wanted, or needed, was dealt with quickly.
Towards the end of her life mother spent a lot of time in bed, but she was still monitored and looked after on a very regular basis, and we could not have asked for any better or more care and love than she received from the staff.
There was an obvious culture of love, care, safety, entertainment, happiness and respect throughout the entire home, no matter what time of day you turned up, expected or otherwise.
The Management went to great lengths to keep us updated with mother's progress with telephone calls, e-mails, photographs and videos. All much appreciated, because living in Southampton we were 220 miles away from mother.


We could not have asked for better care for my mother in the last months of her life.

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Review from H R (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 19 October 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Nannan was a resident here, as she became unable to look after herself in her own home.
I have nothing but gratitude and praise for the staff at Thornhill. She lived her final year here and the staff were amazing.
Take care given here was amazing, and the staff do an amazing job.
We often visited
from a long distance, and they always looked after us and my man.
The final weeks of her life, my Nan was treated with such dignity and respect. I thank Thornhill for the wonderful care that has been given. Thank you - you all do such a great job.
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Review from Mark R (Friend of Resident) published on 17 October 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly clean and welcoming home staff go the extra mile. The singer was fantastic last week when we visited. Thank you for looking after my relative. The food is very good and very clean and very clean.
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Review from Caroline R (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 17 October 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The service and facilities that Thornhill provide is excellent. My grandmother was a resident for approx 18 months until her recent passing. During her stay she was very happy, she was well cared for and for us living far away, we were extremely content that she was in safe hands and being cared for
to a high standard. Sadly we lost my grandmother recently and the care provided in her final days was exceptional. The care and compassion of all the staff was just amazing. They all cared for her and took time out of their own time to visit her.


The management and staff also looked after us, her family, in our times of need. We cannot thank them enough for everything they did.

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Review from Elaine R (Friend of Resident) published on 15 October 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
very nice home, nice staff and friendly.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.900)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.900) out of 10 for Thornhill House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 47 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 46 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 4.900 for Thornhill House is calculated as follows: ( (537 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) + (1 Poors x 2) + (11 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 558 Ratings = 4.9
  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 Thornhill House is based on 46 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 40 registered maximum number of service users is 8, which has been reached with 46 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: 4 Jun 2019

Overall Good

  • Caring Outstanding
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (3)

Michael

Michael Dudley-Smith

Job Title: Operations director Joined: 2015

To support each home and ensure compliance is maintained and the residents get quality care.

Margaret

Margaret Shaw

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2012

My role is to endeavour that all residents have a life worth celebrating and that the home is run smoothly and efficiently

Christian

Christian Mason

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2014

I have my level 5 in management and a wealth of experience in the care home setting. I aim to ensure my residents are provided with a stimulating environment and quality care.

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