Thornhill House

Church Street, Darfield, Barnsley S73 9LG
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  • Thornhill House, Barnsley
Thornhill House practises care provision that makes a long-term difference to the health, lifestyles and well-being of clients, who may have a wide range of complications.

Staff take pride in a sensitive approach, including for loved ones and at times of transition when there is understandable anxiety involved.

All care is personalised and the provider strives to be affordable within impacting on the high standards care workers are trained to achieve.

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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care

Care Types Provided

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

Dementia Care Types

  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

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.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Christian Mason (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2014

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (40)

Thornhill House Reviews (200)

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9.9

Thornhill House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.905) out of 10, based on 53 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Thornhill House has 200 reviews.

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Review from Frances G (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 29 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am so grateful to the staff at Thornhill House for the fantastic care that my beautiful Grandma receives there. It is such a relief for us as a family to know that our Grandma is in the best hands possible, especially since we lost our Grandad who was also looked after by Thornhill House, as she is
clearly so content and happy. The fact that they could be together, when they weren't able to be in their own house anymore is something that was so special to us and it really means the world. You are all superstars and we will always be grateful for everything that you have done for us and our family. Thank you!

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Review from A O (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The home is 5*.
Plenty of activities going on.
Care is 5*.
Food is 5*.
My mother is really happy there.

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Review from Kathryn O (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum moved into Thornhill House when dad died as her stage of dementia meant she couldn’t live alone in their own home. Me and my sisters were very worried about how she would manage the transition but Thornhill House staff were so friendly and thoughtful that Mum soon settled in. The activities and
emotional support of the staff has made it a happy move despite the difficult circumstances and we are very grateful!

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Review from D J (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Why choose this home is the question I am often asked the question. Mum has severe dementia she enjoys singing and dancing, the team organise singers where my mum can dance and sing with the staff, they have a community who are committed to engaging with the residents in the home. Sadly my mum was diagnosed
end of life last July but due to the amazing care staff who nursed her constantly for 3 weeks and intervention from district nursing she’s a little better. Thanks to all staff I really appreciate you looking after my mum.

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Review from Liam H (Friend of Resident) published on 28 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My friend is in the home, the staff are so caring and the entertainment fantastic. I have seen him improve so much, the staff deserve so much praise for the care they do. I have been kept informed so much during covid.

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Review from D W (Grandson of Resident) published on 28 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Nan receives the best care possible here. All the staff are extremely helpful and welcoming and I feel safe and happy knowing that they are looking after her. The activities provided, especially during the Christmas period, really lift her mood!

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Review from Christopher C (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 28 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother-in-law is in Darfield Thornhill House and the home recently held a coffee morning which I was invited to. Having been through the last two years of upset with Covid, it was amazing to be allowed into the home and see my wife’s mum. The welcome and atmosphere was incredible and it was a wonderful
morning to remember. The staff are amazing and are all polite and friendly. My mother-in-law is well looked after and safe and me and my wife can rest knowing that she has such brilliant care.

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Review from Shelley W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 28 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent all round! All members of staff are so friendly and go the extra mile to help the residents. There’s always something going on to keep my nannan and the others entertained, and even through the hard times, they made it possible for us to see our loved ones whilst keeping them safe.

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Review from Sheila R (Sister of Resident) published on 23 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From being met at the door, you are made to feel very welcome. The manager and all staff take time to say hello and speak about my sister. She is treated with dignity and respect and I feel confident she is given the best of care.

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Review from Angela L (Sister of Resident) published on 23 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very nice home. The staff can't do enough for you, sort out any problems and always have something for the residents to do - painting, games and singers. Very caring.

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Review from Siobhan E (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 23 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the staff are amazing and accommodating when visiting. When it comes to professional standards, the staff have taken every precaution to ensure all their residents have been safe, especially during the height of the pandemic up until the present day. All the staff deserve recognition for all the
hard work to ensure all residents are happy in their well-being, whilst staying at Thornhill House.

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Review from P W (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been in Thornhill House for approximately two and a half years and she has been very happy and settled during this time. She always told me that the carers were always friendly and she felt well looked after.

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Review from Charlane S (Friend of Resident) published on 1 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Thornhill House is an excellent care home. Residents are well looked after and seem happy in their surroundings. Upon visiting it's clear to see that the residents are well looked after as the staff are so welcoming, friendly and show professionalism at all times.

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Review from A D (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 1 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are always lovely and helpful. They always go above and beyond to care for my grandma. Always accommodating to visits and even allow FaceTime calls when unable to visit. Staff make you feel extremely welcome.

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Review from D T (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 1 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandma was in Thornhill House for a short time for end of life care, the care she received was excellent and I was also looked after during the awful time I was going through they couldn't do enough for us.

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Review from Carol S (Regular Volunteer) published on 1 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been a friend of Thornhill for about 14-years now, and I have seen the home improvement in leaps and bounds. The management and staff are absolutely wonderful, and nothing is too much trouble for them. The love and attention that they give to all the residents are outstanding. The cleanliness
is really high standard. I would not hesitate to recommend the home to anyone.

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Review from H D (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care at Thornhill House is second to none! Staff are so kind and really do put their all into their work. Activities are excellent and varied (many more than other care homes provide). Meals are very good of various ingredients, good choice, many desserts are home-baked. In all, I do not know how
we would have coped without the staff at Thornhill House.

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Review from J T (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Thornhill House is an extended family to residents and relatives of residents. Caring, friendly and fun environment for residents. Highly recommend to anyone who is unable to care for their loved ones at home and want peace of mind they are looked after by carers who are their friends.

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Review from Neil H (Son of Resident) published on 26 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

There is so much activity going on for residents to get involved in. The carers have got so much patience and nothing is ever too much for them. Whenever there's something that needs changing, management deal with it immediately. It’s just a nice place to be around.

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Review from Pam H (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We moved my mum here from another care home that was actually like a five-star hotel - but there was no heart and soul there. Thornhill House has lots of heart and soul. The staff are all down-to-earth and genuine. My mum gets taken out regularly and this is what she loves. Thank you, Thornhill!

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.905)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.905) out of 10 for Thornhill House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 53 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 52 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.905 for Thornhill House is calculated as follows: ( (606 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) + (11 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 629 Ratings = 4.905

  • b) 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 52 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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

    • ii) 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 52 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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

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Good

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    Outstanding

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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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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