The Parklands Care Home

26 Ellison Street, Thorne, Doncaster DN8 5LD
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8.4 21 Reviews
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The Parklands Care Home is situated in Thorne, near Doncaster. The home is convenient for the M18 motorway, and public transport, shops and amenities are within easy reach.

The property has been sympathetically converted to provide residential and social care. Accommodation is for single occupancy, however, some are large enough for sharing. Most rooms are en-suite.


This tastefully decorated home provides TV lounges and a quiet sitting room in which to relax, most of which overlook the gardens and picturesque park. Meals are taken in the separate dining rooms, where residents can enjoy traditional home cooked cuisine using fresh produce. Daily choices available. Special diets can be catered for.

The home is visited by an experienced hair stylist and a qualified chiropodist. Complementary therapies are also available by arrangement.

A varied programme of activities also takes place in the home.
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Care Provided by The Parklands Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • 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
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Good to Know

Person in Charge

  • Anna-May Smith (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (36)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)

The Parklands Care Home Reviews (21)

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The Parklands Care Home has a Review Score of 8.4 (8.375) out of 10, based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Parklands Care Home has 21 reviews.

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Review from Evelyn L (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum went into Parkland in 2020 there about without them she would have not made it to June 2024 where we celebrated her 100th birthday well cared fot amazing staff and managers good food , days out activities well organised
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Review from S D (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum moved into Parklands approximately 18 months ago as it had been recognised that she needed 'round the clock' care.
Initially, my family and I thought Mum wouldn't settle but due to the care, attention and genuine kindness shown to Mum by all of the staff, Mum settled in quite quickly and she
is now very happy living there.
18 months ago it had been a difficult time, trying to choose the right care home to look after my mum, but eventually, my family and I chose the Parklands and we are so very pleased we did,
It was definitely the right choice.
Lovely care home with fantastic staff, who are caring, kind, approachable and very competent.
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Review from Sally C (Friend of Resident) published on 15 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
This Home is warm and friendly, looking after those who can no longer look after themselves. The staff are caring and loving. The home is comfortable with good activities and offers good food. Your loved one will settle in and be happy here, safe and cared for. You cannot ask for more.
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Review from C H (Stepdaughter of Resident) published on 4 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Parklands have looked after and kept me informed during a very difficult time on the progress and state of my stepfather.
He has continued to do well and is in a much better place than had he stayed at home alone, isolated, losing weight and losing any motivation he had.
Thank you Parklands.
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Review from Amanda C (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
My dad arrived at Parklands care home and loved it, although there weren’t many residents at the time. My dad was a personable person and loved many of the staff, some were wonderful to him, he also had a large family so he had visitors most days. But as dad began to deteriorate and due to a very high
turn over of staff and management, the standard of care began to drop, so much so after a serious fall not reported to the family (8 weeks in hospital). We had no option but to remove dad from this facility because his health, care and dignity was our utmost priority. Sadly I could not recommend this home for anyone’s elderly parent.
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Review from J D (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 19 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My Gran has been at The Parklands for a few months now. It was a family decision for her to move into the home as she couldn't cope at home anymore. She is well cared for by the staff and looks very happy in our video calls.
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Review from Jill J (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
Sadly we found as a family, The Parklands Care Home to be very substandard in the care of our late dad to such a degree that we reluctantly moved him to another care home as our dad's complex medical condition and his personal care was not being taken care of. Some staff was very helpful and others
not so helpful and constantly changing management made it almost impossible to keep an accurate document of our late dad's care. Saying all of this Dad was very happy at the care home but sadly we had no choice but to move him as his condition was deteriorating and we lost confidence in the management team. Our dad's welfare and health was our main priority.
Reply from Mandy Kara, Management Team at The Parklands Care Home
Thank you for your review.
We were very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing and send our condolences to you and your family, he was very well-liked by all at The Parklands. Going forward we wish you…read more
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Review from K W (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care home.
My dad is cared for very well and with dignity.
All the staff are extremely friendly, very approachable and helpful.
All staff are well trained and explain the care well.
The care home is very clean and has a pleasant aroma.
All the residents always look clean and well
cared for.
Plenty of food and drinks are offered to residents and visitors.
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Review from Frances (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mum has dementia. I find the staff very caring and they think a lot about all the residents, in my mind they all give 110% regarding all the residents' needs, but the staff seem to not stay for long. I think the incentives and pay are not enough is a main reason or concern, also I think they may
be short-staffed to cope with all the different needs. At the moment they have no staff to carry out activities/entertainment to motivate the residents which I think is important. All changes and plans need to be ongoing, not just for a few days. All queries are dealt with.
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Review from Shirley G (Friend of Resident) published on 12 March 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two friends who are residents at Parklands in Thorne. Their families are my friends also and I hear nothing but positive comments about the care their relatives are receiving. I have visited a few times now and have always been impressed by the friendly caring atmosphere that you can feel as
you walk through the door. I'm also impressed by the cleanliness. In the reception area, they have all their planned events advertised on the wall. I have visited the home when they had a company there with a sort of petting zoo and I participated in their dog show held recently. Other events include trips out. I am told the food is excellent. I just wish I had realised how special the home is when we were looking for a home for my dad. Keep up the good work Parklands you are the role model to follow!
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Review from Aileen Y (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is the best care home my dad has been in. The carers are brilliant. The home manager is very approachable and hands on.
My dad's care is second to none. Best home out of the 4 he has been in. The food is excellent and rooms are homely and spotless.
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Review from Susan K (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff are very caring approachable and hard working. The home is warm cosy clean and comfortable. The food if good and plenty of choices. The entertainment and activities are excellent too. The maintainence man laundry and cleaning staff are all friendly and helpful. All in all parklands have helped
us in what was a very very difficult decision in placing our mum in there easier. Keep up the good work.
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Review from Mick G (Son of Resident) published on 16 June 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Used the home for respite, he was very well cared for, the staff took time to find out his needs and how he would like to be cared for. Considering at home he doesn't want to do much, within the 2 weeks he went on a trip, won a quiz and made new friends. We were also worried about his weight loss but
put on 4lb as he loved the food and came home with recipes he had got from the cook. I can't fault this home, patient and understanding staff who really care, a wonderful setting and you can really feel genuine warmth and happiness whilst in the home. Dad has booked himself in every month now for short breaks from one night up to 6 the manager supported us throughout.
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Review from P S (Friend of Resident) published on 29 March 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I had a friend in Parklands who I visited, she always seemed happy and the staff were always busy making sure everyone was ok. The home has a lovely feel and it's clear that the staff care about the residents. The home was always clean and well presented.
I asked the manager of I could bring my nan
to Parklands for the afternoon, when I saw the George Formby tribute had been arranged.


She loved it, as did all of the other residents, it was interactive, everyone singing, the staff dancing with the residents (who were able)

Arranging things like this is important for the elderly as it brings fun and enjoyment to their day. Different people to talk to etc.


My nan commented on how lovely the home was and how good the staff were. She had a lovely day.

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Review from Barbara B (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I am satisfied with the care my mother receives at this home. The staff without exception are excellent and show great respect and love to mother. She enjoys the food generally, her bath/shower is loved by her and the cleanliness of the home is good. Obviously there are sometimes issues which i need
to sort out i.e. bed making, sloppy- mother not dressed correctly. However this does not happen regularly. The manager is excellent and deals with any problems immediately. Nothing in life is perfect but this home is a happy place in which mother feels safe and content.
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Review from Paula S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 7 March 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My grandma was in Parklands until she sadly passed away. She soon settled in, her room was very cosy. Lovely views over the park, the residents used to enjoy feeding the birds and the squirrels used to come to the bird table on a daily basis. the staff where all good at there jobs . They always keep
them occupied with dominoes, bingo, cards and other activities which my grandma loved, she especially enjoyed the day trips she went on, and the pub lunches they went on. My grandma loved it when they used to have singers come in, was lovely to see all the residents joining in. One member off staff was excellent, so caring and dedicated to her job, she meant the world to my grandma. The home was very clean, lovely staff and residents, would defiantly recommend
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Review from Lisa T (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 7 March 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandma settled in very well into Parklands which was a great relief to us as a family. All the staff are very kind and caring and clearly love the job they do. They did a fantastic job of looking after my grandma and made the family feel very welcome every time we visited,we went daily. The entertainment
for the residents is second to none. Something was happening daily i.e. bingo, dominoes, crafts, and many day trips are organised too. I would like to thank all staff for their love and care and would highly recommend Parklands to others. Putting your loved ones into a home is one of the most difficult decisions you'll ever make but all staff were so supportive initially and throughout her stay. Thank you.
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Review from J G (Son of Resident) published on 30 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum only here for a few months but all the staff were excellent and caring. Mum was not keen on going into a care home but was welcomed and soon settled in.
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Review from Stanley H (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 7 October 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother in law as been in this home for eighteen months and as been very well looked after and all here needs have been met. I would like to thank all staff and management for all their care day and night keep up the good work.
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Review from Vivien W (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 September 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Putting my mother in Parklands has probably saved her life. She in ill health and is suffering from dementia. Her quality of life is much improved, she is happier. The staff are all caring, kind and understanding, which is hard as my mum is difficult at times. Right from the manager to the cleaners
we now know them almost as a member of our family. We have already recommended Parklands to friends.
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Current Review Score: 8.4 (8.375)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.4 (8.375) out of 10 for The Parklands Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 2 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.4 out of 5 from 2 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 5.000 for The Parklands Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (24 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 24 Ratings = 5
  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 3.375 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Parklands Care Home is based on 2 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 = 3.125
    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. 2 Positive Reviews ÷ 8 = 0.25
  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: 19 May 2023

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Requires improvement
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Parklands Care Home

What types of Care is The Parklands Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does The Parklands Care Home have?

There are 36 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Parklands Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Parklands Care Home to the centre of Doncaster?

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

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