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Thorndene prides itself on being more than just a care facility; it is an extended family dedicated to creating a nurturing environment for residents. Under the management of medical professionals, the care home reflects...
Care Provided by Thorndene
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 22 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- 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
Weekly Charges per Person
We offer highly competitive rates while delivering a genuinely premium service. Our focus is on supporting our carers properly so they can provide exceptional care. We consistently go the extra mile, ensuring reliability, quality, and a service that stands out and delivers on expectations without compromise.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Thorndene for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Thorndene 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
Owner
- Presidential Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sammy Skilbeck (Head of Service)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 43+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (22)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (7)
Visiting
- Flexible visiting arrangements available
Parking
- Parking at the front.
Thorndene Reviews (11)
Thorndene has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.944) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Thorndene has 11 reviews.
They really take the time to understand his needs, routines, and personality, which has made a huge difference in helping him feel settled and comfortable.
The environment is safe, clean, and thoughtfully set up, which gives us real peace of mind. There are also activities tailored to residents with dementia, helping to keep my father in law engaged and supported.
Communication with our family has been excellent-we're always kept informed, and the staff are approachable and happy to talk through any concerns.
Knowing my father in law is in a place where he is cared for with kindness and genuine empathy means everything to us.
Since my father moved into this lovely home care , we have been blown away by the amazing service and care given by the management and staff at thorndene. The team here have allowed him to enjoy his time as well as make new memories with the lovely residents alongside him. A big thank you to everyone at Thorndene!
The love the place has to offer
My mum has been at Thorndene for a year now and absolutely loves it, the care is second to none they are like a little family and all staff are so welcoming, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. I couldn't ask for a better care home for my mum.
I want to express our sincere gratitude for the exceptional care my mum has received since moving into Thorndene. From the moment she arrived, she felt completely settled, and it has been heart-warming to see her thrive in such a wonderful environment. Her appetite has improved tremendously, she often comments on how much she enjoys the delicious, home-cooked meals. The carers are truly wonderful, and the open-door policy of the management team has been incredibly reassuring. The entire staff, both carers and managers, have created such a warm, homely atmosphere. It feels like a family, and it's clear that everyone cares deeply for the residents. we are confident that placing Mum at Thorndene was the best decision. She's not just living she's thriving. Her room feels like home, thanks to the personal touches we were able to bring from her own house. We would absolutely recommend Thorndene to anyone seeking a care home with a family-oriented, homely feel.
Awful, gloomy, depressing place. The care staff try their best but the building and facilities are clapped out and clearly let down by poor management and a lack of investment. The rooms are very poor, both in terms of the state of repair, and the quality, quantity and suitability of the furniture. The lounge smells and the residents just sit around the outside staring at each other or the TV for most of the day. There is little evidence of organised activities or any visits outside the home. The dining room is also clapped out. Tables are clean but sticky. If your relative is self-funding they can do much better for the same price elsewhere. Nice staff, let down by extremely poor infrastructure and facilities, poor management and a lack of investment.
I am shocked to read your review. You stated the home is 'gloomy and depressing', yet the home has undergone an intensive redecoration plan, including bright dementia friendly colours throughout. The home has had new vinyl flooring laid throughout along with a large purchase of new chairs for the...
My mother stayed here for over 2 years and spoke very little English. Thankfully, the management hired 2 staff members who spoke the same language as my mother to aid her and they also used a translating tool to help. The care is the best in this home, thank you so much.
The care and compassion the staff show my mum is second to none. Staff are always friendly and helpful and show they really care for the residents. The meals sound wonderful as mum tells me. As a family, we feel very supported by the staff. They are wonderful to Mum and very thoughtful. Mum has settled well into her new home, and we are very grateful for all they do.
My mum was admitted to Thornedene after a long stay in hospital in October 2020 during the Covid pandemic. I cannot thank the staff at Thornedene for their compassion and understanding in what was a very distressing time for me and my sister. My mum has been looked after with such care and love. I have visited Mum for the first time last week due to Covid restrictions, and I can honestly say she looked lovely and had definitely recuperated well. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff. I would definitely recommend Thornedene.
My mum was a resident at Thorndene for almost 6-years. She was always very well looked after. All the staff are friendly and approachable. They treat residents as though they were their own family. I cannot thank the manager and the girls enough for all that they did for Mum.
My mum has been here since the beginning of 2016. The staff are doing an amazing job. My mum is well cared for. She has a lovely time with everyone and she is spoilt rotten. The management team and the new owners are so friendly and have an open door policy. If you have any concerns with your family member's care, they will sort it right away.
Thank you, Tracy! We love having your mum here. She is an amazing lady and her sense of humour cannot be beaten!
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 14 May 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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.
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Meet the Team (1)

Hi, I'm Sammy, Manager at Thorndene Residential and Home Care Services. Welcome! Our team is dedicated to providing compassionate, person-centred care in a warm, safe, and supportive environment where every individual is treated with dignity, respect, and kindness. We take pride in creating a place that feels like home, giving peace of mind to residents, clients, and their families while delivering the highest standard of care.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thorndene
What types of Care is Thorndene registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders, Alcohol / Drug Misuse, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Thorndene have?
There are 22 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Thorndene?
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 are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Thorndene to the centre of Doncaster?
0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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