Priestley Care Home

Market Street, Birstall, Batley WF17 9EN
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Priestley Care Home in Birstall offers high-quality residential care as well as respite care.

There are 40 ensuite bedrooms and residents are encouraged to decorate their rooms with personal items so it feels like home to them. There is a beauty salon where residents can go and be pampered and a whole range of activities from arts and crafts to gardening and exercise classes.

Staff are caring and compassionate and are committed to giving person-centred care where the residents' wellbeing is their priority.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse

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
  • 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
  • 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: from £1220
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1275
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1220
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1275

Fees are Fully Inclusive however Podiatry ,Hairdressing & Accompanied GP/Hospital appointments are chargeable extras.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Priestley Care Home 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

  • Shelley Ellam (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2020
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (40)

Visiting

  • Visitors welcome anytime.

Parking

  • Free on-site parking.

Priestley Care Home Reviews (57)

9.6

Priestley Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.643) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Priestley Care Home has 57 reviews.

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Review from J H (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
All good.
Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at Priestley Care Home

Many thanks for taking the time to review our home.
I will, of course, pass it on to the Priestley family.

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Review from Christine R (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I feel that Mum is safe and protected by the staff team. The home is spotlessly clean and safe. Staff are well trained. The staff team have become part of Mum's family and have made an effort to get to know her. We are listened to and any concerns we have are discussed in a very professional manner.
The manager of the home is always available and approachable, this reflects the relationship with staff, relatives and residents. Has provided so much support to me. The whole staff team are fantastic.
Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at Priestley Care Home

Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. It is our pleasure to care for your mum and delighted that it gives you peace of mind. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to the Priestley family.

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Review from C B (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience with Priestley Care Home has been very positive for both my mum and myself. We have found them to be caring, accommodating and professional in all aspects. I would certainly recommend this care home.
Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at Priestley Care Home

Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. We are delighted that your experience has been such a positive one. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to the Priestley family.

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Review from P P (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Priestley Care Home offers excellent service to clients. Staff are always pleasant and have time to talk to you and go out of their way to help with anything you need, friendly atmosphere and feel very confident with my mother being at Priestley. Mother is happy and content which puts mine and families
minds at rest.
Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at Priestley Care Home

Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to the Priestley family.

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Review from Tracey L (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team here continue to do everything they can to make Mum comfortable. They recognise that she struggles to communicate but they still talk to her.
Events around Christmas time brought smiles to people's faces - even Mum and I, hope there will be more throughout the year.
Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at Priestley Care Home

Dear Tracey, Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to the Priestley family.

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Review from J G (Cousin of Resident) published on 24 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My cousin was in the home for ten years. My cousin was looked after well by some cheerful and sensitive staff. Occasionally, a staff member would be less than patient and could be unthinking but the majority were caring. I would like to see more imagination applied to activities and more engagement
for residents. Management was firm and efficient. The room was clean. The cost was very high. Hope the staff see the money.
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Review from Karen D (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Just want to thank the staff at Priestley. The care they give my mum is excellent. Mum has just had her 90th birthday, and they went out of their way to make it special for her.
Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at Priestley Care Home

Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. We are very proud of the team at Priestley and are delighted that she enjoyed her 90th birthday. Your kind words are greatly appreciated, and I will, of course, pass them on to the Priestley family.

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Review from R H (Relative of Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 28 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The quality of care is generally good and the staff are cheerful, friendly and supportive. My relative has physical and mental difficulties, his short-term memory is almost non-existent. At one time we were emailed monthly with a programme of activities and some photos, this has not happened for several
months - I don't know why, are there still activities?
Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at Priestley Care Home

Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. It is our pleasure to care for your relative. Activities are a big part of Priestley daily life. We have recently changed the activities coordinator who has brought new ideas to the home. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to the Priestley family.

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Review from M H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 30 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The management team are very caring and supportive. They have gone above and beyond to support my grandma coming to Priestley. They have also helped me with a difficult situation. I really can not thank them enough for all of their help after a stressful two months - they quickly stepped in and resolved
for me. My grandma has been in the hospital a long time and has been anxious to go into respite care. As soon as she got through the doors of Priestley she had a big beaming smile. She has told me that she would like to live here permanently. Management and care staff were there to greet her arrival. All the staff on days and nights are very attentive and caring. Nothing is too much trouble. The home is clean - her room is lovely and warm. The food looks good and the portions are plenty. My grandma is very happy here. All of the staff that work here are a credit to Burlington Care.
Reply from Shelley Ellam, Home Manager at Priestley Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. We appreciate the positive review and we are happy that you and your loved one feel so positive about the home and the staff. It's good to know that we are helping to make a difference.

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Review from Christina K (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot express enough my gratitude to all the staff, they are all truly amazing! My mum was very upset and anxious when she had to go into a care home, those feelings didn't last very long as the staff were brilliant with her. She soon felt secure and this made her smile every single day. They are
one big happy family and they treated my mum with dignity, respect and love. The staff excelled with the palliative care, every one of them was supportive and compassionate - highly recommend.
Reply from Shelley Ellam, Home Manager at Priestley Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review our home Tina. All feedback is appreciated and allows us to continually develop our service. It has been our pleasure to care for your mum and that we were able to make a positive difference. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and will be shared with the team.

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Review from P S (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum receives excellent care, nothing is too much trouble. She is treated with respect. Staff from management to carer and kitchen are all amazing.
Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at Priestley Care Home

Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. All feedback is greatly appreciated and allows us to continually develop our service. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to the manager and the colleagues at Priestley.

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Review from C C (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I live in Australia and Priestley Care Home have cared for my father for the last two years. Due to Covid, I have not been able to travel to the UK to see him. However, the staff have been absolutely brilliant with their communication to me and reassurance during their time. When I finally got to visit
my dad in March, I found the home very warm and welcoming and the staff professional. My dad is happy and not just a number.
Reply from Shelly Ellam, Home Manager at Priestley Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review our home, your kind words are greatly appreciated and allows us to continually develop our service. it is our pleasure to care for your dad and I will share it with the team.

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Review from Ann A (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum was a resident within the home for just short of a year. During this time as a family, we were very happy and satisfied with the care and support given to not only my Mum but as a whole family. All staff members that we saw or spoke to were very kind and caring, even in the most difficult of
situations and this is something that we will always be grateful for. The home was very accommodating and we are so grateful that we could be with Mum during her final days and moments.


The care shown towards my Mum was always to a high standard and very professional but it was also clear that staff members genuinely cared. Mum was very settled here and was happy to call it home. As a family we cannot thank all staff members enough, they are exceptional people.

Reply from Shelly Ellam, Home Manager at Priestley Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review, your kind words are appreciated and I will share them with all the staff, it was a pleasure to have cared for your mum and she is missed by everyone.

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Review from Joyce D (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mum passed away on the 7th of September after being in Priestley for one year, from September 2020 to March 2021. We could not see Mum due to lockdowns, but spoke to her daily; she always said how good her care was. After being allowed visits from March 2021, we could see this for ourselves. After a
fall and hospital stay, Mum was returned to Priestly, and in her final days, the care and love shown to Mum were exceptional. I cannot praise the staff enough for their dedication to Mum.
Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at Priestley Care Home

Dear Joyce, please accept our deepest sympathies for the loss of your Mum. It was our pleasure to have cared for her and she is greatly missed. Many thanks for taking the time to review Priestly, your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will, of course, pass them on to our colleagues at the home.

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Review from Julie L (Daughter of Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 27 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been associated with Priestly Care Home 5 years ago with my father. When it came Mum needed care for a broken hip and bed rest and care Priestly was the only home my Mum and family wanted. The staff are so very kind, helpful, respectful and always wanting to make sure all parties involved are
happy and cared for to the highest level.
We can't praise them enough and are truly appreciative of all their help and comfort during a difficult time. We were sad when Mum left to go for rehabilitation, we would have preferred she stay there.
Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at Priestley Care Home

Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. It has been our pleasure to care for your Mum. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course ensure that your comments are passed on to Shelley and her team.

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Review from Andrew G (Son of Resident) published on 16 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care home cannot do enough for my mum and are always warm and friendly when I visit. These are difficult times, but the staff are 100% always. I am so glad my mum is staying in Priestly house.
Reply from Shelley Ellam, Home Manager at Priestley Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. We appreciate the positive review and we are happy that you and your loved one feel so positive about the home and the staff. It's good to know that we are helping to make a difference.

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Review from Amanda L (Niece of Resident) published on 16 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff very approachable and happy to help both the residents and visitors. Auntie is kept busy with activities - encouraged to join in rather than sat in her room. The food is great and offers plenty of choices. Rooms kept clean and tidy as are her clothes. Staff go above and beyond e.g. getting
shopping etc. for residents. Keep up the good work! xxx
Reply from Shellene Armstrong, PA at Priestley Care Home

Many thanks for your feedback and review of the home.

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Review from Margaret H (Wife of Resident) published on 22 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
The staff are lovely, apart from one person I have complained to the Area Manager and she was dealt with. Her attitude was abusive and rude. I am 85 years old myself and was upset. Thank you.
Reply from Shelley Ellam, Home Manager at Priestley Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to write your recent review its good to know that you feel that the staff team are lovely and I will share your feedback with them. I am sorry to hear that you feel that you have had a negative experience, you feel that your concern has been dealt with in a positive manner. This is not a common instance and all reviews are very important to us to ensure that everyone has a positive experience. Thanks again for your kind words with regards to the staff team.

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Review from K A (Relative of Resident) published on 17 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a small home (approx 40 beds). The atmosphere is homely, relaxed, friendly, and cheerful. As my relative was admitted during lockdown I have not had the freedom to visit the home unrestricted, but the staff are all helpful and friendly and my relative is happy there, considering himself to be
with friends.
Reply from Shelley Ellam, Home Manager at Priestley Care Home

Thank you very much for your positive review, its always good to know that we are able to make a difference to people and that you are happy with the team.

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Review from Sarah C (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff have been very helpful in the past few weeks in explaining restrictions. It has been a very difficult year for everyone and very upsetting for us as relatives. As the restrictions lift, the staff at the home are working hard to ensure they can begin visiting access again. I know this must
be very difficult for them as the guidelines keep changing daily. They have dealt with the challenges in a very professional manner.
Reply from Shelley Ellam, Home Manager at Priestley Care Home

Thank you for your positive feedback. We are happy to know that you are having a positive experience. We will continue to support wherever we can for people to be able to see and speak to their loved ones.

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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.643)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.643) out of 10 for Priestley Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 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 4.643 for Priestley Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (175 Excellents x 5) + (48 Goods x 4) + (11 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) + (3 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 238 Ratings = 4.643
  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 Priestley Care Home is based on 19 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 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 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 19 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: 9 May 2019

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Shelley

Shelley Ellam

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2007

Hi, My name is Shelley and I am the registered manager of Priestley Care Home and have worked in care for over 30 years. I originally started out working in the community environment for Age Concern, a job that gave me the direction to follow a career in care homes. I started working at Priestley Care Home in 2007, employed initially as a senior carer. I enjoyed working with the residents and would often give up my free time to join in and organise activities and events that the residents would enjoy. I was promoted to Deputy Manager of the home in 2011 at which time I learned more about the running of the home allowing me to continue working on my NVQs, I’m now qualified for NVQ Level 5. When the opportunity arose I progressed to home manager in 2014.


I maintain the ethos that the residents are at the very centre of life at Priestley Care Home and I ensure that their home and environment are welcoming and comforting. One of my proudest achievements as a manager is our current Good rating from CQC.


I have lived in the Birstall area for the last thirty-six years and was raised in Batley Carr. I have 5 grown-up children and many grandchildren. I know the local area very well and I have spent my entire career at Priestley promoting and maintaining strong relationships with the homes community. I enjoy holidays, walking, crafting spending time with my family. My hobbies are often transferred into Priestley I will often make things for the residents to enjoy and I also donate these items to help raise money for the home's residents' fund.

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