Care Provided by Ivybank 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
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 41 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
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees are a baseline figure and subject to change following an individual assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Ivybank Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Ivybank Care Home 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Owner
- Ivy Leaf Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Kuanrong Tian (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
Room Information
- Single Rooms (39)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
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Ivybank Care Home Reviews (38)
Over all time Ivybank Care Home has 38 reviews.
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Review from Steve T (Son of Resident) published on 17 January 2024 Submitted via Website•
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My mum lived at Ivybank Care Home for eighteen months. The bedroom suited her needs, functional and kept very clean - with a large window to sit and enjoy the view. The cleaners do a good job. The carers do a hard job in a friendly and committed way. A singer and storyteller come twice weekly. It is a medium-sized home which doesn’t ask residents to leave when self-funding finishes. I would recommend this care home.
↩Reply from Karen Tian, Home Manager at Ivybank Care Home
Thank you very much for your kind words. We always strive to look after all our residents and be compassionate and caring.
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Review from M W (Son of Resident) published on 17 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Our mother is always treated with respect, dignity and love. The carers are extremely vigilant and responsive when dealing with Mum's needs. We feel that Mum is in a very safe environment. We would have no hesitation in recommending Ivybank Care Home.
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Review from M A (Resident / Service User) published on 27 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I like it here.
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Review from Patricia W (Sister of Resident) published on 22 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Staff are always helpful and management is continually trying to improve the home. My brother seems quite happy and staff and medical staff do their best to keep him cared for and well.
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Review from S B (Son of Resident) published on 12 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Ivybank care home is always clean, maintained well and the staff friendly and helpful. I think the staff do a good job and treat the residents with respect.
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Review from Anne P (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 6 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Ivybank is a very caring nursing home. My mother-in-law, who had very complex needs, became a resident at the home eight months ago. Whilst at Ivybank, all her needs were met by a team of excellent caring staff. Carers at the home all go the extra mile to ensure that residents in the home are supported and treated with dignity. The activities co-ordinator provides a variety of stimuli to meet individual interests and abilities. The home manager is always available to deal with any queries or concerns you may have.
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Review from Claire M (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The carers are very good at the home. The home has been improved to a high standard.
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Review from David B (Son of Resident) published on 6 June 2018 Submitted via Website•
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My mother came to Ivybank Nursing Home the end of last year. She is well looked after by the staff and has settled in really well. The home is very clean and tidy, all the staff are so helpful and kind and always make you feel welcome.
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Review from Helen P (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 22 August 2017 Submitted via Website•
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My mother in law passed away very peacefully at Ivybank in May of this year. She had Alzheimers disease.
Admission was carried out by the home manager who knows how to take the stress off families. It was quick and without fuss.
She settled after a few days and enjoyed her meals, something she had not done while in the hospital. My mother in law could be fractious, demanding and sometimes rude, not her fault I know however, it takes a special person to remain good tempered, warm hearted and entirely professional when nursing people who have dementia.
The cleanliness is impressive, the food is good, it's a bit like a home from home although my mother in law was bed bound because of a back injury. I would like to offer my recommendation.
Admission was carried out by the home manager who knows how to take the stress off families. It was quick and without fuss.
She settled after a few days and enjoyed her meals, something she had not done while in the hospital. My mother in law could be fractious, demanding and sometimes rude, not her fault I know however, it takes a special person to remain good tempered, warm hearted and entirely professional when nursing people who have dementia.
The cleanliness is impressive, the food is good, it's a bit like a home from home although my mother in law was bed bound because of a back injury. I would like to offer my recommendation.
Ivybank may not be state of the art, however, the caring attitudes and committed staff are extremely impressive. I would rather that and go home to sleep well knowing that my loved one is in excellent hands than be impressed by a lot of 'bling'.
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Review from Margaret B (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 June 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The care, kindness and respect shown to residents and their families by the staff at Ivybank are exemplary. Mum died there on 1st May, supported and cared for superbly to the end. She expressed her wishes to staff and the GP. All involved in her care ensured that these were respected.
The relationship with the GP surgery opposite is responsive and supportive.
The relationship with the GP surgery opposite is responsive and supportive.
We have continued to be supported by Ivybank. We feel very lucky to have found this brilliant nursing home.
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Review from Gillian B (Niece of Resident) published on 26 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The family and I would like this opportunity, to say a big thank you to all the dedicated staff and management of Ivybank, for the excellent care and attention to our relative. We would also like to comment on how clean it is, it has improved a great deal since our relative first moved in. We would also recommend it to anyone, should we be asked.
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Review from William E (Brother of Resident) published on 26 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I was a little concerned after reading some reviews on the internet but after meeting the staff on the day before my brother's arrival, my fears were abashed and following an inspection, I am now fully confident that my brother's needs will be fulfilled. The staff generally are very patient and with a good sense of humour, which makes it more pleasurable to deal with.
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Review from Sue M (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The whole family are extremely pleased with the care and support given to our mother. The staff are all brilliant and take the time to talk to us and our mother. Nothing is too much trouble for them.
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Review from Christopher W (Son of Resident) published on 5 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My mother has been shown and excellent level of care and dignity since living here. I am impressed with the staff's attention to my mother's care, plenty of smiles and encouragement when needed and nothing seems too much trouble.
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Review from J B (Niece of Resident) published on 30 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Uncle was looked after well. Was moved to a smaller room, I minded more than my uncle though.
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Review from Angela A (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Extremely caring staff who take the time to chat with mom and make her laugh. The staff makes sure that mom is always dressed nicely and excellent personal hygiene is maintained to both myself and mom.
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Review from Craig B (Son of Resident) published on 30 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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"He came to Ivy Bank,
Cos the other home stank,
Now that he is here,
He can live without fear,
Cos the other home stank,
Now that he is here,
He can live without fear,
Cos everyone is so dear."
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Review from D B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 30 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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We are very pleased with the very good service and facilities. My Father-in-Law is very happy and very content.
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Review from G B (Son of Resident) published on 30 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The family overall has found Ivybank to be very well run. The staff are excellent as is the standard of care. One thing I would ask for is a couple of light chairs to be provided for visitors. A big thank you to you all.
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Review from Hayley M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 30 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Clean and safe, staff are very helpful. My nan's room is always looking clean and presentable whenever we visit.
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Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 20 March 2019Overall
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- 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Ivybank Care Home
What types of Care is Ivybank 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 Ivybank Care Home have?
There are 39 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at Ivybank Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Ivybank Care Home to the centre of Birmingham?
4.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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