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All bedrooms are thoughtfully designed, with en-suite facilities, modern furnishings, and TV and telephone points. Two rooms are specially designed to accommodate married couples who wish to remain living together....
Care Provided by Blackwell 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 49 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
- 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
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees subject to assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Blackwell Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Blackwell 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
Group / Owner
- Only Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Natasha Hill(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (43)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
Visiting
- Open visiting policy, feel free to pop in.
Parking
- Blackwell Care Home has a large onsite car park that is free for visitors to use.
Blackwell Care Home Reviews (23)
Blackwell Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.625) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Blackwell Care Home has 23 reviews.
My mother has been with Blackwell for over 4 years now, the care she has received, along with the attentiveness of the staff has been amazing. As expected, we were nervous about placing my mum in residential care, but the way Blackwell have looked after her very demanding care needs has really put our mind at ease. I receive phone calls if there are any concerns or if the team need to talk to me, and they are always on hand if I need to call - no waiting on hold or continual ringing to get through to speak to them. Recently the care home has had a bit of a freshen up, new carpets and a lick of paint. Removal of unnecessary clutter and it has really opened it up to be an inviting, clean space. It was perfectly good previously , but we have certainly noticed an upturn in the recent months. We have no problems with my mum being here, and feel lucky that she has the care she has.
Thank you for those kind words, we will continued to ensure we deliver high standard care in everything we do.
This is a wonderful home my mother has vascular dementia and over the last 17 months she has become more and more reliant on care. She has been in several homes but this is by far the best , it is clean, well staffed and her room is spacious and well equipped. The staff really care about the patients and especially my mum they keep us well informed as to her condition and go that extra mile we can't praise them enough. They have a full and varied activities callender and try to involve all the residents . It feels like a home and not an institution unlike so many others they are not monetary driven but really do care. My mum has been a resident since November 2024.
Thank you for those kind words, we will continue to give our very best to provide a high standard of care.
We are very happy with the care and support our mother receives. All the staff are very pleasant, helpfull and always have time for you and my mother. If we had a negative to say it would be over lost or missing clothing even when it is clearly marked up not just for mum but other residents (minor niggle). We would and always recommended the home to anyone looking for their loved ones. Thank you everyone.
Thank you for this feedback, we will make an effort to resolve any issue as they arise and will work on limiting these from happening again.
Whilst I was working, I had dealings with numerous care homes in both Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, Blackwell in my opinion is certainly 5 star.
Thank you for your kind words, it was our pleasure to look after mum and if you ever need anything please contact us.
Since walking through the door to look around Blackwell Care Home, the warmth, care and compassion has been amazing. The team are so helpful and supportive to both Mum and our family. We are really happy with the systems and processes in place to keep Mum safe. The activities on offer are great and I'm so pleased that you post updates on your social media page for us to see Mum taking part and enjoying herself.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are delighted that you felt the warmth and compassion of Blackwell from your very first visit. It is wonderful to hear that your Mum is enjoying our activities and that you find our social media updates helpful for staying connected. Ensuring our residents feel safe and our families feel supported is our top priority.
Thank you to all the staff with mt Great Aunty's care.
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Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and thoughtful review. We're truly grateful for your lovely feedback and are so pleased to hear that you feel an exemplary and professional service has been provided with care and compassion. That is exactly what we strive for every day. Thanks again for your kinds words.
The level of care provided brings real peace of mind. The care is exceptional, the food is lovely, the environment is clean and welcoming, and the whole place feels safe and homely. The activities and entertainment are wonderful and bring genuine joy and meaning to the residents' days. The open-door approach is incredibly reassuring and makes you feel listened to and supported.
What stands out most is the staff. Every member of staff shows politeness, genuine kindness, compassion, and dedication, going above and beyond every day. The difference they make is immeasurable, and I honestly cannot praise or thank them enough.
My mum is really happy here and I would happily recommend this home
Thank you so much for your kind review. We're delighted to hear that Blackwell feels warm, welcoming and reassuring, and that your mum is happy with the care she receives. Your comments about our team mean a great deal. Thank you again for your recommendation and kind words.
My Mum has been in Blackwell Care Home for about 4 months. I am happy that she is being adequately cared for in a safe, clean and caring environment. Her personal needs are being met, and she is encouraged to engage in meaningful activities.
Not had much experience of care homes, but it seems very clean & tidy and not smelling like some others I have visited. Staff seem caring & efficient, sometimes they seem to be busy to take my mam to the toilet straight away. Seem to have a lot of activities going on, involve the visitors as well. My mam has vascular dementia quite badly, so unfortunately can't ask her for a opinion as most of the time she does not know where she is. But we know that she is safe and that piece of mind for us all.
My husband is having excellent care, I feel confident about him being here.
Mum has been encouraged to be independant but also helped and assisted when needed. As Mums condition worsens the staff are mindful and respectful of her advancing needs. All the staff really do seem to care, this being shown in their attitudes, communication and support they offer.
Everyone makes you welcome.
My mum is very well cared for. The carers are amazing with her. The carers are always smiling, so caring and polite. They can't do enough for our family. Anything I ask for I get done as quickly as possible. If I have a problem I go to see the nurses or the management, I don't hesitate to speak up. Myself and my dad are so happy Mum is in safe hands. I just want to thank the carers so much, they work so hard and it's a hard job. They need to be recognised more in the pay scales.
Thank you so much for leaving such a lovely review Caroline. It is our pleasure to look after your mum. Your kind words are appreciated.
Although my mother has only been a resident for a short period, she has settled in very well and the care she is receiving is excellent. The staff throughout the entire care home, regardless of their individual positions, are extremely welcoming and caring. This has obviously been very appreciated by my mother, myself and our wider family. We viewed several care homes before visiting Blackwell Care Home and I am pleased to say that after looking around this home and meeting the people, we looked no further.
My sister was moved into Blackwell Care Home early this year and on my first visit I could tell on entering the building that it was nothing like any of the care home I had experienced before. The atmosphere in all areas was fresh, bright and airy. The staff are friendly and eager to help when required. Particularly impressive are the efforts made by the handicraft personnel who keep residents occupied and entertained throughout each day. I am happy that the management and staff are taking good care of my sister and sure they will continue to do so.
Blackwell Care Home have nursed my mum incredibly well, which is why, despite many health issues, she is still with us at 95. The home is beautifully clean, absolutely no smell at all, staff are all friendly and approachable and as I'm a frequent visitor, have got to know them well. Mum has her hair done every week at their little salon and is always dressed nicely. Activities are on Monday to Friday, including foot spas and nail polishing. Food is also cooked fresh and there is lots of choice. I could not have picked a better home.
The team have made us feel like an important part of the care home.
Team and management are open to ideas and feedback.
Oral hygiene for residents is one area where improvements could be made as it would appear (from my observations) this is not routinely carried out.
A special shout-out should be given to the staff who keep both the home and the clothes of the residents very clean.
I am sorry you had to raise this concern, I wish to assure you that we take all concerns very seriously and to that point, I have now put in place an additional formal daily...
After having a relative's meetings at the care home my dad is in, a lot of things were discussed and hopefully will be resolved, including newsletters (regularly), letting us know where and how much is in the pot after events that have happened.
Thank you for your review, we at Blackwell Care Home are working hard at providing quality care to all our residents by working in partnership with our relatives, we value all feedback.
My wife has found the Care Home to be satisfactory in so much as all her needs are catered for. There is a very friendly and pleasant atmosphere which helps to make an unfortunate situation more acceptable. The staff are very approachable which makes it very easy to rectify any problem that may arise. Overall a very caring nursing home.
Thank you for your kind words regarding the care your loved one receives at Blackwell Care Home.
My mum was in the care home for six years, and the care was excellent. The staff really cared for my mum, and the love and support in her final weeks were amazing; so grateful to the staff. I would highly recomend this home.
Thank you for your lovely review and praise for our dedicated staffing team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 03 December 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 19 Dec 2025
Blackwell Care Home recently opened its doors to residents, families and members of the local community for a festive Christmas Market and Fair. The event gave everyone the chance to...
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Frequently Asked Questions about Blackwell Care Home
What types of Care is Blackwell 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 Blackwell Care Home have?
There are 43 Single Rooms and 3 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Blackwell Care Home?
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 are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Blackwell Care Home to the centre of Alfreton?
2.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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