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.

Blackwell Care Home, Gloves Lane, Blackwell, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 5JJ

Review from Susan B (Wife of Resident) published on 10 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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My husband is having excellent care, I feel confident about him being here.

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Review from C K (Wife of Resident) published on 9 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Lovely friendly care home. Staff go out of their way to care for the residents.
Everyone makes you welcome.

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Review from G H (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Mum has been at Blackwell Care Home for over 3 years now and during that time we have seen both staff and residents come and go. The time Mum has been at the home both herself and us have been fully supported and listened to by management and carers alike.
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.

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Review from Caroline A (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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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.

Reply from Daniel Scott-Elder, Operations Director at Blackwell Care Home

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.

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Review from Colin B (Son of Resident) published on 23 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report

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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.

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Review from Ian W (Brother of Resident) published on 24 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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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.

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Review from Gilly S (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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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.

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Review from Deborah H (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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Welcoming staff who are always happy to discuss any issues, even when under pressure and extremely busy.
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.

Reply from Jacqueline Hamilton, Operations Manager at Blackwell Care Home

Dear Deborah, thank you for taking the time to give your review, compliments and for raising a concern regarding mouthcare.
I am sorry you had to raise this concern, I wish to assure you that we…read more

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Review from Paula G (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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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.

Reply from jacqueline hamilton, Operations Manager at Blackwell Care Home

Dear Paula,
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.

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Review from James G (Husband of Resident) published on 22 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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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.

Reply from jacqueline hamilton, Operations Manager at Blackwell Care Home

Dear James,
Thank you for your kind words regarding the care your loved one receives at Blackwell Care Home.

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Review from Dianne W (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report

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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.

Reply from Deepak Kannan, Regional Operations Manager at Blackwell Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review and praise for our dedicated staffing team.

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Review from Jill W (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 June 2022 Submitted via Website • Report

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This is a lovely care home. Lovely en suite rooms, wonderful staff, excellent food. Mum’s been here going on ten months now and it’s like home from home for her. She has her privacy but can socialise when she wants to. You couldn’t ask for better care!

Reply from Deepak Kannan, Regional Operations Manager at Blackwell Care Home

Thank you for your fantastic review, appreciating our team and the service we provide.

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Review from N G (Son of Resident) published on 8 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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My mum has been at Blackwell for a year now. I have huge respect for all the staff there.
Thank you.

Reply from Deepak Kannan, Regional Operations Manager at Blackwell Care Home

Thank you for your review appreciating our staffing team. We will continue to do our best.

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Review from P S (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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I'm truly grateful for the way the management made it possible for my parents to be together in a shared room in my step-father's final weeks. The staff are extremely respectful and caring at all times. The nursing staff made my step-father's passing pain-free and dignified. I was allowed to be with

him for his final hours even with covid restrictions. I would like to thank them all. A great care home.

Reply from Deepak Kannan, Regional Operations Manager at Blackwell Care Home

Thank you for your kind words and our staff are indeed committed to delivering the best possible end-of-life care.

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Review from Amanda S (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 July 2019 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our mum was moved from hospital into the care of this home, we are delighted our mother is happy and so well cared for in this lovely home which has a very warm and friendly atmosphere, all staff are kind, knowledgeable, approachable and do the most amazing work. It has made an incredibly hard phase

of our family life a little sweeter. 7 months on, we still feel our mum has all her needs cared for and as a family, we also feel supported. Thank you Team, it’s clear each and every one of you genuinely cares and has a huge heart of gold.