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Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC (April 2020) and recognised for quality by Derbyshire County Council, the home provides comfortable accommodation, spacious communal areas and large, accessible gardens with ample space to relax.
With their very own Mental Health Reconnect community, Eckington Court can provide exceptional, person-centred care for...
Care Provided by Eckington Court Nursing 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
- For a maximum of 50 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Contact Eckington Court Nursing 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Orchard Healthcare Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Trudy Godley(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2008
Room Information
- Single Rooms (50)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome anytime.
Parking
- Free on-site Parking.
Eckington Court Nursing Home Reviews (52)
Eckington Court Nursing Home has a Review Score of 8.3 (8.319) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Eckington Court Nursing Home has 52 reviews.
I heard a resident complained about a peg coming out but the nurse incharge dismissed it, it fell out him/her ended up in hospital.
All want retraining.
Well done to all your staff. Appreciated.
When a loved one has to go into care words cannot describe how you feel. My husband has now been in care for approx 1 year, he always looks clean, smart and tidy. The staff are really friendly, always there to cheer you up. Recently it was our wedding anniversary, they made sure we had a day full of memories, I cannot thank them enough. The icing on the cake would be if we were able to get out and about a little more.
Next time I would send both parents in for respite.
Overall very happy with my mums care. I'm a bit disappointed that sometimes when I visit there is no drink or it is too far away for her to reach even though we have made staff aware, I was even told there was a shortage of beakers.
Very poor manager cold not run a bath never mind a care home got bad social worker cares good nurses good don't send any one to this poor care home manager told my dad that his got to stay in bed, this is very poor.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are very sorry to hear that your experience with our care home did not meet your expectations. We take all concerns seriously and are particularly disappointed to learn that you felt I was not supportive. Please be assured that the wellbeing...
My mum has been here for the last 20 months. The care my mum has received is excellent. Starting with residentail cre and now needing nursing care. This dementia home has gone above & beyond to keep my mum safe, well cared for all the things you would expect but this nursing home doesn't just keep her safe, clean, well fed, they make time for her and love her as though she is part of their family and this is her home like being at home with me. I leave knowing her well being is first and foremost for all members of staff. My mum has vascular dementia so her behaviour at times is very challenging. Thank you Eckington Court for reassurance, compassion and care for making my mum feel happy & safe.
My son is very well looked after. Staff should be praised for all the care they give. It's a hard job and they do very well.
The receptionist always greets you with a smile and will also help in anyway she can.
The carers always respects the residents privacy and puts them first but most of all they are so gentle, caring and have a good understanding of everyone's needs. The management always makes time to walks around talking to the residents listening to them.
The food is freshly made every day and if you want something different that's not on the menu they will always cook it for them. They do arts, trips to the shops, have bands and other performing acts on, coffee mornings to raise money for charity. I would highly recommend.
Care staff are polite, hard working and patient.
They are appropriately affectionate with residents and chat and engage with them.
Staff contact doctors if necessary and always update me if dad isn't well or has had a fall.
Dad enjoys the meals, which are usually cooked from scratch. Buns, cakes and desserts are freshly made.
The activities coordinator works hard to put on a range of activities to entertain and stimulate residents.
The home encourage us to attend family meetings and welcome our suggestions.
Dad is grateful for the care he receives and it is reassuring to see that staff are fond of him.
My mum has been a resident here for 6+years she has vascular dementia and is in the final stages. The care she has received is very good. The staff are helpful and friendly and work very hard especially during covid. Would recommend the home.
Would recommend.
Thank you for your scores - your support is greatly appreciated by us all.
Clean, friendly home, carers and all staff going out of the way to look after residents.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the staff at Eckington Court, this means a lot to the staff to know that all their hard work is noticed and appreciated.
Lovely staff. Well looked after. Family atmosphere.
Eckington Court has a very good care team who look after Mum very well.
All the staff, without exception, are kind, empathetic and caring. They really care about the residents and do everything possible to make them happy, and their needs are taken care of. The staff's attention to detail is second to none, both health and happiness. The entertainment that is provided is fabulous and the most special time for residents and family. I am so happy my dad is here.
Within seconds (no more than five), three of the ladies were giving assistance. I must also point out, that no one there (including myself, who was witness to the incident), could have done anything to prevent this occurrence. I love my Mother, as does my sister. After witnessing this, I could not have more confidence, in the staff and facility. Truly 1st class.
This is a very difficult period for relatives in care homes. Visitors are essential for the mental wellbeing of many residents and Eckington Court have done everything they can to allow visitors while maintaining a safe regime for all. My mother suffered a stroke in October '21 and has improved both mentally and physically far more than we had hoped in the care of Eckington Court.
Thank you for your review. I will pass on your comments to the care team.
My sisters and I were extremely pleased with the care our mum was given over her 2-year stay until her death in August. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff and she was happy there. Her care when she had covid was exemplary and she recovered to celebrate her 100th birthday with us in May which the staff organised for her. Our thanks go to all the staff.
Thank you for your kind words. We are so pleased to hear that your mother was happy at Eckington Court. I will be sure to pass your words onto the staff at the home. Kind Regards, Trudy Godley.
My late father was a resident in the home between June and November 2020. Admitted during this covid lockdown was particularly difficult for all staff, however, they took the time to discuss everything with us and put us at ease. Dad quickly settled and in our brief meetings with him, he assured us that all staff were friendly, patient and helpful. He remarked that they treated him as if he was a friend and did not make him feel that he was troubling anyone.
Thank you for your kind words. We are so pleased that your dad felt happy and settled at Eckington Court, and I will pass your words onto the staff. Kind Regards, Trudy Godley.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 08 April 2020Good
- 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 (3) & Events (0)
- 10 Mar 2026
We are excited to announce the official opening of our Reconnect Mental Health Care Community at Eckington Court in Derbyshire. This specialist service has been created to support older people...
- 04 Mar 2025
The tradition of Valentine’s Day began back in 496 AD, and couples ever since have used February 14th as an opportunity to celebrate all things love and romance. We decided...
- 28 Feb 2025
We're thrilled to announce that Orchard Care Homes has been selected as a finalist in not one, but two prestigious categories at the HealthInvestor Awards! As finalists in ‘Specialist Care...
There are no upcoming events for Eckington Court Nursing Home.
Awards / Recognitions (6)
- 03 Mar 2026Recipient: Eckington Court Nursing Home
- 15 Jun 2024Recipient: Orchard Healthcare Group
- 16 Nov 2023Recipient: Orchard Healthcare Group
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Eckington Court Nursing Home.
Meet the Team (1)

My name is Trudy Godley and I am the Home Manager here at Eckington Court Care Home in Derbyshire. I have worked in the care sector for over 30 years and I have been a Manager at this Orchard Care Home since 2017.
Frequently Asked Questions about Eckington Court Nursing Home
What types of Care is Eckington Court Nursing 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 Eckington Court Nursing Home have?
There are 50 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Eckington Court Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Eckington Court Nursing Home to the centre of Sheffield?
6.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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