The Meadows

76/78 Mansfield Road, Alfreton DE55 7JL
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  • The Meadows, Alfreton
The Meadows in Alfreton are immensely proud to hold the Quality Premium Award from Derbyshire County Council and to have consistently achieved excellent scores in the annual NHS audit of nursing care (98.46% in the most recent audit).

The Meadows is a purpose-built care home surrounded by landscaped gardens. An inviting patio is much used by residents, particularly on a warm and sunny day.

Home-cooked meals cater for all dietary and cultural needs, and snacks and hot and cold drinks are available 24 hours a day. And of course, family and friends are welcome to join their relative for meals.

On the social front, an activities coordinator organises entertainment and in-house activities to suit all tastes, including baking and crafts, flower arranging and much more.

Above all, highly experienced nurses and carers are devoted to making residents feel both nurtured and at home.

The team are proud to constantly receive positive testimonials for their hard work.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 70 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Rachel Squire (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2025
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (62)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (4)

The Meadows Reviews (99)

9.8

The Meadows has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.781) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Meadows has 99 reviews.

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Review from Jeanette F (Niece of Resident) published on 25 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really pleased with the care given to my uncle.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your lovely review it is much appreciated

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Review from Marilyn H (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We were satisfied with the care given to our mother. She was there for end-of-life care. I was sat with her most days with the door open. I never heard a raised voice or complaint from anyone. The staff were pleasant and kind and always came when I requested help for her. With regards to food, she hardly
ate anything but there were carers trying to coax her.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your kind words, they are greatly appreciated by all the staff.

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Review from B F (Son of Resident) published on 6 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Good communication regarding my mother's health and well being.
Always looks well cared for when I visit.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your review, it is very much appreciated.

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Review from Ian G (Son of Resident) published on 23 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff and care workers are caring and diligent towards Mum and I have no complaints at all. Thanks to all for their efforts during the covid era. I cannot comment on Mum's room as I have never seen it - covid rules.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your kind words. I will pass your lovely review onto our staff.

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Review from N W (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am delighted that my mum is here. When I visit, she is well dressed and looks cared for. Since February 2021, I have not had to worry knowing she is well looked after. During Covid, I've felt that she, and I as a visitor, are safe. I've not been in Mum's room due to Covid, but know that things have
been put up to cheer my mum.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your kind words. I will pass your lovely review onto our staff.

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Review from Michael H (Husband of Resident) published on 1 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The palliative care my wife received was excellent and all the carers were very professional and polite.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your lovely words, I will ensure that they are passed onto all the staff.

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Review from B H (Partner of Resident) published on 13 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My spouse arrived at Rose Court in the evening; we were both welcomed warmly. After settling him in, I was allowed to be with him, reassure him where he was, and he was safe. Over his last six days, he was cared for with compassion and dignity. I and my family were also looked after through a traumatic
time. I cannot emphasise how much this helped. All the staff were welcoming and professional at all times.
Reply from Michelle Sanders, Home Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your kind words. I will pass your lovely review onto our staff.

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Review from Christine P (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My parents moved into The Meadows in February 2021. I could not wish for a more caring environment for them during a very difficult period of adjustment. Since then, my father has passed away, all the staff were a great source of strength and comfort to my mother and myself. Because my mother is a resident
at The Meadows, it has allowed me to be her daughter again.
Reply from Michelle Sanders, Home Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your lovely review. I will pass your kind words onto our staff.

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Review from Karen E (Wife of Resident) published on 15 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband passed away on 19th June 2021. He was only at Rose Court for three days, but the staff were fantastic, caring and helpful, always asking if we needed anything. They are a credit to the home. Thank you so much for looking after my husband in his last few days of his life.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you so much for your kind words; they are much appreciated by all the staff.

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Review from Graham L (Nephew of Resident) published on 19 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Although my aunt has recently passed away, for over the last 2 years she had been a resident of The Meadows Care Home. During this time she has received excellent care from the staff. The staff have always been helpful and compassionate in their care; knowing the needs of my aunt, which has helped to
allay any concerns. All knew my aunt and when asked could readily inform me how she was, what activities she had taken part in and what she was wearing. Despite being disabled through a stroke the staff ensured she was always well dressed, her hair done and smart - always important to my aunt. With the difficulties caused by the coronavirus for the last year, the staff have also had to virtually take on the role of family for this period, which clearly has been difficult for all and which I greatly appreciate and thank them for.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your lovely review; your kind words are very much appreciated by all the staff.

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Review from Brendan O (Son of Resident) published on 22 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was living in Lavender Court up until just before Christmas. Then she was moved to Rose Court. She was looked after and cared for by great loving staff in both Lavender Court and Rose Court, which I cannot thank them enough. Nothing was too much trouble for them with the residents or visitors.
Very highly recommended.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you so much for your lovely review, your kind words are much appreciated by all the staff.

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Review from Nicky S (Relative of Resident) published on 10 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have had three family members cared for by the staff at the Meadows (Rose Court); they were treated with dignity and respect. They deserved compassion and understanding for the relatives. Every member of staff from carers, domestic and kitchen staff gave the upmost care in giving my loved ones a comfortable
transition into their next life.
I would highly recommend The Meadows.
Thank you, everyone.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your lovely review; your kind words are very much appreciated.

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Review from Sue H (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Rose Court are absolutely wonderful. Nothing was too much trouble. They were there not only for our Dad but for us as a family too. He was treated with the utmost care and dignity, for which we will be forever grateful. Unfortunately, our Dad died recently, and the staff are still there
for us. They genuinely care for the residents and their families too.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your lovely review; your kind words are much appreciated by all of the staff.

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Review from Mary B (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother had her final days in The Meadows, and the staff were fantastic in every way caring for mum, and for us, as a family. Giving us support at this difficult time in our lives, and for this, I am forever grateful. You all do an amazing job, especially in this difficult time with the pandemic.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your lovely review of our services; it is very much appreciated, and I will ensure that your kind words are passed onto the staff.

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Review from Lisa P (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 9 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My beloved grandma was a resident at Rose Court and well, what can I say, the care was just outstanding! The compassion shown by all members of staff from nurses, carers, cleaners, kitchen staff and beyond was just amazing. They ensured my grandma's individual needs were met and were so supportive of
her family too. Sadly, we lost my grandma recently, and that same care and compassion were demonstrated with utmost dignity throughout.


Thank you to all at Rose Court for all you have done for my grandma. You made her last few months of life safe, relaxed and enjoyable for her, and we will be forever thankful.

Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for such a lovely review; your kind words mean a lot to us all.

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Review from Lynda O (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 9 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother-in-law had been in the care of Lavender Court for about a year, then on to Rose Court. She soon settled into Lavender Court, where we felt she was safe and enjoying games etc. Then on to Rose Court at end of life; she was given the utmost care from both homes from all the staff. Appreciate
all they did to keep Mum comfortable; forever grateful.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your lovely review, your kind words are very much appreciated by all the staff.

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Review from Karen M (Wife of Resident) published on 4 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
Talk about kicking someone when are down! This is the only way I can express how angry I am about the way my husband has been treated.
The food is disgusting. Carers are lazy.
The icing on the cake was Friday. A seriously ill man, needing medical attention by the hospital, was fobbed off for the best
part of 10 hours.
Absolutely disgusting. I have made a report to CQC. I’m going to take legal advice for negligence.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

We are sorry that you feel that your husband did not receive the care you expected during his short stay at The Meadows and we take concerns extremely seriously. We will investigate these issues thoroughly and we shall speak with you privately in due course.
It is really unfortunate that you were unable to visit the home to experience our service first-hand like other relatives before the pandemic. We receive frequent praise and plaudits for the care that they support our residents with. Our clinical staff are very experienced and work with GP’s and District Nurses regularly to ensure residents are receiving the best care.
We provide a freshly cooked menu from our experienced catering team. We have a 5* food hygiene rating and receive many positive comments. We understand not everyone has the same taste so we cater for individual needs too.
Again, we are sorry that you feel this way and will work with you to ensure your concerns are addressed.

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Review from Jane W (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum was only with The Meadows for a short time on discharge from the hospital with a broken hip and dementia. The care she received was excellent. The staff did everything they could to help her. They were so kind to both my mum and me, and you can't buy kindness.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your kind words I will ensure that they are passed onto all the care staff.

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Review from Helena C (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 November 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have really appreciated the care the staff have shown during this difficult time. They have managed to organise some innovative socially distanced ways that have helped me to see my father, and for him to see us. A very big thank you!
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for your lovely words; they are much appreciated.

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Review from Robert T (Son of Resident) published on 30 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been a full-term resident of here since March 2020. Despite the incredibly difficult conditions that all the staff are working in due to the global pandemic of the coronavirus, the staff have been excellent. They have tried everything they can to enable me to keep in contact with my mum including
Skype calls, garden visits, window visits and most recently hallway visits. The staff are caring and very professional.
Reply from Lindsay Adlington, Administration Manager at The Meadows

Thank you for such a lovely review; I will ensure that your kind words are passed onto the staff.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.781)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.781) out of 10 for The Meadows is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 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 4.781 for The Meadows is calculated as follows: ( (162 Excellents x 5) + (34 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 201 Ratings = 4.781
  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 The Meadows is based on 17 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 70 registered maximum number of service users is 14, which has been reached with 17 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.

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Michelle

Michelle Sanders

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2013

Since leaving school at the age of 16, I have worked in adult social care, with both the elderly and those with learning disabilities.


I started my career as a care assistant with Nottinghamshire County Council and worked my way up to a management position over a period of 15 years. During this time I completed my NVQ Level 4 in Care and Level 4 in Management and then went on to complete my Leadership and Management in Care Services Award.


I left Nottinghamshire County Council after 22 years looking for a new venture and joined the team at the Meadows as their Registered Manager in 2013.

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