The Old Vicarage

Stretton Road, Clay Cross, Chesterfield S45 9AQ
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The Old Vicarage is a family-run, award-winning care home providing affordable quality care in Clay Cross, Derbyshire.

The friendly, well-trained team ensures high standards of residential and dementia care in a comfortable, caring and compassionate environment.

Resident happiness and well-being is at the heart of the home and dedicated activity coordinators provide a daily fun, engaging and stimulating social programme designed to encourage residents to lead a fulfilled, happy and enriched life.

Dementia care is supported with sensory areas, reminiscence activities and memory boxes. A minibus means residents frequently get out and about on day trips to places of local interest.

Set within almost two acres, beautifully converted and including a modern extension, the Old Vicarage has a range of large, comfortable, mostly en-suite bedrooms and spacious communal lounges.

Tasty meals are served in dining rooms overlooking the mature sensory gardens, which also have a shaded patio seating area and an aviary.

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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Eating Disorders
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 44 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Day Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke

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
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Jordele Folkes (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2013
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (44)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (7)

The Old Vicarage Reviews (93)

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The Old Vicarage has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.930) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Old Vicarage has 93 reviews.

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Review from G H (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 27 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely warm and welcoming atmosphere. People are cared for. A variety of lounges to choose from quiet - activities. I personally feel assured that great care is being given so do not worry about any issues.

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Review from Ruby F (Goddaughter of Resident) published on 20 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My godfather was in The Old Vicarage for Respite care just after Christmas and New Year. I went on a couple of occasions to see him as we all did to keep his spirits up but actually he was very happy staying there anyway. The care staff work flat out (could do with an extra a pair of hands at times)
to make sure residents get the care they need. It’s a very busy home and I guess the residents can be demanding but the staff seemed to have it in control. The manager seemed friendly and proactive. As a family, we would use The Old Vicarage again if we needed to.

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Review from Z L (Friend of Resident) published on 19 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I'm always impressed when I visit my friend's mother with her at this home. It has a lovely feel and the staff seem very friendly. There's always an activity going on and it's spacious. Last time I went they had done separate dining rooms which looked great! My friend's mother seems very happy here.
I have known her years so it's nice to see her settled.

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Review from C C (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 December 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff at The Old Vicarage are welcoming, courteous and friendly towards residents and visitors. The rooms are basic and adequate but could do with refurbishing. The garden is rather neglected. Items of clothing are frequently missing, even though they are clearly labelled. Furthermore, items of
clothing not belonging to residents are found in drawers and wardrobes.
A full list of daily activities is drawn up every month and outings are arranged. Food and drinks are plentiful and my father seems content.
Overall the home is a warm and caring place for residents.

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Review from C W (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely staff - warm and friendly.
My mum is very happy here.
Than you for all you do.

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Review from J D (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother came here for a respite stay. All the staff are lovely and caring. The home is bright and clean and a very warm feel. I go home knowing my mum is safe and well looked after.

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Review from Chelsea B (Niece of Resident) published on 17 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Been a regular visitor to The Old Vicarage to see my auntie. Always welcomed with a smile, hello and how are you?. My Auntie has always been treated with the utmost respect and dignity. I cannot fault the care given to my Auntie.

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Review from Jeff F (Son of Resident) published on 10 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

In general, I find the staff quite sociable. Activities are good. Food and beverages are quite good also. Menu is good and varied. Nice setting for a place which helps the atmosphere.

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Review from Lesley G (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would recommend anyone to come and stay at the Old Vicarage, it's very welcoming and every one of the staff can't do enough for you. The ladies in the office are absolutely fantastic.

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Review from Victor P (Husband of Resident) published on 28 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My families three experiences with The Old Vicarage care home has been a satisfying experience. The care and well being of my wife, and the families mother, has been very good. She is always clean and nicely dressed and seems very content in her environment, she enjoys her meals, and although she can't
join in, she is happy with what happens around her. We do thank the organisation and the management and staff at The Old Vicarage.

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Review from H M (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are very friendly and helpful. I always get a phone call if Mum has had to see the doctor or has had a fall. The staff are very good with Mum as she no longer walks and has dementia. They know what she likes and dislikes. The Old Vicarage has recently been repainted and had new flooring and
has a very clean and bright feel to it. Mum has a ground floor room which has a lovely aspect over the gardens, which are well maintained.

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Review from Ian J (Son of Resident) published on 4 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All staff are attentive and aware of my mother and her needs.

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Review from E O (Relative of Resident) published on 19 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Love visiting The Old Vicarage. Everyone is so nice and the staff look after everyone so well. It is always clean and smells fresh. I can see from the display walls that there are always activities to get involved in. It is clear that management care a lot about the home, its residents and their staff.

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Review from Jessica B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 19 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandma moved to this home a few weeks ago, and I can't speak highly enough of the staff the dignity showed to my grandma. The staff are polite and make me feel welcomed to the home. I would recommend this home to anybody that asked me

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Review from A H (Grandson of Resident) published on 19 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandad has recently moved into The Old Vicarage and I cannot praise the management and staff enough. Everyone has been so kind and welcoming. My grandad has settled well and enjoys being around people. The food always looks lovely and the home always seems to have lots of activities going on. I
would definitely recommend the home to anyone.

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Review from Louise (Niece of Resident) published on 19 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Really impressed with the care here. Clean home with lovely staff, my Auntie is very happy here. She loved it over Christmas with the panto, fayre and meal out. Big thank you to all the staff, they do a wonderful job.

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Review from Dawn H (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My experience with The Old Vicarage has been a very pleasurable journey so far, from the visit assessment to the facilities the home provides for its residents. My mum is extremely well cared for. Her room is always fresh, clean and tidy. I cannot begin to describe how amazing all the staff are they
are a great team.

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Review from Margaret H (Friend of Resident) published on 14 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visit my friend frequently and always find the home to be very clean, the staff are all very friendly and do everything they can to help answer any questions I may have.
The manager is very professional and always has time to tell me how my friend is getting on and I know she is well looked after
and is very settled in the home.

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Review from I A (Wife of Resident) published on 6 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely place and lovely staff.

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Review from David S (Great-grandson of Resident) published on 4 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Can't give this home enough praise, it's clean, very pleasant and staff are the best I have seen in a care home.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.930)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.930) out of 10 for The Old Vicarage is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.930 for The Old Vicarage is calculated as follows: ( (199 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 214 Ratings = 4.93

  • b) 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 Old Vicarage is based on 18 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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

    • ii) 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 44 registered maximum number of service users is 8.8, which has been reached with 18 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 9 Jun 2023

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Requires improvement

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    Good

  • Effective

    Requires improvement

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Meet the Team (3)

Jordelle

Jordelle Folkes

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2022

With an extensive background in care, my passion is to enhance and enrich our resident's quality of life and ensure the Old Vicarage is a superb place to live or work.

Catherine

Catherine Lock

Job Title: Mobility Assessor

“I meet with our new residents to assess their mobility. My role is unique as I don’t know of any other care homes that have an assessor with my experience as a physiotherapist. I’m able to make a genuine difference by really getting to know our resident's individual needs.”

Naomi

Naomi Jones

Job Title: Hospitality Manager

Joined: 2021

“My main focus is to ensure our residents (and their relatives and friends) truly experience the finest of everything we have to offer here at the Old Vicarage. From themed dining to fabulous social events. My aim is to support them to live life as they choose, and to do it with a little bit of luxury!”

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