Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home

Sceptone Grove, Shafton, Barnsley S72 8NP
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  • Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home, Barnsley
Holly Tree Lodge EMI Care Home in Barnsley offers an ideal environment for older people and adults with dementia, supporting a peaceful and relaxing lifestyle, whilst having the attention of carers and remaining in close proximity to local amenities.

Registered Nurses working with trained Care Assistants also offer a respite and day care service, which adds to a pleasant social atmosphere, while there are many activities to get involved with and personal interests supported.

Holly Tree Lodge Care Home has been awarded the Bronze Award as part of the Armed Forces Covenant Employee Recognition Scheme in April 2025.
This prestigious recognition reflects ongoing commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community — including veterans, reservists, and military families — in both workplace and wider community initiatives.

Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • 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 41 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
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1500 – £2000
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1500 – £2000
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1500 – £2000
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1500 – £2500
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1500 – £2000
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1500 – £2000
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1500 – £2000
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1500 – £2000

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

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 £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Kasia Szatowska (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Residents over 50 years
  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 1988
  • Last Refurbishment: 2021
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (41)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (10)

Visiting

  • Open Visiting

Parking

  • A car park in front of reception at the home and also a car park to the rear of the property.

Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home Reviews (93)

9.9

Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.894) out of 10, based on 41 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home has 93 reviews.

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Review from Barbara W (Wife of Resident) published on 23 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so happy with Holly Tree Lodge.
It's the best home my husband has been in, the staff are very helpful and know what they are doing. He has had some bad times in other places and has been very unsettled which worried me and the family! I know now he is very settled and happy, I cannot thank all
the staff for all their help and kindness they have given to my husband and my family. Thanks again.
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Review from L A (Mother of Resident) published on 20 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very welcoming friendly staff, very helpful.
Reply from Thomas Ogden, Head of Development and Engagement at Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your positive comments regarding our home and team.

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Review from Claire L (Brother of Resident) published on 20 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff and manager were excellent. My brother seems very well looked after in the short space of time he's been there he has come on leaps and bounds.
Reply from Thomas Ogden, Head of Development and Engagement at Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your positive comments regarding our home and team.

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Review from Susan L (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot fault all the members of staff at Holly Tree Lodge EMI Care Home. Nothing is too much trouble. My mum has made to feel welcome and is very much cared for, clean bedroom and excellent food. Excellent car/nursing home and would highly recommend to anyone needing care.
Reply from Thomas Ogden, Head of Development and Engagement at Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your positive comments regarding our home and team.

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Review from J R (Friend of Resident) published on 10 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fabulous staff, can't do enough for residents and families. The entertainment crew are absolutely amazing and do their utmost in difficult situations, well done ladies. You both go above and beyond to try and make Holly Tree Lodge EMI Care Home such a happy home.
Reply from Thomas Ogden, Head of Development and Engagement at Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your positive comments regarding our home and team.

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Review from Mark H (Son of Resident) published on 21 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
The staff have been caring and supportive of both my father and family during his illness and passing. Management has been very supportive and a special thank you to the night staff and nurses for their helpfulness. A big thank you to the home.
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Review from Marley S (Grandson of Resident) published on 21 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is an absolutely wonderful care home and really took care of my grandmother well, such a comfortable heartwarming atmosphere.
Reply from Andrew Savage, Managing Director at Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home

This is really kind, thanks for taking the time to give the manager and her team this wonderful feedback, Kind regards.

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Review from Betty P (Wife of Resident) published on 21 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care and treatment that my husband receives are excellent, his care is wonderful. Thank you to all the staff for your care for my husband.
Reply from Andrew Savage, Managing Director at Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home

Thank you so much for the positive feedback, the staff and manager will really appreciate your kind words, Kind regards.

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Review from Lorraine J (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mam has really settled here. I have every confidence that she is looked after. Mam can hit out at staff cause she is set in her ways, but the staff just take it, and if doesn't hit them, it's a bonus. This care home is Mam's forever home. You have to sign in at the front desk and are greeted by the
very pleasant staff and let in through the key-coded door. All the staff great you with a smile.
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Review from George J (Husband of Resident) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been impressed with the staff, facilities and care provided at Holly Tree Lodge during a difficult time in the Covid epidemic. My enquiries have always been dealt with courteously and efficiently.
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Review from Samantha S (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum is suffering from mid-late-stage dementia. After a number of distressing experiences in other 'care' homes, we found Holly Tree Lodge EMI Care Home. (Thank goodness!) The care, understanding, support and compassion that they give to my mum is exceptional! We (me and my dad) also feel very welcome.
I cannot thank them enough! Brilliant.
Reply from Thomas Ogden, Head of Development and Engagement at Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home

What a lovely review. Thank you so much, Samantha, we really appreciate the time you have taken to submit this. We will share your comments with our incredible staff team.

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Review from David W (Son of Resident) published on 27 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We have been very happy with the care my dad has had and think all the staff are wonderful people. The staff make my dad and us feel like part of a family.
Reply from Thomas Ogden, Head of Development and Engagement at Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home

Thank you very much David for this review of our home. We really appreciate your feedback and we are glad you are happy with the care your dad receives.

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Review from Dean H (Son of Resident) published on 27 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with the care home and the care he's receiving. Can't comment on management, but seems nice enough. If we have a problem, the care staff act on it straight away. Very helpful. As for value for money, can't comment as still to be sorted.
Reply from Thomas Ogden, Head of Development and Engagement at Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home

Thank you very much, we really appreciate the time you have taken to complete this review.

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Review from N J (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 20 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From entering the building you are greeted with a smiling face. Safety is covered by signing in using a censored register, before being allowed into the dining area. All the staff are full of energy, pleasant and very professional. The entire social area is clean and tidy with plenty of seating for
residents. The food is cooked on site and often has my stomach grumbling with the scent of it as it wafts through the sitting area. The ladies and gentlemen on the staff have patience in an abundance and it is often needed when residents are having a difficult day. I feel comfortable leaving my grandmother here after each visit, as I know she is very well taken care of. She is in clean and dry clothes when we visit, as are the other residents and if an accident is had, they are cleaned up in a private zone of the home, to help them keep their dignity. I cannot thank the staff enough for the level of care they provide.
Reply from Thomas Ogden, Head of Development and Engagement at Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home

Thank you so much for this lovely review. We really appreciate the time you have taken to complete this. Out team are fantastic here and this review just shows how attentive and caring they really are.

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Review from J E (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Holly Tree Lodge go above and beyond to give the best care to the residents, maintaining their dignity and interacting with them at all times. I cannot praise them enough - even with the pressures all care services are contending with at the moment, all the staff here go above and beyond
to provide a kind, caring environment for everyone. The food is good, home cooked and wholesome. Visitors are made welcome, and although rooms are simply decorated, they are exceptionally clean, and adding personal objects to make them feel more homely is actively encouraged, so residents can have familiar things around them. We as a family were shown the utmost care and concern during the period leading up to mums passing. People matter, and the people here really do work hard to give the best care possible.
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Review from Patricia B (Wife of Resident) published on 20 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff are all very good. If there was anything wrong, I had a call to let me know.
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Review from Janet H (Wife of Resident) published on 8 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
No concerns at the moment.
Carers excellent.
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Review from S S (Son of Resident) published on 7 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care, management and staff are very friendly and helpful. My mother is very happy here, which is the main thing.
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Review from P A (Brother of Resident) published on 3 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I find Holly Tree Lodge EMI Care Home very good. I find the staff to be very pleasant. The management are always happy to help.
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Review from K D (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father has been a resident since December 2021 and he is very happy at Holly Tree Lodge. Every aspect of the care staff have provided, from keeping him and his room clean, ensuring he eats well and helping him to feel safe and comfortable have contributed to further improvement in his well-being.
He smiles a great deal now and enjoys being in the social areas more and more. The staff, from cleaners, carers, nurses, cooks to admin and management are all friendly and engaged with the residents and nothing is too much trouble. As a visitor, I always feel welcome too. He has some continuing health issues and it is so reassuring to see the careful monitoring and management of his conditions the nursing staff provide. I really enjoy visiting and enjoy the happy atmosphere between residents, staff and visitors. It is a welcoming place to be.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.894)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.894) out of 10 for Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 41 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 41 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 4.894 for Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (438 Excellents x 5) + (39 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 483 Ratings = 4.894
  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 Holly Tree Lodge EMI Nursing Home is based on 41 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 41 registered maximum number of service users is 8.2, which has been reached with 41 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.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 21 Nov 2019

Overall Good

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  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England. View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

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Meet the Team (9)

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Anna Makowska

Job Title: Deputy Manager RGN Joined: 2021

"I began my journey into the care home as a Registered Nurse, ready to face the challenges. Although it was a test, I also found many positive aspects. After a year, I was promoted to the position of Deputy Manager, which allowed me to gain further experience. Both roles have given me a lot of satisfaction and enabled me to find fulfilment in my work. Alongside the residents and their families, we can genuinely say that we are building the Holly Tree Lodge Family."


"Our care and dedication make this place truly special. I really appreciate the strong support from Andrew and Steve and the managers, their frequent visits, attention to detail and their commitment to promoting staff training. These aspects make our company a great place to work."

Sarah

Sarah McLintock

Job Title: Administrator Joined: 2012

Sarah came to Holly Tree and was initially employed as the activities coordinator, then was promoted to Senior Care Assistant. She decided to take a different career path and became a home administrator.


"We are a family at Holly Tree and I love working here, the owners are willing to help with anything you need."

Desire

Desire Peters

Job Title: RGN Joined: 2021

My name is Desire, and I’m a Registered General Nurse (RGN) at Holly Tree Lodge, where I’ve worked for several years. I truly enjoy my role, especially supporting individuals with challenging behaviour and mental health needs. We have a great team at Holly Tree Lodge, and we support each other to ensure all our residents receive the highest standard of care.

Hayley

Hayley Hirst

Job Title: Team Leader Joined: 2023

My name is Hayley and I work at Holly Tree Lodge as a Team Leader. I truly enjoy being part of this team for many reasons—the welcoming atmosphere, the wonderful colleagues I work alongside, and of course, our amazing residents.
I believe we’ve created a supportive and positive environment where both staff and residents feel valued. We work together closely, and that teamwork really shines through in the care we provide. It’s a place where everyone looks out for each other, and I’m proud to be part of it.

Kasia

Kasia Szatowska

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2021

I’ve worked as the Registered Manager at Holly Tree Lodge for several years, and it’s a role I truly enjoy. What makes this place special is the people—the dedicated team I work with every day and the wonderful residents we support.
There’s a real sense of community here. We face challenges together, support one another, and celebrate the progress and small wins along the way. It’s incredibly rewarding to see the positive impact we make in our residents’ lives. Holly Tree Lodge feels more like a family than just a workplace, and that’s what makes it so fulfilling for me.

Samantha

Samantha Dudley

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2021

I love working at Holly Tree Lodge — this is true. My work is often under pressure, with tight timescales and daily challenges, but this is exactly what motivates me every single day. I enjoy making a difference in people’s lives, supporting our residents, and ensuring that, despite their mental or physical conditions, they still have a good quality of life

Jessica

Jessica Jones

Job Title: Chef Joined: 2008

My name is Jessica, and I work at Holly Tree Lodge as a chef. I truly enjoy working here because every day brings a new opportunity to make a difference. Cooking for our residents isn’t just about preparing meals — it’s about bringing comfort, joy, and a sense of home to people who deserve the very best.

Alan and Nathan

Alan and Nathan

Job Title: Painters Joined: 2012

We are painters and decorators for Trust Care Ltd, and we’re often working at Holly Tree Lodge. Our job is to make sure the environment feels warm, welcoming, and truly homely for the residents. We understand how important it is for people to live in a space that’s not only safe and clean but also beautifully decorated and comforting

Emma

Emma

Job Title: Activity Coordinator Joined: 2023

My name is Emma, and I’m the Lead of Activity Coordination at Holly Tree Lodge. I plan and lead engaging, meaningful activities that bring joy, connection, and purpose to our residents’ lives. Every smile, laugh, and shared moment makes my role truly rewarding

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