Water Royd House Nursing Home

Locke Road, Gilroyd, Dodworth, Barnsley S75 3QH
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Water Royd House is located in Gilroyd, a small village near to Barnsley town centre. The home has easy access to the M1. Local shops, library, hairdressers, surgery, pharmacy, public house and post office are all closeby.

Water Royd House provides accommodation for residents in single rooms with en-suite facilities. All rooms are fully carpeted and decorated to a high standard. Each room contains a television, nurse call system, fire detection, bed, and chest of drawers.

The home has a well maintained garden and a secluded patio for residents to enjoy in summer months. Parking is available for up to 20 cars.
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Care Provided

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
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 62 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

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

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1375
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1430
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1595
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1650

Prices are subject to an individual care needs assessment and the type of room and services chosen. Please contact us for further information.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Water Royd House 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

Person in charge

  • Catherine Smith (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (62)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (10)

Visiting

  • No restrictions

Parking

  • Parking available onsite for visitors

Water Royd House Nursing Home Reviews (90)

9.6

Water Royd House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.624) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Water Royd House Nursing Home has 90 reviews.

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Review from J P (Partner of Resident) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
In spite of my partner not waiting to be in a care home, he is well cared for. I see him most days and although his illness causes mood swings, the drug regime stabilises him. We are disappointed that room refurbishment is taking years, now looking shabby in comparison to other homes, especially considering
the fees. Staff shortages are sometimes a problem. Overall good.
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Review from J T (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father went into Water Royd in August 2023. This move was hard for both my father and me, his daughter. Emotions were high and we were both very scared and upset. The management and staff at Water Royd were fabulous. They were caring and loving from the first day and showed obvious care for my father
throughout his stay. They made what was a difficult circumstance a very bearable experience for both of us. They made me feel extremely welcome on all visits and the communication when I was not there was excellent. I cannot thank them enough and would recommend them to anyone wanting first-class care. Thank you, I will never forget.
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Review from Gillian B (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both parents moved into Water Royd early August 2023, after looking around several other care homes.
Water Royd is definitely the best of all we saw. All staff are friendly and welcoming and nothing is too much trouble. The rooms and communal areas are clean, contemporary, and well-equipped, and the
homemade meals are delicious and plentiful.
Both Mum and Dad are very comfortable and happy to be here.
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Review from Alison W (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After leaving hospital and being in respite care Dad moved in to Water Royd a week before Mum could. It was the longest week ever, when she moved in she was completely different - more relaxed and settled.
I can't thank the staff at Water Royd enough for all they've done and how welcoming they've been
to all our family. Water Royd does feel like our extended family! Thank you!
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Review from Jacquie M (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This care home was excellent in looking after our father in the last few months of his life. The warmth of the team was impressive, helpfulness superb as nothing was ever too much bother. As a family, they supported us, giving us time to talk or a shoulder to cry on. We could see the genuine affection
for our father, and he was treated with dignity and kindness to the end.
A big thanks to everyone who works in the home
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Review from L N (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been in Water Royd since February, the care she receives is outstanding in every way. Everyone is treated with respect and dignity, a fabulous lifestyle team who entertains.
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Review from Susan B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 31 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Put Mum into respite to see how she likes it, never done it before, but my husband and I want her safe while we have a holiday later in the year. She said she had really enjoyed it, all the staff were wonderful, and she couldn't thank them enough. Enjoyed the meals and really enjoyed the entertainment.
She said it was really nice to have some company. We know when she goes in again that she will be well looked after, and we won't have to worry about her when we go away. A big well done, and thank you to all staff.
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Review from L M (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We were so pleased to find our mum a nursing home where we feel she is safe and looked after. So far staff made mum feel welcome from the beginning, have lots of care and compassion. Water Royd House Nursing Home have also made my Dad feel welcome and have been very accommodating to us as a family.
After a previous bad experience for Mum in a care home, Water Royd has been our security blanket, and we cannot thank them enough
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Review from J G (Grandson of Resident) published on 9 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandad stayed at Water Royd House Nursing Home for a few months leading to his passing. The staff were fabulous, very attentive and caring. Management assisted my parents with financial worries which was a big help. Overall, I could not have wished for my grandad to have stayed anywhere else in
his last days.
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Review from David B (Husband of Resident) published on 9 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The home is trying desperately to overcome all the downsides of Covid when they were unable to entertain the residents to the previous levels. They are constantly reviewing everything in the home, from the environment to meals and staffing, for the benefit of the residents to give them the best living
experience possible.
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Review from Hollie S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 13 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My grandma moved here after previously staying in a home that did not care for her properly. Her health had declined, and she needed nursing care. My grandma had not spoken to us for six-plus months and no longer recognised us. Two months later, with the care she has received and the care she deserves,
she is a different person! The best she has been in a very long time and talks to not only us but the staff too, which speaks for itself! Staff are lovely. Nothing is too much trouble, and my grandma is happy! We can't thank the staff enough for their support and care. Thank you for giving me my grandma back.
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Review from Mandy S (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
When my mum left the previous care home, she no longer recognised me and had stopped talking. Due to the excellent care provided here, she has improved greatly. Staff are lovely, friendly and caring, and we can't praise them enough. The management team are always available if needed and discuss any
concerns you may have and resolve them quickly or offer a full explanation so that you feel happy and content that your loved ones are safe and cared for.
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Review from C R (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 29 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Despite being shorthanded, the staff are excellent. It does require more staff before they burn out. Once again, staffing shortages in the kitchen department create issues around tea time and supper time choices and lunchtime options.
Reply from Catherine Smith, Manager at Water Royd House Nursing Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to review the home, we are pleased to say that we have some amazing new team members joining the home shortly which is going to help with the areas that you mentioned.

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Review from Lisa L (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 June 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff are very helpful and have been amazing with the care of my dad.
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Review from V P (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't review Mum's room as, under Covid restrictions, I am not able to visit in Mum's room. Since moving to Water Royd my mum is happy and settled. The food is excellent as are the activities. The staff are always happy, friendly, kind and helpful. I only have one negative comment and that is sometimes
Mum is dressed in items of clothing that are not hers. Other than that, so far, I have found my overall experience of Water Royd to be excellent.
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Review from H B (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been cared for by Water Royd House since May 2019. She has received excellent treatment and attention. Despite all the complications the Covid pandemic has brought I have had regular contact and updates on Mum's well-being and can see she is happy and content in her surroundings. Well done to
all the staff and a big thank you.
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Review from L W (Wife of Resident) published on 6 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I feel my husband has been well cared for and seems quite content. The staff are very friendly and caring. Any request has been attended to. The food is good and plentiful. It was so very hard not to see him for long periods during Covid. Sadly, we are back in that position again.
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Review from Deborah T (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lovely, kind and thoughtful staff who help Mum on a daily basis, we haven't seen her room due to Covid restrictions so can't comment on this. Mum's clothes and belongings often go missing. Would be nice to visit her in private in her own room, also I think activities are restricted due to Covid. The
staff always keep us up to date with any health issues and have put measures in place to stop her falling - would like to thank the staff for their kindness.
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Review from Annie L (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum recently had two weeks respite here. She was unsure and anxious about going in. She has had excellent care including an unplanned visit to the doctor. The staff treated Mum with dignity and kept me informed at every stage. It has been a weight off of my shoulders!
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Review from Judy T (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The home is always welcoming with warm and friendly staff who are obliging and helpful. They are very caring to Mum and show a good understanding of her and her needs. They couldn't be more obliging and caring.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.624)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.624) out of 10 for Water Royd House Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 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 4.624 for Water Royd House Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (188 Excellents x 5) + (69 Goods x 4) + (17 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 274 Ratings = 4.624
  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 Water Royd House Nursing Home is based on 23 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 62 registered maximum number of service users is 12.4, which has been reached with 23 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: 6 Mar 2019

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Catherine

Catherine Smith

Job Title: Care Manager

My name is Catherine Smith and I am the Registered Manager of Water Royd House Nursing Home in Barnsley, South Yorkshire.


Water Royd House is a purpose-built 62-bedded care home that caters for residential, nursing and residential dementia. I have worked for Maria Mallaband Care Group for eight years, starting out as a part-time Registered Nurse and have slowly worked up the ranks to become the Manager, a post which I have held for the past two years. I have 19 years experience as a Registered Nurse, working within the private sector. I have recently completed my level 4 in leadership and management and hope to further my academic career.

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