Byron Lodge Care Home

Dryden Road, West Melton, Wath-upon-Dearne, Rotherham S63 6EN
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  • Byron Lodge Care Home, Rotherham
Byron Lodge Nursing Home is a modern purpose-built home offering a high standard of nursing and residential care in a luxury setting to elderly people in South Yorkshire. Residents can enjoy the comfort of large bedrooms with en-suite facilities, spacious lounges and dining areas.

The home accommodates up to 61 adults who need assistance with personal or nursing care, including those living with dementia. There is a team of highly trained and skilled staff who deliver high-quality care to all residents at Byron Lodge. Each resident’s individual needs are regularly assessed to ensure their care plans accommodate their lifestyle requirements and choices.

At Byron Lodge, the team want residents to live happy and fulfilled lives. By getting to know residents, the dedicated activity coordinators offer an extensive programme of activities and events, providing sensory stimulation through group activities and one to one sessions that meet their different passions and interests.

Mealtimes represent an important part of the day and a great social occasion. At Byron Lodge, they work to ensure this time is enjoyable as possible, unhurried and relaxed, with everyone being given plenty of time to eat and enjoy their meal while chatting and enjoying the company of friends.

The chef team use fresh ingredients, locally sourced wherever possible, to provide delicious, nutritionally balanced, seasonal meals.

Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 61 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Day Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • 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
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £890
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £935

Please note: Fees exclude Funded Nursing Care. Please enquire with the home for full pricing list.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Byron Lodge Care 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)

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Charleen Trueblood (Interim Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (61)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (61)
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9.8

Byron Lodge Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.829) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Byron Lodge Care Home has 57 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been extremely impressed by all staff at Byron Lodge. From the welcome and explanations I received on my first visit, to the fact that every member of staff makes an effort to introduce themselves and have a chat. The standards of care are very high and the staff genuinely care for the residents
and enjoy their interactions with them. There are numerous activities, which encourage the residents to engage with each other and the staff. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff. The food and drinks are plentiful and the staff keep documentation up to date throughout their shift. The place is transparent and posts regularly on social media to allow families to be aware of how their relatives are doing. I am highly delighted with the care provided to my father and cannot recommend this place enough or thank the staff enough for their dedication and support given to my father and our family as a whole.

Reply from Davey Taverner, Digital Marketing Manager at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you for the taking the time to review Byron Lodge. We appreciate your feedback and are so glad that we can provide your father the high standard of care we strive for. I will be sure to relay your warm words to the team. Thank you.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have visited several homes in the local area. My dearest friend has been at Byron Lodge for nearly 2 years and has settled in beautifully. I can only comment on things I have seen and I have to say the care has been exceptional. When I arrive I have always found her to be clean and well-kept. The
staff on her group are friendly and eager to please. My friend has been very complimentary with regards to the food and was singing the chef's praises about Christmas Dinner, which I understand from those family members that came to the home on the day was outstanding. I think that is just marvelous. I would not hesitate in recommending this home.

Reply from Davey Taverner, Digital Marketing Manager at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review Byron Lodge. We are so glad that your friend has settled in so well with us. We strive to provide the highest standard of care for each of our residents. We are thrilled that your friend is enjoying the services we offer. I will be sure to relay your warm words with the team and make sure we keep up the hard work in caring for your friend and our other residents. Thank you

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care my mum received while in Byron Lodge was outstanding, Mum was very happy here, always had a smile on her face. Each department of the facility have always been fantastic, staff can't do enough for you. My mum was very happy and felt safe there. A heartfelt thank you to all the staff for their
dedication and exceptional care.

Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you for taking the time for submitting such a lovely review for Byron Lodge. It is wonderful to hear how happy your mum was at the home and that she always had a smile on her face which must have been reassuring for you. I will share your kind comments with all the team.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum was in Byron Lodge for over a year. Until she passed away. All staff at Byron were very supportive off my mum, she was treated with dignity and respect. My mum's needs were met 100%. Doctors were called when needed. I was informed every time. From management seniors, carers, cleaners, cooks,
laundry, activities I want to say a big thank you for caring for my mum.

Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to submit a review at what must be a difficult time for you and we offer our sincere condolences. It is lovely to hear how well cared for your mum was during her time at Byron Lodge. I will share your kind comments with all the team.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff brilliant, versatility brilliant. She has been very happy here. The manager is lovely. The administration lovely, made us all beds as we have been staying here on her last few days. Could not wish for any better staff.

Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review Byron Lodge. It is always an honour to care for people at the end of their life. We appreciate all the support you and your family gave the home during your mother-in-law's stay and thank you for your kind words. We will share your lovely review with the team.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This home has looked after my mother-in-law for the last 3 and a half years. I would like to thank everyone, all staff and everyone involved in looking after her, especially in her final week. Everyone is so helpful kind and considerate. The people could not do enough for us. These people are amazing.
Thank you so much.

Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. It is wonderful to hear how well cared for your mother-in-law was during her time at Byron Lodge. It was a pleasure caring for your mother-in-law and supporting you as a family at this difficult time. We will share your kind comments with the team.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum was transferred from another care home in June 2022. On looking for a new care home the managers at Byron Lodge Care Home were the only ones who asked about Mum's needs/personality. Byron now has a new manager but I feel care has been and continues to be very good. Probably due to a core of permanent
staff from deputy’s/seniors through to cleaners; who have maintained standards and relationships. The new proposals at our last relatives meeting (yes, this care home does actually have them!) regarding more permanent and less agency staff is very reassuring. Staff who work alongside side known colleagues can function better as a team and you witness this on your visits.
We feel the staff are genuinely fond of Mum and though her communication is poor they always interact with her and include Mum in organised activities as best they can. On the one occasion I have had a concern it was addressed swiftly.
Byron Lodge is clean and Mum's clothes are washed/pressed lovely and she is freshly dressed daily.

Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you for you lovely review for Byron Lodge. It is wonderful to hear how how happy you are with all aspects of the home, particularly the person-centred approach we take, putting the needs as well as the like and dislikes of residents at the heart of everything we do. I will share your lovely comments with all the team.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Byron Lodge is quite a distance from where my dad and I live, but it is worth travelling the distance, my dad is in a good place. My first impressions when walking into Byron Lodge, is a warm and friendly feeling. The people who care for my dad are gentle and caring, always making sure he is comfortable
and looking out for his best interests.

Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you for your review and lovely comments about the home. It is always lovely to receive such positive feedback about our warm and friendly home. I will share your comments with all the team.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Caring and patient. A very community-styled care and welfare delivery. Good to see carers discuss their charges (clients), in change over and support, to alleviate distress.

Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to submit a review. It is lovely to hear how caring and patient the team are, supporting residents. I will share your comments with all the team.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am pleased to give my review of Byron Lodge, as I find it is everything I would want it to be for the care of my husband. Clean, good meals and excellent staff. I know he is in good hands and can relax, knowing he is well cared for.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We understand the care home has had some reported problems in the past, but have never experienced any ourselves. The care home now has a new manager, who seems to be implementing changes for the better. We had total support from her while obtaining the one-to-one support needed for my father. All the
staff are approachable and friendly. We have had no complaints about the care my father has had while being in Byron lodge.

Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review. It is lovely to hear what a positive experience you have always had at Byron Lodge. The new Manager of the home is working hard to make improvements for the benefit of residents and their families. She has an open door policy and welcomes feedback for the benefit of all.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so pleased my dad is in Bryon Lodge Care Home. He is really cared for by the staff and is kept so clean. They are very good with his medication. Could not ask for more.

Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to submit a review. It is lovely to hear how happy you are with Byron Lodge and how well cared for, your dad is. I will share your comments with the team.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

My mum was here for 2 years. I’m going to tell you with the virus we could not go. When we did I was not pleased. You would not leave a dog how they left my mum! I saw her Saturday and moved her today. I don’t want to disrespect my mum so I won’t put photos on here. Don’t take your parents here. I can’t
tell you how bad she looked. On a good note, we took her out today, thank god we did.

Reply from Lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to submit a review. We take all feedback about our homes, whether positive or negative, very seriously. Following the contents of your review we have looked into this further and are confident that all the residents in our care are happy, very well cared for and supported within the home, as was your mum. We believe the excellent reviews, comments and letters of thanks received by the team further supports this. The Manager in the home has an open-door policy and would have discussed any concerns you had, no matter how small. We hope your mum is as settled and happy in the new home.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Feel really happy that Dad is here. I live away and I know he’s well looked after. We managed to finally visit Dad at the weekend and every member of staff said hello to us and checked if Dad was ok as they walked past. I couldn’t ask for anything else. They are trying to find things to help dad settle
when he’s having a bad day, which I really appreciate.

Reply from lynn Billingham, Business Development Manager at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to complete a review. It is lovely to hear how happy you are with the care your dad receives, particularly as you are don't live local. I will share your wonderful comments with all the team.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I chose Byron Lodge for my Mum's care home almost three years ago and have been very happy with my decision. It was extremely hard when she had to be placed in care, however, I know she has always been well looked after and all her needs met. It is a clean, warm friendly home and the staff are amazing.
Nothing is too much trouble. I would recommend Byron Lodge without a shadow of a doubt.

Reply from Nathaly Cifuentes Riano, Social Media Marketing Executive at Byron Lodge Care Home

Hi there, thank you for taking the time to let us know how we did. We are thrilled to know you chose and trust us to take care of your mum.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother-in-law was in Byron Lodge for nine weeks before she passed away. The care given to her was exceptional. The staff were also wonderful to us as a family. We cannot thank the staff enough. We certainly picked the best care home for her.

Reply from Nathaly Cifuentes Riano, Social Media Marketing Executive at Byron Lodge Care Home

It is lovely to hear about your mother-in-law's experience with us. We are thrilled to hear she felt loved and cared for here.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I'm very happy with the care my brother is receiving. He is much happier and healthier, and the staff are very supportive.

Reply from Nathaly Cifuentes Riano, Social Media Marketing Executive at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you very much for reviewing us. We are happy to hear you are happy with the care we provide to your brother. Our staff are truly dedicated to supporting our beloved residents and aiding their well-being.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This was my third in-person visit since restrictions were lifted and it is a very caring and straightforward experience doing lateral flow tests and being kitted out with PPE by the staff. This is one of the best care homes I have been to, there is a great sense of peace and caring. I cannot recommend
it highly enough.

Reply from Nathaly Cifuentes Riano, Social Media Marketing Executive at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you so much for this thoughtful review. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We are pleased that the efforts put in by the team here at Byron Lodge were to your standards.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was placed at Byron Lodge to be assessed. Unfortunately, he only was here a few weeks, and we lost him. I wish to thank all for the care, love, and support we as a family received, and for making Dads days comfortable at the end.

Reply from Nathaly Cifuentes Riano, Social Media Marketing Executive at Byron Lodge Care Home

Thank you very much for your kind words, I will share your comments with the rest of the team. We were pleased to offer care, love and support for your father and your family.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Overall care of my stepfather has been excellent; he's very happy with his care staff and feels well looked after. He enjoys his meals and loves being downstairs. I would like to be informed if there are any changes to his care, then I could talk to him before any changes are made.

Reply from Nathaly Cifuentes Riano, Social Media Marketing Executive at Byron Lodge Care Home

Hi, we really appreciate you taking the time out to leave a review about our home. We hope to continue to reach your expectations of the service we provide. Any change in your stepdad care plan we will always discuss with you and him before making any adjustment.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.829)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.829) out of 10 for Byron Lodge Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 26 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 26 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 4.829 for Byron Lodge Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (261 Excellents x 5) + (34 Goods x 4) + (9 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 304 Ratings = 4.829

  • 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 Byron Lodge Care Home is based on 26 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 61 registered maximum number of service users is 12.2, which has been reached with 26 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: 24 Dec 2024

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Good

  • Caring

    Good
  • Effective

    Good
  • Responsive

    Good
  • Safe

    Good
  • Well-led

    Good

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

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Adele

Adele Foley

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2024

Adele is the Home Manager at Byron Lodge. She has many years of care experience. Adele's aim for Byron Lodge is to work alongside the fantastic team here at the home to ensure the highest quality care delivery for all the people who live at Byron Lodge. She has an open-door policy in which residents, relatives and staff members can speak freely regarding any concerns that they have.

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