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Set on the historic grounds of the former Warde Aldam Hospital, the home blends modern design with local heritage. Located close to public transport and South Elmsall town centre, residents enjoy easy access to shops, a library and nearby green spaces including Frickley Park.
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Care Provided by Warde Aldam Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 60 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Warde Aldam Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Warde Aldam Nursing Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
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 £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- MHA
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Mark Quarmby (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (60)
Warde Aldam Nursing Home Reviews (125)
Warde Aldam Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.555) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Warde Aldam Nursing Home has 125 reviews.
My husband was in Warde Aldam with dementia before he recently passed away. He was very well looked after by genuine caring staff. They would update me on his welfare and activities or even just a chat. He had plenty of good food and was free to wander around but always watched. Admin staff were approachable and friendly too.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review for us, we appreciate your feedback. I shall be sure to pass this onto the staff team.
My sister-in-law was at Warde Aldam from September to December. She had vascular dementia and Alzheimer's and was in the dementia unit. The staff there were extremely kind, caring, well-trained and nothing was too much trouble for them. They had some very difficult residents but they were all treated with dignity, respect and well-supported. The atmosphere was always bright and cheerful like one big happy family. The unit was well staffed even with a handyman who would do anything at any time to help. Whenever you rang in, someone always answered the phone. When my sister-in-law had a stroke, I did not get there before she left for hospital but a member of staff went with her and stayed to make sure she was alright. She came back to the nursing unit for her final days and again the staff there were kind, caring and supportive both to her and to me. I felt the home was extremely well managed in all areas and had a lovely, caring family atmosphere. There was always a welcome smile. I would certainly recommend it to anyone and have booked my place should I ever need one!
Thank you very much for this lovely and detailed review, which encompasses all areas of our home. These reviews are so important to help and assist others who may be seeking a care home placement, so thank you and I shall be sure to share this with my team.
My mum has recently passed away and we cannot thank Warde Aldam enough for all the wonderful care and support they have given to Mum, and us, over the last months. We are so very grateful she had them all to look after her, and it was always comforting for us to know how well she was being looked after. We were always made so welcome. Thank you again to a really great team for all their hard work. We hope they all realise how invaluable they all are and what a difference they make to people's lives by doing what they do.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this lovely review, especially at this difficult time. I will be sure to pass your comments across to my team.
Very happy with the care my mother is receiving since her move from New Haven. Mum is comfortable and happy at Warde Aldham Nursing Home.
Thank you very much for this review, I am so pleased that the move has been a positive one.
My dad has been in Warde Aldam for 11 months. He settled straight away. We, as a family, have never had any concerns or worries about him. Nothing is too much trouble for any of the staff, and we are constantly being updated. His room is always clean and tidy.
Our team strives to deliver compassionate and dignified care to those with complex needs. It is very rewarding when we achieve a relationship of trust with residents and their families, so thank you for your kind words of appreciation. I will be happy to share this with our team.
My husband has been in Warde Aldam Nursing Home for almost twelve months. In that time he has come on with his state of mind so good, it's the care he is getting. Everyone is so patient, also he enjoys the food as he has put on two stone which he really needed to. To me, I am so pleased with the care he is getting and I am very grateful and thankful.
Thank you for taking the time to share this lovely review, it is always nice to hear we are on the right track. I will be sure to pass these comments across to my teams.
Had to move to Warde Aldam due to other home closing. While being at Warde Aldam I have found the management and the staff helpful.
Thank you for your review; they are always valuable to us. I will share this with the staff team.
Our experience was very good, my mother was very happy, her care was 100%. We will definitely if required be happy for mother to go back to the nursing home. Thank you very much, a very good established nursing home.
Thank you very much for this kind review, I shall be sure to share it with my teams.
As with all families, placing a resident into a care home is a big and complicated decision. Fortunately for us, Walde Aldam was local to enable visiting, had links to the Methodist church where my father had been a lay preacher and it was also able to provide appropriate care and expertise through its very caring staff group - crucially it was also manageable financially. My father has established positive relationships with the staff and has been enabled to spend some social time with other residents. As family members, we are kept well informed and are involved in my father's care when/where possible.
Thank you very much; I will be sure to share your comments with my teams.
I have visited several care homes with friends visiting their relatives, there was a profound stench of urine and other bodily fluids, dirty carpets and I thought I hope I never have to put a member of my family into one of these facilities. Unfortunately, I have. My daughter put in a request locally asking for recommendations. She got 50 replies and 43 of them said Warde Aldam was excellent. I requested a place at Warde Aldam without even visiting the home to look around. I am pleased to say I am not disappointed. The home has a very welcoming ambience - it is spotless, above all, the staff are kind, caring and patient, they have good interactions with the residents who are all clean and tidy and smiling. My family member is very happy and content and never once mentioned coming home. The food is excellent with a good balanced diet and the bedrooms are cosy and inviting. I am very happy.
Thank you very much for this review. I shall be sure to share this with my teams.
The atmosphere in the home is always friendly and welcoming and the care my mum receives is second to none. It is clear that Mum feels safe, happy and cared for with good relationships with all the staff. Thank you Warde Aldam.
Thank you for this lovely review, I shall be sure to pass your comments on to my team.
My father was a resident at Warde Aldam for just over two years until he passed away just before Christmas 2022. During his stay there he was always well looked after and supported by the staff. They always kept the family informed of any issues. I usually found my father clean-looking in appearance, happy and safe. There were many activities to keep residents entertained and the staff went the extra mile to find out what my father's particular interests were (Sheffield United FC). Key events such as Christmas, birthdays, Queen's Jubilee were always celebrated. The food was good and dad seemed to enjoy it. He always appeared healthy and never complained.
Thank you very much for this review, it is very nice to read and lovely that the staff go the extra mile as this is something that we strive for.
My brother has been at Warde Aldam Nursing Home for five weeks. In that time we have seen a positive improvement in his general being, he seems happier. Unfortunately, due to his medical condition, he hasn't improved in his ability. This is due to his strokes and not the staff at Warde Aldam, all the staff we have seen have been fantastic.
Thank you very much for this kind review, reviews are always invaluable for us. I shall be sure to share this with my teams.
When we were looking for a nursing home for my mum we went to many throughout the district from large to small and 'no frills' to top end...but straight away just looking at how residents were treated and respected.
Thank you for such a lovely review. I will share this with my teams.
I have been a resident in the home for three months. I honestly cannot fault the care I have received whilst here. From the nursing staff to the cleaners, all have made my stay a happy time.
A big thank you for this review, this is nice from a resident perspective and nice that all levels of staff have been acknowledged. I will pass on to all the team your personal message.
Welcoming and friendly staff on the first visit which has continued. A good place to be, good buildings with pleasant outlook and gardens are lovely. Good care and concern.
Thank you for taking the time to send us this review. All reviews are very important to us and it is lovely for the staff to read. I will ensure that your comments are passed on to the staff team.
My husband was in care at Warde Aldam for 9 months beginning August 2021. He required 24-hour care. He settled in well. Staff kept me informed between visits. His room was clean and he was always neat and tidy. My son and I were so grateful for the care my husband received and to know he was safe and secure was a relief. I would recommend Warde Aldam to anyone needing care. Thank you to the staff and the nursing team for the wonderful care.
Thank you very much for this review. It is always lovely to hear that you and your family have found the quality of care that the staff deliver meets your expectations.
The staff have been really helpful in the transition and I am so happy with the environment and provisions made for the residents.
I am very happy that the transfer from another care home has been successful and that you are happy with the level of care. Thank you very much for this review, I will share it with the team.
My mum is being taken care of 24 hours a day and nothing seems too much trouble for any of the staff. I'm kept informed of all my mum's needs and progress on either a daily basis or a weekly one. The nurses and staff have the patience of a saint with everything they all have to do. I would recommend Warde Aldam to anyone.
Thank you for this lovely review, it is always nice to hear that our communication is effective and that you are kept up to date with regards to your mum. I will share this review with the team.
The staff are very helpful, friendly and proactive in attending to my dad's needs.
Thank you for your comments about the staff team, which I will share with the team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 30 September 2022Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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Mark Quarmby is the registered manager at Warde Aldam
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