Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Westfield Lane, South Elmsall, Pontefract WF9 2JX
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  • Warde Aldam Nursing Home, Pontefract
Warde Aldam provides nursing, dementia, palliative and short-stay care for up to 60 residents in a purpose-built home in South Elmsall, near Pontefract.

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.

The home is laid out over three ground-floor households, each with direct garden access and its own communal areas. Single bedrooms are all en-suite and can be personalised with familiar items, offering comfort and continuity.

The landscaped grounds include winding paths, raised beds, a mini woodland and a sensory memorial tree. Residents enjoy gardening, feeding birds, and taking in visits from local wildlife like squirrels and rabbits.

Meals are freshly prepared with seasonal ingredients, with a focus on resident preferences. Themed food events, personal touches like signed birthday songs, and 24-hour snacks all contribute to a homely dining experience.

Activities range from therapy animal visits and baking sessions to silent discos and live performances. Trips to garden centres, memory-making moments like Seize the Day, and inclusive seasonal events ensure life here stays vibrant and meaningful.

At Warde Aldam, care isn’t just about support, it’s about creating a community where residents thrive. Whether you’re searching for yourself or a loved one, for nursing, dementia, palliative or short-stay care, the team at Warde Aldam are here to help.
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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 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

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1009 – £1154
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1009 – £1154
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1298 – £1443
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1521 – £1667

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Warde Aldam 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

  • Mark Quarmby (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (60)

Warde Aldam Nursing Home Reviews (125)

9.8

Warde Aldam Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.767) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Warde Aldam Nursing Home has 125 reviews.

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Review from Mary G (Niece of Resident) published on 25 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My auntie went into Warde Aldam Nursing Home in August 2021 following a stroke. She has needed nursing care and she is now PEG fed. The staff have been very kind to her and encouraged her to join in activities even though she preferred to stay in her room. My auntie was in Warde Aldam during the outbreaks
of infection so had to isolate but still received individual care from nursing staff and carers.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you for this kind review, they are always lovely to read and I will share this with the team.

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Review from Susan B (Wife of Resident) published on 16 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband seems more relaxed and happier since moving to Warde Aldam. The staff are so helpful and caring. No hesitation, would recommend.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind comments. All reviews are very welcome and I shall share them with my team.

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Review from Roy M (Husband of Resident) published on 9 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I found the home very welcoming from being met at reception to being shown to my wife's room. My wife looked well, clean and well dressed. Obviously down to the efforts of the extremely caring staff. During my visit, an activity coordinator engaged with my wife and me with some state of the art equipment.
I would recommend Warde Aldam to anyone in need of care.
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Review from John B (Brother of Resident) published on 2 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am extremely satisfied that my sister is receiving an excellent service and is being very well looked after. The staff are very helpful in all respects and keep me informed of any changes to my sister.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words, we appreciate visiting has been very limited over the last couple of years but I am happy that we have managed to keep you up to date with your sister's health and care and that you feel reassured that she continues to receive excellent love and care in your absence.

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Review from Susan W (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad is clean and tidy, well-fed and looked after. The staff are friendly and helpful.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you for the review, these are always lovely to receive. I shall share this with the teams.

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Review from Patricia M (Wife of Resident) published on 4 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Warde Aldam is an excellent care home. Nothing is too much trouble from carers, staff and management. Carers do a very good job looking after my husband who is content living there. Management are approachable, ready to answer any questions and carers and nurses keep me updated about my husband. Nothing
is too much trouble, I am also made welcome on visits.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you for your lovely review, these are always very welcome. We speak regularly and will pass this across to my team.

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Review from Janet R (Niece of Resident) published on 4 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have always received a warm welcome from all members of staff. If I need to know anything, I can always phone and get to speak to someone. It has been nice today to actually take my aunty out for a walk, as due to lockdowns, we have had indoor visits only. I know I can leave her feeling confident
she is well entertained and looked after.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you for your lovely review; these are always very welcome. I will share this with my team.

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Review from Dean K (Son of Resident) published on 16 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was in Warde Aldam for only a short period, but she enjoyed her stay. The staff were brilliant and accommodating. The building and surrounding gardens were spot-on. Pleasant place - would defiantly recommend.
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Review from N P (Husband of Resident) published on 13 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dedication and care from the staff was impressive. At a very difficult time for relatives, staff did their best to ensure visiting with the safety of residents was able to take place. Everything possible was done to help my wife in very difficult circumstances.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you very much for this review, I shall be sure to share it with our teams.

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Review from L O (Sister of Resident) published on 13 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The care my sister received for the last six months of her life was excellent. The staff could not have been more caring and attentive, especially with all the covid restrictions in place.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind review. I have noted the three stars for food and drink; this is something we are working hard to achieve a better star rating. We have changed the main meal service to the lunchtime which has helped immensely. I shall be sure to share this review with my teams.

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Review from Nina L (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad has been at Warde Aldam for over one year now and couldn't be more happier and delighted with his care. The ladies that care for my dad are wonderful, they're caring, patient and compassionate. They are a credit to the home, nothing is too much and constantly keep us informed regarding my dad's
health in between visits. They work so hard with the residents with activities and engaging with them and keeping them active and involved. The home and gardens are always beautifully clean and presented and the food always smells lovely when I visit. The carers always go above and beyond. Thank you so much for everything you do.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you for your very kind words, I shall be sure to pass this review across to the staff. I am thrilled that you and your family are delighted with the provision of care received.

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Review from Stacey G (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot thank this care home enough for the care and support they give my grandad since July last year, since when he has been in there. They support not only my grandad but support families too, especially through the hard times of the pandemic. This care home is like a breath of fresh air. Would
recommend it to everyone. Also, my grandad says the food is amazing.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

A special thank you, especially for your comments around the foodservice, this is something that we have been working hard to achieve. I shall be sure to pass your comments on to the team.

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Review from Helen P (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the day Mum became a resident, I felt she was happy and well cared for. The staff kept me informed about her health, well being and interactions with others. Although her illness progressed rapidly and Mum was only there four months, I feel the care was second to none. Thank you to all involved.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you very much for your lovely review. I am so pleased that we met your expectations, although your Mum was with us for only a short time.

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Review from Pauline R (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been at Warde Aldam for fifteen months. It has been a hard year with the pandemic, but she has been looked after with great care, which has been very comforting. All the staff have done their best with visiting, when we could go outside. Then the pod, which has been nice to see Mum and see
her smiling face. She has just died, at the age of 97 and I thank you all for your kindness and care.
Reply from Pamela Smithurst, Administration Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

It is a privilege and our pleasure that relatives choose Warde Aldam to place their loved ones with us as there are many care homes out there to choose from. Here at Warde Aldam, we all pride ourselves on caring for our residents as we would one of our own family members and we too are saddened when we lose a resident. We not only care for the resident but we also care about the relatives and we have all built up some wonderful memories over the years which we all cherish. Thank you for your kind words, this is what makes it all worthwhile and such a satisfying job.

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Review from M S (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother recently went into Warde Aldam in January 2021, after my mother was removed from another home, where she had been since July 2020 and had been badly treated and robbed. My mother was 92 and had dementia; she had not gone to bed in 11-months. When she arrived at the home, the second night,
she went to bed for one hour and the next night, she went to bed for five hours and then she had her breakfast and Sunday lunch in bed and continued to go to bed every since. I do not know how your staff managed this, but they most certainly had a professional and caring way with my mother. My mother was due to come out of isolation within a few days, but unfortunately, her health began to decline. The staff had high hopes and plans for my mother, but it just wasn't to be. The dignity and care they showed to my mother went way beyond care. My husband and I were fortunate to be with Mum for the two days before she passed; they fed us and nothing was too much trouble. I feel if my mother had been in Warde Aldam in July, she may still be alive today. I would like to thank all the staff from the bottom of my heart and I will stay in touch with the home, in case they need any volunteers to help in the home.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you for your lovely review especially at this time; we had many conversations about Mum so I am so pleased that both Mum and family found comfort in her last days. I have already conveyed your comments to the team as this feedback is so valuable. Please take care and I will be in touch.

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Review from Lisa N (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot praise Warde Aldam enough. They go above and beyond for the residents and their families. The love and care they have and are giving my mum, in almost 12 months, is unbelievable and genuine. Everyone is a credit and is inspirational. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you once again, as we have spoken recently. This is a very positive review and lovely to read. I will be sure to pass your comments across to the team and thank you for your comments to CQC, as these too, were very positive, so thank you.

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Review from M G (Sister of Resident) published on 15 February 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This home is excellent. The staff are very caring and the home is clean and very inviting. I am made very welcome and it is like having another family. I would certainly recommend this home to anyone.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you for your recent review, it is always reassuring to note that you have been communicating regularly and you feel positive about the home and our staff.

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Review from Cinta C (Wife of Resident) published on 6 January 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot praise the staff too highly, my husband was taken to Warde Aldam in mid-July. The care, support and love he was given was unrivalled. Sadly he passed away mid-December, but he was treated as one of their own. I saw first hand the compassion he was shown. All staff were wonderful, I rang daily
for updates and I believe they cared for me as well as him. Well done all, you have a place in my heart. God bless.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you very much for this lovely review, as we spoke regularly on the phone it was very easy to help both yourself and your husband with the transition into our care home. I am so pleased this was a successful placement and I will of course ensure that the team are aware of this review, please take care.

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Review from Adele P (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 August 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very friendly but mum was only there for about 3-4 weeks.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you very much for this kind review, I shall share your comments with my teams.

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Review from G H (Nephew of Resident) published on 24 July 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff were most compassionate and understanding and kept me well informed with regards to my aunty's end of life care. This was much appreciated, especially as my wife and I are 'shielding'.
Her care throughout her stay was unquestionable. Thank you for your professionalism and dedication and making
my aunty's time with you as comfortable as possible.
Reply from Jan Hampshire, Home Manager at Warde Aldam Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to write this review at this sad time, this is lovely to read. I am so pleased that my team ensured they met everyone's expectations.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.767)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.767) out of 10 for Warde Aldam Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 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 4.767 for Warde Aldam Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (208 Excellents x 5) + (54 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 266 Ratings = 4.767
  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 Warde Aldam 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 60 registered maximum number of service users is 12, 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: 30 Sep 2022

Overall Requires improvement

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
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Mark Quarmby

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Mark Quarmby is the registered manager at Warde Aldam

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