South Chowdene is a pleasant home situated in the middle of Low Fell. There is a large garden area at the back of home which has won 'best garden' awards for 'Barchester in Bloom'. The garden is wheelchair accessible area and also benefits from two water features. They offer first-class 24-hour nursing and respite care, as well as short breaks.
A team of highly-qualified and attentive staff really focus on the...
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Barchester South Chowdene Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.907) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester South Chowdene Care Home has 69 reviews.
My mother transferred from hospital to Chowdene in 2020 following a stroke. I can honestly say this was the best place for her. The staff are all dedicated and understand my moms needs and personality. She is very happy and content
Thank you so much for the lovely feedback and your kind words, this matters so much to everyone and I will pass the message to all the team, we are pleased that we can always be supportive with family and pleased to here that our Mam is settled and content with us at South Chowdene. Many Thanks Rebecca Regional Director
We couldn't have asked for a better care home thank you South Chowdene for letting my Dad pass with dignity
Thank you so much for the lovely feedback and your kind words, this matters so much to everyone and I will pass the message to all the team, we are pleased that we can always be supportive with family and residents. It was our pleasure to be able to look after your Father. Thank you Anca
I always felt that Cath was treated with care and kindness by all staff members. The end of life care was immaculate at all times. Also importantly the care and assistance to us as family was excellent. Cath was happy here and you all did your very best for her.
Thank you June for taking your time to submit your thoughts about the care Cath received, this is greatly appreciated by our staff, we are happy we were able to look after Cath with compassion.
Activities are arranged which also include residents family and friends which makes visiting a pleasure and social occasion.
Thank you Lynne, We appreciated you taking time to provide us with a lovely feedback, I will pass your feedback to the team.
My mother has been in Chowdene almost 6 years now, she has always been well cared for. Her physical and emotional needs have always been met with care, friendlieness and profesionalism. She has built a good relationship with all the staff, most importantly she is happy at Chowdene.
That's such a nice feedback, thank you for taking your time to share your mother's experience at South Chowdene , it's a pleasure to look after her.
The staff are lovely and very helpful to my mam.
Anca
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the home and the staff as they are the kindest, most caring staff you would want for a loved one's care.
Thank you so much for the lovely feedback and the kind words , this matters so much for all the team , we are happy that you aunt felt happy cared for and part of our home family, this is what we wish for everyone to experience and we aim to deliver.
No matter what time of day you visit the staff are always happy to help and cheerful. Any concerns regarding my mother is acted on immediatly. There is no cause for any concerns with regards to her care.
That's such a lovely comment , I will make sure to pass the message to all team ,we are pleased that we can always be supportive with family and residents, thank you , Anca
The home is always spotless clean
Thank you very much for your kind review , we are so pleased that your dad is happy in our home, I will share the feedback with our team
I would recommend South Chowdene to anyone looking for care for a loved one.
Thank you very much for your kind review , we are pleased to know that you had a positive experience , I will pass your feedback to the team
Top Marks
Thank you very much for your kind review , we are pleased to know that you had a positive experience .
Over the last week our mother Greta has deteriorated so significantly that end of life care needed to be put into place. The whole team at South Chowdene, both day and night staff have provided an exceptional level of care for Greta. They have also supported our family in a most professional and caring way. We would like to praise and give great credit to Anca who in a relatively short period of time, has put her ethos and vision into place and improved all aspects of the care home substantially. The staff work together much better as a team. Anca is very well supported by Iuliana and Jilt who are key members of staff.
Thank you very much for your kind review , we are pleased to know that you had a positive experience
Nice nurses
Thank you for your nice review , simple words that matters the most for our residents here at South Chowdene
Very happy with the care of John, staff all lovely, and very pleasant. Good food, good life. Thanking you
Thank you for taking your time to share the kind feedback , We're pleased to hear that you're happy with the care John receives , and overall made a positive difference in his life .Much appreciated
During my mum's 10 month residential care at the care home, it has been a happy, content, stay for her, all of her carers have looked after her and her needs day in day out. Which makes her family happy seeing her for ourselves, we are always made welcome too. Definitely like a home sweet home. Thank you to all staff, keep up the good work
Thank you so much for the lovely review , we're delighted to hear your mom has been happy and well cared for , and that you've always felt welcome. I will pass your feedback to the team .
We are kept informed of everything we need to know.
Thank you so much for the kind feedback, We're really pleased to hear that you and your family feel well supported and kept informed, it means a lot for us.
Overall, I am extremely pleased and grateful that Mam is so well cared for at South Chowdene. Thank you to the management team and all the staff.
Thank you for your Kind words , we are more than happy to hear that your mam is happy and well cared for , and that you felt welcomed and reassured by our team . We appreciate your feedback and I will make sure I'll pass the message to all staff.
My uncle's needs are very well met and it gives us peace of mind.
Thank you for your positive review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the teams
I am very pleased with how my sister is being looked after, she always seems happy, and also the staff are very friendly and always very approachable
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team
The care home is outstanding. The staff are so caring, pleasant and helpful. I cannot fault any of the care my mother has received.
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team
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Our residents had a wonderful afternoon soaking up the sunshine and enjoying a selection of freshly made cocktails and mocktails. There is nothing quite like relaxing outdoors with good drinks...
Our residents had a wonderful afternoon soaking up the sunshine and enjoying a selection of freshly made cocktails and mocktails. There is nothing quite like relaxing outdoors with good drinks...
Healthy can be delicious! Residents had a wonderful time at our healthy dessert cooking demonstration hosted by our General Manager, Anca. Anca showed us how to whip up sweet treats...
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Hi, my name is Anca, and I am the General Manager here at South Chowdene.
I am a dedicated Registered General Nurse with over 10 years of experience in the adult social care sector, specialising in nursing, dementia, mental health, acquired brain injury and complex care. Throughout my career, I have held leadership roles, including Deputy Manager and Home Manager, in the South West and North East of England, where I focused on creating safe, person-centred environments where residents feel valued and families have trust and confidence in the care provided.
I am passionate about developing strong, supportive teams and ensuring high standards of clinical practice, compliance and safeguarding.
As General Manager at South Chowdene, my goal is to lead a home where residents are proud to live, staff feel supported to grow, and families have peace of mind knowing their loved ones are cared for with dignity, respect and compassion.
I am a registered nurse with over 11 years of experience. I joined the team back in May after achieving my level five certificate in management.
Previously, I worked as a Clinical Lead Nurse for ten years for a different company, which I loved. My team were wonderful, but they closed the nursing unit, and I wanted to continue to use all my valuable nursing and management skills.
My role is to ensure all residents, families, and others are happy and are treated with dignity and respect. I am very friendly and enjoy responsibility. I also enjoy spending time with the residents and their relatives, building strong personal relationships with them. My main priorities are the residents, their relatives and the staff ,and I make sure I offer support to everybody.
I am a highly experienced administrative professional with over 20 years of expertise in secretarial and Personal Assistant roles. Throughout my career, I have provided comprehensive support to senior management and executives, demonstrating exceptional organisational, communication, and multitasking abilities.
I have a proven track record of managing complex schedules, coordinating meetings and events, handling confidential information with discretion, and ensuring the efficient day-to-day operation of busy offices. My experience spans a wide range of administrative functions, including document preparation, stakeholder liaison, and office management. I am known for my professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail. I thrive in fast-paced environments and take pride in delivering high-quality support that enables others to perform at their best.
I have proudly worked for Barchester for the past 18 years, beginning my journey as a Kitchen Assistant before progressing to Second Chef and then being promoted to Head Chef. My career reflects my passion for providing high-quality care through nutritious, delicious food and my commitment to continuous growth.
I genuinely enjoy working for Barchester and feel privileged to be part of the South Chowdene family. Our residents are at the heart of everything I do, and I am dedicated to ensuring they receive the very best dining experience every day. I believe that good food is essential for health, comfort, and happiness, which is why I am committed to preparing fresh, nourishing meals using quality ingredients and the highest standards of food safety and care.
It is a privilege to make a positive difference in our residents’ lives through the meals I create, and I take great pride in supporting their wellbeing with every plate that leaves my kitchen.
I’m thrilled to join the team! I bring a rich background in the performing arts and children’s activities, having spent seven years touring the UK performing in pantomimes, as well as running holiday camps and school residentials. After eight years working behind a computer, I’m excited to get back to hands-on work—spreading joy, keeping people active, and creating memorable experiences.
Outside of work, I’m a proud parent to three wonderful children—two girls and a boy—who keep me on my toes and inspire my passion for fun and creativity every day.
Older Person Care, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
There are 42 Single Rooms.
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
2.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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