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Riverwell Beck Care Home

Durdar Road, Carlisle, Cumbria CA2 4SE
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a caring, homely atmosphere and the staff are very helpful to both residents and visitors.D T(Son of Resident/Service User)
Riverwell Beck Care Home, Carlisle
Mum always smiles when she hears them talking to her and we couldn't ask for anything more.Luke T(Son of Resident/Service User)
Riverwell Beck Care Home, Carlisle
the help we have received concerning Mum's general care and wellbeing has been excellent!Marcer C(Son of Resident/Service User)
Riverwell Beck Care Home, Carlisle

Formerly named Blackwell Vale - Riverwell Beck Care Home was renamed in June 2022 to celebrate its extensive refurbishment project, GOOD CQC rating (May 2022) and next chapter under the management of Mariposa Care, providing first-class nursing care for people living with complex medical needs and 24-hour nursing dementia care, delivered by a specialist team.

Riverwell also offers residential care for people who need help with everyday tasks, as well as...  

Care Provided by Riverwell Beck Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

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
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Contact Riverwell Beck Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Wendy Carruthers (Home Manager)

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2022

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (60)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (6)

Visiting

  • Visitors are always welcome at Riverwell Beck. Visit through the main reception and a member of the team will be happy to assist you.

Parking

  • Parking available at the front of the care home. Vehicle and items left at owners risk.

Riverwell Beck Care Home Reviews (70)

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9.9

Riverwell Beck Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.853) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Riverwell Beck Care Home has 70 reviews.

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Review from Paul A (Brother-in-law of Resident) published on 14 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My brother in law Brian is in safe hands with lovely staff looking after him. He says that the food is excellent and his room is very comfortable The system for checking in and out is efficient and straightforward

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you so much for spending the time to review the home it is much appreciated and we will share your views with our hardworking staff.

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Review from Chris E (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 13 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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Lovely care home and lovely staff, friendly and helpful they treat my mother-in-law with the upmost dignity and care, she can be difficult at times but the staff take that in their stride and it is very reassuring that she is looked after so well.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you Chris for your positive review, it is always lovely to share with our hardworking staff.

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Review from D S (Friend of Resident) published on 10 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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We were visiting a friend who is a resident. Everywhere is clean and tidy, our friend is warm and comfortable, and commented that the food is very good. All the staff we met were very friendly, making us feel welcome. We would put Riverwell Beck top of any list of care homes.

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Review from Tracey R (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 April 2026 Submitted via Website
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Mam has been in Riverwell Beck dementia care four years now and has been very happy there. She loves all the staff and has always been well looked after by everyone. Just recently she became unwell and had to go into hospital this had a bad effect on her and she wasn't very good, within a few days of being back at the Home the caring and wonderful staff had got her back to eating and drinking again, walking about again and looking more like her usual self. Thankyou to all of the lovely caring staff they are all amazing and appreciated so much.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you very much we are pleased mum is on the mend and I will pass on your appreciation to our staff.

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Review from Thomas A (Husband of Resident) published on 14 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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This is a well-run home, the staff are efficient, friendly and competent. I would not hesitate to send my wife there. I would also add compassion and understanding to the overall experience!

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you for your review, this means a lot to our hard working staff.

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Review from Susan J (Friend of Resident) published on 11 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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The staff seemed to really understand the needs of my friend and were very caring. All seemed well ordered, calm, clean and appropriate. We were made very welcome and looked after well during our brief visit.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you so much for your valued review of Riverwellbeck, we will share your positive comments with our hardworking staff.

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Review from Gareth C (Husband of Resident) published on 13 January 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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We'd never heard of Riverwell Beck - where, what, how etc. What was my wife being sent to for what turned out to be her final weeks. We quickly found out - from the first welcome before she got here, to the superb care she received. The facilities there and the very friendly and helpful staff.

Thank you all the staff who made her last days so good as they could have been , both for her and for the family.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you so much for your review Gareth I will pass this on to the staff, this means a lot to them.

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Review from S R (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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Mum was not feeling to well so the nursing staff got urgent primary care who were not concerned but the next day mum became unresponsive and we all feared the worst. The Dr came again and subscribed antibiotics and by the end of the night she was much improved and a few days later she was recovered.

While I was sitting with mum all the care/nursing staff kept popping in talking to mum holding her hand and also consoling me,provided me with an evening meal and countless cups of tea.I was so greatfull for their kindness and support.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you so much for your review Sandra and we are pleased your mum made a full recovery .

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Review from A M (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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My Dad stayed for a week at Riverwell Beck for respite. He was very well looked after and the staff were all very caring and attentive. The room was lovely and very clean. Thank you all for your care.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you for your review it is much appreciated by all our hardworking staff.

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Review from K R (Nephew of Resident) published on 15 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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You're staff at the Care Home are all very polite helpful and professional every time we go in we always get a happy smiling welcome brilliant.

The care home is very clean and always tidy can't ask for any better.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you for your review it is much appreciated by all our hardworking staff.

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Review from Joanne M (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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What a lovely home my mum has been a resident in 3 homes, this is by far the best. Staff are professional, well presented, have a good rapport with mum and the family. Riverwell epitomises what a good care home should be! Well done!

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you so much your review is much appreciated.

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Review from Sandra T (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 September 2025 Submitted via Website
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As soon as we walked into Riverwell we were impressed, initially with the surroundings - but mostly with the people - everyone spoke to us and made sure we were taken care of. Mum was not able to live by herself after Dad died and a difficult time has been helped through the care she receives here. The staff are all excellent and we always feel welcome when we come to see her.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you for your kind words. These will be passed on to the team.

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Review from Edwina L (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 10 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Out mother came into Riverwell Beck in May 2025 after living at home with us. She was very poorly. The staff at Riverwell Beck have provided impeccable care throughout. They are kind, considerate, patient, professional and they treat our mother with respect and dignity at all times. They meet all of her needs and go over and beyond trying to help her remain happy. We do not need to worry about her needs being met both socially and medically. We are eternally grateful to Riverwell Beck staff and would recommend this provider 100%.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you so much for you review, I am so glad you and your family have had such a positive experience this means a lot to us all.

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Review from L H (Wife of Resident) published on 4 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are very kind, and he is happy and settled. He enjoys the food, and the facilities are very good.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you so much for your positive review it is much appreciated.

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Review from C J (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Dad is well cared for & very happy here, staff are kind & very nice to dad & us.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you for your kind review it is much appreciated by all staff.

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Review from V F (Next of Kin) published on 13 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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All staff and management, do an excellent job of looking after my mum. I feel comfortable leaving her in their hands. It's like one big, welcoming family. Any requests or concerns are addressed promptly. Staff are always ready to listen.

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Review from D T (Husband of Resident) published on 23 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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My wife is in the home for end-of-life care. It is obviously a disturbing situation for me and her 2 sisters who visit regularly. Every time I come, I am always amazed at how well the staff look after my wife. I had looked after at home for 5 or 6 years and it really is soul-destroying when we have been together for 55 years.

I can come at any time and stay as long as I like. The home is run to do everything possible for relatives and I can only say thank you so much for doing everything at what is almost certainly the worst time of my life.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you very much for taking the time to send a positive review. Our staff appreciate this feedback.

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Review from Wendy H (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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Dad was diagnosed with dementia last year and, after a difficult time resulting in a lengthy hospital stay, it was determined that he could no longer live independently. This was a huge shock to him and he found it very difficult to accept. We wanted to find a care home that would meet his needs in the early as well as the later stages of this horrible disease and were very pleased to learn that Riverwell Beck had a vacancy on their memory floor. From our first visit to view, to dad's arrival and first days and weeks, every single person at the home was so welcoming, kind and caring. From his initial refusal to accept that he needed to be 'locked in' and repeated requests to be allowed to leave, their patience and understanding has resulted in him being a happy, active and involved resident. He's put on weight, enjoys trips out and happily participates in the regular activities. He's full of praise for all of the staff and we're reassured knowing that he's safe and so well cared for.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you for your positive review this means a lot to us all at Riverwellbeck.

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Review from D T (Son of Resident) published on 14 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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The staff are all absolutely superb, welcoming, friendly, efficient. Most importantly they have made my mother feel she is in the right place.
Any worries we had were very quickly erased.

Nothing is too much trouble. Add to that, the facility offers opportunities for mother to feel included.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you for your positive review we will share your comments with our hard working staff.

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Review from L N (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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Riverwell Beck is a modern care home facility which is welcoming & bright. The staff are polite & cheerful & show kindness towards mum. She settled in straight away & we know she is well cared for which gives us peace of mind.

Reply from Wendy Carruthers, Home Manager at Riverwell Beck Care Home

Thank you for your review. Your comments mean a lot to our hard working staff.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 26 May 2022
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  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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  • 01 Feb 2018Recipient: Mariposa

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Wendy Carruthers
Wendy CarruthersJob Title:Home Manager

The Registered Home Manager at Blackwell Vale is Wendy Carruthers. Wendy has worked in the field of Care for many years and still enjoys every aspect of this. Wendy believes that every individual deserves the right to a warm, loving, safe and caring environment. Wendy is extremely proud of the team she has at Blackwell Vale and believes that they do an excellent job and it is through them, that the home has built its reputation as being a good place for people to come and receive 24 hour care. They are very much a team and support each other. Wendy’s door is always open and you can come and visit her at any time.

Frequently Asked Questions about Riverwell Beck Care Home

What types of Care is Riverwell Beck Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Riverwell Beck Care Home have?

There are 60 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Riverwell Beck Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Riverwell Beck Care Home to the centre of Carlisle?

1.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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