
a caring, homely atmosphere and the staff are very helpful to both residents and visitors.D T(Son of Resident/Service User)

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)

the help we have received concerning Mum's general care and wellbeing has been excellent!Marcer C(Son of Resident/Service User)

a caring, homely atmosphere and the staff are very helpful to both residents and visitors.D T(Son of Resident/Service User)

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)

the help we have received concerning Mum's general care and wellbeing has been excellent!Marcer C(Son of Resident/Service User)

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 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
- 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
- Mariposa
- Private Owned
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)
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.
Pleasant environment. Very friendly and helpful carers and staff. My father has settled into the new environment and is now more relaxed. Our requests (bed length) were quickly resolved.
Thank you for your positive feedback towards Blackwell Vale Care Home. One of our top priorities is to provide comfort into the home so all residents feel welcomed. We are so pleased to hear how well your father has settled in. If there is anything more we can do, please do not hesitate to reach out.
No mangers, not enough nurses, no finance staff, not enough staff working at the care home. Food all over the floor and patients. Patients left in urine and faeces, always has a bad smell in the care home. Leave patients with bad feet and toenails. Just badly run to me, no one does anything about complaints. This has been going on for years. Patients have really dirty fingernails. I just feel the staff are struggling. Lots of agency workers.
An experienced home manager with 25 years’ experience...
Mum needs 24/7 care as she is mostly bedridden. I am so relieved by the care she receives. I am kept well informed of her state of health. There is genuine care for her well being by all members of staff. We are able to visit any time we want and bring the family pet. I am so glad to be able to give her lunch myself when I visit. The staff are so friendly and helpful. A relaxed and homely atmosphere enjoyed by all of us.
Thank you for letting us know how we are doing at Blackwell Vale Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.
This care home has provided my mother with all the care she needs. Cannot fault the carers and nursing staff, they make everyone feel welcome, even visitors. The home itself is clean and tidy. Only concern is, if any, is the lack of hot meals, but can understand staff can only go by her word if she refuses.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback about our home. We are pleased to hear that your experience has been positive and appreciate all of your kind comments about our team. We hope to see you again soon.
Everyone is extremely helpful, cheerful and conscientious and I would recommend it to anyone.
Thank you for your feedback following your recent experience at our home. We are happy to learn it has been a positive one. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know how we are doing. Have a wonderful day.
The staff have all been brilliant and the care given to Dad and all of us was outstanding.
An example of a well-run care home.
Thank you, Margaret, for letting us know how we are doing at Blackwell Vale Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.
Very happy with Dad's care.
Thank you, Neil, for your feedback following your recent experience at our home. We are happy to learn it has been a positive one. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know how we are doing. Have a wonderful day.
We were all made to feel like a part of the home family.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback about our home. We are pleased to hear that your experience has been positive and appreciate all of your kind comments about our team. We hope to see you again soon.
My Mum was initially nervous about moving into a nursing home but seeing how quickly she settled at Blackwell Vale put any reservations I had to rest very quickly. The staff are all very friendly and personable and I have found my Mum happy and content with every visit. Overall the help we have received concerning Mum's general care and wellbeing has been excellent!
Thank you, Marcer, for your comments about your recent experience at Blackwell Vale Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care. We always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we...
My dad has been in the home for 2 years. The staff have been fantastic and caring and sensitive with my dad and my family. My dad liked the care home. Thank you x
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 26 May 2022Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 01 Feb 2018Recipient: Mariposa
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

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.
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