Oxbow Manor

Oteley Road, Shrewsbury SY2 6QH
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  • Oxbow Manor, Shrewsbury
Oxbow Manor care home provides person-centred care in luxurious surroundings, including permanent and short-term residential, nursing and specialist dementia care.

The home is divided into suites which offer residents separate dining and living spaces. The smaller communities encourage residents to get to know each other and really feel at home.

Oxbow Manor also has a café, cinema room and a hair and beauty salon, as well as extensive gardens and outdoor spaces.

The friendly team runs various group and personalised one-to-one activities. If your loved one wants to continue attending a local church or club, or perhaps they want to go out to enjoy a pub lunch or shopping trip, the team will support them to do so.

Oxbow Manor is a ‘Veteran Friendly Framework’ accredited care home, recognising the best practice and highest standards of care for the Armed Forces community.

Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 80 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • 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

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1621
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1711
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1861
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1831
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1921
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £2071

Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level
of care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.
Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible.


What’s included?
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• A dedicated key worker for each resident
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
• Use of in-house cinema
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access


Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or
appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
an agreed hourly charge for this service.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Oxbow Manor 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

  • Rachel Harvey (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (80)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (80)
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Oxbow Manor has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.858) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Oxbow Manor has 38 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 97 year old father was recently become a resident at Oxbow Manor, from what I have witnessed. Nothing is too much trouble for the nurses, or carers. I think it is a lovely home, well looked after. It is a pleasure to visit. I cannot find fault with anything.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It was necessary to spend some time in Oxbow Manor recovering from surgery, unfortunately, because I had no one at home to support me. This has proved to be a most rewarding decision. I almost hesitate to say enjoyable, considering my initial difficulties & problems, but it has proved to be enjoyable.
The security of staff visits during the night whilst initially suffering pain & considerable discomfort. The positive response to any problem, whatever the hour. I quickly came to think of the staff as friends, not carers. I had a choice of nursing homes upon leaving hospital. I am so pleased that I chose this one. And then there is the food and cakes - magic!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My room is clean, airy and well presented.
Staff are always friendly and caring.
The food is good, perhaps in the warmer days a salad could be on the menu.
Communal areas are welcoming and there are many things to participate in.

Reply from Samantha Debenham, Reviews Team at Oxbow Manor

Thank you for your thoughtful feedback regarding Oxbow Manor. We are pleased to hear that you are overall satisfied with the presentation of your room and the communal areas of the home. Furthermore, your kind comments about our staff are greatly appreciated.We appreciate your feedback in regard to the meal options in warmer weather. We always strive to provide a variety of options to all residents at mealtimes to encourage their independence and ensure they can always eat a meal they enjoy. If you feel comfortable, we encourage you to feedback any suggestions or concerns directly to the team or Home Manager directly so these can be addressed promptly for you.Once again, thank you for sharing your thoughts regarding Oxbow Manor. Your feedback is invaluable to us and allows us the opportunity to grow and improve the standard of care we provide.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After viewing about 4 other care homes, we quickly found Oxbow Manor was by far the nicest with a good 'feel' to it completed with the managers friendly and professional manner. She explained everything clearly and whilst the costs are high - compared to others there is not much in it though my step
is happy and enjoys the food as well.

Reply from Holly Cole, Reviews Team at Oxbow Manor

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Oxbow Manor Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you.
Many thanks the Care UK team

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Within days of coming at Oxbow Manor, my mother was visibly happier and bright. After two weeks, she referred to Oxbow as her home. She is eating very well and we can tell she knows she is safe and looked after by people who genuinely care. Amazingly clean establishment. All the staff are warm and friendly
and guests and residents alike. We are so glad we chose Oxbow Manor.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Generally satisfied, apart from the cost and the catering.
How some £7900 justified for residential facility can be justified. I do not understand unless capital cost is being reserved ober a short period.
Hotel prices would be half or less, with better catering. Access to medical care, i.e. GP, doctor
and hospital, is complicated and to be largely DIY.

Reply from Samantha Debenham, Reviews Team at Oxbow Manor

Thank you for sharing your feedback in regard to Oxbow Manor. We are so glad to hear that you are overall satisfied with the quality of care you have been provided whilst staying with us.

Regarding your financial concerns, we are sorry to hear that you are dissatisfied with the costs associated with our service. At Care UK, we pride ourselves in providing high quality care and support, including an extensive activities and lifestyle programme, alongside beautifully decorated accommodation with laundry, housekeeping, utilities, and maintenance services all included in the monthly cost.

We also are sorry to hear that you are dissatisfied with the catering service provided in the home. We always aim to cater to the nutritional needs of every resident in the home and ensure that they are satisfied with the variety of meal choices we have available.

We politely encourage you to reach out to the Home Manager directly to discuss any concerns you may have. They are always happy to listen to and address any worries or issues that may arise.

Again, we would like to thank you for your feedback. Your input is invaluable to us and allows us to continue improving the service we provide.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My first three weeks were undoubtedly the most difficult time having to accept that my home, my car, many of my belongings and all my very many friends were no longer a part of my life. Even my family were no longer readily available as previously. However, as I begin to accept my new situation, I found
the Oxbow Manor exceeded my expectations and my new life was now being accepted.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We recently celebrated our diamond wedding anniversary and I arranged unbeknown to the staff a cake, champagne and nibbles. We had a party of 10 people. When we arrived, we found the cinema/bar decorated with an assortment of decorations from the ceiling, the words "Happy Anniversary" on the TV, a cluster
of balloons on the bar and a fantastic cake. All our visitors were full of praise for the staff and everything.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has stayed for 2 week period. The facilities are tidy and clean and gave my father a good routine and settled very well. The staff were very friendly, caring and able to offer myself as a care lead, quality advice and support. Which I have been able to use, especially when dealing with social
care. Without this support it would have been more difficult. If we need to use a residential home for rest bite or full future residential care in the future, this would be place we would like to take him again.

Reply from Holly Cole, Reviews Team at Oxbow Manor

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Oxbow Manor Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you.Many thanks the Care UK team

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I experienced proffessional, competent, friendly assistance from my first enquiry about post-operative convalescent care. The manager was particularly reassuring and helpful. The building is wonderful, light airy and spirit-raising. The staff have all been helpful, pleasant, nothing seems too much trouble.
My
post-operative recovery has been greatly eased by my stay at Oxbow Manor.

Reply from Hannah Story, Reviews Team at Oxbow Manor

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Oxbow Manor Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Its great to know that our team, especially the manager, provided reassurance and support during your recovery. Many thanks the Care UK team

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We moved mum to be closer to the family. After much research, it seemed that Oxbow Manor was the obvious choice, and we have not been disappointed.
The first thing you feel is friendship and belonging from the get-go, and all the staff make you feel welcome. Within a day everyone seemed to know her
and greeted her everywhere she went, and that level of dedication to care is evident in everything they do.
As a family, we are greeted and they engage with us and keep us informed. Nothing is ever too much trouble.
The facilities and atmosphere are impressive too. Go to the library, garden or cinema/music room or kick back in the cafe or a TV lounge. Mum loves the hot chocolate.
Having a loved one with advanced dementia can be tough but it is so comforting knowing whether we are there or not she is in safe and genuinely caring hands.
Thanks to all the staff at Oxbow for what you do, we appreciate you.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Two weeks respite care at Oxbow Manor after breaking my leg was an enormous help and definitely an aid for my recovery. The friendly staff and bright, attractive rooms made my visit truly enjoyable! Nothing was too much trouble and I would like to give special thanks to the maintenance man for his skill
in problem solving!

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Reviews Team at Oxbow Manor

Hi, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Oxbow Manor Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Due to a sudden illness, I admitted my husband into Oxbow Manor for nursing care and respite. It was a difficult decision, and I felt so guilty that I wasn't able to care for him myself. However, I had to put my feelings aside and consider what was best for him. I am so glad I made the decision. The
care, the support and the staff were amazing, and I am convinced his journey on the road to recovery was made possible by the excellent treatment he received. I would not hesitate in recommending Oxbow Manor to anyone who find themselves in the same position I found myself in.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This was a very interesting respite experience.
The food was especially noteworthy.
Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Facilities were extensive and comfortable.
Medication was taken care of in a timely fashion.

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Reviews Team at Oxbow Manor

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review about your experience. At Oxbow Manor Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What a fabulous environment for mum, a very social person, she loves going to Oxbow Manor for respite weeks. I unequivocally recommend the service and the staff, it is a brilliant place and so welcoming.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Oxbow Manor is a wonderful home. The staff care not only for the residents but the relatives too. Everyone is treated with dignity and compassion. The home itself is beautiful and all rooms having en-suite facilities are wonderful. I cannot commend the staff more highly for the excellent care they provide.
Would highly recommend it to anyone.

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Reviews Team at Oxbow Manor

Hi Pat, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Oxbow Manor Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent in every way.

Reply from , Reviews Team at Oxbow Manor

Hi, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Oxbow Manor Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has had excellent care since moving from another care home in Shrewsbury. The staff at Oxbow Manor are like one big family. The food is very good having just dined with my father who can sometimes be a little awkward and fussy, nothing is too much trouble to win him over. The activities the
home organizes are very good, my father is very happy and has become the joker in the pack.
Thank you staff at Oxbow Manor!

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Reviews Team at Oxbow Manor

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Oxbow Manor Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Oxbow Manor is the most fantastic care home.
Everything is just perfect, the care, activities, food, rooms and attention are exemplary, not only to the residents but also to their wider families. All the staff were so attentive, happy, and welcoming.
My Dad was receiving end-of-life care and they
supported us all through the whole process. Oxbow Manor made the remaining time my Dad had left as dignified and supported as anyone could ever wish for, they did their utmost to keep Dad smiling and entertained as they could and they truly helped him live his best life.
This care home is not just a care home its a 'care' home!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Oxbow Manor was recommended to me, and it didn’t disappoint. When I took my dad to see it, despite me telling him about all that was on offer, he was still very impressed and quite overwhelmed by it all. It felt like a hotel. Dad has now been in residence for nearly five weeks and has settled really
well. I have met so many different staff members who all have common themes - pleasant, helpful with nothing too much trouble, and all delivered with a genuine smile. The food is amazing. I joined Dad for Christmas and New Year’s Day lunch - I was stuffed; it was so tasty, plentiful and quite frankly, the brownie was probably one of the best I have ever tasted. I am at total ease with my dad being there despite questioning my decision (with dad’s agreement, of course). If Dad was still in his own home, I would be worried sick. He is looked after, has great food, has no (serious) worries and is joining in most of the activities. Thank you all at Oxbow Manor; keep up the excellent work, and take good care of my dad.

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Reviews Team at Oxbow Manor

Hi Jackie, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Oxbow Manor Care Home - Care UK, we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.858)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.858) out of 10 for Oxbow Manor is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 30 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 29 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.858 for Oxbow Manor is calculated as follows: ( (311 Excellents x 5) + (35 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) + (3 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 352 Ratings = 4.858

  • b) 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 Oxbow Manor is based on 29 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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

    • ii) 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 80 registered maximum number of service users is 16, which has been reached with 29 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Michelle

Michelle Maidan

Job Title: Home Manager

I joined Oxbow Manor in 2022 when the opening opened, having heard excellent recommendations from care staff who had worked for other Care UK care homes. Their values are important to me and are ones I share; fulfilling lives, quality, personalised care and supporting a team whilst recognising their hard work!


I have 30 years’ experience in the NHS working as a Registered Nurse and Independent Prescriber, as well as experience as a Clinical Lead in another local care home. To ensure I carry out my role to the highest standard, I ensure everything I do is done with care and compassion, and with an approachable attitude. I find that good communication with the team is paramount for success.


In my free time, I enjoy crocheting, macrame, reading and spending time with my Cockapoo Bayley!

Frequently Asked Questions about Oxbow Manor

What types of Care is Oxbow Manor registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Permanent Care & Respite Care are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Oxbow Manor have?

There are 80 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Oxbow Manor?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, 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.

How far is Oxbow Manor to the centre of Shrewsbury?

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

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