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There is much for residents to enjoy within the home, which supports an active lifestyle and personal interests, without compromising on the quality of healthcare available.
Four lounges enable residents to socialise or enjoy flat screen TV, while bedrooms offer a choice of colour schemes and are en-suite.
Care Provided by St James Court Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 58 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Contact St James Court Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Crown Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Tracey Oliver(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2012
- Last Refurbishment: 2012
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (58)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (58)
St James Court Care Home Reviews (86)
St James Court Care Home has a Review Score of 10 (9.964) out of 10, based on 35 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St James Court Care Home has 86 reviews.
When my husband's Alzheimers accelerated and his health deteriorated there was only one option left. He went into St James Court in March 2024 after a stay in hospital. I can honestly say that the staff are professional dedicated and go above and beyond. They care and look after the residents like family. The home is very welcoming spotlessly clean and the food wholesome and appetising. The activities are fun, entertaining, varied and keeps everyone smiling. Knowing my husband is in a safe environment and treated with kindness and respect is so comforting, I can't praise them enough and would 100% recommend this home.
Thankyou so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. I'm glad you mentioned that we take after our residents like they are family, because that is exactly what we are a big family. Its so nice that the staff get the recognition they deserve. Thankyou once again and I will be sure to let all the staff know that they are appreciated for all their continued hard work.
I had no idea how care home worked and was very surprised when my family found St James Court and it is a very happy experience.
I will be sure to pass your review onto all the staff.
Thankyou again
I am very impressed with the home, the standard of care is excellent. The carers and all staff are very friendly, professional caring and nothing is too much trouble. All the staff do an excellent job and I think my dad is lucky to be a resident in this home.
Thankyou so much for your lovely review it is very much appreciated. I agree that the staff that work at St James court are all dedicated and generally care. I will be sure to pass on your kind words to all the staff has they do deserve the recognition for their continued hard work.
Tracy and the team could not have done more to welcome mum, support her in personalising her room, welcoming her to activities and recognising and providing her preferences and care/medical needs in a joined up way.
They have answered all our questions and welcomed our visits.
We cannot recommend st James highly enough as a warm, caring and professional care home where we can relax knowing mum is in safe hands (and mum feels like she's on a five star holiday!)
Thank you for taking the time to give Tracey and her team such a glowing review, after all it is so important that we get things right for each person that comes over our threshold. It is a great relief to know we have got it right for you all.
As a family we had never had to do this so it was a totally new learning curve.
From the very first phone contact we were treated with compassion and professionalism and a touch of Barnsley humour.
The initial look around was top class, the staff made time to really get to understand our needs. The visit to mum was well planned and structured - after the visit all mum could talk about was how friendly they were and how exciting it was. Coming from someone who always said she never wanted to live in a care home that was something else.
It was great to be able to set up mums room before she arrived to give it a familiar feel. The staff bent over backwards to support us
Mum arrived very late in the day (delayed hospital transport) but still recieved and very warm welcome
Since then mum smiles constantly
I cant thank you enough for this lovely review. From our initial chats on the phone enquiring about care homes, to the pre-assessment to your mum residing with us you have done nothing but praise the home, all the staff and constantly tell us how much you appreciate us all and that you couldn't...
It was my first visit, overall a a good experience. All the staff were really kind and helpful. I still want to stay in my own home as long as possible. But would be happy to come back to home again when my family are away on holiday. Thank you for your care.
Thankyou so much for your kind words, it will be our pleasure for you to come and visit us again. I will be sure to pass on your lovely review to all the staff. Once again thankyou
My dad was ill with a chest infection and ended up having 3 falls in as many days. The doctor requested a chest X-ray, and he ended up being kept in hospital for physio. We noticed a rapid deterioration in his health and mood and I tried desperately to get him back to St James. Thankfully they agreed late in the day to accept my dad back requiring more assistance than the hospitals goal for him. Had St James not agreed to accept dad back needing assistance of 2 whilst ill we believe he would not be here now. In essence they saved his life.
Thank you so much for your kind work, I particularly remember the day you have spoken about and I agree 100% he needed to be home with us asap. And what a transformation his mood lifted almost straight away and he was just generally happy to be back with us. All of you as a family are the most...
This home offers passionate, genuine care - staff are so nice and take time to see how you are as well as the resident. There's lots of stimulating activities and the home welcomes family to come along and be involved. The rooms are kept very clean and the home is tastefully decorated - it is ideally situated on a bus route as well as having parking and the residents enjoy looking out and watching the busy street, school children and passers by from the cozy lounge.
Thankyou so much for your lovely review. This really does mean a lot. I'm so glad you have mentioned our activities team as they are thriving and going from strength to strength. Please continue to keep an eye out for all the plans we have made for throughout the year.. I will off course pass on...
The whole team are friendly, helpful, accommodating and very caring with mum, despite her numerous requests for baths and different menu items.
Since December we have seen mum improve and is becoming more confident and joining in with the activities St James organise.
Thank you all for looking after mum and helping me, your support has been much appreciated and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend St James Court.
Thankyou so much for your kind words, its so nice to know all staff are recognised for their continued hard work. I will definitely let all staff know how appreciated they all. Once again thankyou.
Mum came in for 2 days, day care in March and was really pleased with her time there. Loads of activities to do and attentive staff. One of her requests was to have a bath during her time in the home, as she only has a shower at home. The staff were very understanding of this and assisted with her needs.
Thankyou for your kind words , it means a lot to know that we made your mum happy in the 2 days she visited for day care. She was a pleasure to have stay with us. I will be sure to let all the staff know about this review. Once again thankyou
My Aunt has been in the Care home for around 2.5 months initially for 10 Days respite and due to her health we've needed to keep extending her stay. As a family, we know she is safe in the care home, is well looked after physically and there's a great program of enriching activities for her to join if she would like to. The care team are fantastic and from the moment we arrived at the care home (7pm on a cold dark rainy evening) my Aunt and all family members always receive a warm welcome. It's a lovely care home where the carers really do care for their residents, thank you for all you do.
thankyou so much for your kind words. Your Aunt is a breath of fresh air and is welcome to stay as long has she wants. Can i just say you all has a family are amazing and so supportive and not only have you took your time to write this review you also tell us face to face when you visit how appreciative you all all. Once again thankyou and i will be sure to let all the staff know.
I have been here since early December 25 and was made to feel welcome as soon as I arrived from hospital. There are activities available if I want to go to them. Sometimes at breakfast time, they seem short of staff, and I have to wait for my breakfast. The menu for meals isn't always as advertised. But on the whole, I am highly satisfied.
I will be sure to pass on your appreciation on to all the staff, but if you feel you ever need anything please don't hesitate to pop in the office and have a chat. From a...
My Dad has been a resident at St James's Court for just over 18 months and I could not be happier with his care. Dad has gone from having two children look out for him to having many more, as the staff treat everyone like their own. Dad is in a safe and understanding environment, so much so that he doesn't want to leave. I cannot praise the staff enough, they treat him with respect and kindness. I live abroad and I never worry when I leave him for several weeks at a time. We made the most amazing memories over the Christmas period thanks to the staff at the home - a chance I never thought we'd get again due to his dementia.
Thankyou for your lovely review, Not only have you taken your time to write this review but also when you visit you express how grateful you all are and i cant tell you how much it means to us all. I am so happy you had a lovely Christmas with your dad making memories. Once again thankyou and i will be sure to let all the staff know your appreciation.
Our family are very grateful for the understanding care and professional, non judgemental attitude of the care home manager and staff, and would like,e to praise the home for their management of mums condition , it was their swift intervention in getting mum into hospital where she was assessed ,which led to her ultimately being placed in a home that could safely manage her complex needs.
Thankyou so much, can i just say it was a pleasure meeting you all and getting to know you all in such a short amount of time, i just wish things could have turned out a little different for you all, but unfortunately it wasn't meant to be. I'm glad your mum was able to receive the care she...
The care she received was excellent in every respect.
The care home was well maintained and was clean and didn't smell.
The meals were amazing, with lots of choice. There was also access to a kitchen area where we could make a drink for Mum, which made it feel more of a normal visit to be able to share a cuppa like we did at home.
There were activities during the day and evening.
Mum was well looked after, she was washed every day and showered every couple of days at her choosing. She was changed out of night ware and in to clean day clothes every day.
The staff interacted well with her, taking the time to chat and inquire about her life, they had fun and there was lots of laughter. They also treated her with dignity and respect and kept her safe.
The care at the end of Mums life was amazing. Regular checking in on Mum, but also us, to make sure we were coping. Thankyou to staff
once again thankyou. Hope you all have a lovely Christmas from us all here at St James Court.
Paul N (son of resident)
Thankyou so much for your lovely review. This really does mean a lot. Your mum was a breath of fresh air and is missed dearly. I will off course pass on your kind words to all staff. Kind words do go along way and the staff do thoroughly deserve the recognition they receive. Once again thankyou and take care.
My Dad was in st James court for over 4 years, he recently passed away, he was very well cared for right up to the very end with staff by his side. Was treated with dignity and respect.I would recommend st James court.
Thankyou for the lovely review, it was a pleasure to know and care for your dad. he will be missed by all. I will be sure to pass on your kind words to all the staff.
My father in law was a permanent resident at St James Court, sadly he recently passed away, he received excellent care throughout the years, nothing is too much trouble for the staff, so caring and compassionate, I would recommend St James Court to anyone looking for a care home.
Thank you so much for your kind words. Your father-in-law was a pleasure to look after. I'm so glad the staff got acknowledgement for their continued hard work, they are always striving above and beyond. I will be sure to pass on your heartfelt comment to all the staff here at St James Court.
Speaking as the son of a resident - & appreciating that I have no experience of other care homes - I have found St James Court (SJC) to be an extremely pleasant place for my Mum to reside. The staff have been fantastic with my Dad & I, who have been supporting my Mum as she settles into a new way of life. Whilst we are still finding our feet at SJC, I am more than comfortable with the early signs. Thank you to everyone who is caring for my Mum.
Thank you so much for this lovely review. I cant express how nice it is for us to receive positive feedback, the staff really do 100% deserve recognition for their continued hard work. I shall be sure to let all the staff know how appreciated they are. your mum and all you all has a family are a...
My grandad came on a respite basis in may the care home staff are very accommodating and was very polite nothing was too much trouble. The management team where very helpful and always had time to talk to me. The home itself was very clean and no mal odours . If my grandad did not like anything on the menu the chef would always cook him something different so that he had something to eat. I would highly recommend st james court
Thankyou so much for your kind review.. I cant explain how proud of the staff i am, they certainly go above and beyond and nothing is too much trouble. I will be sure to pass on your lovely review to all the staff.Once again thankyou.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 08 April 2020Good
- 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.
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Awards / Recognitions (6)
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: St James Court Care Home
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Crown Care
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: Crown Care
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (2)

Tracey has been a dedicated Home Manager at St James Court Care Home since 2023. Tracey has worked at St James Court since 2019 in various roles. Tracey has a passion for ensuring quality care and a nurturing environment. She oversees the daily operations of the care home, ensuring that all residents receive the highest standard of care.
Tracey's commitment to fostering a compassionate and supportive atmosphere has made her an invaluable leader and a trusted advocate for both staff and residents. Her background in healthcare and her empathetic approach have consistently contributed to the well-being and happiness of everyone in the care home.

Kelly is the Deputy Manager at St James Court Care Home. She has worked at St James Court Care Home since 2015 and became the Deputy Manager in 2023. Kelly's commitment to excellence and her ability to manage complex tasks with ease make her a valuable asset to the team. Kelly's constant focus is on promoting residents' well-being and happiness. Kelly is very supportive of the staffing team and goes above and beyond to lead them to maintain high standards within the home.
Frequently Asked Questions about St James Court Care Home
What types of Care is St James Court Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does St James Court Care Home have?
There are 58 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at St James Court Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is St James Court Care Home to the centre of Barnsley?
3.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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