St James Court

Tankersley Lane, Hoyland, Barnsley S74 0DJ
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9.9 72 Reviews
  • St James Court, Barnsley
St James Court is a fifty-eight capacity care home set up with a daily lifestyle in mind and employing skilled and experienced individuals.

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.
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Care Provided by St James Court

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 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

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Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

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Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Tracy Oliver (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • 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 Reviews (72)

9.9

St James Court has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.947) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St James Court has 72 reviews.

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Review from Judith B (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My dad is 90-years-old with Parkinson's disease and Vascular Dementia with diminished circulation in both legs. He is not the easiest of people to care for but, the staff at St James are doing a tremendous job. He tells us on a daily basis that he hates living there, but the staff are wonderful; they
are all good people doing their best to take care of him. My dad has been saying for 14-years that he wants to go to sleep and not wake up so he can be with my mum, and he is so disappointed to wake up again each day.
As a manager of a care facility going through the same Covid issues at St James, I can appreciate the hard work and dedication this staff team show to my dad and all the other residents. We chose this home on the reviews from families and the CQC rating, and as a family, we feel we chose right.
No child wants to put their parent in a care home, but when there is no other option, thank God for places like St James. The staff are dedicated and friendly with person-centred ethics.
Reply from Davina Hemmingway, Home Manager at St James Court
Thank you for taking the time out of your busy day to write such a lovely review of our care home. We are proud of having such a dedicated, friendly team of staff here at St James Court.
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Review from K S (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 22 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We have been very pleased and satisfied with the care given during the last three years. The home is modern, and the building is well looked after. The cleanliness of the room could have been better, at times very dirty! There is a good team of staff. We have seen two managers within this time, and
they have always left because they were not provided what was promised when they start. The end of life care was excellent, thank you.
Reply from Davina Hemingway, Home Manager at St James Court
Thank you for taking the time to review our home. It is a pleasure to see that you were very pleased and satisfied with the care provided during the last 3 years, especially the end of life care. We…read more
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Review from Keith I (Resident) published on 9 February 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can say no more than the care and attention I received during my stay was second to none. The food was excellent, the rooms very clean. I am only staying here to recover from a hip operation, but if I ever have to go into a care home, St James Court would certainly be my first choice.
Reply from The Manager, Home Manager at St James Court
Thank you for such a lovely review; we are so pleased you enjoyed your convalescence with us.
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Review from Deborah J (Resident) published on 7 October 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was treated brilliantly by everyone. I was made to feel at ease and nothing was too much trouble. Whatever they get paid, it should be doubled. Couldn't wish for better care.
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Review from Amanda B (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team at St James took excellent care of mum, from the moment she was welcomed in she became part of the family. Sadly, Mum has passed away under the most difficult of times, but this was managed with compassion, and we were allowed to spend precious time with her whilst keeping everyone else safe.
Mums comfort and care were always at the forefront and every call we were kept informed, and when possible able to speak to her, which made a huge difference. As a family, we are so grateful that we chose St James as it gave us peace of mind knowing who she was with and was so cared for. We will be forever thankful, and on Mums last day, the team made the most awful day that little bit easier and so dignified. Thank you.
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Review from Angie T (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can not thank St James Court enough, the care for my mum during her last few months was amazing.
The staff are second to none, absolutely nothing was too much trouble, even during Covid-19 when staffing levels were very difficult, they arranged to be with Mum when we called so they could answer her
phone and we could say hello.
I have nothing but praise for every single member of staff and so grateful that mum's last months were spent in such a lovely, caring and friendly place.
A massive thank you.
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Review from Elizabeth S (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my parents moved to St James Court just over two years ago. All the staff, from cleaner, kitchen to carers have been absolutely amazing with my parents when my dad was on end of life care we could not ask for any more from the staff. Nothing was too much. My mum still lives at St James and as a
family, we have had a lot of support from the staff who are like our second family. My only worry is that at the minute the world is going through this terrible virus, coronavirus, which obviously means we cannot see our parents at the minute, which we completely understand and staff are so busy they cannot always answer the phone. I think if it was possible during this terrible time, if we could have a closed social media for family and residents, so we could see how our parents are and we can also send messages that can be passed on to them, as this is very difficult for everyone at this time.
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Review from T L (Friend of Resident) published on 10 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The rooms are spacious and clean also en-suite, service users can have their own posessions to make then feel at home. Activities are provided every day and service users are encouraged to join in. The food is excellent and well balanced. I have visited when tea was served and a choice of food was offered
and brought to the room it was well presented and tempting. Visitors can also make a drink for themselves if they wish. I have found the staff, caring, professional and helpful. I would stay there myself.
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Review from C M (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The home is of an excellent standard above others we have been to. The staff are very caring and helpful. The rooms are kept clean at all times. Meals are varied and very well balanced. They put some activities on each day in the mornings and afternoons to keep residents alert and involved.
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Review from I B (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 24 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father-in-law came into St James care home for two weeks respite. The management and staff looked well after him. Problems were solved swiftly by management and staff. They all looked after us when we visited him.
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Review from T H (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 13 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Beautiful, very well fed and looked after. Always someone to talk to. Hairdressing facility is good.
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Review from A N (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father moved to St James Court five years ago when he felt he needed security and help in his later years as a sole dependent carer for 15 years for my parents St James Court staff supported me when I had no help from social services and provided my father with a secure, friendly family environment
a home from home. In his final battle with Alzheimer's full medical facility were initiated in a compassionate and dignified way.
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Review from Tracey R (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum came into St James on 3 May 2019. From walking into the home I felt the pressure from caring for my mum was taken away from me. The care the carers gave my mum was out of this world, even to the day she passed away, the staff were very dignified, so thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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Review from M L (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is more just a warm feeling about the place.
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Review from J C (Wife of Resident) published on 27 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husbands level of care was very good while he was in for respite. His room was really nice and the home overall was excellent. My husband enjoyed his short respite stay. I would use St James again in the future.
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Review from Phil W (Son of Resident) published on 1 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
St James Court has been home to my father for over three years, during which time the staff have provided good care and a compassionate family environment approach.
As his dementia and physical condition deteriorated they were able to continue to meet his needs which was important to us as a family
given it was now his permanent home.
The staff were kind and cared for him with respect and dignity. They worked as a team which showed through in the small things they said and did without knowing so.
The environment has improved with the sections of the home being opened up and accessible, giving more light and feeling of space which has a positive benefit to residents in terms of visibility.
In my fathers last days of life, the care was very well coordinated and exceptional.
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Review from Julie O (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 June 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
St James has literally been a lifeline to Mum and the family. We needed to find a residential care home that would support Mum and provide an enabling environment to help her regain aspects of her health after a difficult period. The quality of care, the outstanding cleanliness and the personal dignity
afforded to Mum are the key factors. The staff are cheerful, friendly, professional yet relaxed. Clearly procedures and protocols are in place but Mum is not having her care 'administered' it is a much more personal and individual experience. Her room meets all her needs, a real home from home. She uses the social areas for meeting her visitors and makes the most of the nice weather by sitting outside when she can.
Reply from Tim Yates, Manager at St James Court
Thank you for your kind comments, I will ensure that all staff are made aware of them.
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Review from A R (Grandson of Resident) published on 5 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I think the care home is at a good standard and majority of staff are to a good standard and make you feel welcome. However, there is a certain few not to standard including one senior which I think they lack on knowledge of the residents and they don't perform to standards they should. Secondly activities.
I think they used to be better but there is less choice now and I prefer it when family members could go through activities and choose what heir family member does. Sometimes you have to keep reminding staff to do certain things with the resident like the hair salon. Overall, I am happy with the care home, just some things have got worse but others have improved.
Reply from Tim Yates, Manager at St James Court
We have recently employed a new activities coordinator with our residents reporting that the home's activities have improved. With activities being undertaken by all of the home's residents. We have…read more
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Review from Robert S (Son of Resident) published on 14 May 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care provided at St James Court for my mum has been very good. All the staff are friendly, helpful and dedicated to looking after the elderly.
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Review from Helen B (Niece of Resident) published on 3 October 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunt received excellent care in the two years she spent in this care home until her death aged 98 in September 2017. The staff always treated her with respect and made sure she was clean and comfortable. In particular, I would like to commend the senior carer who clearly had an emotional connection
with my aunt and did everything in her power to ensure her death was as peaceful as possible and the night care who spent as much time as possible in my aunt's room on the night of her death to ensure that she did not spend her final hours alone.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.947)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.947) out of 10 for St James Court is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 30 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 30 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.947 for St James Court is calculated as follows: ( (340 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 358 Ratings = 4.947
  2. 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 St James Court is based on 30 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 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
    2. 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 58 registered maximum number of service users is 11.6, which has been reached with 30 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 8 Apr 2020

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Awards / Recognitions (6)

Meet the Team (2)

Tracey

Tracey Oliver

Job Title: Care Home manager Joined: 2019

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

Kelly Dawes

Job Title: Deputy Manger Joined: 2015

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.

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