Ward Green Lodge

High Ridge, Ward Green, Worsbrough, Barnsley S70 5HL
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Ward Green Lodge are the proud winners of the "Regional Care Home of the Year - North 2018" Caring Awards UK

Ward Green Lodge has a relaxing environment, highly-suited to those with care needs who can benefit from provision that is tailored to them as individuals.

Staff are well-trained and committed to quality, supporting a stimulating lifestyle alongside the care itself and enabling residents to feel like an active part of the community.

En-suite rooms add to the comfort and privacy of the home, while care workers are also skilled in the complications of dementia care.
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Care Provided by Ward Green Lodge

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 66 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

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

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1175 – £1175
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1175 – £1175
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1175 – £1175
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1175 – £1175

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Ward Green Lodge 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)

Good to Know

Owner

  • Ward Green Lodge Ltd

Person in charge

  • Wendy Waddington (Registered Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2014
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (62)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (62)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (1)

Visiting

  • Visit anytime of the day, please refrain visiting at meal times, these hours are as follows:


    Breakfast - 08:30-09:30
    Lunch - 12:30-13:30
    Tea Time - 16:30-17:30

Parking

  • Parking for at least 20 cars

Ward Green Lodge Reviews (73)

9.6

Ward Green Lodge has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.627) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ward Green Lodge has 73 reviews.

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Review from Angela B (Niece of Resident) published on 26 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunty was at the end of her life, we were made welcome straight away. All staff at the home were friendly, professional and very caring, from the receptionist to the manager, all day and night staff. Nothing was too much trouble any small thing my aunty needed was provided with a smile and genuine
care. You should be very proud of this care home, the atmosphere, it comes from the manager and all her staff, people from other homes should visit and learn how to provide excellent care, they should take inspiration from Ward Green Lodge.
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Review from Sue D (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother, has very good care in looking after her daily needs, medical care and having a well balanced diet. She enjoys taking part in the activities that the home provides. She has made some good friends. My only concern is the hygiene, the homes procedure is 1 shower a week, which I don't think is
enough as she is incontinent. Therefore I give her extra showers. My mother has a lovely en suite room, which has her personal things in it to make it feel homely. The staff are kind and we have a good relationship with them.
Reply from Wendy Lovely, Home Manager at Ward Green Lodge

If a resident chooses to have a bath/shower every day then this will be carried out. Baths/showers are offered regularly throughout the day, residents will often refuse and staff have to act in their best interest.

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Review from S S (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 11 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My relative has been in Ward Green Lodge for over twelve months from the very first day, the staff including cooks, domestic,carers and management have been extremely kind and supportive to family members and to my relative extremely patient, kind and understanding. We don't leave after a visit concerned
about any aspect of her care. The staff all feel to us like an extended family. I would recommend Ward Green Lodge to anyone that is looking for a first class care home. Thank you to all Ward Green Lodge staff.
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Review from I L (Wife of Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 2 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
All rooms and quality of furnishings are nice but my husband is pestered with other wandering residents (in his bedroom) which leads to family members searching for his personal items on a regular basis. On a couple of occasions we have walked in on other residents using his bathroom and his products
on one occasion in his bed. Even though his clothing tagged he does not always receive his own laundry. Staff inform us that they showered my husband regularly but we often see him in the same clothes all week and unshaven. Therefore the quality of care is in my opinion only satisfactory but does not warrant the now unaffordable top up fees.
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Review from L W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 3 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Ward Green Lodge is a fantastic care home with great staff, some of the staff though are a little rude when questioned about how the residents is being cared for i.e asking questions about there health some are happy to tell you and some try and put it off by changing the subject to something else.
The price per week for residents to stay in the home is extortionate plus top ups on top of that, other than that the overall place is great and very clean.
Reply from Wendy Lovely, Home Manager at Ward Green Lodge

Ward Green Lodge, for its facilities, modern built, hair dressing, quality home made food, kitchenettes are undoubtedly value for money. This when compared to some of the homes in the area is definitely value for money.

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Review from Elizabeth W (Son of Resident) published on 30 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We approached Ward Green Lodge when mum was put on the end of life program.
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Review from Margaret C (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My relative has been in Ward Green Lodge for 10 months. During this time she has been well cared for and has on the whole been happy. She is not always easy to deal with and can be very demanding but staff have been able to cope with her and she loves them all! I have been able to go home to Belfast
and know that she is in a safe, clean and friendly environment. If unwell she gets prompt medical attention. I can ring at any time and when i visit i feel welcome and very much at home!
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Review from Jean L (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 March 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The home has provided excellent care. The staff are professional, friendly and provide a welcoming environment. Any problems are resolved in a professional manner. The home is kept very clean and the food is of good quality.
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Review from Lynda W (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 March 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having made the most difficult decision and accepting that our much loved Mum required 24 hour care, it was vitally important to us to find someone who could provide the care she deserved. As luck would have it we found Ward Green Lodge, who have more than exceeded our expectations.


I cannot thank

everyone of the amazing staff for the care and friendship they have given to Mum from the first day we walked through their door. She was immediately made to feel welcome and at home, like a returning member of the family.
The difference in Mums illness is unbelievable since her move to Ward Green Lodge, she is happy and relaxed and as near to her old self that I have seen for a very long time. This drastic improvement in my Mums life is a testament to the fantastic management and absolutely phenomenal care team.
I truly cannot thank you enough for the care that you have not only shown my Mum but have extended to myself and my whole family at the most difficult time of our lives. Thank you.
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Review from Brenda C (Regular Volunteer) published on 2 December 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been volunteering at Ward Green Lodge since July 2015, offering hand/arm massage and manicures to the residents. Encouraging reminiscence, conversation and socialisation to residents, and complimenting activities that are provided by staff members there and assist them in providing a stimulating
and safe living environment.
I have worked within the NHS and Criminal Justice System all my working life, and Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable adults was also part of my remit. This has been my first experience of volunteering (although I have experience of using volunteers, professionally and successfully in the past) and of working within a residential/early EMI unit, and I feel that Ward Green Lodge provides a level of care that far excels my expectations. The day to day care provided to residents is a pleasure to witness , they work with the residents and their families to ensure a continuity of care. Working well with families and encourage effective, and on going communication with outside professional bodies, such as G.P's, district nursing, chiropody, pharmacy and hairdressing, providing an holistic service. The environment is exceptional, and I would have no qualms in residing there myself. I have to say I have exacting expectations, and Ward Green Lodge certainly match up! Well done to the Manager and her fabulous staff in making this environment, happy, friendly and caring, not only to residents and their families but also to volunteers! It is a pleasure to compliment, and not to complain.
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Review from Sheila (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 November 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mum was admitted to Ward Green Lodge after a two month stay in hospital. We as a family were told there was nothing more they could do for her. After many sleepless nights of worry as to where we could take mum we then went to visit Ward Green. We were most pleased with the reception we were given
at this very uncertain time. Mum was assessed by the Managers and made mum feel at ease and were so friendly. On the day she went to Ward Green it was a very emotional time for all the family and especially mum who was to be left alone with strangers. Well after three weeks what a change I have seen in her health. She gets out of bed, eats in the dining room and socialises with everyone. This would not have happened without the care of all at Ward Green but I have some personal thanks to the two carers who were with her on her first morning. You were amazing then and you still are. Nothing is too much trouble for them and they also make us feel cared for when mum is not so good. Another staff member is a diamond. She has a heart of gold and is very professional in all aspects of her work. Again nothing is too much trouble for her with anything that you ask her to do for you. Everyone I have personal contact with are such caring people in some difficult times in peoples lives. Keep up the good work, we thank you all.
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Review from Pauline W (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 October 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Ward Green Lodge is a warm, friendly and loving residential home. We chose it for Mum because of the bright, attractive, spacious surroundings. The staff are endlessly patient, respectful and FUN. The manager's door is always open so if there are any aspects of care to discuss these are usually dealt
with speedily. Mum reports that the food is excellent, tasty and plentiful. The outside environment is also well planted with great care given to raised, scented flower beds and attractive seating areas.


Living as I do out of the area, I have absolutely no worries about Mum's daily care, knowing that she is in a safe, loving environment. I highly recommend Ward Green Lodge

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Review from Jean D (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 August 2015 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After living alone our 94 year old mum arrived at Ward Green lodge to a very warm welcome from the lovely staff in May this year. Mum has dementia but soon settled .Her quality of life has improved (she communicates better and is more mobile) thanks to the excellent care she receives. We have peace
of mind knowing she is safe and well cared for in a beautiful home.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.627)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.627) out of 10 for Ward Green Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.627 for Ward Green Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (194 Excellents x 5) + (20 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) + (4 Poors x 2) + (10 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 236 Ratings = 4.627
  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 Ward Green Lodge is based on 18 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 66 registered maximum number of service users is 13.2, which has been reached with 18 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: 27 Nov 2018

Overall Good

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  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (3)

Darryl

Darryl Britto

Job Title: Managing Director Joined: 2014

Dr Darryl Britto is the Managing Director of Britto Healthcare. He entered the care sector and has had a long career within healthcare seeing synergies between his experiences and the ability to deliver high-quality social care within a state-of-the-art facility at Ward Green Lodge.


Britto Healthcare aims to deliver care tailored to the needs of the individual within a stimulating environment.

Wendy

Wendy Waddington

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2014

Wendy has worked in the care industry for over 34 years working primarily in the Barnsley area and gaining a reputation for high-quality care and approachability.


She has achieved her level 5 diploma in health and social care and was a National Finalist at the 2011 Great British Care Awards.


Wendy has recently gained her qualification in “Education and Training”, Staff development is key.


She is passionate about providing personalised care and has recruited a high-quality team to deliver this at Ward Green Lodge.

Lucy

Lucy Crossley

Job Title: Business & Compliance Manager Joined: 2014

Lucy has worked in the care industry for over 22 years working primarily in the Barnsley area since she was 16


She has achieved her level 5 diploma in leadership for health and social care and was a National Finalist at the 2022 Great British Care Awards.


Lucy is dedicated to providing personalised care and has worked at Ward Green Lodge from the day that it opened

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