Holywell Park

Hodsoll Street, Ash-Cum-Ridley, Sevenoaks TN15 7LE
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9.6 41 Reviews
  • Holywell Park, Sevenoaks
Holywell Park is a large country house, set in its own grounds in the hamlet of Ashley-Cum-Ridley. Offering 24 hour nursing, dementia, residential and respite care the aim is to provide a friendly, caring environment for older people.

The home employs registered nurses, qualified care assistants, chefs, kitchen assistants and on-site housekeeping and maintenance staff.

Daily activities include: manicures, maintaining hobbies, playing games, Bingo, movie nights and themed nights. The home receives regular visits from musical and theatre groups, along with visits to the pantomime and garden centres.

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Care Provided by Holywell Park

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 60 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Alzheimer's
  • Asperger Syndrome
  • Autism/ASD
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Bipolar/Manic Depression
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Challenging Behaviour/Psychosis
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Down Syndrome
  • Drug Dependence (past or present)
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Sara White (General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Private and local authority
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (58)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No
    • Last Refurbishment: 2023
    • Number of floors: 3

Funding & Fees Guide for Holywell Park

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care £1,200 – £1,700
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,300 – £1,900
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care £1,400 – £1,900
    • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care £1,500 – £2,199
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care £1,300 – £1,800
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,300 – £1,900
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care £1,500 – £2,000
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care £1,500 – £2,200

  • All residents are assessed prior to move in and fees are calculated based on care needs and room choice.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Holywell Park to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Stairlift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Open visiting


  • Parking

  • On site parking available


Holywell Park Reviews (41)

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9.6

Holywell Park has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.641) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Holywell Park has 41 reviews.

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Review from Helen E (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 91-year-old mother has been at Holywell Park for nearly two months. The staff and the care they have provided have restored her dignity, mobility and enjoyment in life. All of these had been lost as the result of a short stay in hospital after breaking her pelvis.

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Review from Judith C (Wife of Resident) published on 9 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 85-year-old husband, with dementia, needs constant attendance. He wishes to 'be busy outdoors' at all times. He has been given minor gardening jobs; he has been allowed to roll his Bowls along the lawn and to practise golf putting, always with someone in attendance. I have been able to contact my
husband by FaceTime and on the telephone because staff have helped by pressing the correct buttons. His room is bright, warm, clean and has an ensuite toilet. When it is time to leave him he is sometimes upset but there is always a nurse who will comfort him and ensure he is safe and happy. Staff have always ensured that all information sent to me has been copied to my daughter (at my request) to enable me and my family to make decisions. All staff have been incredibly kind and have always been willing to answer all my queries. I have always been kept informed if there have been any problems. I could not wish for a happier, safer place for my husband to stay.

Reply from Natalie Davidson, Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for your lovely review Judith. It has been our absolute pleasure to support you through this transition.


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Review from Eileen D (Sister of Resident) published on 5 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My sister has only been at Holywell for the past three months. She originally came for just six weeks but shortly afterwards she decided she would like to stay full term. The reasons my sister stayed was, she felt safe and cared for, along with cleanliness being top class, and the food was out of this
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My own experience and observations are, at the first point of contact a friendly receptionist answers the phone with a very happy and cheery “Hello, Holywell park”. Puts you at ease straight away. I have found the managers very helpful in answering all my many questions. I congratulate Holywell park for retaining such good quality staff. The carers are brilliant with my sister, they happily provide all her needs. The nurses have made my sister very comfortable as she has a few health issues and they always contact me to report any changes.
My sister is profoundly deaf and all staff are very good at communication. I thank every one of you.

Reply from Natalie Davidson, Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for your lovely review Eileen, we have a fantastic team at Holywell, and it has been a pleasure to provide care and support. We are so pleased you and your sister are happy.


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Review from P C (Son of Resident) published on 17 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum came to Holywell Park following a long stay in the hospital after being abused at another home. Obviously, we were very concerned, however, we need not have worried. Mum's care at Holywell Park has been second to none, and we would have no hesitation in recommending.

Reply from Natalie Davidson, Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you so much for your amazing review. It is our privilege to provide the care we do to our lovely residents.


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Review from C G (Wife of Resident) published on 17 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Contact with care staff is friendly, and they are very pleasant with my husband. It is difficult to make a detailed commend as Covid has reduced visiting time so severely, but it's a great relief still to be allowed in.

Reply from Natalie Davidson, Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for your review. This has been a tough time for everyone, and we cannot wait to welcome everyone back to Holywell.


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Review from R P (Godson of Resident) published on 17 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Every time I have visited, I have been extremely impressed with the facilities. The quality of care and the wonderful staff.

Reply from Natalie Davidson, Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review. It is always appreciated by us all.


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Review from John K (Son of Resident) published on 22 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care my mother is receiving at Holywell Park is excellent. All the staff show a deep commitment to making the lives of residents as fulfilling as possible. The staff also show great respect for the residents, recognising that although they may now be frail and with poor memory they have lived vibrant
and fulfilling lives in earlier years.
I have been very impressed with the arrangements around the Covid epidemic. Firstly that they have managed to keep Holywell Covid-free by their commitment, and secondly by enabling visits when possible that minimise anxiety to the residents.

Reply from Natalie Davidson, Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for such a lovely review. It really does mean so much to myself and the team to receive this kind of feedback. Our whole team have been amazing over this period, as have our residents and families.


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Review from J R (Niece of Resident) published on 16 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am pleased with the care my aunt has received. The staff understand her needs and requirements and are happy to assist with any queries raised.
The standard of procedures put in place to minimize any risk of infection are excellent. The arrangements for visiting, if permissible, have been well thought
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Staff are always friendly, approachable and and willing to help and I am most grateful for all the care my aunt has received over the years; many thanks Holywell Park.

Reply from Natalie Davidson, Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you very much for your kind review. Our staff here at Holywell always go above and beyond and are working extremely hard during these unprecedented times.


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Review from Jane A (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother has been living at Holywell for nearly four years and feels very much at home. Holywell is set in peaceful surroundings with beautiful grounds. The staff are extremely kind and caring towards the residents, rooms are kept clean and the food is good. A variety of activities are organised daily
which residents enjoy. It has been greatly appreciated visits have been arranged since we have come out of lockdown.

Reply from Natalie Davidson, Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for your lovely review, it has been a pleasure to facilitate visits and keep everyone in touch the best we can.


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Review from Julie P (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursing care for my Dad at Holywell has been very comprehensive and I am very grateful. Staff have been very caring and have managed particularly well during the COVID restrictions. The outdoor visits have been well organised with a second sheltered space having been cleverly created. The home has
a family feel about it and when I have contacted the manager with any query she has always got back to me promptly.

Reply from Natalie Davidson, Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for the lovely review. It has been a very challenging time for all, we hope that we can all get back to normal as soon as possible. Thank you for your continued support.


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Review from Diane B (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our mother has been at Holywell Park Care Home for over 3-years, and she is extremely happy there. She has made numerous friends both with other residents and with members of the staff. The staff are conscientious, courteous and friendly and are always willing to help if there is a problem.


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home has had numerous improvements during the time our mother has been there, and the atmosphere is always welcoming when you arrive. My mother is lucky and has her own lounge area if she wants to watch her own tv or entertain her visitors.


There are plenty of activities arranged each day, and before the COVID 19 lockdown, there used to be outings every fortnight and lunch at the local pub every Thursday for those who wanted to go out.


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Review from Lynette B (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has lived at Holywell Park for five years now. She has vascular dementia, and no short term memory but is physically well and mobile, needing minimal nursing care. She has been very contented here and is always telling me how kind everyone is looking after her. The staff all genuinely care
for all the residents and know them well as individuals. There are lots of activities available throughout the week, and themes change in the dining room according to the seasons, which means displays and menus are often varied. My mum particularly loves all the music and singing, and the visits by farm animals and pets. The home has had several managers since I’ve known it and has steadily improved in the last couple of years, particularly in terms of record-keeping, staffing levels, and communication. It really feels like a home, and I strongly recommend it for residents who don’t have challenging behaviour.

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Review from Julie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 December 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father and I had visited a number of care homes before deciding on Holywell Park. The property is well maintained, furnished to a good standard and doesn't smell like a lot of care homes do. He has received excellent care since staying at Holywell Park. The staff have been very professional and caring,
even when my father has been very challenging and aggressive towards them. There are always plenty of activities for the resident to participate in and quiet rooms if they don't want to. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Holywell Park.

Reply from Natalie Davidson, Registered Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to care for your dad. The staff will miss him greatly.


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Review from P M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 17 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The support and care to both my mother-in-law and us as a family has been amazing, especially as it was a very difficult time and still remains at intervals. The staff are excellent.

Reply from Andi Barker, Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for your review. We challenge the team to work very hard and maintain such high standards, it's really pleasing to receive feedback like this, to show their hard work and dedication to Holywell Park is now coming to fruition.
I know the team really enjoy meeting the needs of your family member, Andi.


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Review from Chris H (Friend of Resident) published on 17 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Friendly, caring reliable staff.

Reply from Andi Barker, Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for your kind comments and review, we were very happy the home was able to be of service to you and your close friend, Andi.


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Review from Christine H (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum had her first ever respite stay here at Holywell and naturally I was concerned that she would be OK but I needn't have worried as the staff here really looked after mum. She said all the staff were very kind and caring, the food was good and the facilities excellent. We upgraded mum to one of the
better rooms on arrival but the others we saw looked perfectly fine. I looked at many respite places before booking mum in here as I was impressed by the staff's friendly welcoming manner and the cleanliness of the place. To me, it is a cut above all the other homes I looked at and the staff go the extra mile to look after everyone. There are several people here just employed to do activities with residents and each week Holywell organise trips out including a pub meal. They also have their own coffee shop and bar. Mum has said she will gladly return next time we go on holiday and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for respite care.

Reply from Andi Barker, Registered Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for your wonderful comments, we would be more than happy to have Mum back to stay with us anytime.


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Review from Lawrence L (Son of Resident) published on 20 September 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been so pleased with how excellent this care/nursing home has been for my stepfather and my mother. The home looks beautiful and the grounds are kept immaculate. The rooms that my parents received were thoughtfully allocated, concerning their needs and wants. The food has always been a high standard
and the home is clean - The management have always been above and beyond for my family - We would have long chats and probably expect too much, but all we received back was a smile, an answer and explanation if required. Most importantly, the incredible empathy and compassion that ALL the staff have given to our circumstances have been so touching. The way they gave our family time to share special moments was beyond what I would expect from any nursing home. It has a family feel with the staff and the residents and my only regret is I was not able to give my mother longer in this care home to enjoy the smiles, the cuddles, the moments, that the staff here give freely and honestly.

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Review from Steve K (Son of Resident) published on 6 September 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Holywell Park did wonders for my mother. She went there in a very frail depressed state and we saw an immediate and substantial improvement. The staff were excellent making sure she was well taken care of, medication was taken, doctors visiting, well fed, responding to requests and above all that
she was loved. They organised daily events she loved taking part in and were a great help when medical emergencies or other hospital trips were needed. The staff have also been excellent with us (her relatives) making it easy to visit, easy to raise concerns over her health and arrange for her to have a full life including outings for family events.


Sadly my mother died recently and again Holywell Park and especially the management team were excellent at helping us with this.


Reply from Kimberley Fletcher, Home Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for your very kind words Steve.
We have a great team here at Holywell who all work so hard to make our residents lives meaningful and fulfilled.
Your mother was such a lovely lady who was not only popular in the home, but also in the local community.
No matter who you talk with they all know her!
She contributed so much towards our daily life and we miss her every day.


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Review from Elizabeth E (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 July 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother received palliative care at Holywell Park from January 2017 until her passing at the end of May 2017.
As a nurse myself, I recognise that the management and the nursing team worked well together and I cannot praise them highly enough.
My mother’s physical and emotional needs were always
met and she was regularly assessed and her care plan adjusted accordingly.
She was cared for with compassion and dignity under some difficult circumstances and as a family, we feel very privileged that she was staying at Holywell Park.
During this time my family, including our elderly father, were also supported and cared for by the team. There were always refreshments offered and time was found to chat to us, by every member of staff.
We appreciated the kindness you showed us all.
Please accept my most sincere and grateful thanks

Reply from Kimberley Fletcher, Home Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for your very kind words. It was a privilege and honour to care for your mother and support your lovely family, albeit for a short time. The staff team we have here are great and we are very proud that the care, and support, we deliver is heartfelt, genuine and sincere.


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Review from Hilary F (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 May 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was happy from the day she arrived at Holywell Park and enjoyed the various activities as well as the beautiful setting. She loved the food and when her appetite diminished a lot of effort was made to assist with her calorie intake and really tempt her with snacks which were delicious and
easy to eat. As her health deteriorated we were so grateful for the loving care she received, the staff were so gentle and kind and were really concerned for her welfare. Her final days were comfortable and pain-free, and the staff really looked after me as well. I am very grateful - choosing a nursing home is such a difficult decision and I never regretted our choice.

Reply from Kimberley Fletcher, Home Manager at Holywell Park

Thank you for your kind words, Hilary. We will all miss your lovely mother. She was a special lady and who we were privileged to have known and cared for during her time at Holywell.


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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.641)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.641) out of 10 for Holywell Park is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 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 4.641 for Holywell Park is calculated as follows: ( (177 Excellents x 5) + (41 Goods x 4) + (10 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) + (5 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 234 Ratings = 4.641

  • 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 Holywell Park is based on 19 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 60 registered maximum number of service users is 12, which has been reached with 19 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.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 31 Jul 2019

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  • Effective

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  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Meet the Team (7)

Sara

Sara White

Job Title: General Manager

Joined: 2013

I started my career at Holywell over 10 years ago as a nurse. I loved it straight away and being the General Manager has always been my dream job.


We think of ourselves like a family at Holywell and treat our residents with kindness, respect, and dignity.


We are a lively bunch, and no day is the same. I believe in looking at the person, not the illness.


My door is always open to residents, relatives, and staff. I like to say hello to every resident every day and have a chat.


Good communication and daily updates with all departments are essential for effective teamwork.


I encourage professional and personal growth through training, supervision and being self-aware.


I have 2 grown-up daughters and family overseas so we love to travel.


I play Pickleball every week, enjoy coastal walks, and lots of socialising and enjoy life at home and work.


Rachael

Rachael Crawte

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2024

As a dedicated and proactive Deputy Manager, I bring a solid track record of driving team performance ensuring the highest standards of care. With a focus on business goals and service delivery, I support management in planning and implementing key initiatives identifying areas for improvement and fostering a positive, empathic and devoted work culture. I excel in motivating and guiding my team, promoting professional development and consistently achieving organisational values and vision.


When not at work I am the mother of 2 teenagers.


Becky

Becky Cooper-Thorn

Job Title: Head of Care

Joined: 2003

I have worked at Holywell Park for 20 years, I started as a housekeeper and I have worked my way up through housekeeping, kitchen assistant, care assistant and team leader, then finally settling as Head of the Care team which I have been doing for the past 4 years. I am extremely determined. I feel my confidence and knowledge have grown massively over the years. I’ve enjoyed every minute of learning about the different aspects of care, there is so much more to being a care assistant than exclusively meeting personal care needs. I love building a good rapport with all the residents and providing an excellent standard of care in a person-centred approach. I love to go that extra mile to see a smile on our resident's faces.


Jo

Jo Lingham

Job Title: Head of Activities

Joined: 2010

I have worked at Holywell Park for over 13 years.


I began as a care assistant, through to team leader and now Activities and Wellbeing Leader.


I’m a Mum of 3 wonderful boys who are my world, they love coming in to see the residents, I want them to grow up see a care home setting as an inclusive environment.


I have been revamping the range of activities at Holywell Park to accommodate some of our newer residents and introduce new opportunities.


We are finding out so much more about our residents and able to give proper holistic care.


With a greater understanding of their backgrounds, I am able to act as an advocate to improve their daily lives.


Holywell Park has always had a family feel and now we can get back to normality post covid, we cannot wait to extend our family further and invite you all along on our journey.


Caren

Caren Harvey

Job Title: Administrator

Joined: 2017

I started working at Holywell Park in December 2017 as a Part-time Administrator and was then offered the full-time position of Home Administrator in January 2019 due to staff changes.
I am responsible for the smooth running of the payroll and other financial issues and work closely with our staff, residents, and families. I also work alongside our accounts team.
It’s a challenging but enjoyable role as no two days are the same.
Before having my children, who are now teenagers I worked as a payroll officer for an international advertising agency. I then took a work from home job with a media agency while raising them.
As a family we spend some of our weekends watching my daughter show jumping as she has her own horse.


Sophie

Sophie Booker

Job Title: Head Housekeeper

Joined: 2017

I have been working for Holywell for 9 years and I have been Head of Housekeeping since 2017.


During this time I have worked hard at creating a dedicated, hardworking and solid team of housekeepers.


I enjoy coming to work and making a difference. As a team, we work hard daily in making Holywell a friendly, lovely and clean homely environment for our residents.


Derrick

Derrick Jenner

Job Title: Head Chef

Joined: 2007

My name is Derrick, I have been working at Holywell Park as the Kitchen Manager and Chef for the last 16 years.


I run the meal service and manage several kitchen staff ensuring legislation and paperwork is up to date.


I enjoy cooking and trialling new menus to suit a variety of diets and needs.


Outside of work, I enjoy fixing things at home and gardening.