Ditton Priors Care Centre

Ashfield Road, Ditton Priors, Bridgnorth WV16 6TW
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9.5 19 Reviews
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Ditton Priors Care Centre is based in the village of Ditton Priors, just a few miles from the Shropshire town of Bridgnorth.

This residential care home is surrounded by lawns, flower beds and patio areas, and offers uninterrupted views over the Shropshire countryside.

The 21 rooms are mostly singles with a few double rooms for married couples.
Kind and caring well-trained staff give residents respect and dignity as well as independence.

Residents can enjoy activities in the home, visits from performers and trips out as well as relaxation areas and pursue hobbies and enjoy peace and quiet.

Nutritious, delicious, fresh meals are prepared by the chef and cooks for residents to enjoy.

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Care Provided by Ditton Priors Care Centre

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 23 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Alzheimer's
  • Asperger Syndrome
  • Autism/ASD
  • Bipolar/Manic Depression
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Challenging Behaviour/Psychosis
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Down Syndrome
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Neuropathic
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Prader-Willi Syndrome
  • Profound & Multiple Learning Disabilities
  • Schizophrenia
  • Speech Impairment
  • Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Day Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Alison Baylis (Deputy Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Prior Assessment
    • Ages 50+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (19)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Number of floors: 1

Funding & Fees Guide for Ditton Priors Care Centre

  • 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 £1,313 – £1,400
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,326 – £1,500
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care £1,313 – £1,400
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,326 – £1,500

  • We assess each resident that is looking for care and tailor all fees to ensure we can effectively meet their individual care needs and choices.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Ditton Priors Care Centre to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Stairlift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Ditton Priors Care Centre Reviews (19)

9.5

Ditton Priors Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.516) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Ditton Priors Care Centre has 19 reviews.

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Review from Karen H (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What makes this home special are the dedicated people who work here. They are fantastic, I can't praise them highly enough. This is my dad's home and this team of people have become part of our family. It's not only the carers it's also the housekeeping, catering and maintenance staff that make this
home what it is, a safe and welcoming place to be.

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Review from M F (Stepson of Resident) published on 6 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Premises are located in countryside enviroment with secure and adequate parking. Visiting no need for an appointment but avoid meal times. Communication is excellent in even of any incident.

Reply from Alison Bailey, Registered manager at Ditton Priors Care Centre

Thankyou for your review of our home, its very kind of you.


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Review from J D (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mom went into this care home in July. In the first few weeks, she kept wanting to come home with me when I visited her, but the staff were really good with her and eventually she settled in. She has a lovely room with views over the fields. The staff are very nice and always keep me updated on anything
that concerns my mom. Another thing I'm impressed with is the home is always very clean and tidy.

Reply from Alison Baylis, Registered manager at Ditton Priors Care Centre

Thank you for your kind words, it is a pleasure to have your mom with us.


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Review from C C (Sister of Resident) published on 9 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

There are not enough words to say how glad I am that my sister is in the excellent care of the Manager and her team at Ditton Priors. My sister is treated with the utmost care while retaining her dignity and is happy to be there she has her own room and has no wish to be anywhere else but at Ditton.
I phone her every day and have a good relationship with the staff.

Reply from Alison Bailey, Registered manager at Ditton Priors Care Centre

Thank you so much for your response I will pass this information on to all the staff.


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Review from H B (Husband of Resident) published on 7 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Since her admission in June 2022, my wife has received excellent care in most respects and has accepted her residency as a normal life from the start. My only criticism is the size of her room which does not seem to match the standard set in the online brochure. I find the home management and nursing
care to be of a very high standard in all respects.

Reply from Alison Baylis, Registered manager at Ditton Priors Care Centre

Thank you for your feedback, your comments are very much appreciated and I will pass them on to all the team


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Review from Sue H (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

In April 2023 mum, who has dementia, was initially given a temporary two-week respite place at Ditton. I was apprehensive about this, as until then I had been her full-time carer and didn’t know how well she would settle there. For a couple of weeks, she was restless, but with the wonderful and totally
dedicated care team at Ditton, she did eventually settle. Visitors are always greeted warmly, offered a drink and often cake too! Every time I visit mum I am struck by the happy and positive atmosphere there. Staff work well as a team and Ditton has the feeling of a big family home environment, where residents are able to potter between their own room, communal lounge, garden and other areas, as and when they wish, with staff interacting and always attentive to their needs. Staff contact me promptly if there are any medical or other issues regarding mum, and I now have great peace of mind, knowing that she is being looked after by a fantastic team in such a warm and caring environment.

Reply from Alison Baylis, Registered manager at Ditton Priors Care Centre

Thank you very much from everyone here at Ditton Priors for your kind words.


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Review from Joanne W (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visit with my younger sister, we usually visit on a Friday and have lunch with our mum. She has dementia. I am her only twin as we lost my sister in 2011. I am at home now following a brain bleed, I am on long-term sick, redundant from working, driving etc. I have two older brothers who do not visit
at all. We find the home is everything mum needs.

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Review from S G (Son of Resident) published on 17 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the start it's been great. It's such a traumatic experience for everyone involved, my mother has been treated so well as have I. Always with a smile and much love, I spend watching TV in her room with always a lovely cup of tea. Meals and the food is always good and I'm a chef, yes we are very
happy indeed. Thank you all.

Reply from Juliet Peall, Regional Manager at Ditton Priors Care Centre

Thank you for taking the time to provide a review about the service you and your mother have experienced at Ditton Priors. What a smashing compliment to the kitchen team from someone who is in the trade. We strive for excellent care and the team will be so pleased that their dedication is recognised with such lovely words.


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Review from David G (Son of Resident) published on 24 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I was very impressed by the team. Always on the case immediately - phone me even before the hospital told me my dad was being placed there. Totally on top of his care and proactive. The staff are kind and friendly. I always felt my dad was in the best place and being looked after well. Overall, very
impressed. In particular, I would like to thank the manager.

Reply from Deborah Ferris, Registered manager at Ditton Priors Care Centre

Thank you, David, for the kind review, it was a pleasure caring for your dad and we will welcome him back if he ever requires respite in the future.


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Review from D T (Respite Resident) published on 24 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I was sent by the local hospital, I did not wish to come - I made a fuss. If in future I need a break, I would come here if there was a bed available. The young carers are helpful, the food is excellent - where else would you get a bacon sandwich for breakfast. The drugs are given by trained staff on
time. A good local doctor visits.

Reply from Deborah Ferris, Registered manager at Ditton Priors Care Centre

Diana, it was an absolute pleasure having you stay with us, extremely happy you enjoyed your stay and the bacon sandwiches. You will always be welcomed back.


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Review from Barbara C (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so pleased with the care given to Dad. The staff are kind and attentive and are very caring to us as well as my dad. Dad is happy and says he enjoys the meals. The home is lovely and clean and we are always happy to leave Dad in the care of Ditton Priors Care Centre. Thank you all, we appreciate
all you do.

Reply from Chris Harpham, Regional Manager at Ditton Priors Care Centre

Thank you, Barbara, for your feedback, your comments are very much appreciated and I will pass them on to all the team.


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Review from Gordon I (Respite Resident) published on 12 January 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Overall experience was excellent. The food was very good, the care and attention throughout my stay were very good. Facilities were easily accessible and beds were very comfortable. The staff were very accommodating particularly when I found myself having to go back in at short notice.

Reply from Deborah Ferris, Registered manager at Ditton Priors Care Centre

Hi Gordon,
Thank you for your feedback, your comments are very much appreciated and I will pass them on to all the team. I'd like to say what a pleasure it was to have you here at Ditton Priors Care Centre and I'm glad you enjoyed your time here. If you are in need of a break, Gordon, please feel free to contact us, you will always be welcomed back.


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Review from Sarah S (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 23 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visited my mother in law yesterday. She greeted us with a lovely smile, something we have not seen for a good few months, she was very chatty and very settled. The staff were very caring and compassionate, the support they have given my mother-in-law is amazing, she has been there on a trial period
and has now decided to stay as she feels safe secure and extremely well looked after. For us, as a family, this means a lot. It is so homely and has a family atmosphere. Thank you to each and every one of the staff you're true heroes.

Reply from Deborah Ferris, Registered manager at Ditton Priors Care Centre

Thank you for your kind words, we are so happy that your mother-in-law has settled and is happy.


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Review from Margaret D (Wife of Resident) published on 26 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to thank management and staff for their continuing high level of care during this difficult time. The actions everyone is taking are clearly working to the benefit of all, and I very much appreciate the time taken to ensure I am in contact with my husband via video call plus the phone updates
from staff.

Reply from Peter Davies, Recruitment & Training Manager at Ditton Priors Care Centre

Thank you for your wonderful review and your continuing support. Stay safe and we hope to see you very soon!.


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Review from N A (Son of Resident) published on 1 November 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All excellent, first-class care at an affordable price.

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Review from Jayne R (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

This Care home has transformed beyond recognition since January 2018, the whole ambience has improved. The residents are benefiting from more stimulus, and the atmosphere in the home is happier.

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Review from Lynne W (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This care centre has looked after my Mother superbly well for the last 2 years. The building and garden are well maintained, warm in the summer months with adequate fans if needed and cosy and snug in the colder months. The rooms are beautifully painted and furnished. The meals all look appetising and
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The care my Mother has received has been exemplary. Each carer is happy, smiling and conscious of individuals needs. Nothing is too much trouble. As a family, we are always welcomed and kept in the loop regarding Mum's care pathway.

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Review from Graham (Husband of Resident) published on 1 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Friendly staff, excellent care and nice tea. I could not be happier with the care my wife receives.

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Review from Jan R (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 July 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ditton Priors Care Centre is a lovely care home with fabulous motivated staff and great care driven leadership. All residents needs are diligently addressed and the team makes sure they are met. It is clean, friendly, welcoming and we would highly recommend it.

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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.516)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.516) out of 10 for Ditton Priors Care Centre is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 8 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 8 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 4.716 for Ditton Priors Care Centre is calculated as follows: ( (73 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 95 Ratings = 4.716

  • 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 4.8 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Ditton Priors Care Centre is based on 8 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 = 3.8

    • 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 23 registered maximum number of service users is 4.6, which has been reached with 8 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: 14 Dec 2023

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  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • 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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Alison

Alison Baylis

Job Title: Home Manager

Alison is our brilliant home manager for Ditton Priors. She is very experienced and passionate about delivering first-class care to all our residents.


Frequently Asked Questions about Ditton Priors Care Centre

What types of Care is Ditton Priors Care Centre registered for?

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

What additional types of Care does Ditton Priors Care Centre provide?

Palliative Care, Day Care, Own GP if required & End of Life Care are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Ditton Priors Care Centre have?

There are 19 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Ditton Priors Care Centre?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Ditton Priors Care Centre to the centre of Bridgnorth?

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