Holmewood Care Home

27 Barnfield Close, Holmewood, Chesterfield S42 5RH
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  • Holmewood Care Home, Chesterfield
Holmewood is located on the outskirts of the busy town of Chesterfield, nestled at the heart of the community alongside its sister home, Barnfield.

Holmewood prides itself on the care and attention given to residents and their families. Carers concentrate on getting to know residents and their families, enabling staff to look after physical needs and more importantly delivering what emotional support residents and their family might need.

The home understands that choosing a care home is one of the most difficult decisions a family member or advocate can make and are there to help families through that decision, through the move-in and beyond.

Holmewood Care Home also offers excellent activities, which provide stimulation and engagement to all residents. The home's activities coordinator works with individuals to ensure that they are offered activities that will suit each person. Sometimes, this means that one-to-one activities are more appropriate than group activities.

Along with the excellent care offered by very experienced teams, significant support is offered to family members too. Other seminars are around funding care, lasting power of attorney or where end-of-life care takes place and discussing wishes and wants with loved ones.

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Care Provided by Holmewood Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 40 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Cathy Shaw (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 55+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (40)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2012
    • Number of floors: 1

Funding & Fees Guide for Holmewood Care Home

  • 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 from £1,300
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,300
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,300
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,300
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Holmewood Care Home 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
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Holmewood Care Home Reviews (104)

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Holmewood Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.710) out of 10, based on 35 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Holmewood Care Home has 104 reviews.

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Review from C L (Son of Resident) published on 20 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Many thank for the care given to my mum in the last 10 years. I have always known that she has been in safe and caring hands and well looked after. Communication has always been excellent between the home and family. Once again many thanks.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

thank you for taking your time to leave the review it been a pleasure to look after your mum during her stay in Holmewood over the past 10 years has she and your family became part of the homes family through good times and the sad times we will pass on your kind words to all the staff team.


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Review from L W (Brother-in-law of Resident) published on 11 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant home.
Very welcoming, care standards are high and spotless.
I can highly recommend this home.
I am more than happy to leave my brother-in-law here.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for your lovely feedback and kind words.


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Review from Pam F (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

This was short term emergency respite care, I have always been apprehensive about using this service, however, it surpassed my expectations. The allocated room was nicely furnished with its own toilet and sink and very clean. I found the management and staff to be very friendly, kind, caring and courteous
to both myself and my mum.
I cannot thank the Manager and her team enough for the kindness they have shown to mum.
The only improvement I could suggest would be intermittent air fresheners strategically placed.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for your lovely feedback. It was a pleasure having your Mum stay with us for a short time.


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Review from P T (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 13 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This care home has gone above and beyond for my grandmother, she was really well looked after and managed to do things during her time here that she wouldn't have ever got to do.
She was happy and contented here. All the staff are incredible and really friendly.
A huge thank you to all the staff,
it really is a lovely care home.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for the lovely feedback, this will be passed on to the team, always here to help.


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Review from G S (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 13 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my father in law and mother in law had been living at Holmewood Care Home this year until both of them passed away. The care they both recieved was 100%. Nothing is to much trouble for the carers, even when both of them were on palliative care, they would watch them right to the end. The entertainment
lady is so good with the residents, taking them out on outings, doing things in the home with them, singing in the rooms when poorly. Also the manager in the home will do anything to help, always comes around to speak to the residents and puts a lot of work into the home. I would highly recommend this home. The cleaners do the rooms everyday.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, it has been a pleasure to look after your father in law and mother in law. They will both be sadly missed in the home by staff and other residents. We will pass your comments back to the team.


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Review from J C (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father is a resident, he has been at Holmewood Care Home since February 2024 and settled immediately thanks to the lovely atmosphere and loving staff and carers. He is well cared for and seems genuinely happy and content. My Mum and I visit several times a week and he is always well dressed and clean.
His room and the communal areas are tidy. Dad has had a few health issues since moving in, but we are always kept well informed, he is well monitored and cared for when poorly and timely medical attention sought if necessary. The food is good, Dad eats well and is encouraged to stay hydrated with drinks he will enjoy.
Cannot fault the dedication of the staff, they work so hard.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for your lovely comments, it is a pleasure having your Dad in the home, he always brightens the day, really enjoy your visits when you come. I will pass your feedback on to the team.


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Review from K B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 17 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandad has improved significantly since admission to Holmewood Care Home, he is much brighter in his mood, has more colour in his cheeks and overall seems really well. The staff here have been absolutely fantastic and such a brilliant support in what has been a very difficult time. I cannot thank
them enough!

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you so much for your review. I will pass on the review to all the team and its a pleasure to have your grandad in our home.


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Review from Julie B (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This care home is really the best I could wish for, for dad. Everywhere is always so clean and tidy. The menu is better than what I'd ever imagained.
Every single member of staff is amazing and very friendly. I can well and truly recommend this place to anyone.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for your lovely feedback. I will pass your comments on to the team.


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Review from Richard J (Son of Resident) published on 17 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care home did not know that my son and I were visiting. We were greet at the entrance with cheerful staff. We happened to arrive just as activities were starting, making Christmas cards, a quiz and some singing.
Lovely staff and atmosphere. Thank you.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for your lovely feedback. I will pass your comments on to the team.


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Review from A T (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum is doing really well here. She is very well looked after by all the care staff who are really caring from my experience they go above and beyond to help the residents with their individual needs and to make sure they stay safe.

Reply from Louise Spooner, Regional Manager at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review the care of your mum at Holmewood. We are very pleased that your mum is doing well in our care. I will pass on your positive comments to the staff team within the Home who as you rightly say do go above and beyond every day.


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Review from M T (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot thank the manager and her dedicated team enough for looking after my mum. The staff go the extra mile to make sure all the residents have all the care and attention they need at whatever time of day or night. The activities lady makes sure the residents have plenty to do to keep them entertained.
My mum has just had her birthday and it was one of the best!

Reply from Louise Spooner, Regional Manager at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review the care of your mum at Holmewood. We are really pleased that your mum is enjoying our activity program and had a good time on her birthday. I will make sure that your positive feedback is relayed to the staff team


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Review from D R (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 22 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Grandad came in and is really happy. All the staff are lovely and accommodating and have made him feel extremely welcome and well looked after. Lovely staff and people here.

Reply from Louise Spooner, Regional Manager at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your experiences at Holmewood. I am so pleased to hear your Grandad is happy in the Home and has settled well.


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Review from A H (Niece of Resident) published on 8 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Great afternoon with music and dancing, snacks and drinks.

Reply from Louise Spooner, Regional Manager at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review Holmewood Care Home. We are pleased you enjoyed your afternoon spent in the Home. We really appreciate family taking the time to join us in our Activity program as this makes events extra special for our Residents.


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Review from A C (Sister of Resident) published on 11 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A really fun afternoon with musicians singing 50s and 60s for dancing and staff making everyone welcome to join in. Lovely refreshments of juices and finger refreshments. Thank you everyone.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for your comments, glad that you enjoyed the open day event and had a good time.


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Review from D C (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the warm welcome, the smiles of all the staff, their enthusiasm, and their obvious affection for all the residents are there for all in the building. Nothing is too much trouble, I'm kept informed about Mum every step of her stay. I always recommend this care home whenever anyone asks how Mum's
doing.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for your lovely feedback; I will ensure this is passed on to the staff. It is a pleasure looking after your mum.


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Review from J N (Niece of Resident) published on 4 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My aunt has been in the home for a week and has settled in very well. The staff are kind and attentive, her room homely and bright and the management informative and approachable. It's early days but so far my aunt and the family are very happy with their choice of care home.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review It was a pleasure to have Aunt stay with us in the home will pass on your kind feedback to all the team.


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Review from S A (Friend of Resident) published on 3 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A very friendly care home, food very good, all service users, very helpful. My friend is always showered and nice and clean and shaved. Lovely people here and also the manager is lovely and very helpful.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for a lovely review it's a pleasure to have your friend stay with us.


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Review from D B (Brother-in-law of Resident) published on 22 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very pleased with the care my sister-in-law has received. We have found the staff have been very kind and professional with her care which has been appreciated. We would highly recommend the care home.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave a kind review It is a pleasure to have your sister-in-law stay with us at the home also will pass your lovely feedback to all the staff team at Holmewood.


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Review from J G (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My father has been at the Holmewood Care Home for approximately eight months, and we are very happy with his care. We are always made to feel welcome when we visit him. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff, from management to domestic staff, and the carers are always available if we need any advice.
My father enjoys the entertainment provided, and he is very happy there. Would recommend the care home to anyone.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for the lovely review; we will feed feedback to all the staff team, and we hope he enjoys spending many more years with us at Holmewood.


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Review from Denise W (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It was a great atmosphere. A duo were singing and entertaining all the residents and the families etc.

Reply from Cathy Shaw, Administrator at Holmewood Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to complete the review, your review will be passed on to the staff team.


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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.710)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.710) out of 10 for Holmewood Care Home 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 35 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 34 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 4.710 for Holmewood Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (312 Excellents x 5) + (79 Goods x 4) + (17 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 410 Ratings = 4.71

  • 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 Holmewood Care Home is based on 34 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 40 registered maximum number of service users is 8, which has been reached with 34 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: 17 Dec 2021

Overall
Requires improvement

  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Requires improvement

  • Safe

    Requires improvement

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

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

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Meet the Team (2)

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Corina

Job Title: Activity Coordinator

Joined: 2023

I have been working here since summer 2023 but I have over 10 years of experience in activities and care. I am an NVQ 3 qualified, fire trainer instructor and I have a degree in pedagogy & psychology. I can sing, and play the guitar and my favourite activity is a fun singalong. My proudest achievement in this role is winning 1st place for the tastiest cake in a cake-making activity. In my spare time, I also like to take photographs. You will see some of these pictures on our Facebook page. My biggest passion in life is volunteering for charities supporting children in need.


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Cathy Shaw

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 1999

My passion for care began when I used to visit my grandma who was in Holmewood Care Home, I got to know the manager who saw something in me and suggested a career in care, I wasn’t sure if I could do it but she encouraged me to give it try and I have never looked back.


I started as a care assistant 25 years ago and gradually worked my way through the different roles in the home, becoming a deputy in 2014 and then manager in 2022, an achievement I am really proud of.


Every day is so rewarding, when new resident arrives, they can start off scared and unsettled so the challenge is to make them feel at home and like part of the family, when you see them transform and thrive, it makes it all worthwhile.


My qualifications include NVQ levels 2, 3, 4 and 5 in Health & Social Care and management.


Frequently Asked Questions about Holmewood Care Home

What types of Care is Holmewood Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment & No Medical Intervention are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Holmewood Care Home provide?

Palliative Care, Convalescent Care, Physiotherapy, Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit, Own GP if required & End of Life Care are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Holmewood Care Home have?

There are 40 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Holmewood Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, 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 Holmewood Care Home to the centre of Chesterfield?

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