Avonleigh Gardens

Clyde Street, Oldham OL1 4HT
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9.9 97 Reviews
  • Avonleigh Gardens, Oldham
Avonleigh Gardens Care Home is thoughtfully designed to promote the independence and dignity of its residents.

Located within beautifully landscaped gardens near the vibrant town of Oldham, the home is just a short distance from Manchester City Centre, with convenient access via the motorway. Avonleigh Gardens accommodates up to 59 residents and provides tailored care for a range of needs, including learning and physical disabilities as well as dementia care.

The home is divided into four wings, each featuring its own kitchen to foster a comfortable and homely atmosphere for everyone.

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Care Provided by Avonleigh Gardens

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 59 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Rachel Bowers (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 60+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (59)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Number of floors: 2

Funding & Fees Guide for Avonleigh Gardens

  • 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 £929
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,078
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Avonleigh Gardens to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Parking

  • Visitor parking is conveniently located at the front of the home.


Avonleigh Gardens Reviews (97)

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9.9

Avonleigh Gardens has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.923) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Avonleigh Gardens has 97 reviews.

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Review from Lorraine A (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad has been a resident here for over 18 months, Dad is settled very well and this makes me so happy. He looks really well and is looked after like we wish our families to be. The care staff go that extra mile. I would defiantly recommend Avonleigh Gardens. Fantastic care home with amazing staff.

Reply from Joanne Kelly, Manager at Avonleigh Gardens

Hi Lorraine,
Thank you for your kind words about Avonleigh Gardens, I will ensure the staff are all aware.


Kind Regards


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Review from Eileen B (Friend of Resident) published on 26 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My friend was a lady in her late eighties when she entered Avonleigh Gardens. She was already suffering from Alzheimer's Disease which over four years she was a resident gradually got worse. At all times she was treated with great care and respect and made comfortable at the end of her life. At all
times the staff were caring and compassionate and treated her with kindness and respect.

Reply from Joanne Kelly, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens

Hi Eileen,
Thank you for your lovely review and recommendation.
It was our pleasure caring for your dear friend and she is sadly missed by all at Avonleigh.
Kind regards
Joanne and all the team at Avonleigh Gardens.


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Review from B Q (Sister of Resident) published on 23 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My sister has been in Avonleigh Gardens for 11 weeks for respite and I have found the place clean and tidy and the staff are very caring and always up for a laugh. My sister is very comfortable there.


The staff are very sensitive to her needs and are willing to oblige her.


Reply from Joanne Kelly, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens

Hi B Q,
Thank you for your lovely review.
I will ensure that your comments are fed back to the staff in the next staff meeting.
Kind regards
Jo


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Review from Lynn F (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum passed away in November. She was happy at the home and had lived there for nine years. I was happy with the service and she was treated with total care, dignity and respect from all the staff.


What I could not understand was nobody from the home came to her funeral. I had left a message with

a care worker, but this must have been overlooked, I was very upset about this.

Reply from Joanne Kelly, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens

Lynn, Thank you for your fantastic review.
Again I apologise for the non-attendance at your Mum's funeral. I hope our telephone conversation today has helped.
Take Care
Joanne


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Review from Jennifer S (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 28 September 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother in law has been a resident for 3.5 years until her death. We have observed staff responding with patience and respect to the different needs of residents. The staff learned our names and made us feel part of the family. As needs changed they consulted us and suggested ways to improve her quality
of life.


Her room was comfortable, warm and clean. The staff cared for her personal hygiene and selection of clothes and her appearance. The food was well prepared and adapted to meet her needs. Regular meetings for relations were open to ideas for improving the care. Mother in law enjoyed the weekly worship with the chaplain and the activities provided by entertainment.


During the last weeks of her life, the staff ensured her comfort insisting on support from the GP and community nurses when needed.They put in extra resources for her and staffing to ensure the smooth running of the home whilst caring for our needs as we spent precious time with her.


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Review from Kathleen C (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 June 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I feel that the layout of the downstairs does not lend itself to being easily accessed from lounge to lounge for my Mother, who whilst ambulant, walks very slowly with a Zimmer frame. The corridors are long and all rooms lead on to the corridors which makes identification difficult again for my Mother
who is registered blind and is 93yrs of age. The staff are very helpful and assist as well as they are able but due to the number of other residents with more pressing needs they are always fully occupied. My recommending it or not would depend on the capabilities of the prospective service user.

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Review from John B (Son of Resident) published on 9 May 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has been a resident at this home for some months. His care has been excellent and we have seen vast improvements in his health since he moved there.
Last weekend he lost his wallet which was subsequently found in the washing complete with all his cash intact.
We are very grateful to all
the staff and am sure that dads care is in good hands. I additionally find the home well run, clean and good at providing a mentally stimulating environment for older people.

Reply from Joanne kelly, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens

Dear John,
Thank you for your kind comments regarding your Dad's care at Avonleigh Gardens. Your comments are valued and highlights that the level of care we endeavour to provide is being acheived.
Kind Regards
Home Manager


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Review from Brian W (Relative of Resident) published on 14 March 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I find the location and staff very efficient and provide excellent care for my relative, I have always been treated with courtesy on the occasions of my visits and the standard of care for my relative is considered to be completely satisfactory.

Reply from Joanne Kelly, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens

Thank you for your valued review. I am delighted that you are happy with the care your relative receives at Avonleigh. I would be more than happy to discuss any areas we could improve on regarding activities planning and /or environment. Kind regards Home Manager


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Review from Geoff C (Son of Resident) published on 1 July 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mother has been in Avonleigh Gardens for over 4 years and we have always been confident that she is being well looked after and receiving excellent care. The staff are pleasant and the food is first class. Each room has its own bathroom and call system for peace of mind. (My Mother is prone to falling).
First class records are kept monitoring the residents care and these are immediately available to look at in each room.
I would recommend Avonleigh to anyone looking for top quality care for their loved ones.

Reply from Joanne Kelly, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens

Dear Geoff,
Thank you for your recommendation and lovely comments about Avonleigh Gardens. We aim to provide dignity and choice and support our residents in all aspects of daily living. Your recognition that we are achieving this is greatly appreciated.
From All staff at Avonleigh Gardens


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Review from Sharon M (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 June 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

This care home provides excellent services for its residents. I have peace of mind knowing that my Dad is safe and lovingly cared for by people who take a genuine interest in his well-being and are helpful and approachable. I would have no hesitation in recommending Avonleigh Gardens to friends and
family.

Reply from Joanne Kelly, Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens

Dear Sharon
Thank you for your recommendation and lovely comments about Avonleigh Gardens. We aim to provide dignity and choice and support our residents in all aspects of daily living. Your recognition that we are achieving this is greatly appreciated.
Regards
Joanne Kelly


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Review from Kath G (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 May 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been a resident at the above care home for approximately 2 years and has received excellent care. We have been kept well informed of anything in connection with mum and her care. Excellent care, can't thank them enough.

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Review from M L (Grandson of Resident) published on 11 May 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandma has been in Avonleigh for over 3 years and the care she receives is excellent. She has severe dementia and can't look after herself, but the staff at Avonleigh give me the confidence to know that all her needs are cared for.

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Review from Joanna C (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 May 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mum has been in Avonleigh Gardens Care for over three years. I would like to thank the manager and all the staff for my mums care. The food is excellent and the home is welcoming and clean.
The staff are caring and even when my mum was a really high falls risk, the manager was very approachable
and took measures to make sure my mum was kept safe. Thank you everyone at Avonleigh.

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Review from Doreen C (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 May 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has settled into Avonleigh Gardens a lot better than we ever thought would be possible. She is 93 years old and has always lived at home and we thought the transition to a care home would be very distressing for both Mum and the family, how wrong we were. The care she receives is excellent. She
is always clean and dressed well, as she was at home. Her diet is maintained to a standard she received at home also. Her room is exactly as she would have it at home with pictures of her family all around her. We visit most days and are always greeted with a smile from the carers. All the staff without exception go above and beyond to make sure Mum is looked after and cared for meeting all her daily needs.
I would not hesitate to recommend this care home as in our opinion it is simply the best. From a very grateful family member.

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Review from Caitlin (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 28 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was recommended this home for my Nana by a friend whose relative had been very well cared for at Avonleigh Gardens.
My Nana moved in in January and settled in quickly, this was due to the warmth, compassion, care and patience she was receiving from the staff and how her room was. She was happy she
had her own belongings in her room but happy with the layout and the beautiful gardens at the back.
The manager is very approachable and all the staff and management are dedicated and caring.
I have peace of mind knowing my Nana is safe and that she's not alone as there's people to talk to and things to do.
I'm glad we've found a home that meets my Nana's needs and I am extremely grateful for the care she receives, she says she is happy, knowing that makes me feel happy.
The Home is clean, has a good variety of meals, a hair salon, a reflexologist who visits a few times a week, religious services if residents want to attend and activities to do.
It's definitely been a positive experience.

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Review from Sue (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a beautiful & well run care and nursing home. The manager plus all the staff even to maintenance are a credit to the home. Nothing is too much trouble for them and the care respect and dignity they give all the residents is second to none. Plenty of activities if residents want to partake inside
and out in the secluded and safe garden or they can just stay in bed if they want!! Meals all freshly made with local produce by the home chefs and excellent quality. All rooms with en suite.

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Review from Ann B (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 February 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would have no hesitation to recommend the home to family and friends. In fact a number of the new residence are as a direct recommendation from us as a family. They have a good knowledge and understanding of the residence needs and they are all treated as individuals. The management particularly
handle any concerns with so much understanding and a professional manner. The staff are a credit to the home.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.923)

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Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.923) out of 10 for Avonleigh Gardens is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 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 4.923 for Avonleigh Gardens is calculated as follows: ( (268 Excellents x 5) + (16 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 287 Ratings = 4.923

  • 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 Avonleigh Gardens is based on 24 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 59 registered maximum number of service users is 11.8, which has been reached with 24 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.

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Rachel Bowers

Job Title: Home Manager at Avonleigh Gardens

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