Thornhill House

Church Street, Darfield, Barnsley S73 9LG
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9.9 192 Reviews
  • Thornhill House, Barnsley
Thornhill House practises care provision that makes a long-term difference to the health, lifestyles and well-being of clients, who may have a wide range of complications.

Staff take pride in a sensitive approach, including for loved ones and at times of transition when there is understandable anxiety involved.

All care is personalised and the provider strives to be affordable within impacting on the high standards care workers are trained to achieve.

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Care Provided by Thornhill House

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Younger Adults
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 40 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Christian Mason (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 18+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (40)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2014

Funding & Fees Guide for Thornhill House

  • 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 £880 – £950
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £930 – £950
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Thornhill House to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Thornhill House Reviews (192)

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9.9

Thornhill House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10, based on 50 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Thornhill House has 192 reviews.

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Review from K S (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My loved one has been here since last year. All the staff and management are absolutely brilliant, go out of their way to make sure our family member is well looked after, safe and happy. It's such a friendly warm place and always makes everyone feel at ease.

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Review from Sue N (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Nothing short of excellent.
My mum has been at Thornhill now for 8 months it's been a very challenging time health-wise but the care she's been given has been outstanding from all the staff in Thornhill.
Can't thank them enough.
Would definitely recommend it to anyone thinking of looking for a care
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Review from D C (Friend of Resident) published on 5 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When I visit my friend he is always happy and well cared for by carers who do their absolute best. They care for people as individuals, no matter how challenging that might be.
My friend says Thornhill is his home and he never wants to live anywhere else.

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Review from M M (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would just like to thank management and every single member of their wonderful staff. My Father was in the care of this wonderful home for just under 3 weeks to rehabilitate his back walking. Management and all staff could not do enough to make my Dad's stay an enjoyable one. They all went above and
beyond. The care and compassion of everyone who works there were outstanding and I would highly recommend this care home to anyone. The entertainment that they have for residents is fantastic. My Dad has said if he ever has to go into a care home he would want to go to Thornhill. I have also told my daughter if I have to end up going to a care home in time I want to go here. 5* service from everyone. Once again thank you to all management and staff you are like one big loving family.

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Review from Jean C (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have to thank all staff who work at Darfield, Thornhill House for the excellent care and support they give to all their residents. They have looked after my Mum since December 2017 and taken the best care of her during this time, supporting her through the loss of her husband in 2020 and through the
difficult condition that dementia holds. My Mum turned 90 last September and the staff arranged a delightful afternoon tea at the home for my Mum so that our family members could be together with Mum without her getting anxious about going anywhere. She sat with us for over an hour which must be a record for Mum. All residents are thought about here. No one is excluded from receiving gifts at Christmas or Easter. Staff ensure everyone is catered for. It is a truly family-orientated environment and my Mum is settled and happy there. I can’t thank the manager and all the staff enough for what they do.

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Review from S E (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 8 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandad was a resident at Thornhill Care Home. He sadly passed a few weeks ago.
But his time spent at Thornhill was made special and loving and he felt comfortable and safe here. The staff go above and beyond to cater for your needs and nothing is ever too much to ask for. I honestly cannot say
a bad word about Thornhill even though Grandad could be a challenge at times and awkward! All the staff knew how to take him and his stubbornness.
There's always plenty of entertainment on for the residents and from what I've seen they all love it and it's lovely to see them all enjoying themselves too. Overall Thornhill is a lovely place for your loved ones to stay and the care they receive is outstanding.
Thank you all again for taking care of my grandad and making him feel welcomed and part of a family.

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Review from E P (Regular Volunteer) published on 29 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visit Thornhill House every month to lead a church service. The residents and relevant staff are always ready and waiting and eager to participate in the discussions and singing of old hymns. They love to engage in conversation and tell me all they have been doing as we await start time and we discuss
the various activities, entertainment and beauty treatments they have had.
I go to many care homes but love my visits to Thornhill where there is always a warm welcome, well cared for, happy residents and cheerful staff.

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Review from Angela P (Mother-in-law of Resident) published on 18 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Best care home with a fantastic manager and all his staff who always go above and beyond to care for all the residents with dignity, it's not a care home it is home from home with lovely food and entertainment that is first class. My mother-in-law loved the Manager and his staff she was a resident before
she sadly passed away.

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Review from Laura B (Ex Family Member) published on 18 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My nan was living at Thornhill House right until she passed away 21st March 2023.
The care she received whilst living here was outstanding, we are so grateful for everyone that cared for her and made her feel like she was a human being and not just a number.
I will always remember my nan telling
me 'they are all lovely here, they talk to me like a person and not down to me', it was a big comfort to us knowing she was happy and well cared for.
When Nan passed away, the care they showed towards my nan and us, as a family, we will never forget, nothing was too much trouble and they carried on caring and talking to my nan like she was still here with us, they really did treat her with the dignity she deserved.
We, as a family, will always be forever grateful to them all.

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Review from Jane L (Niece of Resident) published on 18 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the staff at Thornhill House are really friendly, kind and caring. They genuinely care about all the residents and always make me feel very welcome when I visit my auntie.
My auntie is really well looked after and loves living there. There are always lots of activities, outings and entertainment
for her to enjoy. The food is lovely and home-cooked. When she has been ill they have always called the doctor out to see her straight away. Nothing is too much trouble. We can't thank the manager and all the staff enough!

Reply from Michael Smith, Operations Director at Thornhill House

What a lovely review to read this morning, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us, I will feedback to the team in the upcoming staff meeting.
If we can ever do anything to make things even better, please speak to a member of the management team.
Thanks again.


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Review from K S (Niece of Resident) published on 17 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My auntie moved to Thornhill House in January 2023. She is doing really well, lots of activities, bingo, drawing, exercise, a singer on at least once a week to engage the residents and get them singing along. Do not hesitate to call the doctor if Auntie is unwell.
All staff are brilliant, headed up
by the manager who interacts with residents brilliantly.
Peace of mind knowing she is well looked after.

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

Thornhill House is a vibrant care home and acknowledges the need for stimulation for the brain and exercise through dance and music which is an excellent therapy. The staff and management go above and beyond to integrate with the local community, encouraging engagement with local schools and businesses.

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Review from R N (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 17 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Overall, excellent care provided by a team of dedicated staff and a wonderful manager. Plenty of activities organised to keep the residents busy and engaged. Everyone involved in the running of Thornhill House deserves credit for the service and care provided.

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Review from Abbey R (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 17 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely brilliant staff/management and care home! looked after my Nan with so much care and compassion, nothing was ever too much! They made all the family welcome day and night even the kids. The rooms were clean and decorated to her wishes which made it feel a little bit more like home for her.
I can’t thank them all enough!

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Review from J A (Friend of Resident) published on 12 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Thornhill House is an excellent care home. All of the staff show true care for all the residents and nothing is too much trouble. When visitors arrive you are greeted as part of the family- which is truly what the staff and residents are. All of the residents are treated with dignity and respect and
their thoughts and wishes are listened to and acted on. My friend moved to Thornhill House following problems with the home she was residing in originally. The love and care shown to her have brought her out of her shell and she is now living her best life. It makes my heart smile to see her so very happy. I would not hesitate for one second to recommend Thornhill House to anyone looking for a residential setting for their loved one.

Reply from christian mason, Registered Manager at Thornhill House

Thank you so much for the lovely words which will share with staff.


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Review from L B (Ex Family Member) published on 12 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A lovely nursing home does so much for the people that are in there when I get older it's where I would like to go 10 out of 10 in every way they get residents involved in so many different activities the singers they get in are good the staff treat them as there own family members.

Reply from christian mason, Registered Manager at Thornhill House

Thank you so much will let the team know your comments.


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Review from J H (Son of Resident) published on 12 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum is a long-term resident at Thornhill in Aug23 she was taken ill and taken to hospital where she was placed on end of life with a short prognosis. It was agreed to move back to Thornhill to pass her on to the team who were brilliant with the care to both mum and the family and I’m pleased to say
now January 2024 mum is still with us. A great team a Thornhill with staff who do the job because they care not because it’s just a job.

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Review from Andrea C (Friend of Resident) published on 12 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Thornhill is a wonderful care home. Full of laughter all the time. The activities are great. Wonderful management and extremely caring staff. I could not wish for a better place for my loved one to live.

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Review from Carol W (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I wish to commend the manager and all the staff of Thornhill for the consistent care and support they give to my mum whilst she is a resident there. The staff go over and above to make sure she is included in activities. On her 90th birthday in September, they made sure all the family were welcome to
help her celebrate and provided a lovely tea party for us all. The staff knew mum’s needs and it was evident that they knew how to support her. We couldn’t wish for a more supportive, caring and friendly environment for mum and we are confident she is safe happy and comfortable there.

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Review from Graham B (Son of Resident) published on 8 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This care home goes above and beyond to care for there residents. The staff always have time to talk to the residents even if there busy with other duties. I would not have my mother anywhere else but here.Thornhill your fantastic.

Reply from Michael Smith, Operations Director at Thornhill House

Thank you so much for your kind words, they really are encouraging.
We agree, Team Thornhill are fantastic


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.899)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10 for Thornhill House 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 50 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 49 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 4.899 for Thornhill House is calculated as follows: ( (570 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) + (11 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 593 Ratings = 4.899

  • 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 Thornhill House is based on 49 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 49 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: 4 Jun 2019

Overall
Good

  • Caring

    Outstanding

  • 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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Meet the Team (3)

Michael

Michael Dudley-Smith

Job Title: Operations director

Joined: 2015

To support each home and ensure compliance is maintained and the residents get quality care.


Margaret

Margaret Shaw

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2012

My role is to endeavour that all residents have a life worth celebrating and that the home is run smoothly and efficiently


Christian

Christian Mason

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 2014

I have my level 5 in management and a wealth of experience in the care home setting. I aim to ensure my residents are provided with a stimulating environment and quality care.