Deerlands

48 Margetson Road, Sheffield S5 9LS
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8.9 15 Reviews
  • Deerlands, Sheffield
Deerlands is an accessible, single-story building with no stairs, lifts, or barriers. It’s bright, open, and has easy access to outdoor spaces. It's located in a friendly community, with many of the staff living nearby and walking to work. The home is close to the working men’s club, local shops, and has good transport links, making it easy for residents and their families to enjoy the area. Residents appreciate the location and the great value Deerlands offers.

The staff are welcoming, experienced, and very committed. They carefully select kind and caring people to join the team, who also know the local area well.

They have a day centre and a minibus to take residents on outings and involve them in activities. One resident loves joining the team on trips to pick people up. They go shopping to places like Boundary Mills, visit The Deep aquarium, and even run simple errands like going to Asda. They also enjoy outings to country pubs and take part in local events like the Parsons Cross Forum, which supports dementia care. They can also use the Colley Club for large events and parties.

Two activity coordinators keep residents engaged with a variety of activities, from one-on-one nail care to arts and crafts, chair exercises, pony and dog therapy, and visits from small animals. They also have regular singers, entertainers, and magicians.

The food at Deerlands is homemade and delicious. The cooks talk to residents about what they like and make traditional favourites like stews, chicken pot pies, and baked treats. They also serve curries and spicy meals. The smell of food cooking always fills the home, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.

The staff love working here. One person came to Deerlands as a short-term job but has been there for ten years, and staff say it’s a great company and a lovely place to work.

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Care Provided by Deerlands

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 40 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Other Care Provided
  • Day Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • D Iwanejko (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (40)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2000
    • Number of floors: 1

Funding & Fees Guide for Deerlands

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £818
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £818
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Deerlands to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • 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

Deerlands Reviews (15)

8.9

Deerlands has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.853) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Deerlands has 15 reviews.

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Review from K W (Regular Volunteer) published on 15 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Always welcoming and organised. Time and patience first class.
I've seen staff showing respect for the residents and good listening skills towards them.
They are always looking for ways to entertain and bring activities to stimulate.

Reply from Amelia Charlesworth, PA to CEO at Deerlands

Thank you so much for your kind words about Deerlands Residential Home!


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Review from R G (Husband of Resident) published on 15 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my wife became a resident of the care home, she has been settled and seems happy with herself, especially knowing what health problems she has. She gets round-the-clock attention which is great, the care staff are really good and helpful. I'm happy with the situation.

Reply from Amelia Charlesworth, PA to CEO at Deerlands

Thank you so much for your kind words about Deerlands Residential Home!


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Review from Elizabeth F (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This care home is excellent, my mum is a resident. They are so caring and well looked after, nothing is too much trouble for the staff. I'm always talking about how excellent they all are, thank you Deerlands.

Reply from Amelia Charlesworth, PA to CEO at Deerlands

Thank you so much for your kind words about Deerlands Residential Home!


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Review from Cath W (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been visiting the day centre twice a week for the last few weeks. Initially, she was reluctant to go but with the team, (one carer in particular) coming and getting her to go, she has really enjoyed it. She recently had a fall and fractured her arm, I notified a member of staff at the centre
and she said to get in touch when Mum was back out of hospital. She was very reassuring that Mum would still be able to come when she was fit enough. I rang this week to say Mum was out of hospital but was having mobility issues, she arranged for her collection today and my sister was there to meet him as Mum has been struggling to move around. It is her birthday and staff came to collect her and said that they have arranged a cake for her! Their kindness and compassion is second to none. The staff are fabulous and so helpful.
Thank you for treating my mum with respect and so much kindness!

Reply from Amelia Charlesworth, PA to CEO at Deerlands

Thank you so much for your kind words about the experiences you have had with Deerlands Residential Home.


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Review from Steven H (Son of Resident) published on 21 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has been a resident of Deerlands, for a year now. The staff are very caring and very welcoming to family and visitors. On 12th December 2022, we were invited to have a Christmas lunch with Mum. One staff member in particular and the carers involved, made it a most enjoyable event. The chef made
an excellent dinner and his yorkshire puddings were made, not bought and would be welcome in any top restaurant. Well done.

Reply from Amelia Charlesworth, PA to CEO at Deerlands

Thank you so much for your kind words about Deerlands residential home, we're so glad that you enjoyed your Christmas lunch.


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Review from Marie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mom went to Deerlands in July 2021. We have always been made welcome and kept updated when things are happening at the home. Mom is very well cared for and she has been on lots of outings. The home is kept very clean. All the staff are very friendly and welcoming. They always encourage residents
and families to get involved with activities. They don't get the recognition they deserve. We are very happy with the care our mom is getting.

Reply from Amelia Charlesworth, PA to CEO at Deerlands

Thank you so much for your kind words - I will pass this along to the team. Kind regards, Amelia.


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Review from K H (Regular Volunteer) published on 12 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been a regular volunteer for some time at Deerlands, where I participate in activities with the residents. The staff there are lovely and welcoming, always attentive to the residents. Since starting volunteering, the activity leader has made me feel really welcome and I have participated in day
trips and arts and crafts etc. During my time volunteering, it's been lovely to get to know the residents and enjoy their company.

Reply from Amelia Charlesworth, PA to CEO at Deerlands

Thank you so much for your kind words - I will pass this along to the team. Kind regards, Amelia.


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Review from Melynda G (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 12 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My gran moved to Deerlands early this year and the home has been great with her. They do events, take residents out for the day and offer in-home services like having their nails painted and the usual hair, pedicure etc.

Reply from Amelia Charlesworth, PA to CEO at Deerlands

Thank you so much for your kind words - I will pass this along to the team. Kind regards, Amelia.


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Review from J W (Son of Resident) published on 12 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This care home has been a godsend for our family. We all have peace of mind knowing our mum is safe and well cared for.
We are a large family and one of us is usually there every day to see her. The staff are always friendly and helpful, more than happy to answer our many questions.
Mum is always
engaging with someone when we visit, either staff or other residents. She often is involved in activities and especially enjoys the chair aerobics (not bad for a 90-year-old).
The place is spotless and Mum absolutely loves the food and always has a hot meal. We take her out regularly and she is always keen to get back in time for dinner! Although it's not the most modern facility, the first-class care more than makes up for this.
Well done to all the team for their hard work and dedicated care of all the residents.

Reply from Amelia Charlesworth, PA to CEO at Deerlands

Thank you so much for your kind words - I will pass this along to the team. Kind regards, Amelia.


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Review from Alison C (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum went in for respite and is now in full-time care. She has settled in so well. Staff are so friendly and still find time to talk. We are always made to feel so welcome. Could not have asked for anywhere better.

Reply from Amelia Charlesworth-Dakin, PA to CEO at Deerlands

Thank you so much for your lovely comments - we are thrilled that your mum has settled so well at Deerlands.


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Review from L W (Regular Volunteer) published on 7 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was a volunteer at Deerlands care home and helped the activity coordinator out with her role, we celebrated many events with the residents such as Christmas, Easter etc. I was made to feel like I was part of a team and I really enjoyed spending time with the lovely staff members and the residents.
I have occasionally brought my little girl into the home as I feel like it is a nice, safe and loving environment.

Reply from Amelia Charlesworth-Dakin, PA to CEO at Deerlands

Thank you so much for your kind words! We really appreciate it and we will share it with the team at Deerlands.


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Review from Julie W (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

Mum stayed in this home, her room was cold the radiator did not work for 3 weeks eventually moved to another room. It was not clean, your feet stuck to the carpet I was told the carpet would be changed it never was, tv got broke not a problem, it was let on the side, the stand had sharp edges, I was
told they had ordered a new stand, they just fob you off. Her room was not clean her clothes where ruined and dirty looking when they came back from the laundry, the home was decorated apart from the corridor. Mum stayed because they have Alzheimer's, they don't matter sometimes there were no staff about, the smell on the corridor was overpowering most of the time when she left we were given another patient drug charts. I have photo proof if the drugs had been given to my mum she would have been very ill or worst could have died. When I told the staff I was fobbed off again like it was no big deal some of the staff were really lovely, some it was just a paycheck at the end of the month.

Reply from Amelia Charlesworth, PA to CEO at Deerlands

I’m sorry to hear this, if you would like to discuss this further please don’t hesitate to call me on 0114 2808888 or email me at enquiries@sheffcare.co.uk. Kind regards


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Review from Rita B (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 July 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad was a resident for 13yrs but more like a family member to the staff at Deerlands. They are an amazing, caring, wonderful bunch of staff that work there and our family is extremely grateful for all the love support and care including end of life care they gave to our dad I would highly recommend
this home to anyone who has a loved one that needs to be taken care of without having to worry about anything thank you all at Deerlands you are all truly wonderful! You gave us peace of mind knowing our dad was so well taken care off!

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Review from Gordon S (Relative of Resident) published on 12 January 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We started to visit a resident in Dec 2014. We have continued to visit 2/3 days a week for the next 12 months, during this period we have always found the care and hygiene to be of very high standard. Food and food presentation is excellent. Management and staff excellent. During visiting we always
speak to as many residents as possible, they are all very content and not a single complaint. We would recommend Deerlands to anyone.

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Review from Babs (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 September 2015
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Although my mum is extremely challenging the care she receives is always kind and caring. The home has plenty of outings which she always enjoys. If we have any concerns about mum the staff are always helpful. I could not wish for a better place for my 95 year old mum. We can go home knowing that she
is well looked after.

Reply from Diane Iwanejko, Registered Manager at Deerlands

Thank you for your comments I will ensure these are passed on to the staff team


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Current Review Score: 8.9 (8.853)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.9 (8.853) out of 10 for Deerlands is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 4 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.9 out of 5 from 4 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 4.978 for Deerlands is calculated as follows: ( (45 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 46 Ratings = 4.978

  • 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 3.875 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Deerlands is based on 4 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 = 3.375

    • 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. 4 Positive Reviews ÷ 8 = 0.5

  • 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: 8 Mar 2018

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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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Meet the Team (1)

Diane

Diane Iwanejko

Job Title: Registered Manager

Joined: 1982

Diane is a well-established manager with many years of experience in providing excellent care for our residents.


Frequently Asked Questions about Deerlands

What types of Care is Deerlands registered for?

Older Person Care & Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Deerlands provide?

Day Care, Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Deerlands have?

There are 40 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Deerlands?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Deerlands to the centre of Sheffield?

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