April Park Care Home

Curlew Avenue, Eckington, Sheffield S21 4HR
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9.6 62 Reviews
  • April Park Care Home, Sheffield
April Park Care Home is a small and welcoming home offering several places to relax, dine, exercise, socialise and to be creative.

Situated in the popular town of Eckington on the Derbyshire and Yorkshire border, April Park’s sociable communal areas include a lovely, secure landscaped garden and patio, tended by interested residents, and an on-site hairdressing salon.

The dedicated and professional care team at April Park Care Home like to learn about each resident’s hobbies and interests, allowing them to design a full and engaging activity programme which supports those living at April Park to continue doing the things they love to do.

From building relationships with neighbours in local community groups and schools to arranging sightseeing trips in the local area, at April Park Care Home, the team encourage residents to take an active role in the Eckington community.

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Care Provided by April Park Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 40 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • Independent Living Training
  • Own GP if required
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Lynsey Wright (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 55+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (40)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2007

Facilities

  • 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
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

April Park Care Home Reviews (62)

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9.6

April Park Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.568) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time April Park Care Home has 62 reviews.

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Review from David M (Son of Resident) published on 5 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to thank all the staff for their care and kindness shown to my mother, I could not wish for a better place for my mother to be in and this has made the move into a care home environment less daunting. So thank you all again from the bottom of my heart.

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Review from Lisa B (Niece of Resident) published on 18 December 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our uncle was admitted to April Park upon concerns after a few hospital visits during the year - April Park took him in with open arms and have cared for him greatly since his admission. He has been well looked after, always clean and always cheerful. We haven't been able to visit much due to the COVID
pandemic, however, they send us regular updates for the family to keep in touch. The carers are always lovely and always go above and beyond. The manager is lovely and will do anything to help. Absolutely amazing team and couldn't ask for a better place for him to be.

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Review from Vicky S (Friend of Resident) published on 9 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

During the COVID-19 pandemic, it is getting more and more difficult for residents who are missing loved ones. I’m confident my mum is safe and cared for by the staff at April Park. I feel extremely thankful and grateful for the Covid safe visits the home now have in place. Thank you, April Park.

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Review from Rita S (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would just like to say thank you to all the management and staff at April Park Eckington for doing a fantastic job keeping residents and themselves safe. It is a lovely place with brilliant people working there always clean and tidy with lovely food. My mum has been in April Park 4 years in August
and she loves it. So once again Thank You for looking after my mum so well. Stay safe everyone.

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Review from Lorraine M (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has been in April Park since March 2019. Sadly, he has vascular dementia. The staff are wonderful seeing to his needs. If you need any assistance the manager and her staff are always here to help.

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Review from K S (Relative of Resident) published on 7 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All staff are doing a brilliant job looking after my father and I know he is having wonderful care. My father has been happy since moving in at April Park and enjoys a laugh and a joke with staff and the management team. Keep up the good work.

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Review from C B (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I had a problem which was causing me a few sleepless nights which I thought would mean taking pops out of April Park, so I took my troubles to the manager and within 30 minutes, she had got the whole thing sorted (what a star).
All I can say about the manager and staff at April Park is absolutely marvellous.
My pops loves them all and I have peace of mind knowing that my pops has the best care possible.

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Review from J M (Husband of Resident) published on 18 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my wife became a resident of April Park nearly six years ago, after a long illness, I have been thoroughly impressed with her care the wonderful staff, who go out of their way to make her comfortable and create a homely atmosphere. Visitors are treated very well, like an extended family. Her room
and the communal areas are kept so clean and fresh and she is enjoying the lovely food. I cannot say enough about this wonderful place and the lovely staff. Nothing is too much trouble. The most encouraging thing for me now is that it is so lovely to see her smiling again.

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Review from Roger L (Brother of Resident) published on 17 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our sister has been here a short while and already we have seen a big improvement. She has put on weight. She has regained her sense of humour and seems very happy and settled.

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Review from Shanine W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 17 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My nan comes in for a weeks respite. She loves every minute. When leaving she cried as she wanted to stay. My nan has gained weight since coming into April Park. The staff and management team are really lovely and nothing is too much trouble.

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Review from C Y (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum spent 9 days here for respite care after being in hospital for a few weeks previously. Cannot fault her care. She was well looked after by kind, caring staff. The home itself is very clean and comfortable and well run.

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Review from Jean L (Partner of Resident) published on 1 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care my partner receives is really first class and I am very satisfied that he is being cared for so well.

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Review from V L (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Dad has been looked after extremely well. We are very pleased with his care whilst being a resident here.

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Review from Stella M (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 18 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

April Park is a lovely home, there are no smells and it is very clean. The home is the best I've been in and I've visited a few. My sister-in-law is very happy and states the food is lovely.

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Review from A H (Husband of Resident) published on 23 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife has attended April Park for the last 4 years.
Three for daycare and the last year in residence.
She has always been well cared for by all concerned.
We as a family have no complaints.
She is treated with respect at all times.

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Review from Michael R (Son of Resident) published on 18 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Although no expert on care homes, I am completely satisfied with all aspects on the care and I have the utmost respect for management and staff, who do an excellent job in caring for my mother which is 5 star.
I would have no problem recommending the care home to anyone.

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Review from Kate B (Friend of Resident) published on 22 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visited my friend here at the home and thought what a lovely friendly atmosphere. The staff were very nice and caring. The home was clean and tidy.
My friend is very happy here.

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Review from C B (Relative of Resident) published on 22 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Manager extremely friendly and welcoming, professional and always has time to discuss my mum's care.
Lovely home and very kind and caring home.

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Review from Michael R (Son of Resident) published on 16 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I would like to put on record my gratitude to the management and staff of April Park Care Home. The home was able to take my mum at very short notice in difficult circumstances, and have done a fantastic job of looking after her. We have seen a marked improvement whilst Mum has been there, and she is
now as bright and alert as I have known her for a long time. This is in no small part due to the care and attention shown by the staff and everyone involved. Mum will now move to a new home, closer to home, and easier to visit for family and friends.
This would not have been possible without the support of April Park.
Thank you, and very kindest regards.

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Review from Ivy J (Niece of Resident) published on 9 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very homely.
Very good staff.
I would find it very difficult to find anything wrong with April Park.

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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.568)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.568) out of 10 for April Park Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 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 4.768 for April Park Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (75 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 95 Ratings = 4.768

  • 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 April Park Care Home 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 40 registered maximum number of service users is 8, 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: 17 Feb 2023

Overall
Requires improvement

  • Caring

    Requires improvement

  • Effective

    Requires improvement

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

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

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