The Old Vicarage

Stretton Road, Clay Cross, Chesterfield S45 9AQ
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The Old Vicarage is a family-run, award-winning care home providing affordable quality care in Clay Cross, Derbyshire.

The friendly, well-trained team ensures high standards of residential and dementia care in a comfortable, caring and compassionate environment.

Resident happiness and well-being is at the heart of the home and dedicated activity coordinators provide a daily fun, engaging and stimulating social programme designed to encourage residents to lead a fulfilled, happy and enriched life.

Dementia care is supported with sensory areas, reminiscence activities and memory boxes. A minibus means residents frequently get out and about on day trips to places of local interest.

Set within almost two acres, beautifully converted and including a modern extension, the Old Vicarage has a range of large, comfortable, mostly en-suite bedrooms and spacious communal lounges.

Tasty meals are served in dining rooms overlooking the mature sensory gardens, which also have a shaded patio seating area and an aviary.

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Care Provided by The Old Vicarage

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Eating Disorders
  • Learning Disability
  • Mental Health Condition
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Substance Misuse
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 44 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Alzheimer's
  • Anorexia/Bulimia/Self Harming
  • Asperger Syndrome
  • Autism/ASD
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Bipolar/Manic Depression
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Challenging Behaviour/Psychosis
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Down Syndrome
  • Drug Dependence (past or present)
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Neuropathic
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Prader-Willi Syndrome
  • Profound & Multiple Learning Disabilities
  • Schizophrenia
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Jordele Folkes (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 50+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (44)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (7)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2013
    • Number of floors: 2

Funding & Fees Guide for The Old Vicarage

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding

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
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

The Old Vicarage Reviews (90)

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9.8

The Old Vicarage has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.809) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Old Vicarage has 90 reviews.

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Review from Jane C (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

An absolutely fantastic care home, with an excellent team of staff who run it. My first impression of The Old Vicarage team was incredibly positive when I visited them to set up respite care for my mother. I had looked at other places that day that had made my heart sink. They were professional, warm
and informed. The home itself is lovely - clean, bright, lovely communal areas, and a choice of really nice rooms which meant that I could choose the one I thought was most appropriate for my mother. All of the residents I saw as I was shown around looked well cared for and relaxed. The Old Vicarage has not disappointed me. I cannot thank the team enough for their hard work, diligence and kindness - they are exceptional. This home is well-run in all aspects, from laundry and meals, to medical and care needs that are set up swiftly and delivered effectively. You can feel the care that goes into the residents here, and I would not hesitate to recommend The Old Vicarage team.

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage. We are so pleased to hear that you find our home to be fantastic and that you found our team to be hard-working, diligent and kind. Thank you for your kind words.


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Review from C P (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A friendly care home, all the staff went way beyond to help with my father's needs, a spotless place, excellent food choices and plenty of entertainment and days out to suit everyone. A personal touch outside his room about his past life and hobbies so a good talking point to stimulate conversation,
having only stayed a month for recuperation he was able to come home but he was happy and well looked after whilst he was there and if needs be we wouldn't hesitate to go back again, thank you to everyone.

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the Old Vicarage Care Home. We are so pleased to hear our team went way beyond to help with your father's needs and that you have found our home to be a spotless place, with excellent food choices and plenty of entertainment and days out to suit everyone. Thank you.


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Review from Paul B (Son of Resident) published on 29 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has now been at the Old Vicarage since mid-June, and in that time she has received nothing but exceptional care from all the staff.
Unfortunately, my mum has not been well in the last few weeks, but the care home have kept me updated and informed almost on a daily basis. My mother now receives
good doctor/nursing care and is steadily improving.
The staff at The Old Vicarage are all very caring and treat my mother with dignity and respect. My mother feels well looked after and "safe", which is all that can be asked.
The staff have a great sense of humour and always make me welcome every time l visit.
Excellent care home!

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage. We are thrilled to hear your mother has received exceptional care from the team. Thank you.


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Review from Sue H (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad spent his last few weeks at The Old Vicarage. The care that both he and we, his family, receives was outstanding. The staff were compassionate, respectful and attentive, and really did go the extra mile. They treated us and the other residents with dignity, and recognised each person as an individual,
encouraging their worth. This was true of all staff - from the management to seniors, care workers activity coordinators, house keeping, kitchen staff etc. We cannot recommend The Old Vicarage highly enough.

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage Care Home. We are so pleased to hear that the care that both your dad and your family received was outstanding. The our team were compassionate, respectful and attentive, and really did go the extra mile, treating everyone with dignity, and recognising each person as an individual. Thank you for your recommendations.


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Review from Tracey W (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Dad was admitted to The Old Vicarage originally for respite, with a view to long-term care, but became unwell and received end-of-life care there. The staff from the manager to the care staff, activities coordinators and housekeeping team provided excellent care during his stay. He was treated with
respect and dignity and the whole family were treated with kindness and compassion. The support we were given made it easier to cope with a very sad situation.

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage Care Home. We are so pleased to hear that during your dad's stay you felt the care he received was excellent and that he was treated with dignity and respect. He will be missed by everyone here at The Old Vicarage. Thank you.


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Review from Angela A (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mum and Dad have both moved to The Old Vicarage Care Home as both have mobility issues and dementia, which are accelerating and making it no longer possible to care for them at home. My brother and myself did some research and we visited The Old Vicarage and other homes. The staff at Old Vicarage
and our view of the care of residents in a lovely bright big home with garden, made such a great impression straightaway, and the comparison to the other homes was a sharp contrast. We arranged for an assessment which was undertaken in a compassionate way at home. A smooth transition to living in Old Vicarage was made possible by the attentive caring staff and the professional management team. My parents have soon settled into lovely bright rooms, good food, great and varied entertainment from visits to eating out, and involvement with the Olympics, personal trainer visits and no longer living a lonely boring life. Crucially there are noticeably enough staff, all attentive and friendly.

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage Care Home. We are so pleased to hear that your Mum and Dad have settled in and are enjoying the varied choice of food and entertainment. Thank you.


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Review from C C (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been in The Old Vicarage over a year now. She absolutely loves it, I have seen a massive improvement in her, she looks so well and cared for in this lovely place. All staff are amazing, nothing is too much trouble for any of them. They all work so hard, carers, cleaners, laundry, handyman,
activities, they are all fantastic. Management are so approachable, any problems they deal with it in a professional manner. I'm so glad we chose The Old Vicarage for my mum, I can go home after visiting her and know that she's in good hands.

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage. We are thrilled to hear that your mum absolutely loves life at The Old Vicarage and that you feel she looks so well and cared for. We are so happy that you are glad you chose our home for your mum and you can go home after visiting her, knowing that she's in good hands. Thank you.


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Review from Jenny W (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mum was welcomed into The Old Vicarage family after a fall at home. From day one, we have been delighted with every aspect of her care. The staff are warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable about my Mum's needs and preferences. They always endeavour to maintain mental stimulation with a wide variety of
activities. It is lovely to see photographs of my Mum on the website enjoying events as diverse as bowling and baking! The monthly magazine gives details of the daily activities so we always know what she is up to! The food is delicious and plentiful and the weekly menu is displayed clearly. Drinks and snacks are readily available and the staff works creatively to keep the residents "fed and watered" with treats such as individually made smoothies. The mission statement of The Old Vicarage is; " A superb place to live or work" and this does not happen by chance. It is a result of the hard work and dedication of all staff and an excellent, perceptive management team who maintain excellent standards. My mum is thriving at The Old Vicarage.

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the Old Vicarage Care Home. We are so pleased to hear that you have been delighted by every aspect of your Mum's care and that you feel your Mum is thriving at the Old Vicarage. Thank you for your kind words.


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Review from B M (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident of The Old Vicarage since January 2023, she enjoyed activities and days out whilst she was able to. Sadly, she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's/vascular dementia and her health began to deteriorate. In August/September 2023 she became bedridden for approximately 5 weeks and
recovered until February 2024 when she passed away. Everyone from management, care staff, cleaners, kitchen, laundry, activities, and handyman treated her with love, care, and kindness. She passed away treated with dignity and respect.

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the Old Vicarage. We are so pleased to hear that our whole team treated your Mother with the love, care, and kindness she deserved. She will be sadly missed. Thank you for your kind words.


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Review from M S (Son of Resident) published on 11 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum moved into The Old Vicarage at Clay Cross on the 25th of January 2024.
We got to view the available rooms and were able to pick one that would suit Mum.
Mum's care needs were met with the utmost respect and every need was catered for.
All the staff go above and beyond.
The food, entertainment,
and plans for weeks in advance are superb. The menu was full of great choices. I do think that the tea/coffee, biscuit trolley never stops.
Management is approachable and understanding and I can’t say enough, as are all the other staff.
We viewed a few care homes in the area. Nothing matches The Old Vicarage's standard.
You can make the room personal. Felt homely and we soon had pictures on the wall from home.
Thanks.

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the Old Vicarage. We are so pleased to hear that you feel your mum's needs are met with the utmost respect and that the team goes above and beyond. Thank you.


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

My mother has mixed dementia and moved into The Old Vicarage last summer, aged 72, after a traumatic period of lost diagnosis, trying to care for her at home and at a different care home.
From the second I visited The Old Vicarage, I knew it was where we had been searching for. There is always a
friendly yet professional atmosphere and the staff are always welcoming and responsive at every level. Communications are clear and efficient and It has taken a great weight off my sister and my shoulders knowing that our mum is enjoying her life and being treated with compassion. The activities are amazing and provide the option of stimulation in a safe environment that my mother so desperately needed.

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage. We are so pleased that you found our home to be friendly and professional. Thank you for your kind words.


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Review from J S (Son of Resident) published on 29 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum had to leave her home after suffering water damage as a result of a storm. Mum had to spend twelve weeks in respite care until her property was habitable again. After staying for two weeks in emergency accommodation she then moved nearer to her home and stayed for ten weeks at The Old Vicarage
Care Home at Clay Cross. To begin with, Mum was very apprehensive about her stay at the care home but after a few days, the staff encouraged Mum to join in the many activities that were on offer to the residents. Mum found all the staff to be very caring, with a positive attitude and they always had a smile on their face. Nothing was too much trouble. Mum is now back at home and she has made many friends, which includes staff members who have invited her to return for day visits. As a family, we would definitely recommend The Old Vicarage Care Home to anyone. Thank you for looking after Mum so well.

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage. We are so pleased to hear that Mum settled in well and that she was able to make some lovely friends during her time at our home.


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Review from Jayne W (Sister of Resident) published on 29 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the first time I went into The Old Vicarage, I was aware that the home was managed excellently. Having previously worked in the health care system, I could see there were procedures in place for everything.
The staff are approachable and always willing to help. Anything I have asked for has been
no trouble for them. The atmosphere in the home is lovely with a warm, happy feeling. The care from the staff is wonderful, they are attentive in every way.
The activities are incredible with a complete diary of events for the residents. My sister doesn’t take part in the communal activities, she is given one-to-one and has been taken out several times.
I can’t express how good it is to feel your loved ones are totally looked after when you are not there. It means I can sleep at night. The food looks great and drinks are available anytime. My sister's room is very nice and kept lovely and clean. Her laundry is done efficiently and she always looks nice.
I can’t thank you all enough. Five stars from me.

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage. We are so thrilled to hear your kind words and that you feel the care from the staff is wonderful, they are attentive in every way.


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Review from Clare W (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 November 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I wish my dad had had more time to enjoy being at the Old Vicarage. From his assessment onwards, the staff bent over backwards to ensure that he had everything he needed for the move into their care home. He was happy from the moment he arrived and we both appreciated the caring, friendly and professional
approach of all the staff.


He relaxed when he arrived at the Old Vicarage because he knew he was in safe hands and he loved that the staff had time to chat and be attentive towards him. He loved the excellent food too!
The atmosphere was homely and welcoming, with lots of staff about. The manager's door was always open, which I appreciated.


I was so happy that my dad was at the Old Vicarage when he passed away, in the warmth of that 'family' environment. The staff helped me through all that with kindness and compassion. Thank you so much Old Vicarage, for everything!


Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the Old Vicarage. We are so pleased to hear that from the first moment, your dad was able to enjoy the caring, friendly, and professional approach of the team as well as the excellent food. It is lovely to know that he felt safe and relaxed during his time at our home and he will be sadly missed by all. Thank you for your kind words.


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Review from Nichole M (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having been extremely worried that we had to move Mum into a care home, our fears have been totally unfounded. I cannot put into words the sense of relief we feel. This is all down to every member of staff at The Old Vicarage. Mum is treated with kindness and respect by everyone. She has only been a
resident for a few weeks but the change in her has been immense. She is calmer and less agitated and has gained weight (this is down to the excellent meals and desserts!) Love the wide range of thoughtful and stimulating activities and trips. I would happily recommend The Old Vicarage to anyone considering the services of a care home.

Reply from Charlotte Mantle, Marketing Assistant at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased to hear that you feel your mum is treated with kindness and respect and that she is particularly enjoying the desserts. Thank you for your kind words and for recommending The Old Vicarage.


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Review from E F (Wife of Resident) published on 2 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has been a resident in The Old Vicarage Clay Cross for 18 months until his death in June 2023. During the last three months, there has been a new manager. The place has been transformed 100% for the better in every department with a good team of staff working around her. My husband couldn't
have been looked after with more love, kindness and affection by the staff which was conveyed also to me and my family. For this, I will be eternally grateful to them all.

Reply from Charlotte Mantle, Marketing Assistant at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave The Old Vicarage Care Home a review. We are so pleased to hear your are happy with the level of care provided to your Husband during his time with us – he will be missed by everyone.


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Review from Peter K (Brother of Resident) published on 30 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The Old Vicarage is a warm and welcoming place. The people (residents) are well looked after, the staff do so much to keep them happy and entertained. The best old people's home I have been in.

Reply from Charlotte Mantle, Marketing Assistant at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased to hear that you feel all our residents are well cared for. Thank you.


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Review from Mark K (Son of Resident) published on 18 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What a fantastic care home, nothing is too much trouble. The staff are fantastic, always there for visitors and residents. The home is very clean and tidy. We made a good choice for the care of my dad.

Reply from Charlotte Mantle, Marketing Assistant at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased to hear that you are happy with your choice of care home for your dad. Thank you for your kind words and for choosing The Old Vicarage.


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Review from Deborah G (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Thank you. Dad is getting respite care - with a view to permanent residency care.
From the initial phone consultation, I felt confident that dad would be part of a welcoming, caring, professional, responsive, respectful and inclusive team.
The staff treat residents with dignity as individuals and
really listen and engage with them.
Dad has Alzheimer’s and mixed vascular dementia.
In the short time dad has been there I have seen his personality returning, and his sense of humour and vitality. That is I think a direct consequence of all staff, their knowledge and understanding of dementia Alzheimer’s and their warm kind hearts.
They should be proud and know they are appreciated by us.

Reply from Charlotte Mantle, Marketing Assistant at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased to hear that your dad has settled in and you can see your Dad personality and sense of humour returning. Thank you for your kind words and for choosing The Old Vicarage.


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Review from Jeanette B (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Cannot recommend The Old Vicarage highly enough. Mum is a different person from when she went in. She is happy and I know the enrichment activities the home provides are helping her to have a really good quality of life. Today we attended an Easter event where a lot of thought and care had been put
in. Individual interests are catered for, and residents are listened to. The home is bright and cheerful, staff are professional and caring.

Reply from Maree Leadbeater, Marketing Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage. We are so pleased to hear that your mum is happy and enjoying an enriched quality of life. Thank you for attending our Easter event and we hope to see you at more events in the future. Thank you.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.809)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.809) out of 10 for The Old Vicarage 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 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 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 4.809 for The Old Vicarage is calculated as follows: ( (228 Excellents x 5) + (24 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) + (2 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 262 Ratings = 4.809

  • 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 The Old Vicarage is based on 21 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 44 registered maximum number of service users is 8.8, which has been reached with 21 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: 9 Jun 2023

Overall
Requires improvement

  • Caring

    Good

  • 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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Meet the Team (3)

Jordelle

Jordelle Folkes

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2022

With an extensive background in care, my passion is to enhance and enrich our resident's quality of life and ensure the Old Vicarage is a superb place to live or work.


Catherine

Catherine Lock

Job Title: Mobility Assessor

“I meet with our new residents to assess their mobility. My role is unique as I don’t know of any other care homes that have an assessor with my experience as a physiotherapist. I’m able to make a genuine difference by really getting to know our resident's individual needs.”


Naomi

Naomi Jones

Job Title: Hospitality Manager

Joined: 2021

“My main focus is to ensure our residents (and their relatives and friends) truly experience the finest of everything we have to offer here at the Old Vicarage. From themed dining to fabulous social events. My aim is to support them to live life as they choose, and to do it with a little bit of luxury!”


Frequently Asked Questions about The Old Vicarage

What types of Care is The Old Vicarage registered for?

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

What additional types of Care does The Old Vicarage provide?

Palliative Care, Day Care, Convalescent Care, Physiotherapy, Own GP if required & End of Life Care are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does The Old Vicarage have?

There are 44 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Old Vicarage?

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

How far is The Old Vicarage to the centre of Chesterfield?

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