Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

29-31 Village Street, Old Normanton, Derby DE23 8TA
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  • Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home, Derby
A home rich in cultural diversity, Sherwood Forest provides residential, dementia, nursing care and palliative care.

The team, many of whom have been with the home for over 10 years, also offer respite care breaks, which can be booked in advance. These are ideal for family carers who would like to plan a short break themselves, with the peace of mind of knowing their loved one is being well cared for.

There are so many faiths and cultures in the home, with a team who speak several Asian languages, as well as English.

The residents enjoy home-cooked meals, with a variety of Asian and English dishes, from roast dinners with all the trimmings to homemade curries and daal dishes. And there are freshly baked cakes and treats every day for afternoon tea. The chef likes to spend time with the residents to get their feedback, which helps to shape the menu. And there is a special menu for special occasions, from Diwali to traditional afternoon tea.

There are lots of activities to enjoy, from baking and pamper sessions, with manicures and hand massages, to crafts, music and visits from well-behaved dogs. And the enclosed garden is a lovely space to enjoy the warmer weather.

The local community is embraced into life in the home, from visiting school children to musical entertainers.

There is a conservatory and welcoming lounges to relax in and spend time enjoying activities or relaxing with loved ones, who are welcome at any time. And the home has a private family and friends Facebook page, where members can see what the residents have been enjoying doing.

The home also has a hair salon, for weekly appointments with a mobile hairdresser.

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Care Provided by Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 75 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Other Care Provided
  • Own GP if required
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Donna Lukoschus (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 55+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (75)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No

Funding & Fees Guide for Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

  • 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 £1,035
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,104
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,035

  • Our weekly fees are individual to each of our residents and are subject to a pre-admission assessment, which is required to understand the level of care and support needed. Our 2025 weekly care fees for residential care start from £1035 and for nursing care £1104, but may be in the region of 30% more*. This depends on your care needs and the type of bedroom that is right for you, from our standard rooms through to our premium bedroom options.


    *If you require more specialist care such as 1-2-1 support, your weekly fee could be higher.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home Reviews (66)

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9.5

Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.514) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home has 66 reviews.

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Review from Gary G (Son of Resident) published on 28 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff provide and give support to Mum that keep her comfortable on a nice environment. I cannot fault the care provided by all of the staff at Sherwood Forest and would highly recommend this facility to anyone requiring assistance, either short or long term.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words about our team at The Park. We're delighted to know that your mum is comfortable and well-supported. Your recommendation means a lot to us.


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Review from J O (Partner of Resident) published on 9 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

While my partner was here the staff always looked after him really well. The food was good. When he passed away, the staff were really helpful and supportive. I still come to the home for coffee morning and always made welcome.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words about our team at Sherwood Forest. We're deeply sorry for your loss, and it means a lot to us that you felt supported during such a difficult time. We're glad to hear that you continue to enjoy our coffee mornings, and we're always here to welcome you with open arms.


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Review from M D (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 8 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My father-in-law was a resident here until June 24 and was treated with care and respect.
The staff are friendly and helpful.
Decoration is clean and fresh.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your review for Sherwood Forest. We're delighted to hear that your father-in-law received the care and respect he deserved from the wonderful team we have here. We appreciate your feedback and are glad we could provide a positive experience for your family.


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Review from Jennifer P (Wife of Resident) published on 7 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband's stay in Sherwood was a very good experience for him. The carers were absolutely kind and helpful and nothing was too much trouble. The food was very good and plenty of it. He passed in December and the staff were so kind. Would recommend it to anybody wanting to place their relative here.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your heartfelt review of Sherwood Forest. The team will be touched to read your kind words, especially written at such a difficult time. We appreciate your personal recommendation for the home and are pleased to have been able to support your family.


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Review from Lesley B (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum seems happy most of the time although she does have her favourite carers 95% of the carers are amazing with all residents. We have had a few issues regarding laundry and personal care. The manager is very good and approachable and is always happy to help with any problems. Overall Sherwood is a
lovely home and well-run. While Mum's happy I'm happy.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your wonderful comments about the team, they will be touched to read your feedback. We have undergone some staff changes in our laundry and apologise for any inconvenience this has caused. The home manager welcomes your feedback about personal care too and will seek your involvement. Thank you for your valuable feedback.


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Review from Michelle M (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother seems happy enough with living there. We have had a few issues over clothes and personal belongings going from Mum's room. She's also had quite a few bruises and skin tears over the last year some of which I feel could have been avoided with a bit better care.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your feedback - we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we're pleased to know that your mum is enjoying her time with us. We're sorry to read of your concerns about belongings and skin care, and please be assured that we take them very seriously (we're aware the home manager is already in communication with you). Our team is committed to providing the highest level of care, and we work closely with local tissue viability experts to ensure that all residents receive the appropriate attention for their delicate skin. We will review our procedures to see where improvements can be made to prevent such incidents in the future. Regarding the issues with clothing, we apologise for any inconvenience this has caused; we are currently addressing changes in our laundry department to ensure that all personal belongings are handled and returned correctly. Thank you again - your feedback helps us to continually improve our services.


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Review from Marie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Fabulous friendly staff, always happy to see you. Patients are treated with respect and staff are very personable.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your lovely feedback, the team at Sherwood Forest will be so pleased to read your kind words.


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Review from Peter B (Husband of Resident) published on 5 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All staff are obliging and smiling. The food is good.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your review of Sherwood Forest. We're delighted to read your positive feedback, especially about the team and the food.


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Review from Paul S (Brother of Resident) published on 5 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The care that my sister is receiving is very good. The staff are caring and thoughtful towards my sister. They are kind and understanding. Thank you.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words about the team at Sherwood Forest. We're pleased to hear that your sister is receiving such good care and appreciate your feedback.


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Review from S P (Son of Resident) published on 2 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my mum became a resident, everyone here has been very helpful and friendly towards everyone, my sister, myself or my mum. I am happy that my mum is being cared for in a very positive way and she seems very settled.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your wonderful review for Sherwood Forest. We're so glad to hear that your mum has settled in so well and that you as a family feel so well supported.


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Review from M G (Son of Resident) published on 2 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

very good place overall. Mum has improved massively since being here, mentally and physically and in general appearance. She is clearly very well looked after by the staff who always have time for everyone and always try their best to cater to any requests.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words about the team at Sherwood Forest. We're thrilled to hear that your mum has experienced such positive improvements since joining us and your feedback means a lot.


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Review from Z G (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 1 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Friendly, attentive staff. It's clear to see my mother-in-law is really well looked after. Hair nails etc. She's bright, cheerful, alert and appears happy. Need tings to do, colouring, activity sheets perhaps.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your review for Sherwood Forest, we are delighted to hear how happy your mother-in-law is at the home. We will of course leave more of these items out, and are delighted to let you know that we have a second activities coordinator joining our team any day now. Visitors are also welcome to use our OOMPH resources with their family when they visit via a tablet if they have one, or on mobile devices - we would be happy to show you how this works.


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Review from Walter S (Husband of Resident) published on 25 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have been coming to the home almost every day for the last 15 months. In that time, everyone has been very friendly.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your high scoring review for Sherwood Forest. We're glad to hear that you've found our staff friendly and welcoming over the past 15 months. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.


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Review from Karen D (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Would highly recommend this home to anyone. The staff go above and beyond to care for the residents and for us relatives too. The entertainment that I have been to is just great - lovely, friendly atmosphere. The food and dining experience looks very much improved too. My dad seems very satisfied; he
often tells me he is happy here, which is such a comfort to me. Keep up the good work.

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Review from Jag A (Son of Resident) published on 2 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum went in April 2023 for respite care and had extensive nursing needs due to multiple health issues. Her medical conditions improved greatly with care from all the nursing team, especially one staff member in particular. The care team were excellent and all, apart from two persons, would always smile
and engage positively when you visited. Cleaners, especially one cleaner in particular, look out and engage with the residents. We had one complaint regarding Mum's care and it was dealt with professionally by the deputy manager and we felt we were listened to and the staff member was advised accordingly. The previous manager was excellent from the start, when we started the process of moving Mum in she was always accessible and had time to discuss any concerns. This manager moved on, but we felt that the deputy manager and the new manager have picked up the reigns. Another staff member was always accessible with queries re finance, admin etc. Only improvement, the door bell confusion for visitors and waits at times! Mum came home in September so well done to the team. Success.

Reply from Kate Yates, Communications and Content Specialist at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

Thank you for your review, the team at Sherwood Forest will be very happy to read your positive feedback about staff in every department.


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Review from C M (Wife of Resident) published on 20 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has been in the nursing home for over two years, and I have nothing but praise for the staff. Nothing is ever too much trouble for them. They treat the residents with such kindness, care and respect, which also extends to their families. There are also activities every day for residents who
are able to take part. It is a homely, happy atmosphere when you walk in. I would not wish for my husband to be anywhere else.

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Review from Linda H (Wife of Resident) published on 25 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are very caring towards the residents treating them as family. Nothing is too much trouble. The nursing home is very comfortable for residents, and they enjoy the various activities and lovely party afternoons on special occasions.

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Review from Kim S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 24 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff here are brilliant. They are taking good care of my grandmother. It's so sad to see your grandparents here, but at the same time, they are very well supported and looked after, giving you the reassurance they are in the best place for them and the safest place for them.
Hats off to all the
staff, as I most definitely could not do this challenging job with a smile as they do.

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Review from Anne B (Friend of Resident) published on 23 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely, caring and helpful staff. Nothing seems too much and are always very attentive to patients.

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Review from Wendy H (Friend of Resident) published on 22 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The home is very friendly, and the staff are lovely.

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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.514)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.514) out of 10 for Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 21 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 4.514 for Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (144 Excellents x 5) + (91 Goods x 4) + (12 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 249 Ratings = 4.514

  • 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 Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home 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 75 registered maximum number of service users is 15, 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: 20 Aug 2022

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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 (5)

Donna

Donna Lukoschus

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2024

I have worked in care for the last 18 years. My main focus is to ensure our residents and their families experience the very best care and support they could wish for and to champion our residents to take the lead on what they would like in their homes.


Cheryl

Cheryl Pickering

Job Title: Care Assistant

Joined: 2018

I have worked for Sanctuary Care at Sherwood Forest for 5 years now. I love looking after my residents because they have such wonderful stories to tell every day.


Karrie

Karrie Barker

Job Title: Administrator

Joined: 2020

I also have worked as a carer at the home. I love working at Sherwood Forest because the residents make me happy and I enjoy helping to make them happy too.


Lesley

Lesley Sturgess

Job Title: Nurse

Joined: 2002

I have worked for Sanctuary at Sherwood Forest for over 20 years I love working for the residents and with my colleagues.


Baby

Baby Joy

Job Title: Maintenance Officer

Joined: 2010

I like working for Sanctuary Care at Sherwood Forest because I love making the residents smile.


Frequently Asked Questions about Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home

What types of Care is Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home registered for?

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

What additional types of Care does Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home provide?

Physiotherapy & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home have?

There are 75 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home?

Own Furniture if required, 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 are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Sherwood Forest Residential and Nursing Home to the centre of Derby?

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