Alexander Court Care Home

2 Lydgate Court, Lydgate Lane, Crookes, Sheffield S10 5FJ
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9.5 63 Reviews
  • Alexander Court Care Home, Sheffield
Alexander Court Care home has a team of trained staff who ensure each residents’ privacy and dignity is maintained at all times.

Trained, caring staff give people the support they need.

Residents can enjoy a wide range of activities to suit their interests.

Healthy, delicious food is served that meets residents' dietary requirements.

Care Provided by Alexander Court Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Eating Disorders
  • Learning Disability
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 56 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Asperger Syndrome
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Drug Dependence (past or present)
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Alexander Court Nursing Home Limited
  • Person in charge
  • Rachael Harford (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Respite residential, self funding, NHS, CHC, FNC, Nursing
    • Ages 50+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (56)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (56)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2023
    • Number of floors: 2

Funding & Fees Guide for Alexander Court Care Home

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

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting
  • The home have an open visiting policy.


  • Parking
  • Free car parking facilities for relatives/visitors.


Alexander Court Care Home Reviews (63)

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9.5

Alexander Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.451) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Alexander Court Care Home has 63 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My brother and I have been very happy with all aspects of our mother's care while she is a resident at this care home. She is of a great age, and because of this, has the most complex care/medical needs! These needs have been well met by all the staff at the home. Our mother has been treated with dignity,
and her room is always fresh and clean. I have always found the staff friendly and helpful at all times.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was cared for during a period of two years at Alexander Court. She was very ill but due to the constant care and attention my mother lived for two more years than expected. Thank you for their expertise and friendliness whilst I was not there with her. The nursing care was excellent, especially
through the pandemic.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care. The staff are friendly and caring to my mum. Her mental health has improved since she came into the home.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My sister has been a resident of Alexandra Court for the past 14 months and has settled well in the home. She has a very good relationship with her carers and has been encouraged to join in activities, when possible, organised by the staff. Special attention is given to her individual needs and preferences
and every effort is made to ensure her well being.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father went into Alexander Court, Sheffield, in September 2015 after a fall that affected his mobility. He was made very welcome by the management, and especially the care staff and has remained very happy there throughout. During the pandemic and lockdown, the staff have been particularly remarkable
about his level of care and overall wellness. I was able to have a well-organised garden visit for his 100th birthday in August 2020, and have now started a weekly visit inside the home in addition to the zoom calls which have been an added bonus. It is lovely to see my Dad so happy in his surroundings, even at 100 years old. The staff are all lovely and keep me well informed about his health and wellness situation, and always ask if there is anything else that I want to be done for him. The standard of cleanliness in the home is also worth a very positive mention, in addition to the wide-ranging activities and theme events carried out.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I find Alexander Court a very good care home for my father. He got to the age of 100 in August 2020 and they couldn't do enough for him. The staff take a big interest and are thoughtful and caring, and me and my sister are quite satisfied with him being in there.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum moved into Alexander Court a week before the first Covid lockdown, she has received excellent care and whilst I have not been allowed to visit they have helped to make mum's life as comfortable as is possible.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother came here in April 2019 from hospital as palliative care having been given, at best, a few weeks to live. She lived for more than a year and a half, and one of the main reasons for this was definitely the good quality care provided. The staff were genuinely kind and caring. My mother came
to regard it as her home and was happy there until she finally died in November last year. I was responsible for looking after my mother and it was a great relief for me not to have to worry about the care she was receiving.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was transferred here on discharge from hospital for end of life care, however long or short that may be. We were pleased to have Alexander Court as one of our options and feel that we made the right choice. Mum is really well looked after, given the care and support she needs in her twilight
weeks. The staff are extremely professional and caring and in these difficult times of Coronavirus, still find time to support the family too. Mum always looks lovely when we go to see her and the staff are very attentive.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We can honestly say that the standard of care and understanding at this home is second to none. The staff and management looked after my father exceptionally well in difficult circumstances up until his passing, always keeping us informed and making us feel very welcome on visiting.
The level of communication
from management and the very caring staff on all levels are a credit to the company. This home is highly recommended to anyone who has the difficult decision to make with a relative; this is a home from home. Having just seen the CQC rating, I would ignore that to be honest.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband was end of life. The staff ensured that he was never uncomfortable and was never distressed. All medication was given on time and efficiently. His care was excellent, he was always shaved and clean and didn't smell. His mouth and eyes were always moist. I couldn't wish for anything more for
him at the end of his life. I was also well supported and given frequent coffees.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everyone is friendly and helpful. I feel happy with the care given to my sister. Staff look after her so I am able to get on with my own life.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The standard of care at Alexander Court is excellent. The staff are well trained, supported and administer a very high level of care. I visit my mother every day and regularly observe both the day and night staff.
The home is also very clean and the food is very good. I am delighted that my mother
is so well looked after.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mum is a recent resident and she is treated with respect, care and love. I know she is in brilliant hands when I leave her. They give me peace of mind. The staff also make me and my family welcome and make it feel like one big happy family.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff very good, all know what they are doing.
Food very good, good choice, clean all the time. No complaints.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It was first class.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother is always well cared for.
The staff are very helpful and friendly.
I would recommend this care home to anyone who's relative needs care.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have recently been visiting my aunt at Alexander Court and find it to be a lovely "home from home".
The staff are fantastic and friendly.
My aunt's room is always clean and tidy. The food is lovely.
Most of all, it is clear that my aunt is well looked after and loved.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my Godfather has been here, I have had no worries about his everyday welfare. He has been looked after when he had has his "off" days and I have been contacted on any occasion when he has been in need of any treatment.
His health has improved, as has his state of mind. He enjoys being here and
is looked after so well. I have had no negative thoughts about his welfare whilst being here.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having only been able to gather my impressions of this home for 5 + weeks, it's a fairly short time to observe,m but I sensed a pleasant, homely atmosphere and a bright and light feel to the place. The cleanliness too was noticeable. All the staff I have seen are kind, compassionate and encouraging
to my sister. Any medical needs have been dealt with promptly and efficiently. The food is good; returning from a morning out with my sister, I was given a nutritious hot meal and my offer to pay was something was rejected.
I feel my sister is in good hands.

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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.451)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.451) out of 10 for Alexander Court Care 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 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 14 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 4.451 for Alexander Court Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (99 Excellents x 5) + (70 Goods x 4) + (10 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) + (1 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 182 Ratings = 4.451

  • 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 Alexander Court Care Home is based on 14 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 56 registered maximum number of service users is 11.2, which has been reached with 14 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 Dec 2024

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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)

Rachael

Rachael Harford

Job Title: Registered Manager and Nurse

Joined: 2024

I qualified as a Registered Nurse in 2013 and spent my first years working within the NHS on both medical admissions and critical care. It is here that I gained my clinical experience and developed the skills and knowledge required to provide excellent resident care. I then moved into Care Homes and have worked for numerous years at both the Deputy and Manager level. I have completed my Level 5 Qualification IAO Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care for Adults and my passion is to ensure that our residents live a life where they are valued, loved and cared for as one of our own. I want our home to feel like their home and I want their family and friends to feel welcome into our home-from-home environment.


I have an open-door policy so please feel free to come and meet me when I am in Monday to Friday.


Thank you and I look forward to meeting you all soon
Rachael