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St Mary's Riverside has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.947) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time St Mary's Riverside has 63 reviews.
Review from K H (Son of Resident) published on 21 February 2025
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Reply from Laura Barnsley, Home Manager at St Mary's Riverside
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate your feedback and are delighted to know that Mum is so happy. Your Mum's satisfaction is the staff's top priority. We are thrilled to know that finally she is settled and content. It's really uplifting to hear such positive comments from a family who visit regularly and have the experience of two other care settings.
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Review from C H (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 24 January 2025
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Reply from Laura Barnsley, Home Manager at St Mary's Riverside
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. The team on the first floor put a lot of effort into making our service as user friendly and enjoyable as possible so we are thrilled to hear that your Nana is well cared for and content.
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Review from D H (Son of Resident) published on 22 January 2025
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Reply from Amanda Dillon, Business Manager at St Mary's Riverside
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback about St Mary's Riverside. We are delighted to hear that you are pleased with the love, care and support your Mum has received. Our team is committed to providing compassionate and personalised care and it means so much to us to know we've made a positive difference.
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Review from Jenny W (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 January 2025
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Reply from Amanda Dillon, Business Manager at St Mary's Riverside
Thank you so much, since your Mum moved in with us she's been an integral part of our Riverside family, as have you. She's settled in so well with us here and is an absolute delight to care for.
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Review from M R (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 January 2025
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Reply from Laura Barnsley, Home Manager at St Mary's Riverside
Wow what a lovely review. It means so much to us to know that we have helped in any way. We all recognise how difficult the transition into a care home can be. We are so pleased that our staff have helped to make that move a positive one for your Dad. Thank you for taking the time to feedback.
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Review from Evie B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 27 November 2024
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Reply from Jackie Brook, Care Relationships at St Mary's Riverside
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. It means a great deal to us to hear how happy and safe your Nan feels at St. Mary's Riverside. Providing compassionate care with dignity and respect is at the heart of everything we do, and we're delighted to know that this has been your experience. We're also thrilled that you've noticed and appreciated our varied daily activities and the welcoming atmosphere we aim to create for residents and their loved ones. Your gratitude is truly encouraging for our team and reinforces our commitment to delivering the highest standard of care. Thank you for trusting us with your nan's care-it's an honour to support her and your family.
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Review from Angela O (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 September 2024
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Reply from Laura Barnsley, Home Manager at St Mary's Riverside
Thank you Angela for taking the time to review our home. Your Mum has settled in so well. She is joining in with the activities and has made some really nice friendships which are lovely to see. I will pass your comments on to our staff who will be really happy that you as a health care professional believe they are doing a great job in looking after your Mum.
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Review from Julia N (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 July 2024
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Reply from Amanda Dillon, Business Manager at St Mary's Riverside
Thanks, Julia; you're review is very much appreciated. Your mum and dad are delightful, and we look forward to your visits too.
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Review from Debbie M (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 June 2024
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Reply from Laura Barnsley, Home Manager at St Mary's Riverside
What a difference your dad makes to our home with his quick wit and sense of humour. He has brought so much laughter to all those around him. We love having him as a resident here at Riverside. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us with such a kind review.
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Review from A G (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 April 2024
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Reply from Amanda Dillon, Business Manager at St Mary's Riverside
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We all adore your Mum and she has become such an integral part of our family, it feels like she's been with us forever. Thank you for your support as a family which always makes the transition into care so much easier.
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Review from Tony B (Nephew of Resident) published on 5 April 2024
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Reply from Amanda Dillon, Business Manager at St Mary's Riverside
Thank you so much for your wonderful words. You know that your aunt means so much to all of us and the whole home enjoyed celebrating her milestone birthday with you all, it really was such a memorable day
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Review from S L (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 March 2024
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Reply from Amanda Dillon, Business Manager at St Mary's Riverside
Thank you so much for your kind review. Your mum is a pleasure to look after and brings many a smile to our faces daily.
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Review from P C (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 15 March 2024
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Reply from Jackie Brook, Care Relationships at St Mary's Riverside
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear your mother-in-law has settled well and that you were able to secure a room for her at such short notice at St. Mary's Riverside Care Home. Our team is committed to providing a warm, supportive, and nurturing environment for all our residents and their families, and it's heartwarming to know that this has been reflected in your family's experience.
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Review from Deborah H (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 February 2024
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Reply from Jackie Brook, Care Relationships at St Mary's Riverside
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of St Mary's Riverside Care Home! We are delighted to hear about your positive experience with our communication and the care your family member receives. Our staff takes great pride in offering a kind, caring, and professional environment for all our residents. Your recommendation means the world to us. Thank you for trusting us with your loved one’s care.
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Review from S G (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 December 2023
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Reply from Jackie Brook, Business Development at St Mary's Riverside
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughtful and positive review of our care home. We appreciate your kind words and are pleased to hear about your overall positive impression over the past year.
It's good to know that you have found our home to be warm, friendly, and caring. Our dedicated staff strives to provide a high standard of care, even in challenging circumstances, and we are grateful for your understanding regarding the nationwide staffing issues.
We're delighted that the St Mary's Riverside team's responsiveness, cleanliness, and professionalism have contributed to a positive experience for your loved one. Your feedback regarding the room setup is valuable, and we appreciate your insight. Please rest assured that we are committed to making any necessary/possible adjustments to ensure the comfort and happiness of your loved one. If you ever wish to discuss this further or have any other concerns, please feel free to reach out to our Home Manager.
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Review from R F (Friend of Resident) published on 23 November 2023
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Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at St Mary's Riverside
Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to the St Marys Riverside team.
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Review from Caroline S (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 November 2023
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Reply from Paul Millar, Marketing Manager at St Mary's Riverside
Dear Caroline, many thanks for taking the time to review our home. It is a pleasure to care for your Mother and a privilege to have her with us. Your kind words are greatly appreciated, and I will, of course, pass them on to the St Mary's Riverside team.
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Review from Neil A (Relative of Resident) published on 15 November 2023
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Reply from Jackie Brook, Business Development at St Mary's Riverside
Your words touched us deeply, and we are grateful for the time you took to share your thoughts about St Marys Riverside. We understand the emotional journey of placing a loved one in a care home, and your kindness in expressing such warm sentiments means a great deal to all of us. We are here for you and your loved ones, and your message inspires us to continue striving for excellence every day.
Warm regards from everyone at St Marys Riverside.
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Review from L A (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 25 October 2023
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Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. It is a pleasure caring for your grandparents. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and I will of course pass them on to the St Marys Riverside family.
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Review from Olivia C (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 20 October 2023
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Many thanks for taking the time to review our home. Your kind words are much appreciated and I will, of course, pass them on to the St Mary's Riverside team.
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The Review Score of 9.9 (9.947) out of 10 for St Mary's Riverside is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 30 Reviews in the last 24 months.
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 30 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.
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 4.947 for St Mary's Riverside is calculated as follows: ( (338 Excellents x 5) + (19 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 357 Ratings = 4.947
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 St Mary's Riverside is based on 30 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 61 registered maximum number of service users is 12.2, which has been reached with 30 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.
Date: 1 Sep 2023
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Job Title: Home Manager
Joined: 2021
Laura has spent over 30 yrs working in social care. She has been managing care homes for the elderly for over 20 years and loves her job. Laura and her established management team have worked together for over 15 years and are passionate about creating a real quality of life for the residents in their care. Laura believes that a happy team creates the right atmosphere and environment for the residents.
CQC rates all care homes in the country with only 3.5% of care homes being rated as outstanding. Laura and her dedicated team care and approach to the residents have previously gained them outstanding in all 5 CQC domains.
One of only 8 homes in the country to do this. Riverside has also recently achieved an Outstanding rating from CQC, something which the whole team are very proud of.
Laura brings with her a wealth of experience and a passion to make St Mary's Riverside the best home possible for the residents who live there.
Job Title: Deputy Home Manager
Joined: 2021
Sophie has worked with Laura from the age of 18 when she started as a junior Care Assistant and has worked her way up to the role of Deputy Home Manager. She has completed her NVQ levels 2 and 3 in Health and Social Care and her NVQ level 5 Registered Managers Award. Sophie also has NVQ level 2 in Team Leading. Sophie has experience in managing a residential home but chose to be a Deputy as this is the role she enjoys the most and a role in which she holds a wealth of experience.
Sophie is dedicated to ensuring her residents receive the very best of care and the staff are happy, providing a safe and secure place for our residents to live and our families to visit.
Job Title: Deputy Home Manager
Joined: 2022
Sam has worked with Laura and Sophie for 10 years and brings scores of experience with her to St. Mary's Riverside. She has worked her way to Deputy Home Manager and is looking forward to developing within her role and advancing her skills.
Sam is passionate about our resident's well-being and strives to ensure everyone feels comfortable and included. She enjoys helping our residents settle into their new homes making their transition as easy as possible providing support and reassurance along the way.