Riverdale Court

17 Dovedale Close, Welling DA16 3BU
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9.8 127 Reviews
  • Riverdale Court, Welling
Riverdale Court care home, situated in Welling, in the London Borough of Bexley, is a care facility providing residential care for older people living with dementia.

Riverdale Court provides a wealth of support services for people living with dementia, with the aim of not just providing care and comfort, but also a new, positive and more engaging stage in their lives. The team of qualified and attentive staff provide 24-hour specialist person-centred dementia care.

All of the bedrooms have bright modern en suite facilities with individual colour schemes to provide relaxation and a sense of well-being.

At the heart of Riverdale Court is its Philosophy of Care, The Eden alternative, where social interaction and engagement are encouraged and boredom is eradicated by addressing the three plagues of loneliness, helplessness and boredom within the home.

Care Provided by Riverdale Court

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 80 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Sid Vaghela (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 60+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (80)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (80)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2010

Funding & Fees Guide for Riverdale Court

  • 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 £1,823
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,823
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £2,005
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £2,005
  • The fee covers all dietary and hydration requirments: breakfast, lunch/dinner and evening meal with snacks and drinks offered throughout the day; laundry; entertainment/compaionship; personal care, cleaning and some outings. Hairdressing is not included although hair washing and drying is provided under personal care. Newpapers and some outings are also not included. Top up fees are considered.


  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Riverdale Court to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • 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
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting
  • Visiting Health Professionals not to visit for appointments at meal times.


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Riverdale Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.764) out of 10, based on 34 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Riverdale Court has 127 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Just moved here and I enjoy living here.
Food is good and activities are good.

Reply from Eddie Hall, Deputy Manager at Riverdale Court

Thank you for your kind feedback, we are glad that you enjoy your stay.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Riverside Court is a very friendly and happy place where residents are treated with respect and care. My mum is happy here and well cared for. She feels at home and has several friends including the carers. So glad she has come here.

Reply from Eddie Hall, Deputy Manager at Riverdale Court

Thank you for your kind feedback James, we are glad that we are able to support Mum the best we can.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Enjoy living here, activities are good.
The location is very good.
My bedroom is nice.

Reply from Eddie Hall, Deputy Manager at Riverdale Court

Thank you for your kind feedback and we are glad that you have enjoy your stay.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I love the staff they are so nice the food is good and bingo on Wednesday is so fun.

Reply from Eddie Hall, Deputy Manager at Riverdale Court

Thank you for your kind feedback, we are glad that you are enjoying the activities.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

So pleased that my darling wife is being looked after so well by such professional and friendly staff.

Reply from Eddie Hall, Deputy Manager at Riverdale Court

Thank you for your kind feedback Ron, we are glad that we are able to support you and your wife.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When visiting my sister, she has been treated extremely well and cannot fault this home.

Reply from Eddie Hall, Deputy Manager at Riverdale Court

Thank you Sheila for your kind feedback, we are glad that she enjoy her stay.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Find it very friendly eg: staff. Everywhere is very clean. Residents are well cared for and are generally quite happy. There are lots of activities, should they want to join in.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very nice care provided. Very friendly and fun.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Always made very welcome. Staff are very caring and residents seem very happy. All areas are kept clean. I am very happy with the level of care given by staff and the activities provided.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum is the second resident from my family to use Avante Care. My aunt in Northbourne Court for 10 years. Mum settled in straight away. You could see the smile return to her face within minutes of being in her room.

Reply from Hakim Issop, Manager at Riverdale Court

Thank you for the positive review of our home. My team are here to provide you with the best care and support at all times. We are happy that you enjoy living at our home.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father is staying at Riverdale Court for three weeks of respite. We were very anxious about this as he has never had respite before. I cannot be happier with the care he is receiving. All staff are welcoming and attentive. They have got to know my father very quickly and recognise all his needs.
They have encouraged him to be involved in activities, and he is clearly enjoying himself. I am confident my dad is being looked after well and is happy. I would like to thank all staff at Riverdale Court for their amazing work.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Very happy with the care my Mum and Dad receive, care of all the staff is excellent.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have found all the staff and carers at Riverdale Court to be really kind and caring. You can visit at any time (during normal times) and are always welcomed. We know Mum is really well looked after.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are fabulous. Very caring towards my Mum and to our family when we visit.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Good staff and environment, very safe and caring.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Riverdale is a wonderful place. The staff are incredible - so caring. The staff at Riverdale Court take excellent care of my mother. My family and I are delighted with the level of care and attention mum receives.

Reply from Nicolas Keemew, Manager at Riverdale Court

Thank you, for the review, I will share with my team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very clean and well organised. Good food and plenty of activities. Staff are so happy, friendly and helpful.

Reply from Nicolas Kee mew, Home manager at Riverdale Court

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I am glad to read your feedback on Riverdale Court and our staff.
Thank you for your kind review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has only been here for two weeks and already looks better. The carers are amazing, and I fell confident Mum's receiving excellent care. Thank you.

Reply from Nicolas Kee mew, GM at Riverdale Court

Thank you so much for your reviews. It was nice to meet you and I will share your feedback to my team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum was referred to Riverdale Court having been diagnosed with dementia in March after having a fall at home.
Since her stay, she has been extremely well looked after. We have seen a change in her in such a short time, and she also seems happy.
The carers and management team have gone the extra
mile to deliver fantastic care for her. Nothing is too much for them.
They are all fantastic, and 100% committed to their job.

Reply from Nicolas Keemew, Manager at Riverdale Court

Hi Barry
Thank you so much for your feedback. I am glad mum settled well at Riverdale.
I will share your feedback to our team


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Couldn't be happier with the care my nan has received. The last time I saw her in person she was in hospital. Frail, sick, crying, depressed and giving up on life. I haven't been able to see her face to face since she joined your home due to COVID, but the videos we see on a daily basis show me a completely
new person. She looks amazing, she's laughing away and seems happier than ever. Thank you for taking such good care of her in this horrible situation we find ourselves in. The whole team clearly care a lot about the residents and keeping them in touch with their families. I can't wait to finally be able to introduce her to my newborn daughter.

Reply from Nicolas Keemew, Manager at Riverdale Court

Thank you so much for your review, Rebecca. We are happy to read your review and feedback.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.764)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.764) out of 10 for Riverdale Court 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 34 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 34 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 4.764 for Riverdale Court is calculated as follows: ( (315 Excellents x 5) + (80 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 402 Ratings = 4.764

  • 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 Riverdale Court is based on 34 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 80 registered maximum number of service users is 16, which has been reached with 34 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: 6 Aug 2021

Overall
Requires improvement

  • Caring

    Good
  • Effective

    Good
  • Responsive

    Good
  • Safe

    Requires improvement
  • 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 (2)

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Solomon Ofori

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2022

Solomon has been working as a Senior Care Lead at Avante since 2022 and is known for his good work ethic and zest for learning. Solomon was promoted to Deputy Manager at Riverdale Court in July 2023.


Prior to joining Avante, Solomon worked in senior care roles at Nellsar Care and BUPA Care Homes at Priory Mews.


He started his career in Marketing and Customer Services and worked his way up to become a Marketing and Business Development Manager before moving to the world of social care where he completed an Advanced Apprenticeship in Adult Social Care.


Solomon has a number of qualifications under his belt, including a Diploma in Marketing, a Degree in Business Administration and a Master's in Healthcare Management from Anglia Ruskin University.


Solomon enjoys reading, writing and listening to music.


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Sid Vaghela

Job Title: Registered Home Manager

Joined: 2025

Registered Home Manager