Ward Green Lodge

High Ridge, Ward Green, Worsbrough, Barnsley S70 5HL
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Ward Green Lodge are the proud winners of the "Regional Care Home of the Year - North 2018" Caring Awards UK

Ward Green Lodge has a relaxing environment, highly-suited to those with care needs who can benefit from provision that is tailored to them as individuals.

Staff are well-trained and committed to quality, supporting a stimulating lifestyle alongside the care itself and enabling residents to feel like an active part of the community.

En-suite rooms add to the comfort and privacy of the home, while care workers are also skilled in the complications of dementia care.

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Care Provided by Ward Green Lodge

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 66 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Alzheimer's
  • Asperger Syndrome
  • Autism/ASD
  • Bipolar/Manic Depression
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Down Syndrome
  • Drug Dependence (past or present)
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Profound & Multiple Learning Disabilities
  • Schizophrenia
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Ward Green Lodge Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Wendy Waddington (Registered Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (62)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (62)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2014
    • Number of floors: 1

Funding & Fees Guide for Ward Green Lodge

  • 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 £1,090 – £1,090
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,090 – £1,090
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care £1,090 – £1,090
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,090 – £1,090
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Ward Green Lodge to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • 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

  • Visit anytime of the day, please refrain visiting at meal times, these hours are as follows:


    Breakfast - 08:30-09:30
    Lunch - 12:30-13:30
    Tea Time - 16:30-17:30


  • Parking

  • Parking for at least 20 cars


Ward Green Lodge Reviews (69)

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9.6

Ward Green Lodge has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.627) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Ward Green Lodge has 69 reviews.

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Review from R H (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

On visits, Mum always looks well cared for and looked after. She is enjoying the meals, having her hair done weekly and has started to join in on activities. The staff work hard, and nothing seems to be too much trouble. As a family member, they are always happy to answer any question and help in any
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Review from David H (Husband of Resident) published on 1 October 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Due to Covid some aspects I am unable to comment on due to restrictions of entry to the care home. I have yet to see the room but now every effort is provided for safe contact. Discussions with carers are now more extended but would like to meet with other residents families and the home management.
My wife is looked after well, clean, well-fed, hair, nails and clothing catered for.

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Review from Susan H (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely excellent in every way. Management is second to none, staff are wonderful.
Can't speak highly enough of this care home.

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Review from Heather E (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 15 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my mother and father-in-law were residents from 2017. Ward Green provided exceptional care throughout their time. It never mattered when we visited, they were always immaculately turned out, hair tidy and clothes cleaned. We saw the same staff and there always seemed to be plenty of staff on hand,
who knew the residents well. As a health care professional, I truly appreciated the end of life care provided, to ensure dignity and standards were maintained. I can't put a price on the care provided, it was outstanding.

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Review from A W (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 November 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident at Ward Green Lodge for just over a year. The overall standard of care is very good. Occasionally it could be better. Mum is treated with respect at all times and is settled and happy. Staff are on the whole attentive, kind and caring, even when her behaviour can be challenging.

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Review from S W (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everything about the home is wonderful. Rooms clean and spacious. Staff are good and helpful. Meals are very good. Management always have time to talk if I have a problem. Plenty of activities if residents want to do them.

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Review from Chrissy S (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has spent the past 5 months at Ward Green Lodge. When we first took Mom to Ward Green Lodge, we did not think she would last more than a week or two but due to the wonderful 24-hour care she has received, we have had several months with her to date. The staff are wonderful and so supportive
of all my mother's needs and have also been a great support to me.
I can't speak highly enough of how everything is run. Doctors and nurses are called immediately if needed and I have never had any cause to worry that she is not getting everything she needs to keep her comfortable. All the staff take an interest in the residents and it just feels like one big family. I can't thank them all enough.

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Review from Lynn W (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has spent 3 very happy years at Ward Green Lodge. She has regularly said to me 'I hope, when you get to my age, that you are as lucky as me and have somewhere as good as Ward Green Lodge to live'.
As her dementia has worsened the staff and management have met all her needs with patience,
care and love.
As she reaches the very end of her life they have extended this care and love to me.
I couldn't have chosen anywhere better. She has been treated with dignity right to the end. It has been a real home to her, giving her companionship and quality of life to the end.

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Review from Patsy W (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 21 July 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My friend has been admitted into Ward Green Lodge and I am wanting to say how nice the place is and the staff are fantastic, so caring, nothing is too much trouble. They make us very welcome. Our friend is thriving in the care home. Thank you.

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Review from Lona J (Sister of Resident) published on 18 July 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I love visiting my sister at Ward Green.
She is always happy and smiling.
She always tells me how much she loves living in a 5-star hotel. The staff are always friendly and will always answer my questions. Nothing is ever too much trouble for them. The food always looks lovely. My sister never complains.
I
would recommend to anyone.

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Review from A B (Sister of Resident) published on 4 July 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I feel my brother is in a safe environment, looked after by very caring, capable staff. I have access to talk to all levels of staff with any issues I may have.
The issues are regarding my brother's health but I find the staff are already aware of these and have already taken action.
Very friendly
staff and always feel welcome.

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Review from Chris W (Wife of Resident) published on 18 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband was a resident for about 9 weeks for palliative care needing help in all aspects of daily care. Every single member of staff treated him with dignity, respect and loving care. They respected his views and preferences whilst ensuring his medical and personal care needs were met.
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did they care for him but they gave us, his family, the emotional support we needed. We were made to feel part of the Ward Green Lodge family and all staff (whether carers, cleaners, laundry staff, admin or management) certainly became part of our family. It was more like a VERY good hotel rather than a care home.
A big thank you to everyone at Ward Green Lodge for such a wonderful experience even though it was such a difficult time towards the end. We certainly could not have coped without their love, help and guidance. I would have NO hesitation whatsoever in recommending this excellent care home.

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Review from Jean J (Sister of Resident) published on 23 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visit my sister once a week at Ward Green Lodge. I always find her happy and relaxed. She is very well cared for. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The home itself has plenty of quiet lounges as well as a pub. My sister's room is spacious with a generous size bed. The patrons are well entertained
and have a good events organiser. Overall, the home provides excellent care in all departments.

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Review from J C (Son of Resident) published on 5 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother had been a resident here for a few months and in this time her dementia developed but she still had long periods of lucidity. However her personality did change and she became quite rude and abrupt with staff. Mum also suffered with paranoia. All this was due to her worsening dementia. Some
staff seemed to think Mum was just being difficult. It was not their job to make their comments to family members. I felt that my mum was not given the benefit of the doubt and was seen to be a 'difficult customer'.

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Review from Rowland N (Husband of Resident) published on 28 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I think your home a very good well run home.
My only complaint is when leaving the home I put the code in and am too slow to reach the door.

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Review from Andrew W (Grandson of Resident) published on 28 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandmother lives at Ward Green Lodge and is the happiest I've seen her in years.
She joins in all the activities.
I just want to thank all the staff for their kind and caring environment for my grandmother.
Thank you.

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Review from Leigh P (Grandson of Resident) published on 28 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We were looking around for my nan for some respite.
Eventually, we stumbled across Ward Green Lodge to which instantly our search stopped.
Both myself and mum fell in love with the place as soon as we walked in.
The staff did everything in their power to get my nan in as it was very busy.
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my nan has come in she has improved no end and feels 100% better in herself.
Thank you very much.

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Review from CJ (Grandson of Resident) published on 14 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandmother moved into the home in December 2017, I found the service to be amazing, such a welcoming reception, all very positive, nothing is to much trouble. staff are professional and my grandmother is thriving in the homely environment.

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Review from Paul T (Nephew of Resident) published on 13 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Ward Green Lodge is an excellent home which has provided fantastic care to my auntie for over two years. The staff are very kind and caring but also very professional and efficient in everything they do. The rooms are "hotel standard" with excellent facilities. The food is good and my auntie enjoys
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Review from L J (Friend of Resident) published on 4 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Friend went into Ward Green Lodge 1st March 2016. She has been very well looked after, the food is good. All the staff are very friendly and helpful both to the residents and to family, they will help whenever they can. There is entertainment regularly. We couldn't wish for a nicer place for her to
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.627)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.627) out of 10 for Ward Green Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 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 4.627 for Ward Green Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (171 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) + (4 Poors x 2) + (10 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 201 Ratings = 4.627

  • 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 Ward Green Lodge is based on 15 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 66 registered maximum number of service users is 13.2, which has been reached with 15 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: 27 Nov 2018

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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 (3)

Darryl

Darryl Britto

Job Title: Managing Director

Joined: 2014

Dr Darryl Britto is the Managing Director of Britto Healthcare. He entered the care sector and has had a long career within healthcare seeing synergies between his experiences and the ability to deliver high-quality social care within a state-of-the-art facility at Ward Green Lodge.


Britto Healthcare aims to deliver care tailored to the needs of the individual within a stimulating environment.


Wendy

Wendy Waddington

Job Title: Registered Manager

Joined: 2014

Wendy has worked in the care industry for over 34 years working primarily in the Barnsley area and gaining a reputation for high-quality care and approachability.


She has achieved her level 5 diploma in health and social care and was a National Finalist at the 2011 Great British Care Awards.


Wendy has recently gained her qualification in “Education and Training”, Staff development is key.


She is passionate about providing personalised care and has recruited a high-quality team to deliver this at Ward Green Lodge.


Lucy

Lucy Crossley

Job Title: Business & Compliance Manager

Joined: 2014

Lucy has worked in the care industry for over 22 years working primarily in the Barnsley area since she was 16


She has achieved her level 5 diploma in leadership for health and social care and was a National Finalist at the 2022 Great British Care Awards.


Lucy is dedicated to providing personalised care and has worked at Ward Green Lodge from the day that it opened