Godfrey Care

Godfrey Care provides residential care and supported living for adults who have a learning disability, complex needs and associated challenging behaviour.

Our specialist care team of fully trained staff works with each individual using a person-centred planning approach. As our specialist care homes only have a small number of beds, individuals are able to enjoy comfortable, high quality environments that are typical of any family home. Our aim is for all those under our care to experience a happy, fulfilled life and to develop the highest level of independence. The needs of each individual are our priority, and we offer real opportunities to acquire new skills and build upon existing abilities. Our specialist teams support each individual to progress and develop life skills to work towards moving towards a more independent life. We see our services as a stepping stone to the future. We provide care for people with:

Learning Disabilities
Autistic spectrum disorder and Asperger's
Epilepsy
Challenging Behaviour and/or Complex needs. Our ethos is to empower everyone to have the confidence to take important steps forward in their daily lives. We believe that it is paramount that an individual's needs, wishes, choices, beliefs are always understood and respected. We also recognise each individuals' goals, aspirations, hopes and dreams and help to support them as they work towards achieving them. A fundamental part of the care planning we undertake ensures that each person in our care has a detailed activities-based programme catered to their individual needs within their home and their community. We believe a happy, engaging and proactive approach will help individuals to develop the independent living skills that will enable them to boost their self-esteem, confidence and quality of life; whilst also helping them to progress and hopefully move on to more independent living.

17/09/2026

Getting involved in community events is a huge part of life at Godfrey Care.

MB, who lives at Dorset House in Chesterfield, certainly embraces every opportunity to enjoy the atmosphere and excitement of local activities. She recently had a fantastic time at this year’s Barlow Carnival, a much-loved village tradition that brings the community together each year with its parade, entertainment, family activities, stalls, food and fairground rides.

This year’s carnival was bathed in sunshine as MB made the most of everything on offer. Taking a spin on the rides was a given, but she also had the unexpected pleasure of meeting some beautiful birds of prey, including a friendly barn owl which perched on her wrist. At one point, she even encountered a towering – but equally friendly – Transformer!

It was lovely to see MB getting involved and having such a memorable day out, enjoying everything from raptors to robots. She clearly had a hoot! 🦉

14/09/2026

There’s lots happening at Godfrey Care as we continue to develop bespoke services for adults with complex, high-acuity needs

Willow Lodge in Sutton-in-Ashfield is now officially registered with the CQC, and we’ve begun our first transition into this new service, which opened in the summer, providing four apartments. It’s an important milestone and the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Willow Lodge.

Meanwhile, the redevelopment of a substantial property at Crow Hill Drive in Mansfield is progressing really well, and it’s fantastic to see the environment starting to take shape. The service will offer six apartments alongside communal spaces and is due to open in November.

Construction at Cedar House is also moving forward and will be particularly significant for us as our first service in Derby City. We recently hosted our first site visit from families and local authority representatives to discuss ongoing design and construction, and we’ve already offered our first placement. Cedar House will also include six apartments alongside communal space. Cedar house is due to open in November.

As we develop these new services, working together is really important to us. We’re consulting families, local authorities, commissioners and other professionals to understand what’s needed and make sure our services are shaped around the people who will live there. This co-production is a key part of getting the right environment and support in place from the outset. That’s what Building Futures Together is all about.

We’re looking forward to sharing more as these services progress!

To find out more about our services or make a referral, contact [email protected]

09/09/2026

We’re delighted to announce that Godfrey Care has been named a finalist in the Excellence in Specialist Care category at this year’s prestigious LaingBuisson Awards.

It’s particularly special to be recognised in this category after being shortlisted for the same award in 2025, alongside Excellence in Supported Living, which we were incredibly proud to win.

The LaingBuisson Awards are now in their 21st year and celebrate excellence and innovation across the UK health and social care sector.

This recognition reflects the skill and dedication of our teams and their commitment to building futures together through highly personalised, specialist support for adults with complex needs. Our approach combines bespoke environments, multidisciplinary expertise and co-produced care to create opportunity, improve quality of life and increase independence.

Tracy Johnson, Managing Director of Godfrey Care, said:

“To be named a finalist in Excellence in Specialist Care for the second consecutive year is a fantastic achievement. We believe our teams represent the very best of social care and the genuinely life-changing impact it can have. We’re incredibly proud of the difference they make to the lives of the people we support.

“The LaingBuisson Awards recognise organisations that are raising standards across health and social care, so to be shortlisted again is a real honour. It’s wonderful to see the hard work of our teams recognised alongside some of the outstanding organisations across the sector.”

The winners will be announced at the LaingBuisson Awards ceremony on 19 November 2026 at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London.

A huge thank you to everyone across Godfrey Care who continues to make this recognition possible.

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08/09/2026

The views of families are an important part of how we understand what really matters to the people we support.

Their observations and kind words give us valuable insight into the difference our teams make. It’s about listening, learning and working together to make sure support continues to reflect the needs, wishes and aspirations of each individual.

We’re incredibly grateful to the families who take the time to share their experiences with us. Their feedback helps us to continually develop our services. We firmly believe that futures are built together.

Here are just a few of the lovely words families have shared with us recently.

03/09/2026

Having access to enjoyable outdoor spaces is something many of the people we support value highly. The garden has become a particularly special place for MB, who lives at our Dorset House service in Chesterfield.

MB takes great pride in caring for her plants, spending time watering them and watching her garden grow. Through her care and creativity, she has transformed the space into a beautiful, peaceful environment where she can relax and enjoy being outdoors.

It’s also become a welcoming space for local wildlife. MB particularly enjoys watching the birds and squirrels that visit the garden and takes great pleasure in seeing nature thrive around her.

It’s wonderful to see MB making the most of the Dorset House gardens and having a space where she can spend time doing something she genuinely enjoys, at her own pace.

02/09/2026

At Godfrey Care, we the strong team ethos at our services built through mutual support, understanding and respect.

At Pottery House in Stoke-on-Trent, the team has come up with a creative and collaborative way to nurture that respect and understanding. Colleagues were invited to describe themselves in just a few words as part of a staff room display. The responses offered a thoughtful snapshot of the people behind the team, with words including kind, caring, patient, hard-working, creative, friendly and supportive.

Pottery House Service Manage, Kevin Clutton, said:

“I think it’s important to take a moment to reflect on the qualities each of us bring to work and what makes our team strong. We decided to create the staff room display to encourage self-reflection and help us to recognise and appreciate the different qualities and personalities around us.

Every colleague brings something valuable to the team. When we recognise our own strengths and appreciate what others contribute, it helps to build an environment where colleagues feel supported and valued.”

Thank you to everyone at Pottery House who took part. Sometimes, one word can say a lot.

26/08/2026

We all benefit from taking time to look after our wellbeing. At our Ashby House service in Burton-on-Trent, that’s something the team makes a priority every week.

Every Wednesday is Wellbeing Wednesday, giving both colleagues and the people we support dedicated time to slow down, check in with one another and focus on how we’re feeling.

Natalia Bloor, Service Manager at Ashby House, said:

“Wellbeing Wednesday is a tradition we’ve established at Ashby House. Every week, it gives everyone the opportunity to check in with one another, enjoy meaningful conversations and feel comfortable and empowered to talk openly about how they’re feeling. To make the day even more enjoyable, we provide free vouchers for drinks and snacks, and each week we introduce a fun activity to encourage laughter, lift spirits and bring everyone together. Last week it was a round of Would You Rather?, which received some interesting answers! Looking after our wellbeing is just as important as looking after each other, so I’ve been delighted to see how much it’s been embraced by the people we support and the team.”

Wellbeing can look different for everyone, but making time for it is important. We’re proud to see Natalia and the Ashby House team create space for everyone to feel heard, supported and able to take a moment for themselves.

25/08/2026

At Godfrey Care, we believe in providing opportunities for people to explore their interests, develop new skills and find creative ways to express themselves.

The team at Pottery House in Stoke-on-Trent has been putting that approach into practice, supporting IDR to pursue his interest in art and develop his technique through dedicated tuition sessions.
After showing an interest in art, IDR began tuition sessions organised by the Pottery House team, and he has been excelling ever since. He has shown fantastic focus, enthusiasm and determination during his sessions, producing some amazing artwork that is now proudly displayed around the service.

It has been wonderful to celebrate IDR's achievements and see his confidence continue to grow. His hard work and positive attitude have really stood out, and his artwork is a brilliant reflection of the progress he is making.

20/08/2026

At Godfrey Care, we’re always proud to see our colleagues take on challenges that make a difference. This September, our Co-CEO, Andy Barnes, will be doing exactly that!

Andy is part of a fundraising team taking on Race the Sun Lake District, an incredible one-day journey covering 46 miles from sunrise to sunset:

🚴 34 miles of road cycling through the demanding Lakeland roads
🥾 10 miles of running, including the climb to the summit of Skiddaw
🛶 2 miles of kayaking across Derwentwater to the finish line

Andy and the team are raising money to support Action Medical Research, a UK-wide children’s charity which funds vital research helping to save and change the lives of babies and children.

If you’d like to support their fundraising, please visit the JustGiving link below.

Every donation, however big or small, will make a difference!
https://bit.ly/4znDhme

19/08/2026

At Godfrey Care, Building Futures Together is about creating opportunities for people to grow, develop and achieve their goals, both for the people we support and for our colleagues who work alongside them.
We’re delighted to celebrate some fantastic team news, with new appointments and internal progression recognising the experience, commitment and talent within our organisation.

Emma Johnson, Head of Quality

Emma joins us as Head of Quality, bringing extensive experience as a Registered Learning Disability Nurse, supporting people with complex needs across secure services, specialist residential provision and NHS assessment and treatment services.

Over the past five years, Emma has focused on quality improvement and regulatory compliance, most recently as Head of Quality and Compliance at a national healthcare group.
Since joining Godfrey Care, Emma has already been visiting our services, meeting colleagues and the people we support, and seeing first-hand the dedication across the organisation. We’re delighted to welcome her to the team and look forward to working with her as we continue to strengthen quality and outcomes across our services.

Hayley Morgan, Head of Business Development

Hayley has stepped up into the role of Head of Business Development, following 20 months as Business Development Lead supporting the growth of Godfrey Care. She is looking forward to continuing that journey, helping to grow the organisation while also building and developing an incredible team.
We’re very grateful for the commitment, creativity and strategic thinking Hayley has brought to our growth over the past two years, and we’re excited to see what comes next in her new role.

Toni Parker, Deputy Manager at Dorset House

Toni has more than 20 years’ experience in the care sector and joined Godfrey Care 15 months ago, spending the past 13 months at Dorset House.
Her commitment to person-centred care and support has seen her progress from Team Leader to Deputy Manager in just over a year. Toni is passionate about creating a safe, positive and enabling environment and is looking forward to continuing to support her team and uphold the high standards at Dorset House.

Congratulations to Hayley and Toni on your progression with Godfrey Care, and a warm welcome to the team, Emma!

Address

Burton Upon Trent
DE130NN

Telephone

+441283619997

Website

http://www.godfreycare.co.uk/

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