Sharnbrook House

High Street, Sharnbrook, Bedford MK44 1PB
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  • Sharnbrook House, Bedford
Sharnbrook House is situated within the village of Sharnbrook between Bedford and Rushden. It is set in extensive gardens with its own lake and terraces. The home itself is very spacious with large windows allowing the light to flood in. The home has period features, both inside and out.

The home is managed by Greensleeves Care, a not-for-profit care organisation.
All meals at Sharnbrook House are freshly prepared by the chefs and take residents' personal preferences and dietary requirements into account.

On duty 24-hours a day, the home’s dedicated multi-disciplined team, provides high-quality care to meet individual resident’s requirements. All residents’ views, choices and preferences contribute to the daily running of their home.

Strong ties with the local community ensures regular interesting visits to the home. A regular programme of activities is organised with engaging pursuits provided daily.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 30 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1309 – £2023
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1309 – £2023

Fees are set based on the specific care needs of each individual. Fees come with Greensleeves Care's unique Home for Life financial assurance and, as a not-for-profit home, every penny goes towards high-quality care, never shareholders. Give the home a call today for more details.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Sharnbrook House to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Doina -Maria Hrisca (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (30)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (3)

Sharnbrook House Reviews (61)

9.9

Sharnbrook House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.876) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sharnbrook House has 61 reviews.

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Review from Andrew P (Son of Resident) published on 11 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I have a mother here at Sharnbrook House; she is very well looked after. She is able to join in with the activities and is able to make her own choices with respect. As a family member, I am welcomed with passion, always offered refreshments, and any issues, the family is updated with any concerns or
other health-related matters. We are, as a family, very pleased to have Mother here at Sharnbrook House.
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Review from J P (Son of Resident) published on 11 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The welcome is always friendly and with a smile! The staff are caring and appear to be very diligent and professional. The care my mother receives is very reassuring both to her and to our family. First class. Well done!
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Review from Pauline C (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful care is given to my father. He is very happy living here, and it's very comforting to know how well he is being looked after. Staff always go out of their way to make visitors welcome. Really great team showing kindness and hard work. Thank you.
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Review from Patricia W (Respite Resident) published on 6 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I came in for respite care and left feeling renewed. I would certainly come again.
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Review from S S (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care that my mother has received while she has been seriously ill, was excellent. Whenever I visited, she was always comfortable and clean and the staff were always helpful, kind and compassionate during this difficult time. I cannot thank them enough for all that they have done for us.
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Review from K D (Brother of Resident) published on 10 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care home.
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Review from Peter J (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 29 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Across the last 18 months, the home has improved immensely with the care, support and upkeep of the home's surroundings.
The residents now have a home where it is secure, safe and with staff who are knowledgeable and understanding of the residents. Members of the management and staff teams have made
substantial changes that have improved cleanliness, safety, activities and interaction ensuring the priority are for the residents and for establishing Sharnbrook House as a family home rather than just a house! They are always looking to improve and encourage the wider family members to be inclusive of the residents' lives and we love that. A huge thank you to all.
Reply from Inesa Jones, Registered Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you very much for such a lovely review and feedback

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Review from D J (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are so thankful for the care that Dad receives at Sharnbrook House and the quick response we have had to specific care requests for him. Staff have worked hard and been dedicated to his recovery after some health issues at the beginning of the year. We have seen a big improvement in the day-to-day
running of the home, the hard work put in to achieve this and the desire to keep improving. We appreciate the relatives meeting and are kept up to date via emails, phone calls and photos. We had a very special family gathering recently and were touched by the thoughtfulness of everyone in supporting us during the day. Thank you!
Reply from Inesa Jones, Registered Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you very much for such a lovely review and feedback.

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Review from B P (Friend of Resident) published on 2 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My friend stays at Sharnbrook. It feels homely, and the staff are friendly, caring and professional. My friend enjoys living at Sharnbrook. House has a lot of character and beautiful gardens.
Reply from Inesa Jones, Registered Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you very much for such a lovely review and feedback.

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Review from Simon M (Son of Resident) published on 12 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are excellent. My mother has been in the home a while and I have only ever seen exemplary care from them. Including their management of the COVID-19 restrictions. We have been able to see Mum as much as we have wanted within the Government restrictions. Thanks to all the staff for Mum’s continued
excellent care.
Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you for your review. We greatly appreciate your feedback and kind words.

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Review from Michael H (Great-Nephew of Resident) published on 8 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The manager of Sharnbrook Care Home was extremely helpful when my great aunt needed more care than we were able to provide at home.
My great aunt was very fragile and confused about entering the home but has now improved so much; this is down to the staff and facilities at Sharnbrook House.
Thank
you very much.
Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you for your review. We greatly appreciate your feedback and kind words.

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Review from T W (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I wish to thank all of the staff for their help and support for my father. The quality of care is exceptional. I am so grateful and most appreciative of the professionalism, care and dedication provided, particularly during these difficult and challenging times. You are all amazing - so committed, kind
and thoughtful - and I cannot say thank you enough.
Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We greatly appreciate your feedback and will share your nice comments with our staff.

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Review from Keith J (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 4 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to thank all the staff at Sharnbrook House for the loving care and devotion given to my father-in-law when he was stretchered into the home in July, it was beyond all expectations. In a short time, they had him back on his feet mingling with the other residents and participating in the
activities on offer. No request from him was too much. I would recommend Sharnbrook House to anyone who is looking for a residential home.
Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Dear Keith, thank you very much for your wonderful review and kind words. We are delighted to hear your comments and we will pass them on to our staff at Sharnbrook House.

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Review from Tony W (Son of Resident) published on 26 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very pleased with the level of care at Sharnbrook House. My father did not want to leave his home, but his dementia has progressed to the extent that he requires specialist care. We, as a family, feel relieved to have found a suitable environment for him. Due to the national COVID situation, our interaction
is quite limited, but he frequently says he likes it there and the team clearly relate to him well. They are always friendly and helpful when I call and communicate warmly when passing him the phone. The manager gave him a great welcome upon arrival and continues to be very supportive. He has clearly settled in and now plays the piano there; something he ceased doing at home long ago, and he likes the food too. Based on what I’ve seen and heard, so far, I would not hesitate to recommend Sharnbrook House.
Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you, Tony, for your lovely review and kind words. I will pass your nice comments to our staff at Sharnbrook House.

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Review from Andrea K (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 21 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My grandfather has recently moved to Sharnbrook House. We couldn’t be more delighted with the care he receives and it has been the most incredible lifting of a burden for our whole family at a very difficult time. The staff are so very kind and every need of his is supported. He is listened to and respected
and treated so well. When I have visited, every member of staff who walks by says hello to him and knows his name and he seems delighted to see them. He lost so much weight before he went in but he already looks so much better. It feels like it is extremely well managed. We are enormously grateful to the staff at Sharnbrook.
Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you Andrea for your lovely review and kind words. We will be delighted to pass your feedback to our staff at Sharnbrook House.

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Review from Nicki L (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father arrived at Sharnbrook on 10th July. Previous to this he lived in a bungalow on a retirement village and was admitted to hospital following a fall, he was then exposed to Covid-19 and tested positive so his hospital stay was a lot longer than we first thought. The hospital advised that he would
need 24/7 care when he was discharged so we contacted Sharnbrook and luckily they had a room free and we were able to reserve the room. My father was made to feel very welcome straight away, the managers and the team were so very kind and ensured that he settled in. He was extremely weak when he arrived, however, the team have got him up on his feet and walking again and he's going from strength to strength. He is so much happier and even said that he wasn't lonely any more which was lovely to hear. He now has the care that he needs and nothing is too much trouble. I would like to say a big thank you to the managers and the whole team at Sharnbrook, I know my father is safe, well cared for and happy.
Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you Nicki for your review and your kind words. I will pass them to our staff at Sharnbrook House.

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Review from Linda (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been at Sharnbrook 6 years now, I find it very reassuring that she is well cared for, she can at times be a challenge but the manager and her team always take time to try and defuse the situation or they ring me and I speak to my mum to reassure her, it always ends on a positive note. Through
COVID I know my mum is being well looked after, looking at the photos she always looks happy. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the manager and a particular member of staff and all the staff at Sharnbrook House for looking after my mum.
Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you Linda for your kind words. We greatly appreciate your feedback which we will share with our staff at Sharnbrook House.

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Review from Gill J (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 97-year-old Dad lived in his own bungalow in a retirement village when following a fall he was taken into hospital in early May 2020. He soon had a coronavirus contact and tested positive and after a week was shipped out to a home where they nursed him through the virus. We had a Zoom meeting with
the Manager as it had become apparent that he should no longer be caring for himself and were lucky that she had a room free for him. She was kind enough to keep the room for him for the nine weeks until he eventually tested negative and it was with huge relief that we got him up to Sharnbrook, near to us. He was in poor shape mentally and physically after all that time in bed but the difference in him now is amazing. He is eating well, walking around with his walker and generally enjoying life there. The Manager, Deputy Manager and all the staff have been so kind, reassuring and welcoming, both to Dad and to us that we cannot be happier with this outcome. Thank you to them and all staff at Sharnbrook!
Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you Gill for your very kind words. We greatly appreciate your lovely comments which we will pass to our staff at Sharnbrook House.

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Review from C S (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 1 April 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The quality of care my friend receives is exceptional. They communicate very well with her and always help me if I enquire about anything.
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Review from Bruce D (Son of Resident) published on 24 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 98-year-old mother has been at Sharnbrook House since June 2019. Sharnbrook was chosen on the recommendation of a friend. The care my mother receives is excellent. Staff are thoughtful and always ready and willing to assist and talk to the residents at any time. Finding a 'home' for my mother was
a very emotional experience. But the care, thoughtfulness and consideration to my mother's needs has lifted a great weight off my shoulders.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.876)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.876) out of 10 for Sharnbrook House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.876 for Sharnbrook House is calculated as follows: ( (166 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 185 Ratings = 4.876
  2. 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 Sharnbrook House is based on 16 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 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
    2. 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 30 registered maximum number of service users is 6, which has been reached with 16 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 8 Mar 2019

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Awards / Recognitions (12)

Meet the Team (7)

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Lisa Houghton

Job Title: Interim Home Manager Joined: 2022

Hello, my name is Lisa Houghton and I am extremely honoured to be the Interim Home Manager of Sharnbrook House.
The team at Sharnbrook House ensure the residents are seen as individuals and they are encouraged by the staff to continue to maintain and enjoy their pastimes to the full.


Sharnbrook House is a 19th century period building situated in idyllic grounds with terraced gardens and pathways leading to its own lake. Sharnbrook House benefits from being in the hub of the village with all the local amenities within a short walking distance.


Sharnbrook House has always been part of the local community and all the staff team and volunteers continue to embrace the village spirit.
I pride myself on always making myself available to all who come into contact with the home and will always find the time to sit and discuss any issues that may arise or just have a chat over a cup of tea.


The staff team and myself strongly believe that all who come into contact with the home should have a positive experience, whether they are residing or just visiting.


I personally believe that this is each individual’s home, not just a care home, where family and friends are always welcome.

Anna

Anna

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 1986

My role at Sharnbrook House is rewarding as I am able to care for elderly clients in a
home which is person centred. After 34 years of employment I have seen the home
change over the years and the changes have been all for the better. We are one big happy family.

Teresa

Teresa

Job Title: Senior Care Assistant Joined: 2017

Working as a Senior Care Assistant at Sharnbrook House supporting the residents who live here gives me such pleasure. It’s great to share so much fun and laughter with them, making it feel like we are all one happy family.

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Julie

Job Title: Head Chef Joined: 2016

I have been the Head Chef at Sharnbrook House for 15 years and as I love cooking it is my ideal job. We all work hard but still manage to have a laugh and joke with both our colleagues and the residents. We all get on and we make it our mission to ensure the
residents’ stay here is a happy one.

Nathan

Nathan

Job Title: Head of Maintenance Joined: 2010

I was first employed at Sharnbrook House as the gardener in 2010. Ten and half years later I have progressed to Head of Maintenance, responsible for health and safety, risk assessments and fire safety within the home. I enjoy the varying tasks my job holds on a day-to-day basis especially when the residents interact with me whilst I am carrying out my duties, and I treat each one as an individual.

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Hilary

Job Title: Care Assistant Joined: 2017

I enjoy working as a Care Assistant at Sharnbrook House. The residents who live here are lovely. They pick me up when I am having a bad day by making me laugh.

Sue

Sue

Job Title: Bookkeeper/Administrator Joined: 2017

Having worked in my previous employer for over 23 years I took a big leap and applied for a similar position at Sharnbrook House and have been here now for 3 years. I enjoy my work but I especially love the clients who each have varying individual personalities and quirky little ways.

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