Little Bramingham Farm

Leamington Road, Luton LU3 3XF
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  • Little Bramingham Farm, Luton
Little Bramingham Farm care home specialises in residential care. Little Bramingham Farm is an oasis of calm in an urban environment.

All the rooms are spacious, light and airy with en suite facilities.

Little Bramingham Farm’s communal areas offer a cosy lounge and dining room. The garden, developed over the years by residents and staff, is a secluded relaxing space to sit and read or enjoy the company of fellow residents and visiting family and friends.

The dedicated, well-trained and compassionate care team at Little Bramingham Farm understands that every resident is different.

Care planning is personalised and centred on each resident’s individual needs, coupled with this, the relaxed and informal environment of Little Bramingham Farm makes Little Bramingham Farm home from home for residents, families and friends alike.

Respite care packages are also available at Little Bramingham Farm for people who need everyday care and support when carers need a respite break, or for people who need extra care and support during a recuperation period after an illness or hospital discharge.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 26 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1425 – £1705
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1567 – £1875

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Little Bramingham Farm 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

  • Emma Lawrance (Care Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Old Age
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 1997
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (26)

Visiting

  • No specific visiting hours.

Parking

  • Car park in the front of the building

Little Bramingham Farm Reviews (56)

9.8

Little Bramingham Farm has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.794) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Bramingham Farm has 56 reviews.

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Review from Howard D (Son of Resident) published on 8 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident for just over five years during that time I have been able to see her during covid sitting outside her window whilst on the phone or as restrictions eased I'm now able to see her in her room. There have always been strict rules regarding testing and I feel my mother was
always safe and cared for.
The staff are always very helpful and cheerful, the home is always immaculately clean. There is always a great menu on offer and activities during the day.
Reply from Emma Lawrance, Little Bramingham Farm Care Home Manager at Little Bramingham Farm

Thank you very much for your kind review of Little Bramingham Farm, it means a lot to us all. It is our pleasure to look after your mother, and thank you for your ongoing support.

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Review from Gill B (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father entered respite here for 3 weeks and extended this for a further 5 weeks as he was enjoying the company and excellent food so much! The care that he received during this time was outstanding and, even with Covid restrictions, the staff managed to create a haven of comfort including safe access
to visitors. The staff took every opportunity to celebrate and decorate for special occasions including St Patrick's day (with a full Irish Bar!) and singing at the Alice in Wonderland tea party on Mother's Day. On bright sunny days, Dad also enjoyed simply relaxing with other residents in the beautiful garden with his newspaper and a cup of tea!
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Little Bramingham Farm (as long as this leaves a space for Dad to return in the future!)
Reply from Emma Lawrance, Care Home Manager at Little Bramingham Farm

Thank you so much for your kind words, it was a pleasure to look after your father for his respite stay. I will share your review with the team, I know both residents and staff miss his company and wonderful conversations.

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Review from Carole H (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Bramingham Farm is a wonderful care home. They have been caring for my father for the past 7 months. They are a fantastic team and all work together to ensure that the residents are very well cared for in all aspects of their life. They have a full schedule of organised activities to keep the
residents fit and entertained and have managed this well, through a particularly difficult time during the Covid 19 pandemic. I congratulate all of the staff on how well they have dealt with the infection control restrictions, keeping residents safe, keeping family in touch with the never-ending changes in regulations and visiting policies, whilst carrying on with the daily activities, in PPE, which is particularly demanding. I am so glad we found Little Bramingham Farm for my father.
Reply from Emma Lawrance, Care Home Manager at Little Bramingham Farm

Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for your kind words. A review such as this really does make a positive difference, I will pass your comments on to the team. I am pleased that you have found Little Bramingham Farm care home to be a caring and safe place for your father to be, and a community that puts residents at the heart of all that we do. It’s so important that other families know we have worked hard and continue to work determinedly to protect our residents, staff and volunteers from the Covid virus. We have adapted to new ways of working and are confident that we are Covid wise in how we work. Thank you once again for your kind words

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Review from Clive W (Son of Resident) published on 8 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Delighted with the care and attention that my mum receives, and the huge effort put it by the Little Bramingham team to bring some highlights into every day - especially welcome in this difficult time for everyone. The food choices look wonderful and special celebrations often get mentioned.
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you to everyone at Little Bramingham Farm for caring, so well, for my mum.
Reply from Emma Lawrance, Care Home Manager at Little Bramingham Farm

Thank you for taking the time to complete this review, and for your lovely comments which I will pass on to the team. I am pleased that you are delighted with the quality of care Mum receives. As you say, during this difficult time, huge efforts have gone into both protecting our residents, staff and volunteers from the covid virus, and into making sure, those everyday little things in life that mean the most to people, continue to be experienced and enjoyed, by everyone in our community here at Little Bramingham Farm. Once again thank you for your lovely comments.

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Review from Anne G (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 October 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has flourished in this home.
They are so caring and so good with all the residents.
The way they have coped with the COVID19 is just fantastic. They are so professional and have kept all residents and staff safe.
Highly recommend the home!
Reply from Emma Lawrance, Care Home Manager at Little Bramingham Farm

Thank you for your kind review. Its been a tough few months, but with all your support, and the support of the charity it has made things a lot easier.

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Review from R W (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 April 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The home is very friendly, clean and welcoming. Unfortunately, the coronavirus stopped a lot of things taking place.
Reply from Emma Lawrance, Care Home Manager at Little Bramingham Farm

Thank you for your review, I am so happy to hear that you found your experience of Little Bramingham so positive. Although we have had to take social distancing measures to protect our residents, we look forward to restarting the tea room and other social gatherings when all this is over.

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Review from B A (Son of Resident) published on 2 April 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad went into Little Bramingham after being diagnosed with a terminal illness. It was a great reassurance to all the family to know that he was so well looked after. His care was excellent and the staff were so supportive to his needs and to us. I cannot praise all the staff too highly for making
the last few weeks of his life so comfortable and dignified.
Reply from Emma Lawrance, Care Home Manager at Little Bramingham Farm

Thank you for your kind comments. It was a pleasure to care for your father and to have met such a lovely and supportive family.

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Review from J B (Friend of Resident) published on 18 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My friend had a week here in respite. He enjoyed his stay and his care was excellent. He hopes to return for a further respite stay. Food is excellent quality.
Reply from Emma Lawrance, Service Manager at Little Bramingham Farm

Thank you for your kind words. I am really pleased that he enjoyed his respite stay with us and we hope to see you both soon.

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Review from Michael H (Son of Resident) published on 11 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father was a resident for three years at the home and in that time he was treated with love and respect by all the staff at the home. The level of care and commitment by all the staff including management is faultless. As a family, we were always made to feel welcome and had every faith that our
father was well cared for and included in all activities of the home. We cannot thank the staff enough.
Reply from Emma Lawrance, Care Home Manager at Little Bramingham Farm

Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure and a privilege to look after your father. It is always comforting to hear how happy, both our residents and families are with the genuine quality of care we provide.

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Review from G B (Son of Resident) published on 19 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff and carers are friendly, polite and efficient. The rooms and group areas, such as the lounge and dining areas, are spotless. Since July I have been visiting my mother there and found her clean and well kept and she and all residents are happy with the many activities that are provided. An
excellent residential home.
Reply from Emma Lawrance, Care Home Manager at Little Bramingham Farm

Thank you so very much for your very positive comments. It is a pleasure having mum with us and to know she is happy here at Little Bramingham Farm. It is so helpful for other families to have the opportunity to hear your experience. The team really value such wonderful compliments too and welcome your support. Once again thank you.

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Review from L S (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been at Little Bramingham for over three years now. The home is well decorated in good style and relaxing colours; everywhere is very clean. Mum has a good range of homecooked meals. The combination between caring teams, management, residents and their families is first class with regular
meetings. All staff are available to talk to face to face or on the telephone. There are a large range of activities presented each week. My mum says she is happy there, likes her room, staff are friendly and she feels cared for. The staff all get on well together, are committed to their jobs and are highly professional, this leads to low staff turnover and good continuity of care.
Reply from Emma Lawrance, Care Home Manager at Little Bramingham Farm

Thank you for your lovely comments regarding Little Bramingham Farm and our care services. It’s a pleasure having Mum with us and to know Mum is happy living here at little Bramingham Farm. It is always reassuring to hear that our residents’ families value the quality of care we provide. Thank you once again for your lovely comments which I will pass on to the team.

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Review from Steven B (Son of Resident) published on 2 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff are very friendly and efficient. They offer residents the necessary care and attention and maintain the individual's dignity. In my opinion, a family environment exists in this care home. The management provides numerous activities for residents to take part in and I have seen how it benefits
them. My mother is very happy here and safe in the environment which exists in this place.
Reply from Emma Lawrance, Care Home Manager at Little Bramingham Farm

Thank you for your kind feedback. It is a pleasure having Mum here with us and it’s nice to know Mum is happy living at Little Bramingham Farm. Once again, thank you. It’s always a pleasure to receive appreciation such as this.

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Review from P D (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum is extremely well cared for. She is always treated with kindness, respect and patience. The staff are very good at seeing the residents as individuals and allow for their different wishes and 'little quirky ways'. My mum has been a resident at Little Bramingham Farm for nearly four years and
enjoys living there. It is lovely to be in an old converted house, rather than a purpose-built 'clinical' feeling building.
Reply from Emma Lawrance, Care Home Manager at Little Bramingham Farm

Thank you for your kind words and wonderful review. It is a pleasure having Mum here with us and it is nice to know that Mum enjoys living at Little Bramingham Farm. It is so important for us to provide care that puts residents at the heart of what we do. We are so lucky to live and work in such a beautiful setting. Once again thank you, we welcome such a positive review and your support.

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Review from E G (Sister of Resident) published on 24 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister has been at Little Bramingham Farm for just over 3 months now and is very happy living there.
It is a great pleasure to visit her, the management and care staff are so friendly and caring. Nothing is too much to ask them.
I would definitely recommend this home to everybody.
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Review from Myra W (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bramingham feels like a gentile country hotel where the residents just happen to be old.
All staff are lovely and the food looks delicious.
My mum, who had been very apprehensive, settled in immediately.
Rooms all slightly different.
Does not feel like a nursing home.
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Review from Laura R (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was in respite care for 10 days at Little Bramingham Farm. I cannot speak highly enough regarding the care that my mother received from all members of staff during her stay.
My mother is quite demanding due to her condition, but the carers did everything possible to calm and reassure her,
as well as reassuring me. They had patience and showed the utmost kindness, so much so that within a few days Mum was quite settled and content.
The home itself is clean, comfortable, bright and welcoming. It really is a shining example of what a care home should be, giving care which is second to none, and giving relatives the reassurance that their loved ones are looked after with care and dignity.
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Review from Stephen C (Son of Resident) published on 24 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A clean and tidy home with excellent, caring staff.
Dad slightly disappointed with the food.
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Review from Ena R (Wife of Resident) published on 23 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with the care provided - the only thing my husband complains about is the lunch time meal.
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Review from P C (Son of Resident) published on 11 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
First impression is more homely than 'care home' with a friendly welcome from the staff. Each room is decorated differently to the others to give a more individual touch for residents.


Good spaces for residents to relax in and various sitting rooms for visitors who prefer more privacy when visiting.


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father has settled in well since moving in, in June 2018.
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Review from Simon E (Son of Resident) published on 5 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am extremely pleased with the quality of care that my mother is receiving.
This care home is first class.
Many thanks to all the staff.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.794)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.794) out of 10 for Little Bramingham Farm is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 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 4.794 for Little Bramingham Farm is calculated as follows: ( (164 Excellents x 5) + (38 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 204 Ratings = 4.794
  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 Little Bramingham Farm is based on 17 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 26 registered maximum number of service users is 5.2, which has been reached with 17 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: 31 Mar 2020

Overall Outstanding

  • Caring Outstanding
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Outstanding
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Outstanding
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Emma Lawrance

Job Title: Manager

We make sure people have as much freedom, independence and choice as possible.


Our residents are encouraged to get involved and make the most of the social opportunities that are on offer. We employ activity co-ordinators who organise a stimulating timetable of activities.


Our team of staff are carefully selected to ensure they offer the best quality of care to our residents. We consider our home a happy place to work and can boast employees who have worked with us for over 20 years, ensuring continuous and familiar support for our residents.

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