Woodlands Park Care Centre

Aylesbury Road, Great Missenden HP16 9LS
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  • Woodlands Park Care Centre, Great Missenden
Welcome to Woodlands Park Care Centre in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire. Located just outside the quiet village of Great Missenden, the team provide expert care for people living with dementia in 24-hour residential care. The home is blessed with a long-serving support team that provides high-quality, person-centred care within a homely environment. They offer long-term, respite and dementia care.

The charming home comprises 27 light and airy bedrooms which are mostly equipped with en-suite facilities. Companion rooms may be available upon request. They encourage residents to furnish their new surroundings with familiar pieces of furniture and personal possessions to make them feel truly at home. While bedrooms provide a tranquil area to rest and relax, the bright and attractive communal day rooms offer residents the opportunity to catch up with friends over a pot of tea, enjoy one of the guest entertainers or simply recline in front of their favourite films. The day rooms offer serene views across the well-maintained gardens and the Chiltern Hills.

At Woodlands Park, residents are encouraged to take part in a range of engaging activities based on their lifestyle needs and preferences. Many activities take place within the home environment and include garden parties, barbecues, arts/crafts and quiz nights. The team empower individuals to enjoy those everyday routines they cherish, whether that’s having a salon blow-dry and manicure or keeping up to date with their favourite sports. All are encouraged and available. As well as being encouraged to enjoy the home's magnificent landscaped gardens, residents also enjoy regular days out and seasonal trips further afield.

The professional catering team deliver nutritionally balanced meals that are appealing to residents. Their professional food suppliers deliver high-quality food designed specifically for the healthcare sector.

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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

  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 35 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Lift
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1650
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1650

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Woodlands Park Care Centre 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

  • Marie Shouler (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (19)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (8)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (18)

Woodlands Park Care Centre Reviews (49)

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Woodlands Park Care Centre has a Review Score of 10 (9.966) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Woodlands Park Care Centre has 49 reviews.

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Review from Edward M (Son of Resident) published on 2 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This was the first time we have used a respite service and it was heartbreaking leaving my mother for a week while I went away for a week. However, I didn’t realise how beneficial putting her in for a week would be. This home was excellent. The manager was outstanding. She invited us to come along to
a fate they were having for the Jubilee so we could get a feel of the place. I was greeted with a warm friendly smile not just by the manager but all members of staff. We got shown around the home and felt right at ease. She was compassionate and understanding as it was really hard to leave Mum there for a week but she reassured me that she would be very well looked after, which she was. On the first day of Mum's stay they picked up that Mum had a urine infection which I had missed and treated her for it straight away and when I came back from my week away my mum was like a different person. Her mood swings had stopped and she was generally happier. I will definitely use this service again.

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Review from Judyth M (Wife of Resident) published on 23 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has been at Woodlands Park Care Home for nearly two years, in that time he has always been happy, very clean and treated with dignity. His needs are changing dramatically but the care given is wonderful, he is fed nutritious thickened food and his carers are gentle with him. He never smells
and he looks very clean and in his own clothes. The staff have coped well during the Covid outbreak, we could FaceTime him. When we could visit again we were given the necessary masks, visors, gloves and aprons. There is always something going on for the residents, they have an excellent activity program, decorations most weeks to celebrate public holidays. I cannot praise the staff enough for the care of their residents and the care I have had too in times when I need a shoulder to lean on.

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Review from P L (Son of Resident) published on 1 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I and all the family and friends are so grateful and appreciative of all you at Woodlands Park have done for us and her, looking after Mum these last ten or so years. Everything we could hope for with Mum's care has been there and more and so many caring people working there had made the sadness and
concern of Mum's condition so much easier to deal with. We will all be forever appreciative of all you have done thank you.

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Review from Debbie E (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad has only just moved into Woodlands Park but from the initial home visit assessment to his transition into the home and to contact with the wonderful staff. Since he moved in our family experience has been amazing.

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Review from Susan C (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been at Woodlands for over a year now, and my experience has been only positive. The staff are excellent, very caring and are committed to the care of the residents. They really are like a family and always happy to address any questions or concerns I may have. I am so glad we chose Woodlands
Park for my mother.

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Review from Patricia N (Sister of Resident) published on 11 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have always been impressed with the care and concern shown to each resident. I have known Woodlands for many years but following the care taken for my sister in law (who I have known for over 60 years) who suddenly needed expert care, was exemplary. As a family, we are so grateful.

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Review from J M (Niece of Resident) published on 22 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

On the occasions I have visited my relative when it has been possible, I have found him to look well cared for in every aspect regarding his appearance, where he sleeps and eats. I know they do a lot of entertaining; the patients seem to enjoy. Even in lockdown, I have been told they are still carrying
on with activities. The staff are always very pleasant to me and very informative on how he is eating etc. The house itself is situated on a hillside and so lovely to see farming land.

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Review from Anne M (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Well myself and my sister have been delighted with the level of care and support and tenderness that our father has received over the past two and a half years. Nothing is too much for the carers; a favourite carer was chosen to accompany him to his hospital appointment. When we arrive to visit we
are always welcomed and the staff keep us up to date with what has been happening to him. They know a lot about his background and often refer to it which makes their care feel very personal.
During the Covid crisis they have surpassed themselves. I imagine many of the staff feel scared for their own health and that of their loved ones, but they never show this. Quite the reverse, they are cheerful and positive and focused on what they can do to keep us in touch with our loved ones. They call us regularly with our dad on facetime so that we don't lose touch. They have done all they could do, it seems to us, to minimise the impact of the few cases they sadly have had. Well done all.

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Review from Debbie W (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 5 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I would just like to say that when my father-in-law was at his own home it was a very stressful time for the family. When he was taken to the Woodlands it was hard at first to adjust for him especially. But as time went by my father-in-law settled down and was very happy in his new environment. I am
very happy knowing that he is safe and well looked after and cared for. With the present situation (COVID19) I can't stress enough how I appreciate what the amazing members of staff have done and continue doing not just for my father-in-law but for all residents. The fact that I know they are all giving the care and attention they need and most importantly giving the love and comfort I can't give at this time. I have been in contact regularly and the staff have always been brilliant. They have all put their own lives as well as their families at risk to look after the residents. I can't imagine how hard it's been and still is for them all. I thank them all so much for everything they do.

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Review from Carole P (Wife of Resident) published on 5 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband is a patient at Woodlands Hall. The house is set at the top of a hill with magnificent views over the Chiltern Hills. There is a garden for outdoor activities. We look forward to the summer BBQ and the summertime activities. There is also a range of activity which are always eagerly anticipated.
A local vicar comes once a week and sleep is forgotten as the residents roar out the songs of the 2 world wars. We also have an Opera singer who sings like an angel and many more. The food is very inviting, something like a picture.
The staff are first-class, always ready to help.
Should I need to go in to care Woodlands wood be my first choice.

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Review from Susie P (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care that my mother has received from Woodlands Park has always been second to none but they have risen in my estimation with how brilliantly they have managed throughout the COVID-19 crisis. I cannot thank them enough, particularly as I have not been able to see my mother, but rest assured that
she is in safe hands.

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Review from Gary P (Nephew of Resident) published on 4 June 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My aunt has been a resident at Woodlands Park Care Centre for over two years, and the effect of this excellent, caring, highly-professional environment has had on her has been transformational. Apart from the beauty and elegance of the house and its surroundings, it is obvious that the management and
staff genuinely care about the residents and their welfare, and have created a warm, friendly and stimulating community that clearly has a very positive impact on the residents' sense of emotional security. At the time I write this, the UK is still in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, and yet the thorough and professional standards that are evident at Woodlands Park have ensured that no resident has been lost to the virus, and that almost all have been protected from infection, which is an outstanding achievement. My aunt is very well looked-after, and it is a great relief to me to see how happy she is when I visit her. I wholeheartedly recommend this outstanding establishment.

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Review from D W (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father's time was short at Woodlands Park but the staff were very supportive during his time there. They treated him with dignity and respect.

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Review from S R (Wife of Resident) published on 17 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

During the ten months or so that my dear husband has been at Woodlands, I can only express complimentary things to say. Without exception, every person connected with this care home has been so very kind and caring, fun-loving and always cheerful in their daily care. Alzheimer's is a difficult illness
but my husband was always shown great patience and understanding. In a nutshell, all staff at Woodlands are pretty remarkable people and myself and family send our sincere good wishes to each and every one.

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Review from C C (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Well run, happy care home. Residents treated with dignity and very caring staff and management. Activities for residents with varying abilities are excellent. Excellent meals provided with choice. Highly recommend.

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Review from G B (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Woodlands Park has a very relaxed manner. Its staff are reliable, kind and caring and hence my mother is very happy here. I cannot recommend it more highly. Everyone works very hard to maintain a good standard of environment and relationships with the residents.

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Review from O D (Son of Resident) published on 23 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A brilliant facility with highly committed staff - demonstrating expert care, patience and understanding, not just with the residents, but also the relatives.

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Review from J C (Friend of Resident) published on 22 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everyone is t4reated like family, the staff are absolutely brilliant, the food is lovely, and all activities are so good. The management are brilliant with staff and older people also visitors, they make you feel so welcome. I personally would recommend this place to everyone.

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Review from M J (Husband of Resident) published on 16 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My views are focused on the care and safety provided.

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Review from C H (Sister of Resident) published on 14 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff at Woodlands Park always have time for us as well as giving kind and patient care to my sister. The schedule of activities always stimulated and encourage my sister and made her very happy. Sadly, illness took her last week but her final days were not alone as staff attended her and comforted
her in all ways, constantly - even putting Christmas decorations in her room as she knew she might not be better by then. My sister was cared for with kindness and love as well as staff being expertly professional until the end.

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.966)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.966) out of 10 for Woodlands Park Care Centre is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 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 4.966 for Woodlands Park Care Centre is calculated as follows: ( (170 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 176 Ratings = 4.966

  • 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 Woodlands Park Care Centre 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 35 registered maximum number of service users is 7, 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.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 14 Aug 2024

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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Marie

Marie Shouler

Job Title: Centre Manager

Joined: 2008

I have been working in the Health Care Sector for over 30 years, 17 of these as Centre Manager at Woodlands Park Care Centre. I pride myself on being compassionate, dedicated, having a sense of humour and taking pride in everything I do. I love working at Woodlands Park and appreciate the value we add to the lives of those in our care. I believe the standard of care we provide is great, but I am always seeking to add value to our residents’ wellbeing and daily life at Woodlands Park.

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