Russell Churcher Court

Melrose Gardens, Gosport PO12 3BE
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9.8 56 Reviews
  • Russell Churcher Court, Gosport
Thorngate Living's Russell Churcher Court residential care home was purpose built in 1993. It has plenty of bright communal areas and is set in its own grounds with well maintained tranquil gardens.

The home's 44 modern self-contained flats all have their own front door opening onto a central corridor. Each of the mostly south-facing bed-sitting rooms has a toilet, shower and a small kitchenette with space for a fridge as well as air conditioning.

There's a popular activities programme which residents enjoy if they decide to join in, and delicious home-cooked, nutritious meals. Residents may prepare their own hot drinks if they wish. Thorngate Living encourages all residents to personalise their rooms with small items of their own furniture and belongings to help them feel comfortable and at home.
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Care Provided by Russell Churcher Court

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 44 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

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

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1355 – £1660
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1660

These fees cover all our services while in our care, such as accommodation in our large en-suite rooms, care, laundry, food, heating and lighting, and most activities. They do not cover some special trips, for example garden centres or pantomimes where an entrance fee might apply.


Neither do fees cover specialist services such as opticians, hairdressing or podiatry. They do not cover personal items such as toiletries, or clothing labels. Cable television and broadband is a service increasingly requested by residents and this is available at an extra charge from providers. If you need to visit a hospital for an appointment and your relatives or representatives are not able to provide you with an escort, we can advise you in advance how much we will charge you.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Russell Churcher Court to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Russell Churcher Court to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Funding Types Accepted

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

Contact Russell Churcher Court to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Good to Know

Owner

  • Thorngate Churcher Trust

Person in Charge

  • Fiona Taylor (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2023
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (44)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (43)

Parking

  • Visitor car parking outside the care home.

Russell Churcher Court Reviews (56)

9.8

Russell Churcher Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.842) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Russell Churcher Court has 56 reviews.

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Review from Catherine W (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been in Russell Churcher for almost a year, and the improvement in her general well being and mobility is wonderful. Although she would have preferred to stay in her own home she realised that she needed to move into a care home and what a stroke of luck that Russell Churcher was recommended
to us! The staff are so friendly and caring - she was apprehensive about needing help with personal care, but they have approached it with a caring manner and helped her maintain her dignity. Humour is important to Mum - and there's plenty of that amongst the residents and staff! She seems to have a new zest for life - taking part in the armchair exercise classes, enjoying day trips out, quizzes etc. it's wonderful to see my mum back to her old self.
Reply from Anne Taylor, Chief Executive at Russell Churcher Court
It is wonderful to read about your experience of our home, and I will pass your comments on to our wonderful care, kitchen, housekeeping, activities and admin teams. We try to always remember that the…read more
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Review from Elizabeth R (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has recently become a resident after moving from another care home. After only 3 weeks I see an improvement in her mobility and general interest in life. The management and carers that I have come into contact with have all been excellent, from the process of moving in and then assessment
of my mother's care to the general day-to-day interaction. I feel very confident that my mother is in the best hands.
Reply from Anne Taylor, Chief Executive at Russell Churcher Court
My team and I are bowled over by your wonderful review of Russell Churcher Court, especially your mention of our carers. We are here to provide the best possible care to our residents on our care home…read more
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Review from N G (Son of Resident) published on 20 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The home is always clean.
Staff are always smiling.
Lots of activities going on.
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Review from Stephen W (Son of Resident) published on 15 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been a resident here since September 2020, prior to that she was in sheltered care and was struggling with every day life to the determent of her health. Since she has been at Russell Churcher she has become much happier and at ease, the environment is wonderful, the home is lovely and clean
and bright, the food good and the staff are absolutely wonderful, they all care so much and make you so welcome. We are really glad we got mum into Russell Churcher and can not think of a better residential care home for her. I would like to take this opportunity to say a great big heartfelt thank you to all the staff for making mum so welcome and ensuring she feels at home. I would not hesitate on recommending this care home for anyone's loved one.
Reply from Anne Taylor, Chief Executive at Russell Churcher Court
I can't thank you enough for your review and especially mentioning our wonderful caring staff. Their dedication to the residents and hard work is amazing and I am so grateful for your comments…read more
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Review from Paul D (Son of Resident) published on 26 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has recently become a resident and has taken a few weeks to settle into the home routine. She seems much more relaxed and has substance to her day now after living with Covid on her own for the past year. Having been struck down by a stroke, she really needs the support she is receiving now,
both mentally and physically. The threat of another stroke or TIA cannot be discounted, so to have 24hr support is a great relief to both my brother and I.
From my short visits I am always greeted by smiling faces and a good sense of humour by the staff. Drop in's by the staff are always cheery and caring.
All in all I am glad my mother is being cared for by staff at Russell Churcher Court.
Reply from Anne Taylor, Chief Executive at Russell Churcher Court
Thank you very much for this wonderful review. We are happy that your parent has settled in, and that the staff are making you feel welcome .
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Review from Gail G (Resident) published on 28 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Nice feeling when you go in like you have come home.
Reply from Anne Taylor, Chief Executive at Russell Churcher Court
Thank you so much for taking the time to give us such a lovely review.
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Review from Mark D (Son of Resident) published on 15 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having viewed many care homes, Russell Churcher Court stood out head and shoulders above the rest. Rooms are on par with out of town care homes charging twice the price! When you telephone the staff always pick up and are polite, very well-spoken and obliging - top marks!
Reply from Jo Voysey, Receptionist at Russell Churcher Court
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review, I will pass it on to our teams working today.
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Review from K L (Niece of Resident) published on 20 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Taking my aunty out can prove difficult due to her mobility and dementia, staff listen and help whenever they can. My aunty is well looked after and has formed a good relationship with the staff. The home is very clean and well managed. The staff are friendly and work well as a team. There are plenty
of activities available to the residents. The food menu is varied and choices can be made by the residents. Medication is managed well.
Reply from Anne Taylor, Chief Executive at Russell Churcher Court
Thank you so much for your very generous review. It is very kind of you to take the time to complete a review card and we intend to do our best to continue to look after your aunty.
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Review from Toni H (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been in Russell Churcher Court for almost 12 years, and that says everything. Mum is extremely well looked after by a team of very professional nurses who always have the time to spend with mum; making her comfortable, safe and feeling an important part of the family community at Russell Churcher
Court. I can highly recommend Russell Churcher Court.
Reply from Anne Taylor, Chief Executive at Russell Churcher Court
Thank you so much for taking the time to submit a review. We all really appreciate it. Your mum is an absolute joy and carers often comment how wonderful she is.
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Review from Lindsay (Niece of Resident) published on 5 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunt moved to Gosport to be near family, and to receive the care she needed. She has lived here for over 3 years and is treated with love, care, concern, dignity, and sympathetically every day. Humour is a huge part of my aunt's personality and, thankfully, Russell Churcher Court has taken this on
board fully; everyone there interacts with my aunt fully and they encourage her to enjoy every day. All family and other visitors are made very welcome, part of a larger family. My aunt's changing requirements are paramount to the Court, brought to our attention clearly and thoughtfully, helping us to take step changes in my aunt's welfare and care in our stride, confident that the very best choices are made. Through the pandemic, the level of care and concern has remained exceptional, while keeping love and humour in the equation. As a family, we are so glad to have found the right place for my aunt, and we are truly grateful to everyone at the Court for all the help and support we receive.
Reply from Anne Taylor, Chief Executive at Russell Churcher Court
Thank you so much. We are truly delighted to look after our residents and reading your review gives us all a lift. Thank you again.
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Review from Sarah M (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very pleased with the care my Mum receives from Russell Churcher Court care home. She has been there for four years now, and I wouldn't want her to be anywhere else. There is a happy family atmosphere in this well run care home. She is happy and well cared for by dedicated and truly caring staff.
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Mum feels secure, happy and loved, what more could I as her daughter asks for.
I have given an excellent rating to all questions except value for money. This has no reflection on Russell Churcher, I just think generally the prices charged for all care homes are extortionate.
It's sad to think that people like my parents who have worked hard all their lives never wasting money, and taking pride in buying their home, only to see that all taken away to pay for care. Sadly that's the system.
Reply from Anne Taylor, Chief Executive at Russell Churcher Court
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Sarah. We remain ever hopeful that the Dept of Health and Social Care will come forward with a resolution for social care funding. My best wishes Anne.
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Review from Tom B (Son of Resident) published on 29 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Just wanted to acknowledge what a terrific job all the staff are doing at the care home through these difficult times. Have been to visit my mum 'through the window' this morning. The staff were caring and attentive and clearly knew my mum individually and were positive and supportive.
My mum has been
a resident for over 10 years, the care she has received has been amazing. I have no doubt in saying that she would not be here today had it not been for these good folk. The home is well organised but what strikes me most is the genuine care which the staff demonstrate and their commitment. These guys should definitely be included in the Thursday night cheer!
Reply from Anne Taylor, Chief Executive at Russell Churcher Court
You are very kind, I will pass this onto our teams today. Thank you so much.
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Review from P M (Son of Resident) published on 18 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident in the home for four months now. I have been impressed with the way she has been treated since her arrival and the care she has received to date. The staff are professional and motivated and interact well with residents. The home is well managed and a comprehensive programme
of entertainment and participative events organised throughout the week.
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Review from H E (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From day one mum has felt very very welcome, nothing is too much trouble, mum fits in and it feels like home. She is extremely happy with the decision to go there and sell her home after many many years of living there with my late dad. She has got more confident and looks happier and healthier. I would
like to thank everyone involved for putting my mind at rest so I can sleep better at night too.
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Review from S P (Friend of Resident) published on 9 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff appear very friendly and helpful.
The menus are varied and our friend has said the food is good.
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Review from J F (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum's been here just over a year. She has Alzheimer's. She seems happy and settled. She's put a lot of weight on, which is concerning, but she's well looked after.
Though I am very happy with her care, it would be nice to have more contact about her health issues (as I live away and can't visit
regularly).
I do get some email updates occasionally - but not about her health so much.
I know the home is busy and folk seem lovely, it would be nice to be a bit better informed/updated re mum's health/wellbeing in reality.
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Review from J W (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have always been pleased with the care Mum has, but since a change in staff, we feel big improvements. We are much more informed and included and so many new activities seem to be taking place.
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Review from J H (Friend of Resident) published on 8 April 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Visited friend: Staff friendly and helpful. My friend is happy and on good terms with all the staff and enjoying a visit with therapy dogs. The building is clean and well cared for, with lovely decor and flowers, like a hotel. Nice relaxed atmosphere throughout.
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Review from Audrey H (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has lived at Russell Churcher Court for over three years and both of us are very happy with the care she receives. The purpose of this review, however, is to comment on the wonderful work the Activities team has been doing to make the home a lovely, stimulating and cheerful place to live in.
The corridors are decorated very imaginatively and attractively and the dining room decor changes in line with seasonal celebrations, Christmas, St Valentine's etc.


I attended the Residents' meeting on 29 March. It was a full house with many residents and family members in attendance, all being served tea and home-baked cakes and made to feel welcome and listened to. After a discussion of items on the agenda, we were presented with the new mobile shop which really impressed everyone, it is so prettily decorated like an old fashioned ice-cream cart! It will make shopping a pleasurable experience!


The imagination and enthusiasm of the Activities team really deserve commendation.

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Review from Joseph N (Relative of Resident) published on 17 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having visited this Care Home on a few occasions now, I can confidently say this has to be one of the most caring and compassionate homes I’ve been to. It’s immediately evident from entering the vast grounds, that it’s extremely well looked after with no litter and plenty of greenery.


When you enter

the building, the entrance is secure to safeguard the residents and you’re welcomed by a wonderful receptionist. The courtesy and respect shown to the residents throughout the clean and well-maintained areas is a pleasure to see. It’s clear the staff care about each of the residents and nothing seems to be too much for visitors.


Food served is excellent in variety and served by chefs who, again, show pride and passion in what they do. I was impressed to see the organisation of meal times when I visited, and the time carers took with residents.


Overall, I highly recommend the service and find it caring and very well led. Thank you for treating residents as if they were your loved one.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.842)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.842) out of 10 for Russell Churcher Court 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 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 12 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 4.842 for Russell Churcher Court is calculated as follows: ( (120 Excellents x 5) + (16 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 139 Ratings = 4.842
  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 Russell Churcher Court is based on 12 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 44 registered maximum number of service users is 8.8, which has been reached with 12 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: 16 Apr 2020

Overall Good

  • 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. View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

1 Bed Vacancy

Posted: 10 Oct 2025

Large bright room with en-suite facilities, kitchenette and air conditioning.

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Awards / Recognitions (2)

Meet the Team (2)

Fiona

Fiona Taylor

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2022

Fiona is a qualified nurse who joined the team in November 2022. She is an experienced RM, well-known locally.

Hollie

Hollie Hall

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2023

Hollie is a talented, caring and qualified manager who was previously the compliance and data manager for the Trust.

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