Blair Park Care Home

2 Beechwood Avenue, Crown Road, Milton Regis, Sittingbourne ME10 2AL
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  • Blair Park Care Home, Sittingbourne
Blair Park Care Home is located in Sittingbourne and was formerly used as a doctor's surgery before it was sympathetically converted into a care home for older people.

The home provides residential, dementia and respite care for up to 43 residents and are able to accommodate funded as well as private clients.

Blair Park Care Home has an extensive variation of accommodation from a standard bedroom to a large en-suite bedroom, as well as large double rooms for married couples.

The home benefits from a lovely, bright conservatory which overlooks the back gardens and a spacious dining room where meals are an important social aspect.

Professional bodies across a variety of areas visit the home, including the district nurse and chiropodist. A hairdresser also makes use of the well-equipped salon to meet individual needs on a regular basis.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 40 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Funding Types Accepted

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

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Louise Stocker (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Registered for 24 EMI, 21 Residential
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2024

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (36)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (7)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (1)

Visiting

  • Blair Park welcomes visitors at anytime, however please ask if visiting after 8pm call first and if possible to avoid meal times.

Parking

  • Parking is available in the car park and street.

Blair Park Care Home Reviews (47)

9.9

Blair Park Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.903) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Blair Park Care Home has 47 reviews.

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Review from P F (Son of Resident) published on 14 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The residents at Blair Park are respected as individuals and are treated with dignity. All the care staff go way beyond with their kind and caring attitude towards the residents. There is a range of activities that the home organises and the food is well presented, appetising and my Dads room is clean,
warm and homely. Thank you all for everything you do.
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Review from Andy W (Son of Resident) published on 13 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very impressed with the care my mother is getting at Blair Park Care Home. The staff are very caring and during lockdown kept me informed on how she was doing which was very reassuring to me. When I’ve visited Blair Park I’ve found the living and communal areas to be clean and the food is good
with there being a choice of what to eat. I’d have no hesitation in recommending them.
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Review from J W (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are kind caring and have a good rapport with my Dad. The staff have done a great job managing through Covid with facilitating garden visits and phone calls to make sure I can see and stay in touch with my Dad for which I am very grateful for. When I visit Blair Park Care Home it has a very
homely feel to it and has always been clean and tidy. Thank you all for the great work you do.
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Review from Collin S (Son of Resident) published on 17 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Blair Park is a lovely care home and has looked after my father remarkably well. The staff and management are caring, approachable and are good at letting me know if there are any problems with my father's health. The food is wholesome and there is a lovely garden area which my father enjoys spending
time in during the warmer months. For anyone looking for a care home, I would highly recommend Blair Park.
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Review from B N (Son of Resident) published on 30 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care my father is getting at Blair Park care home is very good. It’s not been easy over the last year due to the pandemic, however, I am happy knowing that my father has been so well cared for during these tricky times and the staff have taken the time to inform me on how my father's wellbeing is.
There is wi-fi which has given me the chance to video call my father to see how he is doing. The home is bright, spacious, well maintained and clean. Thank you.
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Review from Susan (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister and I have nothing but praise for Blair Park. We were so pleased that the Home turned out to be everything we wanted and our mum has been so happy there during the last year. The manager and her staff are the most wonderful people; always kind, caring and loving, and nothing seems to be too
much bother for them. Mum was always clean and well-fed; there were always people to talk to, and she loved to talk! someone to help her and encourage her to take part in activities she hadn't been able to enjoy for many years.
I cannot fault Blair Park in any way. This past year has been such a struggle for everybody and we are full of admiration for the way all the staff has maintained such a warm and safe atmosphere for such a long time.
Thank you so much, to the manager and everyone for the love you gave to mum. We are so grateful.
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Review from Susan B (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have no words to express my gratitude to all at Blair Care. They took such great care of my Mum. Everyone is so polite, so helpful, so kind, the list of adjectives can go on forever. This is one of the best places and I highly recommend anyone who would like to keep their loved ones in these Angels
Care. Truly during this pandemic, everyone at Blair Care had so much time, patience and support to lend to the aged. Thank you all. Much love and regards to these wonder-workers. God bless you and all your families.
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Review from J A (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care Blair Park give is second to none. I always receive a warm welcome from the care team and the staff always have time for the residents and their families, I can't fault them. The home is very well organised and there is usually some sort of activity taking place, whether its an entertainer,
artists and crafts or a trips out. The home is kept clean, safe and the food is varied, of a high standard and snacks and drinks are available at all times.
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Review from A D (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
For the 3 years that my Mum was resident in Blair Park she only ever received the best care, until her illness, which caused her difficulties she was very happy. She was always treated with great respect and the family welcomed when visiting.
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Review from J S (Niece of Resident) published on 30 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister and I chose this home for our 97 year old aunt, as we felt it had such a homely and welcoming atmosphere. We are so impressed with the way our aunt is looked after by the wonderful, kind and caring staff. Although she was reluctant to leave her flat, our aunt has thrived in this home and seems
so much happier. There are activities and entertainment to stimulate and enjoy, as well as lots of little treats - chocolate bars, fruit or ice cream in the afternoon. We would not hesitate to recommend this outstanding care home.
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Review from R G (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 10 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care of my Grandad was exceptional, from the day he moved in until he recently passed away. The staff are amazing. He was so well looked after and we are especially grateful for the care and attention in his final days and hours. Thank you for giving us peace of mind.
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Review from R F (Brother of Resident) published on 2 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Blair Park are dedicated and personable. My sister is in good hands, she is treated with respect and professionalism. The premises are well maintained and clean. Each resident is treated as an individual with careful care.
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Review from K B (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother lived here for the last 3 years of her life. All the staff treated her with dignity and respect and they went out of their way particularly for the last 6 months of her life. I cannot thank them enough for their support.
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Review from S R (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
After a very difficult decision to put mum in a care home. As a family, we cannot praise Blair Park enough. The care mum has received and the support we have had has been excellent. The staff are warm, caring and nothing is too much trouble. There is always a lovely atmosphere when we go and visit.
We as a family couldn't be happier.
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Review from S C (Son of Resident) published on 23 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a family, we are more than happy with the level of care shown to my mother. The staff are friendly and caring. My mother is happy and well looked after and a difficult decision has proven to be the right decision.
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Review from Chris S (Son of Resident) published on 28 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We visited a number of care homes before choosing Blair Park. We were struck with the warm feeling you got when entering. The staff are excellent, caring and friendly. Nothing seems to be too much trouble for any of them. There is a wonderful feeling of happiness in the home.
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Review from John C (Son of Resident) published on 4 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum suffers from dementia and needs twenty-four-hour care.
We looked at several homes in the area but settled on Blair Park.
It was so homely when we walked in.
We found the staff so caring and helpful.
Such a lovely atmosphere and mum settled in so well and is very happy there.
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Review from Tess S (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was so anxious about Mum going into care but from day one, the manager and staff have helped me to come to terms with the fact I couldn't cope any longer with Mums needs.
The home is a proper home, the staff are welcoming and nothing is too much trouble.
Mum is happy with company all day and care
overnight, the food looks very nice and the clients are happy. That's all I wanted, my mum to be cared for and happy after a life devoted to others.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you do and if I need care in the future I hope you're there for me.
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Review from A I (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Since my mother went into Blair Park all the family have been impressed with the care she has received. We are particularly impressed with the level of care given by all the staff. We are impressed with the staff involving the residents in many activities. Our queries and questions are always attended
to and acted on where needed. The family feel totally confident that Blair Park will look after mother to a high standard which is such a comfort to us all. Mother likes her room, the food, activities and above all, the staff.
We have recommended Blair Park to others and will continue to do so.
Reply from Cem Osman, PA to HV at Blair Park Care Home

Rooms: Bedrooms are predominantly single, some en-suite. We have a only a few shared to accommodate married couples, sisters or indeed those that choose to have company. Clients are encouraged to personalise their rooms with their families support. All rooms have nice furniture and bright curtains, tv's if they choose as well.


Facilities: We have a lovely open plan ground floor socialising area which consists of 2 large lounges both with televisions and music facilities. Very bright and spacious. There is a large open plan dining room between these 2 lounges and the communal areas gives a spacious feel through out allowing our clients to walk around independently. Plenty of toilet and wet room facilities. We have a large enclosed back garden and a smaller courtyard garden off one of our lounges. This is a popular area for having afternoon teas and ice creams and often activities outside in the fresh air for those that choose to participate. We have 2 activities coordinators that undertake activities of various options.


Cleanliness: We have a full crew of house keeping team on every day. They undertake cleaning every day and have weekly and monthly deep cleans to all areas. the home audits regularly as well to ensure all clean and to the standard we expect from our staff for a nice clean environment.


Value for money: The clients are asked in residents circle meetings and on one to ones about their thoughts with regards to meals, living environment, activities.

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Review from Maria L (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We feel very satisfied with the care and attention my mother receives from the home and the friendliness of the staff.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.903)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.903) out of 10 for Blair Park Care Home 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 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 4.903 for Blair Park Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (130 Excellents x 5) + (14 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 144 Ratings = 4.903
  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 Blair Park Care Home 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 40 registered maximum number of service users is 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: 19 Jun 2024

Overall Good

  • Caring Requires improvement
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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