Pine Lodge Care Home

26-32 Key Street, Sittingbourne ME10 1YU
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  • Pine Lodge Care Home, Sittingbourne
Welcome to Pine Lodge Care Home, part of the renowned Eleanor Healthcare Group, serving the community of Sittingbourne, Kent. Pine Lodge is a residential home. With a legacy of compassionate care, Pine Lodge Care Home has been providing exceptional services since its establishment in 1983. As part of the Eleanor Healthcare Group, Pine Lodge embodies the group's commitment to excellence and compassion.

Nestled in the heart of Sittingbourne, Kent, Pine Lodge Care Home is dedicated to providing exceptional care in a warm and welcoming environment. The home's philosophy revolves around promoting independence and treating each resident as a unique individual. Every person living in the home has a personalised plan of care designed around their requirements and preferences, granting them autonomy and choice in their daily routines. Sittingbourne offers a rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty. From the scenic beauty of Milton Creek Country Park to the historic charm of Sittingbourne Heritage Museum, there's something for everyone to explore and enjoy.

As a residential home, Pine Lodge offers comfortable and supportive residential accommodation for individuals seeking long-term stay options in a safe and caring environment. This emphasises the nature of Pine Lodge as a residential facility, providing a clear understanding of the type of care and accommodation available to residents.

Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 59 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

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

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1200 – £1200
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1200 – £1200
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1200 – £1200
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1200 – £1200

Hairdressing, chiropodist and daily papers are not included in fees.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Pine Lodge Care Home 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

  • Maddie (Deputy Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2014

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (45)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (7)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (37)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (7)

Visiting

  • No restrictions on visiting family and friends welcome to attend all activities and events within the home

Parking

  • Parking available

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Pine Lodge Care Home has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.342) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Pine Lodge Care Home has 59 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My visits to Pine Lodge have been pretty good, if I've had any issues I've gone to staff and its been dealt with. Staff have always been polite and all like being in mums company, she makes them laugh. Mum has settled into her new room which I asked for and she been happy.

Reply from Eleanor Healthcare Group, Pine Lodge Team at Pine Lodge Care Home

It's lovely to hear how well your visits have gone and that any concerns have been handled quickly. It really does makes a difference. Your mum brings a real spark to the place, and it's heartwarming to know the staff enjoy being around her. So glad she's settled into her new room and is feeling happy. That kind of peace of mind is priceless.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mum been in Pine Lodge just over a year. In this time there have been a few changes, staffing the main problem. All though times they seemed to be stretched, they managed to get by. Hopefully they seem to be getting over this period.
As care homes go, its very bright, roomy and comforting.
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all polite and interact with residents.

Reply from Eleanor Healthcare Group, Pine Lodge Team at Pine Lodge Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts. It's always reassuring to hear that, even during periods of change, the environment remains warm and the team continues to offer care with kindness and respect. Your feedback means a lot, and it's great to know that the atmosphere feels positive and supportive.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mum had a week's respite this week, and I can't praise the staff enough for making my mum's stay so positive!
Mum was engaged with all daily activities, which helped keep her mentally/physically active.
She was a little anxious initially about the thought of staying, but was made to feel so welcome
and at home by everyone, that by the end of the week, she didn't want to say goodbye to them all!!

Reply from Eleanor Healthcare Group, Pine Lodge Team at Pine Lodge Care Home

Thank you so much for sharing this lovely feedback. It's heartwarming to hear how quickly your mum settled in and how much she enjoyed her stay. Knowing she felt welcomed, engaged, and comfortable really means a lot to us. We'll be sure to pass your kind words along to the whole team - they'll be so pleased to hear them!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Nice facility and friendly staff overall very good.I found the rooms well equipped. Ensuite attached fully accessible. Beautiful garden the residents can access. They have plenty movement around the home.

Reply from Eleanor Healthcare Group, Pine Lodge Team at Pine Lodge Care Home

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts. It really means a lot to know that the atmosphere felt welcoming and that the space felt right. We always try to create a place that feels relaxed and open, where people feel cared for and at ease. It's lovely to hear that came across during your visit.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

In general I am very pleased with the care my husband is receiving; all staff seem extremely caring and considerate of his needs. However, my husband had a cancerous skin legion removed and was due to have the dressing removed and cleaned by the Thursday, but on Friday afternoon it still had not been
done until I mentioned it. There doesn't appear to be enough staff on hand to ensure appropriate care and safeguarding at all times. I also took 15 pairs of socks in which have all gone missing, although I have asked about them on several occasions, he is still without any socks weeks later.

Reply from Eleanor Healthcare Group, Pine Lodge Team at Pine Lodge Care Home

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts with us. We're really sorry to hear about your concerns, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to bring them to our attention. It's always our priority to ensure everyone is cared for with the attention and dignity they deserve, and we're sorry if we've fallen short in any way.We'd really like to speak with you directly to look into what's happened and make sure everything is followed up properly. Someone from the team will be in touch shortly to talk things through with you. Your feedback means a great deal and helps us continue improving the care we give.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having chosen Pine Lodge for my parents I have been extremely happy with the care given so far. The home is always very clean and the staff are excellent. The care given is first class in often trying circumstances. I would have no hesitation in recommending this home to others.

Reply from Eleanor Healthcare Group, Pine Lodge Team at Pine Lodge Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words. It means a great deal to hear that your experience with us has been so positive. We know how important it is to feel reassured when choosing a home for your loved ones, and it's lovely to know that you've felt confident in the care and support your parents are receiving. We'll be sure to share your comments with the team - they'll be so pleased to know their efforts are appreciated.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been at Pine lodge for the past 4 years. The staff are excellent and treat my mother with dignity, respect and are professional at all time this is all staff for Managers to cleaners. There are daily activity's run by the activity Manager. The catering staff always offer tea and coffee
to visitors as well as the residence.
The home has a great atmosphere and every one is made welcome. My mother is truly looked after.

Reply from Eleanor Healthcare Group, Pine Lodge Team at Pine Lodge Care Home

Thank you so much for sharing such heartfelt feedback. It really means a lot to know that the atmosphere we've worked hard to create is coming through in the way your family experiences it. We're so glad to hear that the care and attention your mum receives makes a difference and that you feel supported too. That sense of community and respect is something we truly value, and your kind words remind us why we do what we do every day.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Always made very welcome, offered tea or coffee. Included in any entertainment going on. The staff are very lovely and friendly. Home is clean and comfortable, my Mum is settled and enjoys her time here. As a family of a resident, I can say it's a lovely atmosphere and always made welcome.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum is always happy when we visit. No real issues. The staff are always good to Mum and she loves them.

Reply from Eleanor Healthcare Group, Pine Lodge Team at Pine Lodge Care Home

Thank you for sharing your kind feedback. We're so pleased to hear that your mum is happy and It's wonderful to know that she has a great connection with our team. We truly appreciate your support and are always here to ensure that she continues to feel comfortable and loved. If there's ever anything we can do to make her experience even better, please let us know.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Since my mum went into Pine Lodge I have seen changes within the home for the better, I find the management team very approachable when there have been concerns regarding my mum's personal hygiene, these have been addressed immediately and efficiently. I feel there is scope for improvement regarding
meal times and the food that is served at tea time. Myself and family are pleased with Pine Lodge and my mum has settled in lovely.

Reply from Eleanor Healthcare Group, Pine Lodge Team at Pine Lodge Care Home

Dear Patricia, we are pleased to hear that you've noticed positive changes at Pine Lodge and that your mum has settled in well. We appreciate your suggestions for improvement and your input is invaluable in helping us enhance our services. We will certainly look into making improvements and addressing your concerns. If you have any further concerns or suggestions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank you for choosing Pine Lodge and being part of our family.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The management and staff have been very good in helping my mother-in-law settle into the home. They have addressed all my wife's concerns and resolved the majority. We still have some issues over the monitoring of my mother-in-law's personal hygiene but have reported these to the management and are
confident the situation will be monitored and corrected. The staff all work hard and show a lot of care and empathy towards the residents.

Reply from Eleanor Healthcare Group, Pine Lodge Team at Pine Lodge Care Home

Dear William, Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased to hear that your mother-in-law has settled in well and that we have addressed all concerns. We appreciate your understanding and patience regarding the concern you have raised, and we will ensure it is properly addressed and corrected. Your kind words about our staff's hard work, care, and empathy towards the residents mean a lot to us. We strive to provide the highest level of care and support and your feedback helps us to continuously improve our services. If there is anything more we can do, please do not hesitate to reach out. Thank you for being part of the Pine Lodge family.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Generally good and improving. Staff all always very welcoming when I visit and responsive to any concerns.

Reply from Eleanor Healthcare Group, Pine Lodge Team at Pine Lodge Care Home

Thank you for your positive feedback. It's wonderful to know that our staff is always welcoming and responsive to any concerns you may have as we are committed to maintaining and enhancing our high standards of care. If you have any further suggestions or feedback, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank you for being part of the family.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Some staff could be more caring, but generally staff are excellent. The home has improved so much in the last 6 months, needs seem to be met. The food has improved, things that I have brought to the management's attention all seem to have been addressed and improvements have been made. Maybe personal
care could be improved to a higher level, but in general things are good. It is a very happy care home, I feel residents feel at home here.

Reply from Eleanor Healthcare Group, Pine Lodge Team at Pine Lodge Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. Meeting the needs of our residents and ensuring their happiness is our top priority, and it's encouraging to know that the changes we've implemented have been beneficial. We appreciate your suggestions for further improvement as we are committed to continuously enhancing our services. If you have any further feedback or specific suggestions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank you for being part of the family.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Very pleasant staff who all tend to look after mum's needs, although I don’t think they are very demanding to be fair. The room is always clean and tidy when I have been there (normally twice a week). There seems to be plenty going on for the residents but hard to comment as mum doesn’t seem to take
part in a lot of activities but she is always contented when I visit.

Reply from Pine Lodge Care Home, Manager at Pine Lodge Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate your kind words about our pleasant staff and the cleanliness of the room. Our team strives to ensure that all residents' needs are met, and we're glad to hear that your mum is content when you visit. While we encourage residents to participate in activities, we also respect individual preferences and choices. If there are specific activities your mum would enjoy, please let us know, and we'll do our best to accommodate her interests. Your feedback helps us improve, and we're here to support you and your mum in any way we can.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

When Dad first arrived at Pine Lodge, he was very challenging with his behaviour and aggression, but the staff remained professional and caring. He has never been a social person, however it's lovely to see pictures of him interacting in activities with other residents.
Dad is now settled due to the
hard work, time, and effort put in from the team, which we are truly grateful for.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been in Pine Lodge for a few months now and ever since she got here she has never been happier. All the staff look after her really well and make sure all her needs are met. The activities are fantastic and my mum really enjoys being here. She has struggled to find comfort before now, but
I am so pleased she has got a place at Pine Lodge, as I know she is in the best place she could be.

Reply from Tina Parisi, Registered Manager at Pine Lodge Care Home

Hi, thank you for your kind words, we love having Mum with us and we are so pleased she is happy here.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was at Pine Lodge for almost 2 years. The staff took great care of my mum during her time there. She was always treated with dignity and respect and was so well cared for. Sadly she passed away this year, the staff not only took care of her, they took care of me too when I visited as I live
overseas. Always willing to give me an update on the phone, I cannot say enough good things about the wonderful, warm and caring staff.

Reply from Tina Parisi, Registered Manager at Pine Lodge Care Home

Regina, thank you for your review and it was a pleasure to have your mum at Pine Lodge, she was a lovely lady and she is being missed by all.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum had to go into care during the first lockdown. We chose Pine Lodge at random from online reviews. It turned out to be a great (and lucky) choice. Mum settled in straight away. The room was comfortable, and the care and staff were wonderful. Although Mum didn't join in very much, there were plenty
of activities, and everyone seemed happy. The staff were very caring and seemed genuine to like Mum. She spent her last years in a caring environment. Thank you.

Reply from Tina Parisi, Registered Manager at Pine Lodge Care Home

Thank you for your review and your kind words, it was a pleasure to look after Mum.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father is very happy, and I cannot praise the care he is getting highly enough. He says he only has to ask for something to be done or got for him. My brother and I are so pleased to have been able to find somewhere where he is both settled and happy.

Reply from Eve Fielding, Registered Manager at Pine Lodge Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to complete this review; the staff will be so pleased to receive your feedback.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mum is 93 and now unable to look after herself at home, we looked at care homes and Pune Lodge was friendly and local to us (5 minutes away). This was a hard decision for us but the staff made her very welcomed and she has settled well. We know she is sage and being looked after very well. Thanks
to all at Pine Lodge.

Reply from Eve Fielding, Registered Manager at Pine Lodge Care Home

Thank you for your review we really appreciate your feedback and love looking after mum.

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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.342)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.342) out of 10 for Pine Lodge Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.3 out of 5 from 16 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 4.342 for Pine Lodge Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (88 Excellents x 5) + (79 Goods x 4) + (23 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 190 Ratings = 4.342

  • 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 Pine Lodge Care Home 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 59 registered maximum number of service users is 11.8, 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: 27 Feb 2024

Overall
Requires improvement

  • Caring

    Requires improvement
  • Effective

    Requires improvement
  • Responsive

    Requires improvement
  • Safe

    Requires improvement
  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pine Lodge Care Home

What types of Care is Pine Lodge Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Pine Lodge Care Home have?

There are 45 Single Rooms and 7 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Pine Lodge Care Home?

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 are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Pine Lodge Care Home to the centre of Sittingbourne?

1.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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