Hardwick Dene is located in the quiet village of Buckden and was built in the 1920s as an Edwardian country residence. The home itself is set on spacious grounds with local wildlife adding to its character.
They pride themselves on their excellent facilities and activities programme including partnerships with local community groups, such as the church and schools. Their minibus allows them to take residents out to enjoy trips to the...
Hardwick Dene is located in the quiet village of Buckden and was built in the 1920s as an Edwardian country residence. The home itself is set on spacious grounds with local wildlife adding to its character.
They pride themselves on their excellent facilities and activities programme including partnerships with local community groups, such as the church and schools. Their minibus allows them to take residents out to enjoy trips to the garden centre, museums, seaside and many other places.
They have weekly music, exercise, dance classes, quizzes, word games, baking and arts and crafts clubs.
Every Wednesday they have a care home experience day, which allows vulnerable people in the local community who may be considering moving into a care home in the near future the chance to come into the home, have lunch, enjoy the entertainment and form friendships with residents and meet the staff.
There is a very experienced care team who really understands the needs of residents. Great attention is given to care planning so that all residents are cared for in a way that they still maintain their independence and dignity.
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Hardwick Dene has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.801) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hardwick Dene has 50 reviews.
we feel mum is being provided with excellent care, especially at the moment as she dealing with various illnesses. The activities put on by the home is excellent with a variety to meet needs/interests. Mum has her hair done frequently which is always a bonus. Management is approachable and is...
we feel mum is being provided with excellent care, especially at the moment as she dealing with various illnesses. The activities put on by the home is excellent with a variety to meet needs/interests. Mum has her hair done frequently which is always a bonus. Management is approachable and is always welcoming when we visit and they are always ready to answer any questions that we have.
Reassured Mum is cared for and...
Reassured Mum is cared for and kept safe everyday & night.
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All...
All residents are encouraged daily in activities to join in which keeps them occupied and happy
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Mum has been a resident at HD for 6 months & in all that time she been very content & settled. All the staff have a good rapport with the residents. They are all friendly & patient & the level of care provided is excellent. Communication is strong & HD always keep us updated & discuss any changes...
Mum has been a resident at HD for 6 months & in all that time she been very content & settled. All the staff have a good rapport with the residents. They are all friendly & patient & the level of care provided is excellent. Communication is strong & HD always keep us updated & discuss any changes in Mum's condition with their priority being Mum's health, welfare & engagement as a resident. As Mum's needs have changed, they have also been anticipated & quickly accommodated.
On visiting HD it's always a friendly & welcoming atmosphere & we have been impressed by the range of arranged activities from weekly live music, quizzes, baking, crafts, gardening to visiting goats & ponies.
Dad was also at HD for a month before passing. HD were happy to provide End of Life care with the support of the District Nurse & we couldn't fault the way in which they cared for him in his last few days with compassion and empathy.
As a family it is reassuring to know Mum is safe & well cared for.
Thank you for your kind words, I will pass them on to the team. It is our pleasure to look after your Mum as it was your Dad for a short period of time.
I have never felt unwelcomed or that my mother even with her dementia patronising or unwilling to help.
I have never felt unwelcomed or that my mother even with her dementia patronising or unwilling to help.
Thank you for your kind review. I shall pass on your comments to the staff.
Mum has been at Hardwick Dene since May 2023. This is a lovely care home, it has a relaxed, happy, family warmth to it. Mums needs have changed over the years and adjustments made accordingly. The staff are amazing, they are friendly, caring and fun around the residents. The food is all home...
Mum has been at Hardwick Dene since May 2023. This is a lovely care home, it has a relaxed, happy, family warmth to it. Mums needs have changed over the years and adjustments made accordingly. The staff are amazing, they are friendly, caring and fun around the residents. The food is all home cooked, there are options and the presentation is adjusted according to the residents changing needs. There is always entertainment including lots of singalongs which mum likes. The staff are always available to have a chat if you have questions and keep you informed as when things come up. I am very happy with the care mum receives and highly recommend this care home.
Thank you so much for such wonderful comments. I will pass those on to the whole team.
My mum has been at the care home since January 2025, after being discharged from hospital when her needs could no longer be met in the community. She has settled in really well and is clearly very well looked after. The staff are friendly, supportive, and always welcoming. There are plenty of...
My mum has been at the care home since January 2025, after being discharged from hospital when her needs could no longer be met in the community. She has settled in really well and is clearly very well looked after. The staff are friendly, supportive, and always welcoming. There are plenty of activities available, and it's lovely to see her getting involved and enjoying them. Overall, we're very happy with the care she's receiving.
Thank you very much for your kind words, I will pass them on to all the staff. It our pleasure to have your Mum here with us.
Mum has been a resident at Hardwick Dene for a number of years and we have always been thoroughly delighted with the kind, holistic care that is given to her on a daily basis. More recently, mums needs have changed quite dramatically which has been difficult to witness, but the response by the...
Mum has been a resident at Hardwick Dene for a number of years and we have always been thoroughly delighted with the kind, holistic care that is given to her on a daily basis. More recently, mums needs have changed quite dramatically which has been difficult to witness, but the response by the Hardwick Dene staff to review, respond and meet her new needs is an enormous comfort to me. The upbeat, cheery, positive nature of the staff who help mum with her daily personal care and well being is heart warming, as her dignity is always preserved and humour challenged! I have peace of mind knowing that Hardwick Dene's communication is excellent to keep me informed and likewise I can make requests which are always actioned. The upkeep and cleanliness of mums room is also worth noting and celebrating. Thank you Hardwick Dene!
It is our pleasure to care for your Mum. Thank you for your kind words, they will be passed on to the staff.
Since moving into Hardwick Dene, my mother has been very well cared for and is far more content than she has ever been since my father died six years ago. My mother's room and the communal spaces are always clean and tidy. The staff pull out all the stops to ensure that the residents are safe and...
Since moving into Hardwick Dene, my mother has been very well cared for and is far more content than she has ever been since my father died six years ago. My mother's room and the communal spaces are always clean and tidy. The staff pull out all the stops to ensure that the residents are safe and content at all times. There are a broad range of one-off and regular activities at the home (e.g., quizzes, musical performances, cookery classes, visiting zoos, exercise classes, events in the tranquil grounds) and residents have ample opportunity to partake in preening sessions (e.g., manicure, pedicure, hair-dressing). The standard and the variety of the meals served to the residents is excellent, and the tea trolley comes around regularly - much to everyone's delight. It's very obvious that the staff get a lot of pleasure from their work. I enjoy visiting my mother and interacting with the staff and the other residents, there's never a dull moment!
Thank you so much for your very kind words, I will pass them on to the whole team. It is a pleasure to have your Mum with us.
I know that my elderly father receives the best of care at Hardwick Dene. The staff are friendly, kind and attentive to his needs and there's excellent communication from them to me regarding his well being.
I know that my elderly father receives the best of care at Hardwick Dene. The staff are friendly, kind and attentive to his needs and there's excellent communication from them to me regarding his well being.
We really appreciate your lovely comments, it's very kind, thank you.
Mum has been a resident since 2019 and her Alzheimer's progression means her needs have changed over that time, but throughout she has been treated with care, respect and dignity. She still gains great enjoyment from all of the activities that go on during the week and the staff always try and get...
Mum has been a resident since 2019 and her Alzheimer's progression means her needs have changed over that time, but throughout she has been treated with care, respect and dignity. She still gains great enjoyment from all of the activities that go on during the week and the staff always try and get everyone involved. As a family, we are always made to feel welcome when we visit and are thoughtfully consulted on Mum's ongoing care. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Hardwick Dene.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It is a pleasure to care for your mum.
I wanted to write a review on the fabulous care that my Mum receives from Hardwicke Dene. The care she gets on a daily basis, I know she can be difficult at times, but ALL the staff at the home go above and beyond their duties and make sure Mum is taken care of. Dementia is such a horrible disease...
But Hardwicke Dene you can rest assured will care for your relative in every way possible and would recommend them to anyone when that time comes.
We really appreciate such kind comments and I will certainly share them with all the staff here.
My mum has been at Hardwick Dene for over a year now. She has Alzheimer's which is slowly progressing. The staff are so patient and supportive of her needs. There are daily activities morning and afternoon. Lots going on out in the garden in the summer months. The residents are always encouraged to...
I would recommend this care home to anyone over all the others.
That is so kind of you to write such a lovely review of our home. Thank you.
When mum went into hospital and was then taken to the care home as we could not meet her needs any longer, it was obviously a worrying time for us all particularly as we hadn't viewed the care home. When we arrived to take mums belongings and check she was ok we was instantly uplifted by the warm...
When mum went into hospital and was then taken to the care home as we could not meet her needs any longer, it was obviously a worrying time for us all particularly as we hadn't viewed the care home. When we arrived to take mums belongings and check she was ok we was instantly uplifted by the warm welcome it was really comforting to know that mum was being looked after by warm and caring people. Mum is very happy the staff always encourage her to mix and she has made friends and is doing really well, so much so that she looks much healthier and happier than before she went there. The staff keep us informed about everything and we are very happy with Hardwick Dene.
We are so pleased that your mum has settled in so quickly and that you are happy with everything we are doing. Thank you so much for your comments.
Both my mum and dad have been in Hardwick Dene in the last few years. Staff have always been kind and helpful to my parents but also to us as visitors. Very happy with the care they've both received over the years.
Both my mum and dad have been in Hardwick Dene in the last few years. Staff have always been kind and helpful to my parents but also to us as visitors. Very happy with the care they've both received over the years.
We really appreciate your amazing comments. Thank you.
They have looked after our Mum as her needs have evolved, with plenty of activities when she was capable of them, transitioning to increased care as this has been needed.
They have looked after our Mum as her needs have evolved, with plenty of activities when she was capable of them, transitioning to increased care as this has been needed.
Thank you so much for your kind comments, I will pass them on to the team.
Mum receives the care she needs, this has increased over time. She has a lovely...
I am happy with the care Mum receives at Hardwick Dene.
Thank you for your kind review. I shall pass your comments on to the staff.
My Dad is non-verbal due to his dementia but I can tell how much he likes the staff and appreciates all they do for him. He has not been too well recently but the...
All in all a lovely care home where residents and their families feel part of everything.
Thank you for your kind comments. It is our pleasure to have your dad with us.
All of the staff are welcoming and friendly whenever I visit Mum, and nothing is...
I am confident in the knowledge that Mum is receiving the best care possible at Hardwick Dene.
Thank you very much for your kind comments; I will pass them on to the whole team.
Visiting isn't...
Too close to all management, office staff, carers and absolutely everyone employed by Hardwick Dene in Buckden - we are very happy with, and long may this high-quality care reign.
Thank you very much for your kind words. It is our pleasure to care for your aunt.
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Hi, I'm Karrie and I have been in the care industry since 2009 and I have been at Hardwick Dene since 2015.
I have been here at Hardwick Dene since 2014
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
There are 50 Single Rooms.
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
4.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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