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Combining quality care with excellent support and advice for individuals and their families, the service hopes to have a positive impact upon all those affected by dementia, as well as effectively safeguarding residents from any health and security issues.
Bramble House accepts both Privately funded...
Bramble House is a specialist dementia care home, carrying out person-centred care packages based on independent living and an active lifestyle, within a modern and homely accommodation.
Combining quality care with excellent support and advice for individuals and their families, the service hopes to have a positive impact upon all those affected by dementia, as well as effectively safeguarding residents from any health and security issues.
Bramble House accepts both Privately funded and Gloucester County Council funded clients.
An innovative approach to dementia care includes group living and themed areas, colour coding of areas to aid recognition and to promote independence, memory boxes and personalised 'front doors'. The home also boasts pleasant surroundings with three large garden areas and strong links with the community and related health professionals.
Bramble House offers long term placements, respite care including emergency respite care, a hot meals on wheels service and also day care (7 days a week) for individuals with dementia.
Care Provided by Bramble House
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 29 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
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Bramble House accepts privately funded and council funded placements. Fees are calculated on the basis of the needs of each individual and it is recommended that you contact the Home to discuss your needs and the fee structure
Included in fees will be the care and support on a day-to-day basis as agreed in the initial assessment. Anything over and above that support - is subject to a supplementary charge, for example, 1-2-1 support when this has not been agreed by the fee payer. An individual's room, meals and some activities are also included.
Usually outside of the standard fees are hairdressing, chiropody, daily newspapers, taxis, escort duties, some trips out and toiletries.
A full list of what is included is available from the Home.
Contact Bramble House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Owner
- Forestglade Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Clare Chircop (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (26)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
Visiting
- Bramble House is happy for visiting at any time, although does request that anyone intending to visit after 8pm calls the home first. If a specific reason for the visit, i.e. a birthday or family celebration and are likely to be a few people visiting at the same time, please let the Home know so that they can arrange a suitable space for you - and tea/coffee etc if required. The Home does not have any pets due to allergies of some residents, however, if you have a pet that you would like to bring in to visit, this may be possible, please let the Home know in advance.
Parking
- Ample parking on the forecourt at the front of Bramble House and also on-street parking nearby without any charges.
Bramble House Reviews (7)
Bramble House has a Review Score of 8.4 (8.406) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bramble House has 7 reviews.
My dearest auntie is here, and i must say, the care she receives is absolutely incredible and very much appreciated and i can honestly say that i feel as though she is the safest and happiest shes been and im ever so greatful!!! Thank you Bramble House!
My dearest auntie is here, and i must say, the care she receives is absolutely incredible and very much appreciated and i can honestly say that i feel as though she is the safest and happiest shes been and im ever so greatful!!! Thank you Bramble House!
Dear Chelsea, thank you so much for your kind words, they are very much appreciated. I will tell the team.
I can't speak highly enough about Bramble House and the incredible team who cared for my Mum over the past 4.5 years. It truly became a safe haven for her, a place where she was not only looked after with professionalism but also with genuine kindness, love and compassion. The staff are dedicated,...
I can't speak highly enough about Bramble House and the incredible team who cared for my Mum over the past 4.5 years. It truly became a safe haven for her, a place where she was not only looked after with professionalism but also with genuine kindness, love and compassion. The staff are dedicated, patient, warm and go above and beyond to make each resident feel valued and respected. It's clear that the carers aren't just doing a job, they genuinely care for others, which shows in everything they do. The home is thoughtfully managed, with an emphasis on dignity, safety and support for their residents. They are approachable, communicative and responsive, giving families peace of mind. My Mum loved it here, and I loved visiting too, becoming part of their big family. Even around her passing we were fully supported, with the professionals, management and the carers ensuring Mum had a dignified passing. A huge thank you to all who manage and work at Bramble, you are truly amazing people.
Thank you for your kind words Paula, this recognition is so appreciated and will be passed on to the team and we feel the same way, you are part of the Bramble family and you are always welcome.
To the staff at Bramble House Care Home. words cannot describe how grateful I am, for the care you administered to my dad. You extended love to him, you understood him and gave him the space and time to be himself. Dad was treated with the utmost care and kindness especially towards the end of his...
To the staff at Bramble House Care Home. words cannot describe how grateful I am, for the care you administered to my dad. You extended love to him, you understood him and gave him the space and time to be himself. Dad was treated with the utmost care and kindness especially towards the end of his life. I really appreciated all the efforts of the staff to keep dad as comfortable as possible. When dad became a resident at Brambles in 2022, I had cause to point out a few issues, which were all addressed and acted upon. I then saw dad had settled in and was now happy. The staff were absolutely amazing, even when short staffed, they were happy, caring and friendly to my dad and the other residents. In the last days and hours of dad's life the staff at Brambles took their level of care to another level. Even family and friends who came to visit my dad commented on how impressed they were with the level of service and care they saw for themselves, the staff couldn't do enough for dad.
Thank you J for your kind words, we are so happy that we were able to help you and your Dad. You are very welcome.
Thank you.
Thank you.
My husband has settled in very well and gets on well with the staff and enjoys the entertainments. I now have peace of...
My husband has settled in very well and gets on well with the staff and enjoys the entertainments. I now have peace of mind.
Thank you for your comments, I will share with staff team.
My review may be described by some as "Over the top" but my mother is more than content with the general surroundings and with her personal bedroom - which leads me to say to all the staff at Bramble, many many thanks!
My review may be described by some as "Over the top" but my mother is more than content with the general surroundings and with her personal bedroom - which leads me to say to all the staff at Bramble, many many thanks!
Thank you kindly for your review, I will pass this over to the staff team.
We cannot praise Bramble House enough for the care, attention and love he received there. I could not fault it and would not hesitate to recommend it as a wonderful caring home. The staff were outstanding, happy,...
We cannot praise Bramble House enough for the care, attention and love he received there. I could not fault it and would not hesitate to recommend it as a wonderful caring home. The staff were outstanding, happy, caring and so friendly to the residents and visitors alike. So thankful we found Bramble House.
Thank you kindly for review, I will pass this over to the care team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 09 August 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bramble House
What types of Care is Bramble House 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 Bramble House have?
There are 26 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at Bramble House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other 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 Bramble House to the centre of Gloucester?
0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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