The Old Vicarage

Stockland Bristol, Bridgwater TA5 2PZ
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9.9 68 Reviews
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The Old Vicarage provides a welcoming and friendly home for older people where they can feel comfortable, safe and happy. Prospective residents are welcome to spend a week or two at the home prior to moving in to ensure they make the best decision for them and their needs. Visitors are always welcome from prospective residents and their loved ones, and they may stay for lunch or for an entire day with prior notice so that they can get a real feel for life at the home.

Residents’ individual needs are taken into account when delivering care at The Old Vicarage. From arrival, staff strive to ensure residents are as comfortable as possible and are always on hand to assist with the settling in process. Each resident has a key worker who gets to know residents and ensure all their needs and preferences are met.
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Care Provided by The Old Vicarage

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 26 Service Users

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)
  • Near Public Transport
  • Stairlift
  • 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: £1290 – £1450
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1290 – £1450

Chiropody and hairdressing incur additional charges paid directly to the chiropodist and hairdresser

The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Old Vicarage for full pricing details and T&Cs.

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Funding Types Accepted

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

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Good to Know

Owner

  • Restcare Services (SW) Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Susan Thomas (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2023
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (24)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (6)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (1)

Visiting

  • Open visiting

Parking

  • Car park on site

The Old Vicarage Reviews (68)

9.9

The Old Vicarage has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.879) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Old Vicarage has 68 reviews.

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Review from Pauline B (Respite Resident) published on 26 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't speak highly enough about the excellent, caring treatment I received here during the four weeks I spent here after having three weeks in hospital with a nasty infection.
I was nursed back to full health, put on weight, all thanks to the excellent, kind staff, always cheerful and willing to
help, nothing was too much trouble, they were all marvellous.
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Review from Pamela F (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Old Vicarage is in a wonderful location, has well-maintained grounds, daily activities are organised for the residents, the home is spotlessly clean and the food is of an excellent standard.
Dad has been a resident at The Old Vicarage for a year. He is very happy there and feels safe and well looked
after, which is all down to the care, support and dedication of the lovely, friendly staff.
Dad recently celebrated his 100th birthday and the staff could not have done more to help us make his day so very special.
Our family take huge comfort from knowing Dad is so well looked after.
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Review from P H (Respite Resident) published on 23 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would strongly recommend this accommodation (namely The Old Vicarage Care Home) for anyone to be cared for and also the cleanliness of the accommodation, long may it reign. I was most impressed and certainly would stay again, it would be my choice.
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Review from Mavis W (Respite Resident) published on 27 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Had a wonderful convalescence here. My room was comfortable and had a lovely view of the garden. The food was great and I could eat in my room or go to the dining room. Various activities were offered in the afternoon. Some inside and some outdoor activities.
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Review from C D (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father has been in The Old Vicarage for 18 months and I have nothing but praise and respect for all the staff. They take really good care of him and if you can't stay in your own home this is a very caring and safe place to be.
I and the rest of the family were relieved that Dad soon settled in,
and his ground floor room overlooks the beautiful garden which is accessible by wheelchair. This summer he has loved seeing the lavender blooming in the beds near the patio.
We are always warmly welcomed and kept informed and up to date with any health issues.
In my opinion The Old Vicarage is the very best residential option for Dad and we were lucky to find it.
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Review from Jackie M (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
At the age of 96 years it became clear that we could no longer care for Mum in her own home. After an initial visit to The Old Vicarage it was arranged that Mum would initially stay for two weeks respite care and our family were delighted to see just how well Mum settled and all agreed that she should
then become a permanent resident.
All the staff I came into contact with were so very kind, patient and understanding and in no time at all I realised that I could trust them fully to meet all Mums care needs. Mum has settled better than we could possibly have hoped. She enjoys her food, is able to join in some of the activities but most of all loves the garden and watching the birds. The staff are respectful, kind and very patient when dealing with her needs. We are confident that we have chosen the very best home for Mum and owe a debt of gratitude to all the staff who are caring for her. We would highly recommend The Old Vicarage.
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Review from Richard (Son of Resident) published on 1 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been at The Old Vicarage since the beginning of November and I think we struck gold finding it, at 98 years old it must be a daunting experience to go into a care home but she was very well looked after from day one. The staff are very friendly and have been very helpful in sorting out any
problems that occurred, the food is excellent and Mum is looking forward to the warm weather when she can spend some time in the lovely gardens. She is encouraged to get up and about to help her mobility and we have seen the improvement. Many thanks.
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Review from Gillian T (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father has been a resident at The Old Vicarage for the last three years. He settled in straight away and is very happy there. The staff are incredibly kind and caring and he couldn't be getting better care. His surroundings are lovely and spotlessly clean with views out over the beautiful gardens.
There are plenty of activities for the residents to enjoy and individual sessions for those not wanting to join in the group sessions. There is also the opportunity for residents to express their individual talents. It is lovely to see Dad so happy and settled and we can't thank the staff enough for the wonderful care he is receiving. I would recommend The Old Vicarage to anyone looking for care.
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Review from Glenda F (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very pleased with how Dad is cared for at the home. He is comfortable and contented. He has been through huge changes in his life and has settled into the home very well. The staff are marvellous and nothing seems to be too much trouble. It is such a comfort to me, as his daughter, to know that
he is in great hands and looked after so well. We couldn't have found a more suitable place for Dad. Thank you to all.
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Review from Beverly W (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad is 99 years old and went into The Old Vicarage on the 3rd of December last year for respite care. He settled in quickly and he decided he would like to stay. The care Dad receives is excellent, the staff are very thoughtful and kind. The home is spotless, the food is very good and you could not
ask for better! Whilst Dad does not take part in the activities, he will join everyone in the lounge and watch what is happening and the activity leader will always chat with him and he is happy with this arrangement. Dad looks better than he has looked in a long time. I wish I had encouraged him to move there sooner!
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Review from Sue S (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been at The Old Vicarage for two years now. Following a severe stroke, Mum needs constant care. Loss of her independence has been hard to accept for Mum but the kindness and patience of the staff at The Old Vicarage have helped her to make the adjustment. I am confident that Mum is well looked
after. She's settled now and doesn't want to move. She interacts with the other residents and staff. I'm so grateful to The Old Vicarage for the way they look after Mum. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend The Old Vicarage to anyone who is considering residential care for themselves or a loved one.
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Review from John M (Son of Resident) published on 13 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 95-year-old mother has been at The Old Vicarage since June 2018. As her nearest relative, I (and my partner) could ask for no better place for my mother to be. She is too physically incapacitated to live on her own and we can always rest assured that the care that she gets is appropriate, generous
and comprehensive.
She is encouraged to do as much as possible for herself, which uses her time and keeps her brain and faculties alive. All the staff are infinitely patient and everything is done at a speed she can handle, both mentally and physically. She delights in the beautifully kept garden and adores her scrabble sessions - both 1:1 and in the day room.
Covid-free throughout the pandemic, visiting is not as informally easy as it used to be, but we are able to visit her as much as possible - and the dog is always welcome, which is a real anchor for her.
The staff retention record alone is a testament to the quality of management, which is always open, accessible and responsive.
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Review from Michael M (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 12 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am a friend of a service user who was very reluctant to consider residential care of any type. However, events took over and serious ill health meant a long stay in the hospital after which residential care was the only realistic, safe option.
My wife and I visited several local residential homes
on our friend's behalf but The Old Vicarage stood out as being perfect and we had no hesitation in recommending the home.
The resident has settled in very well and has found the management and staff to be very kind, caring and efficient. She has a very pleasant double aspect room in which she takes all her meals and has made it as homely as possible. The food is very good with excellent choice and she has gradually got to know many of the other residents and now takes a full part in the activities and outings arranged.
She is happy and very well cared for and now in much better health, due to that care.
I have no hesitation in recommending The Old Vicarage.
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Review from R B (Friend of Resident) published on 11 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care staff are kind and friendly and also the food is good. Very clean.
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Review from Margaret H (Resident) published on 25 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A lovely, old-fashioned place that retains many original features. The staff are nice and friendly. The food is excellent and cooked in the kitchen at the home. (Lovely main meals and home-cooked cakes etc). The activities are good and all the residents can join in if they want to enjoy themselves.
Exercises and listening to music, for example. The rooms are a nice size and I have a lot of my own furniture here.
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Review from S T (Respite Resident) published on 14 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely, sunny room. The staff were kind and helpful and the food was excellent. I was very well looked after in a pleasant room. The bed was a bit firm for me but otherwise, I enjoyed my stay here.
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Review from Joanna C (Wife of Resident) published on 8 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been arranging my husband's regular respite stays at the Old Vicarage for well over a year, following extensive research. Everything about the Old Vicarage which persuaded me that this would be where he would be most happy and comfortable have been proven spot on and in many cases exceeded. On
our first visit, we both felt immediately at home and truly cared for by the manager and staff. Since then, we have been nothing but impressed by the stable management with an experienced staff of long-standing, rather than frequent changes of personnel as in some care homes. The attention to detail in communications with myself as well as in my husband's care, the imaginative range of activities, the quality of the food, the lovely garden and village setting, and the fact that this is an old building of character rather than an impersonal, characterless custom built home. My husband loves going and being there and always arrives and leaves with a smile, looking forward to the next time.
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Review from Sharon M (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad went to the Old Vicarage in June from hospital after having had a stroke. He was made to feel welcome from the start and quickly settled in. Dad loves to walk and sit in the beautiful gardens, and he loves the home cooked food, often telling me what he has had to eat and the choices on the menu.
Dad has joined in the activities at the care home and has rediscovered some artistic talents that I did not realise he had. The staff are wonderful in all aspects of his care, and I thoroughly recommend The Old Vicarage to anyone looking for a care home for their loved ones.
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Review from Karen S (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been at The Old Vicarage for 18 months and I can honestly say her care has been excellent. The staff are kind and always have time to explain things. Mum really enjoys the food provided, the home and gardens are beautiful and I couldn't wish for a better place for her to be. Many thanks.
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Review from Jenny F (Respite Resident) published on 28 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We needed some respite care for my step mum at very short notice. After the relevant covid checks were completed, she was soon settled and incredibly well looked after. The Old Vicarage cared for her in a home-from-home setting (with passionate staff, home cooking and stunning gardens) in a professional,
personal way. We could not fault the service given and it would be our first choice if we need any care for our parents again. I would highly recommend the Old Vicarage, it’s a hidden gem, tucked quietly out of the way, just 5 minutes from Cannington close to Bridgwater.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.879)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.879) out of 10 for The Old Vicarage is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 16 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 4.979 for The Old Vicarage is calculated as follows: ( (187 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 191 Ratings = 4.979
  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 4.9 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Old Vicarage is based on 16 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.9
    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 26 registered maximum number of service users is 5.2, which has been reached with 16 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: 12 May 2025

Overall Good

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