Sydenham House

Frederick Road, Bridgwater TA6 4NG
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9.3 46 Reviews
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Sydenham House provides residential care accommodation that has been extensively refurbished, allowing staff to perform to their potential, while allowing residents to enjoy an active and comfortable lifestyle.

A varied programme of activities is offered, as well as access to IT facilities including Wi-Fi and Skype so that residents can easily contact loved ones.

The on-site kitchen offers a choice of nutritious meals, whilst a call system in each bedroom ensures the safety and security of residents.
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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 49 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)
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1330 – £1530
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1330 – £1530
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1330 – £1530
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1330 – £1530

Sydenham House fees generally range from £1,330 – £1,530 per week, adjusted to individual care requirements.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Sydenham House 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

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Sally Wheaton (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (47)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (15)

Sydenham House Reviews (46)

9.3

Sydenham House has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.307) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sydenham House has 46 reviews.

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Review from P M (Wife of Resident) published on 18 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughters and I are very pleased with the care you all take in looking after my husband.
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Review from Carol W (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 September 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father is extremely happy residing at Sydenham House. Myself and my family are impressed at the genuine care and attention that my dad receives from the staff and carers. It is clear to see that his health, hygiene, safety and well being is a priority as it is with all residents! I feel relaxed and
happy that he's being professionally cared for 24/7.
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Review from Kim C (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 4 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care given to my mother-in-law b the staff is exemplary, they all are attentive and caring. The premises are clean, warm and welcoming. The management are extremely good, they keep us informed of any situation that concerns Mum. We would recommend this establishment as the best in the area. If any
more money were to be available then this place deserves it. As a family it takes away stress from the family as we know Mum is in safe hands.
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Review from Christine G (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Both of my parents were at Sydenham House, not by choice but because they were no longer able to be at home.
Mum arrived first and soon settled in even though she had Dementia.
Her quality of life greatly improved due to the care she was given, nothing was too much trouble and nothing was out of bounds,
she was often having tea with the night staff as she was sometimes nocturnal.
Dad followed and his mobility was very limited which meant staff attending to all his personal needs, which were carried out with care and dignity.
He really enjoyed the food and the attention.
Unfortunately, their time at Sydenham House was quite short but I know that they were safe, well fed and looked after.
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Review from Peter K (Nephew of Resident) published on 3 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My uncle is well cared for. He is in a safe and friendly environment. The staff take time to "chat" to him which is greatly appreciated. His room with ensuite shower room, is always clean and warm.
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Review from M I (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
When viewing the home with my brother when mum had to go into care first, we noticed how bright and clean the home was and how fresh it smelt. All the chairs were comfy and the residents weren't all sat around in a circle, instead chairs were placed in several seating areas around the home both up and
downstairs. Mum has been there for 7 and a half years now. The home has been refurbished and redecorated to a high standard. The butterflies on the walls are a lovely touch. Staff are always friendly, always very approachable and treat residents with dignity. Activities for residents are varied, entertainment well provided, there's always something going on. The mats as you go in the door reads "staff work in the residents home, not residents live in staff workplace". A lovely sentiment and testimony to all, led by a good manager that is passionate and caring. Well done everyone!!
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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.307)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.307) out of 10 for Sydenham House 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 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.4 out of 5 from 7 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 4.893 for Sydenham House is calculated as follows: ( (77 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 84 Ratings = 4.893
  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 4.414 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Sydenham House is based on 7 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 = 3.7
    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 49 registered maximum number of service users is 9.8. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 9.8 = 0.714
  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: 16 Feb 2024

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Requires improvement
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (1)

Sally

Sally Wheaton

Job Title: Registered Manager

I would like to introduce myself as the Manager at Sydenham house. I have worked in the Health Care sector for the past 25 years and throughout this time I have gained significant knowledge and skills in leadership, recognising that the residents are always at the heart of everything I do.


My role as the Manager is to support the residents and lead the team to provide the very best care. I am passionate about making a positive difference to those we care for whilst ensuring our residents live fully enriched lives.


If you require any information or would like to arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact the home where a dedicated team member or I will be happy to help.

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