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Barchester West Oak Care Home

Murray Road, Wokingham, Berkshire RG41 2TA
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The Staff at West Oak are brilliant from every point of view. I would not hesitate to recommendSister B(Friend of Resident/Service User)
Barchester West Oak Care Home, Wokingham
Thank you to all your staff for their wonderful care they are giving my father.S K(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Barchester West Oak Care Home, Wokingham
Barchester West Oak Care Home, Wokingham

West Oak makes the most of pleasant grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality nursing and residential care, with professionals available round-the-clock and also skilled in care and support for physical disabilities and dementia.

A committed team work hard to ensure that all provision is tailored to the individual, while allowing them to make the most of a relaxed and homely atmosphere.

All staff are carefully chosen and well-qualified to...  

Care Provided by Barchester West Oak Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 63 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential Care£1,900 - £1,953N/A

This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment. For nursing care, Weekly Fee rate will be dependent on personal needs.

Contact Barchester West Oak Care Home 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

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Louise Jones(Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2007
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (57)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)

Barchester West Oak Care Home Reviews (99)

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9.7

Barchester West Oak Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.718) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester West Oak Care Home has 99 reviews.

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Review from Eliza J (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 March 2019 Submitted via Website
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My father spent the last three weeks of his life at West Oak. He was treated with kindness and respect at all times. I was happy with the staffing levels, and all the care staff seemed to genuinely care about him.

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Review from Gini C (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 February 2019 Submitted via Website
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My dear Dad only stayed at West Oak for 19 days but he received wonderful care from all the staff. It is the number and quality of the staff that makes the real difference to a home rather than the fancy decor. All the staff were so kind and helpful and nothing was too much trouble. My Dad was very vulnerable on a dementia ward in hospital and the management acted so efficiently and promptly to facilitate my Dad’s move to the comfort of West Oak. The ‘can do’ attitude of all the staff made all the difference, whether it was getting Dad’s favourite picture fixed on the wall or sorting out Dads medication.

As a family, we greatly appreciate the compassionate care that my Dad and the family received when Dad suddenly deteriorated and was on end of life care. The staff enabled us to stay with Dad at this difficult time and we are thankful for the support and endless cups of tea and food that made it possible. Our Dad had the peaceful, dignified death that we all wanted for him.

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Review from Sarah P (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My very frail, ancient father came to West Oak after a more stylish care home could no longer meet his needs and left him in hospital. He settled quickly and enjoyed a happy few weeks between a lot of sleeping, including handling spiders and his last meal of haggis at a Burns night. When he suddenly deteriorated to needing end of life care, we were very happy with the care we were all given. The nursing staff checked hourly to ensure he was comfortable and facilitated the family gathering and having at least one daughter with him until he died peacefully. It was the close of a long life with the dignity we wanted.

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Review from Jennifer R (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 December 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Extremely impressed with the care my mum has received since joining West Oak from another home.
The friendly, happy and caring environment the team at West Oaks have created, goes above and beyond expectations.

I would like to give a huge thanks to the team members and the management team.

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Review from Sarah T (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My dad had a very happy year at West Oak. He was cared for by excellent staff who seemed to genuinely care about him. The nursing team are quick to act when there are medical issues and definitely saved my dad's life by their prompt actions on numerous occasions. I am very thankful that dad spent his last year in such a fantastic home, with staff who always made me feel so informed and welcome.

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Review from Pamela K (Wife of Resident) published on 2 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband was cared for kindly and comfortably until his death. I cannot recommend this home more highly. The atmosphere and attention given was exemplary.

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Review from S R (Son of Resident) published on 30 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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All of the staff are extremely caring and go the extra mile. There is a real 'family' feel to the home which is lovely. My mum is very happy as a resident and I would have no hesitation in recommending the home to friends and colleagues.

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Review from S G (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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West Oak was the kindest home we visited when looking for care for Mum. She is being very well cared for and your staff are incredible!

Everyone, when we visit, greets us. It leaves me with great reassurance that Mum enjoys where she lives. I have absolutely no complaints as to the care she is given. It is a joy to visit her knowing that she has settled so well and that is due to the dedication of the staff.

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Review from Pamela C (Friend of Resident) published on 29 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am visiting my old friend who has dementia. We have been friends for over 60 years. I am relieved to see the care she is given. Everyone acknowledges her when they walk past, even maintenance men use her name. She is happy and contented. If I was unfortunate enough to need care I would be very happy to be here.

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Review from J D (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mum's stay at West Oak was sadly far too short. Every member of staff was so very kind and caring towards her, which was a comfort to us during her final days. I would have no hesitation in recommending West Oak Care Home.

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Review from Liz W (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 12 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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You looked after my mother-in-law so well and treated her with dignity and respect. She had the best year gaining weight and spending time with your superb staff.

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Review from N T (Friend of Resident) published on 28 December 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Our friends have been in the home for three years. The staff always show empathy and understanding for the residents and their visitors.

They always have a smile and a "competent listening ear" always making time and ensuring residents are happy and comfortable. Activities are put on for the residents daily and staff always make sure that they can partake in them in one way or another.

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Review from David T (Friend of Resident) published on 14 December 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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The care home is full of very caring and kind staff who always have a smile for everyone and show much empathy for the residents.

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Review from Jane D (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Dad has only been in West Oak Care Home for 2 days but what a lovely nursing home! His welcome received on arrival was excellent, friendly staff going out of their way to introduce themselves to him and us, making a big fuss of him as they showed him around. Their care was evident and although early days we can see a huge improvement in his outlook. Already he was smiling and happy today and has already settled in. I'm so happy we moved him here and it's obvious the staff genuinely care about the residents - I'm delighted.

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Review from Sarah B (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father had an extremely bad experience in his last home care setting which made him extremely agitated. Since being with West Oak my dad is so much calmer and a lot easier to handle, which helps the family (and staff). I'm so pleased he was able to come here. It's a lot of worry off our (his daughters') shoulders. Overall we are all very happy with how our dad is.

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Review from Rosie T (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 6 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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West Oak is an excellent home, my father in law is so well taken care of. He's been here a year now and is very happy and content. The staff are all lovely to him and to us the family.

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Review from E W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 6 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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My grandad is very happy and content at West Oak and I can only praise the staff for looking after him so well.

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Review from Alan S (Husband of Resident) published on 6 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Overall, the care home provides an excellent standard of care.

There are one or two little things that can be annoying, ie after feeding the wiping of the residents face and a bit more care taken when hanging clothes or folding in drawers.

General standards are very high and have improved significantly during my wife's residency.

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Review from D D (Friend of Resident) published on 6 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Staff are friendly, kind and the home is welcoming and my friend is well looked after.

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Review from Mighty C (Friend of Resident) published on 6 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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I visit my friend a lot in the week. The staff are very friendly, the environment is very clean and the food is really great and nutritious.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 08 December 2018
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  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveOutstanding
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledOutstanding
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  • 24 Jun 2026

    This week one of our Residents, Janet, designed her own diabetic-friendly menu and our wonderful Chef was able to prepare it for her. Her delicious choices included a fresh tomato...

  • 22 Jun 2026

    To celebrate Ladies' Day, residents enjoyed a fun and fantastic afternoon with our very own sweepstake for Ascot races. Residents were enthusiastically willing their horses to win, watching them on...

  • 04 Jun 2026

    D-Day celebrations featuring the talented Vintage Singer, Kitty. Kitty performed a delightful selection of War Time era songs that were ideal for this occasion, evoking heartfelt memories for many of...

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Meet the Team (8)

Agnieszka Klimkowicz-Buda
Agnieszka Klimkowicz-BudaJob Title:General ManagerJoined: 2025

Hello, my name is Agnieszka Klimkowicz-Buda, and I am a General Manager at West Oak Care Home.

Thank you for taking the time to learn about our home. It's always wonderful to see prospective residents, family, friends, new colleagues and members of the community showing an interest in what we do here at West Oak.

I am an experienced and dedicated care professional with a strong passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care. As the General Manager of the care home, I am responsible for ensuring that residents receive safe, compassionate, and dignified support in a warm and welcoming environment.

I originally trained as a nurse in Poland and spent over 10 years working there in clinical practice. In 2004, I relocated to the UK and joined the healthcare sector. With many years of experience in the health and social care sector, I have developed extensive knowledge in residential and dementia care, team leadership, and service improvement. I work closely with residents, families, and staff to create a positive community where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported.

I am committed to maintaining high standards of care and continuously improving the service. I believe that strong teamwork, open communication, and meaningful relationships with residents and their families are key to creating a home where people truly feel comfortable and secure.

Thank you again for your interest in our wonderful home.

Liviu Cornea RGN
Liviu Cornea RGNJob Title:Deputy General Manager / Clinical LeadJoined: 2018
Liviu qualified in 2004 and worked for two years in an emergency unit before doing 11 years as a paramedic.
More recently, Liviu has had senior roles in both Austen House (our sister home) and West Oak.
Liviu is often on the floor engaging with our wonderful residents and staff and ensuring smooth and proper handovers between staff every day.

Liviu can be found on either of our units or in the Managers office on the ground floor in reception.

Ioan Tanasa
Ioan TanasaJob Title:Home AdminJoined: 2023
Hi!

My name is Ioan, and I am the Home Administrator of West Oak Care Home. Attitude makes the difference the motto that leads my way of life. Entrusted by this belief, I have decided to develop my professional skills and, as a result, I have completed a business management program.

My previous work experiences revealed a responsible person with a natural ability to adapt to new teams and develop trustful relationships. Willing to move on to the next chapter of my professional growth and eager to add new skills, I joined Barchester at the beginning of September. I am pleased to see the amount of hard work done by the entire team and company, and I am proud to be a part of this.

Pratikkumar Valand
Pratikkumar ValandJob Title:Head Of MaintenanceJoined: 2025
Hi, my name is Pratik, and I am the Head of Maintenance here at West Oak Barchester.
I have found a very rewarding role in assisting those who need our support.

My role here at West Oak is to provide a safe and happy environment for loved ones.

Alice Perez
Alice PerezJob Title:Head of UnitJoined: 2016

Alice joined the West Oak family in March as the Head of Unit for Cedars. Alice is an RGN with many years of experience in the care home industry.

Alice is passionate about the residents and she ensures that they receive the highest possible standard of care so that they can live their lives to the fullest.

Mohammad Sajjid
Mohammad SajjidJob Title:Head HousekeeperJoined: 2014

Mohammad has worked at West Oak since 2014, he was recently promoted to Head Housekeeper and was proud to accept the role. Mohammad is very dedicated to his work and understands the importance of maintaining the high standards of cleanliness within the home. Mohammed is very approachable and goes the extra mile to help both Residents and Staff in any way he can

Iryna Losynska
Iryna LosynskaJob Title:Admin AssistantJoined: 2025
Hi, my name is Iryna, and I am proud to welcome you to West Oak.

I am originally from Ukraine and I joined West Oak in May 2025. Previously, I was a teacher, and my personal mission statement is to do my best to promote kindness, care and love.

Dawn and Helen
Dawn and Helen Job Title:Activity CoordinatorsJoined: 2004

Hi, we are Dawn and Helen and are the Activity Coordinator. Dawn started in 2004 and Helen in 2013.

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