Pax Hill Care Home

Pax Hill, Bentley, Farnham GU10 5NG
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9.9 127 Reviews
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Pax Hill is care home set in nine acres of gardens in the picturesque village of Bentley on the border between Surrey and Hampshire. Every room in this unusual circular building has views of the surrounding countryside or central courtyard through low level picture windows.

Each bedroom has large en-suite shower rooms with wheelchair access, electric profiling beds, flat screen television, telephone and access to a broadband internet connection.

Nursing and care staff are on duty 24 hours a day to provide help whatever your care requirements.

Separate, self-contained care areas enable them to provide different types of care and to enable residents to feel comfortable with their surroundings.

Professionals provide general nursing care, palliative care, nursing care for dementia and residential care.

Activity therapists provide a social calendar of events and support to encourage communication and maintenance of an active lifestyle. Alternatively, the gardens provide the perfect place for tranquillity and a spot of gardening.

They are happy to offer respite and short-term care for a few days to a few weeks to cover post-operative recuperation, carers holidays and breaks, or trial visits to see if care home life is suitable for you.
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Care Provided by Pax Hill Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 98 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

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public 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: £1551 – £1800
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1698 – £2040
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1803 – £1803
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1839 – £1941
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1820 – £1820
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1820 – £1820
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £2205 – £2205
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £2205 – £2205

Our fees include everything we provide for day to day living including activities, trips out, social events, all care and accommodation requirements. Extra charges are made for external suppliers of services e.g hairdressing, deliveries from the local newsagents, podiatry and physiotherapy (unless referred via the NHS).

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Pax Hill Care Home 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)

Support you may be entitled to

If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Wendy Dunford (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2010

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (98)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (98)

Visiting

  • Visitors always welcome. Staff can be busy at meal times, so it is preferred if visitors wish to see staff they are here between 9.30am and noon and 1.30 to 4.30pm.

Parking

  • Freely available parking on site.

Pax Hill Care Home Reviews (127)

9.9

Pax Hill Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.903) out of 10, based on 47 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Pax Hill Care Home has 127 reviews.

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Review from D W (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Experience has been very positive. My father has settled in well and is very comfortable. Easy access to outside space is amazing. Has made all the difference to his life.
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Review from S D (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother's experience of life in Pax Hill has been very positive. She is comfortable in her new environment and importantly feels safe.
Apart from the odd gripe, she gets on well with the care staff. On the odd occasion, she does criticise about the lack of fresh green vegetables on the menu.
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my point of view, I do get irritated that the door is closed at 5pm each day which gives Pax Hill the feel of an institution rather than a home.
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Review from R C (Resident) published on 11 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Kind, caring. I'm happy here.
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Review from M W (Son of Resident) published on 6 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mum lived at Pax Hill for many years and received excellent care throughout. The facilities are very good and staff continuity is unusually good for this type of establishment.
The food could be better quality (healthier) and more varied in my view. Possibly more off-site trips could be provided but
the on-site activities are regular and attract many residents.
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Review from Hugh R (Son of Resident) published on 16 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We, the family, are certainly very happy with the care that our father receives at Pax Hill.
He is generally contented and happy although he is becoming more confused.
He often mentions how caring the team are and we hope that he continues much the same for the foreseeable future.
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Review from John C (Resident) published on 15 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was well cared for by friendly and capable staff. Disappointed at not being able to have a glass of wine with dinner otherwise facilities were excellent.
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Review from Lois H (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum was in Paxhill for 7 weeks on Montgomery floor. She moved from another nursing home. Mum was very well cared for with dignity, patience, kindness and humour. Nearing the end she was kept comfortable and my brother, sister and I were very well supported too. The nurses and carers and activity ladies
are all very professional, friendly and caring. I would highly recommend Pax Hill.
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Review from Faith V (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been at Pax Hill for a few weeks now and is settling in. The staff are all very friendly and engaged and respond to mum's needs efficiently.
The activities are well organised and mum appreciates that she can just sit and watch if she doesn't feel like interacting.
The ambience and the setting
is bright and cheerful with beautiful grounds. Mum's transition into full-time care from independent living has been made much easier with the good care of all at Pax Hill.
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Review from G P (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Someone is there all the time for my dad.
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Review from Susan G (Resident) published on 8 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My stay at Pax Hill for 2 weeks convalescence has been amazing.
The staff are very approachable, friendly and supportive and nothing has been too much trouble.
The atmosphere is quiet and peaceful. The rooms are well equipped and surrounded by beautiful gardens.
The activities are interesting and
the other guests warm and chatty.
I would thoroughly recommend staying here and would like to thank everyone.
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Review from Jan A (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I knew straight away that Pax Hill was the perfect place for my Mum when I saw that the staff were hugging family members of residents in the home. In fact, I feel that the staff at Pax Hill became my family too. Not only was the care of my Mum exemplary, the fact that all the staff went out of their
way and took time to find out what interested and stimulated her was really touching. The care and concern shown by the chefs when Mum's appetite diminished and how they did their utmost in regularly consulting me over what they could make for her and how they tried to tempt her with different dishes is indicative to me of the level of care given in the home. Although I was concerned about the deterioration in Mum's health, I never once felt anxious about her care. I knew she was in good hands. And I would like to thank everyone at the care home for their kindness, friendship and support.
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Review from A S (Resident) published on 25 March 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I find this home friendly. Staff and residents a pleasant atmosphere. Staff are always ready to help if needed. Nothing is too much trouble.
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Review from C W (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care is given. There is a wonderful, friendly welcome given by all the staff you meet.
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Review from Deborah F (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother moved to Pax Hill in January 2018, following a difficult year in 2017 with 5 stays in hospital. From the outset, the care taken liaising with the hospital and understanding Mums needs was excellent.
The nursing staff, lead by a certain member of staff are second to none, they keep us informed
and involved with Mum's care and spend time with us to ensure they understood her needs, what works and what doesn't for her. The staff have never stopped engaging with her to try and encourage her to join in with the amazing array of entertainment. She now goes regularly which is amazing.
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Review from Elaine S (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Pax Hill Care Home surpassed all expectations. The quality of care is exceedingly good especially in terms of the kindness and thoughtfulness shown by the caring staff. They all have time to spend with my mother when it's needed and wonderful patience. She is very well looked after and I feel content
that she is with you at Pax Hill.
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Review from D W (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 17 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Most of the time the care is good. Sometimes certain individuals are not so caring. There are some very caring people here. The food is generally good, a variety of dishes; food not always hot enough.
I really enjoy all the activities that are put on for us. The activity coordinator on Montgomery
Ward is brilliant, includes me in everything and goes above and beyond.
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Review from Joyce P (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 17 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been in Pax Hill for 18 months and found happiness here and have little to complain about.
I am well looked after, have a lovely room in which I am allowed to have some of my own furniture and enjoy the view and wildlife.
The staff are mainly very friendly and attentive.
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Review from J B (Resident) published on 1 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very kind and helpful from all the staff.
The gardener keeps everything well including my bird feeder.
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Review from V A (Resident) published on 1 August 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I find the accommodation, cleanliness, food and staff very satisfactory and I have a nice view from my room. I also take part in all the activities available.
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Review from S C (Nephew of Resident) published on 13 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are very friendly and do a great job caring for my aunt. The standard of care and the clean facilities has been exceptional over the 6 years my aunt has been a resident.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.903)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.903) out of 10 for Pax Hill Care Home 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 47 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 47 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 4.903 for Pax Hill Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (508 Excellents x 5) + (44 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 557 Ratings = 4.903
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Pax Hill Care Home is based on 47 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    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 98 registered maximum number of service users is 19.6, which has been reached with 47 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: 14 Dec 2018

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Outstanding
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Wendy Dunford

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2005

Wendy Dunford is a nurse with many years experience in running a care home. Wendy first worked at Pax Hill in 2005 as Manager of the EMF wing and after a spell with another care provider, returned as Manager for the newly built care home in 2010.

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