Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Union Lane, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft NR32 3AX
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  • Barchester Oulton Park Care Home, Lowestoft
Oulton Park in Lowestoft provides person-centred care for older people in need of 24-hour Nursing Care and Dementia-led Nursing Care. Oulton Park also offers pre-bookable respite stays too.

The committed team at Oulton Park prides itself on ensuring that each resident receives tailored care which is regularly reviewed and adapted as an individual’s care needs change.

All staff are carefully chosen and extensively qualified to maintain the highest standards of Nursing Care. Personal interests are actively encouraged and there is much to enjoy in Oulton Park’s relaxed and homely atmosphere.

Oulton Park also has a dedicated Memory Lane Community that provides a safe, homely environment for people living with Dementia. Memory Lane incorporates bespoke design in its use of colour and cues to help individuals navigate through the home, whilst thoughtful interior design features, such as adapted crockery and tableware assists with reminiscence. Residents living with Dementia are offered a range of activities to help preserve life skills, support interactions, increase self-esteem and retain a sense of purpose and selfhood.

Providing fresh home cooked food and life enrichment plays a strong part in the well-being of the residents at Oulton Park. Whether it is art, gardening or live music - activities are undertaken to ensure a resident continues to engage and enjoy themselves through meaningful activities. The home’s quiet garden and courtyard also offer the opportunity to escape and enjoy a quiet drink with a loved one.

Visitors are always welcome at Oulton Park for a cup of tea and a chat about the care provided at this beautiful home - conveniently located close to the delightful beach of Lowestoft and at the heart of the Broads.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 60 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
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1300
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1300

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.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Barchester Oulton Park 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

  • David Leaper (General Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • An individual care needs assessment is always completed by our clinical team prior to any admission to Oulton Park
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2004
  • Last Refurbishment: 2022
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (60)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (60)

Visiting

  • Please feel free to visit Oulton Park at any time - the door is always open!

Parking

  • Standard parking spaces and Disabled spaces are widely available at the home.

Barchester Oulton Park Care Home Reviews (129)

9.8

Barchester Oulton Park Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.829) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years.
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Review from Lynne L (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 21 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
If you need somewhere for your loved one to be cared for then please think of Oulton Park.
My mother-in-law moved here, she had dementia and needed nursing care. From the very beginning all staff/nursing care were fabulous, friendly, caring, attentive, and very respectful.
Mum was extremely happy.
Mums room was lovely .
The food was amazing.
I cannot say enough about all the staff/ nursing team with how much mum was cared for.
I would highly recommend Oulton Park for your loved ones.
Reply from David Leaper, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you for your kind words in reviewing the care and support we offered to your mother-in-law during her stay with us at Oulton Park Care Centre. The whole team were thankful that they got to know your mother-in-law, and support her during her stay. I will share your feedback with the wider team.

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Review from Marion W (Wife of Resident) published on 21 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband was cared for, for 5 weeks before he passed away on 19th June. All the staff were kind, patient professional and caring, which gave me and my family peace of mind. Having a view from his bedroom was lovely, and he sat outside sometimes. Special thanks to the manager who helped me with the
admin for funding. Congratulations on your excellent service.
Reply from David Leaper, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you for your kind words about the care and support we were able to offer your husband during his stay with us here at Oulton Park Care Centre. It was a privilege to be able to support you all in the last weeks of his life. I will feed back your comments to the wider team.

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Review from Stuart L (Son of Resident) published on 18 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is an excellent facility. Very welcoming and a great atmosphere. Everywhere is spotlessly clean and the food is great. All the staff are very professional and knowledgeable and are always willing to help or answer any questions you may have and I felt they all went above and beyond.
The care,
attention, kindness and respect my mum was given and shown during her stay was outstanding and I cannot thank everyone enough.
I would highly recommend Oulton Park.
Reply from David Leaper, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you for your kind words in reviewing the care and support that the team from Oulton Park Care Centre were able to give to your mum during her stay with us. I will pass your feedback on to the team.

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Review from Mandy H (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad was here for a month and was excellently looked after ..all the care staff were very kind friendly and helpful..the home was always very clean ..highly recommend the home to anyone ..the food was always very nice and the self service cafe for quests was brilliant
Reply from David Leaper, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you for your lovely words about the care that was given by Oulton Park to your Dad. I am pleased to read that the care we gave him was of the high standard and that the whole home team were friendly, kind and helpful. I will pass your feedback to the team - thank you once again.

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Review from Melanie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum spent her last 5 months here receiving excellent 24/7 care. I couldn't have wished for her to be in a better place with wonderful staff. Everybody was so very caring, considerate, thoughtful and respectful, nothing was ever too much trouble. From the start, admin made us feel like part of the
family. With a nurse on duty 24/7 I felt comfortable my mum was cared for day and night. The dedicated carers are second to none, they are simply lovely human beings. Everywhere is clean & tidy. Daily entertainment and a weekly what's on programme circulated each week. A good choice of tasty meals freshly prepared served by friendly and helpful staff. The atrium is a lovely room to enjoy a drink & cake when visiting. A good size room fully furnished with en-suite. Ample car parking and gardens with colourful flowers in bloom. I felt reassured that mum was well looked after and I enjoyed quality time with her when visiting. Overall, high quality caring at its best, its like a 5 star hotel.
Reply from David Leaper, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you for submitting such a lovely response and great feedback. I am humbled that your mother's experiences at Oulton Park were so positive. We are proud of our team and facilities and continue to drive improvements to make our resident's home feel special.

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Review from Bradley F (Friend of Resident) published on 7 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Visited my friend for the first time recently at this fantastic Care Home - Upon entry I was greeted with warm, friendly smiles from the professional Receptionist who knowledgably answered my questions and took time to explain further information to me whilst showing me to my friends room - This home
is clean and fresh and it's easy to see how comfortable the residents are here - other staff we met along the corridor all knew my friends details and requirements, despite him only staying here for a short period of time thus far - Nothing was too much trouble - my friend looked healthier and much more happier here, as opposed to when I last saw him at the hospital - I am pleased that he is now residing under the supervision of caring, attentive staff who are clearly well managed and clearly work together as a team - Great service deserves appreciation so....."well done" - "Thank you" and see you again soon x
Reply from David Leaper, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you Bradley for your review of the care we have been giving to your friend who is living with us here at Oulton Park. We love to have feedback from resident's friends and relatives and take great pride in the job we do to make everyone's stay here as happy as can be.Your feedback will be shared with the team - so thank you once again.

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Review from E G (Friend of Resident) published on 17 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Oulton Park is such a lovely care home, it's clean and well-kept, always smelling fresh as soon as you walk in. Staff are very friendly and meet you with smiles, ask after you and make sure you're okay. The food is fresh and is presented beautifully. All in all, I can't complain. The friend I came in
to visit is also happy with the care she is receiving.
Reply from David Leaper, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you for your wonderful review - we are pleased your friend is happy with the care they are receiving from the team at Oulton Park. With Kind Regards, David

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Review from Kath C (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has really changed since she has lived at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home. Her life has been enriched by constant, caring company, helpful routines and wonderful activities. She is always smiley and eager to speak to staff as well as other clients. She is eager to thank them and appreciates
all the staff do for her. As her daughter, I feel nothing but relief and gratitude.
Reply from Saran Wright, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you so much for your feedback it really does mean so much to the team, if you have any suggestions on where we can improve please let us know. Your review will be shared with the team many thanks.

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Review from Keith W (Son of Resident) published on 5 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A lovely place with excellent staff and care. My father spent his last days here and I couldn't have found a better place for him. The food was very good although he couldn't eat very much they tried to find things he liked. Very clean and excellent facilities for visitors as well.
Reply from Sarah Wright, Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you so very much for taking the time to review Oulton Park, we really appreciate your lovely comments and will be shared with the team. Thank you again, best wishes.

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Review from N S (Niece of Resident) published on 8 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experience has been positive. My aunt is receiving the level of care we had hoped for. All of the staff have been very kind and friendly, even when my aunt is being tricky. I feel confident that my aunt gets the best care and I feel sure that I have found the best care for her.
Reply from Sarah Wright, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to review Oulton Park and your lovely comments, it really does mean so much to the team here. We would love to hear your thoughts and suggestions on the areas where we can improve our score rating. We have a suggestion box in reception or feel free to share them with me or any member of our team. Thank you again.

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Review from Jackie H (Sister of Resident) published on 6 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My brother returned to the home after a spell in hospital, they made him so welcome. It was also his birthday, they are all so caring. I can't thank them enough, his room was changed so he could use a wheelchair, brilliant team.
Reply from Sarah Wright, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to review Oulton Park and your kind comments. We really appreciate your review and it's so good to have him back with us at Oulton. I will share your review with the team. Kindest Regards

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Review from Sarah L (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
Clean tidy and mostly friendly understanding staff, except one who for the 6th time has refused to let me speak to my mum due to it being 5.30pm!
The downsides are, she is left alone in her room for the majority of the day and isn't allowed to socialise with other residents all day, unlike her previous
care home.
The two people who run activities are brilliant, can't fault them, but if you want to be refused access to a telephone call with a loved one then this is the place to stay. I'm seriously considering asking social services to move mum to somewhere that can be accommodating and empathetic to the family as well as supporting my mum. Her dementia is at a stage where she forgets quickly and hearing from myself or her grandchildren cheers her up, regardless of the time.
Reply from Sarah Wright, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thanks for your review. All comments have been shared with the team and we are sorry to read your feedback about not being able to speak to your mum over the phone during mealtimes. We do have scheduled meal times in place for all our residents so they can dine together if they wish to do so, please be assured if there is a way we can support a call over meal times we try to do this. We understand you are looking to move mum closer to you as the travelling time to us at the moment is quite long, your mum is a pleasure to have with us and if there is anything we can support you with, please let us or our General Manager know. Kind Regards, Barchester's Feedback Team.

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Review from Warren T (Son of Resident) published on 2 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thank you for the care and attention given to my parents during their stay with you.
Reply from Sarah Wright, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to review Oulton Park and your comments which I will pass on to the team. Your review really means so much to the team and hope all is going well. Kind regards.

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Review from Norma R (Friend of Resident) published on 5 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Experience in the past for a resident friend and today viewing for a friend for respite care in September, this is second to none in comfort, facilities, and the most caring of staff it is like a luxury hotel all on one floor.
Reply from Sarah Wright, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you so very much for your amazing feedback and for taking the time to review us. Your review means so much to all the team here at Oulton Park and I will be sharing it with the team. Thank you again.

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Review from E N (Son of Resident) published on 27 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Professionalism, friendly and helpful staff. I am my family wanted the best level of care for our mother and Barchester Oulton Park Care Home has been a very good choice. Only a resident for a couple of months but we can already see the physical and mental benefit to our mother. A great part of this
is the high level of attentiveness from the staff.
Reply from Sarah Wright, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to review and feedback to Oulton Park. It really means so much to the team here. Thank you again.

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Review from Karen S (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We moved our mother into Barchester Oulton Park last year, and we cannot praise the staff enough, from auxiliary to management. They work together as a team and seem happy in their jobs as carers. The staff have many good qualities like kindness, attentiveness and empathy, and are always very respectful
to both residents and their families. The home and its surroundings are inviting and very homely, it hasn't got such a 'clinical' feel to it as they have good carpets and home furnishings, complete with a cafe area with free tea, coffee and cakes, etc. I would highly recommend this care home for anyone's loved ones.
Reply from Sarah Wright, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you so very much for taking the time to feedback and your comments. Your review really means alot to all of us here at Oulton Park and really is appreciated by the team, which I will share with the team. Thank you again.

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Review from Maureen F (Wife of Resident) published on 29 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everyone is very caring, polite care home to tell everyone. Like the staff, they talk to my husband in a lovely way.
Look forward to seeing him though he doesn't remember me now.
Reply from Sarah Wright, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to review Oulton Park. It really does mean so much to the team at Oulton Park and your comments make such a difference to us here at Oulton Park. Thank you.

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Review from Jean H (Friend of Resident) published on 24 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I've visited my friend's brother every week for a year and I've seen nothing but kindness and care from everyone. It's clean and it's a pleasure to visit and food is very good as I've eaten there, you can pay to eat with your family. I've got nothing but praise for staff.
Reply from Sarah Wright, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to review Oulton Park and your lovely comments. It means so much to myself and the team here at Oulton Park and shall share your review with the team. Many thanks again.

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Review from Eric K (Son of Resident) published on 22 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff are very polite, very helpful and always on hand to help.
Food is very good. All in all, very happy that the care my mother gets is top-notch.
You know that your loved one is well cared for.
Reply from Sarah Wright, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you so very much for taking the time to review Oulton Park and comment on your experience, we really do appreciate it. If you have any suggestions to help us improve, please let us know or use our suggestions box. I shall ensure your review is shared with the team as this makes such a difference to us all. Thank you.

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Review from J I (Cousin of Resident) published on 18 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Visited my cousin for the first time whilst away on holiday in the area. What a lovely welcome I had was shown the room, lovely clean, tidy odourless home, everyone was welcoming and made me feel welcome upon entering for my visit.
Reply from Sarah Wright, General Manager at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to review Oulton Park and your experience, it really does mean so much to all of the team here. Thank you

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.829)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.829) out of 10 for Barchester Oulton Park Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 31 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 30 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 4.829 for Barchester Oulton Park Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (306 Excellents x 5) + (53 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 363 Ratings = 4.829
  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 Barchester Oulton Park Care Home is based on 30 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 60 registered maximum number of service users is 12, which has been reached with 30 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: 19 Mar 2022

Overall Good

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  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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David

David Leaper

Job Title: General Manager Joined: 2025

My name is David and I joined Barchester Healthcare in 2024 as a Deputy General Manager. I have been fortunate and privileged to start in the role of General Manager of Oulton Park Care Centre in 2025.


I have been a nurse for more than 20 years, spending most of my time working in community nursing services throughout Norfolk and Suffolk. I have a wide range of experience both clinically and in leadership and try to foster a friendly and approachable manner in my daily work. Having trained in Suffolk, I obtained my nursing diploma, then obtained a first-class degree in Primary Care Nursing through the UEA.


I am passionate about providing person-centred care, and hope to support this as a core ethos in the home, ensuring that the people we care for, and their relatives and advocates, are listened to and included when planning the care that we deliver. The people we care for should feel that this is their home from home, and I am keen to do what I can to support this.


I welcome feedback from anyone who can support me and the team to provide outstanding care to the people we care for. Please feel free to come along and have a look at what we do to support people here at Oulton Park Care Centre.

Gemma

Gemma Hatton

Job Title: Administrator Joined: 2007

Hello, my name is Gemma and I am the Administrator here at Oulton Park.


I joined Barchester Healthcare in 2007 and the team at Oulton Park really has become like a second family to me.


I am often the first port of call for our residents, their families, and home visitors and I am here to assist with any contractual questions that you may have whilst also ensuring that our residents and their families are fully supported by our home.


I have always enjoyed working closely with people and especially meeting residents, their families and friends. If there is anything that I can do to help - please do not hesitate to ask and I look forward to welcoming you at Oulton Park very soon.

Nathan

Nathan Kidd

Job Title: Head of Maintenance Joined: 2007

Hello, my name is Nathan and I am the Head of Maintenance here at Oulton Park.


I have been with Barchester for 15 years now and have worked across many Barchester homes in the region.


Helping to make our home inviting, comfortable and safe for our residents, relatives, visitors and colleagues is absolutely paramount to me. Whilst at the same time maintaining the highest standards in everything that we do for those that have chosen to make Oulton Park their home.

Angela

Angela Williams

Job Title: Care Practitioner Joined: 2007

Hi, I'm Angela and I have worked with Barchester since 2007. I enjoy spending time with the residents and delivering the highest care they deserve.

Beverley

Beverley Hartigan

Job Title: Team Leader Joined: 2012

Hi, I'm Bev. I have worked at Oulton for 13 years and o absolutely love my job and spending time with the residents.

Ann

Ann Meen

Job Title: Team Leader Joined: 2013

Hi I'm Ann, but most know me as Annie. I am a team leader at Oulton park care centre. I have been with Oulton park for over 10 years and I love my job.

Robert

Robert Cable

Job Title: 2nd Chef Joined: 2022

Hi, I'm Bobby. I have worked at Oulton Park for 18 months. I had a great time with the residents and the staff. I am really passionate about cooking and delivering high-quality meals.

Amy

Amy Marshall

Job Title: Hairdresser Joined: 2010

Hello, my name is Amy and I am the Hairdresser here at Oulton Park.


I am available in the Salon every week to ensure the residents are looking they're very best and I always try to be available for special occasions too.


It is always so lovely to chat with the residents and find out the latest news about what they have been doing and all their fantastic stories too about their interesting lives.


 

Frequently Asked Questions about Barchester Oulton Park Care Home

What types of Care is Barchester Oulton Park Care Home 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 Barchester Oulton Park Care Home have?

There are 60 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Barchester Oulton Park Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Barchester Oulton Park Care Home to the centre of Lowestoft?

1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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