Canford Chase

40 Western Road, Branksome Park, Poole BH13 6EU
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  • Canford Chase, Poole
Canford Chase is situated in the select area of Branksome Park and is within easy reach of the award-winning beaches of Poole and Bournemouth. Set in a secluded peaceful garden, it offers five-star luxury accommodation for fifty-two residents.

Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, exercise and arts and crafts sessions. There is the opportunity for gentle gardening activities in the summer sunshine, and there is a busy pen pal scheme.
The home is registered for nursing care and staffed by dedicated nurses and health care professionals with extensive experience in caring for age-related conditions and fully trained in infection control.

Canford Chase is situated in the grounds of a large secluded garden with easy access, mature trees and various seating areas. The tastefully furnished reception with seating area adjoins the extensive ground floor lounge with a large flat-screen television.

The spacious dining room overlooks the grounds and garden. On the first floor, the quiet lounge gives on to two balcony areas. The large and airy lounge on the second floor provides additional television viewing facilities. The home has its own fully equipped hairdressing salon and a selection of specialist bathrooms including a hydrotherapy bath.
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Care Provided by Canford Chase

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 55 Service Users

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • 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 What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1414

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Canford Chase to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Canford Chase to confirm what exactly is included and get an estimate tailored to your care needs:

Funding Types Accepted

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

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Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Charlotte Wilson (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2012

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (53)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (11)

Visiting

  • At Canford Chase, there's no specific visiting hours, all that is asked is that you let the home know your in the building by signing in on the Ipad in Reception, if outside of Reception hours, just ring the bell and a member of staff will enable your visit.

Parking

  • Parking is available on site at Canford Chase, all visitor parking is clearly marked. When coming to view the home, please get in touch and a space can be saved.

Canford Chase Reviews (89)

9.8

Canford Chase has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.825) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Canford Chase has 89 reviews.

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Review from Elizabeth J (Respite Resident) published on 9 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been extremely well looked-after during my 2 and a half weeks stay here. The food is excellent and the choice of meals is appetising. My clothes are laundered daily and returned quickly top marks to all concerned.
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Review from E B (Resident) published on 27 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very pleasant surroundings, comfortable rooms. Excellent dining room, service and food nicely prepared, and adequate meals, free drinks.
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Review from E M (Resident) published on 27 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
Good experience. Food could be better.
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Review from Anne S (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been nursing for over 45 years in a NHS senior position and I can honestly say the standards of care exceeded my expectations. This was a very difficult time for the family as my mother was at the end of her life. From day one all the care she received was exceptional from all staff we encountered.
Her care plan was developed to meet her changing needs and ours. Staff clearly enjoyed their work and showed integrity, care for our family and true professionalism. I would have no hesitation recommending Canford Chase, the standard of care is truly excellent.
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Review from Wayne Y (Son of Resident) published on 14 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are treating mother extremely well 100%.
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Review from Eileen S (Resident) published on 27 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent stay. Staff all very helpful and kind.
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Review from P H (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 1 December 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the warm welcome on my arrival to help me settle in, my friends and I noticed how very kind everyone is. Nothing is too much trouble. There is always someone to talk to or to ask if I am unsure about anything. It amazes me the variety and quality of activities that are laid on and my friends are
always welcome to join in. The food is wonderful. I enjoy the quality and variety. I feel really well looked after here and m happy with the care I receive.
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Review from J C (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother initially came into Canford Chase for respite care but three months on she is now a permanent resident and a different person. She enjoys the many activities, outings and entertainments. Although her mind gets muddled, she is treated kindly and spoken to nicely. Everyone greets her by her
name. The activity staff are wonderful and encourage participation. She has gained some weight eating excellent meals. I would have no hesitation in recommending Canford Chase. All visitors are made very welcome. Thank you to ALL the staff at Canford Chase.
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Review from Paul C (Resident) published on 16 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is my first experience as a resident. I have been very pleasantly impressed. I doubt any future homes I need could be better than Canford Chase.
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Review from Y M P (Respite Resident) published on 11 October 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would not hesitate to recommend Canford Chase as I was very happy there.
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Review from Katharina C (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 20 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What my brother-in-law is experiencing is very good. I can't imagine him living him anywhere else. I knew of the home as I have a friend there and noticed how happy she is there and I knew that this was the best place for my brother-in-law. There is no comparison. My brother-in-law's son came over from
South Africa and he was very impressed with the home and the care. So far no complaints.
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Review from Joan W (Respite Resident) published on 18 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have in the past and will certainly recommend Colton Care in the future. Having volunteered for nearly ten years and became a resident for four weeks after leaving hospital.
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Review from S J K (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father was a resident in Canford Chase for two months. He was 96. The standard of care he received was exemplary. He was treated with great dignity and respect right until the end. His medical needs were always seen to. All the staff were extremely supportive. I often felt he was their only resident.
They always took the time to be there for him and for me. I and my late mother who sadly passed away during those last two months. I will always be eternally grateful for everything Canford Chase did for him. Thank You. I always had peace of mind he was being looked after.
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Review from Simon H (Son of Resident) published on 10 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff have been fantastic.
They are friendly, extremely helpful and polite.
My mother has thoroughly enjoyed herself during her month's respite care at Canford.
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Review from Peter H (Son of Resident) published on 8 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have found the staff to be welcoming, friendly and caring. A nice personal touch; know everyone including family on first name terms. They appear to enjoy their work. Facilities are excellent, immaculate, cleanliness and attention to detail e./g fresh flowers and papers. The gardens are beautifully
maintained providing a lovely environment for residents to relax and enjoy nature. Daily activities/entertainment is varied and inclusive. The food is of good quality and the dining staff are kind and attentive.
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Review from Michael B (Nephew of Resident) published on 2 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am impressed with all aspects of this care home. It feels like a 5-star hotel. The residents are looked after with the utmost care. The nursing is good and the activities throughout the day are stimulating and well organised. My aunt is very well looked after and appreciates the care she receives.
She enjoys the delightful garden and the excellent food and catering. As a visitor, I feel very welcome and enjoy coming here. I cannot praise this home highly enough.
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Review from A R (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 April 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The best nursing and care. Excellent food provision, choice and service as well as "top notch" activities and trips/visits out. Also, constant thought and reinvestment in the lovely garden and premises is much appreciated. I view them all as my second family. Thank you.
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Review from H.G T (Husband of Resident) published on 23 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife has been here for the last 2 weeks. So far, we have found the facilities to be excellent.
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Review from Lee S (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my parents moved into Canford Chase together.
Mum had Alzheimers and was at the end of her life, dad also needed care and support due to a disability following a stroke. The end of life care and kindness given to my mum was outstanding. She could not have been cared for better. The support
and care given to my dad throughout and following mum's death, have been brilliant. He has settled exceptionally well and nothing is too much trouble. The staff, without fail, always act with kindness, dignity and respect. The activities are brilliant. Dad says the food is excellent and family and visitors are always welcomed. Outstanding.
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Review from Horace T (Husband of Resident) published on 13 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A beautifully run care home that I would recommend to anyone.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.825)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.825) out of 10 for Canford Chase 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 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 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 4.825 for Canford Chase is calculated as follows: ( (220 Excellents x 5) + (40 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 263 Ratings = 4.825
  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 Canford Chase is based on 22 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 55 registered maximum number of service users is 11, which has been reached with 22 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: 5 Dec 2018

Overall Outstanding

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Outstanding
  • Responsive Outstanding
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (2)

Charlotte

Charlotte Wilson

Job Title: Home Manager

Charlotte leads the team and is ultimately responsible for every aspect of life in the home, ensuring the highest standards of care and service are delivered. Her door is always open if you have any questions or queries.

Everlyn

Everlyn Mesina

Job Title: Clinical Lead

Everlyn is responsible for leading the team of registered nurses and carers to meet the individual needs of the resident, through the delivery of consistently high levels of clinical care.

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