Aspen Court Care Home

Hope Corner Lane, Taunton TA2 7PB
Review Us
9.6 66 Reviews
  • Aspen Court Care Home, Taunton

Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Permanent Care
  • Detention Under Mental Health Act

Care Types Provided

  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 42 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke

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

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

  • Kim Leech (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • 50 years & over
  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2005
  • Last Refurbishment: 2017
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (42)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (42)

Parking

  • There is a private car park on site

Total of 66, showing 1-20
9.6

Aspen Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.551) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Aspen Court Care Home has 66 reviews.

Overall Experience

  • 56
  • 10
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Date Published

66
5
7
9
57
Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

In the six months my husband has been at Aspen Court he has been so much calmer and happier in himself. It is now a pleasure to visit him and have what I call my special time with him. I believe this is entirely due to the loving care, kindness and attention he is receiving from everyone who works there.
They are wonderful people who are enabling my husband to be the very best that he can be physically and mentally. That care has also been extended to myself as I always feel welcomed each time I visit and part of my husband's new family. My heartfelt thanks go to you all. Carers , nurses, activities staff, office and management and all the support workers , One hundred percent an amazing team !

Reply from Kim Leech, Registered Home Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you so much Bridget, for your lovely review. I'm so pleased you and your husband are part of the Aspen family. Our staff work so hard caring for our residents and their families, with love, compassion and sensitivity, so it is wonderful when they get recognition for all that they do. I will pass on you your thanks and kind words to everyone.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What a fantastic team at Aspen Court. They gave my stepfather above and beyond care during his stay. He was cared for and supported until he passed away. Treated with dignity and respect, a guard of honour was given by the night staff when he was carried from his room. The activities team never give
up trying to interact with residents, lots for everyone to join in and do. I was made to feel welcome and kept up to date with regards to his care. Thank you to every person who works at Aspen.

Reply from Caroline Walton, Quality & Compliance Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are happy that you found Aspen Court went above and beyond to care for your stepfather during his end of life. Please accept our condolences.Kind regards

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I recently visited my husband over the lunch time period. We were asked if we would like to sit outside in the garden for lunch - something we might have done at home. It was lovely and sunny, I noted at least 12 other resident sat under the canopy. The tables were set with cutlery, napkins and drinks
as if in the dinning room. The lunches were wheeled out and all the staff were helping the residents with their food. It was a happy environment with music playing.The staff were patient caring and observant of residents needs. A great deal of effort was made to ensure everyone was okay and happy as they could be. Well done Aspen Court and thank you.

Reply from Caroline Walton, Quality & Compliance Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your lovely comments. We are very pleased that you and your loved one enjoyed the meal outside in the garden at Aspen Court. Kind regards

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Aspen Court provides first class care for residents and also supports residents' families and friends well.
Carers, managers and support staff work well as a team, striving to understand and identify individual residents' needs and provide exceptional levels of care - delivered with patience, good
humour and respect.

Reply from Pip Harris, Marketing Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind review. It is lovely to hear such positive feedback about the care and support our team provides. We're proud of the way our carers, managers, and support staff work together to deliver thoughtful, respectful, and high-quality care tailored to each resident's needs. It's also wonderful to know that our efforts to support families and friends are making a meaningful impact. I will pass your kind words on to the team at Aspen Court who will be delighted to read them. Kind regards, Pip

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my parents have been residents at Aspen Court spanning a number of years. The care is exceptional. Residents are treated with kindness, patience and dignity. Staff go above and beyond to provide individualised care and activities. The activities team are extraordinary providing a choice of stimulating
activities, events and celebrations. Friends and families are encouraged to join in adding to the feeling of a community.
You are welcome to visit at any time and are greeted with kindness by the staff, many of whom I have now known for years.
I am always kept well informed of anything to do with their care and there is always a manager available to discuss any concerns or updates.
In the most difficult of circumstances the staff at Aspen Court enabed my parents to spend precious time together, I cannot thanks them enough or recommend the home more highly.

Reply from Caroline Walton, Quality Support Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words. We are very happy that you found Aspen Court staff were kind and caring and that the activity team were exceptional. We will pass you comments onto the staff.Kind regards

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Friendly caring home.
The staff are amazing. Many have been there for a long time showing how dedicated they are.
The room decor, equipment and facilities could do with some updating, modernising and repairing.

Reply from Pip Harris, Marketing Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're so pleased to hear that you find Aspen Court friendly and caring and that you value the dedication of our team. We also appreciate your constructive comments about the room decor, equipment and facilities. Ensuring a comfortable and welcoming environment is important to us, and we're continuously looking at ways to modernise and improve. I will share your feedback and if you have any further suggestions, we'd love to hear from you directly. Thank you again for taking the time to leave this review. Kind regards.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother lived at Aspen Court for several years with complex health needs. She was treated with dignity, was always clean and the food smelt delicious. Any medical issues, however small were immediately flagged up with me. The home always had themed decorations on display and staff seemed to be much
valued with what seemed to be limited staff turnover. Visiting and seeing familiar faces was comforting and welcoming. The manager always had time for a chat, knowing this was important. Stimulating activities suitable for the needs of residents were on offer and it was nice having the ability to sit outside in the pleasant garden area.

Reply from Caroline Walton, Quality & Compliance Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind comments regarding your mother's care at Aspen Court. We are so happy you and your mother were able to enjoy the time spent at Aspen Court and the garden area. Thank you again.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has been cared for at Aspen Court for over 2 years now and is always looked after with kindness and respect. I would just like to say a really big thank you to all the staff and his carers for this and also thank you for the welcome and friendliness I receive when I visit him. l am always
kept informed of any changes as to how he is. I would also like to say that all staff and carers are really kind respectful and so caring to all the residents there. Thank you all again.

Reply from Pip Harris, Marketing Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you for sharing such heartfelt appreciation for the team at Aspen Court. It is wonderful to hear your positive feedback about the care your husband has received for over two years. It is lovely to know that he is treated with kindness and respect, and we appreciate your acknowledgement of the welcoming and friendly atmosphere during your visits. Our dedicated team is committed to providing compassionate care, and we are delighted to hear that you are kept informed of any changes in his well-being. Thank you again, I will pass your kind words on to the team at Aspen Court. Kind regards.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Aspen Court Care Home is an amazing place with wonderful staff from the cleaners all the way through to the manager.


My dad's care is exceptional and this is down to the high standard of respect and care shown to my Dad.


I have nothing but praise and gratitude for everyone who make every day

for my Dad so special.


A heartfelt thank you to you all.

Reply from Pip Harris, Marketing Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you for your heartfelt review. Residents’ well-being is of utmost importance to us, and we're delighted to know that your Dad is happy at Aspen Court and is receiving the care and understanding he deserves. Our staff genuinely care, and we'll continue to support you and family throughout this journey. Thank you for your trust and kind words.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our experience, my brother, aunty and myself found it second to none. Mum was in there for four years. The staff were so caring towards her and to the family. She was all dressed nicely, they painted her nails often. I thought was lovely! All the staff were always very welcoming on arrival. Always kept
us informed of any changes in her. Couldn't have wished her to spend her last years in any other care home. Her end-of-life care was made as peaceful and comfortable as it possibly could be, so grateful to you all for the care and respect you showed to us too. Once again, thank you to all the staff at Aspen Court. Highly recommend!

Reply from Caroline Walton, Quality & Compliance Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you for your kind words. We are very pleased that you found Aspen Court staff so caring and that your mother was well cared for during her last days.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad is a resident here and has advanced dementia. He has lived in various care homes in the past 3 years and I can honestly say this is the best one he has lived in. It is very clean and fresh and always welcoming. My dad is always clean and very well-presented despite the fact that he can be very
challenging and uncooperative due to his dementia. His clothes are clean and pressed and he appears very happy and settled. The staff are amazing, always helpful and friendly and are very kind to the residents. Thank you on behalf of my dad. You are all amazing.

Reply from Caroline Walton, Quality & Compliance Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words. We are very pleased that you are happy with the care your Dad has at Aspen Court. Kind regards, Caroline.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife is well looked after in Aspen Court, treated humanely as a person, not a number. Aspen Court is a highly competent place with caring staff. I commend it.

Reply from Pip Harris, Marketing Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to write this review. It's great to know that you are happy with your wife's care at Aspen Court and that the staff are friendly and caring. I will pass your kind words on to the Care Home Manager and staff team as I'm sure they'll be pleased to read your review. Many thanks, Pip.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I and the wider family are so grateful for the understanding care given to my husband with dementia. His condition is complex therefore the carers have to demonstrate resilience and compassion day by day. This they certainly do and my husband remains as content as possible in his lost world of dementia.
Thank you to you all.

Reply from Pip Harris, Marketing Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review of our Aspen Court Care Home. It is wonderful to hear that your husband is content at Aspen Court, thank you for entrusting us to take care of your husband. I will pass your kind words on to the manager and staff team at the home as I'm sure they'll be touched to read them. Take care, Pip

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My husband has been in Aspen Court Care Home since February 2021 and I am very satisfied that there was a place available for him when he needed it. He could not be in a better place as the staff are all so kind, caring, and cheerful even when he presents difficulties due to his condition. It is clean,
comfortable and a happy atmosphere, despite the extra strain of coping during the Covid pandemic. Everyone can be seen to be doing their best at all times, I am always made welcome and notified of any problems and I would have no hesitation in recommending it highly.

Reply from Pip Harris, Marketing Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Hi Patricia, thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation of our Aspen Court Care Home. It's lovely to hear that your husband is comfortable and happy at Aspen Court and our staff have always been welcoming and friendly to you and included you in your husband's care. I will pass your kind words on to the manager and staff team as I am sure they'll love to read your review. Take care, Pip.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care provided by Aspen Court has always been exemplary. The staff are all wonderful. They have never failed to communicate any problems with my dad's health and any changes to his care and medication. My dad has always been treated with respect, and everyone has been very caring, even though he
had very complex health problems. Following my dad's stroke it was his choice not to join in with activities and stay in his room.

Reply from Pip Harris, Marketing and Recruitment Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words. We have a wonderful staff team who are committed to providing a very high standard of care and I'm sure they'll be delighted to read your lovely review. Wishing you and your family well. Kind regards, Pip

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A massive thank you to everyone at Aspen Court for the care they showed my mum over the last 3.5 yrs. The care mum received was exceptional. She passed away at the home recently and myself and my sister were treated so kindly and mum cared for with great sensitivity and kindness. All the staff, the
nurses, manager, cleaners, laundry personal, activity staff, receptionists, kitchen staff and the handyman, treated us and mum with the utmost respect. We really could not have asked for more. It has been a very difficult year with the pandemic but all the staff had mums best interests at heart and did their very best to ensure mum was as happy as she could be, despite her failing health. Thank you so much, everyone. My family and I will miss visiting you all!

Reply from Caroline Walton, Quality & Compliance Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Dear Helen, thank you so much for your lovely comments in regards to the care your Mum received at Aspen Court. We will ensure all staff are aware of your kind comments. Kindest regards.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad passed away last December 2020 after being there nearly 3 years, I can only speak very highly of all concerned, they were all so kind, thoughtful, caring and showed the utmost respect for dad, he was always kept clean tidy and they always put dad's interests first. They are more than carers,
they were part of his extended family.

Reply from Caroline Walton, Quality & Compliance Manager at Aspen Court Care Home

Dear Wendy, thank you for your lovely comments. We are so happy when families are happy with the care their loved ones receive. Thank you again. Kind regards.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot put into words how grateful I am for the absolute care, love and attention my father received during his stay at the home. It was a very difficult time with the limitations and restrictions of Covid and not being able to visit, but when we were able to, we could see that there was no doubt
that he'd been in the best care. We were informed daily of our father's progress. The room and facilities were the best for his comfort. He was always freshly dressed, clean-shaven and full dignity kept. All the carers we met were polite and could not do enough for us. Thank you.

Reply from Immacolata Jacobs, Media Marketing at Aspen Court Care Home

We greatly appreciate the time you have taken to complete this wonderful review. It is lovely to read your positive comments on the care and support received by your father and that you and your family were fully supported too. Our staff take great care and respect when providing support for all our residents and their loved ones. And we are particularly proud of the incredible work they do each and every day while we work through COVID-19.
I will personally ensure that all the team are aware of your comments and feedback.
Kindest Regards.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Support and staff excellent.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been unable to visit my father, as I live abroad. However, I call the home on a weekly basis, and whenever I ring, the staff are wonderful. Very friendly and always willing to find my father, so that we can talk. My mum obviously cannot visit now, due to the lockdown, but when she was visiting
regularly, she told me how fantastic the staff were, how much care they took of my father, and how welcome she always felt while visiting him.
It's hard to be so far from my dad, and unable to visit, but knowing he's in a place where he's treated well, and with care and respect, makes it easier to bear.
I appreciate all the hard work, care and professionalism that the staff provide, and thank them all from the bottom of my heart.

Reply from Immacolata Jacobs, Media Marketing at Aspen Court Care Home

We really appreciate the time you have taken to complete this wonderful review. Our staff take great care and respect when providing support for all our residents and their loved ones. And we are particularly proud of the incredible work they do each and every day while we work through COVID-19. I will personally ensure all the team at Aspen Court are aware of your positive feedback. We look forward to welcoming you all back soon, take care.

Facilities

Care / Support

Cleanliness

Treated with Dignity

Food & Drink

Staff

Activities

Management

Safety / Security

Rooms

Value for Money

Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.551)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.551) out of 10 for Aspen Court Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 9 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.651 for Aspen Court Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (79 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 106 Ratings = 4.651

  • b) 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 4.9 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Aspen Court Care Home is based on 9 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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 = 3.9

    • ii) 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 42 registered maximum number of service users is 8.4, which has been reached with 9 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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: 26 Mar 2019

Overall
Good

  • Caring

    Good
  • Effective

    Requires improvement
  • Responsive

    Good
  • Safe

    Good
  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

View Latest Report

Bed Vacancies

Please Contact Us for Latest Vacancies

Loading

Loading
Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading events

Loading

Awards / Recognitions (1)

Loading...

Meet the Team (1)

Kim

Kim Leech

Job Title: Care Home Manager

Joined: 2008

Kim joined Notaro Care Homes in January 2008 as registered manager of Aspen Court Nursing Home, a home she managed successfully until last October, when she temporarily transferred to open and manage our newest home, Casa di Lusso, Bridgwater. Kim has since returned to Aspen Court Care Home Taunton after spending a year at Casa, helping to establish our newest dementia nursing home. Her career in care spans over 30 years, working for Somerset Mental Health Partnership in various capacities including Staff Nurse, Community Outreach Nurse and managing wards. Throughout her career, Kim has gained many sector specific qualifications including her NVQ Level 4 Leadership & Management qualification for registered managers.


Kim’s love of her job and her residents is clearly displayed by her work ethic; she is a dedicated, loyal manager who is respected by all.


In her spare time, Kim loves watching F1, learning about local and national history and delving into a great book.
Please feel free to contact Kim directly at kim.leech@notarohomes.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions about Aspen Court Care Home

What types of Care is Aspen Court Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Permanent Care & Detention Under Mental Health Act are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Aspen Court Care Home have?

There are 42 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Aspen Court 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, Lift, Wheelchair Access, 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 Aspen Court Care Home to the centre of Taunton?

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

Information on this page is displayed without responsibility for its accuracy on the part of carehome.co.uk. Please contact Aspen Court Care Home to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. Aspen Court Care Home has an Enhanced Service - more info.