Mayfield Drive, Durleigh, Bridgwater TA6 7JQ
The Rosary is a stunning refurbished Jacobean-style care home, situated in Durleigh on the outskirts of Bridgwater and boasts two fantastic communities; Primrose and Snowdrop.
With a team dedicated to providing care with kindness, residents are supported to live life to the full in beautiful surroundings.
Primrose offers smaller, individual suites which providing both residential care and nursing care. It has welcoming lounges, which are the perfect place to enjoy activities, relax with a good book or catch up with family and friends, who are welcome to visit at any time. Nearly all of the bedrooms are en-suite and come with television and telephone points. The home also has Wi-Fi.
Snowdrop House is a purpose built community for people living with a dementia that also require nursing care. All of the bedrooms include wet rooms and fitted furniture, with many offering garden views. The communal areas open up onto a secure, sensory gardens where residents can enjoy spending time in the sun, or taking part in gardening clubs – just a short walk from their lounge. The staff are trained specifically to support those living with a dementia, as well as providing support to their loved ones.
Residents enjoy nutritious home-made meals in the dining areas throughout the home, as well as freshly baked cakes which are served daily across The Rosary. Both Primrose and Snowdrop have dedicated full-time activities coordinators who tailor programs to the wishes of their residents to ensure that the activities programs are both relevant and enjoyable for those taking part.
Group: Sanctuary Care Ltd
Person in charge: Natali Edwards (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services: Somerset County Council (click for contact details)
Type of Service: Care Home with nursing – Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned , Registered for a maximum of 102 Service Users
Registered Care Categories*: Dementia • Detention Under Mental Health Act • Mental Health Condition • No Medical Intervention • Old Age • Physical Disability • Sensory Impairment
Specialist Care Categories: Alzheimer's
Admission Information: Ages 60+.
Single Rooms: 102
Rooms with ensuite WC: 99
Facilities & Services: Palliative Care • Day Care • Respite Care • Convalescent Care • Physiotherapy • Separate Dementia Care Unit • Own GP if required • Own Furniture if required • Pets by arrangement • Smoking not permitted • Close to Local shops • Near Public Transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Gardens for residents • Residents Kitchenette • Phone Point in own room/Mobile • Television point in own room • Residents Internet Access
Latest Care Quality Commission* Report on The Rosary Nursing Home: click here
* Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.
The Review Score of 8.5 (maximum of 10) for The Rosary Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
a) The Average Rating is 4.1 out of 5 from 19 Reviews over all time. This Average Rating is also the rating value for The Rosary Nursing Home in Google's Search Results - more info
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.4 out of 5 from 8 positive Reviews in the last 12 months.
a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating of all Reviews over all time. For each review the Care Home / service is rated Excellent, Good, Satisfactory, Poor or Very Poor on a number of areas eg Staff, Management etc. The Care Home receives points for each rating as follows: Excellent = 5. Good = 4. Satisfactory = 3. Poor = 2. Very Poor = 1. These points are added up and then divided by the total number of completed ratings to generate the average rating.
The Average Rating of 4.134 for The Rosary Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (75 Excellents x 5) + (104 Goods x 4) + (30 Satisfactorys x 3) + (5 Poors x 2) + (2 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 216 Ratings = 4.134
b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 12 months. If there are no Positive Reviews in the last 12 months, then 2.5 points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 2 years. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with 'Extremely Likely' or 'Likely' in answer to the question 'How likely are you to recommend this Care Home to friends and family if they needed similar care or treatment?'
The 5 points available are broken down as follows:
4 points are available for the first 5 Positive Reviews, 3 points for the first Positive Review and then 0.25 Points for each of the next 4 Positive Reviews.
1 point is available for reaching a target number of Positive Reviews based on 20% of the number of registered maximum number of service users. If the target is partially reached then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home with 50 registered maximum number of service users has a target of 10 Positive Reviews, if it has 10 or more Positive Reviews it will receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews will receive 0.7 points.
If there are no Positive Reviews in the last 12 months, then 2.5 points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 2 years. The calculation is the same as above, except the points are divided by 2.
The 4.392 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Rosary Nursing Home is based on 8 positive Reviews in the last 12 months and is calculated as follows:
3 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.25 = 4
Target of 20.4 positive Reviews (102 registered maximum number of service users ÷ 5). 8 Reviews ÷ 20.4 Target = 0.392
When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
The Rosary Nursing Home has a Review Score of 8.5 (8.526) from 19 Reviews
Review submitted from a Postal Card by H S (Daughter of Resident) on Tuesday 26 September 2017. Relates to September 2017.
I am happy to say I have seen several improvements to my concerns during recent months. The numbers of staff per shift has increased and this has lead to a much calmer atmosphere, and the care staff are able to spend more time with the residents paying attention to all their needs. The nurses and care staff are all excellent and we hope that they will be given the encouragement and remuneration to remain working at The Rosary. There is now a very good range of activities and entertainment available to all. I feel there is a much-improved structure to the general running of the home, which can only be a good thing!
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by J H (Friend of Resident) on Monday 25 September 2017. Relates to September 2017.
I do not know anything about the management, cost or facilities. I have been visiting my friend for a number of years in this care home and have found the staff to be friendly and caring and ready to listen and act on any concerns which have been mentioned. So much depends on the numbers of staff on duty. This is not an easy task in any way to care for loved ones who have severe dementia and a lot depends on the mentors who have the responsibility to teach the new beginners and show them carefully what is needed.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Patricia P (Wife of Resident) on Friday 22 September 2017. Relates to September 2017.
I have found the nursing home very friendly and welcoming. The staff are always cheerful and the food is very good.
The home is always kept clean and my husband has had good care and kindness.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by B L (Son-in-law of Resident) on Friday 22 September 2017. Relates to September 2017.
The staff are very caring.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Marian T (Wife of Resident) on Monday 18 September 2017. Relates to September 2017.
All the staff are wonderful. I am very pleased my husband is being looked after so well.
Thank you.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Ron H (Husband of Resident) on Monday 18 September 2017. Relates to September 2017.
The overall care is excellent and all the staff I have met appear caring and conscientious.
Standard of food is excellent. I have paid for lesser food quality in a restaurant.
The actual "nurses" in blue cannot be faulted and I have found them to be both efficient and caring. The management struggle at times with staffing levels but always maintain a positive helpful approach.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by J B (Son of Resident) on Monday 18 September 2017. Relates to September 2017.
We would like to see some plain English food and assistance with cutting it up, also a bib, they never seem to arrive.
For £975 a week, paid by us, sometimes it's a bit disappointing.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Unlikely
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Natali Edwards, Home Manager at The Rosary Nursing Home responded to this review on 10 Oct 2017:
Home manager said: Thank you for your review - I am really disappointed to read your comments. We always pride ourselves on the variety of food available for residents throughout the day and night which includes a meat, fish and vegetarian option daily and our chef will happily make something else if our residents don’t like what is on offer. Also, we are very mindful that we are available to provide support to those residents who need it during mealtimes. Please do come and speak to me about your concerns as I’m very keen to get these resolved.
Review submitted from a Postal Card by C P (Resident) on Monday 18 September 2017. Relates to September 2017.
I can't fault the staff, who are friendly, approachable and caring. It's like having a second family.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Ann H (Daughter of Resident) on Monday 18 September 2017. Relates to September 2017.
I think security is very poor regarding residents personal items.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Unlikely
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Natali Edwards, Home Manager at The Rosary Nursing Home responded to this review on 10 Oct 2017:
Home Manager said: Thank you for your review – I am really disappointed to read your comment as we take the security of residents’ personal items very seriously. If you would like to speak to me further please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Susan H (Daughter of Resident) on Tuesday 20 June 2017. Relates to June 2017.
I have found the care home excellent in every way very, they are supportive to my husband and myself. Very caring and helpful and I have recommended this nursing home to friends and family.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by M T (Wife of Resident) on Tuesday 28 March 2017. Relates to March 2017.
Following a spell in hospital, my 79-year-old husband has been recuperating for the last six weeks at The Rosary. As he is on a large number of pills (medication) and eye-drops so his care is not simple. I have found the staff at all levels, helpful, kind and competent during this and previous stays. There are also interesting things available during afternoons (such as music entertainer).
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Elizabeth G (Wife of Resident) on Thursday 24 November 2016. Relates to November 2016.
Very happy with everything. Odd day I find my husband not quite right but it gets sorted.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Website Submission by Keith Gridley (Son of Resident) on Friday 14 October 2016. Relates to October 2016.
My father was taken ill and admitted to hospital. He was my mother's carer and as a result, we had to find somewhere for my mother to stay as she could not look after herself at home. Social Services were contacted and the Rosary was recommended to us. On arrival, we were met by the manager who welcomed my mother and took us to her room which is en-suite and has a window overlooking the Quantock hills. She was made very welcome and shown where things were and how to get assistance. Due to circumstances, her stay has been made permanent. She is being very well looked after and all the staff are very friendly and helpful. The meals are very good and if required relatives are able to have lunch on site during their visit if pre-booked at a small cost. Mother is transported by the home to hospital appointments when needed with a carer to look after her. Activity days are provided for residents to take part in if they wish. I would like to say a very big thank you to all staff.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Janet B (Daughter of Resident) on Tuesday 20 September 2016.
Mum was here for 9 1/2 years. Had extremely good care. Any issues were dealt with fast. Mum was very happy here. Staff are always helpful and polite. The Rosary Nursing Home feels like a second home, I feel happy when I leave here.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Tracy B (Friend of Resident) on Wednesday 25 May 2016. Relates to May 2016.
I have several experiences of friends and loved ones being in The Rosary, some good and some not so. The negative ones were several years ago and I must say that I think there have been many great improvements made in recent years. My husbands grandmother has recently passed away after being there for several years and we have nothing but praise for her stay there. I also visit a very good friend there now and I would say some of the staff go above and beyond with their care and attention but unfortunately a few could do better.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by William G (Resident) on Wednesday 25 May 2016. Relates to May 2016.
Well looked after. Noisy.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Susan H (Wife of Resident) on Tuesday 24 May 2016. Relates to May 2016.
My husband has bee at The Rosary two and a half years and has been looked after to a very high standard. Management and staff very caring and a lot of support. The home is kept very clean and I have recommended to friends and they have come to the home.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by J B (Daughter of Resident) on Friday 20 May 2016. Relates to May 2016.
I visit my mother everyday and on numerous occasions my mothers sheets have smelt of urine, she has had the same clothes on for 4 days until I complained. The home is lovely. Just few things that need addressing. The staff are fantastic, helpful and friendly just certain issues need correcting.
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, Senior Nurse at The Rosary Nursing Home responded to this review on 06 Jun 2016:
Thank you for your positive comments about our team. Whilst I am sorry to read your concerns relating to bedding and clothing I am pleased to hear, on speaking to you, they have already been resolved
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Mervyn G (Wife of Resident) on Thursday 19 May 2016. Relates to May 2016.
During the few weeks that my wife has been here we have found all the staff to be very helpful and the place is kept clean and I am told the food is good.
How likely would you be to recommend The Rosary Nursing Home? Extremely Likely
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