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Care Provided by Balmore Country House Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 76 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Contact Balmore Country House Nursing Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- My Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Rebecca Houghton(Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (76)
Visiting
- 365 days a year 24/7
Parking
- Large on site parking area,
Balmore Country House Nursing Home Reviews (42)
Balmore Country House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 8.3 (8.333) out of 10, based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Balmore Country House Nursing Home has 42 reviews.
My mother moved into Balmore Country House on 26th September 2024. The staff from the Manager to the whole team are all highly professional and all possess that can-do attitude. Their approach to care for the residents is exceptional. The home has that airy bright vibe and my mother was very well cared for throughout her stay. I felt highly confident in leaving Mum in the staff's care.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to care for your lovely mother and we are so pleased that she enjoyed her stay.
My father-in-law had Dementia and was a resident of Balmore for about a year. We all found the staff incredibly caring working hard to get to know him, his background and his interests and using these to respond to his needs in a really personalised way. They created resources that reflected his professional career and the phase of life his Dementia placed him in, helping him to settle, feel he belonged and was valued for who he was. Everyone who worked there knew his name and spoke to him when they passed him. Despite events occurring when residents became agitated or incidents occurred, we never saw staff respond in any way except calm and caring. And even when things became problematic, they still worked to find a solution that centred around my father-in-law remaining calm, safe and cared for. As a family, we were always welcomed, with my Mum being invited to share meals and events at the care home with her husband. We will be forever grateful to everyone for their care of him. Thank you.
My father was resident for a week and a half of respite at the Ruddington Retirement Village, part of the Balmore complex. He had a great experience, the staff couldn't have done more and the facilities and his room were very comfortable and extremely clean. He also enjoyed the food and drink, even a little party with dancing. As a family, we found the staff gave useful feedback, were easy to communicate with and his stay was a great success.
Thank you so much for your kind words. Your father was a pleasure to spend time with.
Unfortunately, my sister is not able to make and meaningful contribution regarding her care as, due to her Alzheimer's, she is no longer able to make her views known. However, she does seem to be content, settled and accepting of the situation she is in.
I visited her on a regular and frequent basis and during her three-month stay there I observed how the staff dealing with all aspects of her care were not only professional and diligent in the ways in which they cared for her but also kind and personally involved in doing so.
As she came to her end they showed the greatest compassion to both her and my family and looked after us in a very loving way. They did not have to do that.
Advice - read between the lines of the CQC reports. I decided that Balmore’s “good” was better for my wife than the “excellent” awarded to other perhaps more institutional places in Nottingham.
My mother also had Parkinson's disease and the staff encouraged her and my father to sit out in the beautiful garden in fine weather.
As their health deteriorated more care was given and they had regular visits from the doctor. I would recommend this home to anyone looking for care for their relative.
The home is a quiet, calm and friendly environment. The staff are capable, professional and skilled at their jobs. All the staff I have encountered have been patient, polite and caring. My mum has been a resident for 16 months and the turnover of staff has been low meaning staff know Mum's likes and dislikes well and take care to chat with her while they carry on their jobs.
My granma was admitted to Balmore Country Nursing Home in June 2022 (against our wishes) as she needed to be kept off her back due to a pressure sore. She wasn't kept off her back at all she was flat on her back the whole time. When I questioned a staff member about this I was told she was 'on a tilt'. She wasn't 'on a tilt ' I have pictures. My daughter and her partner visited the Saturday night and whilst they were there my granma was being sick. It took 20 minutes to find somebody to come to my grandma's aid. She was on her back and if my daughter hadn't been there she could've choked. She died in the early hours of Sunday.
My dad and family received the level of care and support we had hoped for. Communication with the administrative staff and nurses was very good, even during Covid lockdowns. End of life care was excellent and Dad was comfortable and calm. Real effort went into out and indoor activities and entertainment.
I think all the staff are wonderful, and nothing is too much trouble. My husband is very well cared for. I am very happy with everything.
We have no complaints at all after ten months and are more than satisfied with all aspects of the care my wife is receiving.
Lovely, hard-working, caring staff. Rooms are very basic. Intrusive residents are dealt with, but consequently, belongings go missing. Mum has spent huge money living there for three-plus years, and the extensions look wonderful. Wheelchairs need maintaining and cleaning more frequently. Overall, staff work with challenging, heavy workload residents. Thank you all.
I could not in all honesty recommend the Balmore Country House as a place to put your loved one if you want them to have reasonable care.
Lovely, friendly, helpful and caring. My only problem is the telephones living abroad this is my only way of communication and I have difficulty in getting through and speaking to my mother.
They were always willing to talk about any concerns. Even though my relative is finding a change of home confusing. I feel happy that she is in very good hands well treated and respected. I'm sure it will soon feel like home.
I was impressed by the level of cleanliness and the staff were most helpful in enabling my mother to adjust to her new setting.
Visiting and Covid testing routine ensures the home is Covid free.
The home is in an attractive rural setting with well laid out lawns and gardens.
As a nurse myself, I have been very happy with the care being given by the staff in this care home. My mother-in-law says that all the staff are nice and very caring towards her. She has a very pleasant room leading into a garden area. Her appetite is poor and the staff always try to find suitable food to tempt her to eat. The home is also very clean. Overall I feel very happy to recommend this home.
The staff have always been helpful. Care appears good from what I have been able to observe during COVID restricted visits.
Always kind and caring to my parents.
In this difficult (COVID) time the staff have been very attentive, professional and caring in settling in a new resident. I have no concerns over their care of my very elderly mother.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 May 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balmore Country House Nursing Home
What types of Care is Balmore Country House Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Balmore Country House Nursing Home have?
There are 76 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Balmore Country House Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Balmore Country House Nursing Home to the centre of Nottingham?
4.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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