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Valley Drive, Countess of Chester Health Pk, Liverpool Road, Chester, Cheshire CH2 1UA
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From the beginning Mum was treated with great care, respect and dignity helping her settle inJo W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Pinetum, Chester
Pinetum, Chester
Pinetum, Chester

Located in the grounds of the Countess of Chester Hospital, Pinetum is a comfortable, purpose-built home. The skilled team provides nursing and respite care for older people, including those who are living with the early stages of dementia.

In addition to light and airy bedrooms, residents at Pinetum also benefit from welcoming living and dining areas where they can socialise or enjoy a slower pace of life.

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Care Provided by Pinetum

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 45 Service Users

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Nursing CareFrom £1,835From £2,064

Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge. Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible.

What’s included?

• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans

• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef

• Access to landscaped gardens

• Activities and lifestyle programme

• All utilities and other accommodation costs

• Housekeeping and laundry services

• WiFi internet access

Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply an agreed hourly charge for this service.

Contact Pinetum 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)

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 £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Narcis Mitu (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2011

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (45)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (4)

Parking

  • On-site

Pinetum Reviews (61)

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9.9

Pinetum has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.883) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Pinetum has 61 reviews.

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Review from M T (Husband of Resident) published on 19 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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Can't praise the manager and staff enough. Excellent.

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Reviews Team at Pinetum

Hi, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Pinetum Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Review from Jackie H (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 October 2024 Submitted via Website
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Pinetum staff are all absolutely fabulous, I cannot thank them enough for the kindness, care, patience, understanding & empathy they have shown my 88-year-old mum. She loves them all, her confidence has grown within the home, and all her needs are met & more. The level of care is of the highest standard, and I totally & utterly recommend Pinetum, especially the fabulous staff! To say they go "above & beyond" is an understatement. Caring staff who really do care. The food is also "amazing", homemade & my mum has eaten things she wouldn't even have tried if I had made them and thoroughly enjoyed every time! Thank you so much Pinetum for caring so much.

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Reviews Team at Pinetum

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Pinetum Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Review from John B (Brother of Resident) published on 22 October 2024 Submitted via Website
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My sister recently spent some time in Pinetum and received wonderful care.
Thanks to all the staff, they made her stay comfortable and treated her in the most friendly way.

During my visits, I could see the wonderful contacts they had with all the patients.

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Reviews Team at Pinetum

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Pinetum Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Review from Gary M (Son of Resident) published on 11 October 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our mum has been well treated and cared for with dignity and respect. The staff have been sensitive to her needs as well as those of her family and we have felt supported through a difficult few months. We are thankful for the kindness and consideration shown by everyone at the home.

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Review from Stephanie H (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 30 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother-in-law was transferred to Pinetum from the hospital, from being greeted at the door to being taken to her room, she was made really welcome. All staff have been professional, kind and reassuring to my mother-in-law and all her visitors. They ensured she was treated with dignity and as an individual at all times. The cleanliness of the room is very high standard as is the home, mother-in-law thinks she's in a hotel as the food is nice.

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Reviews Team at Pinetum

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Pinetum Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Review from Linda Y (Sister of Resident) published on 24 September 2024 Submitted via Website
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My brother has recently been admitted to 'Pinetum' for full-time permanent care. The building is clean and cared for. The rooms are bright and cheerful. The staff are wonderful and we have no hesitation in recommending this Care Home.

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Review from Peter W (Respite Resident) published on 16 July 2024 Submitted via Website
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I am so delighted with all the staff, and the selection of meals provided.
The care and attention afforded to me is inspiring it goes towards my health recovery journey.
My review is my personal experience but I have met other residents who concur with my appraisal.
The choice of activities available is comprehensive and very meaningful.

Especially one staff member who is wonderful.

Reply from Reviews Team, Reviews Team at Pinetum

Hi Peter, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Pinetum Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Review from Anne F (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 2 July 2024 Submitted via Website
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My husband and I visit his sister at Pinetum Care Home and find the standard of care excellent.
All the staff I have encountered are extremely caring and have a good rapport with my sister-in-law who has dementia.
Although my sister-in-law has dementia, her general physical health has improved significantly over the last few weeks.
I also find that on arrival the home smells fresh and inviting.

My husband also states that he is impressed with the cleanliness and tidiness of the home.

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Reviews Team at Pinetum

Hi Anne, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Pinetum Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Review from Vicky W (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 July 2024 Submitted via Website
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My dad is currently receiving excellent care. The staff can't do enough for him and are so friendly and cheerful. He's on respite at the moment but would be happy if he needed to stay long-term. It's very clean and there are several lounges to sit in. Visitors are also made to feel very welcome.

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Reviews Team at Pinetum

Hi Vicky, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Pinetum Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Review from Jackie C (Wife of Resident) published on 25 April 2024 Submitted via Website
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My husband has just had a respite week. He had excellent care. Although he is non-verbal he was able to vigorously nod when I asked him did you enjoy your stay.

So thank you, to all the lovely staff for your care and kindness given.

Reply from Reviews Team, Reviews Team at Pinetum

Hi Jackie, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Pinetum Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Review from L H (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother was transferred to Pinetum for end-of-life care. Throughout her 10-day stay, she received excellent care and was treated with the utmost dignity. Everyone at the home was helpful and supportive from the manager, to the nurses and the domestic staff. Staff provided great support and demonstrated huge kindness and compassion to our family which helped make a really difficult and painful experience more bearable. Thank you.

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Reviews Team at Pinetum

Hi, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Pinetum Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Review from J W (Son of Resident) published on 20 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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Nurses and carers are kind to my mum. She was looked after very well, ie cleaned and cared for, room was clean, and the staff was helpful and friendly.

Overall facilities are good. Visiting hours were open and available.

Reply from Reviews Team, Reviews Team at Pinetum
Hi, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.

At Pinetum Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Review from K E (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 July 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mum was taken to Pinetum for respite after fracturing her leg. She was nervous as she has never been a resident in a nursing home before, but she was made to feel very welcome. The care Mum has received has been amazing and says the carers are more like her friend. The food in the home is outstanding, it’s prepared fresh every day by their chef, they are given a choice each morning for breakfast and lunch, the evening meal is a 3-course menu which is different each night. There are activities in which Mum can get involved in and make friends with the other residents. The resident's rooms are spotlessly cleaned every day, and even better we don’t have to wash Mum's clothes they are all washed, dried and ironed in the laundry. The only sad thing is once Mum is better she will be going home and I know she will miss everyone at Pinetum.

Reply from Martha Piper, Reviews Team at Pinetum
Hi, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Pinetum Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you.

Many thanks, the Care UK team

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Review from Stephen D (Son of Resident) published on 10 July 2023 Submitted via Website
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Loving, caring and very hard-working staff. Very respectful to the patients, the patient's family members and most of all to each other. A fabulous group of people who make a wonderful team. Keep up this special work that you all do and do it so well. Thank you.

Reply from Reviews Team, at Pinetum
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Pinetum Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you.

Many thanks, the Care UK team.

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Review from C D (Grandson of Resident) published on 7 June 2023 Submitted via Website
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The home has been lovely to my nan. Exceptional care, support, kindness and professionalism is given and my nan herself always compliments the home. The activities and opportunities provided are also worth mentioning as the staff are always willing to bring the best out of each resident in a person-centred way. Thank you Pinetum.

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Review from M W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 5 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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Amazing from start to finish. The care provided by all of the staff that worked with my grandmother was excellent. Welcoming when we arrived at first and then daily always a warm welcome. The environment was clean and bright and everyone was so accommodating. Would highly recommend Pinetum in future. Special mention to many of the staff members including the newer guy. Thank you so much for making a terrible time a lot more bearable!

Reply from Martha Piper, Reviews Team at Pinetum
Hi M W, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Pinetum Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

Many thanks, the Care UK team.

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Review from Wendy W (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 February 2023 Submitted via Website
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Both my parents were residents at Pinetum and both spent their final days there. Mum was a resident for two and a half years and my brothers and I cannot speak highly enough of the whole team. The whole staff cared for our family through exceptionally difficult times and we cannot thank them enough for this. The home has an amazing team of friendly, kind, caring and compassionate people and we are extremely grateful for everything they did for Mum and Dad.

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Review from Mike H (Son of Resident) published on 30 November 2022 Submitted via Website
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Mother has been bed-bound at Pinetum for the last twelve months. During this period she has received first class care for which we are very grateful. If there has been a problem the Staff have informed us, saying what the concern was and what action is being taken - very reassuring.
Because of the quality care from all the staff, medical, occupational, catering and cleaners we know mother is in good hands.

The building is overdue refurbishment. The general condition is a bit tired which a redecoration would sort out.

Reply from Samantha Debenham, Personal Assistant at Pinetum

Thank you very much for your review – we’re so pleased your mum is receiving first class care at Pinetum and that you feel well informed. We are also happy to let you know that refurbishments are in the pipeline, it’s currently being discussed.

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Review from Jacky O (Wife of Resident) published on 22 November 2022 Submitted via Website
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Lovely care home with very friendly staff. My husband has been looked after extremely well with all his medical needs and I feel very confident that he is in safe hands when I leave him in the evening. I have visited a few care homes (relatives) in the past, and this home far outshines any of them.

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Review from L C (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 November 2022 Submitted via Website
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We would like to thank all the staff at Pinetum for the continued kindness and support they provided for my mum during her stay. She settled in straight away and had no complaints whatsoever. We would strongly recommend a stay here.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 19 December 2019
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  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Meet the Team (1)

Narcis Mitu
Narcis MituJob Title Home Manager

I worked as a nurse in Romania from 1998 to 2016 when I joined Care UK.

Care UK’s strong values were what made me decide to come to the UK and work here. After speaking with team members in the home, I felt it was a good opportunity for me to develop my career.

When I first joined Care UK, I worked as a nurse. I was soon promoted to Night Nurse Manager, then Deputy Manager and now Home Manager.

My role is to ensure the home is safe and comfortable for residents and to provide support to colleagues in our team. In this role, you need to have strong leadership, communication and time management skills. It’s also important to be confident and experienced and respect others.

My favourite part of the day is our team meeting, where all the colleagues in the home get together and make plans for how we move forward. At Pinetum, we have a strong sense of teamwork, and I’m proud of our colleagues’ commitment, which helps us to get through any challenges together.

Outside of work, I enjoy fishing and reading.

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