Braeburn Lodge

Bath Road, Beenham, Reading RG7 5JB
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  • Braeburn Lodge, Reading
Braeburn Lodge is a residential home located in Beenham, near Reading.

Opened in July 2018, Milkwood Care has totally transformed what used to be a public house, into a luxury 12 bedroom home for up to 14 residents which includes two double rooms. All rooms are tastefully decorated to the residents' colour wishes. You choose!

Each of the 12 en-suite bedrooms is individually designed and styled, each featuring a walk-in shower and private lounge area.

Residents and staff love this light and airy home that features generous living space and parking.

The home has retained many attractive, original character features of the old building.
Everyone at the home enjoys scenic views and access to beautifully landscaped gardens, featuring apple trees, fruit trees, a feature fish pond and the resident ducks!

The home offers around the clock 24/7 care as well as respite (pending room availability) for those who need a little respite, allowing their family member a well-earned break, holiday or special event (two week minimum respite care).

This home is the residents' home. The residents choose, they make their preferences known. The residents have choices on what they like, what they want and what makes them tick! The team listen and are privileged to work in the residents' home to support their every need.

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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Detention Under Mental Health Act
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 14 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Convalescent Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke

Facilities

  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1650 – £1850
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1700 – £1900
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1700 – £1900
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1800 – £2000

Fees are calculated on a needs-based assessment

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

Funding Types Accepted

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

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Cris Arnold (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • To be discussed upon admission
  • Ages from 18 to 70

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2018
  • Last Refurbishment: 2018
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (10)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)

Visiting

  • Open door policy

Parking

  • Secure Parking available to the front and rear of the building

Braeburn Lodge Reviews (70)

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Braeburn Lodge has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.940) out of 10, based on 38 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Braeburn Lodge has 70 reviews.

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Review from Sharon J (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father in law has recently moved to Braeburn Lodge. He is severely affected by dementia. We have only praise for the staff at Braeburn. They have been patient, kind, caring and understanding of all dad's needs during this early settling in period. Our daily enquiries have been met with honesty and
kindness. They have treated all his needs professionally and with respect.
We are still very new to the care system, Braeburn Lodge exceeds our expectations and we would recommend it without reservation.

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Review from Richard C (Son of Resident) published on 3 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother is now a resident here and suffers from dementia. The staff have been marvellous at settling her in and making her feel welcome. There are only 12 rooms so it has the feel of a guesthouse rather than a care home. It's very light, airy and modern with a large communal kitchen, living room
and conservatory, as well as a lovely garden.
I'd always promised my mother I'd never put her in a home; however, it had reached the point where it was no longer safe for her to stay in her own home. I'm so relieved to know she is somewhere where she is well looked after, has lots of activities, social stimulation and lots of trips out too.
She's settled in really well and I would definitely recommend Braeburn Lodge.

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Review from Bob S (Brother of Resident) published on 31 January 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Not being previously too familiar with care homes, I was amazed at the care and comfort that my sister is receiving here. The staff are enthusiastic, caring and attentive to the residents and staff. I have dined at the Home and the food is first class. Regular outings and indoor entertainments are held.
Cleanliness is superb.

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Review from David R (Son of Resident) published on 15 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Following a fall at home and a stay in the hospital, it became clear that my very independent mum would now need full-time professional care. We were by far most impressed with Braeburn Lodge. With only twelve beds, it suited mum, who is not a lover of large numbers of people. The staff are welcoming,
motivated, happy and very caring, with nothing too much trouble for residents and visitors alike. With a dedicated events team, the range of activities is varied and engaging, including boat trips. A hairdresser and chiropodist visit regularly. All these are included in the fees, so mum has no need to worry about handling cash.
The communication is excellent, with every detail of mum's care being discussed and reported as necessary. The choice and quality of meals are first class with a full-time chef cooking everything from fresh.
We were very worried as a family how she would cope in a cared for environment. We needn't have, she is very much enjoying life, all thanks to the amazing staff.

Reply from Grant Douglas, Operations Director at Braeburn Lodge

Thank you for your lovely review which will be passed to our dedicated team at Braeburn Lodge.

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Review from G W (Son of Resident) published on 26 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very friendly staff.

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Review from Karen W (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 17 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent accommodation and staff. Happy my mother-in-law is being looked after well in her remaining years.

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Review from Robert B (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 8 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are amazed at the way my mother-in-law has adapted to life in residential care and we are sure that this is in large part owing to the all-round care that she is receiving. We have been particularly impressed with the way that Braeburn Lodge has taken responsibility for her health needs, working
in conjunction with her new GP. Communication from the home has been excellent both from the management and the staff.

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Review from Brenda H (Friend of Resident) published on 2 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We find our friend to be well cared for. The staff are always friendly to her and us and willing to help and answer questions. She appears to be happy and settled in the circumstances of this being a new, different experience and environment for her.

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Review from Sarah M (Wife of Resident) published on 24 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I know my husband is a difficult patient and I am really grateful for the care, patience and expertise which he is receiving. Thank you.

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Review from Kim W (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

First time of using this or any other facility for respite care. My initial visit was very welcoming and informative. To arrange the respite care was very easy. The Lodge is very clean fresh and airy. As it’s only been open a short while as to be expected everything is in excellent order. ALL staff
have been brilliant, helpful in answering my queries and thoughtful and accommodating to my mother. The activities are great with plenty of interesting outings. Food is varied and I have been delighted to see my mother eating with enthusiasm again. Big thanks to all at Braeburn Lodge for helping to make the respite care a big positive in my family’s life. Will use again without a doubt.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.940)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.940) out of 10 for Braeburn Lodge is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 38 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 38 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 4.940 for Braeburn Lodge is calculated as follows: ( (425 Excellents x 5) + (25 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 451 Ratings = 4.94

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Braeburn Lodge is based on 38 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 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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 14 registered maximum number of service users is 2.8, which has been reached with 38 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: 28 Aug 2019

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  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

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

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Meet the Team (1)

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Cris Arnold

Job Title: Registered Manager

Joined: 2015

Enjoys gardening in her spare time.

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