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The building is split into discreet units which have been specifically designed using expert experience of caring for complex physical and neurological conditions.
The service focusses on maximising independence and enriching the lives of residents living at the home.
Care Provided by The Burren
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 78 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Contact The Burren 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
- Cornerstone Healthcare Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Lesley Sturgeon(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 18+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2025
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (74)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (74)
Visiting
- There is an open visitor’s policy but the care home asks that you are respectful of your relative/friend’s routine when choosing a time to visit. Please feel free to discuss this with staff supporting the individual. The reception is manned Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm. At the front door, there is a doorbell which connects with reception who will let you in to the building. If there is no one at the reception desk, or you are visiting outside of office hours, please use the bell and one of the team will come to the door as soon as they are able to do so.
Parking
- There is visitor parking available
The Burren Reviews (5)
The Burren has a Review Score of 8.8 (8.821) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Burren has 5 reviews.
my experience has been overwhelming, All the Staff are so polite and caring, infact this is the best place my loved one has been since his accident, Its literally home from home and its nice to see the mood change in a positive way
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that your loved one feels so at home with us and that you have seen such a positive change in mood and wellbeing. Your kind words about our caring and dedicated staff mean so much. We are honoured to be part of your loved ones journey and to provide a true home from home environment for our residents and their loved ones.
Manager and all staff have been the best, supportive, informative, kind from first initial assessment through to current residential placement my little sister and I have experienced during residential care home journey. My sister finally has an amazing quality of life. All staff go above and beyond with their care, understanding, kindness, compassion, constant interaction, communication. I recommend The Burren 100% for anyone who has a loved one in residential care well done and thank you to all staff.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that your sister is enjoying such a positive quality of life at The Burren. Your kind words about our team's support, compassion, communication, and dedication mean so much to us. It is a privilege to care for your sister, and we truly...
The perfect home away from home for my mum. The attention to detail and attention to care is second to none.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that your mum feels so at home with us. Providing attentive, high-quality care is at the heart of everything we do, and your feedback means a great deal to our whole team.
The Burren is somewhere that will take great care of my son. The staff are great and friendly nothing is to much trouble and its a lovely new home for him. So its gives all the family peace of mind.
Thank you so much for sharing this lovely review. We're delighted to hear that your son feels at home at The Burren and that our team's support gives your family peace of mind. Your kind words mean a great deal to us and will ensure your wonderful review is shared with the team.
He is well cared for with personal care and always looks clean and tidy compared to some previous experiences
He has a brain injury resulting in challenging behaviour and we have seen a huge improvement which I didn't expect
For the first time in four years I can leave my son and I don't have any worries
The senior nurses contact me with regular updates . The staff sometimes take him out to the shops
His room is always clean and the meals are fresh and varied
He feels safe and secure
I am so grateful that my 47 year old son is living his life in The Burren
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We are truly delighted to hear that your son has settled in well at The Burren and that you've noticed such positive improvements. Our team works hard to provide compassionate, person-centred care, and it means a lot to know that this...
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Awards / Recognitions (12)
- 04 Jun 2025Recipient: Cornerstone Healthcare Group Ltd
- 03 Jun 2025Recipient: Cornerstone Healthcare Group Ltd
- 07 Sep 2023Recipient: Cornerstone Healthcare Group Ltd
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Burren
What types of Care is The Burren registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does The Burren have?
There are 74 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at The Burren?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is The Burren to the centre of Bristol?
2.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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