Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

German Road, Bramley, Tadley RG26 5GF
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Cherry Blossom Manor is a beautiful purpose built nursing and residential home set in the leafy rural village of Bramley. Finished and furnished to an extremely high standard offering a homely yet first class spacious environment with plentiful landscaped gardens and en-suite shower rooms for every resident.

The dedicated and experienced team are passionate about providing quality care and specialist 24hr nursing that affords the best possible alternative for those who are no longer able to manage at home. Carers empower residents to regain independence, choice and freedom in their lives in a safe and comfortable setting.

The Memory-Lane Community specialises in innovative dementia care to enable every resident to thrive in an environment designed to stimulate and enrich their lives whilst giving families peace of mind and security. A person centred team are experienced in responding to the challenges that dementia presents, at whichever stage of the journey.
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Care Provided by Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 77 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent 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
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1776

This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor 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)

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Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Gigi Despojo (General Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 55+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (77)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (77)

Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor Reviews (193)

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Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.887) out of 10, based on 37 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor has 193 reviews.

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Review from Reg H (Husband of Resident) published on 10 May 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We have been so impressed with the standard of care at Cherry Blossom, and it is showing results for both of us. I am glad of this opportunity to express our appreciation for the efforts taken on our behalf.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorHi Reg, thank you for this wonderful feedback. It definitely will inspire my team when I get to share this with all of them.
I am pleased that we are able to enrich your lives together.
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Review from Roger W (Husband of Resident) published on 2 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have written to the Head of Memory Lane to thank her for the wonderful care that my wife received on Memory Lane. It far exceeded my expectations and I could not have been happier with Cherry Blossom Manor. I would recommend it unreservedly to anyone who was wanting to place a relative in care. One
hears so many bad reports about care homes, but Cherry Blossom is clearly an exception. Apart from the lovely environment, it was clean and always well staffed with kind and attentive carers who really seemed to enjoy their job.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorDear Roger, such an amazing compliment for all of us here at Cherry. Your wife will have a special place in our hearts and we will miss your visits here as well in the home.
If you wish to see us and the home, have a cup of tea and cake perhaps please feel free to do so. You are welcome here at any time.
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Review from C C (Son of Resident) published on 20 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We needed to identify respite care for my father at very short notice. Cherry Blossom was very accommodating and welcoming which made my father's move to a nursing home environment easy and he was immediately made to feel comfortable and safe which was a great comfort to the family.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorDear Mr Charles,
This is a great encouragement for the Cherry Blossom team. I hope your dad is well and good, especially since being back together with his wife, your mum.
I will make sure that my team knows about your positive feedback.
Cheers!
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Review from A P (Son of Resident) published on 8 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother moved to Cherry Blossom Manor in November 2019. She settled quickly and enjoyed the activities organised for her. She had a mobile phone in her room and spoke to her daily. She told us how well she was being looked after and often whilst we were talking in the evening someone would pop in
with a cup of tea and a biscuit for her. Lockdown curtailed our visits to her but we were still able to talk and the home provided a tablet so that we could video call her too. They set up a Covid safe pod which we could book to use, she could sit on the other side of the screen and see the family. The pandemic reduced her activities and she began to decline. Towards the end of 2021, we were able to visit face to face again and brought her out for tea occasionally. Sadly her dementia accelerated and she passed away in November 2021. The staff at the home were extremely caring and it was great to learn how much she had become part of their "family." We are very grateful to all her carers.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorWe know that this is a difficult season for you and your family losing your mum but on behalf of my team, I would like to say thank you very much for your generous words to the team and to the home. This really means so much to us. I will make sure that Cherry Blossom staff will get to have your feedback.
Take care. Your mum will always be remembered here.
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Review from J O (Resident) published on 14 January 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have never been so calm and relaxed.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, General Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorThank you that you found your new home to be calmed and relaxed. We will continue to make the place as homely as it can be for you and a well-loved cat.
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Review from P J (Husband of Resident) published on 20 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care home, cheerful, clean, caring and efficient. Always a pleasant welcome. My wife seems happy and contented in spite of her illness.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorYou have always been kind with inspiring us all with your compliments.
I will pass this to the whole team. This will encourage us all to continue serving our residents to the best that we can in their best interest.
Take care of yourself too. Thank you very much.
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Review from A C (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It was a tough decision to move my mum into a care home. But, the care, support and kindness that mum has received since arriving shows us it was the right decision. The team at Cherry Blossom are always helpful and they give mum the time to do daily living tasks and activities. They are very good at
encouraging mum to do as much as she can for herself. The staff communicate with the family well. Thank you to all the staff for all you do and for always being so cheerful and positive.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorThis is very encouraging to the whole team and I will make sure that they know about your generous and kind compliment.
I hope you are all keeping yourself well as we all try our best here too for our residents and our family.
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Review from G C (Wife of Resident) published on 8 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my husband was transferred from another home into Cherry Blossom his condition is slowly improving. His weight had plummeted as he had not been eating properly or dinging. He is now beginning to gain weight and is more relaxed and much happier.
I am so relieved that he is now being well looked
after and in the safe hands of good dedicated staff.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorYou had been persistent in the beginning that your husband should be here until you were able to do so finally.
I'm more than glad that you are relieved and have peace of mind knowing that he is well looked after here safely.
Thank you also for this encouragement. I will make sure that the team knows about your feedback.
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Review from M N (Niece of Resident) published on 8 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been very happy with the care of our aunt. The staff on the memory lane unit have been kind, considerate and caring. As we didn't live in the area it was difficult to visit regularly and we were always well-informed about our aunt's health and well-being. There was always a warm welcome from
all the staff and the environment was clean, safe and bright.
It takes teamwork to produce that environment and this was certainly the case at Cherry Blossom. Thank you
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorThank you very much that even in your grief you still took the time to write a heartfelt compliment to us all here.
We would like to let you know also that we appreciate your kindness to us each time you pay a visit to your Aunt and the times that we have to close the home for visits.
Take care. I will pass this to all the team
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Review from H A (Respite Resident) published on 22 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent service. All the staff are wonderful. The atmosphere is very friendly and helpful. The food is good. Lovely hotel.
Overall enjoyed my stay here.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorWe truly enjoyed your stay also here at Cherry. You have been very generous with your compliment to us. We are happy that you had a wonderful stay with us and looking forward to the time should you wish to come back here.
I will make sure that the team is aware of your feedback.
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Review from J B (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Right from the beginning enquiry, I was very impressed with the advice and help provided. The care provided to my parents was exceptional, especially when my father passed away during his respite care. The emotional support and kindness shown to my mother in the week after was exceptional. I cannot
praise everyone enough.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorThank you very much that in your hardest times (losing your dad) you still took time to review us. I really really appreciate that.
Your mum is a woman of strength and wisdom. We always told her that when she feels lonely, the home is always open for her.
Take care of each other. I will make sure that this lovely feedback is shared with the whole team.
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Review from J W (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't recommend Cherry Blossom Manor highly enough. They cared for Mum for 10 days respite and she received the best care and looked so well when I picked her up. I wouldn't hesitate to ask them to look after her again. Thank you all so much.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorThank you very much for taking the time to compliment the whole team. This means so much to us as we continue to provide premium care for all of the residents we serve.
This will be shared with all of the department.
Again, we truly appreciate your heartfelt feedback.
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Review from N C (Son of Resident) published on 20 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father was a resident for three weeks at Cherry Blossom on a respite basis. The home is very clean and the staff are very pleasant. We were very happy with the standard of care provided and the standard of the home. We would recommend the home. It is expensive which may affect decisions for any future
stays.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, General Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorThank you for taking the time to review us. I am happy to know that your father's short stay with us was pleasant and that we were able to meet his need and your expectation. I will make sure that my team is aware of your kind feedback. We need this to inspire and encourage ourselves to do more and make a good difference in the lives of our residents. Again, our heartfelt thanks.
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Review from R M (Husband of Resident) published on 13 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The home is well run with very caring capable staff who are dedicated to a very high standard.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, General Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorThank you for taking the time to review us. Thank you for the opportunity of caring and serving your wife. I will share this feedback with the team.
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Review from John S (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 10 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife's parents moved into Cherry Blossom over 3 years ago, both having various care needs. Mum had severe dementia. Both of them have subsequently died. The care and concern shown by both the care and nursing staff was second to none. Even the cleaning and kitchen staff showed care and understanding.
All involved supported the resident, as well as the family members, with empathy and respect. It was touching to see how involved the staff were their lives. Some of the staff have be friends. Personally, I cannot speak highly enough of the staff and the level of care. Thanks you all so much
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorHi John,
Thank you for the trust and confidence you have given us all in looking after your parents (in-law). Thank you for taking the time to compliment my whole team on the care and service we rendered to both of them as well as the assurance given to the family from the beginning.
I will make sure that the whole team gets to know this heartfelt feedback.
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Review from P G (Husband of Resident) published on 21 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My wife was a resident at Cherry Blossom Manor for 2 weeks in June for respite care. The home was chosen as my son and daughter live nearby and are able to visit. My dealings with management and staff was efficient, helpful, cheerful and friendly. I was most impressed with the care and professionalism
of the nurse and felt my wife was in excellent hands to cope with my wife's dementia and ensure her safety and care. I was able to go away relaxed, and my wife settled well. I am unable to comment on facilities, food and activities as I was not there - my wife is unable to comment in any meaningful way.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorDear P G,
Thank you, it's great to know that you were able to relax whilst we looked after your wife. Thank you also for your kind feedback on our care and service. I will share this with the team.
Looking forward to the next respite stay.
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Review from S W (Wife of Resident) published on 23 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Outstanding care provided by all the staff. Staff have unique insight into my husband's condition and they are superb advocates for him, especially when assessments are needed. All the staff provide 24-hour care and supervision for him. He is now safe and I have peace of mind. At home, I was worried
he would have a catastrophic accident. You all keep my husband safe and well.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorDear S W,
You truly encourage us all with your feedback. I will make sure that my team in all departments will know about this as it takes a whole team to deliver a premium service for each resident to experience.
Thank you very much for your kind and inspiring words.
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Review from Tom T (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 21 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
I have a room visit booked today. I arrived in time, but no one is available when the "reception" button is pressed? Fortunately, I know how to do the lateral flow test without a member of staff letting me know how. Over a number of pod visits and via talking with "our" resident my genuine opinion is
there are an insufficient number of carers available at the home. "Our" resident pay something over £1,200 per week for "poor" care. Fortunately, we live nearby - is why we chose this home - so can bring small items like a box of tissues or napkins, however, surely within the context of this £1,200 per week - £3 for a box of Kleenex is pretty much insignificant? This is about the "management", not the carers themselves. No one to let me in, no one to let me out.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorHi Tom,
We took your feedback seriously and had shared this with my team. I would like to reassure you that each department knew their role and that this was looked and addressed since your feedback was received.
Thank you for taking time to complete the survey and in CBM, we are continuously improving our care and service through compliments and concern.
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Review from Louise W (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a family the pandemic brought significant change including the need for dad to be moved into nursing care due to his needs and for his safety. The care that has provided has been second to none and the attention provided by the staffing team in an ever-evolving situation due to my dads complex needs
have been praised by both ourselves (me and mum) but also by his medical team. Recently we also had a lengthy CHC meeting which the care practitioner attended. Her knowledge of my dad, awareness of his care and nursing needs alongside the risks despite him only having moved in during January 2021 was in-depth and reassured us as a family that he is in very good, caring and knowledgeable hands. She has been a source of much support and comfort during these times and has absolutely advocated for my dad and supported us as a family and we are very grateful. The whole Cherry Blossom team have gone out of their way to be supportive and we would highly recommend!
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorDear Louise,
On behalf of my team, and the care practitioner that you mentioned (I know who you meant) I could not thank you enough for lifting the whole spirit of the team for loving the work that they do for your father and for the rest of the residents under our care.
I will make sure that this is passed on to the whole team. Such encouragement and very rewarding for all of us here knowing that we are continuously making a great difference.
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Review from F B (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since December 2020 when my father was first admitted here, I have been utterly amazed at the patience of all the staff caring for Dad. They are all so friendly and very caring and excellent at their job. The food and facilities are very good too. I think Dad is getting the best possible care anyone
could wish for. Dementia is particularly difficult to deal with and the whole family is very grateful to you.
Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom ManorDear Fiona,
We are also grateful for your generous words for all of us here at Cherry Blossom. Thank you for the trust and confidence that you have given us in looking after your dad.
I will pass this on to the rest of the team.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.887)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.887) out of 10 for Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 37 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 37 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.887 for Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor is calculated as follows: ( (400 Excellents x 5) + (36 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 443 Ratings = 4.887
  2. 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 Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor is based on 37 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 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 77 registered maximum number of service users is 15.4, which has been reached with 37 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. 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: 24 Nov 2020

Overall Good

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  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (13)

Gigi

Gigi Despojo

Job Title: General Manager Joined: 2017

Hello & welcome to Cherry Blossom Manor. I have been a qualified Nurse for 25 years & always been interested in people & making a difference in their lives. Service to the elderly has always been close to my heart. I also like to develop people with a passion for service into leaders. Enjoy becoming more familiar with us here at Cherry Blossom.

Luca

Luca La Porta

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2018

I am a qualified Nurse which is a key part of my role as Deputy Manager here at Cherry Blossom. I began my journey here as a Head of Unit & was promoted shortly after to my current position. I like to help build a happy, competent and caring team which is a pleasure to be part of.


I strive to ensure that all care is delivered to a high standard. Most of all I want to make sure that all our Residents are safe, contented & happy. When I see Residents & Staff are happy & well that is when I am most satisfied in my work.

Stefan

Stefan Cora

Job Title: Head of Care Joined: 2017

I initially joined as a newly qualified Nurse. I had a short break in service after several years where I went to Nurse in a hospital environment & then brought that experience back to Cherry Blossom & was promoted to my current role. I sincerely care for our Resident's best interests.

Marianne

Marianne Roasamond

Job Title: Head of Silchester & Palliative Champion Joined: 2019

I came as a qualified Nurse & worked night shifts. I then moved onto day shifts & have been promoted to my current role. I am protective of our Resident's well-being & happiness.

Cristina Elena

Cristina Elena Tarau

Job Title: Senior Nurse Joined: 2012

I have worked for Barchester Healthcare for many years as a qualified Nurse where I have worked in a few different homes. My first home was Cherry Blossom where I have returned with a wider knowledge of Barchester & been promoted to my current position. Cherry Blossom Residents make this a second home for me.

Ana-Maria

Ana-Maria Hategan

Job Title: Junior Night Team Leader Joined: 2019

I started at Cherry Blossom as a Senior Night Carer where I then qualified as a Nurse here in the UK & I have been promoted to my current position.

Shelley

Shelley Wicks

Job Title: Senior Carer, Speak Up & Dementia Champion Joined: 2022

I am passionate about helping people & working well in a team.

Ali

Ali Mather

Job Title: Administrator Joined: 2011

Previous to Cherry I worked in a bank for many years & have also worked as a Carer part-time, so this role is perfect as it combines both of these. This really home from home with our endless extended family of Residents, their families/friends & our staff.

Bailey

Bailey

Job Title: Pet Therapy Dog Joined: 2012

I have been coming to work with my Mum(Ali Mather, Home Administrator)since I was only 12 weeks old. Due to this, I love people, fuss & yummy snacks. I used to help deliver the newspapers to the Residents but now my legs aren't as good as they were I potter around to visit them in my own sweet time.

Lydie

Lydie Bach

Job Title: Activities Coordinator Joined: 2019

I started here as a Carer, then Activity Assistant & then Hostessing. I have now come back to the Activities Team as the Coordinator where I am excited for this opportunity & what I can bring to our lovely Residents. The knowledge of the other departments/roles & the home will definitely be helpful to me.

Lilly

Lilly Wood

Job Title: Head Housekeeper Joined: 2014

I started at Cherry Blossom as a Carer & was then promoted to Senior Carer & then to my current position. Having good knowledge of the Care role helps me in my current position as we all work together. I enjoy interacting & building a good rapport with all of our Residents as I work around all of the homes. It gives me satisfaction to maintain a high standard of cleanliness giving a safe environment for all.

Angel

Angel Kho

Job Title: Head Chef Joined: 2012

I started with Barchester as a Kitchen Assistant/Hostess in another home whilst studying for a VRQ in Professional Cookery at college to qualify for Hospitality Management. I came to Cherry as my current position. Cooking & Baking is my passion & I like creating new & exciting dishes for our Residents.

Chandan

Chandan Gurung

Job Title: Second Chef Joined: 2022

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