Blandford Grange Care Home

Milldown Road, Blandford Forum DT11 7DE
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9.5 75 Reviews
  • Blandford Grange Care Home, Blandford Forum
At Blandford Grange, care is about more than just meeting needs—it’s about creating a home where residents feel valued, supported, and safe. Located in the charming Georgian town of Blandford Forum, the home provides nursing, dementia, residential, and respite care, all tailored to each person’s unique circumstances. The focus is on respecting resident's dignity, nurturing talents and interests and supporting physical, emotional and social well-being.

The heart of Blandford Grange is its caring and dedicated team, led by an experienced manager. Providing 24-hour personalised support, the team ensures every resident’s physical, emotional, and social needs are met with compassion and respect. Staff are chosen not just for their professional expertise but for their warm and approachable nature, helping residents and families feel truly at ease.

At Blandford Grange, mealtimes are an important part of daily life, offering not just nourishment but also a chance to come together and enjoy a sense of community. Each meal features comforting classics and fresh seasonal dishes, all prepared with quality ingredients. The team is committed to accommodating specific allergies, cultural preferences, and personal favourites, ensuring that every resident's tastes are respected, and making dining an enjoyable experience for everyone.
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Care Provided by Blandford Grange Care 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 63 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • 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 £1590
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1590
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1590
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1588
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1590
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1590
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1589
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1590

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Blandford Grange Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Blandford Grange Care 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)

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 £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Contact Blandford Grange Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Rachel Smith-Harrison (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2025
  • Number of floors: 3

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (63)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (40)

Blandford Grange Care Home Reviews (75)

9.5

Blandford Grange Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.455) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Blandford Grange Care Home has 75 reviews.

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Review from Christopher L (Son of Resident) published on 27 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fabulous, caring, "family" atmosphere. My mother has been a resident of Blandford Grange Care Home for nearly a year and in this time, has received the highest standard of care and understanding, even in the most difficult of times. I am, along with the rest of my family, extremely grateful for the
care my mother has and is having. Thank you.
Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThese are really very kind words and we cannot thank you enough. As you recognise, we strive to be a family home and to make our residents feel part of that family. Our care is provided by a wonderful bunch of carers all of whom set themselves the highest standards because they want to provide outstanding care and I am really pleased that you have identified this in your review.
Once again, thank you so much for your lovely words.
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Review from A C (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 17 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother-in-law has recently moved to this care home and it is the best home that she has been a resident in (after four other homes over the last six and half years). The care is excellent and all staff are courteous and helpful and keep us updated on her well-being.
It has a calm and relaxing atmosphere
and she has never been so well cared for. Despite her having dementia, she is kept active and involved in all activities which take place on a daily basis.
Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you for taking the time to complete this review, it is really heartening to hear that you are so happy with the care here. We try to be a home-from-home and pride ourselves on the way staff really look after our residents, we want to make everyone welcome and happy and it is really a wonderful compliment when this is recognised. I will pass your lovely words on to all the staff who try so hard to make this an outstanding care home. Thank you again for this wonderful review.
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Review from Shirley O (Wife of Resident) published on 8 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Christmas was brilliant, couldn't do enough for us. The staff were happy, laughing caring. Always laughing, always smiling. A very happy place, like a comfy blanket. The care is brilliant. Management always ready to talk with you. Staff are always helpful. I know my husband is safe and well cared for.
Nothing is too much trouble. The manager is a very hands-on, happy person. He's made a huge difference since he started. I can't praise him enough. He really cares about the people in his care and this is passed on through his staff.
Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeI cannot thank you enough for your high praise of the home, the staff are a fantastic bunch who take great pride in the care they provide. I am not sure we have ever been called a "comfy blanket" but it is a description I will happily take for the home and the committed staff who work here. We aim to make a real difference in the lives of everyone who lives with us and with their families because you are all OUR family. I will pass your description on to all the staff with whom I am sure it will raise another smile.
Thank you again for those really kind words.
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Review from E C (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to thank everyone who acted so quickly to my dad on Monday this week and looked after my mum who was upset with all that was going on. All the staff called into his room after and checked he was okay. You've got a good team of workers that pulled together... It really made us realise that
we did the right thing in placing Dad with you all.
Thank you very much.
Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you for this review, we are a family here and we will always check in to make sure everyone in the Blandford family is ok, it may be Dad who is the resident but you and your mum are part of our family as well.
To hear you say you "did the right thing" is the highest compliment you could pay us and we are very grateful that we can make you feel that way with the care we provide.
Thank you again for your kind words.
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Review from Clare H (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad came into your care in 2019. I cannot express my gratitude to your dedicated staff for their care for him. The respect they showed my dad was impeccable. My dad passed away on 20th September 2023. The staff who was with him when he passed, I will forever be grateful as I couldn't be with him,
unfortunately. Thank you all so very much on behalf of myself and my husband for the way we were treated and felt as if we were part of your family.
Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeI cannot thank you enough for these words. We are committed to making every resident and their loved ones special. I am so glad that this has shone through for you. We are always sad to lose a member of our Blandford Grange family, but we hope that we went the extra mile and made a difference. I will be sure to share your kind words with all of our staff. Once again, thank you for these wonderful comments.
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Review from C W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 30 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My first visit to see my grandmother has been lovely.
Lovely staff who were friendly and helpful.
Very clean and airy room.
Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you for taking the time to review the home.
We are really pleased that you found the outstanding staff, were so nice and friendly. We try to make every visit special and are glad you felt that you were welcomed to our home.
We hope we can make all of your visits as good as the first.
We do have large mostly ensuite (shower, toilet and sink) rooms here in comparison to many other places, and we believe that this means people can feel really settled and at home,e which can only be a benefit.
Thank you again for your kind words.
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Review from S Y (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident at Blandford Grange for 8 weeks. The staff are professional, knowledgeable and caring. From what I have observed when visiting, they treat all the residents with compassion and dignity. They attend to her needs with a gentleness even when it is not easy. The management,
admin, hospitality staff are all friendly and welcoming and keep me informed of any changes. I cannot comment on activities as my mother does not engage with them but apparently, the Coronation party was a great success and enjoyed by all who were there. I would recommend Blandford Grange to anyone looking for a genuine, well-run nursing home.
Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you for taking the time to write these lovely words.
Your mother is part of our family, as are all of our residents. We are really pleased that you feel welcomed and that you find the home just as it should be, friendly and professional. Our aim is to make Blandford Grange a home from home and we are glad that the level of compassion, empathy and gentleness you observe has helped both you and your loved one during her stay here. We are always available to talk about the care required by our residents and we are very pleased that you also feel this is the case.
Once again thank you from all of us for your lovely review.
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Review from Tracy W (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent, fabulous staff, superb management. Lovely room, clean and well maintained, all in all, cannot fault any part of the home at all. Highly recommended 5*. My mother is very happy indeed.
Reply from Home Manager, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you so much for your wonderfully kind words. We are really pleased that both you and your mum are happy. We really love to make our residents and families smile and we are glad we can do that for you and your loved one.
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Review from Sandra G (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum passed away yesterday at Blandford Grange Care Home.
The family would like to express our grateful thanks for the excellent care given to Mum in the past year. You have all treated us with kindness throughout what has been a very tough year for the family.
Your dedication and thoughtfulness were
and still is a credit to you all.
Reply from Tilla Wagner, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you so much for taking the time to review our home at what must be a very difficult time for you and your family. Your kind words will be passed on to the staff who looked after your mother.
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Review from M H (Wife of Resident) published on 24 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband spent his final two weeks in the care of Blandford Grange Care Home. He was comfortable, not in pain and cared for as I would have wished to care for him at home had this been possible.
Reply from Tilla Wagner, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you so much for taking the time to review our home, especially at this difficult time for your family. It is much appreciated, and your kind words will be passed on to the staff who have looked after your husband.
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Review from A B (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I feel the nursing home has done an amazing job throughout the pandemic and since. The staff are always polite and helpful even when mum is sometimes distressed and rude due to her medical conditions.
Reply from Tilla Wagner, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you for taking the time to review our home. I will make sure your kind comments are passed on to the staff.
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Review from K T (Wife of Resident) published on 22 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Grange Care Home is a very caring and well-run nursing home. Everyone is friendly and professional. Clean and bright furnishings and a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Reply from Tilla Wagner, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you very much for taking the time to review our care home and for your very kind comments.
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Review from J C (Relative of Resident) published on 2 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent in every way. I have no hesitation in recommending Blandford Grange.
Reply from Tilla Wagner, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you very much for taking the time to review our home and for the positive feedback given on all aspects of care in the home. We appreciate all positive comments as it reflects the commitment of our care team to our residents.
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Review from N C (Son of Resident) published on 13 June 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
My mother was transferred here from the hospital at the beginning of March. At first, we were encouraged by the fact that this is a modern care home that seems to be providing care at the required standard. However, as time went by we became aware of a lack of information and communication. This was
especially during the period that the home had Covid, when we were not kept abreast of the results that affected the visiting arrangements. Having been in the home a month the initial assessment was sent to the CHC Group without consultation or provision of a copy. We were told that there was no chance of us receiving funding because her needs were not great enough. Rather belatedly we have now been informed by the CHC that she is eligible for Nursing Care Funding although, as yet, the home has not made us aware of this. We have now moved my mother to a Care Home nearer to us and so far we have to say that the experience is totally different with much improved communication.
Reply from Tilla Wagner, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeWe are very grateful for your feedback, and we are sorry to hear you have not found our service up to your expectations. We reflect on each feedback and suggestions received to ensure lessons learned for the benefit of our service, residents and staff.
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Review from Penny D (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been at the care home for coming up to 7 years now. Having a parent with dementia is heartbreaking and I have watched her slowly retreat into not being able to speak or move. I live in London and whenever I visit I go with such a heavy heart knowing she's unable to understand what is going
on BUT without fail I leave feeling comforted she is in such good caring hands.
I visited a couple of months ago and quite rightly they were very strict about visits - taking lateral flow tests - wearing masks, gloves, aprons and restricting the visit to 20 mins outside - I felt safe and happy to be there. Even though my mum can't react to me being there she looked clean and well looked after.
The carers here are exceptional - I know I couldn't do their job and I am full of respect for them and all they do for our families and I'm sure for a low wage. If you do ever have to put a relative into a home this is the one for them.
Reply from Tilla Wagner, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you very much for taking the time to write a review of our home. It is very pleasing to read that you feel your mother is looked after well and that you are comforted by that knowledge. Our staff take great pride in the care they provide to our residents who are very much part of our own extended families. Your kind words will certainly be passed on to the staff who are looking after your mother.
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Review from Dan G (Son of Resident) published on 9 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I understand the difficulty in being excepted into a care home, we had to fight tooth and nail to get our lovely mum in there.
Mum deserved the very best we could do for her and believe me, that's exactly what she received from the manager and all the staff at Blandford Grange. It is so apparent that
this isn't just their job, they are such caring lovely people and I felt safe in leaving our mum in their hands.
Thank you all from me and the family.
Reply from Tilla Wagner, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you so much for taking the time to write a review for our home in what must be a very difficult time for you and your family. Your mother and yourself will be missed by the staff and residents here and we will remember her fondly in so many ways. Thank you for your kind words which will be passed on to our staff.
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Review from Y M (Wife of Resident) published on 29 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy with the level of care my husband has received over the last 10 months. Nothing is too much trouble for the care and activity staff.
Reply from Tilla Wagner, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you for taking the time to write a review for our home. We value the opinions of our relatives and friends and it is good to hear that you are having a positive experience.
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Review from H C (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's been a difficult 18 months with Covid restrictions in place to maintain contact but the care home have done their best in difficult circumstances to ensure mum's safety and happiness. They have always been approachable and understanding. Mum enjoys her stay and is happy.
Reply from Tilla Wagner, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you very much for taking the time to write a review about our home. As a home, we have had so much support from our relatives during the past 18 months, and we are very grateful for the positive manner in which our relatives have embraced all the changes with us. Your mother is a delight to have in the home, and it is good to hear that she is content and happy in the home and that her short stay has turned into a permanent residence with us.
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Review from V H (Sister of Resident) published on 23 February 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very difficult to make a full review as I have never been into the home all the time my sister was a resident there. Care seemed a little lacking at first but it improved vastly over the latter months.
Reply from Tilla Wagner, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you very much for taking the time offering a review of the care we offered toward your sister for her time with us. It is sad that due to restrictions, you could not properly see the levels of care that we ensured were received. But as you mention, the overall care resulted in huge delight for us as a team, to watch your sister walk from the building of her own accord when she left to return home.
We were humbled to have the opportunity to assist her with her care needs to gain such a result. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of assistance again going forward. Many Thanks
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Review from L D (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 November 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot express how grateful I am to the staff at The Blandford Grange for the care they gave to my father. I felt so supported especially by the manager when my father passed away. This support will stay with me always. Staff had gone above and beyond in our time of need. My dad passed in peace, with
dignity and feeling loved. I will be eternally grateful.
Reply from Tilla Wagner, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care HomeThank you so much for taking the time to write a review of our home, especially during this difficult time for you and your family. Your father was well-liked and loved by all staff and we have fond memories of him, especially when he was still able to joke with everyone around him.
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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.455)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.455) out of 10 for Blandford Grange Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 21 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 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 4.455 for Blandford Grange Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (156 Excellents x 5) + (64 Goods x 4) + (16 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) + (8 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 246 Ratings = 4.455
  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 Blandford Grange Care Home is based on 20 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 63 registered maximum number of service users is 12.6, which has been reached with 20 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 Jul 2025

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Awards / Recognitions (9)

Meet the Team (6)

Rachel

Rachel Smith-Harrison

Job Title: Home Manager

I am a dedicated home manager with over 20 years of experience in healthcare, starting as a nurse in 1997.


Since 2020, I’ve focused on providing exceptional care in nursing homes, ensuring residents live fulfilling lives in a supportive environment. Outside of work, I’m a proud mother of three and an avid marathon runner.

Lauren

Lauren Plummer

Job Title: Deputy Manager

I’ve met incredible people here, and I love hearing the amazing stories from our residents. With my BSc in Adult Nursing, I’ve completed the End of Life Pathway course and Mental Health First Aider training, making a real difference in their lives.

Tracey

Tracey Lloyd

Job Title: Head Housekeeper Joined: 1984

I enjoy making people laugh and taking time to sit and chat with residents, helping to brighten their day. I’ve also completed COSHH training, which supports me in keeping the home safe and comfortable for everyone.

Donna

Donna Bishop

Job Title: Administrator

Every day is different and always busy, but I enjoy keeping the residents safe and ensuring their well-being. I’ve completed Eroster Training, Sales Ledger Induction, and Show Round Training.

Sharon

Sharon Cork

Job Title: Head Chef

Sharon decided to work at Healthcare Homes as she wanted to get back into good old-fashioned cooking.


Prior to joining Healthcare Homes, Sharon was a head chef/Manager at a school for autistic children.


She believes you need to be passionate about your role, have very high standards and enjoys what you are doing. Be adaptable, reliable and friendly to be good in her role.


The favourite part of her working day is serving lunches to residents and receiving feedback from them and seeing residents enjoying their meals.


The biggest professional challenge in her career to date was making the decision to move to the care sector from the education sector. As it turned out, it has been the best decision she has ever made.


Sharon's biggest career highlight to date was preparing food for Princess Anne!


Qualities that make her stand out are being approachable, hardworking, reliable and trustworthy.


Outside of work, she enjoys watching rugby and watching her son play rugby. She also enjoys music and playing darts.


Sharon looks forward to seeing residents and relatives enjoying their meals as it is a major part of their every daily lives at Blandford Grange.

Tanika

Tanika Miles

Job Title: Receptionist

The second I walked into Blandford Grange it felt like a home away from home, the staff have an infectious attitude, and the residents and relatives are truly amazing. There is never a dull moment, and you never know what each day will bring! I couldn’t imagine a better place to work. I love being able to interact with our residents, relatives and team at the front of the house at reception.

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