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National Star Foundation Locations (5)

 

5 Care Homes owned by National Star Foundation

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Foundation House

14a St Michael's Square, Gloucester GL1 1HX 

8.7 2 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Learning Disability
  • Physical Disability
  • Younger Adults
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 12 Rooms
Matrixcare

369 Worcester Road, Malvern WR14 1AR 

8.8 1 review
  • Care Provided
  • Residential
  • Learning Disability
  • Physical Disability
  • Younger Adults
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 4 Rooms
Bradbury Gardens

West Drive, Pittville, Cheltenham GL50 4LB 

8.1 1 review
  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Learning Disability
  • Physical Disability
  • Younger Adults
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 25 Rooms
National Star College - Ullenwood

Ullenwood, Cheltenham GL53 9QU 

8.4 5 reviews
  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Residential
  • Learning Disability
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Physical Disability
  • Younger Adults
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 88 Rooms
National Star at Ledbury Road

Ledbury Road, Hereford HR1 2SX 

  • Care Provided
  • Nursing
  • Learning Disability
  • Physical Disability
  • Younger Adults
  • Sensory Impairment
  • 7 Rooms

National Star Foundation Reviews (9)

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National Star Foundation has a Group Review Score of 8.5 (8.508) out of 10. The Group Review Score is calculated using the average from all locations with a Review Score, and in addition 75%+ of all locations belonging to National Star Foundation must have a Review Score.

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Foundation House

from Elizabeth U (Mother of Resident) published on 16 September 2023

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Foundation House is a centre of excellence run by well trained dedicated staff.
There is a really happy atmosphere and the residents go out to music, hydro and days out on a regular basis.
It is very clean and accessible to the town centre.
It is a really wonderful home and my family feels so happy
that my son is safe and happy there.

Reply from Eliaine Hodgin, Head of Marketing at Foundation House

Thank you so much for your glowing review of Foundation House. We are delighted that your son is safe and happy in our care.


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National Star College - Ullenwood

from D W (Father of Resident) published on 12 September 2023

Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is about to commence a fourth year and has therefore been resident at National Star for three full years. This is sufficient time for us to have an a reasonably accurate understanding of the establishment; in essence and overall, it can be described as being excellent. However, nowhere is
perfect and, as parents, as far as we are concerned, there has been one fundamental issue that potentially could adversely affect the college and the learners: over 2022 and 2023 numerous experienced staff have left and the high turnover of care staff is most obvious and concerning. Some excellent people have gone and it means that new people have much to learn and require significant training. This situation is not just concerning, but does not need to occur, because the time and cost of retraining could have been invested into paying the care staff more adequately. Even from a business perspective, it does not make sense because the cost of retraining makes this approach a false economy.

Reply from Eliaine Hodgin, Head of Marketing at National Star College - Ullenwood

Thank you for taking the time to review National Star at Ullenwood. We are thrilled to read you consider the provision to be excellent overall.
Like other health and social care providers, we acknowledge that it is an ongoing challenge to retain skilled staff. Our newly published People Strategy is beginning to address this issue and we are working hard to enhance the benefits that we offer to employees. These are wide ranging and include everything from free transport to get to work, through to health cashback schemes and first-class career progression opportunities.
We will continue to invest in employee training for new and longstanding colleagues, to ensure they have all the skills they need to undertake their roles and feel valued and appreciated at work.


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National Star College - Ullenwood

from Alison P (Mother of Resident) published on 12 September 2023

Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been cared for in an exemplary way. She had been supported to develop and express her own opinions and given absolute dignity and respect. She has developed her independence skills and confidence to a high level and learnt things that will last a lifetime.

Reply from Eliaine Hodgin, Head of Marketing at National Star College - Ullenwood

Thanks so much for your glowing review of National Star at Ullenwood. We hope your daughter continues to use the skills she has developed during her time with us as she becomes an active citizen in control of her own life.


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Foundation House

from Jo B (Mother of Resident) published on 6 September 2023

Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has lived at Foundation House for 9 years. The staff have made it possible for him to have a quality of life I am certain he would not receive anywhere else. They are kind, caring and respectful. He is able to be as independent as is possible. He has a pleasant airy en-suite room. Foundation
House have provided him with numerous experiences and he receives excellent therapy at National Star Foundation. It is the most important thing in the world to me that my son is as happy as he possibly can be considering his numerous disabilities. I am very grateful that he is able to live at Foundation House.

Reply from Eliaine Hodgin, Head of Marketing at Foundation House

Thank you so much for your glowing review of National Star. We are delighted that your son is happy in our care. We wish you and your son the best for the future and hope that he continues to live as independently as possible in our long-term living accommodation.


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National Star College - Ullenwood

from Steve P (Father of Resident) published on 4 September 2023

Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

National Star College was excellent in every aspect, from our first contact to the graduation event at the end of year three; they helped our disabled son develop into a confident, independent young man who will hopefully use the exceptional skills and experience from his time at the college to reach
his full potential in life and achieve his aspirations. National Star College is an experience that every young person with a disability should have if they get the opportunity. Keep up the exceptional work team; we will miss you all dearly.

Reply from Eliaine Hodgin, Head of Marketing at National Star College - Ullenwood

Thank you so much for taking the time to review National Star College and for awarding us five stars across the board for the care, support and education we have provided to your son. We know he will continue to make the most of the skills and experience that he has learned during his time with us.


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Bradbury Gardens

from Leo C (Resident) published on 10 August 2023

Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I love Bradbury Garden. The staff are wonderful and kind. The kitchen and living room is very big. My room has enough space for living and work. The activities are so fun and enjoyable. The food is high quality.

Reply from Eliaine Hodgin, Head of Marketing at Bradbury Gardens

Thanks for taking the time to review Bradbury Gardens Leo. It is fantastic to hear that you have enjoyed living with us so much and that you have made the most of the activities laid on for you. Bradbury Gardens was specially designed for people who use wheelchairs and we are delighted that your room met your needs.


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National Star College - Ullenwood

from S B (Mother of Resident) published on 21 July 2023

Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since September 2021, we have found our son to have received excellent care, therapy and education at National Star College. Our son really enjoys the happy family atmosphere of his residence and the company of both his peers and facilitators. I am kept informed of any medical issues by dedicated nurses
and his key workers keep me in touch with my son through regular social media calls. When I visit, my son seems to be really happy and settled and I am always delighted to see how well his facilitators know him. I believe that his social, care and health needs are very well met.

Reply from Elaine Hodgin, Head of Marketing at National Star College - Ullenwood

Thanks so much for submitting your review of National Star. We are delighted to read your positive comments and to hear how happy your son is in our care.


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Matrixcare

from Patricia G (Mother of Resident) published on 21 July 2023

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son began his very happy experience just before lockdown. A difficult time for everyone. The staff at Matrixcare made the transition from one home to Matrixcare with ease and obviously care and consideration for my son and I. I was kept informed through the dreadful COVID years and encouraged to
visit within the guidelines all the way through. He has blossomed and become more confident since joining Matrixcare and is less needy of me. A very positive result as I am now in my 70’s! I bless the day I was given details of Matrixcare for a placement for my beautiful son.

Reply from Elaine Hodgin, Head of Marketing at Matrixcare

We are so happy to read your feedback on how the team at Matrixcare look after your son. Developing independence so that people with disabilities are in control of their own lives is one of our goals.


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National Star College - Ullenwood

from Denise P (Mother of Resident) published on 16 August 2021

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Helped my disabled daughter to move forward to adulthood, gaining confidence along with skills for life helped repair some of the damage done by school! National Star College gave her a chance to explore what she could accomplish without being put down by others like drama, dance and aerial dancing.
She has been very happy during her time there and all of the staff have been brilliant.

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Frequently Asked Questions about National Star Foundation

How many Care Homes does National Star Foundation own?

National Star Foundation own 5 Care Homes.

Which National Star Foundation Care Homes have the highest review score?

Matrixcare, Foundation House & National Star College - Ullenwood have the highest review score.
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