Sharnbrook House

High Street, Sharnbrook, Bedford MK44 1PB
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9.8 52 Reviews
  • Sharnbrook House, Bedford
Sharnbrook House is situated within the village of Sharnbrook between Bedford and Rushden. It is set in extensive gardens with its own lake and terraces. The home itself is very spacious with large windows allowing the light to flood in. The home has period features, both inside and out.

The home is managed by Greensleeves Care, a not-for-profit care organisation.
All meals at Sharnbrook House are freshly prepared by the chefs and take residents' personal preferences and dietary requirements into account.

On duty 24-hours a day, the home’s dedicated multi-disciplined team, provides high-quality care to meet individual resident’s requirements. All residents’ views, choices and preferences contribute to the daily running of their home.

Strong ties with the local community ensures regular interesting visits to the home. A regular programme of activities is organised with engaging pursuits provided daily.

Care Provided by Sharnbrook House

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 30 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Alzheimer's
  • Asperger Syndrome
  • Autism/ASD
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Challenging Behaviour/Psychosis
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Down Syndrome
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Neuropathic
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Prader-Willi Syndrome
  • Schizophrenia
  • Speech Impairment
  • Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Doina -Maria Hrisca (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (30)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No
    • Number of floors: 3

Funding & Fees Guide for Sharnbrook House

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care £1,194 – £1,845
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care £1,194 – £1,845
  • Updated March 2024.


    Exact fees depend on the specific care requirements of each individual following assessment.


  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Sharnbrook House to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
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Sharnbrook House has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.801) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Sharnbrook House has 52 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are excellent. My mother has been in the home a while and I have only ever seen exemplary care from them. Including their management of the COVID-19 restrictions. We have been able to see Mum as much as we have wanted within the Government restrictions. Thanks to all the staff for Mum’s continued
excellent care.

Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you for your review. We greatly appreciate your feedback and kind words.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The manager of Sharnbrook Care Home was extremely helpful when my great aunt needed more care than we were able to provide at home.
My great aunt was very fragile and confused about entering the home but has now improved so much; this is down to the staff and facilities at Sharnbrook House.
Thank
you very much.

Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you for your review. We greatly appreciate your feedback and kind words.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I wish to thank all of the staff for their help and support for my father. The quality of care is exceptional. I am so grateful and most appreciative of the professionalism, care and dedication provided, particularly during these difficult and challenging times. You are all amazing - so committed, kind
and thoughtful - and I cannot say thank you enough.

Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We greatly appreciate your feedback and will share your nice comments with our staff.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to thank all the staff at Sharnbrook House for the loving care and devotion given to my father-in-law when he was stretchered into the home in July, it was beyond all expectations. In a short time, they had him back on his feet mingling with the other residents and participating in the
activities on offer. No request from him was too much. I would recommend Sharnbrook House to anyone who is looking for a residential home.

Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Dear Keith, thank you very much for your wonderful review and kind words. We are delighted to hear your comments and we will pass them on to our staff at Sharnbrook House.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very pleased with the level of care at Sharnbrook House. My father did not want to leave his home, but his dementia has progressed to the extent that he requires specialist care. We, as a family, feel relieved to have found a suitable environment for him. Due to the national COVID situation, our interaction
is quite limited, but he frequently says he likes it there and the team clearly relate to him well. They are always friendly and helpful when I call and communicate warmly when passing him the phone. The manager gave him a great welcome upon arrival and continues to be very supportive. He has clearly settled in and now plays the piano there; something he ceased doing at home long ago, and he likes the food too. Based on what I’ve seen and heard, so far, I would not hesitate to recommend Sharnbrook House.

Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you, Tony, for your lovely review and kind words. I will pass your nice comments to our staff at Sharnbrook House.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandfather has recently moved to Sharnbrook House. We couldn’t be more delighted with the care he receives and it has been the most incredible lifting of a burden for our whole family at a very difficult time. The staff are so very kind and every need of his is supported. He is listened to and respected
and treated so well. When I have visited, every member of staff who walks by says hello to him and knows his name and he seems delighted to see them. He lost so much weight before he went in but he already looks so much better. It feels like it is extremely well managed. We are enormously grateful to the staff at Sharnbrook.

Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you Andrea for your lovely review and kind words. We will be delighted to pass your feedback to our staff at Sharnbrook House.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father arrived at Sharnbrook on 10th July. Previous to this he lived in a bungalow on a retirement village and was admitted to hospital following a fall, he was then exposed to Covid-19 and tested positive so his hospital stay was a lot longer than we first thought. The hospital advised that he would
need 24/7 care when he was discharged so we contacted Sharnbrook and luckily they had a room free and we were able to reserve the room. My father was made to feel very welcome straight away, the managers and the team were so very kind and ensured that he settled in. He was extremely weak when he arrived, however, the team have got him up on his feet and walking again and he's going from strength to strength. He is so much happier and even said that he wasn't lonely any more which was lovely to hear. He now has the care that he needs and nothing is too much trouble. I would like to say a big thank you to the managers and the whole team at Sharnbrook, I know my father is safe, well cared for and happy.

Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you Nicki for your review and your kind words. I will pass them to our staff at Sharnbrook House.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been at Sharnbrook 6 years now, I find it very reassuring that she is well cared for, she can at times be a challenge but the manager and her team always take time to try and defuse the situation or they ring me and I speak to my mum to reassure her, it always ends on a positive note. Through
COVID I know my mum is being well looked after, looking at the photos she always looks happy. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the manager and a particular member of staff and all the staff at Sharnbrook House for looking after my mum.

Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you Linda for your kind words. We greatly appreciate your feedback which we will share with our staff at Sharnbrook House.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 97-year-old Dad lived in his own bungalow in a retirement village when following a fall he was taken into hospital in early May 2020. He soon had a coronavirus contact and tested positive and after a week was shipped out to a home where they nursed him through the virus. We had a Zoom meeting with
the Manager as it had become apparent that he should no longer be caring for himself and were lucky that she had a room free for him. She was kind enough to keep the room for him for the nine weeks until he eventually tested negative and it was with huge relief that we got him up to Sharnbrook, near to us. He was in poor shape mentally and physically after all that time in bed but the difference in him now is amazing. He is eating well, walking around with his walker and generally enjoying life there. The Manager, Deputy Manager and all the staff have been so kind, reassuring and welcoming, both to Dad and to us that we cannot be happier with this outcome. Thank you to them and all staff at Sharnbrook!

Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you Gill for your very kind words. We greatly appreciate your lovely comments which we will pass to our staff at Sharnbrook House.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The quality of care my friend receives is exceptional. They communicate very well with her and always help me if I enquire about anything.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 98-year-old mother has been at Sharnbrook House since June 2019. Sharnbrook was chosen on the recommendation of a friend. The care my mother receives is excellent. Staff are thoughtful and always ready and willing to assist and talk to the residents at any time. Finding a 'home' for my mother was
a very emotional experience. But the care, thoughtfulness and consideration to my mother's needs has lifted a great weight off my shoulders.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff and management at Sharnbrook go above and beyond to support my parents and me. This has been the case since my parents made Sharnbrook their home almost two years ago. I have found all staff to be very caring, always on the ball and helpful. They know their residents well and take pride in
making their lives enjoyable and comfortable. The culture and atmosphere at Sharnbrook are welcoming, attentive and professional. Thank you to everyone at Sharnbrook for their continued dedication and high standards.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This review is long overdue. My 98-year-old ex RAF pilot father entered Sharnbrook in early December 2018. Up until then, he been able to live in his own home with a 24/7 live-in carer. Eventually, we were unable to care for him at the level he required and following a brief stay in hospital, we decided
to find another way to ensure his continued care. By chance, I already visited Sharnbrook House earlier in the year with my brother prior to arranging a live-in carer. Right from that first visit, long before my Dad's actual arrival, the impression was of a warm, caring, homely environment.
When the time came, from the initial assessment of Dad and from the top down and across, the TLC and gentle handling of my Dad was fantastic. Feisty to the end, our family could not have wished for a better place for Dad to pass away 6 weeks later in January 2019. No praise too high to all involved with Dad's care at Sharnbrook House. Thank you.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The manager and her team welcomed my mum to the home in September. She attends 3 days per week - day times only. Mum loves it here, staff are kind, attentive and genuinely interested in each and every one of their residents. The home is clean, well decorated with an amazing garden in which to walk.
We can leave Mum here in complete confridence that she weill be well cared for, stimulated and attended to.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

100% care by all carers and management, nothing is too much trouble to help our mum. The facilities, activities they do are amazing, we understand from mum the food is lovely with different options daily. Very clean, a beautiful room with a beautiful view. Could not be happier with Sharnbrook House.
Keep up the good work.

Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you from all the Team at Sharnbrook House for taking the time to write this review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since our mother moved into Sharnbrook House my brother and I have been able to relax, safe in the knowledge that our mother is extremely well cared for and, most importantly, happy.
Sharnbrook House offers a homely environment where our mother's individual needs are prioritised.
We have been highly
impressed with the genuine caring approach of all the staff who always have a smile on their face and particularly the management who go the extra mile in supporting our mother's well being.
All of this in a beautiful building with stunning grounds where every visit my children and I feel as at home as my mother does.

Reply from Pat Laing, Home Manager at Sharnbrook House

Thank you for taking the time to post this review.


We are delighted that you and your mother are so happy with the care at Sharnbrook House.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been living at Sharnbrook House for 18 months now. My initial positive feelings have only been reinforced by witnessing the most amazing team who work there. The level of care and kindness they show to all residents, not just my mother, is nothing short of brilliant.
I live a short
walk from the house and tend to pop in regularly, I have always found staff on hand with residents and they are happy to give me their time if I need anything or am worried about my mother. There are interesting and varied activities for those that want to join in and a choice of menu both at lunch and supper. I'm sure every resident presents their own special needs and challenges, not least my own mother, however the staff have found ways to care for her with a dedicated approach to her problems. I can't say it enough - they are amazing!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident at Sharnbrook House for ten months now and has received excellent service throughout this time. In January she was unwell and her care was exemplary. Room service was provided at all mealtimes the doctor visited and care staff were regularly checking her progress and wellbeing.
I was kept informed of treatment and my mother is now recovered and enjoying the activities which the home provides. Many thanks to everyone at Sharnbrook House.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mum is a resident at Sharnbrook House and has been since September 2015. I am very happy with her care here. I feel confident when I leave that she will be safe and well cared for.
My mum has medication for mental health problems which are difficult to manage and the home do their best to keep on
top of this. However, they are restricted by the cuts in the NHS budgets and the doctor, so my mum is not given additional blood tests to check her levels. Everything else is excellent.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care home offers daily activities and the rooms, common areas and garden are lovely. All the staff are really nice and there is always a nice atmosphere in the home. The food is always home cooked and really tasty. I have always been happy with the level of care my Mum has received and would recommend
the care home as a lovely place for loved ones to stay.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.801)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.801) out of 10 for Sharnbrook House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 14 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 4.801 for Sharnbrook House is calculated as follows: ( (134 Excellents x 5) + (31 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 166 Ratings = 4.801

  • 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 Sharnbrook House is based on 14 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 30 registered maximum number of service users is 6, which has been reached with 14 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.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 8 Mar 2019

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Good

  • 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 (7)

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Lisa Houghton

Job Title: Interim Home Manager

Joined: 2022

Hello, my name is Lisa Houghton and I am extremely honoured to be the Interim Home Manager of Sharnbrook House.
The team at Sharnbrook House ensure the residents are seen as individuals and they are encouraged by the staff to continue to maintain and enjoy their pastimes to the full.


Sharnbrook House is a 19th century period building situated in idyllic grounds with terraced gardens and pathways leading to its own lake. Sharnbrook House benefits from being in the hub of the village with all the local amenities within a short walking distance.


Sharnbrook House has always been part of the local community and all the staff team and volunteers continue to embrace the village spirit.
I pride myself on always making myself available to all who come into contact with the home and will always find the time to sit and discuss any issues that may arise or just have a chat over a cup of tea.


The staff team and myself strongly believe that all who come into contact with the home should have a positive experience, whether they are residing or just visiting.


I personally believe that this is each individual’s home, not just a care home, where family and friends are always welcome.


Anna

Anna

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 1986

My role at Sharnbrook House is rewarding as I am able to care for elderly clients in a
home which is person centred. After 34 years of employment I have seen the home
change over the years and the changes have been all for the better. We are one big happy family.


Teresa

Teresa

Job Title: Senior Care Assistant

Joined: 2017

Working as a Senior Care Assistant at Sharnbrook House supporting the residents who live here gives me such pleasure. It’s great to share so much fun and laughter with them, making it feel like we are all one happy family.


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Julie

Job Title: Head Chef

Joined: 2016

I have been the Head Chef at Sharnbrook House for 15 years and as I love cooking it is my ideal job. We all work hard but still manage to have a laugh and joke with both our colleagues and the residents. We all get on and we make it our mission to ensure the
residents’ stay here is a happy one.


Nathan

Nathan

Job Title: Head of Maintenance

Joined: 2010

I was first employed at Sharnbrook House as the gardener in 2010. Ten and half years later I have progressed to Head of Maintenance, responsible for health and safety, risk assessments and fire safety within the home. I enjoy the varying tasks my job holds on a day-to-day basis especially when the residents interact with me whilst I am carrying out my duties, and I treat each one as an individual.


Hilary

Hilary

Job Title: Care Assistant

Joined: 2017

I enjoy working as a Care Assistant at Sharnbrook House. The residents who live here are lovely. They pick me up when I am having a bad day by making me laugh.


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Sue

Job Title: Bookkeeper/Administrator

Joined: 2017

Having worked in my previous employer for over 23 years I took a big leap and applied for a similar position at Sharnbrook House and have been here now for 3 years. I enjoy my work but I especially love the clients who each have varying individual personalities and quirky little ways.