Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Beacon Hill Road, Ewshot, Farnham GU10 5DB
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  • Hill Brow Residential Care Home, Farnham
Hill Brow is a purpose-designed 30-bed family-run care home, which is rated outstanding by CQC. Friendly trained carers contribute towards a homely and happy atmosphere in which residents are supported in their choices and lifestyles.

The resident’s independence, dignity and care is at the centre of everything the staff of Hill Brow do. The home also works closely with other health care professionals in providing 24-hour care, which helps to reduce the need for hospital admissions.

There is a full and diverse activities programme, providing many opportunities to socialise. Outside there are beautiful landscaped gardens with flat paths and a large fish pond for residents to enjoy. The residents take an active role in running the home, helping to create the menu's, activities and social programme. Hill Brow is a happy home, where the resident's happiness and welfare comes first.

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Care Provided by Hill Brow Residential Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 32 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Bipolar/Manic Depression
  • Cancer Care
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Independent Living Training
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Beverley Anderson (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Residents must not wander or show anti-social behaviour
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (30)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2011

Funding & Fees Guide for Hill Brow Residential Care Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Stairlift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Visitors welcome, no restriction on times


  • Parking

  • On site parking available


Hill Brow Residential Care Home Reviews (115)

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Hill Brow Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.944) out of 10, based on 41 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Hill Brow Residential Care Home has 115 reviews.

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Review from C M (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hill Brow Residential Care Home have been amazing helping my mum at very short notice. All the staff have bent over backwards to help me get my mum the care she really needs on her dementia journey. Can’t thank them enough.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you very much for doing this lovely review for the team at Hill Brow. We are all so pleased to have your mum with us and it is lovely to see she is settling in, making friends and enjoying the gardens.


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Review from Elise H (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 13 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother-in-law became a resident in October after having a fall at home, after leaving hospital she went to stay in Hill Brow for respite care but after a few weeks we could see it was the right place for her to be full time and now call home. All the staff are truly amazing and caring, in a short
space of time we have seen such a difference in Mother-in-law she has settled so well in this supportive and caring environment.
There's always plenty of activities for the residents to get involved in if they so wish, various outings and visits from entertainers. from my point of view I can not thank the whole team enough for all they do from her medication needs to painting her nails you are all superstars!

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Review from Jennifer T (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hill Brow Residential Care Home is a warm, welcoming, homely place. The food is fine and varied there are plenty of actives on offer. The staff are friendly, efficient and amazing. I would have no hesitation in recommending Hill Brow Residential Care Home and associated homes to anyone.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to do a review for Hill Brow. All of the team miss your grandmother and we are honoured to be able to care for her.


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Review from Helen C (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hill Brow Residential Care Home is like home from home for our mum. The staff are very friendly, always making family members welcome whenever we visit. It's very reassuring to know that our mum is being cared for by a consistent team of staff, that know her well. I also love the fact that a whole range
of activities are planned each week, to help keep her both physically and mentally active. She has been really happy and settled, and very appreciative of the care that is taken of her.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

All of the team will be thrilled to see your thoughtful review. Your mum is such a joy to have in the home. She loves to join in on all the activities and is so proud of her room, she shows it to everyone. Thank you.


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Review from Di C (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was a resident at Hillbrow for ten years, from 2012 to her death in October 2022. During this time she sadly became bedridden but was allowed to stay in the loving and caring environment where she felt very safe and secure.
Hillbrow is a wonderful home with a team of absolutely fabulous staff,
very professional, and they always treated mum with dignity, respect and compassion as well as love and laughter. I cannot thank them enough for looking after mum in such a caring environment.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you so much for taking the time to do a lovely review for Hill Brow. Your mother is deeply missed by all of the team.


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Review from Sarah N (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad has been with you at Hill Brow Residential Care Home now for over a year, and we couldn't be happier. He is so settled, and loves all the attention he gets. It truly feels like home to him. His room is really comfy, but it's the care that individuals receive that is a blessing to us. Dad loves the
music and so many of the other activities. Thank you so much.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to do this lovely review for the team at Hill Brow. They all love your father and enjoy watching as he gets involved with all the activities, especially the music and dancing.


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Review from Liz G (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has recently passed away at Hill Brow having been a resident since March of this year. I cannot speak highly enough of the compassion and care that she received from the whole staff team. The atmosphere is always so positive and in the range of activities on offer there is surely something
for everyone who wishes to partake. Mum particularly appreciated the garden area, which is kept immaculate and she enjoyed a stroll around it and sitting out in the sun during the summer.
All staff treated her with dignity and respect throughout her stay but we are particularly grateful for their care during the last few weeks of her life when she needed nursing care. Their ability and willingness to provide this meant that she was able to remain in a familiar environment to the end. Their communication with me was excellent throughout her stay - I really felt that we were partners in her care. I would highly recommend Hill Brow and think they deserve their Outstanding CQC rating.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind words. All of the team will be so proud to read your thoughtful review. Your mother was a lovely lady and is missed by everyone at Hill Brow.


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Review from Julie L (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident at Hill Brow since February 2022. From my very first visit to the home I have found all of the staff very friendly, approachable, helpful, welcoming and nothing is ever too much trouble. My mother has settled in very well and has made new friends. Every week there is a
range of themed activities which the residents can participate in if they so wish. Mum has especially enjoyed the fortnightly entertainers that have been invited into the home to sing and has also been on a number of outings which have included visit to garden centre, local pub, canal boat trip, seaside and more recently Windsor.
Hill Brow has a very well tended garden which my mother enjoys a regular walk around. During the summer we enjoyed tea and biscuits served to us there by the staff, which was lovely. There was also a summer barbecue held for residents and their families.
Hill Brow is spotless and well managed and it has given me peace of mind that Mum is in the best hands.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you very much for this lovely review of the home, the management and the team. Everyone will be so proud to read it. We are delighted to have your mother with us at Hill Brow.


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Review from Olivia C (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 22 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandma came to live at Hillbrow nearly a year ago having lost my grandpa after 60 years of marriage. It has been perfect for her as she is an incredibly kind and loving lady herself and is cared for by all of the staff (including the senior team, all the carers, housekeeping and catering staff)
with the same level of kindness, love, respect and empathy that she has always shown other people. She has a beautiful, comfortable room which is just the right size for her to feel cosy but big enough for her to fit in all her photos, precious things and items that bring back memories from a happy past. She has been able to bring lots of her own furniture and that has made a real difference to her feeling at home. She has made some close relationships with many of the staff and residents and has been able to enjoy a mix of privacy and sociability that really suits her. The staff are all full of humour, fun, respect and kindness and nothing is ever too much trouble. I'm so grateful.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you so much for your kind review for the staff at Hill Brow. They will be so pleased to read it. We are so happy to have your grandma at Hill Brow.


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Review from Paul C (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 22 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mother in Law has been living at Hill Brow for just over a year and I and all our family are thrilled with the care, love and attention she receives. All of the staff are wonderful and the standards of care are extremely high, led by the management team. There is a perfect mix of professionalism
and humour which makes 'the house', as my Mother in Law calls it, just like living in a large family. We couldn't be happier.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

We are so pleased to have your mother-in-law with us at Hill Brow. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this lovely review for the team.


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Review from Steven U (Son of Resident) published on 20 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Hill Brow is a fantastic care home with competent and caring staff. My wife and I are very grateful for the homely environment it provides for our Mum. She is very happy and has cultivated many new friendships in a relaxed and comfortable environment.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

We are so pleased your Mum is happy and has made friends at Hill Brow. Thank you for taking the time to do this kind review.


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Review from J A (Niece of Resident) published on 20 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Auntie moved to Hill Brow at the age of 91 years. Until this time she had lived in her own home but she recognised the time had come to move to a place where she would have company and be looked after. She was very nervous. On the day of the move into the home the staff at Hill Brow welcomed her
and made her very comfortable and cared for. She quickly felt at home at Hill Brow and that was thanks to the kindness and care shown to her by all the people there looking after her. My Auntie went out on outings, did activities such as flower arranging, took part in the Sing Song and generally has been having a fantastic time. So much so she told me after only a few weeks at Hill Brow she didn't want to go back to her home. This was such a comforting comment for me to hear her say. She was happy and getting involved in all things going on at the Home. If it's care and kindness your loved one needs I would highly recommend Hill Brow.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you so much for your lovely, kind, thoughtful review, all of the staff will be touched to read it. We are so pleased your Aunt enjoyed living at Hill Brow, we loved having her here.


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Review from J A (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5

I noticed my father's plastic water jug and 2 plastic glasses in his room had not been refreshed over two days. I reported to management. The rooms would benefit from blackout blinds, far too light. One evening I was present, I noticed his bed hadn't been made, but the two girls, who were finishing
their shift, did notice also; and changed and made his bed as I was there. They should also pay attention to applying the name pins onto residents' clothes, particularly on thin items like socks. The pins are sharp and can sit slightly proud.
When I took my father to the hospital for tests, they said care homes should be particularly vigilant in monitoring residents' hydration in a heatwave. I was recommended to another care home. My father is now happily settled, hydrated, and being looked after in his new care home.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to bring your experience to our attention and we are very sorry you feel this way. With regard to resident water jugs, these are changed as a minimum twice a day in addition to our residents being offered refreshments every two hours outside of meal times. It is regrettable that you were unable to raise your concerns with the home when your loved one was staying with us, so we could have discussed and addressed appropriately. We know that you were disappointed that your loved one was unable to stay in the home beyond the respite period you had pre-arranged. However, we are so pleased to hear that your father is happy and settled.


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Review from R Z (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 5 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at Hill Brow Residential Care Home look after my Grandma wonderfully. She has a beautiful room with an en-suite which she has been able to enjoy making her own. The activities available to the residents are fantastic and the food they are served is of a high standard. Thank you

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to do a review for Hill Brow. The staff will be so pleased to read it. We love having your Grandma with us in the home.


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Review from Shan E (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I highly recommend Hill Brow Care Home. The dedication to care shown by the amazing team has helped my mum settle really well. The team have taken the time to get to know my mum. I love all the attention to detail and the way we are kept up to date on how our mum is doing. I cannot praise this home
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Reply from Alison Lee, Owner at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Hi, Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review about Hill Brow. We are delighted to be caring for your mum and she is a wonderful resident. Thanks so much.


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Review from Sarah B (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has stayed at Hill Brow Residential Care Home a number of times for respite care whilst we take a holiday. He always settles quickly and looks forward to being with the staff, who both understand his needs and who know which elements of the home really work for Dad. The ability to walk around
the beautiful gardens is a priority for Dad as well as being able to balance his own privacy with time with staff and residents. He has enjoyed his three stays so much; we are in the process of working with Hill Brow to find Dad a permanent stay. From my point of view, I know I can trust the excellent care and company he receives, which gives me huge confidence to make the next step in his care. The staff are excellent at looking after the needs of the residents and their relatives.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you for your kind review. We are always pleased to have your father in the home and how happy he is when he is with us, and we look forward to his next stay.


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Review from Clare S (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad has been a resident at Hill Brow Residential Care Home since April and was quick to settle due to the attention and care he received from the staff. We had regular updates about him during the first couple of weeks which helped to settle us too. It is a bonus that Dad has been able to bring some
of his furniture with him, and his room looks homely and familiar. All the staff are caring, helpful and ready with a smile. Dad says that he is very comfortable, enjoys the food and is happy with his move. We couldn't ask for more, and I would readily recommend the home.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

All the team are so pleased your father has settled in well at Hill Brow and that he is happy. Thank you for taking the time to do a lovely review; the team will be very pleased to read it.


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Review from Karen M (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since the day of our family visit to consider a place for my mum to date, I have been so pleased with our choice. My mum arrived in Dec 2021 during the Covid pandemic and was in her room most of that time. This is not only a huge demand on her but on the staff who were great, and through that time,
so caring and diligent in their Covid protection measures and procedures. It was assuring to know how much effort was put in to stop the cross infection and keep my mum and others safe and well. Access to primary care was available, and booster vaccination was carried out too. Mum has settled well and has begun to get involved in daytime activities that she refused to do when living at home. This is mostly because she is hard of hearing and lacked confidence. The efforts of the staff to get her involved are really commendable, and it adds to our confidence that Mum is involved and not sitting in her room and becoming lonely. We are so pleased with the staff and the setting at Hill Brow Residential Care Home.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you very much for your kind words and considered review for Hill Brow and the team. All of the staff will be so pleased to see their hard work is appreciated. Your mum is a joy to have with us in the home.


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Review from Colin H (Son of Resident) published on 22 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum became a resident in December 2021 and has settled in very well. She enjoys joining in with most of the activities and has made friends too. The staff have been wonderful in making her feel at home and part of the family. We are so happy that she is here and we have noticed such a difference
in her in every way. We are very grateful for the weekly and monthly dates regarding Mum including photos too of all the activities they do. All of the staff are caring and kind.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to do a review for Hill Brow, all of the staff will be happy to read it. We are pleased your mum is happy and so settled at Hill Brow.


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Review from Mark H (Resident) published on 24 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since our Mother moved to Hillbrow Residential Home she has taken on a new lease of life. From day one it was very apparent from the attitude of the staff and management that it was a happy and professionally run home. Not once whether on the phone or being greeted at the front door did I ever hear
or see unhappy staff. The cheerful and genuine care given to our Mother is first class.

Reply from Lauren Stoneman, PA/Administrator at Hill Brow Residential Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to do this lovely review. All the team love having your mother with us a Hill Brow and we are so pleased she is happy.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.944)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.944) out of 10 for Hill Brow Residential Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 41 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 41 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 4.944 for Hill Brow Residential Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (463 Excellents x 5) + (20 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 486 Ratings = 4.944

  • 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 Hill Brow Residential Care Home is based on 41 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 32 registered maximum number of service users is 6.4, which has been reached with 41 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: 19 Jul 2019

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Outstanding

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  • Effective

    Outstanding

  • Responsive

    Outstanding

  • 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 (9)

Alison

Alison Lee

Job Title: Proprietor

Joined: 1998

I am Alison and the proud Proprietor of Woodlands & Hill Brow Ltd. I am a nurse holding a Degree in Nursing with a Diploma in Elderly Care. I left the NHS where I was Ward Manager of an elderly care unit at The Royal Free Hospital, to assumed control of Woodlands & Hill Brow following my mother's retirement in 1998. I am immensely proud of what we have achieved in our homes, providing the highest standards of care which are built on an ethos of family-centred care. I am also a teacher and assessor ensuring I can support our staff through their development and training.


Laura

Laura Cooper

Job Title: General Manager

Joined: 2015

Hello, my name is Laura Cooper, I have worked for the Lee family for over 8 years and I am extremely proud to be the General Manager for Woodlands and Hill Brow’s four homes. With over 20 years of previous Leadership and HR experience behind me, I work with the homes daily to promote and ensure that the happiness of our residents and all our permanent staff members remains at the heart of all we do.


Bev

Bev Anderson

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 2014

I joined the company in 2014 with a level 5 Qualification in Health and Social Care. I am proud to work in a really special place with such lovely people - residents and staff and I are especially proud we achieved a rating of Outstanding by CQC in 2018.


My passion is caring for the elderly. I believe everyone should receive compassion and outstanding care in their later years and that this can be achieved with well-trained and good staff working in partnership with our residents and their families and other Health Care Specialists and Professionals.


Rejoyce

Rejoyce

Job Title: Deputy Home Manager

Joined: 2010

My name is Rejoice, I have worked at Hill Brow for over 10 years. I started as a carer, then became a senior carer and now deputy manager working alongside our lovely manager Bev. I really enjoy my role and working with our outstanding team at Hill Brow and my passion is caring for our lovely residents. I love getting to know their likes and what makes them truly happy, so we can do all we can to offer them the best care possible.


Ben

Ben Smith

Job Title: Resident Liaison Manager

Joined: 2023

My role is incredibly rewarding. I am part of a massive life-changing decision that is incredibly personal and needs to be made with confidence. I think of myself as a guide for families and individuals during this new chapter of their life.


I help support them with any questions and concerns but what I love most is every day I get to meet new people, hear their life stories and build great relationships with them and their families. Once they have moved in it is a joy to watch our residents thrive and enjoy life, and loved ones too.


Sharon

Sharon

Job Title: Senior Carer

My name is Sharon. I am Senior Carer at Hill Brow Residential Home. My passion in life is looking after people. I really enjoy caring for all our residents and their different needs and having the time to get to know them. I really enjoy being part of a strong team at Hill Brow that doesn’t use Agency staff at any time.


Lynn

Lynn Baker

Job Title: Chef

I'm Lynn, and I work as a Chef at Hill Brow. I absolutely love being part of such a caring company that values and supports its employees. The management team is incredibly supportive and always prioritizes the well-being of the residents and staff.


One of the best parts of my job is preparing meals for the residents at Hill Brow. I make sure to have individual conversations with each resident to learn about their favourite foods and preferred drinks. It's important to me that they are happy, so I strive to provide them with wholesome, delicious, and nutritious meals that they truly enjoy.


Dawn

Dawn Devin

Job Title: Activities Coordinator

Joined: 2012

I love my job as an activities coordinator. The most important part of my day to me is spending quality time with the residents whether in a group activity or chatting on a one to one basis. I particularly enjoy the art and craft activities. When I first started the Wednesday afternoon Art Club I could only persuade a few of the residents to join in, now I have residents and their family join in!


A regular Friday afternoon activity which I introduced soon after I started in this role is Word Association. I always get full attendance for this as the associations can be very unpredictable and humorous.


Story writing is another popular activity. I usually try to tie the theme into a current event or choose a popular childhood memory to develop into a story, however by far the most popular theme is a murder mystery. All of the residents have an opportunity to add a suggestion which is included in the story. The stories are a great way to bring out their sense of humour and it never fails to surprise me how inventive they can be.


I have also introduced food and cooking activities where I have helped the residents pipe onto cakes and biscuits with chocolate or icing and they get to eat their own creations! I use my love of art, cake decorating and watercolour painting to develop new projects and my latest creation is a giant bingo game which can also be used for quiz questions. We always look forward to our weekly outings and also the musicians that come to perform.


It’s a real privilege to be able to spend so much time with our residents. I feel very much appreciated by our residents and enjoy being part of the team at Hill Brow.


Doug

Doug

Job Title: Facilities Manager

My name is Doug, I am the facilities manager for the Woodlands and Hill Brow Group. I am a qualified electrician and have been in the building industry for nearly 40 years. I was introduced to the team at Woodlands and Hill Brow Ltd when I was involved in the building of Hill House nursing home and then when I designed the electrical systems at Farnham Mill. I take pride in my maintenance team and in providing a safe, well maintained, attractive place for the residents and staff alike to live and work.