Buxton House

423b Radipole Lane, Weymouth DT4 0QJ
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9.7 94 Reviews
  • Buxton House, Weymouth
Buxton House is a warm and welcoming residential and dementia care home in Weymouth, Dorset. With a light and airy atmosphere, the home allows residents to live their lives as if in the comfort of their own homes whilst being cared for by committed, professionally trained staff.

Buxton House has 64 ensuite single bedrooms, divided into four wings to create a homely feel. Each wing has its own spacious lounge/diner and kitchen area.

Buxton House provides compassionate care for those who can longer live independently and also offers intermediate care for people requiring a short period of rehabilitation.

All residents can enjoy a wide variety of activities and entertainment in and around the home, plus outings in the Care South minibus to local landmarks and attractions.

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Care Provided by Buxton House

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Younger Adults
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 64 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Lauren Taylor (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 18+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (64)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (64)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Buxton House

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

Facilities

  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Buxton House Reviews (94)

Total of 94, showing 81-94
9.7

Buxton House has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.682) out of 10, based on 39 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Buxton House has 94 reviews.

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Review from M M (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely provision.
Great staff.
This is just to say thank you for the care and support over the past three years, that you have provided to my mum!

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Review from Frankie T (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 24 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Moving my nan out of her house and finding a care home for her to spend the rest of her life was both stressful and upsetting for our family - but seeing how happy she is at Buxton House has been a relief to us all. We are so grateful for every member of staff that shows her such love and kindness.
She loves the days out and knitting afternoon. Thank you all for giving my nan a lovely home to live in for the rest of her life.

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Review from Selena T (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident at Buxton House since June 2018. She is extremely happy here. It is a huge relief to the family to find such a lovely care home. The staff are all caring towards my mother and she is always telling us how happy she is living there.

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Review from Stephen L (Resident) published on 5 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everything about Buxton House is top notch.

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Review from L H (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent.

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Review from Brian T (Friend of Resident) published on 28 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been visiting a resident friend at Buxton House for nearly five years and throughout that time I've been very impressed with the high standard of quality care available. There is always a friendly welcome on arrival and the "feel good" factor that permeates all departments is even more evident
the longer one stays. Facilities are second to none and it's very obvious that all who work there take great pride in what they do. I have nothing but praise for everybody involved, especially at Christmas when generosity abounds. One never looks forward to life in a care home, but if ever failing health left me with no alternative Buxton House would be my first choice. I have visited many people in many care homes over the years and all others fall short in comparison. Well done!

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Review from Rosalyn T (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Myself and my family were very pleased with the care my father received whilst in Buxton House, Weymouth. The staff were always helpful and friendly no matter what time of day we visited my father.

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Review from Francesca B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 12 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

During the course of my father-in-law's stay he was cared for in a friendly, attentive and dignified way, his family were welcomed and made to feel a part of his care. The environment was suitable for his needs bright and clean. Staff were helpful and often went above and beyond.

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Review from S-J M (Niece of Resident) published on 12 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Having seen how my uncle was treated I think Buxton House is wonderful.

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Review from J B (Wife of Resident) published on 12 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

During my husbands stay at Buxton House he, and indeed myself were treated with the utmost respect. The care shown to him was everything I could have wished for and enabled him to end his life in a caring and lovely setting. I will always be grateful.

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Review from T B (Grandson of Resident) published on 31 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent facilities and friendly staff. The effort and care applied to my grandfather was amazing. His end of life treatment provided both sensitivity and respect to our family.

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Review from Michael F (Partner of Resident) published on 9 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visited my partner every day since she was admitted.
The staff are excellent and make me feel at home. I observe the staff working with residents. Food is very good, rooms clean, tables laid out very well. Staff very helpful.
Can't stay anymore.

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Review from L H (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 15 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am the next of kin of one of the residents who wishes to remain anonymous. I also have power if attorney over his affairs, although he is very satisfied overall. One very significant aspect is lacking. The food is abysmally poor in nutrition, the meat is always very tough and the stew a mass of tasteless
mess, with no sign of any onion (the most basic ingredient in a stew).
His once weekly meal with me outside is his special treat - please set this matter right asap. Thank you.

Reply from Simon Bird, Director at Buxton House

Care South is grateful for this feedback and the many good areas that have been highlighted. Naturally the feedback on "Food and Drink" is disappointing and of concern. Care South prides itself on offering the highest standards of catering and nutrition across all its homes, and is looking into this individual experience and how improvements can be made. Generally feedback from residents at Buxton House is positive about food and nutrition. If the reviewer would like to contact the Manager of the home directly she would be glad to discuss this matter to ensure that this experience is not repeated.


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Review from Caron I (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 4 August 2015
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This care home was wonderful, they looked after my Nan so well, kept her motivated, had her laughing with VE celebrations, and many other activities. If she didn't sleep well she would keep the night nurse company and chat. One young lady even let her brush and plait her hair, which she got such enjoyment
from. The staff go above and beyond in every way, and I can never thank them enough for all their effort, care and work.

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.682)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.682) out of 10 for Buxton House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 39 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 38 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 4.682 for Buxton House is calculated as follows: ( (329 Excellents x 5) + (109 Goods x 4) + (18 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 456 Ratings = 4.682

  • 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 Buxton House is based on 38 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 64 registered maximum number of service users is 12.8, which has been reached with 38 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: 14 Sep 2022

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    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Meet the Team (1)

Lauren

Lauren Taylor

Job Title: Home Manager

“I have worked in the Health and Social Care sector since I was old enough to be employed; whilst continuing to study, develop and achieve the skills and qualifications I have.


I began my career working with Care South as a Care Assistant and progressed to my present role as Home Manager of Buxton House. I initially began my journey at Buxton House and worked across the company in different locations – I am so glad to be back!


Ensuring every day is meaningful for the people we care for is what drives me and the team at Buxton House to give the best possible service.


We aim to support our residents and be involved in the care we provide; to enhance their independence in confidence, knowing we can support them with our person-centred approach.


I am proud and fortunate to be part of a fun, professional and caring team who work above and beyond expectations consistently.”