Bramble House

96a/98 Stroud Road, 98 Stroud Road, Gloucester GL1 5AJ
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  • Bramble House, Gloucester
Bramble House is a specialist dementia care home, carrying out person-centred care packages based on independent living and an active lifestyle, within a modern and homely accommodation.

Combining quality care with excellent support and advice for individuals and their families, the service hopes to have a positive impact upon all those affected by dementia, as well as effectively safeguarding residents from any health and security issues.

Bramble House accepts both Privately funded and Gloucester County Council funded clients.

An innovative approach to dementia care includes group living and themed areas, colour coding of areas to aid recognition and to promote independence, memory boxes and personalised 'front doors'. The home also boasts pleasant surroundings with three large garden areas and strong links with the community and related health professionals.

Bramble House offers long term placements, respite care including emergency respite care, a hot meals on wheels service and also day care (7 days a week) for individuals with dementia.

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Care Provided by Bramble 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 29 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Alzheimer's
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Forestglade Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Emma Burden (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • We accept privately funded and council funded placements. We also accept emergency admissions.
    • Ages 18+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (26)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No
    • Last Refurbishment: 2025
    • Number of floors: 2

Funding & Fees Guide for Bramble 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 £1,100 – £1,400
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,100 – £1,400
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care £1,100 – £1,400
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,099 – £1,400

  • Bramble House accepts privately funded and council funded placements. Fees are calculated on the basis of the needs of each individual and it is recommended that you contact the Home to discuss your needs and the fee structure


    Included in fees will be the care and support on a day-to-day basis as agreed in the initial assessment. Anything over and above that support - is subject to a supplementary charge, for example, 1-2-1 support when this has not been agreed by the fee payer. An individual's room, meals and some activities are also included.


    Usually outside of the standard fees are hairdressing, chiropody, daily newspapers, taxis, escort duties, some trips out and toiletries.


    A full list of what is included is available from the Home.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Bramble House to find out the exact price for your requirements)

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

  • Bramble House is happy for visiting at any time, although does request that anyone intending to visit after 8pm calls the home first. If a specific reason for the visit, i.e. a birthday or family celebration and are likely to be a few people visiting at the same time, please let the Home know so that they can arrange a suitable space for you - and tea/coffee etc if required.


    The Home does not have any pets due to allergies of some residents, however, if you have a pet that you would like to bring in to visit, this may be possible, please let the Home know in advance.


  • Parking

  • Ample parking on the forecourt at the front of Bramble House and also on-street parking nearby without any charges.


Bramble House Reviews (6)

7.9

Bramble House has a Review Score of 7.9 (7.928) out of 10, based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bramble House has 6 reviews.

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Review from Paula L (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 April 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't speak highly enough about Bramble House and the incredible team who cared for my Mum over the past 4.5 years. It truly became a safe haven for her, a place where she was not only looked after with professionalism but also with genuine kindness, love and compassion. The staff are dedicated, patient,
warm and go above and beyond to make each resident feel valued and respected. It's clear that the carers aren't just doing a job, they genuinely care for others, which shows in everything they do. The home is thoughtfully managed, with an emphasis on dignity, safety and support for their residents. They are approachable, communicative and responsive, giving families peace of mind. My Mum loved it here, and I loved visiting too, becoming part of their big family. Even around her passing we were fully supported, with the professionals, management and the carers ensuring Mum had a dignified passing. A huge thank you to all who manage and work at Bramble, you are truly amazing people.

Reply from Melanie Rayner, Director at Bramble House

Thank you for your kind words Paula, this recognition is so appreciated and will be passed on to the team and we feel the same way, you are part of the Bramble family and you are always welcome.


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Review from J A (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 April 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

To the staff at Bramble House Care Home. words cannot describe how grateful I am, for the care you administered to my dad. You extended love to him, you understood him and gave him the space and time to be himself. Dad was treated with the utmost care and kindness especially towards the end of his life.
I really appreciated all the efforts of the staff to keep dad as comfortable as possible. When dad became a resident at Brambles in 2022, I had cause to point out a few issues, which were all addressed and acted upon. I then saw dad had settled in and was now happy. The staff were absolutely amazing, even when short staffed, they were happy, caring and friendly to my dad and the other residents. In the last days and hours of dad's life the staff at Brambles took their level of care to another level. Even family and friends who came to visit my dad commented on how impressed they were with the level of service and care they saw for themselves, the staff couldn't do enough for dad.

Reply from Melanie Rayner, Director at Bramble House

Thank you J for your kind words, we are so happy that we were able to help you and your Dad. You are very welcome.


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Review from Roland F (Son of Resident) published on 14 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum was treated with care and kindness especially towards the end. We really appreciated the efforts of the staff to keep Mum comfortable and safe.
Thank you.

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Review from Susan B (Wife of Resident) published on 8 May 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Most caring. Will listen to problems and will help solve them. A few points I have issues with are acted upon, like cutting up lunches etc and using a spoon to help with feeding.
My husband has settled in very well and gets on well with the staff and enjoys the entertainments. I now have peace of mind.

Reply from Mike James, Registered Manager at Bramble House

Thank you for your comments, I will share with staff team.


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Review from Dennis T (Son of Resident) published on 19 April 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My review may be described by some as "Over the top" but my mother is more than content with the general surroundings and with her personal bedroom - which leads me to say to all the staff at Bramble, many many thanks!

Reply from Michael James, Registered Manager at Bramble House

Thank you kindly for your review, I will pass this over to the staff team.


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Review from Beryl A (Wife of Resident) published on 19 April 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband was a resident in Bramble House from 4/1/16 until his death on the 5/2/17.
We cannot praise Bramble House enough for the care, attention and love he received there. I could not fault it and would not hesitate to recommend it as a wonderful caring home. The staff were outstanding, happy,
caring and so friendly to the residents and visitors alike. So thankful we found Bramble House.

Reply from Michael James, Registered Manager at Bramble House

Thank you kindly for review, I will pass this over to the care team.


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Current Review Score: 7.9 (7.928)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 7.9 (7.928) out of 10 for Bramble House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 2 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.5 out of 5 from 2 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 4.458 for Bramble House is calculated as follows: ( (13 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 24 Ratings = 4.458

  • 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 3.47 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bramble House is based on 2 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 = 3.125

    • 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 29 registered maximum number of service users is 5.8. 2 Positive Reviews ÷ 5.8 = 0.345

  • 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: 24 Mar 2020

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  • 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Bramble House

What types of Care is Bramble House registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care, Physical Disability, Sensory Impairment & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Bramble House provide?

Palliative Care, Day Care, Convalescent Care, Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit, Own GP if required & End of Life Care are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Bramble House have?

There are 26 Single Rooms and 1 Couple/Companion Room.

What are the Facilities & Services at Bramble House?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Bramble House to the centre of Gloucester?

0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.