Glen Tanar

65 Cavendish Road, Bispham, Blackpool FY2 9NJ
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9.9 64 Reviews
  • Glen Tanar, Blackpool
Glen Tanar Residential Home is situated in a quiet residential area close to the Queen’s Promenade in Bispham. The home is convenient for a short stroll to the local shops or the promenade. The home provides care for just 21 ladies and gentlemen. The home has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

The home has a large spacious lounge on the ground floor which is tastefully decorated with comfortable chairs. This room has a beautiful large bay window from which the residents can relax and enjoy the views of the garden and watch the passers-by. The dining room is located on the ground floor adjacent to the lounge. The lounge and dining areas are open plan which allows the residents to move easily around.

A choice of menu is available at each meal. Special diets can be catered for. Each meal is freshly prepared using only the finest ingredients. The menu is both wholesome and varied, providing a well-balanced diet.

A digital care planning system is used to create person-centred care plans for each resident. A Care App, which is part of the digital care system, enables care staff to record care notes, which automatically update charts, reports, care plans and many other features.

The bedrooms are tastefully furnished and decorated to a high standard. Residents can bring in small items of furniture and personal items to personalise their bedrooms. The home has two shower rooms fitted with facilities to make them suitable for those residents with mobility difficulties.

There is a beautiful lawned garden at the front of the home. A new decking area has recently been added to the front of the home. There is also a small enclosed garden at the rear of the home. Residents can easily access the decking area and the enclosed garden area from the lounge. During the summer months, residents like to enjoy the sunshine, a drink and socialising in the garden areas.

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Care Provided by Glen Tanar

  • 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 21 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Cancer Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Schizophrenia
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Helen Powell (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • adults over 65, adults under 65.
    • Ages 45+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (21)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No
    • Last Refurbishment: 2024
    • Number of floors: 2

Funding & Fees Guide for Glen Tanar

  • 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 from £725
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £794
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Glen Tanar 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

Glen Tanar Reviews (64)

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9.9

Glen Tanar has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.938) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Glen Tanar has 64 reviews.

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Review from Susan M (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This, for us as a family, was a very hard decision for mum to go into a home, but on that we now know it was the best and right decision for mum.
Glen Tanar is a lovely home that not only makes mum feel at home but also welcomes and supports us as a family. All the residents in the home always have
a smile on their faces, and nothing is too much trouble for any of the staff. They go above and beyond with the outstanding care given to the residents at Glen Tanar.
Their entertainment program is outstanding, and they try to encourage all residents to be involved, which is lovely, and it is also lovely to see updates on social media when you have work commitments.
My mum has now settled and really enjoys being there, which is reassuring for the family. I also now feel that when I leave Mum, she is happy, and I know she is safe and very well looked after. I can't thank the manager and her team enough for making a very difficult decision and time as a family reassuring and lovely for our mum.

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Review from Elaine K (Sister of Resident) published on 14 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The transition of my brother moving into Glen Tanar was seamless. All the team have been absolutely amazing in supporting him (and me) along the way.
The support provided in every element has been outstanding. Everyone has gone out of their way to make him feel included and part of the Glen Tanar family.
He's enjoying the food and company. Being here has hugely enhanced his quality of life. Thank you.

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Review from Jean B (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother always says the best thing she ever did was come into Glen Tanar.
She says it is home from home, all the staff are wonderful, and she is cared for brilliantly.
She has a lovely room, plenty of company, good food and there is always plenty going on to keep us entertained.
What more can you
ask for knowing that your 93-year-old mother is happy where she lives.
Thank you Glen Tanar.

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Review from J W (Son of Resident) published on 11 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has now been at Glen Tanar for over 3 years. She is extremely well cared for and enjoys participating in the activities that are provided; she has even learned how to use an electronic tablet! She recently had to visit A&E and the team ensured she was accompanied at all times whilst she waited
to see a doctor.
Her room is kept to an immaculate condition and she enjoys the meals provided.
I am very grateful to all the staff for the care provided, it certainly gives me peace of mind.

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Review from Ian B (Son of Resident) published on 25 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The warmth of the welcome we receive as visitors is exceptional, and it is absolutely clear how much the staff care for everyone, it's a wonderfully friendly place, and my mum loves it. The food is first class (better than a previous care home according to my mum!), and the bedrooms are lovely and comfortable.

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Review from Pauline H (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 6 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This care home is excellent, the staff are so caring and fun. The communication with management is clear and helpful. Mother-in-law is so happy and loves the staff and the interaction with all the residents too. There is always a great atmosphere in the home, but it's also very professional too.
11/10
super excellent!

Reply from Pamela Mathauda, Owner at Glen Tanar

Thank you for your kind words. It is lovely to receive such a positive review. We will pass your comments on to the staff as they are the ones that make the home what it is. We want them to feel valued and be proud of what they do.


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Review from A S (Niece of Resident) published on 9 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Glen Tanar has been the right choice of care home for my Aunt. She has been a resident for several years and during this time the care she has received has been excellent. The staff is hardworking, tentative towards my Aunt, and caring. They are all extremely approachable and will help with whatever
needs you require. My aunt has been extremely happy and gets on well with all the staff. Management is fantastic. I can't fault this care home and would highly recommend it.

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Review from Lorna C (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Such lovely staff, so very kind to my mum and so very kind to us when we visit. Staff go out of their way to make sure Mum is comfortable. Staff take time to contact us regularly as we live such a long way from Mum, they make sure we are updated and make it easy to visit whenever it suits us.

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Review from Violet W (Resident) published on 25 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I know everything is good lately and excellent, we have good fun and a laugh.

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Review from Michael S (Friend of Resident) published on 22 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It's a very welcoming care home, the staff were very helpful, kind, happy and pleasant my friend is very happy and I always get offered a brew, very homely and other residents seem happy and content.

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Review from Glenn M (Son of Resident) published on 12 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Friendly staff. Warm environment. Caring and professional.

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Review from Kimberly S (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We were hesitant about putting Mum into full-time care as she has always been with family. However, the management and staff have been so welcoming and give full disclosure.
My mum is really happy at the home and this has made the transition so much easier and accepting.

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Review from K B (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We came to view Glenn Tanar when my Dad was in another home we weren't happy with. We loved it immediately. We had to wait a few weeks for a place to become available, now he is in Glenn Tanar we are delighted with the experience for Dad. It's such a relief for him to be in a happy home where he is
entertained and treated with dignity. I can't speak highly enough of the ream here, who have made him (and us) feel very welcome.

Reply from Pamela Mathauda, Owner at Glen Tanar

Thank you for your lovely review. It is great to receive such wonderful feedback.


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Review from J M (Relative of Resident) published on 11 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are very helpful and kind, the rooms are bright and welcoming.

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Review from A M (Son of Resident) published on 11 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely amazing place. Loads of room, fabulous staff, freshly cooked food, lots to do and Dad loves it, as do we. Can't recommend highly enough.

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Review from Carl S (Son of Resident) published on 16 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was a resident, or should I say part of the 'Glen Tanar family', from March 2022 until the end of October 2022 when she sadly passed away. As soon as she moved in I knew instantly this was the right home for her. All of the staff were so friendly and welcoming, there was just a lovely vibe
about the place, everyone, residents and staff, seemed happy and there was always so much laughter. During her stay at Glen Tanar, my mother was cared for to the very highest standard and with such love and attention, nothing was too much for the staff. We were always welcomed very warmly and encouraged to see Mum whenever we wanted no matter what time of day or night. This home is just a class above all the other care homes I've had dealings with. I really could not have wished for a better place for my mum to be, it's an amazing home. I can't thank the manager and all her wonderful staff enough for the unwavering care and compassion they showed my mum. Thank you.

Reply from Pamela Mathauda, Owner at Glen Tanar

Many thanks for this wonderful review. It goes without saying your mum will be missed dearly. The people we look after become part of our family and are never forgotten. Not only them but their extended family become part of our home/family.


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Review from Zoe E (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since moving into Glen Tanar, my mum has become much happier. She is very well cared for and nothing is too much trouble for the staff. They have lots of activities and the home is clean and bright. I cannot recommend this place enough.

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Review from Gail D (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I looked around for a care home for Dad when he was poorly back in May 2022. I live in Cornwall so not able to be there. Glen Tanar sounded just right from the telephone calls we had. This proved to be the case from the moment he was admitted into their care. He was quite poorly initially and they recognised
this straight away and contacted the GP. From then on they had the perfect mix of care and understanding of Dad's need to keep his independence. I will be forever grateful for the kindness and caring they showed him and me when I came to visit. They encouraged all the things Dad enjoyed and the staff went above and beyond to make his stay with them a positive one. He achieved his goal by going into rehab and then home where he is now. This would not have happened if it had not been for the professional care and attention he received at Glen Tanar. Thank you to all the staff, a great team led by the manager.

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Review from Lisa J (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely faultless. Amazing home and the staff can't do enough to help. Love all of the staff. Couldn't have wished for a better care home for Mum. Thank you so much.

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Review from H E (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been a resident for 18 months. After an initial reluctance to accept care, she settled in well.
She is content and happy. She had made friends and we have seen a huge improvement in her well being. The precautions and care during the pandemic were excellent.
My mum is not the easiest of
people but the staff treat her with patience, kindness and humour.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.938)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.938) out of 10 for Glen Tanar 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 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 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 4.938 for Glen Tanar is calculated as follows: ( (167 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 178 Ratings = 4.938

  • 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 Glen Tanar is based on 15 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 21 registered maximum number of service users is 4.2, which has been reached with 15 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: 22 May 2019

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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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Helen Powell

Job Title: Registered Managers

Joined: 2014

Hello, my name is Helen and I am the Registered Manager at Glen Tanar Rest Home.


I have worked in the care sector for many years, I started working at Glen Tanar as a carer in 2014 and I worked my way up and now I am the Registered Manager of the home. I love what I do.


Myself and my team are really passionate about what we do and enriching the lives of those we care for is really important to us.


Come and see for yourself! we look forward to welcoming you into our home.


Frequently Asked Questions about Glen Tanar

What types of Care is Glen Tanar 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 Glen Tanar provide?

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

How many Rooms does Glen Tanar have?

There are 21 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Glen Tanar?

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 Glen Tanar to the centre of Blackpool?

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