Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

21-27 Russell Hill Road, Purley CR8 2LF
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  • Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection, Purley
Purley Gardens offers high-quality personalised residential, dementia and nursing care to those in the Purley, Surrey and South London areas. Respite care is also available whilst you recover after a hospital stay or just need a break from your everyday routine. The care home has 119 beds and on-site nursing facilities.

The home also welcomes couples.

The beautiful home sits away from the road and has excellent transport links to London, the south coast and the M25. The home is within easy reach of Whitgift Shopping Centre and Purley Downs Golf Course as well as a short drive to Croydon University Hospital. Purley Gardens provides its own hair salon, cafe and more!

The home has panoramic, landscaped gardens which are designed for wheelchair use, perfect for a gentle stroll and is pet friendly, so your four-legged friends can also move in.

Personalised care is given by a passionate and dedicated team of staff who ensure that all residents’ individual needs and requirements are met; whether that is arranging for your favourite meal to be cooked by the chef or arranging activities for you to enjoy.

Purley Gardens encourages residents to stay active, make new friends, nurture interests, learn new skills and pursue favourite hobbies. Their Activities Co-ordinator arranges a whole host of events, trips and onsite activities so there is always something to do.

Care Provided by Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 119 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Cancer Care
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Georgina Gamble (Interim General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (79)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (20)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (79)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (18)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Year Purpose Built: 2006
    • Last Refurbishment: 2023
    • Number of floors: 4

Funding & Fees Guide for Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

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

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • 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
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Stairlift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting
  • Welcome visitors and well behaved pets at all times.


  • Parking
  • Car park available on site.
    Alternative on-road parking also available outside (pay by Ringo App)


Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection Reviews (133)

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9.8

Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.841) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection has 133 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care was provided to both my parents during their respite time in the home.
The room was ideal, all staff were very efficient and very friendly to all members of the family.
The staff were very caring and could not have asked for better.

Reply from Sarah Ikhlef, Client Liaison Manager at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

Thank you for your review. We were delighted to get to know your mum and dad and their lovely family and we are here for you if you ever need us again. Warmest wishes to you all.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have had a first-class experience with the care home for my darling wife, all the staff have been very caring and of great help to her and to me, once more thank you, keep up the excellent work, I would highly recommend your care home.

Reply from Sarah Ikhlef, Client Liaison Manager at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

Such a lovely review - thank you.
We are so pleased that you are happy with your wife's care and as you know, we adore having her with us!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My cousin has been in the Purley Gardens Care home for the past 3 and a half years. She has physical needs and Alzheimer’s Syndrome, and from the beginning, she has been shown great kindness by the people who work here.
At the beginning of this year, due to her increasing needs, it was suggested
that she be moved to the Reminiscence department, which specialises in dealing with residents who have dementia. I was worried about the change, but I spoke at length to management and to the staff on the concierge (always so helpful), who suggested a visit.
My mind was immediately put at ease when I met the manager of Reminiscence. She has created a wonderful community, in which everyone who works there goes way beyond what is expected. My cousin has settled in so well and I cannot thank Purley Gardens enough for the exceptional care that has been shown to her.

Reply from Sarah Ikhlef, Client Liaison Manager at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so pleased that your loved one has settled well in our Rem community, she is so sociable, loves joining in with our musical entertainment and is such a pleasure to have around!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Following an extended period my mother-in-law spent in hospital we reviewed and visited a number of local care homes to try and find the best we could for her. I think I can honestly say that Purley Gardens was head and shoulders above the others. Even at the initial visit, we were struck by the friendliness
of the staff, the general atmosphere of the care home and how much time we were afforded by the Client Liaison Manager. We were given a choice of rooms and the one chosen is a very good size with a view of the garden. Everyone we have encountered has been friendly and helpful. Also in making all the initial arrangements we have found the staff to be highly responsive which is very important. Most significantly my mother-in-law is doing very well in their care and her general health seems to be improving - she loves the food and seems to be flourishing and very happy.

Reply from Sarah Ikhlef, Client Liaison Manager at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

Thank you so much for your positive review Neil, we are delighted that your lovely mother-in-law has settled into our community so well and is thriving. We are enjoying getting to know her. I will pass on your comments to the team who will be so pleased to see your review. Thank you again.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have used Avery in Purley twice in the past 18 months for respite care for my mother-in-law. The care from the staff is excellent, always very kind to her and lovely that she was remembered from her previous visit. Always difficult putting a member of the family in for respite care but the team at
Purley Gardens help with the transition and make everything as easy as possible.

Reply from Sarah Ikhlef, Client Liaison Manager at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

Thank you for your lovely review - it's good to know that your mother-in-law has had a comfortable stay with us and we look forward to seeing her again in the future. We will make sure the team see your comments as it really makes a difference to know that they have had a positive impact on someone's stay with us. Please give our love and best wishes to your mother-in-law.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was cared for very well in reminiscence. She was always clean, dressed nicely and treated with dignity. When she passed away on 12/7/23, the staff were so wonderful to me and gave me a lot of support.

Reply from Rebecca Peters, Client Liaison Manager at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

Thank you for your kind words, we will miss your mum very much.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has been in Signature with dementia for 15 years, and believe, was the longest resident living in the Purley home. Would have to say she has been looked after with compassion, care, love and kindness by the wonderful staff in Rem, also thanks to all the amazing team working on the 2nd floor.
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no hesitation in recommending this excellent care home to families and friends who desire a first-class environment for their loved ones. Also, thanks must go to the deputy managers for all their consistent kindness and support over the years.
After Mum's recent passing, we had a wake in the activities lounge - which have to say, far exceeded our expectations. The food prepared by the chef was utterly delicious, and the two staff assisting with functioning this event were amazing and went well above and beyond the call of duty to make this an amazing celebration for Mum's life.

Reply from Rebecca Peters, Client Liaison Manager at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

We are so glad to hear of your positive experience and are thankful for your kind comments. As a team, we work together to provide the best experiences for both our residents and family members. Our team here at Signature Purley are so grateful for your comments and your mum will be missed by everyone.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very helpful, speedy and kind help with installing my own furniture in my room and putting my pictures up on the wall. It feels much more like home and makes a real difference.

Reply from Rebecca Peters, Client Liaison Manager at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of Signature at Purley. Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care to make a difference in our residents and their families' lives.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mother-in-law was hospitalised following a hip and thigh break and became more immobile and confused. She moved into a beautiful room with all her furniture and belongings that instantly made her feel at home. With an amazing team and incredible care and services at a reasonable price compared to many
other homes we looked at, my husband, family and I could not be more grateful and relieved!

Reply from Rebecca Peters, Client Liaison Manager at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

The team here at Signature at Purley would like to thank you for your kind words. We strive, as a team, to work closely with our residents so we can provide the very best care for each individual in our home, and we are glad to have made a difference.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was at Signature Purley for over two and a half years. The care given over this time was very good. Members of staff went out of their way to look after her and help her, not just carers and medical personnel, but administrators also. Sadly my mother passed away recently, but the end-of-life
care she received was exceptional, and the staff showed how much they cared.

Reply from Rebecca Peters, Client Liaison Manager at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

Thanks for such a lovely review and for choosing Signature at Purley; your mum will always be remembered fondly.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Following a very poor experience at another nursing home where my mum was extremely unhappy, and there were safeguarding issues, my mum moved to Signature at Purley. The staff were extremely helpful and welcoming, and there was an immediate change in my mum. I was able to spend more quality time with
my mum and participate in weekly entertainment etc. Staff were quick to adapt things to ensure my mum was as happy as possible and kept me fully updated with significant events. Mum was well cared for, food was excellent and plentiful, visitors were made to feel welcome, and the laundry lady took pride in her work and was helpful. All staff should be proud of themselves for providing such wonderful care to their customers. 2022 was a very difficult year for me, and I am so glad that I made the decision to move Mum to Signature at Purley. Sadly my mum passed in July after five weeks at Purley, and I will always be grateful to all staff that I was able to spend five weeks of quality time with Mum. Thank you.

Reply from Rebecca Peters, Client Liaison Manager at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

Thanks for your kind words and lovely feedback. Although your Mum's stay was fairly short, she made a big impression and will always be remembered fondly.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have always been very impressed with the level of care provided by all staff in reminiscence. The nurses are excellent and thorough in providing updates from a medical perspective. The carers are lovely and supportive, and it is so reassuring to know that they have the resident's best interests at
heart at all times.

Reply from Rebecca Peters, Client Liaison Manager at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

Hi Charlotte, thanks for your lovely words; we really appreciate your feedback.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been here for over five years now, and I am very happy. Lots of things to do every day in activities. I like flower arranging and tai-chi the best.

Reply from Rebecca Peters, Client Liaison Manager at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

Thank you for the lovely review; it's a pleasure having you with us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care and support my mother has received over nearly three years in this Signature home have been excellent. The programme of activities means there is always a source of interest and stimulation - it also encourages social interaction. The staff team at Signature are so very customer focused - always
listening to residents and finding ways to keep them happy. They also encourage friends and family to participate, and there is a real community spirit. Most staff go above and beyond in their work, and both my mother and I really appreciate their dedication - and sense of fun!

Reply from Signature at Purley, Customer Team at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

The team at Signature at Purley would firstly like to thank you for your kind words. We strive, as a team, to work closely with our residents so we can provide the very best care for each individual in our home, and we are glad to have made a difference.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandad has a fun time and was never sad there. Mu grandad loved the fish and chips on Fridays and loved the bowls on the carpet and gentleman club.

Reply from Signature at Purley, Customer Team at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

We are happy to hear that your grandfather enjoys this aspect of our home, and your kind words will be passed on to the team. We are thrilled to hear that our activities are a stand-out factor for your grandfather; there's always something new to do too.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My lovely friendly and old neighbour has had some bad news recently. Found out terminal cancer. After some looking around, she decided on Signature at Purley. And the best decision she ever made. Her room is beautiful, she enjoys a wide range of activities and nursing care is excellent.

Reply from Signature at Purley, Customer Team at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

We are glad to hear that your neighbour's having a positive experience at Signature, and we're thankful for your kind comments.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What a lovely place. All the staff are amazing! Clean, modern and spacious. Good food. Very attentive. Thank you!

Reply from Signature at Purley, Customer Team at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

That's wonderful to hear. Signature at Purley aims to stay attentive to their residents' needs for comfort and well-being.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a resident of months, I arrived at Signature in a low state of health. Undergoing two weeks of investigations, an operation to put a feeding tube into my stomach. I had been diagnosed with terminal lung cancer and breast cancer. I was given a short time to live. With the care and kindness of the
staff at Signature and the hospital, I am stronger and able to cope with the palliative care treatment. Enjoy all the benefits of Signature, which is now my home.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy here. The staff are very kind and helpful. The food is nice, and we have lots of things to do. At the moment, we have ducklings. Come here if you are lonely at home or not feeling well. All the staff will take care of you.

Reply from Grace Kinuthia, Admin at Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection

We are so glad to hear about your positive experience with Signature and thankful for your kind comments. As a team, we work together to provide the best experiences for both our residents and family members.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Signature at Purley is a wonderful care home, and all the staff are absolutely excellent in every way - going above and beyond and always with a smile and a greeting. The facilities are amazing, and the dining room always looks so lovely with the white tablecloths and pretty serviettes in glasses. It
always looks hotel quality, which is quite something for a care home. The care and respect given to the residents are outstanding, and if there is any little niggle, it is dealt with promptly. The nurses there are so very caring and wonderful, and you really feel that they do care very, very much for their patients. Mum is really happy there, and we feel she could not be in a better place or looked after and cared for any better elsewhere. Thank you to everyone who works there - we know how hard you work!

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.841)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.841) out of 10 for Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection 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 28 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 28 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 4.841 for Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection is calculated as follows: ( (282 Excellents x 5) + (38 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 327 Ratings = 4.841

  • 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 Purley Gardens Care Home - Avery Collection is based on 28 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 119 registered maximum number of service users is 23.8, which has been reached with 28 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: 4 Jul 2018

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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 (4)

Dee

Dee Burton

Job Title: Deputy Manager

“I am a qualified Nurse with over 30 years of experience in this field. I have done Certified Courses in Psychiatric Nursing and Psychology and have worked in various departments in hospitals caring for patients of all ages. In 2000 I started working with the Elderly and found it very rewarding. It is a career where there are always challenges, but the rewards are greater.”


Sarah

Sarah Ikhlef

Job Title: Client Liaison Manager

I joined Signature at Purley as the Customer Liaison Manager in 2023 having previously worked at our Wandsworth Common home.


I live locally and I am passionate about the area, our community and our residents. I am very proud to work at Signature at Purley and be able to help make a real difference in people’s lives, not just the residents but their families too. I really enjoy being around our residents, they make me smile every day.


Amanda

Amanda Hartnett

Job Title: Acitivities Coordinator

I have been the Activities Co-Ordinator since 2018, which is a role that I enjoy very much. It is a real privilege to work closely with our residents on a one-to-one and group basis every day.


Jennifer

Jennifer Forder-Groen

Job Title: Head Housekeeper

I have worked as a Carer and as a Head Housekeeper in five-star hotels for the last 25 years. In care, I have worked with adults with Dementia and young adults with learning disabilities. Now as the Head Housekeeper here I can put all my experience into practice and make sure our wonderful community is kept to the high standards
that everyone enjoys and expects.