Rush Court

Shillingford Road, Shillingford Hill, Wallingford OX10 8LL
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9.6 78 Reviews
  • Rush Court, Wallingford
Rush Court Care Home is a stylish, tranquil home and an excellent choice, nestled in the idyllic Oxfordshire countryside, it is vibrant and welcoming, offering residential, nursing, and palliative care alongside short stay and respite options. With 47 spacious, tastefully decorated rooms, it provides a home-like setting that fosters a real sense of home comfort and community. Rush Court’s lively social calendar is central to its charm, offering a diverse range of activities such as creative workshops, fitness sessions, musical events and seasonal and festive celebrations, all designed to promote connection and joy. Residents also enjoy the beautiful gardens, ideal for relaxation or hosting outdoor gatherings. The dining experience is second to none, with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients crafted into delicious meals. Rush Court is a place where care is delivered with compassion, and residents thrive in an atmosphere of love and friendship.

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Care Provided by Rush Court

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Learning Disability
  • Mental Health Condition
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 50 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Asperger Syndrome
  • Autism/ASD
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Neuropathic
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Schizophrenia
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Cliff Hutchings (General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (47)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (47)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No
    • Last Refurbishment: 2014

Funding & Fees Guide for Rush Court

  • 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 £1,650
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £2,250
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,750
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care from £2,350

  • Fee rates are dependent upon the type of stay . Level of care is determined by a full pre admission assessment. We will apply for NHS-funded Nursing Care (FNC) for all residents receiving nursing care and if awarded this will be deducted from your fees.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Rush Court to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • The home have open visiting, a warm welcome will greet all visitors including pets.


  • Parking

  • Large easy access car park.


Rush Court Reviews (78)

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9.6

Rush Court has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.605) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Rush Court has 78 reviews.

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Review from Christine H (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my parents have been lucky enough to live at Rush Court. My mother for two years and my father for three. They have now both passed away. This is no ordinary nursing home. Every resident is treated as an individual and their personal space is respected. The range of activities is extremely varied
and is designed for both the intellectual and physical wellbeing of the residents. The staff turnover is very low and this creates continuity and a real sense of team. The standard of personal and medical care is outstanding. The rooms and grounds are delightful, the communal areas of the highest standard and the food al freshly cooked with multiple choices. The carers are exceptional, courteous, professional and dedicated. The respect both my parents were shown during their last years and at the time of death was beyond anything in my experience. I cannot recommend it highly enough.

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Review from Josie W (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What can I say about the loving care that my Da received at Rush Court? The manager who is in charge of the home is wonderful and sets the bar very high for her staff. She is involved in all aspects of her residents care and her staff maintain her high standards. No single aspect of my Da's care was
ever neglected and I could not have improved the service in any way, a service which included care for me too as I faced the end of a loved one's life. I cannot praise this home too much, the food was marvelous, the surroundings exceptional, the staff dedicated and professional. 10/10. Thank you.

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Review from S W (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father received excellent care at Rush Court. The staff were unfailingly helpful, kind and considerate to all his needs.
I would recommend Rush Court without hesitation.

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Review from F M M S (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father received exemplary care at Rush Court. Firstly though, it is such a lovely place. It's in a beautiful setting with lovely gardens, and the home is very tastefully and elegantly decorated. I loved the dignity provided to the residents and the emphasis on the staff being there to attend to the
needs and wishes of the residents and the patients, rather than the other way round. All of the staff are warm and welcoming and I was always greeted with smiles during my visits.


The staff not only care for the residents, but they also care for the relatives, especially when in my case, my father neared the end of his life. We couldn't have been more pleased with the response from the team. As there were no spare rooms in the nursing wing, they bought the nursing care to my father, which meant he could stay in familiar surroundings and be cared for by people who knew him well. We are so grateful and I couldn't recommend Rush Court more.


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Review from Nick H (Resident) published on 26 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I spent 5 weeks at Rush Court, recovering from a severe medical condition and had outstanding nursing, care and warmth from everybody at Rush Court. I arrived unable to walk and left walking half a mile. The manager and all her team are truly exceptional people.

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Review from Lucy L (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my parents are at Rush Court, my father in the residential wing until his death last month, my mother in nursing after having a major stroke leaving her disabled and with dementia. I cannot fault any aspect of their care, from the first time we visited the home and met the manager, to the way they
handled my father's last days with dignity and compassion. Everyone who works there is unfailingly friendly and helpful and they have been so kind, both to my parents and to myself. I wish this level of care was available to everyone and not just to those who can afford the high cost.

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Review from Robert H (Husband of Resident) published on 4 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

More information regarding activities. Pleasant stay.

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Review from Sue D (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It gives me great solace to know that I could not have given my mother any better possible care in her old age, other than at Rush Court.
I was always greeted with a warm smile and at no time was anything too much trouble.
It truly was her 'family'. None more so than when she returned from a short
spell in hospital. The care, love and devotion shown by the staff was amazing.

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Review from John H (Son of Resident) published on 31 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was at Rush Court for just under 8 years and was looked after brilliantly during this time. The staff were caring and considerate and the daily activities and trips outside the home were so helpful in distracting from routine.
The gardens at Rush Court are beautiful and so well looked after
and my mother particularly enjoyed a trip around them as often as weather permitted.

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Review from F H (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It is never easy decision to move one's parent into a home especially after they have been so independent but my mother settled in well and for us, it was like having an extra family as we were always made to feel so welcome on our visits.
The staff were wonderful and we could not have asked for better
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She was treated with love and respect. The dedication and tender care shown to all residents not just by the carers and nurses but also the catering and housekeeping staff was truly reassuring and great to see.
She loved the garden there and enjoyed the many activities on offer such as flower arranging, cookery and went on some fun excursions. She was a resident for 8 years, a long time, but how lucky we were to know we had chosen such a beautiful home in an idyllic rural setting.

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Review from Linda I (Stepdaughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The whole team at Rush Court gave our step mum truly magnificent care during her stay over the past three years.
The attentiveness to her needs by all the staff at all levels and in all areas was really exceptional. Nothing was too much trouble. She always looked so beautifully clean and well cared
for, even in her final weeks. She grew to be very happy at Rush Court, almost always at peace and smiling. She loved the imaginative outings and events and was always reading the monthly diary to look forward to the next one. 
She loved her room in residential and later in nursing, with the views over the vineyard, and we were astonished at how her appetite grew; she so appreciated the meals and afternoon teas. 
We were always kept so well informed with patient explanations of every twist and turn of her health, and we were always made so welcome when we visited together with our dogs. We will truly miss our visits now that she has passed away.

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Review from B P (Wife of Resident) published on 29 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Staff are very caring and compassion. Treated with dignity to friends and family what more can I say.

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Review from E O (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

During the time mum was poorly and dying all the staff from nursing staff to catering, household, cleaning and admin staff were wonderful and caring, both to mum and to ourselves.

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Review from C N (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was a resident of Rush Court for two and a half years. During the last year of her stay, she had many falls. The care home did their utmost to help her changing rooms, colour and contrast of carpets, door handles. They put a motion sensor in her room at the bed and chair so that staff knew
when she was on the move so that they mitigate her falls.
She died in August 2017 following complications after a fall. Throughout the care home was excellent keeping me informed and providing aid to my mother she was in very good hands.

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Review from V K (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 June 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The building and gardens are absolutely beautifully maintained, immaculate.
The choices of interior decoration stunning.
Food all home cooked, varied and good.
The few social events we attended were really excellent - even our Christmas dinner!
All staff were very pleasant and caring.
When my mother
became confused and unable to make herself understood I felt the nursing staff to be reactive rather than proactive in her care.

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Review from Marilyn O (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Rush Court has provided my mother with excellent care. She has needed a high level of nursing care throughout the day and night. The staff have treated her with care, respect and compassion. Initially, my mother was reluctant to socialise and take part in activities, but with encouragement, she has
been on various excursions and has responded well to the obvious care and affection shown. There is a lovely atmosphere and the inside of the building is very well maintained as are the grounds and gardens. My sister and I are extremely grateful for the care shown.

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Review from Kate (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Father spent 3 years at Rush Court. During his time there I felt the care he received was fantastic. As my Father was from a much older era the fact that the majority of the carers first language was English made settling in for him at the home a lot easier as he was hard of hearing and didn't always
easily understand. The staffs caring nature towards him was exceptional and this was sometimes extended to me as well.


The grounds are beautiful and I will certainly miss visiting Rush Court.


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Review from Joan S (Cousin of Resident) published on 17 December 2015
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My cousin had excellent care at all times, and nursing care over the last few months when my cousin was bedridden, was of the highest standard.
All staff helpful and a really interesting programme of events.

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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.605)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.605) out of 10 for Rush Court is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 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 4.605 for Rush Court is calculated as follows: ( (186 Excellents x 5) + (66 Goods x 4) + (16 Satisfactorys x 3) + (3 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 271 Ratings = 4.605

  • 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 Rush Court is based on 22 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 50 registered maximum number of service users is 10, which has been reached with 22 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: 7 May 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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Clifford

Clifford Hutchings

Job Title: General Manager

Joined: 2022

I have worked in Adult Social Care since the mid-1980s, starting out as Volunteer, and working my way up into Management in the early 1990s.


During my career, I have worked both within the Public & Private sector, managing services ranging from small group homes for young adults with a physical and/or learning disability to large Nursing & Residential Homes. Whilst my background is not in nursing, I have developed extensive knowledge & understanding of the clinical aspects of care.


I am passionate about supporting older people and providing the highest standards of care that are truly person-centred. I believe to achieve this comes from engaging individuals whose personal value base is aligned with that my own and the ethos of EFHL. I am committed to supporting my colleagues to develop themselves both personally & professionally through coaching, mentoring & training, and empowering them to be their best.