Our care fees for self-funded and local authority funded residents are subject to a preadmission needs assessment which is a requirement of admission, so the Home can fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual. The prices quoted are weekly and for guidance only. They will be confirmed following a full assessment. Respite care may be offered and is usually 10% above the permanent care fees, subject to availability and will depend on an assessment of a person’s care needs.
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Barford Court has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.677) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barford Court has 73 reviews.
Review from Juliet T (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 March 2025
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Thank you for your lovely comments, it is rewarding to hear that our efforts are recognised. I'm pleased to hear that your father has settled well and is now part of the Barford family. Thank you, again.
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Review from Nicholas J (Son of Resident) published on 11 March 2025
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Many thanks for your lovely comments, we strive to make a positive culture where residents and families feel listened too. I am so pleased that mum has settled in so well and she enjoys living here. Thank you again.
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Review from M R (Son of Resident) published on 28 November 2024
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Thank you for your feedback, it is always appreciated to hear your views on the level of care given. Thank you, again.
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Review from James W (Son of Resident) published on 25 November 2024
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Dear James, thank you for your review, I am glad you and Dad are happy with the service and level of care we provide.
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Review from Angela B (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 November 2024
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Thank you, Angela. It is always lovely to receive positive feedback from families. Our team are always striving to deliver great care and make everyone feel welcome. Thank you.
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Review from G B (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 November 2024
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Thank you so much for your feedback, it is great to see our team are recognised for their efforts. You're always welcome to join Dad for tea and cake.
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Review from Vanessa J (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 November 2024
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Vanessa, thank you for your really positive feedback. We are always trying to create a welcome, inclusive and positive approach at Barford. It is great to see our efforts are recognised, thank you again.
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Review from Michael T (Brother of Resident) published on 25 November 2024
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Thank you for your feedback, Michael. It is great to see such lovely comments and we love caring for our residents and families.
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Review from Angus Jonathan M (Son of Resident) published on 25 November 2024
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Thank you for your positive feedback. It is reassuring to hear our team are recognised for their wonderful care they deliver.
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Review from Gerald M (Nephew of Resident) published on 28 October 2024
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Thank you very much for your lovely feedback, it is refreshing to hear such great comments about our home and team. We are striving to deliver the best care and service to all.
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Review from Lorraine S (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 September 2024
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Thanks you for your lovely comments and review. We are pleased you are happy with the service we are providing.
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Review from David H (Son of Resident) published on 28 August 2024
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Thank you for your lovely comments, we are pleased you're happy with the level of care your mum receives. The team are really trying to engage with families and residents to promote person-centred care. We are also happy to listen to any comments regarding ways to improve, if you ever feel the need to make suggestions please do see me.
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Review from Paula G (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 August 2024
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Thank you for your feedback, we have two new activities coordinators in post which I am hopeful will improve the activity programme for our residents to help with stimulation, we are also looking into pet therapy and music therapy. I am always willing to listen to new ideas and suggestions to make Barford great!
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Review from S S (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 August 2024
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Thank you for your feedback, we have two new activities coordinators in post which I am hopeful will improve the activity programme for our residents to help with stimulation, we are also looking into pet therapy and music therapy. I am always willing to listen to new ideas and suggestions to make Barford great!
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Review from Rebecca L (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 July 2023
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Thank you for your kind words, especially during such an emotional time for you all. I have shared this with the whole team. She was a special lady who will be missed by us all. Dad is also welcome to come and see us.
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Review from Stephen T (Brother of Resident) published on 12 April 2023
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Thank you for your kind comments. I will make sure they are shared with the whole team.
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Review from Lesley S (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 11 April 2023
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Thank you for your kind comments, Lesley. I will make sure they are shared with the whole team. She is very much part of the home and everyone loves to stop and have a chat.
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Review from S N (Partner of Resident) published on 9 February 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and your kind comments. I will make sure they are passed on to the team.
I know it has been a very stressful time for you both. I hope things are settling down now.
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Review from C E (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2023
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Thank you for your kind words. I am pleased we had the opportunity to care for your mum and make a difference while she was with us. She settled really well in such a short space of time. We will all miss her.
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Review from Derek O (Resident) published on 30 June 2022
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The Review Score of 9.7 (9.677) out of 10 for Barford Court 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 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.
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 4.677 for Barford Court is calculated as follows: ( (144 Excellents x 5) + (49 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 201 Ratings = 4.677
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 Barford Court is based on 17 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 40 registered maximum number of service users is 8, which has been reached with 17 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.
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