Hunters Down Care Home

Hartford Road, Huntingdon PE29 1XL
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  • Hunters Down Care Home, Huntingdon
Hunters Down is a purpose-built care home, providing nursing and residential person-centred care to adults aged 65 and over including those living with dementia. The home is situated in Huntingdon and offers long term and respite care.

Hunters Down is divided into five units over two floors. Four units are equipped with their own communal lounge, dining area, kitchenette and bathroom facilities, while the fifth unit is a purpose-built unit with luxury suites built with its own private courtyard, a communal lounge and kitchen.

All bedrooms are single occupancy with en-suite facilities.
Other facilities at Hunters Down include a café, a hairdressing salon, a cinema room and a guest bedroom.

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Care Provided by Hunters Down Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 102 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Other Care Provided
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Anca Markley (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (102)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Hunters Down Care Home

  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,000
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,100
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,200
    • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,300
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,000
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,100
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,200
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,300
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Hunters Down Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Hunters Down Care Home Reviews (67)

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Hunters Down Care Home has a Review Score of 10 (9.951) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Hunters Down Care Home has 67 reviews.

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Review from Janet S (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

My father was at Hunters Down for 2 1/2 years before his passing in January 2018. He spent most of this in a nice well-appointed room in Queens. Initially, he joined in the activities such as bingo and quizzes but as his health declined, he remained in his room. He joined the ladies at meal times and
especially enjoyed his cooked breakfasts. Staffing levels in Queens were inadequate. His passing was dealt with appropriately in Pepys.

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Review from Maddie C (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was a resident of Hunters Down for 7 years during his time there he was treated with dignity and respect. He spent the last two years mainly in bed due to the progression of his Dementia. The nursing care was extremely good and regular checks were made on his skin for any signs of soreness.
I was always contacted regarding Dad’s health i.e. if a Doctor had visited and the outcome. I was told my Dad was end of life at the beginning of March I decided to stay with him during this time. The support Dad and I received was exceptional. The staff made me feel that Dad was part of a big family at Hunters Down. I had stayed during the day and evening for the first week and the night for the last 4 days before he died. During these 11 days, I saw how hard the staff work and also their compassionate nature.


Hunters Down is ideally situated, across the road from a lovely walk by the river. The walk is wheelchair accessible and many benches to sit on.


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Review from Rodney B (Regular Volunteer) published on 8 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After losing my wife to dementia fifteen months ago I am frequently invited to attend various entertainments. Saturday for national open day was no exception. The effort given by all staff concerned to make such a memorable event was overwhelming. You have my total respect.

Reply from Joanne King, Regional Head of Business & Marketing at Hunters Down Care Home

Thank you for your lovely comments.


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Review from William H (Son of Resident) published on 4 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having visited many care homes in the area, I found Hunters Down to be extremely friendly and caring. All the staff are very helpful at all times and keep me posted about my dad. He is very happy there too and is well looked after. The building is always clean and fresh.

Reply from Joanne King, Regional Head of Business & Marketing at Hunters Down Care Home

Thank you for your lovely comments.


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Review from H P (Wife of Resident) published on 20 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very caring staff. As a visitor to my husband, there are no restricting visiting times. Plenty of things going on ie. quizzes, bingo, sing-alongs, etc.

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Review from T T (Husband of Resident) published on 20 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife is severely brain damaged and has difficulty communicating and this applies to the staff when dealing with my wife. However, the care and support they all provided is excellent. A first class care home.

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Review from Jill K (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 February 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

When Dad first entered the dementia wing, his health improved considerably as the staff encouraged him to eat and drink. I have never been to visit and found him dirty or unshaven. His nails are looked after, as is his hair, skin and personal appearance. He is happy and considers it home. I can visit
any time and rarely stick to a routine of visiting. As Dads gag reflex has worsened and his ability to swallow is diminished the staff are always looking for different things to tempt him. Dads friends visit and take him a beer, his dog visits, my puppy visits and all are welcome, however dogs are not allowed in the dining room, perfectly understandable. The staff are always willing to discuss things and make the effort to find out Dad's history so they can engage him.


He is well looked after and feels safe, the staff care.


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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.951)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.951) out of 10 for Hunters Down Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 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 4.971 for Hunters Down Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (231 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 238 Ratings = 4.971

  • 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 4.98 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Hunters Down Care Home is based on 20 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 102 registered maximum number of service users is 20.4. 20 Positive Reviews ÷ 20.4 = 0.98

  • 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: 12 Dec 2019

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    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 (2)

Anca

Anca Roman

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2021

Anca became Home Manager at Hunters Down in December 2021 prior to
this Anca was manager at one of our sister homes, Buchan House,
Anca has an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care and a QCF Level 5
in Leadership for Health and Social Care


Myrna

Myrna Flores

Job Title: Care Manager

Joined: 2013

Myrna became Care Manager at Hunters Down in May 2013 but joined Hunters Down in 2010 as a Clinical Nurse Manager.
Myrna is a qualified Nurse and has worked as a General Nurse in hospitals and the community.
Myrna is responsible for the care delivered in the home and running of the home in the absence of the General Manager.