This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.
Visitors welcome to come to the home at any time. If visiting after 8pm, please do contact the home and ensure someone is there to greet visitors.
Private car park for guests and visitors to the home.
Barchester Lucerne House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.008) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Lucerne House Care Home has 57 reviews.
Review from Frances L (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 January 2025
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Thank you for the positive feedback. At Barchester and Lucerne, we take pride in the excellent care our residents receive. Our staff's training for dementia care empowers us to support our residents in achieving the best quality of life possible.
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Review from Denise P (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 October 2024
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Reply from Sally Coletti, Deputy Manager at Barchester Lucerne House Care Home
Thank you for your kind words. We were all fond of your father and he embraced all that Lucerne had to offer. We pride ourselves on the exceptional care we give. Barchester provides in-depth training for all staff on living with dementia which, combined with caring staff, provides excellent care for our residents.
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Review from Gillian H (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 July 2024
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Thank you for your review. The unwavering dedication of our entire staff reflects their deep love for their work.
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Review from William R (Friend of Resident) published on 24 June 2024
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Thank you for your email. We pride ourselves on the excellent care our residents receive. Any changes to a resident's plan of care is made after consulting their GP. Anyone who would like further information and has lasting power of attorney are able to do so by going through the correct channels.
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Review from Ginette H (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 April 2024
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Thank you for your feedback. I am delighted to hear that having your mum living here has been a positive experience for you. Our team is dedicated to providing compassionate and exceptional care to every resident, ensuring they live their best lives. At Barchester, we are committed to regularly reviewing pay rates to ensure they exceed the minimum wage.
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Review from M R (Grandson of Resident) published on 12 March 2024
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Thank you for your kind words. In addition to our caring team, we have a strong ethos of a whole-home approach which ensures a positive experience for our residents and their loved ones.
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Review from Mark S (Son of Resident) published on 29 January 2024
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Thank you for your kind comments. It is always our pleasure to take care of our residents and provide them with the best possible care. All of our staff members were very fond of your mother, and we are delighted that she enjoyed her time here at Lucerne House and could participate in many activities.
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Review from Sarah T (Friend of Resident) published on 9 January 2024
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Thank you for your positive comments, we pride ourselves on the care and compassion shown to all of our residents. We ensure that the process of moving into our home is a positive one for not only for the resident but also for their families and loved ones.
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Review from P R (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 September 2023
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Thank you for your comments. We are pleased that you are happy with the care and standards that we provide.
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Review from Ian T (Son of Resident) published on 21 August 2023
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Thank you for your kind words. We know that moving a loved one into a care setting can be a daunting one which is why we take such good care with the transition. All the staff are so fond of Mum and we are so pleased that she has settled in so well.
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Review from Katie W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 5 June 2023
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Thank you for your lovely comments, we were all very fond of your grandfather. We encourage everyone to join in with our person-centred activities and the residents really do have a great opportunity to do so much here at Lucerne. We are very proud of the care we give and are really pleased that you chose us to look after your grandfather, it also enabled you as a family to have some important quality time with him.
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Review from C M (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 March 2023
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Thank you for your positive feedback. Your mum has settled in really well and is a popular resident in the Lucerne family, she loves being involved in the fantastic activities that we have on offer daily.
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Review from L T (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 March 2023
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Thank you for your positive comment. We agree having the separate unit works well and ensures that all residents who live in their communities get to live their best life with specific activities to meet individual needs.
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Review from Lindsey N (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 March 2023
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Thank you for your lovely feedback. I am glad that your mother has settled so well. It is a concern when transferring to another home as any change can be distruptive and unsetting, we try our utmost to make any transition a positive one, with a whole home approach. We hope that we have made you all feel as welcome as your loved one.
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Review from Peter C (Nephew of Resident) published on 28 February 2023
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Thank you for such a positive review of Lucerne House. Our main asset is the staff who are very caring and always go that extra mile to ensure the well-being of our residents, we aim to also support relatives and families, especially for end-of-life care as they become part of the Lucerne too.
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Review from Cheryl H (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 February 2023
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Thank you for such a positive review of Barchester Lucerne House. We take pride in ensuring that all residents are treated individually and the activities we offer are tailored to each and every person's likes and dislikes. Taking residents to their appointments is an example of what we can facilitate to ensure residents' well-being is taken care of.
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Review from S I (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 February 2023
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Thank you for your kind comments in relation to our wonderful and dedicated carers, we are proud of the excellent care they all provide.
We are sorry to see that after several years you still have unresolved issues, we can assure you we made every attempt to be prompt in answering your concerns however, due to the nature of some queries they did take some further investigating.
The room that you viewed and chose for your mother was newly decorated with new furnishings, which were tastily chosen for the clientele that we cater for plus the unit where your mother lived had a refurbishment shortly before your mother's admission three years ago and all rooms are newly decorated before any new admission. A home this size is in a continual cycle of updating/decorating and we have a fantastic maintenance team who do a superb job. We are sorry to see you were unhappy with your mum's room, sadly at the time of her stay with us this was not brought to our attention.
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Review from Philip B (Husband of Resident) published on 24 January 2023
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Thank you for your kind words. All the staff here at Lucerne take pride in their job and really put care into the title of carer. It is also our honour to be looking after your lovely wife and having a great relationship with you and your extended family.
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Review from J H (Husband of Resident) published on 23 June 2022
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Review from J G (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 January 2022
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Thank you so much for your kind words. We are very proud of the dedication and care shown towards our lovely residents. All the staff were very fond of your Mother/Nanny and it was a privilege to care for her and share her last few months with you and your family.
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The Review Score of 9.0 (9.008) out of 10 for Barchester Lucerne House Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
a) The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 9 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 4.508 for Barchester Lucerne House Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (93 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) + (11 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) + (5 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 128 Ratings = 4.508
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 4.5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Barchester Lucerne House Care Home is based on 9 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 = 3.9
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 75 registered maximum number of service users is 15. 9 Positive Reviews ÷ 15 = 0.6
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.
Date: 31 Oct 2019
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Job Title: General Manager
Joined: 2020
Hello, my name is Sally and I am General Manager here at Lucerne House, I qualified as an RGN from Plymouth University. I am a passionate nurse with a wealth of experience which includes many years of experience in A and E departments and I was the team lead for a team of community nurses in Dorset.
I have a very active role in the lives of all residents ensuring patient-centred care is delivered by every member of staff to a high standard and within the Barchester values. In my time as a nurse, I have gained valuable experience and knowledge in caring for elderly and terminally ill patients, I believe that a holistic approach is crucial in providing gold-standard care for the individual and their families.
Making the decision to move your loved one into a nursing home can be a daunting experience. Still, I am here to help with that journey ensuring the decision to move is a positive one and I will alleviate those fears and anxieties by talking you through that transition. I will ensure that you or your loved ones are the most important at all times by listening and answering your questions. I regard myself as a competent and supportive nurse who empowers and motivates residents to live fulfilling life.
Job Title: Deputy Manager
Joined: 2023
Hello, my name is Grace and I am the Deputy Manager at Lucerne House.
I qualified in 2010 as a Registered General Nurse from Anglia Ruskin University in Essex. I previously worked in a Barchester Care Home for over a year, and I was very impressed with their values as a company. I moved to north London where I then worked in a busy NHS hospital, before progressing to management roles. I also worked as a Nurse Educator, and became a Specialist Nurse in spinal injuries. I moved to Devon in 2019, where I worked as a Specialist Nurse in Dermatology.
I really enjoy my life in beautiful Devon and hope to stay here for many years to come. I am so happy to have returned to a Barchester home, and the residents and staff at Lucerne are exceptional. I am very team orientated and I really enjoy the holistic approach Lucerne provides for their residents. I am passionate about providing a high standard of care and also in developing and supporting staff, ensuring they feel valued along the way.
Job Title: Administrator
Joined: 2020
My role at Lucerne House involves supporting the General Manager by maintaining and managing the financial, recruitment and general administration systems.
I started at Barchester in 2020, as a care assistant at Lucerne House. In 2021, I took on the role of administrator which I use my previous professional experience in finance, administration and accountancy.
I feel privileged to have secured my current role supporting the residents and families at Lucerne, and if you ever need anything, then my door is always open.
Job Title: Head of Shillingford Unit
Joined: 2015
Hi, my name is Lalaine, and I am the Head of Unit in our Memory Lane community at Lucerne House. I am a dedicated RGN with over 21 years of experience in working in busy hospital environments and nursing homes. I am responsible for delivering high standards of nursing care to residents, whilst ensuring that they are happy, comfortable and safe in our home
Job Title: Head of Alphinbrook Unit
Joined: 2006
My name is Jessy and I have worked at Lucerne House for over 10 years and I have been Head of Alphinbrook unit since 2015. I feel privileged to have such a lovely unit and a supportive team behind me.
Job Title: Head of Maintenance
Joined: 2021
Hello, my name is Chris, Head of Maintenance at Lucerne House.
I have been working for Barchester for two and a half years in my current role. Prior to joining Barchester, I was a self-employed plumber, for 15 years, serving my community in Leeds. I then moved to the Southwest, taking on a role in a local school for 10 years as their Maintenance person.
In my spare time, I enjoy working with computers and also sound engineering and music production
Job Title: Head Chef
Joined: 2021
Hello, my name is Darren, I have just joined the Barchester group and I am very excited to be the Head Chef at Lucerne House.
Having come from the luxury hospitality sector I intend to bring my skills and knowledge into the kitchen to produce nutritious, seasonal, fresh and delicious recipes for our residents. My team and I take great pride and passion in our work and believe this translates into the food we serve.
Job Title: Head Housekeeper
My name is Marilyn and I have worked at Lucerne House for over 15 years, and I have been Head Housekeeper since 2013. The home is a warm, caring and fun environment to work in. I am here to ensure that all cleaning and laundry services are to a very high standard, and I enjoy my job.
Job Title: Head of Activities
Joined: 2011
I have been at Lucerne House since November 2011. I started in the kitchen before moving to the Activities Team. I have a background in music and theatre and was very happy to be able to share this with residents in the home. After a short while, I was promoted to being the Head of Activities, and have recently become NAPA level 2 qualified in Activity Provision.
In the role of Head of Activities, I am focused on ensuring that residents can continue to enjoy existing hobbies and interests, but also pursue new avenues of stimulation and activity. I am always looking to bring new experiences and means of engagement to the home, be that through massage therapy, yoga, engaging with the local community or many other things. At Lucerne House, our person-centred approach allows us to make every resident feel valued and comfortable enough to express themselves however they see fit.
My goal is to ensure that every person living at Lucerne House feels confident enough to make independent decisions and that each of them have a robust choice of activities and interests to engage with. I am always open to suggestions, so if you do have any, please do not hesitate to let me know.
Job Title: Physiotherapist
As the resident physiotherapist at Lucerne House, my priority is optimising their functional abilities, independence and quality of life.
At Lucerne, rehabilitation programmes are tailored specifically to the individual to ensure that they meet their goals.
I have vast experience and knowledge in rehabilitation, including postgraduate degree in Managing Complex Posture and a master’s degree in Rehabilitation.
Job Title: Resident Ambassador
Joined: 2016
Meet our Resident Ambassador at Lucerne House, Brenda Hurford. Brenda has been living at Lucerne since November 2016 and has since become co-chairwomen of our residents committee, a great person for other residents in the home to bring feedback and suggestions to regarding the living experience in the home. Brenda has a background in the care setting as a specialist inspector for the Care Quality Commission. In her role as ambassador Brenda will have input into the home newsletter, be involved with the interview process, be introduced to any prospective residents & relatives who may wish to ask what life is like at Lucerne and attend local community events and forums on behalf of the residents of Lucerne House.