Foresters Nursing Home

Walton Pool, Clent, Stourbridge DY9 9RP
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9.6 29 Reviews
  • Foresters Nursing Home, Stourbridge
The Foresters is registered with the Care Quality Commission to provide care for 30 individuals with nursing needs.

It is part of the Clarendon Care Group which consists of 6 uniquely different care homes within the Midlands.

The charm of the home is that although each of the rooms is a little different from its neighbour, all have a beautiful view over the gardens and surrounding countryside which offers a feeling of peace and tranquillity unlikely to be found in a city setting.

The home is small, it has a homely feel and the home builds on this by encouraging residents to personalise their rooms with pictures, ornaments and small pieces of furniture that are important to them.

The home has a team of highly trained, dedicated staff who will do everything possible to make the residents stay as pleasant as it can be and hope that with time this will become the residents home too.

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Care Provided by Foresters Nursing Home

  • Type of Service
    • Nursing Home
  • Privately Owned
  • For a maximum of 30 Service Users
  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Neuropathic
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Angela Butler (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Private & Social Care Admissions
    • Ages 60+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (26)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No

Funding & Fees Guide for Foresters Nursing Home

  • 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 £900 – £1,000
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £950 – £1,100
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care £1,050 – £1,150
    • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care £1,150 – £1,250
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care £900 – £1,000
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,000 – £1,100
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care £1,050 – £1,150
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care £1,150 – £1,247

  • Fees are agreed dependant on assessed needs of the resident and can be negotiated. The only extra costs are Hairdressing, Chiropody, Individual Newspapers and Toiletries if the home is required to provide them.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Foresters Nursing Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Visitors welcome at any time, no need to make an appointment.


  • Parking

  • Drive past the house and you will come to the car park.


Foresters Nursing Home Reviews (29)

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9.6

Foresters Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.630) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Foresters Nursing Home has 29 reviews.

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Review from R D (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Deciding to look for a care home for our terminally ill mum was incredibly difficult. Mum very much wanted to stay at home and we had promised her that we could do that for her as far as we were able. Everything was positive, initial calls about visiting, meeting the manager, it gave us hope.
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we got there, it was a difficult, but the staff really got to know us as a family and mum as an individual in order to provide the most appropriate care. A big factor for us was their care of us as a family - they looked after all of us as a family in addition to mum as a patient and their support is something I will be ever grateful for in the last week of mum's life. Mum was made to feel so important despite only being there a week. Their care and compassion is something I'll never forget. They are truly wonderful people who put their families front and centre and all we can say is thank you.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you, It is lovely to hear that we helped you and your family in what will always be a difficult time. Mom may only have been with us a short time but we loved having her here.


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Review from Sarah A (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

There is some good care and there are some kind and caring staff at this Home.
However, I specifically requested that my dying Mom to be started on a syringe driver to manage her pain and agitation. This request was refused by the Care Home Manager. My Mom died 48 hours later - agitated and in immense
pain (at times) during this time period. This Home is in no way equipped to care for End of Life patients or Palliation. There can be no second chances, and the memories of inadequate pain relief will stay forever.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you for your review Sarah, I am so sorry that you think our care was inadequate, my staff believed that they acted in Mom's best interests at all times. We work closely with the Palliative care team and our GP to successfully manage pain relief without the need of a syringe driver. It can be really difficult coming to terms with losing someone as special as your mother and we wish you and your family well over the coming months.


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Review from Jayne D (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mom was in the Foresters Nursing Home for just over 5 years and the care she received was really good. All the staff went above and beyond. She was looked after very well. She was a challenge at times due to her health conditions but whatever the issue the staff kept smiling. I couldn't have asked for
better care for her from the first day until her final moments. I am very grateful for the kindness and care she was shown from all the team.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you for your comments. We have so many lovely memories with mom which will keep us chuckling for many years to come. She was a special lady!


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Review from S J (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 1 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have been really pleased with the excellent respite care offered by the Foresters Nursing Home. Communication was good in arranging the care and transparency in costs involved. The home provided a much-needed 'go-between' hospital and home. The staff are very caring and treat clients as individuals
with dignity and respect. The food was excellent and nothing was too much trouble to sort out for my father-in-law.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words, it is an absolute delight to look after your Father-in-Law.


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Review from Kym B (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum is cared for very well at the Foresters. Recently, Mum spent a few days in hospital with a bad chest, which was picked up by one of the nurses after checking her oxygen levels. Enquiries were made about Mum's condition daily by the staff at the care home, and on her return, Mum was looked after
extremely well.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind comments. It is nice to see Mom looking so much better now.


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Review from Frances A (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad has been a permanent resident at Foresters Nursing Home since January 2024 after his declining physical health meant he had to move to a nursing home. Foresters Nursing Home have been absolutely amazing from the moment I got in touch with the Home Manager, she was so helpful and reassuring and
the moment we walked through the door we knew it would be the right place for dad. It has such a lovely homely feel to it, all the staff are so kind and caring. Dad couldn’t be in a better place and it’s such peace of mind for the family knowing that dad is so happy there and very well cared for. I highly recommend Foresters Nursing Home, all the staff go out of their way to care for the residents (and they are so kind and helpful towards the family and friends of the residents too), we feel so very lucky knowing that dad is living in such a wonderful place.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank You for your lovely words, it is nice to know that we are making a difference to you and your father.


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Review from Paul L (Son of Resident) published on 22 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad was on end-of-life since April and spent time in hospital and another nursing home close to hospital.
He was only at Foresters Nursing Home for the final month of his life. The care and support from here was the best it could have been and at such an emotional time. Could not have been any better.
Thank you.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words. It was an honour looking after your dad and making him comfortable for his last few weeks. You were so kind and caring that it was a pleasure getting to know you too.


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Review from Shel G (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 16 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the first time my mum viewed the home looking for end-of-life care for my grandfather, the staff were very friendly. He was transferred from the hospital. He wasn’t there for long but the care, support and attention he received was amazing. From the minute he arrived. Nothing was too much, dignity
and respect were paramount. Cannot thank them enough. He felt very happy and settled. They also took time to look after us.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

I can assure you it was our pleasure to meet you and look after all of you, we like to think our residents and their loved ones become part of our Foresters family no matter how short your visit.


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Review from David J (Son of Resident) published on 10 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum was so looked after in every way right up until (and after the end). The staff were just amazing, unfortunately, because of her disability and condition she had very little quality of life, but the staff gave some of this back to her. The Covid time posed a bit of a problem but we still managed
to celebrate her 100th birthday. After her time came the management wholly arranged for the transmission and collection of tissue for research - this was to me ‘over and above’ normal management duties and saved me a lot of time and effort at an unfortunate time. Members of staff and management attended her funeral, showing to me the 20 or so years of bond they had had together.


I fully recommend anyone to use this home as I was completely happy and at ease with her being there, I knew she was being very well looked after.


Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to review our care - It was an absolute pleasure to look after your mother for such a long time, her 100th birthday was reached through by absolute determination on her part and staff still remember spending a lovely day with her.


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Review from Lynn P (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to thank all the staff at Foresters Nursing Home for the wonderful care they took in looking after my dear dad. The love and respect shown to dad was overwhelming and very much appreciated. Nothing was too much trouble for anyone there and although dad was only there for a very short time
they made us feel welcome at all times, day and night. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone in need of care. Thank you for making a very difficult time easier for us and for treating dad with the dignity and respect he so deserved.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

It was an honour to be able to look after your father in his last days and afford him the dignity and respect he deserved. Thank you for the lovely comments.


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Review from Susan B (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We were really pleased with the excellent care provided to my father. We approached Foresters looking for end-of-life care, we visited the premises and really couldn't fault their caring attitude towards us. It was clearly evident that they would be an excellent care home and our father was immediately
transferred there from the hospital. The staff made Dad very comfortable and whilst he was not there for long, I was so happy that Dad could spend his last hours there, rather than in the hospital. I would highly recommend Foresters Nursing Home should you need similar support and care for your loved one.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words, it makes the staff team happy to know that they helped you during a difficult time.


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Review from David P (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 25 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mom was placed at the Foresters following a fall at her home. She received excellent care whilst there. All staff were very caring and helpful. We are most grateful for the care she received.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you, David, for your kind words; it was a pleasure to look after your Mom.


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Review from Graham B (Son of Resident) published on 6 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am extremely happy with the care my mother gets at Foresters Nursing Home. Everyone is so helpful and caring to my mother. I cannot praise the staff enough. All are very professional and helpful. It feels like a very homely place.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words. We try our best to ensure our guests and their families settle in well and become part of our big family.


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Review from T C (Son of Resident) published on 17 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My sister and I have been extremely impressed with the quality of care provided for my father during the short time he was at Foresters Nursing Home. The staff and management are excellent in every way - we could not have wished for better.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words, we try our best to make everyone feel at home and meet whatever needs they have. Sometimes we do this for many years but as in your father's case just a few short months, however we believe that every single day that we can give our best to guests is a good day.


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Review from Jill C (Wife of Resident) published on 14 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has been very happy during his time at The Foresters. The staff have always been very caring and supportive both to him and the family. All the staff work so hard and have a genuine care for the residents. I feel lucky that my husband spent his last months in this nursing home.
His end of
life care was treated with compassion and dignity. The staff were great during this difficult time.
Thank you.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words, it is always nice to hear that we have made someone's passing a little easier.


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Review from D J (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was admitted from the hospital and then was unfortunately end of life. The staff cared and looked after him taking into account his varying needs. He was treated with compassion and dignity right up to the end. The staff were brilliant with him and the family.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to review our care of your father, he was only with us a short while but we all knew him to be a true gent. Wishing you all the best for the future.


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Review from Susan M (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The Foresters Nursing Home were very caring for my dad. Cannot fault the carers, nurses, plus manager. It felt like home. My dad never wanted to go into any home; he never complained about being there because it was like his home, he was made very welcome, and they were like family. Nothing was too
much trouble for Dad to ask for anything. My dads passed away now. I shall miss all the staff very much. Excellent home!

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. We loved having your Dad with us, and over the time you have been here, you have all become part of our family.


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Review from Kara S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 18 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to express my gratitude for all the care and kindness provided by the Foresters Nursing Home. The care was above and beyond expectations, and the kindness they showed my grandad was made very welcome from the moment he moved in and was very happy there. I would also like to thank all the
staff for making not just my grandad welcome, but his family too. Fantastic home - highly recommend.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words. We are glad we could help you through a difficult time.


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Review from Martin A (Nephew of Resident) published on 3 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

During the time our Aunt was at Foresters the staff and management were always supportive of all our needs whilst providing an excellent level of intervention and care for our Aunt.
They were always open and honest about issues pertaining to her care and managing her end of life care.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words; it was a pleasure meeting your Aunt and all her family, and we're sad that it was only for a short time.


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Review from Susan B (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot express my gratitude to all the staff for the care and attention that my father was given. Nothing was too much trouble. Kind words were offered from the beginning of the day to the end. Words, compassion, care, dignity and love are words I use when prescribing the Foresters staff.

Reply from Angela Butler, Care Home Manager at Foresters Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words; they mean such a lot to our team.


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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.630)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.630) out of 10 for Foresters Nursing Home 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 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 9 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 4.730 for Foresters Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (95 Excellents x 5) + (11 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 115 Ratings = 4.73

  • 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 4.9 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Foresters Nursing 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 30 registered maximum number of service users is 6, which has been reached with 9 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 Feb 2023

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  • 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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Angela

Angela Butler

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2021

Angela has held a number of senior positions within the organisation and Home Manager at The Foresters since 2021.


Frequently Asked Questions about Foresters Nursing Home

What types of Care is Foresters Nursing Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care, Physical Disability & Sensory Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Foresters Nursing Home provide?

Palliative Care, Convalescent Care & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Foresters Nursing Home have?

There are 26 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Foresters Nursing Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Foresters Nursing Home to the centre of Stourbridge?

3.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.