Beaconsfield Court Care Home

Galgate, Barnard Castle DL12 8ES
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  • Beaconsfield Court Care Home, Barnard Castle
Located in the attractive town of Barnard Castle in County Durham, Beaconsfield Court is a purpose built care home offering residential and residential dementia care.

The extensively trained team will deliver all the specialist care and support services that loved ones require.

Personalised care plans consider not only medical, personal and dietary needs, but also the individual’s likes and dislikes, religious preferences, and any suggestions from family members that might make the resident's stay with the home that little bit more enjoyable.

Assisted by suggestions from the residents, the home’s wellbeing coordinators organise a varied year-round programme of things to do.

Many residents take pleasure in hobbies, including baking, writing, gardening, dancing, painting, quizzes, and playing chess. Some enjoy being a member of the residents’ forum.

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Care Provided by Beaconsfield Court Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 32 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Laura Langridge (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 40+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (32)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No
    • Last Refurbishment: 2009

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Beaconsfield Court Care Home Reviews (112)

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Beaconsfield Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.425) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Beaconsfield Court Care Home has 112 reviews.

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Review from Lewis C (Grandson of Resident) published on 16 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandad has settled in really well. As a family, we were very worried about taking the step of grandad moving into a care home. The whole team at Beaconsfield put our minds at rest and looked after the whole family. Can't thank them enough.

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Review from Clair H (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The time came where I had to look for a home for mam, this was a very stressful time. Beaconsfield helped me with this process and were honest throughout. The place is a home from home, staff so friendly. My mam has settled in so well. I cannot thank the manager and her staff enough for helping us through
this difficult time.

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Review from Jan B (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father lived in the Beaconsfield for over six years, throughout that time he was supported with care, patience, acceptance and so warmly with deep affection. His needs were very complex and challenging, but the staff unwaveringly responded with sensitivity and always filled with respect and empathy.
The dignity, gentle guidance and professional boundaries shown towards him and his family at the end of his life were beautiful and supportive in every way.

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Review from Les H (Resident) published on 10 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I feel so at home. Staff are so caring.

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Review from Becca W (Relative of Resident) published on 10 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care home is very friendly and always do a great job, the manager is very friendly and very welcoming. The care home is very clean and always smells lovely.
Would highly recommend.

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Review from Dorothy W (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am satisfied my mother is getting top care.

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Review from Susan H (Friend of Resident) published on 8 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

On our most recent visit, it was an open day. We were made most welcome by the manager and all the staff, the atmosphere was warm and friendly and everyone was looking forward to the entertainment arranged by the activities coordinator. Visits by the minis and therapy dog were lovely to see and brought
many a smile. Cakes, tombola and raffle with many lovely prizes and a singer for the afternoon with a visit from the Mayor. Had a lovely day and it was great to see the care that went into making it a special day for all.

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Review from Deborah A (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 7 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Helpful, can't do enough to make everyone feel comfortable and cared for. Very impressed.

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Review from Mark S (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 7 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father in law has been provided with the most caring and friendly support you could ask for. Nothing is too much trouble.

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Review from J K (Son of Resident) published on 22 May 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Home is excellent, clean. Staff are kind, caring and extremely helpful. The home manager is a credit to the company, has been open, caring, very transparent as regarding my Dad's condition and how they are caring for him. Extremely happy with the care home and would recommend it to anyone who required
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Review from J T (Resident) published on 18 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Perfect.

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Review from J B (Resident) published on 18 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I enjoy living here.

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Review from Sheila W (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 31 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Care and conditions are very good. Staff are very friendly and care for individual needs. Everyone appears happy.

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

A warm and very welcoming home. All the staff are friendly and very helpful. Always lovely smell of food. The Christmas event was very busy and well organised.

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Review from P C (Friend of Resident) published on 18 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Beaconsfield is, in my experience, a warm welcoming care home. It's always positive and cheerful.

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Review from Margaret L (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have found Beaconsfield Court Care Home to be a very good home.
The staff are always helpful and I feel I can talk to them about anything concerning mum.
They look after mum well.
Mum enjoys going out and there is plenty of trips out etc.

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Review from Ben T (Friend of Resident) published on 17 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I regularly visit the home and it is a lovely place with a great atmosphere. All of the staff are very friendly especially the activities coordinator who goes over and above for the residents with new and engaging activities.

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Review from Charles G (Son of Resident) published on 9 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum came to the Beaconsfield following diagnosis of pancreatic cancer which made it impossible for her to remain at home due to her health. My first impression of the Beaconsfield was 'a friendly family run hotel' - the atmosphere is excellent and the level of care was first class.
I would have
no hesitation in recommending the Beaconsfield. Both the staff and facilities are excellent.

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Review from Karen T (Friend of Resident) published on 9 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visited the home during their Christmas Fayre and was very impressed with the work everyone put in. The Santa's Grotto was beautiful and my granddaughter loved it. The staff were all amazing and a good time was had by all.

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Review from J S (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Beaconsfield Court Care Home, Barnard Castle - I can't recommend them enough. Management, carers and all staff give excellent care, love and support to my mother. In times of illness and stability with my elderly mother - they are a constant.
Christmas Winter Fayre held yesterday was outstanding -
with manager and staff going the extra mile.
Lovely homely put professional attitude in the home. Manager and seniors, all very approachable.

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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.425)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.425) out of 10 for Beaconsfield Court Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 6 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 4.887 for Beaconsfield Court Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (63 Excellents x 5) + (8 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 71 Ratings = 4.887

  • 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 4.538 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Beaconsfield Court Care Home is based on 6 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 = 3.6

    • 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 32 registered maximum number of service users is 6.4. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 6.4 = 0.938

  • 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: 13 Jul 2023

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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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Meet the Team (1)

Laura

Laura Langridge

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2018

What does ‘kindness’ mean to you?


“To me, kind care means treating all of our Residents as individuals and delivering person centred care.”


As a Healthcare Professional, Laura has gained a wealth of experience in providing care and nursing support to elderly people, to enrich their lives. She is a knowledgeable and dedicated leader who is passionate about delivering the highest standards in care and quality of life for Residents.


Laura closely shares HC-One’s vision in aiming to provide the kindest care for each and every Resident. She extends this caring approach to her colleagues and works closely with them to deliver care and support to Residents in a way that they gain the most benefit, in a warm and welcoming home.


She also works hard to arrange events and activities with nearby schools and clubs and is always keen to include the local community in life at Beaconsfield Court.


When asked what she enjoys most about her role, Laura remarked:


“Seeing the Residents smile is the most enjoyable part of my job.”


Outside of work, Laura enjoys spending quality time with her 7-year-old daughter and riding her horse.


If you would like to find out more information about Beaconsfield Court, Laura has an ‘Open Door Policy’ and would be pleased to welcome you for an informal discussion.