Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

German Road, Bramley, Tadley RG26 5GF
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  • Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor, Tadley
Cherry Blossom Manor is a beautiful purpose built nursing and residential home set in the leafy rural village of Bramley. Finished and furnished to an extremely high standard offering a homely yet first class spacious environment with plentiful landscaped gardens and en-suite shower rooms for every resident.

The dedicated and experienced team are passionate about providing quality care and specialist 24hr nursing that affords the best possible alternative for those who are no longer able to manage at home. Carers empower residents to regain independence, choice and freedom in their lives in a safe and comfortable setting.

The Memory-Lane Community specialises in innovative dementia care to enable every resident to thrive in an environment designed to stimulate and enrich their lives whilst giving families peace of mind and security. A person centred team are experienced in responding to the challenges that dementia presents, at whichever stage of the journey.

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Care Provided by Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • No Medical Intervention
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 77 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Cancer Care
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Gigi Despojo (General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Residential, nursing and dementia, private and LA funded with top up
    • Ages 55+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (77)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (77)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Number of floors: 2

Funding & Fees Guide for Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

  • 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 from £1,677
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,829
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,993
    • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £2,056
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,899
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,900
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,900
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,899

  • 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.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor Reviews (181)

Total of 181, showing 101-120
9.9

Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.856) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor has 181 reviews.

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Review from Neal D (Son of Resident) published on 6 December 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After a poor experience from another care home provider, we contacted Cherry Blossom Manor. They reassured us that they could meet Dad's needs and that whatever happened they could manage. They were true to their word. He spent six months at Cherry Blossom Manor and settled in quickly. The standards
of care are exceptional. There is a very relaxed feeling to the care home and the staff are very friendly with nothing being too much trouble.
Unfortunately, Dad passed away recently. We asked that CBM manage his needs as he did not want to go to hospital unless absolutely unavoidable. Throughout his final days, the nursing team were amazing along with all of the staff team. Not only did they give wonderful care to Dad but they were also very supportive to his family. I would highly recommend CBM.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Neal, your words will really encourage the whole team to continue to provide premium care to all our residents and their families. I will make sure that this is shared to each of my staff. I wish you and your family well and with a grateful heart, thank you for trusting us for the care of your dad.


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Review from J H (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Carers and nurses are excellent. Food is good. Many activities. Nice atmosphere.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi J H,
Thank you very much for your generous compliment. I will make sure that I will pass this to the team.


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Review from P B (Wife of Resident) published on 16 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Most of the time the staff are very good with the care and attention given to my husband. They are usually cheerful and considerate. There has, however, been the odd occasion when there was an incident that left my husband having a fall and unable to press his falls alarm due to the fact it was up on
the wall out of his reach.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Pamela, thank you for taking time completing the form. I will make sure that the team know about your compliment for them which I am truly grateful. With regards to the call bell, I will investigate the matter and make sure that access is always provided for your husband.


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Review from Lesley H (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 October 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We cannot thank Cherry Blossom and all the wonderful staff enough. We always felt welcomed and very much appreciated the care and support both my mother and we received during a difficult and emotional time.
The home itself is delightful - light, airy, well/thoughtfully decorated with artefacts and
pictures.
Staff are amazing, caring, smiling, patient people who make my mother feel happy, settled and cared for.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

We cannot thank you enough for the kind and generous comment you have given to the team. I will make sure that they are aware of this, so they feel more inspired and encourage to continue loving what they do. It is good to know that your mother's short stay with us was a happy experience and that she felt cared for.


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Review from B C (Wife of Resident) published on 20 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Nursing care excellent. Food good.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for giving us a wonderful compliment. I will feedback this to the team.


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Review from Elaine P (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My journey with Cherry Blossom started with a desperate phone call - respite care.
The team were supportive, pro-active, caring and polite. The support they provided to family and my parent could not have been better. Allowing access by phone to put our family's mind at rest was excellent. A big thank
you to all the staff.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Elaine,
Thank you for your kind compliment. I will make sure that the team is made aware of this.


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Review from Kim W (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very lovely care home, clean and all the staff are so helpful and friendly. Would definitely recommend this home to anyone.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Dear Kim, thank you for a generous compliment. I will make sure that the team will know about your feedback.


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Review from J B (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My father arrived at Cherry Blossom Manor at very short notice in April 2019, he has late-stage vascular dementia.
After the initial settling in, issues he has now established a simple daily routine and seems content with his new life/home at Cherry Blossom Manor.
He has made friends with other residents,
joined in sing-a-longs and has been on a day trip. There are other regular daily activities he has yet to sample. The friendly staff are always on hand to talk to him and help with day to day tasks such as washing/shaving/dressing/eating hi meals. He is well thought of by the staff who look after him.
I am happy my father is in a safe and caring environment and am pleased with the level of care he is currently receiving.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for taking the time in completing a good review for us. I will make sure that this is relayed to the team for a job well done.


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Review from Steve E (Son of Resident) published on 18 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Review of Mother's medical status undertaken with my two sisters and the nurse at Cherry Blossom.
The nurse was very helpful, kind and considerate.
CB has improved over the last months and we are satisfied with overall status.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, G M at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Steve, thank you for taking time completing the survey for us. I will make sure that the team is aware about your kind compliment. We will continue to improve on our care and services, to which we are all committed to doing.


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Review from Stephen S (Son of Resident) published on 18 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father is better now than when he first came here this is entirely due to the excellent care that he is receiving. I cannot praise the whole team highly enough. Truly magnificent.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Stephen, thank you for the praise that you gave us. I will make sure that the team is aware of this as this helps to encourage them to improve the service and care.


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Review from K C (Friend of Resident) published on 18 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The residents at Cherry Blossom Manor are well looked after and I would gladly have family here. The building is well maintained with a lovely cafe with what you need for a visit. The gardens are kept lovely. The staff are all very friendly. The only down side is that it is very expensive to stay in
any care home now.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi K, thank you for your compliment of the home. In terms of being expensive, we make sure that the residents get their money's worth.


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Review from N S (Son of Resident) published on 4 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely home. Looked after my mother and us very well.
Could always find staff. Very accommodating to our changing needs.
The staff handled all situations with dignity and care at a difficult time for us.

Reply from Angela MacQuillin, Activities Coordinator at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for your lovely review, it was an honour to get to know yourself and your family. I will share your thoughts with our teams.
We wish you joy and peace for the future.


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Review from Andrew M (Son of Resident) published on 15 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my father and my mother moved into Cherry Blossom Manor in January 2018. My mother suffers from dementia and my father has vascular Dementia following a brain haemorrhage.
My father recently passed away and the general care and the nursing care he received at Cherry Blossom Manor was excellent,
particularly in his last few days. Likewise, the care my mother receives is excellent, due to the dementia, she is anxious a lot of the time and forgets that my father has died. The carers do a good job of keeping her as calm as possible.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Dear Andrew,
Thank you very much for this encouraging and inspiring compliment. I will make sure that your review will be made know to the team.


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Review from S R (Son of Resident) published on 12 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Very good!

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for your very good feedback. I will make sure that this is passed on to the team.


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Review from Pam J (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 4 April 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

My nan's care review takes place every 6 months.
She is now bedridden and has dementia - she is stable.
We are very happy with the care that is being provided for her and the staff are friendly and know her needs well.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Pam, Thank you very much for this encouraging feedback. I will make sure that this is pass on to the team.
We remain committed to a caring service for all the residents like your nan.


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Review from Sue K (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We would like to thank you for your amazing care of mum in the 3 weeks she was in Cherry Blossom. She was looked after in a lovely, caring way and with dignity at the end. I would like to thank the doctor on duty on 27/28th February - it was exceptional. To the manager - behind every great leader is
a fantastic team and without exception, your staff are a credit to you.
We are forever grateful that mum was in your care until the end of her days.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Sue,
Thank you for your lovely words. I will make sure that this is passed on to the team.


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Review from E W (Daughter of Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 19 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

1. Very noisy at night time.
2. Food, is hot, should be on a hot plate - don't like tepid food.
3. Only had one shower in 3 weeks. No bath offered.
4. Staff really lovely. Very kind.
5. Lovely room.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Evelyn,
Thank you for your honest feedback. I will share this with the team so that the areas that need to be looked at are addressed as soon as possible and for the good, we will continue to do are best.


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

The staff, from all the areas, go out of their way to help. Always very prompt in informing of any complications and suggesting ways to remedy this.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you very much for your kind and positive feedback. I will make sure that the team will know about this as this makes them more encouraged to continue loving their work to the residents and to the home.


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Review from Marie O (Resident) published on 14 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My sister said a very nice home and indeed it is. This is my home now.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Marie, thank you for taking the time and effort to let us know that this is your new found home now. I will share this with the whole team.


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Review from M A (Wife of Resident) published on 4 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Pleasant staff, very approachable if I had concerns about my husband.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for taking time to let us know your experience with us for short time. By this time of writing, we are happy that you finally decided to have your husband brought back here to us permanently.
I will make sure the team knows about your feedback.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.856)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.856) out of 10 for Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor 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 29 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 29 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 4.856 for Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor is calculated as follows: ( (306 Excellents x 5) + (34 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 348 Ratings = 4.856

  • 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 Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor is based on 29 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 77 registered maximum number of service users is 15.4, which has been reached with 29 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: 24 Nov 2020

Overall
Good

  • 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 (17)

Gigi

Gigi Despojo

Job Title: General Manager

Joined: 2017

Hello & welcome to Cherry Blossom Manor. I have been a qualified Nurse for 25 years & always been interested in people & making a difference in their lives. Service to the elderly has always been close to my heart. I also like to develop people with a passion for service into leaders. Enjoy becoming more familiar with us here at Cherry Blossom.


Luca

Luca La Porta

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2018

I am a qualified Nurse which is a key part of my role as Deputy Manager here at Cherry Blossom. I began my journey here as a Head of Unit & was promoted shortly after to my current position. I like to help build a happy, competent and caring team which is a pleasure to be part of.


I strive to ensure that all care is delivered to a high standard. Most of all I want to make sure that all our Residents are safe, contented & happy. When I see Residents & Staff are happy & well that is when I am most satisfied in my work.


Stefan

Stefan Cora

Job Title: Head of Care

Joined: 2017

I initially joined as a newly qualified Nurse. I had a short break in service after several years where I went to Nurse in a hospital environment & then brought that experience back to Cherry Blossom & was promoted to my current role. I sincerely care for our Resident's best interests.


Martha

Martha Buluma

Job Title: Night Team Leader

Joined: 2020

I started as a qualified day Nurse, went on nights & was promoted to my current position. I am honoured & proud of the rapport I have with our Residents.


Cristina

Cristina Dorobantu

Job Title: Head of Memory Lane & Dementia Champion

Joined: 2016

I am a qualified Nurse and my dedication and knowledge were recognized when I was promoted to Head of our Memory Lane Dementia Unit. My passion and understanding of Dementia have resulted in our unit passing our 1066 qualification. Our Residents are like family to me & this is reflected in my relationship with them.


Michela

Michela Chiaramonte

Job Title: Head of Wellington

Joined: 2022

I worked at here as part of the night team & then was promoted to my current role. I also have a background in midwifery.


Marianne

Marianne Roasamond

Job Title: Head of Silchester & Palliative Champion

Joined: 2019

I came as a qualified Nurse & worked night shifts. I then moved onto day shifts & have been promoted to my current role. I am protective of our Resident's well-being & happiness.


Cristina Elena

Cristina Elena Tarau

Job Title: Senior Nurse

Joined: 2012

I have worked for Barchester Healthcare for many years as a qualified Nurse where I have worked in a few different homes. My first home was Cherry Blossom where I have returned with a wider knowledge of Barchester & been promoted to my current position. Cherry Blossom Residents make this a second home for me.


Ana-Maria

Ana-Maria Hategan

Job Title: Junior Night Team Leader

Joined: 2019

I started at Cherry Blossom as a Senior Night Carer where I then qualified as a Nurse here in the UK & I have been promoted to my current position.


Shelley

Shelley Wicks

Job Title: Senior Carer, Speak Up & Dementia Champion

Joined: 2022

I am passionate about helping people & working well in a team.


Ali

Ali Mather

Job Title: Administrator

Joined: 2011

Previous to Cherry I worked in a bank for many years & have also worked as a Carer part-time, so this role is perfect as it combines both of these. This really home from home with our endless extended family of Residents, their families/friends & our staff.


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Bailey

Job Title: Pet Therapy Dog

Joined: 2012

I have been coming to work with my Mum(Ali Mather, Home Administrator)since I was only 12 weeks old. Due to this, I love people, fuss & yummy snacks. I used to help deliver the newspapers to the Residents but now my legs aren't as good as they were I potter around to visit them in my own sweet time.


Lydie

Lydie Bach

Job Title: Activities Coordinator

Joined: 2019

I started here as a Carer, then Activity Assistant & then Hostessing. I have now come back to the Activities Team as the Coordinator where I am excited for this opportunity & what I can bring to our lovely Residents. The knowledge of the other departments/roles & the home will definitely be helpful to me.


Lilly

Lilly Wood

Job Title: Head Housekeeper

Joined: 2014

I started at Cherry Blossom as a Carer & was then promoted to Senior Carer & then to my current position. Having good knowledge of the Care role helps me in my current position as we all work together. I enjoy interacting & building a good rapport with all of our Residents as I work around all of the homes. It gives me satisfaction to maintain a high standard of cleanliness giving a safe environment for all.


Bogdan

Bogdan Opar

Job Title: Maintenance Manager

Joined: 2013

My journey began here as a Maintenance Assistant when I was soon after promoted to my current role. It is my job to make sure that our home and gardens look of a high standard at all times. Whatever your loved one needs, no job is too big or too small just look for the man in grey.


Angel

Angel Kho

Job Title: Head Chef

Joined: 2012

I started with Barchester as a Kitchen Assistant/Hostess in another home whilst studying for a VRQ in Professional Cookery at college to qualify for Hospitality Management. I came to Cherry as my current position. Cooking & Baking is my passion & I like creating new & exciting dishes for our Residents.


Chandan

Chandan Gurung

Job Title: Second Chef

Joined: 2022