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.

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 (179)

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9.8

Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.833) out of 10, based on 28 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor has 179 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad has been at Cherry Blossom Manor for a year. He feels happy, well cared for and safe in this home. He enjoys regular visits from his 'beautiful wife', who he just said to me that he has had a 'wonderful life' with my mum and although they now have to live apart, his wife brightens his day when
she visits Dad and we are pleased with the kind, loving, cheerful care Dad has received.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Linda, thank you for your kind compliment. I am glad that your dad is receiving kind and loving care from the cheerful team of Cherry Blossom. I will make sure that the team are made aware about your feedback.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I find Cherry Blossom Manor provides a safe and comfortable environment for my mother. Communication with her care teams is very good and I am satisfied that her current care needs are being met. Other members of my family, as well as Mum's friends, are of the same opinion.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Paul, thank you for your generous compliment for the whole team. This is very encouraging and I will make sure that the team knows about this. Here in Cherry Blossom, we continue to make sure that we give the best care to every single resident under our care.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We just wanted to express our happiness you gave our mum and us on her 100th birthday. From the chefs and carers to the nurses and management, you all made it a wonderful day! In particular, your organisation of the short service was especially memorable.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for making us all part in celebrating Mary's 100th birthday. It was a great privilege for us to do this with you and your family especially for your Mum. I will pass this on to the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Dad has been well looked after since he moved in. The staff are always friendly, helpful and will answer any questions we may have.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Christine, thank you very much for your generous words for the team. I will pass this onto the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband received the best affectionate attention at all times.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, GM at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you Evelyn for your kind words although I know you are missing Richard so much more. I will tell the team about your feedback especially in Memory lane. Take care of yourself and come and see us sometime when you are ready.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Although our dear dad/grandad was not in the home for very long before he passed away, he was cared for well and felt that he had settled in well.


We visited most weekends en masse, daughter, grandchildren, great-granddaughter and our dog whom Dad was immensely fond of and were always made to feel

so welcome. We enjoyed having lunch with him and nothing seemed to be too much trouble and staff always greeted us with a smile.


Thank you.


Reply from Gigi Despojo, General Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Karen, Thank you for your lovely words about the home and for the team. We are happy that we were part of your wonderful memory whilst your dad was here in Cherry Blossom. We hope you can drop by for some cake and coffee especially this 21 April for our Open Day. Thank you.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have found that Cherry Blossom Manor is a very good care home. The carers are all positive and very cheerful and they show respect to the residents. We have spoken to the carers on many occasions, they are very helpful! They often have comforting words when things can be a little stressful and upsetting.
They always make time to speak to you. We have also heard that the food is very good! Compliments to the chef!

Reply from Gigi Despojo, General Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Suzanne, thank you for your generous compliment for Cherry Blossom team. I will make sure that the team will have this wonderful feedback. This brings encouragement to all of us.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care my parents are receiving at this care home is excellent. The staff are approachable and ensure the care and attention is second to none. Their needs are met and any concerns the staff may have are always conveyed to me.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, General Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for your generous compliment. I will feed this back to the whole team to inspire and encourage them more.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Dad was extremely ill on Christmas Eve and if it was not for the staff that day he would not have made it to the doctor. Well, Dad is still here and receives excellent care from the staff. Two, in particular, are a real credit to the home and I hope they are treated accordingly.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care and attention that all members of staff give to my in-laws is second to none.
The encouragement to assist and ensure a quality of life from all staff to my mother-in-law has given her confidence to join in and my father-in-law is encouraged to play the piano and enjoy films.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, General Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for your kind words. We are all encouraged knowing that we are making difference in the lives of your parents in law and the rest of the residents here in the home.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My stay here I can only judge from my own physical condition at that time.
The accommodation was excellent but limited by the abilities of the other occupants.
This reduced the moral chance of forming social contact with other people.
Very good but very limited choice owing to few people in a similar
situation to my own.

Reply from Gigi Despojo, General Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you, Douglas, for giving us all a very encouraging review. I will feedback this to the team and make our service better for all the residents here and in future.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

This care home manages my mother's personal needs 24/7 including regular services and nursing. My mother is treated in many kind ways by all the staff and has maintained a good relationship with ourselves in order to cooperate on timing, visits and events.
I have encouraged the home to create a musical
extension to their regular timetable and help by playing the piano which is appreciated as well.


The Christmas Party this year was well organised and the standard of fun exceptional. I have participated in regular events about dementia training. The communication between different layers of staffing could be improved sometimes when my outsider view is challenged but I do not hold this as a severe criticism.


Reply from Gigi Despojo, General Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Hi Ian, Thank you for your kind words to every single team member of the home. Please know that we truly are grateful also for the time and your talent in playing wonderful music on the piano which gives a pleasure and joy to our dementia residents.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We are very happy with the treatment received in the last month and the client seems very happy.

Reply from Zoe Haines, Operations Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for your positive feedback, we are so glad you are happy with all the care in the last month, we will of course let the staff know. Again thank you.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Every time I visit, the place is always clean and tidy, with the staff looking after all efficiently and they seem caring. Most times when I come, it is the end of lunch, so there is always clearing, helping the last to finish. My mum's room is always clean and tidy, and I am impressed generally with
the lack of 'dirty' smells - overall good!

Reply from Zoe Haines, Operations Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for taking the time to complete this review. It is very important that your Mum lives in a clean and beautiful environment and we are proud that we can offer these lovely facilities.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have found the staff friendly and very helpful when needed, especially when I have to change my friend's trousers following a mishap. Couldn't wish for a better place for my friend to be in.

Reply from Zoe Haines, Operations Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for your positive feedback, I have shared this with the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I can honestly say that I could not have hoped for better care for my dad in his last year of life. The care, companionship and support shown to be given to my dad was beyond my expectations. My appreciation to all the staff that cared for him, cannot be extended enough to show how much it means to
me and meant to my dad. Thank you.

Reply from Zoe Haines, Operatiosn Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you so much for your kind words. It is always a pleasure sharing such moments in peoples lives. I have shared your feedback with the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother moved to Cherry Blossom Manor 8 weeks ago. I was very impressed with the caring and efficient way in which she was welcomed and integrated into her new surroundings. All the staff are kind and approachable and nothing is too much trouble. Despite her dementia, they have made great efforts
to get to know Mum and understand her, her likes and dislikes. The surroundings are all very pleasant and there is a happy atmosphere on Memory Lane.

Reply from Zoe Haines, Operations Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for taking the time to complete this feedback for us and for helping others when deciding on possible future options for themselves and their loved ones on deciding where to live. I have shared your feedback with the team and we will use this to improve our future practice.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care from all the staff.

Reply from Zoe Haines, Operations Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for taking the time to complete this questionnaire and share your feedback with us. Your comments are really important to us and I will ensure the staff are aware of your feedback.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I really enjoyed the party on Saturday (Barchester's birthday party). The food was excellent. the home was beautifully decorated and I loved the entertainment.

Reply from Zoe Haines, Operations Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for your positive feedback, I will ensure this is shared with the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I really enjoyed the party on Saturday for Barchester's 25th birthday. I really enjoyed watching the others getting their pictures done by the caricaturist. I loved watching 'George and Ginger' and it was a very good atmosphere - I look forward to seeing them again!

Reply from Zoe Haines, Operations Manager at Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor

Thank you for your positive feedback and taking the time to complete this review. I will ensure the team hear this positive feedback.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.833)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.833) 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 4.8 out of 5 from 28 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 28 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 4.833 for Barchester Cherry Blossom Manor is calculated as follows: ( (288 Excellents x 5) + (40 Goods x 4) + (8 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 336 Ratings = 4.833

  • 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 28 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 28 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

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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