Kentford Manor

Jeddah Way, Kennett, Newmarket CB8 8JY
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9.7 105 Reviews
  • Kentford Manor, Newmarket
Kentford Manor, in Kennett, Newmarket provides the best of care in beautiful surroundings. The dedicated team offers residential, nursing and dementia care on a permanent or short-term basis.

Each en-suite bedroom is designed with residents' comfort in mind, there are even larger suites available for couples. Residents can enjoy the stylish lounges, welcoming café, cinema room and hair and beauty salon. Outside the beautiful, landscaped gardens are the ideal spot to spend time with loved ones during the warmer months.

Kentford Manor is divided into four smaller communities to ensure a homely environment where residents can receive the best care and support. The lifestyle team provides a varied activity programme including outings to local areas of interest.

Care Provided by Kentford Manor

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 88 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Katrina Rayment (General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (88)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (85)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2011

Funding & Fees Guide for Kentford 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 £1,525
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,625
  • Respite stays are subject to a 20% uplift on the prices shown above. Fees are subject to a pre-admission
    needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level of care and support required by each
    individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge. Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing
    Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible.

    What’s included?
    • All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
    • All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
    • In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
    • Access to landscaped gardens
    • Activities and lifestyle programme
    • All utilities and other accommodation costs
    • Housekeeping and laundry services
    • WiFi internet access


    Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or
    appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
    medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
    other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
    an agreed hourly charge for this service.


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

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • 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
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Kentford Manor has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.729) out of 10, based on 33 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Kentford Manor has 105 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The place is immaculate, bright and has a friendly atmosphere. From the moment one enters the premises there is a sense of professionalism and attention to detail in the care of residents - from clothing through to fingernail polish etc - all giving residents in their twilight times a sense that they
matter. The rooms are clean and tidy, the food is nutritious - not overly fancy just good and gives the residents a balanced diet. The residents are given water/fruit juice throughout the day - and it is always available. I would recommend the care home to anyone.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife had suffered from dementia for approximately eighteen months prior to our search for residential care accommodation and following a consultation process (Gracewell) Kentford Manor was recommended by a very reliable authority.
First impressions were and have remained most impressive concerning
the personnel and the accommodation. I have come to appreciate and rely upon the eclectic coalition of professional disciplines that coalesce well and constitute a hugely talented staffing element demonstrating professionalism altruism in support of my wife's condition.
There obtains an overwhelming desire to support the residents, and visitors, which acts as a catalyst to further develop the function to the highest standards. This extends to the diversity of the stimulating content constituting the activities' sessions with all elements forming specific and consistent pathways to excellence.
In my experience levels of professionalism and service we have relied upon and I trust will be maintained.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The ambience is lovely. The staff very caring and helpful. Food is great. Every care is taken to look after Aunty who has been there for a couple of years. Her room is kept clean and she appears comfortable and well looked after. Indeed she has put weight on since arriving as she loves the food. She
is commonly to be found enjoying the regular activities or sitting in the lounge listening to music or watching a film.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 98-year-old sister-in-law a very private lady became unwell and unable to cope at home so, therefore, needed complete nursing care. Therefore, we the family needed to find a suitable care home that would suit her needs. This we thought could be a problem however, thanks to wonderful Gracewell and
the care she receives she is very happy there and calls it home.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

We are thrilled with your positive experience and are so glad your sister-in-law has settled in so well to Gracewell of Kentford. We take great pride in delivering high-quality care and providing facilities to our residents. Your recognition of this is invaluable to our team, thank you.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care my mum receives is excellent, all staff treats mum like family. They encourage her to take part in the day to day activities that enriched her life. The home is always clean and tidy. As family members, we are always made to feel welcome and have formed strong bonds with many of the staff.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Thank you for your kind words. We believe we have a fantastic team here at Gracewell of Kentford and your recognition of this is appreciated by every member of our team. By having a whole-home approach here at Sunrise we believe this creates a relaxed and friendly environment for our residents to call home.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have always been very happy with the care provided by Grace well of Kentford. Over the last year, with all the problems of a global pandemic, we have really appreciated the effort that management and staff have made to make sure we can continue to see dad without compromising his, or our, safety.
This has been so important for all of us and we are really grateful.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Here at Gracewell of Kentford, we have worked hard to ensure all of the residents receive the highest quality of care and security within our home. Thank you for your kind words, these will be shared with the team and we look forward to welcoming you back to our home soon.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As I live in the USA I have not been able to personally visit the UK due to travel restrictions. I can only say that all my communications with Gracewell, either by telephone or email, have been excellent. Their responses have been very timely, informational, very friendly and professional. It is very
difficult when you have so many miles plus time differences to grapple with. Every time I have sent an email to inquire about the health and well-being of my sister a response has been forthcoming within twelve hours. Every time I have telephoned I have always been transferred to a carer that can give me the updates that I need in a speedy fashion. Based on these responses, I would have no hesitation in recommending Gracewell to anyone seeking to place a loved one in a care facility.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Here at Gracewell of Kentford, we believe communication with family members and friends is very important. This enables us to provide understanding and confidence to relatives of our high-quality care whilst also giving us the opportunity to improve our service. Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I had had no experience of Care Homes until my late mum went to live in Gracewell of Kentford for the last three months of her life. I was so impressed by the care and kindness shown to mum that I wanted to write this review. Firstly, the nurses and carers are all highly professional and all my family
had great confidence in them. They all treated mum wonderfully, mindful of her dignity at all times. There was laughter, humour, consideration and flexibility. Every resident is a guest. The manager and staff are clearly determined to create a family atmosphere. Gracewell is like a hotel, with lovely decor, fresh flowers, fun activities and delicious food! Gracewell proved its worth during the pandemic - realising the importance to residents and family of visiting, the staff did absolutely everything they could to ensure we were able to visit mum every day safely. We will be eternally grateful for this. All care homes should be like Gracewell.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Firstly, please accept our sincere condolences for your recent loss and thank you for taking the time to share your experience of Gracewell of Kentford – particularly at such a difficult time. The team here are so grateful that your mum had such a positive experience of the home and this extended to family members and friends.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Gracewell of Kentford have been absolutely fabulous in looking after my mother in this most challenging of times. When I have been able to see her she has always looked so well. My mother has been resident for over 7 years and when she entered the home was not in a good way. She has received both great
care and attention and the most comforting for me is knowing that the same people have been caring for her over the years. I have only great praise and heart-felt thanks to all the team for looking after her so well.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Thank you for leaving us such a wonderful review, our team members will be thrilled to hear your positive feedback. Here at Gracewell of Kentford, we pride ourselves on understanding our residents needs to respect their independence and give a real sense of being at home.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Gracewell of Kentford provides an excellent service in caring for my mum with her dementia requirements. The staff give a loving and compassionate environment and help to bring out my mum on her bad days and encourage her on her good days.
The food is fantastic, and they adapt this to what the resident
requires.
As a relative, I have always felt included in decisions made for my mum and kept informed on what is happening within the home.
During Covid19 lockdown, their communications were outstanding.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Our dining team will be thrilled with your lovely comments. Here at Gracewell of Kentford, we cater to each resident based on preferences and dietary requirements. Hearing this positive feedback is greatly appreciated by everyone in the community.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has been a resident at Gracewell since July 2019 and we are so pleased that we chose Gracewell as her care home. I feel that the home provides first-class accommodation while managing to feel ‘homely’. Mum has a bright, sunny room at the front of the building, enabling her to watch all the comings
and goings. Everyone who has visited comments on how clean and fresh the home feels.
The care and support that Mum receives are second to none. She is always treated with dignity and compassion. I can’t fault the dedication of the staff. This has been especially apparent during the Covid 19 crisis when they have gone above and beyond to ensure that Mum is safe and loved.
Gracewell offers a wide variety of activities and residents are encouraged to join in. Mum particularly enjoys the lovely gardens, curling and bingo. There are regular visits from outside entertainers and frequent parties to celebrate special dates.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Gracewell.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Our team here at Gracewell of Kentford are so grateful for your comments. Our activities co-ordinator and the team work hard to provide engaging and stimulating activities for all of our residents. We are so glad to hear the activities provided are one of your favorite elements of our home.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My Mum has been a resident at Gracewell since July 2019. Over the past 10 weeks, since visiting has not been possible due to Covid-19, we feel that the care, support and love given to my mum has just been amazing. The introduction of tablets into the home has just been brilliant and this enables my
mum to enjoy video calls most days with one of her daughters or grandchildren which is so beneficial. The drive by event organised yesterday which enabled family members to see their loved ones for the first time in many weeks was truly inspirational and very emotional. A huge thank you to all the staff at Gracewell.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Here at Gracewell of Kentford we enjoy welcoming friends and family members. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed our drive-by event during this time, your recognition of this is invaluable to our team, thank you.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot fault this care home at all. The staff all go above and beyond expectations in their level of care. In these difficult times when we can't visit they have purchased I-Pads and arrange FaceTime slots regularly. Nothing is too much trouble. Always very helpful if contacted by phone. They arrange
so many activities and ensure that all residents are included. I would certainly recommend this home for anyone who is having to make that very difficult decision.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Our team here at Gracewell of Kentford are so grateful for your comments. Our activities co-ordinator and the team work hard to provide engaging and stimulating activities for all of our residents. We are so glad to hear the activities provided are one of your favourite elements of our home.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Gracewell has established a very easy atmosphere which is not in any way institutionalised. It is very comfortable and the residents seem to enjoy the food and partake in the activities.
The office staff are very approachable and deal with administrative matters efficiently.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Here at Gracewell of Kentford, we endeavour to provide the very best experience for our residents and their families. Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words with us, and these will be shared with the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely, clean care home. Staff try to meet all client's wishes and if ever I have had to ask I have always been met with a positive and helpful response. My only worry at present is I wish residents could be helped or encouraged to be in the lovely garden a bit more. I do appreciate that the staff is
doing an amazing job. Keep up the good work.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of Gracewell of Kentford. Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities to make a difference to our residents and their families lives. Therefore, I’ve passed your feedback on to the rest of the team, so we can look into addressing your comment. In the meantime, please feel free to contact the Home manager if you would like to discuss this in further detail.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has nothing but praise for every aspect of care she receives at Kentford and is always saying how lucky we were to find it. The Covid-19 outbreak has tested the resources and competence of so many aspects of life, particularly our care of the elderly, but the staff at Kentford have worked
hard to maintain high standards all round. My mother understands the current situation and yet is not overly anxious about why the family is unable to visit right now. She has made friends with whom she socialises freely and all residents are entertained and kept active where possible. The level of information coming from management during the lockdown has been regular and frequent and is very reassuring. I cannot thank the staff enough for keeping her safe, physically well, and happy. I have every confidence in them to continue to do so as ‘normal’ life resumes. Highly recommended!

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Our team here at Gracewell of Kentford are so grateful for your comments. Our activities co-ordinator and the team, work hard to provide engaging and stimulating activities for all of our residents, we are so glad to hear the activities provided are one of your favourite elements of our home.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

During the Covid-19 lockdown, Gracewell of Kentford has performed above and beyond expectations during a very difficult time. Incredibly, and despite the frightening media coverage of Care Homes, I have been able to relax in the knowledge that my relative is safe, happy, and well looked after. The procedures
that were put in place ensured that all relatives were kept informed on a regular basis, video messaging kept relatives and residents in touch with each other and was invaluable to both.
A more suitable home for my very precious relative could not be found and the dedication of the staff is exemplary.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

At Gracewell of Kentford, our ultimate goal is to provide the best possible level of care we can. From our carers, nurses and activities team we strive to achieve a sociable and comfortable community our residents can call home. Hearing this positive feedback is greatly appreciated by everyone in the home.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

An immaculate care home, well run, very clean and with attention to detail. Friendly, knowledgeable and approachable staff. We are happy and reassured that our relative is receiving good and compassionate care.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Here at Gracewell of Kentford, we endeavour to provide the very best experience for our residents and their families. Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words with us, and, these will be shared with the team.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The first thing you notice on entering the home is that it doesn't smell, as sadly some homes do
You are greeted by friendly staff, great atmosphere. The staff are brilliant with residents and family members too, being very kind and aware that it can be very upsetting placing your relative in a home,
not just the day they arrive but later on too.
The food is excellent, my only criticism is that they possibly feed the residents too much. I like taking my mum downstairs for a coffee and quite often there are cakes, biscuits, sweets for all to indulge in.
My mother went in last November and at Christmas time, their Christmas fayre is wonderful.
I took my Grandchildren and Father Christmas gave them a present, They love Great Nanna's home.
There is always activities and entertainment of some kind, often both morning and afternoon. The activities team, in particular, are especially brilliant at getting the residents to join in, whatever their ability is. I can't recommend this home enough.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of Gracewell of Kentford.
Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities to make a difference to our residents and their families lives.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We have been very happy with the way my mother has been welcomed and integrated into life at Gracewell. The permanent staff are very caring and always find time in their busy schedule to discuss any concerns I have regarding mother.
Unfortunately, she has had quite a few falls during her time here
which I know is of concern to the staff who try their best to ensure her safety. They have been very supportive when she has needed hospital visits.
Recently, I have noticed more agency staff on the wing and know that my mother does miss the friendly faces she has come to know and trust.
Overall Gracewell is proving to be a safe and happy environment for her and so gives me peace of mind.

Reply from Peter Walton, General Manager at Kentford Manor

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of Gracewell of Kentford.
Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities to make a difference to our residents and their families lives.


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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.729)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.729) out of 10 for Kentford Manor 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 33 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 32 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 4.729 for Kentford Manor is calculated as follows: ( (311 Excellents x 5) + (50 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) + (11 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 376 Ratings = 4.729

  • 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 Kentford Manor is based on 32 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 88 registered maximum number of service users is 17.6, which has been reached with 32 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: 17 Jan 2023

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Good

  • Caring

    Good
  • Effective

    Good
  • Responsive

    Good
  • Safe

    Good
  • Well-led

    Requires improvement

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Katrina

Katrina Rayment

Job Title: General Manager

I have 20 years of experience in the care industry, most recently working as a manager for a large domiciliary and complex care agency.


I joined Care UK for the opportunities it would open as one of the UK’s leading care providers.


As a manager, I think the most important part of my role is listening. It's also essential to be empathetic, able to prioritise and have a good sense of humour.


Any time I can spend talking to residents and my team is my favourite part of the day. Seeing residents and their families happy makes me feel fulfilled in my role.


When I’m not working, I enjoy singing and walking my Dalmatian.