Blandford Grange Care Home

Milldown Road, Blandford Forum DT11 7DE
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9.6 63 Reviews
  • Blandford Grange Care Home, Blandford Forum
At Blandford Grange, care is about more than just meeting needs—it’s about creating a home where residents feel valued, supported, and safe. Located in the charming Georgian town of Blandford Forum, the home provides nursing, dementia, residential, and respite care, all tailored to each person’s unique circumstances. The focus is on respecting resident's dignity, nurturing talents and interests and supporting physical, emotional and social well-being.

The heart of Blandford Grange is its caring and dedicated team, led by an experienced manager. Providing 24-hour personalised support, the team ensures every resident’s physical, emotional, and social needs are met with compassion and respect. Staff are chosen not just for their professional expertise but for their warm and approachable nature, helping residents and families feel truly at ease.

At Blandford Grange, mealtimes are an important part of daily life, offering not just nourishment but also a chance to come together and enjoy a sense of community. Each meal features comforting classics and fresh seasonal dishes, all prepared with quality ingredients. The team is committed to accommodating specific allergies, cultural preferences, and personal favourites, ensuring that every resident's tastes are respected, and making dining an enjoyable experience for everyone.

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Care Provided by Blandford Grange Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 63 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Rachel Smith-Harrison (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (63)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (40)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Blandford Grange Care Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,720
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,720
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,720
    • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,720
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,720
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,720
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,720
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,720
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Blandford Grange Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Blandford Grange Care Home Reviews (63)

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9.6

Blandford Grange Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.640) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Blandford Grange Care Home has 63 reviews.

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Review from S D (Friend of Resident) published on 27 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As an observer I note this home is excellent, residents take time to settle in it's not their home but it is a place of safety.

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Review from D M (Niece of Resident) published on 17 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My uncle was looked after extremely well for over two years.
The staff were friendly and helpful and took great care of him.

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Review from Laurence B (Brother of Resident) published on 25 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care and attention were given to my dear brother within his hour of need during his period of illness. A special thanks to all the staff at The Grange Care Home particularly his nurse who made my brothers stay there comfortable and well cared for.

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Review from Elizabeth C (Wife of Resident) published on 26 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My husband has been looked after very well.
I go often and notice a lot of care, love and respect on the 2nd floor.
The activities side is, however, very poor now.

Reply from Tilla Wagner, Home Manager at Blandford Grange Care Home

Thank you for the lovely review. We take pride in our home and the care we deliver. We are aware of the compromised activities at present, however, we are working with our recruitment team to ensure this is hugely improved as quickly as possible.


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Review from Marguerite B (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother has been well cared for, she is respected, her needs are met.
A shame for us that her dementia has worsened. As mum cannot understand, we just to enjoy colouring, as she did not want to before. She still recognises us.
Mum likes her food, would like to be able to phone at weekends directly,
cannot be manned.

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Review from J S (Friend of Resident) published on 17 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The carers are very good but one lady is outstanding for her complete understanding and care for my friend (of 40 years).

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Review from George H (Son of Resident) published on 22 January 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother moved to Blandford Grange Care Home top floor in April 2016 into a room without a carpet, which although initially, we felt was disappointing, turned out to be a good thing as mum was very good at spilling food and drink everywhere. The room was large and airy with a great view of the school,
its grounds, woods and church across the river through a large window.


The care has been consistent and very good and if the floor wasn't always clean, this was more than made up for by the attentive needs and attention to mum's comfort and needs.


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Review from Jean P (Wife of Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 20 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy with the level of care provided by the staff. Their approach is kind and they ensure that my husband is cared for in a dignified way. Staff are approachable and listen to any concerns. His room is kept clean and tidy with a wonderful view that benefits his emotional health.

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Review from Ruth K (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff at Blandford Grange are all very good, caring people, taking care of my mother's every need daily. It is a comfort to me and the family as we are unable to give this care to Mum 24/7 ourselves.

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Review from J R (Partner of Resident) published on 12 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My partner has only been in residence for a month. He appears to be content to be confined to his room (due to his state of health) now that I have customised his room with TV, video recorder, paintings, books etc. He appreciates the snacks and drinks that I bring him in daily as he is used to a much
wider variety of food. I did supply management with a list of his preferred food but I am unsure whether or not the catering staff refers to this.

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Review from S VDA (Wife of Resident) published on 9 August 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Very caring.
Resolve any issues.
Excellent facilities.
Calm atmosphere.

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Review from M F (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 August 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Despite the often extremely challenging dementia issues of residents, staff at Blandford Grange are unerringly kind, compassionate and caring, as well as being professional and efficient.
I visited my mother at all times of day and night and always met with warmth and generosity of spirit, whichever
staff members were on duty. Relationships between residents and carers were such that one could see the fondness in both directions. My mother dies peacefully and in comfort, for which I am grateful.

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Review from J W (Wife of Resident) published on 21 July 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has only been at The Grange for a very short while, but I am very pleased with his care. He seems very settled and calm. They are so kind, helpful and nothing seems to be too much trouble. They do excellent work under very difficult conditions and have unlimited patience - it takes special
people to carry out the continued daily problems and they do it with grace, understanding and I admire them immensely.

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Review from G C (Husband of Resident) published on 17 July 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife stays at Blandford Grange for 2 to 3 weeks about 6 times a year for respite for me.
I do not visit as I am away on business during those times. Others visit and their reports are always positive and reassuring. My wife always seems happy, entertained by their activities and maintained in health.
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really appreciate it.

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Review from Gordon F (Husband of Resident) published on 13 July 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Sunday 9th July was my wife's 86th birthday. The staff decorated the area in which my wife was sitting - it all looked very festive. The staff entered the room singing Happy Birthday, encouraging other residents to join in, carrying a beautifully iced decorated cake. My wife showed her delight and looked
most impressed, blew out the candles and enjoyed a slice of cake.


The staff were brilliant - they did all they could to enthuse everyone and created a really festive atmosphere. The best birthday my wife has celebrated for many years. Well done to everyone who contributed.


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Review from R H (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 May 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My mother had resided in the above care home for over five and a half years when she became very ill in March 2017 and was admitted to hospital. Due to having dementia, she became very frightened and anxious once in hospital. The care home liaised with the hospital and myself in getting her back to
the home as quickly as possible to treat her and look after her in familiar surroundings with people she knew. The care and kindness shown by all the staff in the last weeks of my mother's life were second to none. I can't thank them enough.

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Review from K L (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 May 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Staff provided good care to my mother, ensured she was nicely dressed in her own clothes, applied makeup, looked after her hair. They checked that she was comfortable and that she was eating well.
They always contacted us if they had any concerns about her.

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Review from Christopher H (Son of Resident) published on 11 May 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother having spent the last seven weeks in hospital and needed a nursing home for her living care. When we first approached Blandford Grange they were very helpful on giving advice and the care that they could provide. My mother moved in at the end of March and we have found that Blandford Grange
has exceeded our expectations, and she has settled in very well.
All the staff have been very caring at all times, especially whilst moving into her new lovely room. The meals have been very good and varied to suit her diet. Her nursing care from leaving hospital has been superb and she is now enjoying life to the best of her capabilities.

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Review from Nigel O (Son of Resident) published on 21 April 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care, love and concern shown to my father during his residency has been second to none - the same care, love and concern has also been offered to his family, my mother in particular.

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Review from Philomena L (Wife of Resident) published on 12 April 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My husband was a patient at Blandford Grange for three months or so. He was admitted from hospital for terminal care.
He was very happy there. As a retired registered nurse myself (ward sister and district nurse), I can't speak too highly of the care he received, for which I and my family are very
grateful.

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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.640)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.640) out of 10 for Blandford Grange Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 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 4.640 for Blandford Grange Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (132 Excellents x 5) + (46 Goods x 4) + (11 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 189 Ratings = 4.64

  • 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 Blandford Grange Care Home is based on 16 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 63 registered maximum number of service users is 12.6, which has been reached with 16 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: 28 Jun 2019

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  • Effective

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  • 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 (6)

Rachel

Rachel Smith-Harrison

Job Title: Home Manager

I am a dedicated home manager with over 20 years of experience in healthcare, starting as a nurse in 1997.


Since 2020, I’ve focused on providing exceptional care in nursing homes, ensuring residents live fulfilling lives in a supportive environment. Outside of work, I’m a proud mother of three and an avid marathon runner.


Lauren

Lauren Plummer

Job Title: Deputy Manager

I’ve met incredible people here, and I love hearing the amazing stories from our residents. With my BSc in Adult Nursing, I’ve completed the End of Life Pathway course and Mental Health First Aider training, making a real difference in their lives.


Donna

Donna Bishop

Job Title: Administrator

Every day is different and always busy, but I enjoy keeping the residents safe and ensuring their well-being. I’ve completed Eroster Training, Sales Ledger Induction, and Show Round Training.


Debbie

Debbie Hunter

Job Title: Head Housekeeper

"As soon as I came for my interview at Blandford Grange, I immediately felt at home. Prior to working at Healthcare Homes, I was a horticulturist and mother to four children. I believe that to be good in this position you need to have a friendly disposition; A smile goes a long way! My favourite part of my day is walking around the floors first thing in the morning, seeing and speaking with residents."


Sharon

Sharon Cork

Job Title: Head Chef

Sharon decided to work at Healthcare Homes as she wanted to get back into good old-fashioned cooking.


Prior to joining Healthcare Homes, Sharon was a head chef/Manager at a school for autistic children.


She believes you need to be passionate about your role, have very high standards and enjoys what you are doing. Be adaptable, reliable and friendly to be good in her role.


The favourite part of her working day is serving lunches to residents and receiving feedback from them and seeing residents enjoying their meals.


The biggest professional challenge in her career to date was making the decision to move to the care sector from the education sector. As it turned out, it has been the best decision she has ever made.


Sharon's biggest career highlight to date was preparing food for Princess Anne!


Qualities that make her stand out are being approachable, hardworking, reliable and trustworthy.


Outside of work, she enjoys watching rugby and watching her son play rugby. She also enjoys music and playing darts.


Sharon looks forward to seeing residents and relatives enjoying their meals as it is a major part of their every daily lives at Blandford Grange.


Tanika

Tanika Miles

Job Title: Receptionist

The second I walked into Blandford Grange it felt like a home away from home, the staff have an infectious attitude, and the residents and relatives are truly amazing. There is never a dull moment, and you never know what each day will bring! I couldn’t imagine a better place to work. I love being able to interact with our residents, relatives and team at the front of the house at reception.