Parker Meadows

7 Parker View, Redlands Lane, Fareham PO16 0AF
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9.8 108 Reviews
  • Parker Meadows, Fareham
Parker Meadows is a beautiful, purpose-built care home, offering high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care. The dedicated and passionate team empowers residents to live fulfilling lives.

Furnished to the very highest of standards, it offers a homely yet luxurious environment, with all residents having en-suite rooms. The home offers excellent facilities, including a hair and beauty salon and bright café, perfect for residents and their families. Externally, there are beautifully landscaped sensory gardens.

Parker Meadows also has six bungalows for residents who want to retain their independence, whilst still enjoying the facilities and services provided in the main building of the care home.

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Care Provided by Parker Meadows

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • 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 89 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Cancer Care
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Independent Living Training
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy
  • Sheltered Housing

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Elizabeth Kinyua (Deputy Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Social Services, NHS Continuing Care and Private Funding
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (89)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (89)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Parker Meadows

  • 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 £1,559
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,689

  • 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 (not applicable to independent living
    residents)
    • 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 in the care home building


    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 y
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Parker Meadows 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
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Parker Meadows Reviews (108)

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9.8

Parker Meadows has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.820) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Parker Meadows has 108 reviews.

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Review from Wendy S (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum was in Parker Meadows for almost a year after becoming unwell and no longer able to live independently. Throughout her stay she experienced excellent care from the team on Poolside. They patiently supported her when she was struggling both mentally and physically initially and encouraged her
to gradually regain as much independence as possible as she settled. She enjoyed the food and introducing other residents to a game! She did not join in with many of the other activities – mainly due to her hearing problems, but there were a great variety of options.
Communication with all the staff has always been good and quickly responsive.
My mum has now moved to a care home much closer to my sister (both my sister and I live at quite a distance), it was hard for her to say goodbye to the staff as she had grown very fond of them.
Thank you for taking such good care of her during her stay with you – we felt she was safe in your hands, and we really appreciate that.

Reply from Joe Gould, Reviews Team at Parker Meadows

Hi, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Parker Meadows Care Home - Care UK we will miss your mother, but understand the logistics of you having to travel so far to visit was not a viable longer term. She will be missed by us all.


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Review from J S (Nephew of Resident) published on 8 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Whenever I visit I am full of admiration for the care and consideration by the care staff. They have a great rapport and a two-way connection with my aunt.

Reply from Joe Gould, Reviews Team at Parker Meadows

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Parker Meadows Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.


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Review from David W (Son of Resident) published on 8 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad moved to Parker Meadows in June 2023. I had been encouraged to look at Parker Meadows by people who work in the care profession who highly recommended it. The process of initial contact, visiting, my dad's assessment and then being offered a place, was done with great kindness and sensitivity.
My dad chose Parker Meadows and as soon as he moved in he began to think of it as home. The transition from his own home where he had lived for 55 years to a care home was challenging for him as he had always been very independent. Asking for help was not something he was used to but his carers worked with him with great kindness and patience. Above all, he felt safe at Parker Meadows. He loved his room and the personal items he had chosen to be with him. He felt valued and part of a large family. He had company and also as much space as he wanted. He was free to choose what he wanted to do. It is a wonderful care home with a caring and compassionate staff and lovely facilities.

Reply from Joe Gould, Reviews Team at Parker Meadows

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Parker Meadows Care Home - Care UK we adored having your dad with us, and enjoyed his humour and wit. He became part of the "team" on our ground floor.


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Review from Neil A (Son of Resident) published on 20 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Parker Meadows is a very modern, bright and pleasant place to visit. All staff are friendly, always happy to help, and very attentive to our relative's needs.
We are very happy with his care over the years he has been here.

Reply from Joe Gould, Reviews Team at Parker Meadows

Hi, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Parker Meadows Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.


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Review from J S (Sister of Resident) published on 4 October 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My sister is living in a bungalow which is lovely and she is happy she still has her independence and also the help she needs e.g. meals, being interactive with other residents.
I have travelled down from Scotland to help my sister settle in, and I feel better seeing how she is now.
The staff have
been excellent, everyone is so helpful and nothing is a bother.

Reply from Joe Gould, Reviews Team at Parker Meadows

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. Your sister has been really positive since day one and it is wonderful to hear that what we offer has enhanced her independence and that she has even more opportunity to be involved in activities each day as well as positive social interaction with the residents within the home.


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Review from Robert F (Son of Resident) published on 24 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother chose to move into a home and after accompanying her to a few Parker Meadows was her favourite. She is registered blind and in the main pretty self sufficient. The staff at the home have been so supportive and worked to create a safe, comfortable environment for her. They have really engaged
with the needs of a blind person and are accommodating, providing her with the comforts of her own home - from connection to her own landline with the transfer of her own phone and her original home telephone number and internet connection to a virtual assistant which has become such an important piece of equipment for her. She has settled in so well in just a few months and is so happy here, fully immersing herself in the activities arranged by the home (sight allowing) and loving the company of the residents and the staff, all of whom have been so helpful. Thank you to all the staff at Parker Meadows, you have brought joy to my mother.

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Review from J H (Resident) published on 20 June 2023
Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Cooking of food, not very good.

Reply from Samantha Debenham, Reviews Team at Parker Meadows

Thank you for taking the time to review Parker Meadows, we really appreciate all feedback for us to learn and enhance the service we are able to offer you and other residents and to ensure all residents have a voice in how they wish the home to be run.
Our meals are produced fresh in-house by our head chef and their team and are based on feedback from residents in our regular forums so we always make sure we offer meals that feature everyone’s favourites. We also have a comments book, and of course please do let us know at any time if you have any dishes you’d like added or any meals you think can be improved, and we’ll be more than happy to help.


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Review from Helen B (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad had to move from his warden-controlled flat (which he loved) after 2 appalling, 2 week long admittances hospital. I managed to get him into Parker Meadows who have been exceptional. He wasn't happy for the first week because it was new to him and his dementia had got so much worse from his hospital
experiences. 4 weeks on and he is much happier and so am I. He gets everything he needs and he is safe. The food is fab, the nurses and carers are second to none and nothing is too much for them. His room is lovely, has everything he needs and we have brought things from home for him to help him remember family, friends and his life with Mum who sadly passed away last year. He is encouraged to move about and eat well and has help with anything he needs. I have a bit of life back and he is near enough to visit every day and it's wonderful to see him interacting with the staff and having jokes with them. It's a warm, happy and cheerful place and my mind is at rest.

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Review from Sue L (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum was a resident at Gracewell/Parker Meadows from July 2017 to March 2023. She settled quickly and it soon became ‘home’. She enjoyed the entertainment, particularly the music and the church services. Staff were attentive to her needs and they became more like friends. The team spent time with her
and were aware and adapted appropriately as her needs changed even as she became a little more difficult. Issues raised, including medical concerns, were dealt with appropriately and we were kept informed promptly. We were incredibly pleased as to how all staff, from cleaners to managers were aware of her end-of-life care and really appreciated the personal touches. On her 90th birthday, the catering team provided friends and family with a buffet and birthday cake. In difficult situations, such as COVID, we were kept informed of visiting arrangements according to national guidelines and were able to continue visiting most of the time. We are pleased we chose this care home for Mum.

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Review from S B (Respite Resident) published on 15 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

This is my second visit to Parker Meadows and both times I have been extremely well taken care of. The staff, in particular, are all very caring and nothing is too much trouble.

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Review from J R (Husband of Resident) published on 28 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My wife has been a resident for just over two weeks and my first impressions are good. The carers are efficient and good with my wife, despite being a bit stretched and busy at times. I was disappointed today when my wife was confined to bed from midday onwards because the sling allocated to her room
became soiled whilst she was being cleaned after a bowel movement and there was not another sling available! Another resident was the same.

Reply from Samantha Debenham, PA to Marketing Director at Parker Meadows

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your experience here at Parker Meadows.
I am pleased that you have had a positive first experience with the home and the care team. With regards to the issues around slings, when a new resident joins us, we provide a sling suitable for their needs, we then re-assess and will order a further sling to enable one for laundering as needed. Unfortunately, due to LOLER inspections (a legal requirement for all lifting equipment), the second sling was not available to be used at that time.
I am sorry that this has occurred, and I have spoken with the team to ensure that we are able to provide a suitable alternative in the future.


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Review from Sue A (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been patiently and skilfully cared for in terms of emotional as well as physical needs as she got used to the fact she suddenly needed to be in a care home. They have kept me well informed at every step along a sometimes tricky journey. I have been impressed with them in every way.

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Review from Lara Y (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Whilst my late father was only at Parker Meadows for a short time, I found the staff very supportive and attentive to both my father and our needs. The admissions manager was very helpful during the admission process, which we would otherwise have found very difficult as my father never wanted to go
into a nursing home. The admissions manager was very reassuring and comforting. During my father's week-long stay, the staff did what they could to make him comfortable and made every effort to find foods that were acceptable to him as well as providing company when we could not be there in person.
Thank you once again to all the staff.

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Review from Barbara M (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been more than happy with my mum's respite care here. Friendly, welcoming staff who are always ready to listen and to oblige. I've felt easy and reassured, trusting my mum is being well looked after. I will definitely be happy to bring mum here again when I need another respite.

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Review from C M (Niece of Resident) published on 8 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My auntie was in Parker Meadows for three weeks of respite care. My auntie was immediately made to feel welcome and she told me the staff were kind and caring, and most of all she felt safe there.

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Review from S K (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was a resident with advanced dementia and was at all times cared for by kind, considerate, skilled staff, who demonstrated professional skill in managing difficult situations. As his daughter, I was well supported at all times and couldn't have asked for better end of life care.
My mother
is still a resident. She is well cared for, has a lovely room, she always looks smart and well presented. She is kept busy with a range of interesting activities. I have felt supported by all the nursing, admin and management staff.

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Review from T R (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum came to Parker Meadows for respite over a four-week period. Unfortunately, she only spent four days there as she went into the hospital. However, she absolutely loved it. She said the room, food and staff were fantastic and that it was like a five-star hotel. All the staff we have come into contact
with have gone above and beyond, which has been lovely at this difficult time for us - well done!

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Review from M H (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Dad lived for three years and mum for four years on the residential level in Parker Meadows. They were treated with care., kindness and friendship by the staff and I cannot thank them enough. I marked the room satisfactory only because the storage space was very limited with no set of draws.

Reply from Samantha Debenham, Personal Assistant at Parker Meadows

Thank you very much for taking the time to write your review and for your kind words about the care and team at Parker Meadows which they’ll be incredibly happy to hear. Although the rooms do have ample space for residents to add extra furniture if they need more storage than what is provided, we will of course take on board your comments for the future. We are so pleased to have had the time with your parents and thank you again for your lovely words.


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Review from D E (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are extremely caring and friendly. Nothing is too much trouble. The home is amazing. First class.

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Review from Pauline J (Wife of Resident) published on 15 July 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Gracewell of Fareham is an excellent nursing home. It has a family atmosphere, the staff are very caring and treat the patients with dignity and ensure they are safe and secure. As a resident's wife, I experience these qualities and I would recommend this home to anyone.

Reply from Jacqueline Hampton, General Manager at Parker Meadows

We are thrilled with your positive experience and are so glad your partner has settled in so well to Gracewell of Fareham. 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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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.820)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.820) out of 10 for Parker Meadows 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 29 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 4.820 for Parker Meadows is calculated as follows: ( (297 Excellents x 5) + (35 Goods x 4) + (12 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 345 Ratings = 4.82

  • 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 Parker Meadows 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 89 registered maximum number of service users is 17.8, 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: 17 Jan 2023

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  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

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

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Meet the Team (1)

Lukasz Mikolaj

Lukasz Mikolaj Irzabek

Job Title: General Manager

Before joining the team here, I was an acting commissioning manager. I have a level 5 NVQ in health and social care, as well as qualifications in leadership training. I have also completed the ROSPA level 3 train the trainer course in moving and handling.


Care UK’s values mirror my own, which is one of the reasons why I wanted to work here. It also has a reputation for providing high-quality, person-centred care. As an organisation, there is a strong focus on innovation and a genuine desire to ensure residents’ wellbeing. There is also excellent professional development for colleagues that want to pursue a career in care.


In my role, you need to have compassion and empathy. It is also important to have strong communication skills, patience and adaptability. As with any leadership role, you also need to be resilient and be committed to continuous development.


As a general manager, I am here to support colleagues and to ensure we give residents the very best personalised care, and that they are happy, comfortable and safe. Knowing we make a real difference to people’s lives makes me proud of what we do here. It is also fantastic to see colleagues excel and progress in their own careers.


I have been lucky enough to have many career highlights. Ones that stand out include being able to support homes achieve outstanding CQC ratings and commissioning luxury care homes. Achieving a 10/10 for a home on carehome.co.uk, was also another big highlight.


I have lots of interest outside of work, including science – particularly physics and biology. I like art, music and extreme sports which I balance out with meditation. My focus though is my family.