The manager and the team could not have been more welcoming, friendly and caring.
Belinda O (Daughter of Resident)
The premises are in excellent condition.
Richard C (Son of Resident)
I feel my mum is receiving excellent care in a lovely, calm and safe environment
Lindsay S (Daughter of Resident)
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. For nursing care, Weekly Fee rate will be dependent on personal needs.
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Barchester Kingfisher Lodge Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.716) out of 10, based on 35 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Barchester Kingfisher Lodge Care Home has 86 reviews.
Review from Susan B (Friend of Resident) published on 4 July 2019
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Thank you for your lovely review regarding the staff at Kingfisher. I will share this with the team.
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Review from S R (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 June 2019
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Review from Spike A (Regular Volunteer) published on 30 October 2018
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Reply from Clare Sinclair, General Manager at Barchester Kingfisher Lodge Care Home
Thank you for this review we all love having you and Misty visit and I am glad you quite rightly are made to feel welcome. Thankyou!
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Review from R M (Husband of Resident) published on 29 October 2018
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Thank you so much for your review it is appreciated and I will share this with the team. Thank you again.
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Review from Lindsay S (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 October 2018
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Review from Pat M (Wife of Resident) published on 19 October 2018
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Thank you so much for your lovely review. I will ensure this is passed onto the team.
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Review from Joan G (Respite Resident) published on 15 August 2018
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Review from Carol H (Sister of Resident) published on 18 June 2018
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Reply from Clare Sinclair, General Manager at Barchester Kingfisher Lodge Care Home
Thank you so much for your very kind review. I will share this with the team. Best wishes
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Review from D W (Son of Resident) published on 4 June 2018
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Reply from Clare Sinclair, General Manager at Barchester Kingfisher Lodge Care Home
Thank you so much for your lovely review which I will forward onto the team.
It was a pleasure caring for your mother.
With best wishes
Clare
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Review from Gillian P (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 23 January 2018
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Reply from Carol Edwards, Regional Director at Barchester Kingfisher Lodge Care Home
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, we are so pleased that you are really happy with the care and attention the staff provide for your brother in law. I will ensure that the staff are informed of your review and we will share your lovely comments.
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Review from Cherry C (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 January 2018
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Thank you so much for your positive review of Kingfisher Lodge, we are so proud of the care staff and the loving care they provide for all of the residents in the home. It is really good of you to take the time to post this review to enable others to consider our wonderful home, it is very much appreciated. I will make sure that the care staff are praised for the care and attention that they provide for your mother.
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Review from A L (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 January 2018
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Reply from Katrina O'Hagan, Deputy Manager at Barchester Kingfisher Lodge Care Home
Very kind comments, thank you. Your father was a lovely man and we are honoured to have been able to support him during this time.
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Review from Philip L (Son of Resident) published on 5 January 2018
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Thank you, Kingfisher.
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Thank You for this wonderful feedback and also for the recommendation. I have shared your review with the Kingfisher Team.
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Review from W H (Relative of Resident) published on 13 September 2017
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The atmosphere is very good with the happy staff.
Reply from Lesley Cole, Operations Manager at Barchester Kingfisher Lodge Care Home
Thank you for your review, the home does have a great atmosphere and fantastic views along with the dedicated staff.
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Review from John Y (Husband of Resident) published on 13 September 2017
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Thank you for your kind comments about the staff I will ensure I feed this back to them.
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Review from P L (Son of Resident) published on 13 September 2017
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I am happy that you feel that the home is pleasant and friendly, and I know the staff have a genuine love for the residents of the home.
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Review from I Y (Wife of Resident) published on 6 September 2017
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Review from Julia N (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 July 2017
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Reply from L Cole, Operations Manager at Barchester Kingfisher Lodge Care Home
Many thanks for your kind comments.
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Review from Richard C (Son of Resident) published on 26 June 2017
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Thank you for recognising the hard work that the staff have achieved over the last few months.
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Review from Kingsley D (Son of Resident) published on 23 June 2017
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I am most especially pleased to see that there is much evidence of increased openness, respect and trust between residents and all staff - including domestic, nursing, care and management. And laughter, fun and music.
I am also very pleased that the new Robin unit has been established - within the Lark Memory floor; this has brought together around a dozen of the more able and engaged residents along with a smaller body of care staff, which I believe is more stimulating and interesting for all involved.
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Thank you for your very kind review of Kingfisher Lodge. It is much appreciated and I will pass this on to the team.
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The Review Score of 9.7 (9.716) out of 10 for Barchester Kingfisher Lodge Care Home 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 35 Reviews in the last 24 months.
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 35 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.
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 4.716 for Barchester Kingfisher Lodge Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (315 Excellents x 5) + (82 Goods x 4) + (18 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 415 Ratings = 4.716
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 Kingfisher Lodge Care Home is based on 35 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 60 registered maximum number of service users is 12, which has been reached with 35 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.
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Job Title: Clinical Lead Nurse
Joined: 2021
Hello, My name is Claudia and I am the Acting General Manager Clinical Lead at Kingfisher Lodge.
My journey in caregiving began over a decade ago. For ten years, I dedicated myself as a carer, then earned my nursing qualification in 2018. Growing up without grandparents, I've always felt a deep-seated passion for ensuring the elderly and those in need receive the utmost care and support.
At Kingfisher Lodge, I maintain a close-knit relationship with both the nursing and care staff. This collaboration is pivotal in our commitment to delivering the exceptional care our residents deserve.
Whenever you're in our home, chances are you'll spot me. Please don't hesitate to say "Hello!"
Job Title: Home Administrator
Joined: 2013
Fiona is responsible for the administration of the home and works closely with the General Manager and Heads of Departments to ensure the smooth running of Kingfisher Lodge. Fiona is supported by two other members of her team, Wendy and Julie.
Fiona has been with Kingfisher Lodge since March 2013 and is a very committed member of the management team and brings a wealth of administration experience from her previous role of working for the Local Authority.
Job Title: Unit Nurse Manager
Joined: 2019
Esther is our nurse on our Memory Lane. Working with residents with dementia is Esther's speciality. Her wonderful calming nature and her extremely hard-working attitude is an assets to Kingfisher Lodge. Esther's relationship with residents and their families is genuinely special and always goes above and beyond to create a safe and enriched environment for all her residents.
Job Title: Head Chef
Hi, my name is Karen, and I am the Head Chef here at Kingfisher Lodge. I was one of the first chefs to work here at Kingfisher lodge when we first opened its doors back in 2012.
I am lucky enough to have also worked at other Barchester homes. I really enjoy not only the cooking but the life outside the kitchen in and around the home in the lounges and dining rooms, chatting and joining in singalongs and activities with all the staff.
I really do thrive from interaction with the residents and enjoy listening to suggestions and unusual things to cook. I will always surprise residents with a special meal and a birthday cake.
Job Title: Head of Maintenance
Hello, my name is Iggy and i am head of maintenance here at Kingfisher Lodge
Job Title: Maintenance Team
My role is to ensure that we maintain the whole home making sure it is a safe and warm environment. We are here for the residents and the team here at Kingfisher and are always happy to help.
Job Title: Maintenance Team
Joined: 2018
My role is to ensure that we maintain the whole home making sure it is a safe and warm environment. We are here for the residents and the team here at Kingfisher and are always happy to help.
Job Title: Team Leader Activities
Joined: 2018
George is an amazing and compassionate carer regularly going over and beyond for all the residents at Kingfisher Lodge.
Job Title: Senior Carer
Joined: 2016
Mandy joined Kingfisher in February 2016. She is loved by all residents and has great communication skills with families. Everyone loves Mandy’s stories about Wales and she often tells residents long tales from the valleys. Mandy always enjoys helping and encouraging residents to join activities or even just sit in the garden for a while.
Job Title: Senior Carer
Joined: 2016
Emily is a vibrant and joyful carer who lights up the the corridors with her infectious smile.
Job Title: Carer
Joined: 2018
Paula is an experienced and committed carer who always gives 100% for the residents and the home.
Job Title: Hostess
Joined: 2015
Hi, I am Zena and I am a hostess here at Kingfisher Lodge, and I am always happy to help.
Job Title: Weekend receptionist
Joined: 2017
Vicky has worked in serval departments at Kingfisher , she has settled now in her role as weekend receptionist.
Vicky enjoys this role as she loves to interact with family and friends of the residents.
Vicky also enjoys helping activities on a regularly basis.
Job Title: Carer
Joined: 2022
Sabina is a great carer and is very passionate about our residents and the home. She always makes sure the residents are having a good day and enjoys joining in the activities and encouraging residents to join in too. Sabina is a great allrounder and has often been seen helping all other departments.