Cooksons Court

Cooksons Orchard, Yeovil BA20 2FT
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9.8 72 Reviews
  • Cooksons Court, Yeovil
Cooksons Court is a purpose-built nursing home in Yeovil, close to the town's amenities. The architect-designed building has an attractive landscaped garden for residents and their guests to enjoy.

The home offers plenty of activities to take part in, a team of highly-trained and qualified nurses, as well as experienced care assistants to support residents around the clock.

Bedrooms are bright and spacious, with television and telephone connectivity. Cooksons Court has an onsite hairdressing salon, coffee bar, WiFi and IT facilities for residents' use.

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Care Provided by Cooksons Court

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Eating Disorders
  • Learning Disability
  • 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 65 Service Users
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
  • Care Offered
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Alzheimer's
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Cancer Care
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Neuropathic
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Prader-Willi Syndrome
  • Speech Impairment
  • Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Kristie Chubb (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (65)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (65)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2015

Funding & Fees Guide for Cooksons Court

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding

  • Cooksons Court fees are adjusted to individual care requirements.

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • 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

Cooksons Court Reviews (72)

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9.8

Cooksons Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.802) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Cooksons Court has 72 reviews.

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Review from Heather R (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When my Mum entered Cooksons Court earlier this year she was frail after hospital stays and depressed. I was very concerned for her safety as she is completely immobile and was living alone. Within a couple of days, she was a different person, rosy-cheeked and had her sense of humour back. She has settled
in really well and thoroughly enjoys the activities, especially the visiting singers and church services. Thank you!

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Review from Caroline O (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 March 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nurses at Cooksons Court are highly professional, skilled and sensitive, especially in relation to care at the end of life.
My mum and I were able to spend the last few weeks of her life in a bright, quiet, private and safe environment in a comfortable room with loving, gentle but diligent care
from all staff at the home.
When I went home at night I could completely trust my mum to their care, knowing I would be called immediately if needed.
The manager of Cooksons Court is totally committed to ensuring all aspects of residents' care are the best they can be and inspires confidence.
I will never be able to express what Cooksons Court has given me and my mum.
I am so grateful.

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Review from Caroline M (Resident) published on 9 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I stayed on the rehab unit for a week, the whole experience was amazing. I cannot thank the physio team enough for their commitment and kindness they showed me at this difficult time. Without this fantastic place and the care and kindness of the team that worked there, I would not have been as well
as I am now.

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Review from Tim S (Son of Resident) published on 17 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A lovely facility well presented with nice furnishings and fittings. Most relevant are the staff. All of whom, from the cleaner to the nursing staff and throughout all members, nothing seems to be too much trouble. They are all happy, smiling and friendly. This has been a tonic to my mum and without
doubt has aided her recovery. Cookson Court is more akin to a well managed hotel and is a credit to all who work there.

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Review from Jean H (Respite Resident) published on 23 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was resident at Cooksons Court, first in the Re-enablement unit and then for some weeks in the nursing home for respite care. In both sections, I found the accommodation comfortable and attractive and the food generally well cooked and attractive. The staff, in general, were cheerful, friendly, polite
and helpful. But I feel that lack of funding and consequent understaffing hampered their willingness to assist on several occasions. (As if you needed telling).

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Review from C T (Son of Resident) published on 9 November 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I believe this to be the finest care home in the area and probably one of the best anywhere. Modern, friendly, comfortable, reassuring with very caring and approachable staff at all levels.


Gripes? Cable for call button too short didn't reach to the chair. Pendant would be better. Air mattress not

suitable for rehab believe they will be replaced on that floor.

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Review from Colin C (Resident) published on 24 October 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My stay has been fantastic could bot have been in a better place, all due to the carers and surroundings. The staff are very friendly and polite even at times when they were short staffed they always found the time for a quick chat.

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Review from J W (Nephew of Resident) published on 13 September 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursing home is modern, extremely well equipped and displays a culture of high standards in every aspect of it's organisation. The staff appeared to know nothing but courtesy and professionalism towards both visitors and residents, equipped with plenty of laughter and humour. I was particularly
impressed with the level of care and attention given to my aunt (90 years), albeit for only a few weeks before her death.

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Review from Roy P (Resident) published on 22 August 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent in every way. My stay was a rewarding one, helped me get stronger for going home. Thanks.

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Review from Jan C (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was placed in Cooksons Court whilst awaiting an assessment following hospital discharge. She had dementia but settled in well. The staff were caring and encouraged her to talk about her life. The food was excellent and mum could choose what she wanted to eat. The facilities are amazing and
activities for residents are varied and encouraged participation. I felt happy when mum became permanent and they made me feel comfortable with her being there. Mum sadly passed away on 1st March 2016.

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Review from Pauline H (Sister of Resident) published on 24 March 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Preston Park House has moved to Cooksons Court last September. It is fabulous! The staff could not be more helpful. My sister died there yesterday and they were so attentive. They could not have done more. You should have a fabulous box to tick.

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Review from M M-B (Resident) published on 7 March 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Everything I found was first class and I had a very happy stay during my short time here.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.802)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.802) out of 10 for Cooksons Court 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 26 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 26 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 4.802 for Cooksons Court is calculated as follows: ( (247 Excellents x 5) + (52 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 303 Ratings = 4.802

  • 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 Cooksons Court is based on 26 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 65 registered maximum number of service users is 13, which has been reached with 26 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: 7 Jul 2018

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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)

Kristie

Kristie Chubb

Job Title: Registered Manager

My name is Kristie Chubb and I am the Manager at Cooksons Court. I have worked in care for over 22 years and started as a Community Support Worker providing care in the community.


I’ve gained invaluable skills, knowledge and qualifications over the years and learnt from some great Managers. These experiences have made me the Manager I am today, providing quality care to our residents and welcoming families in to our home.


Teamwork is very important to me as everyone that works at Cooksons Court has an important role to play to ensure that our residents live the life they choose. I am very passionate and proud of what we all do, and it is important to me that we continue to be the best we possibly can.