Broadmead Rest Home
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds38
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia, Mental health conditions
- Last inspected2018-12-20
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Families visiting here notice how carers respond quickly when residents need help. The friendly atmosphere comes through in the way staff interact with everyone, making practical support feel natural rather than clinical.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth55
- Compassion & dignity55
- Cleanliness55
- Activities & engagement50
- Food quality50
- Healthcare50
- Management & leadership60
- Resident happiness55
What inspectors found
Inspected 2018-12-20
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the December 2018 inspection and that rating was maintained at the July 2023 review. No specific details about training content, care plan quality, GP access, or nutritional care are recorded in the available published text. The home is registered to care for people with dementia, which means dementia-specific training and care planning are relevant areas to explore.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the December 2018 inspection and that rating was confirmed at the July 2023 data review. The published findings include no direct observations of staff interactions, no quotes from residents or relatives, and no specific descriptions of how dignity and privacy are maintained. The rating itself signals that inspectors were satisfied, but the evidence behind it is not visible in the published summary.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the December 2018 inspection, and that rating was maintained at the July 2023 data review. No information about the activities programme, individual engagement plans, complaint handling, or end-of-life care is available in the published summary. The home cares for people with dementia, which makes individual responsiveness particularly important.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the December 2018 inspection and that rating was confirmed at the July 2023 data review. Mrs Stephanie Read is the registered manager and Mr Jabriel Raja is the nominated individual. The published findings do not describe the manager's visibility, the governance processes in place, how staff are supported, or how the home handles feedback and complaints. The named leadership structure is confirmed, but no qualitative detail is available.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home cares for adults of all ages, with particular experience supporting people with dementia and mental health conditions. For those living with dementia, the team understands the importance of maintaining routines and providing consistent, patient care in familiar surroundings. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Broadmead Rest Home holds a Good rating across all five inspection domains, but the published report contains very little specific detail, meaning the score reflects confirmed ratings rather than rich observational evidence. Families should treat this as a baseline and gather their own evidence on a visit.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families visiting here notice how carers respond quickly when residents need help. The friendly atmosphere comes through in the way staff interact with everyone, making practical support feel natural rather than clinical.
What inspectors have recorded
How it sits against good practice
Why not arrange a visit to see if Broadmead could be the right place for your family member?
Worth a visit
Broadmead Rest Home, located in Newbury, Berkshire, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last full inspection in December 2018. That rating was reviewed against available data in July 2023, and inspectors found no evidence to change it. The home is registered to care for up to 38 people, including those living with dementia and mental health conditions, and has a named registered manager in post. The main limitation here is straightforward: the published inspection findings contain very little specific detail. There are no recorded observations of staff interactions, no resident or relative quotes, and no description of the environment, food, or activities. A Good rating is a meaningful baseline, but it was awarded against a December 2018 inspection, which is now several years old. Before making a decision, visit the home at a mealtime or during an activity session, ask to see staffing rotas for the past two weeks, and find out how the home has changed since 2018.
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In Their Own Words
How Broadmead Rest Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Friendly carers in well-kept Newbury home where standards matter
Broadmead Rest Home – Expert Care in Newbury
Finding the right care home means knowing your loved one will be comfortable and well looked after. Broadmead Rest Home in Newbury offers a clean, orderly environment where friendly carers help residents with their daily needs. The home welcomes people of all ages, including those living with dementia or mental health conditions.
Who they care for
The home cares for adults of all ages, with particular experience supporting people with dementia and mental health conditions.
For those living with dementia, the team understands the importance of maintaining routines and providing consistent, patient care in familiar surroundings.
“Why not arrange a visit to see if Broadmead could be the right place for your family member?”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Broadmead Rest Home holds a Good rating across all five inspection domains, but the published report contains very little specific detail, meaning the score reflects confirmed ratings rather than rich observational evidence. Families should treat this as a baseline and gather their own evidence on a visit.
Homes in South East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families visiting here notice how carers respond quickly when residents need help. The friendly atmosphere comes through in the way staff interact with everyone, making practical support feel natural rather than clinical.
What inspectors have recorded
How it sits against good practice
Why not arrange a visit to see if Broadmead could be the right place for your family member?
Worth a visit
Broadmead Rest Home, located in Newbury, Berkshire, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last full inspection in December 2018. That rating was reviewed against available data in July 2023, and inspectors found no evidence to change it. The home is registered to care for up to 38 people, including those living with dementia and mental health conditions, and has a named registered manager in post. The main limitation here is straightforward: the published inspection findings contain very little specific detail. There are no recorded observations of staff interactions, no resident or relative quotes, and no description of the environment, food, or activities. A Good rating is a meaningful baseline, but it was awarded against a December 2018 inspection, which is now several years old. Before making a decision, visit the home at a mealtime or during an activity session, ask to see staffing rotas for the past two weeks, and find out how the home has changed since 2018.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Broadmead Rest Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Broadmead Rest Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Friendly carers in well-kept Newbury home where standards matter
Broadmead Rest Home – Expert Care in Newbury
Finding the right care home means knowing your loved one will be comfortable and well looked after. Broadmead Rest Home in Newbury offers a clean, orderly environment where friendly carers help residents with their daily needs. The home welcomes people of all ages, including those living with dementia or mental health conditions.
Who they care for
The home cares for adults of all ages, with particular experience supporting people with dementia and mental health conditions.
For those living with dementia, the team understands the importance of maintaining routines and providing consistent, patient care in familiar surroundings.
The home & environment
The home keeps both private rooms and shared spaces clean and tidy. Families appreciate seeing their loved ones in well-maintained surroundings, with activities available for those who want to join in.
“Why not arrange a visit to see if Broadmead could be the right place for your family member?”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
