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Review of
Acacia Lodge
from Jacky N (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

My mum has been here just over a week and has been welcomed into the home with open arms.
The management and all staff cannot do enough for my mum and also reassured me that she will be fine as you can imagine I was very upset that mum was having to go into a residential home .
Acacia Lodge is such

a happy and friendly place and I would highly recommend to anyone who is in the same situation that I was in .
I feel so much better now knowing mum is being looked after 24/7 in such a beautiful home and by amazing management and staff . I am so pleased I chose this home for mum I cannot thank them enough the way they are looking after my mum.

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, on behalf of the team at Acacia LodgeThank you for sharing such a heartfelt review. It's wonderful to hear how warmly your mum has been welcomed at Acacia Lodge and that the team have helped put your mind at ease during what can be an emotional transition. Knowing you feel reassured and confident in the care she's receiving means a great deal to everyone here. Your recommendation is sincerely appreciated.

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Review of
Stowford House
from Wendy B (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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I cannot speak highly enough again for the staff at Stowford; looking after my mother in another difficult situation and resolving the problems that she was facing. The thought and care shown by everyone involved is very reassuring to our family.
They constantly show how they listen and meet my parents

individual needs, which have been numerous and various since they moved into the Home in June.
I also really appreciate how after just a few months, every visit I am welcomed by the staff and I feel part of the Stowford family. Each member of staff I speak to has a good understanding of my parents and I do like to hear all their updates.

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, on behalf of the team at Stowford HouseThank you for taking the time to write such a considered review. It's clear how much you value the way the team at Stowford House respond to your parents' changing needs, and we're glad their thoughtful approach has offered real reassurance during some challenging moments. Hearing that you now feel part of the Stowford House community, and that staff know your parents well enough to share meaningful updates, is especially appreciated. Your feedback will mean a great deal to the whole team.

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Review of
Stowford House
from Iain W (Son of Resident) published on 26 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My Dad has been at Stowford for six months now. I chose Stowford because Shamek the deputy manager actually took the time to visit my Dad and assess his needs - he was in hospital in Marlborough. Other care home made a phone call.
The care has been very good and personal to my Dad's needs.
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like the fact that upstairs is for people with milder dementia and downstairs is for residents with more advanced care needs.
I highly recommend Shamek and the home.

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, on behalf of the team at Stowford HouseThank you for sharing your thoughtful feedback. We're glad to hear your dad has settled well at Stowford and that the personalised approach taken by Shamek and the team made such a difference from the outset. It's wonderful to know you feel confident in the care he is receiving, and your recommendation is very much appreciated.

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Review of
Abbeycrest Nursing Home
from Mike W (Friend of Resident) published on 20 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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The care home has a lovely calmness, which you feel as soon as you enter. The staff and residents are friendly and take time out of their day to engage with you in conversation.
Had a lovely conversation with the manager Sue.

Reply from Nicole Howarth, on behalf of the team at Abbeycrest Nursing HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that you felt the calm and welcoming atmosphere at Abbeycrest. Our team works hard to ensure every resident and visitor feels valued and engaged, so it's wonderful to know this was reflected in your visit. I really enjoyed our conversation as well and appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

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Review of
Acacia Lodge
from Andrew W (Son of Resident) published on 14 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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I am very impressed with the care, dignity and warmth my mother has received over the last year. She has settled in so well and loves the position of her room in the corner as she has plenty to see from her window.
She often talks about the excellent care she receives from the staff, and we have also

observed this. The home is kept to a high standard of cleanliness, and recently there has been an upgrade of the lounges, kitchens and some rooms with a lot of thought gone into displaying a homely feel. We know Mother is well cared for here. A great choice!! Thank you.

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, on behalf of the team at Acacia LodgeThank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear that your mother feels so at home and well cared for, and that she enjoys her lovely room and the view from her window. It's wonderful to know that the recent improvements and the team's dedication have made such a positive difference - your reassurance means a great deal to us all.

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Review of
Huntercombe Hall Care Home
from D B (Son of Resident) published on 14 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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My mother could not be in a better place than Huntercombe Hall. The staff are amazing, I go away and redefine what the word 'good' means, they are it! Cheers.

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, on behalf of the team at Huntercombe Hall Care HomeThank you for your kind words. We're so pleased to hear how happy you and your mother are with the care at Huntercombe Hall. The team will be delighted to know their hard work and kindness mean so much.

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Review of
Huntercombe Hall Care Home
from B C (Son of Resident) published on 31 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My father was a resident at Huntercombe for two years up until his passing. The kindness, care and attention he received was exemplary. With such a wonderful building, decor and surroundings it provides a lovely atmosphere. The family enjoyed visiting and and seeing him well cared for. It's very humbling

to see the compassion and patience of all the staff. We will always be thankful in knowing that Dad was in the best hands for his final years.

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, on behalf of the team at Huntercombe Hall Care HomeThank you for sharing such a moving and thoughtful review. We are truly honoured to have cared for your father during his time at Huntercombe Hall. Your kind words about our team's compassion and dedication mean so much to us all. It's heartwarming to know that you and your family felt reassured and supported, and that your father's final years were spent in comfort and dignity, surrounded by kindness.

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Review of
Stowford House
from S B (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Stowford House is a very nice care home for the elderly. The staff are very friendly and caring to residents and families. We are always invited to join in with care home activities if we are able! My mum enjoys the activities and looks forward to craft, quizzes and games. I would definitely recommend

Stowford House, well done to all.

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, on behalf of the team at Stowford HouseThank you for sharing this lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear that your mum enjoys the activities at Stowford House and looks forward to taking part - craft, quizzes and games are such wonderful ways to stay engaged and have fun. It's also wonderful to know that you feel welcomed and supported by the team when you visit. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we will pass on your kind words to the whole team.

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Review of
Abbeycrest Nursing Home
from Elaine F (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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My mother spent a week in the care home whilst I was away on holiday. All the staff I encountered were very friendly and polite. My mother has a positive experience and was very happy to return to the home for day care which we plan to do one day a week for respite care. Would recommend Abbeycrest without

hesitation.

Reply from Nicole Howarth, on behalf of the team at Abbeycrest Nursing HomeMany thanks for your positive review. We're so pleased to hear your mother had a positive experience during her stay with us, and it's wonderful that she's happy to return for respite care. Our team works hard to create a welcoming environment, so your kind words mean a lot. Your wonderful comments have been passed on to the team, who will be delighted to hear your feedback.

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Review of
Oaken Holt Nursing and Residential Home
from D B (Niece of Resident) published on 21 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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From our initial meeting at Oaken Holt, we as a family are so happy our uncle, who was struggling at home, needing more care, moved there.
Nothing was or is too much trouble. In less than a year my uncle has become less frail, less anxious, put on weight and loves the food, activities and the staff.

Oaken Holt is so open to visitors with Adrian on the desk being a face so welcoming. But beyond that. All staff are so lovely and accommodating to family members also. I am kept up to date with weekly emails. Also invited to events held there! It's a family. In short my uncle is well, checked by nursing staff, doctors and so many more services offered. But more importantly he is thriving! He's happy, laughs, tells me stories of his days as they've been so great with entertainment being laid on all the time. It's a respectful, clean and homely home for those lucky enough to live there.

Reply from Nicole Howarth, on behalf of the team at Oaken Holt Nursing and Residential HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that your uncle is receiving such great care at Oaken Holt. Knowing that he is happy and enjoying the food and activities means everything to us. We're also so pleased that you and your family feel welcomed and supported. Your wonderful comments have been passed on to the team, who will be delighted to hear your feedback.

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Review of
Tall Trees
from Philip T (Son of Resident) published on 21 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My father in law moved in to Tall Trees in September and we have been blown away by the experience that we have all had there so far. Nothing is too much trouble for the lovely staff and there is constant care and attention on offer. We are lucky enough to be able to visit almost daily and feel welcome

and comfortable when we do so. There is a private lounge area if you come with a bigger group and we have even enjoyed the private dining room for a Sunday lunch together with all of our family. What is really striking though is the commitment to the individual and an understanding that every resident has a unique character and different needs - this is extremely well catered for. The management and administration team are responsive and helpful, especially at first when everything is new and confusing. When we were first considering Tall Trees I sent an email enquiry at 6pm one evening and received a callback that same evening, which surprised me. All in all its been a brilliant start.

Reply from Nicole Howarth, on behalf of the team at Tall TreesThank you for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We're happy to hear that your father-in-law is receiving such great care at Tall Trees and that your experience has been so positive. It's lovely to know he is settling in well and that you and your family feel welcome and supported during your visits. We're especially pleased that you've been able to enjoy special moments together using the private lounge and dining areas. Your wonderful comments have been passed on to the team, who will be delighted to hear your feedback.

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Review of
Oaken Holt Nursing and Residential Home
from Maggie C (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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This was dad's third stay for respite care at Oaken Holt. He has previously had respite care in a different county, and so is familiar with being in a care home.
He said that he settled immediately into Oaken Holt, and felt very at home there. He described all the staff as very lovely. He enjoyed

all the meals he had there, and enjoyed taking part in the different activities on offer.
I did not have to worry about dad at all whilst he was there as I knew he was being very well cared for.
A big thank you to all the staff there.

Reply from Nicole Howarth, on behalf of the team at Oaken Holt Nursing and Residential HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We're happy to hear that dad received such great care during his respite stay at Oaken Holt, felt at home with us, and enjoyed the meals and activities. It was a pleasure to support him, and we're delighted he'll be returning in December. I will pass on your kind comments to the whole team.

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Review of
Oaken Holt Nursing and Residential Home
from Linda F (Wife of Resident) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My Husband moved into Oaken Holt on 02 August 2025 - having been treated in hospital for 12 days, following a massive seizure, which sadly has left him with immobility, incontinence and progression of his illness, Glioblastoma Brain Cancer Stage 4.
The last 2 months have been a difficult time for us

all to adjust to him being in a nursing home - but what a lovely place to be, he enjoys the care staff interacting with him, they are so kind, they understand his sense of humour.
The food is great - it seems the residents are continually eating, Breakfast, mid morning snack, 3 course lunch, afternoon tea and cake, 3 course supper and a late night snack if required.
They even feed me when I am visiting over one of these periods of time.
Our little dog Rae is a daily visitor with me and they all love her too.
Just one 'downside' for us is they do not have a 'Bath' - my husband loved a bath at home, he is showered and washed with great care, but he often says 'Can I have a bath at home soon'

Reply from Nicole Howarth, on behalf of the team at Oaken Holt Nursing and Residential HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We appreciate how challenging the past few months have been for you and your family, and we're grateful that you feel your husband is receiving such great care at Oaken Holt. It's lovely to hear that he enjoys the interactions with our team and that both you and Rae feel so welcome during your visits. Regarding the bath, we completely understand how much this means to your husband. While Oaken Holt doesn't have an assisted bath on-site, we're pleased to share that Wytham House, part of the Oaken Holt Estate, does have this facility. We've arranged for our care team to accompany him there, so he can enjoy a relaxing bath. Your wonderful comments have been passed on to the team, who will be delighted to hear your feedback.

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Review of
Acacia Lodge
from Daphne D (Power of Attorney of Resident) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Each time I visit Acacia Lodge, I am met with smiling faces on staff, no matter what level they are. The staff have time to communicate with residents and visitors, and the care provided is tailored to meet the needs of the individual. Lovely calm atmosphere, the food choices are good and well prepared

and presented.

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, on behalf of the team at Acacia LodgeThank you for your lovely review. We're so pleased to hear that you always feel a warm welcome when visiting Acacia Lodge and that our team's friendly approach and person-centred care shine through. It's wonderful to know you appreciate the calm atmosphere and the quality of our meals - your kind words mean a lot to everyone here.

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Review of
Acacia Lodge
from Colin P (Husband of Resident) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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As a family, we carefully reviewed the three care homes in Henley. One proved too expensive, and the other two, Acacia Lodge, was a clear winner. The management and staff were well established and projected a warm and very caring ambience. My wife has enjoyed well appointed bedroom, and a sound array

of facilities together with an admirably varied and tasty choice of food (far better than I was able to provide at home!).

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, on behalf of the team at Acacia LodgeThank you for taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback. We're so pleased to hear that Acacia Lodge stood out as the right choice for your wife and that she's enjoying her comfortable surroundings, delicious meals and the warm, caring atmosphere our team takes such pride in creating. Your kind words mean a great deal to everyone here.

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Review of
Acacia Lodge
from Pamela S (Wife of Resident) published on 10 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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I am very impresses with the care and compation that they give to client and family.
They truely helped me through a very traumatic time having to put my husband in care as i could no longer health issues and body strength cope and do things for him.
After 50 years of marriage this was and still

is hard mentaly.
One of the best things is i can go any time of day, as i only live 15 minutes walk away this is a godsend.
Full marks to ALL STAFF from office to cleaners.

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, on behalf of the team at Acacia LodgeThank you for sharing such heartfelt words. We truly appreciate your trust during what has clearly been a very emotional time. Our team is honoured to care for your husband and to support you both with compassion and understanding. Knowing that you feel welcomed and reassured means so much to us all.

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Review of
Acacia Lodge
from Betty T (Resident) published on 6 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Kindness is the greatest gift that anyone can have. I moved into Acacia Lodge a week ago today, and the kindness I have received and am still receiving is heartwarming and quite wonderful. I'm in my nineties and have happily lived independently for over 50 years. I have crippling arthritis. Last Monday

I fell on my back - the worst pain. Time to go into a care home. Acacia Lodge said that I could move in. I love my new forever home - the best ever.

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, on behalf of the team at Acacia LodgeThank you so much for sharing such a heartfelt review. It's truly wonderful to hear how warmly you've been welcomed into Acacia Lodge and that the kindness of the team has made such a positive difference during this important transition. We're delighted that you already feel so at home and supported - creating a caring, nurturing environment where every resident feels valued is exactly what we strive for. Your words mean a great deal to the whole team.

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Review of
Acacia Lodge
from J D (Friend of Resident) published on 30 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Friend returned to the care home for palliative care after 3 weeks in hospital. She had been in the home for over 10 years. In three days of returning from the hospital to passing away, the staff could not have been kinder or more helpful, also, when returning to sort her room, was only met with help

and kindness.

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, On behalf of the team at Acacia LodgeThank you for sharing such thoughtful words during what must have been a difficult time. We're truly grateful for your kind reflections on the care and support your friend received. The team at Acacia Lodge take great pride in providing compassionate, dignified care, and it means a lot to know their kindness made a difference to you and your friend.

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Review of
Huntercombe Hall Care Home
from Denise H (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 30 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My Mother in law was with you for dementia care, she was happy there, the staff were all very kind and very fond of her, we visited on a regular basis she was always dressed smartly and looked well cared for.
she enjoyed her coffee and cakes and ate her meals well, sometimes she had two breakfasts.
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had a good relationship with the nurses and carers and other staff, she had a good sense of humor and staff interacted well with her.
she loved to sit and look out into the gardens and walk around inside the house to get her exercise.
she liked to sit near the reception area as she enjoyed being with people.
The staff were very patient with her and calmed her when she became agitated.
We found Huntercombe to be a very homely care home and a wonderful building.
It was always good to see the residence and staff when they joined in and dressed up for events, she enjoyed the music and activities.
As a family we were cared with her when she was passing.

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, On behalf of the team at Huntercombe Hall Care HomeThank you so much for sharing such a thoughtful and heartfelt message. It's truly touching to hear about your mother-in-law's time with us and the meaningful connections she built with the team. We're so pleased that she felt happy, well cared for, and at home here at Huntercombe Hall.Moments like enjoying coffee and cake, spending time in the gardens, and sharing her sense of humour with those around her reflect exactly the warm and supportive environment we strive to create. It means a great deal to know that your family felt supported, especially during her final days.Thank you for trusting us with her care - it was a privilege to be part of her life and to support your family.

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Review of
Huntercombe Hall Care Home
from O V (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Really enjoyed the circus summer fete and my mother had the best time ever! The team are really great here, they really make the residents lives meaningful. The manager is always kind and attentive .Thank you for the wonderful day!

Reply from Stuart Lamacraft, On behalf of the team at Huntercombe Hall Care HomeThank you for your kind words and for joining us at the circus-themed summer fete. We're so pleased to hear your mother had such a wonderful time - events like these are all about creating joyful, meaningful moments for our residents and their families. Your feedback about the team and manager is greatly appreciated and will be shared with everyone involved.

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