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Review of
Tonbridge House Care Home
from L L (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 April 2025

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My mum, a resident of Tonbridge House, and my family have been very impressed by the superb entertainment organised there.
From Christmas singing with fizz and delicious food, to St Patrick's Day Irish dancing displays, and most recently, a wonderful Mother's Day tea party to rival a posh restaurant!

We enjoy every special event and look forward to the VE Day 80th party in May! Every event is carefully managed by the hardworking, amazing entertainment sisters who spread joy and cheer to all! Thank you.

Reply from Gerard Balo, Home Manager at Tonbridge House Care Home

What marvellous feedback! I am glad you enjoy our events, and we look forward to celebrating with you at the next one.

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Review of
Cavell Park Care Home
from H H (Resident) published on 21 April 2025

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My two daughters reviewed several care homes to look after me while my house was being repaired. I was most surprised at the total facilities available and I am pleased with with result. I would recommend this company.

Reply from Gemma Fryer, Home Manager at Cavell Park Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. It was a pleasure to have you with us, and we do hope you will visit again soon.

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Review of
Tonbridge House Care Home
from Sarah R (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 18 April 2025

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We visit my mother-in-law every week and we are always greeted with smiles from the staff. Everyone is so kind and helpful. The activities staff are amazing and so inventive with their themes for the parties. They are always so pleased to see family members. The food the kitchen provides for these occasions

is outstanding! We always make sure we have plenty of spaces for the cakes. We couldn't wish for a better place for Mother-in-law to live her last years.

Reply from Gerard Balo, Home Manager at Tonbridge House Care Home

Thank you for your marvellous feedback - I will be sure to share it with our lovely kitchen team!

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Review of
Tonbridge House Care Home
from Claire K (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 April 2025

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An amazing care home, the staff are so friendly and understanding to both resident and family. We had an 80th for Mum in the private dining room, the food was amazing, the catering team went above and beyond. We never worry about Mum as know she is so well cared for and there is always great entertainment

for her to get involved with every day.

Reply from Gerard Balo, Home Manager at Tonbridge House Care Home

It fills me with pride to read your wonderful review. It is incredibly rewarding to hear you are comfortable and content leaving your mum in our care. It is a pleasure to have her with us.

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Review of
Tonbridge House Care Home
from Gary K (Son of Resident) published on 11 April 2025

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My mother arrived at Tonbridge House in November 2024. Right from the start she was made to feel comfortable and welcome. She has found all members of staff to be kind and helpful, and all queries from myself and my wife on various matters have been answered promptly and efficiently.
Her en suite room

is light and pleasant and is always kept spotlessly clean, as are all the attractive common areas of the care home and the gardens.
At mealtimes, there is a choice of dishes with the option of a lighter or snack meal if this is preferred. All have been enjoyed.
My thanks to all concerned for facilitating my mother's transition to living in residential care.

Reply from Gerard Balo, Home Manager at Tonbridge House Care Home

It is brilliant to hear that both yourself and your mother have felt welcome at Tonbridge House from the beginning and that your mother has transitioned well into life at our home.

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Review of
Cavell Park Care Home
from Barbara A (Friend of Resident) published on 31 March 2025

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Cavell Park Care Home is, without a doubt, the nicest care home I have ever visited. The premises are like a 5-star hotel. The staff (all of them) were absolutely delightful, extremely helpful and always available. I visited with two other friends and we had lunch in the private dining room. Food was

absolutely delicious and our waitress charming. I have no hesitation in recommending Cavell Park for all the attributes referred to above!

Reply from Gemma Fryer, Home Manager at Cavell Park Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. It is great to hear you enjoyed lunch in our private dining room. Do come and visit us again soon!

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Review of
Cavell Park Care Home
from J F (Respite Resident) published on 17 March 2025

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During my stay at Cavell Park I was treated with respect and kindness and should I need care in the future I would go there again.

Reply from Gemma Fryer, Home Manager at Cavell Park Care Home

It is great to hear you felt cared for during your time with us. Do get in touch if we can assist you in the future.

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Review of
Cavell Park Care Home
from L B (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 March 2025

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My mother was looked after extremely well by the staff. The atmosphere throughout the nursing home was so warm and friendly together with the care given to both residents and guests. The highly recommend Cavell Park and cant thank them enough for the care they gave my mother whilst she was there.

Reply from Gemma Fryer, Home Manager at Cavell Park Care Home

Thank you for your kind feedback. It fills me with pride to hear you would recommend our home and team to others.

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Review of
Cavell Park Care Home
from Michelle R (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2025

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Our mum and dad have just joined Cavell Park a few days ago. Words fail me to express our gratitude towards all the staff and residents for making them feel so welcome and at home. Leaving your home of 63 years to move into a new one is extremely hard, and settling is not easy.
To say Cavell Park is

like a 5-star hotel does not do it justice, because a hotel stay in wonderful surroundings with amazing food would not also bring the level of care provided from every member of the team there, whatever their role. The energy of the place is nothing short of incredible. The management is superb. To the manager, you run the place with your heart and you can see that running through every single member of your team. Nothing is too much trouble and it is so clear to see you are all there because you want to be and because you love looking after others.
I cannot recommend Cavell Park enough. I had no idea care homes could be this good! I would actually happily move in myself. Thank you all so much.

Reply from Gemma Fryer, Home Manager at Cavell Park Care Home

Thank you for leaving us such a kind review. It is a pleasure to have your parents with us, and I am thrilled to hear our home has exceeded your expectations.

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Review of
Cavell Park Care Home
from Helen T (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2025

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Our experience with Cavell Park Care Home has been excellent overall. Staff members get to know residents and their relatives as individuals. Everyone is treated with respect. The food is excellent. We had a lovely family meal in the private dining room. My father needs lots of encouragement to join

in activities but has enjoyed musical performances. He also likes going to the cafe with family members.

Reply from Gemma Fryer, Home Manager at Cavell Park Care Home

I am glad to hear your father enjoys life at Cavell Park and that you are happy with our home.

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Review of
Cavell Park Care Home
from Angela B (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 23 January 2025

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Excellent experience.
Very impressed.
Every need catered for.
Was apprehensive about going to a care home but Cavell Park has changed my mind.
Family love the home.
Beautiful room.

Reply from Gemma Fryer, Home Manager at Cavell Park Care Home

It is fantastic to hear you have settled into life at Cavell Park, despite your understandable initial apprehension. It is a pleasure to have you with us.

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Review of
Cavell Park Care Home
from Vanessa S (Niece of Resident) published on 23 January 2025

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Excellent experience from enquiry call to my aunt's admission which was an emergency. Excellent advice and treatment.

Reply from Gemma Fryer, Home Manager at Cavell Park Care Home

I am glad to hear we were able to assist you and your aunt at such short notice.

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Review of
Cavell Park Care Home
from Alec P (Son of Resident) published on 15 January 2025

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I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to the wonderful team at Cavell Park for the exceptional care they provided to my father during his time there. From the moment he arrived, the staff became an extension of his family, treating him with the utmost dignity and respect. They made him feel valued

and cared for in a way that truly touched us. The team also created a joyful, lighthearted atmosphere, always taking the time to laugh and joke with him, something that was incredibly important to him. The Hawaiian themed garden party was such a delight and we will treasure that special memory. These moments of warmth and happiness made a real impact. Thank you for making such a difference in his life.

Reply from Gemma Fryer, Home Manager at Cavell Park Care Home

Thank you for taking a moment to leave us a review during such a difficult time. It was our honour to care for your father and be a part of his life, and I am sure your heartfelt words will bring comfort to the members of our team who cared for him. Please know you are always welcome at Cavell Park.

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Review of
Cavell Park Care Home
from Sarah C (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 January 2025

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My mother had a respite stay as a break following her recent bereavement, She was unsure whether she wanted to remain living by herself, or have others around all the time. She was anxious about whether this was the right thing to do, but the staff were so friendly and helpful and put her at ease and

encouraged her to make contact with others and get involved in some of the activities.
Not all the activities were her first choice, at least they were available and got her involved in something different in an attempt to give her a more positive outlook. The food was lovely, with a good level of choice.
It was good that her local friends could also visit when they wanted, and that they could take her out; they too were welcomed.
Whilst she enjoyed the stay at Cavell Park, it's still too early for that final move. The plan is to wait a little longer for life to settle down before deciding where home will be, and consider short holiday breaks in the meantime.

Reply from Gemma Fryer, Home Manager at Cavell Park Care Home

Thank you for taking a moment to leave us a review. I am glad to hear your mother enjoyed her time with us despite her initial uncertainty and that our team were able to reassure her. We completely understand the need to take the transition slowly, so please know that your mother is always welcome at Cavell Park, whether for a catch up over coffee and cake or another short break.

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Review of
Tonbridge House Care Home
from Jonathan C (Son of Resident) published on 26 December 2024

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Where to start after so many brilliant reviews echoing what my 92 year old mother, my family and I have experienced here. Mum has needed our care for the past 10 years at home with the last two years being really tough. She's been chair-bound since 2022, needing hoists and is now in the grips of dementia.

She sat in her chair all day unable even to watch tv anymore and cried. I was burnt out. Walking into Tonbridge House Care Home without an appointment, I was immediately welcomed, listened to, briefed on what care would involve and then shown round this fresh modern happy place. I looked at 5 other homes but Tonbridge House stood out from the start. Mum received the same welcome when she moved in with the cheery compassionate staff responding to her anxieties and unique personality. The quality of care, meals and activities have transformed Mum. We are always welcome during our frequent visits and the staff care as much about us as my mother. Nothing is too much trouble. Highly recommended.

Reply from Gerard Balo, Home Manager at Tonbridge House Care Home

Thank you for taking a moment to leave such a complimentary and heartfelt review. We know that moving a loved one into a care setting is no easy decision, so I am glad to hear our team were able to assist you through the process. It is a pleasure to have your mum with us.

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Review of
Cavell Park Care Home
from Jayne S (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 November 2024

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My mum came in for respite and really enjoyed her stay. She was very anxious, however she was made to feel very welcome. She very much enjoyed the food which was amazing and a glass off wine in the evenings. Beautiful surroundings and very homely with lots of cosy seating areas to relax in with visiting

family and friends.
Very friendly and helpful staff on hand 24/7, nothing was too much trouble. It gave my mum a well needed rest and us as a family.

Reply from Gemma Fryer, Home Manager at Cavell Park Care Home

It is brilliant to hear your mum enjoyed her respite stay. It was a pleasure to have her with us, and I am glad we were able to calm her nerves so that she could truly embrace all that Cavell Park has to offer.

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Review of
Tonbridge House Care Home
from A M (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 November 2024

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Staff at Tonbridge House are skilled, knowledgeable, and also very caring, kind, and compassionate. It is very touching and humbling to see. Those on the first floor, with residents with dementia, have a good understanding of the challenges this condition brings and make every effort to support people

to be as independent as possible and to listen and respond to them in a friendly and appropriate way. My mother arrived there from the hospital, quite weak and unable to walk, but with gentle support from the staff, she was able to get back on her feet and regain some of her independence. The catering staff also do a great job, preparing lovely meals and treats. Residents and their families can also go to the nice cafe on the ground floor or out into the pretty garden. Many engaging and fun events are arranged by the Events team, which bring a lot of joy and entertainment. Praise is also due to the friendly reception staff and those keeping residents' rooms and clothes so nice.

Reply from Gerard Balo, Home Manager at Tonbridge House Care Home

Thank you for your five star review. It fills me with pride to hear you are happy with all aspects of life at Tonbridge House and that we were able to assist your mother in gaining some of her independence back, which we know is incredibly important to our residents and their loved ones.

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Review of
Tonbridge House Care Home
from Karen W (Wife of Resident) published on 13 November 2024

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The minute we walked through the doors at Tonbridge house we were made very welcoming a lovely calm atmosphere.
During my husband's stay on floor one the whole team showed empathy, patience and smiling.
The rooms are lovely not too complicated for my husband who has Alzheimer's.
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very good at stimulating the brain.
I would certainly recommend anyone putting their loved ones here to give it a try I will certainly return for more respite for my husband and I know he will be warm safe and happy also less worry for me.

Reply from Gerard Balo, Home Manager at Tonbridge House Care Home

It is fantastic to hear your husband's stay was beneficial for both of you and that our team made you feel welcome.

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Review of
Cavell Park Care Home
from D B (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 October 2024

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Whenever we have visited Cavell Park Care Home the staff have always had a smile on their face. Friendly and helpful.

Reply from Gemma Fryer, Home Manager at Cavell Park Care Home

Thank you for your kind feedback. You are always welcome at Cavell Park!

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Review of
Cavell Park Care Home
from T S (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 24 September 2024

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Mother-in-law moved in after a failed first attempt at a care home. She's been here a few weeks now and has settled so well. She says "We have chosen well.". As a family, we have visited a number of times and have been welcomed by name and made to feel so comfortable.
It's such a treat to visit the

coffee lounge, it makes us feel as if we have taken our relative out for coffee. Nothing is too much trouble "a glass of wine perhaps", is such a treat. So happy with our choice.

Reply from Gemma Fryer, Home Manager at Cavell Park Care Home

I am glad to hear your mother-in-law has settled well into life at Cavell Park and that you are comfortable too when visiting.

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