Warren Lodge

I could literally write a book instead of this review of "positive experiences," from my 1st phone call, then the visit(s), then my Mum's (My Queen) move to Warren Lodge (WL).

From Goce (Care Home Mgr) to the backroom staff and the carers themselves have been professional and caring from day 1, with real empathy and dignity to both myself and my Mum and with such positivity and happiness.

The advice/guideance from my 1st contact, and the two-way communication ongoing for both my Mum and "me" with all the WL team, has been fantastic, being honest about the "bumps in the road ahead" and managing expectations of such a delicate, precious situation when moving your 97-year-old Mum into a care home. I just couldn't be happier.

It is no surprise that many of the staff at Warren Lodge are long-term employees

Goce is truly caring, and this is radiated throughout the whole team at WL

Please keep doing/delivering what you do for my Mum/Queen

THANK YOU SO MUCH

Keith, Sara & Simon & others

I cannot thank everyone at Warren Lodge enough for the exceptional care, kindness, and compassion shown to my mum, Irina, during the last two years of her life. Although she did not speak English, the staff always found ways to communicate with her, support her in her own language whenever possible, and make her feel safe, respected, and at home. Their patience and warmth meant so much to our family. Special thanks to the manager, Goce, whose leadership created such a caring and professional environment. The home was always clean, welcoming, and filled with genuine compassion. Knowing my mum spent her final years surrounded by such dedicated people brings us great comfort. We will always be grateful to everyone at Warren Lodge for treating Irina with dignity, kindness, and respect. I wholeheartedly recommend Warren Lodge to anyone seeking outstanding care.

From the moment my daughter and I first walked through the door of Warren Lodge Care Home to have lunch with my husband, we were amazed at the light, the affection, the fun. The staff and residents seem to genuinely like, even love, each other - there is true kindness, patience and joy and I think this comes from the man at the top, who has such respect for everyone, and his staff, many of whom have been there for a decade.or more and speak of the sense of family that keeps them happy and fulfilled. There is live music and singalongs, and art days. The house and grounds are elegant and spacious (the house filled with flowers) and I really like Warren Wood which is just a few steps up the lane. The staff know everyone's names and characters and it really feels like a home from home, a new family as important as the original family. I could not recommend it more highly.

Having just attended the Warren Lodge annual Summer Garden Party, themed this year as America Day Community Picnic, I have come away once again blown away by the love, caring, tireless energy and creativeness of the whole dedicated Warren Lodge Team and the beautiful grounds too. What a special place indeed. My husband arrived in September 2024 with dementia and it soon felt like home. He visibly relaxed and relished the fun, compassion, sensitivity and stimulation the pervading calm and contented atmosphere exuded. As a family we have nothing but profound admiration for each and everyone working at Warren Lodge, appreciating the ability to visit any time always ensured of the warmest of welcomes and as we join in too with the many events and live entertainments regularly laid on for residents and visitors alike. We are confident our loved one's impending end of life will be as gentle as it is possible to be. With immeasurable gratitude we thank all the 'Angels' (what an apt word).

I have nothing but praise and thanks to the team at Warren Lodge. My Mother moved in 2.5yrs ago from hospital which we'd hoped would be temporary, but her needs increased and so she stayed. Mum is a complex individual, but the team have risen to every challenge presented with grace and patience. The staff team have taken the time to truly understand her, they genuinely respect her unique ways, show kindness and compassion at all times and ensure she feels valued and cared for. Now nearing the end of her days, I am truly touched by how well they are looking after her. Kate in particular has a very special bond with Mum, which is incredibly reassuring for us as a family. Having worked in several similar homes in my younger years, I know 'what to look out for' so to speak, and can honestly say I trust the team to provide quality care that I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to others. Thank you endlessly Warren Lodge for everything you've done and continue to do. Louise H

My father moved into Warren Lodge (WL) in January 2024 after a year of living at home with a live-in carer. I can honestly say that the staff at Warren Lodge could not have been more welcoming and sensitive. We were able to decorate his room with his own furniture and pictures on the walls. He stayed at WL for just under two years with gradually declining cognitive ability. Again the WL staff were about as caring and sensitive as they could be - they not-only treated my father well, but also welcomed any visitors that came to see him at pretty much any time of the day. They were sensitive to his medical needs; arranging chiropody, doctors appointments even mental health specialists as necessary. I mean no disrespect to his live-in carers but the care he received at WL was streets ahead of the care he received at home. One always worries about "putting one's father in a home", but I really have no regrets on the decision we made, to entrust our father's final days to WL

We highly recommend Warren Lodge and are grateful for their exceptional level of care.

It was an emotional time when our family had to make the choice to admit dad to a home. We were all very sceptical and wondered how my mum would cope, however Warren Lodge and all of the staff exceeded our expectations. Dad only resided for a month and within that time the care and emotional support we received was excellent. We were lucky enough to spend New Years Eve with dad and enjoyed singing and dancing to the dementia disco. 3 days before dad sadly passed away all our family celebrated his 90th birthday. The staff put on an amazing buffet and decorated the dining room to accommodate everyone. This was above and beyond expectations. They also arranged for a mention on the local radio. I can't praise the staff enough for all of their support and care throughout dads time with them.

I had to make a difficult decision for my mum due to myself becoming ill , Sadly she only stayed in Warren Lodge from August to November 2025 when she passed but I can honestly say even though it was hard to have her move out of her home I couldn't have asked for better care that the staff at Warren Lodge gave to my mum, Goce the manager and all the staff was so understanding, kind and patient and also gave me a warm welcome whenever I visited , I couldn't have been happier to see my mum looking so good with the care they all provided to keep my mum looking clean and well presented, and how clean the home is and the meals looked very appetising , I thank you all so much for your dedication, I would recommend anyone to go to Warren Lodge and experience the wonderful care they provide and lovely atmosphere there, thank you all so very much .

My sister has been in Warren Lodge, Finchampstead for sometime now and at first I was nervous about visiting her but there was absolutely no need for me to be. My sister is very happy, and is very well cared for and she loves the staff. Her room is lovely and she has been able to have some of her favourite things surround her. The staff are amazing, they are so welcoming each time I visit. As I live in Yorkshire my visits are infrequent nevertheless they always find us space to sit so we can visit and be with her for as long as we want. I would highly recommend you watch the videos they post, you get a real sense of the home and you can see how happy the residents are. It was her birthday at the beginning of January and it was lovely to see her birthday celebration video with all her family and staff singing to her.

My fantastic grandmother resided at Warren Lodge in the last year. We picked this home knowing it would very probably be her last after it was no longer possible for her to live independently. It is a great comfort to us that actually we had picked a truly excellent home with the most caring and expert staff. They really could support her very well with her dementia needs and being part of a small community again with the activities, made her life a lot more interesting and enjoyable but crucially a lot safer than we could have managed caring for her at home. The visits we had could be enjoyed due to excellent situation. For the last weeks during end of life care she continued to receive the best care and support, and as a family visiting we were also greatly supported. Yet at the same time we could see staff making the Christmas season special for other residents, how they are able to switch mentally and handle all situations can't be easy.

Warren Lodge offer a variety of activities, outings and entertainment - all of which mum enjoys, especially the craft sessions and sing alongs. We can't thank Warren Lodge staff enough and would recommend anyone looking for care for a loved one, to go and visit. We have found the warm welcome starts the minute the door is opened.

The staff are very caring, friendly and compassionate. Always have time to listen and help. I was unmoved about moving into a care home but have definitely made the right decision coming to Warren Lodge, Finchampstead.

Sadly my Dad has just passed away at Warren Lodge after nearly two years of superb care. Right up to the end. He was looked after so well, from the moment he went in there in Jan 2024 - he didn't want to leave. He was very comfortable. Always washed, dressed and shaved. The house and grounds are so large and beautiful. The events programme is fabulous - party's and singalongs and special themed events. I have just come back from the Christmas Lights switch on with a live singer. But it's the management and care staff that really make this a wonderful place to be in. A lot of the carers have been there for years and you can see are happy there. Which means that the residents are calm, content and well cared for. I really couldn't fault it and I'm so glad that my dad had such kind care in his last years. I will miss Warren Lodge and all the Angels that work there.

The management is excellent.

Everyone is really kind - to me but also to my wife. They explain how things are, they're very polite, everyone always greets you. Melody is always really chatty, I feel very welcome and at home when I come to visit. I've never felt restricted on when I can visit, they are always happy for you to pop in without arranging it, you're never made to feel unwelcome. My wife is always well cared for, she looks neat and tidy and smells good! she can't do anything at all for herself, so you can see she's being looked after by everyone at Warren Lodge. The events are really lovely for all the family. My wife is at the stage that she can't appreciate them but we are always invited to join in, which gives us important family time that we wouldn't otherwise get. They do a great job including us all. The interior displays on the dementia unit are really good, fun to look at, even for me! Goce, Melissa, Kate, Edith, Charne and all the team are wonderful, thank you everyone for all you do.

My mother has been a resident at Warren Lodge since early 2024 and she really has found a new lease of life since moving in. All the staff are so kind and caring, and the care provided is tailored to residents individual needs. They have lots of entertainment, with family and friends being welcomed to join in the fun! Warren Lodge isn't just a care home, it feels like home.

It was a very hard decision to place my Mum into a care home but from the first time I visited Warren Lodge I knew it was the perfect place for her. The Manager and all the staff make you feel very welcome. They are very supportive and always happy to go that extra mile to help myself and my mum. She has settled in well and is very happy here.

Fantastic attentive staff who take great care of my mum in a welcoming, homely environment. There are lots of family events with music and entertainment. Its reassuring to know mum is happy at Warren Lodge and is being well cared for.

It took me a while to find a suitable care home for my mother, when I found Warren Lodge an amazing home. The manager was welcoming and really cares for the residents. The staff are excellent and very caring. I am made to feel most welcome. The events are very good and families are more than welcome to join in. My mother is well cared for and I am happy to have found this amazing care home.