Little Oaks Residential Home

I enjoyed my 3 week stay at Little Oaks. They put me back on my feet again after my stay in hospital. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff and what every they did for me they always said 'your welcome' with a lovely smile.

Little Oaks was recommended to me by a couple of friends and we used for 10 days of respite for my mother while we were away.

She was a lot happier to be around people and settled in quickly.

The room was adequate and would need some TLC if this was a long term arrangement but the kindness of the carers is more important than the standard of the room in my opinion.

My mother in law is happy living there and loves the staff. She seems to feel safe and enjoys having people around her all the time.

Mum has been at little oaks for a year. This has changed all our lives for the better. She is more engaged and feels safe as has staff around her 24/7 and the activities co-ordinator Sam does some calm but thoughtful activities so she doesn't feel forced to take part. She sees a dr when needed and has great banter with her favourite members of staff. Little Oaks was the perfect choice for us. I am grateful everyday for the kindness and patience of the staff and manager Teresa. Thank you

We were struggling to find respite somewhere for our mother after a period of time in hospital over the Christmas and New Year period. When we came across Little Oaks, Teresa and her team made the whole process in relocating mum over 100 miles away very easy and straightforward. From the very first moment I was showed around the home through to meeting the team on site and my discussions with Teresa it became very clear that out of all of the homes I had visited in the local vicinity, Little Oaks was clearly the one that had the exceptional care and made every effort to communicate and discuss the process with us.

I would not hesitate to recommend Little Oaks.

I genuinely do not believe my mother would still be here if not for her moving to Little Oaks when she did. She is as happy as anyone could be with this awful disease and she is safe - I couldn't ask for more.

Little Oaks is super clean & tidy. Yet really homely with a calm relaxed atmosphere.

My mum was at Little Oaks for 5 months until June and I cannot recommend it highly enough. The home is spotlessly clean, the staff are so professional and caring and there is a real family atmosphere. My mother was looked after so well, and as a visitor I was also very well supported, the staff were always ready to make me a cup of tea and have a chat. Nothing is too much trouble. There are always lots of activities going on, the meals are superb and the team is well led by the manager and admin. Thank you, Little Oaks x

We had looked at a few care homes for Dad and Little Oaks stood out from all the others and along with Dad we had no hesitation in moving in.

All staff are very friendly, caring and compassionate and will accommodate any request, if possible, to improve Dad's care.

His room has it's own toilet and wash basin and we have been able to add many items important to Dad to remind him of home.

There are also daily activities that all residents are encouraged to participate in.

We have also noticed that his health and mobility had improved over the last few weeks.

My mum moved into Little Oaks last October. The environment is very homely which I really appreciate in comparison to some of the conference centre style corporate care homes. The team are well led, they are caring and considerate with residents, working around them and their needs rather than forcing them to adhere to a schedule. The food is excellent and prepared onsite which is a very important consideration for us. I'm happy to recommend Little Oaks.

I looked at a lot of local homes before deciding on Little Oaks and was impressed on first viewing; my mother has just completed her first anniversary and my view hasn't changed. It is relatively small to create a homely feel while being big enough to enable a chef to be employed (many small homes rely on frozen meals). It has a pool of regular staff who are helpful, kind and considerate to create a positive vibe and the home is bright and clean. Many rooms have en suite toilet / wash basin and the home is keen for residents to personalise the room as much as possible with maybe a piece of furniture, hanging pictures etc. There is a separate lounge for dementia residents which I feel is good for all residents (I can't comment on the dementia care). There are some activities organised in the main lounge and facilities such as regular hair dresser, chiropodist (extra cost billed monthly).

My friend suffered a stroke during 2020 and with no family support available came to live at Little Oaks. I immediately liked the home from home feel and friendly and helpful staff. My friend took a while to settle and come to terms with his circumstances. Little by little the staff have encouraged him to become more engaged with the daily activities. The food is very good and as a visitor I have enjoyed staying for lunch too.

The core staff team especially the manager are very approachable. In the spring and summer months the residents can potter around the beautiful garden and or sit on the patio areas and enjoy the sunshine. The main residential areas are in the process of an uplift and looking very good.

I highly recommend this home.

I would particularly like to say that I have absolutely no concerns about my mother's care at Little Oaks. I never thought I would be saying that when my mother went into care.

Keep up the good work.

Mum has now been in the home for over a year and her time there has been very friendly and caring. When Mum became a resident she was really poorly and the family did not think she would last very long. As it was the staff and manager made Mum a project and within a few months Mum was moving around with her Zimmer frame, eating well and taking time with the other residents. I cannot thank them enough for what they do for Mum and the way they welcome the family when they visit.

I would just like to thank all members of staff for their care and compassion in looking after my mother, it is not an easy decision to make, but within a few days we knew we had made the right one, with soon joining in and making friends.

What a wonderful place Little Oaks is! Mum was only there for a short time, but the care she received was excellent. The staff are so friendly, caring and respectful and Mum felt immediately at home from the first day. The atmosphere in the home is warm, welcoming and homely. The manager made Mum feel really settled and communication between myself and the staff was excellent. Thank you so much for ensuring a very smooth transition for Mum, as a family we are so grateful that she came to Little Oaks - I cannot recommend it highly enough!

It was lovely to have peace of mind when we needed to go on a trip abroad, and I will definitely be using this care home again.

Mum has now had two respite visits to Little Oaks, and on both occasions, we found the home to be highly commended. It is well run by senior staff and friendly, helpful carers. If required, we will use them again.