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Sway Place

Church Lane, Sway, Lymington, Hampshire SO41 6AD
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Having been a resident at this home. I've come to know that the staff are always willing and helpfulBoyd C(Resident / Service User)
Sway Place, Lymington
Sway Place, Lymington
Sway Place, Lymington

Sway Place is a stunning, purpose-built care home in the New Forest National Park. The team delivers a luxury lifestyle and round-the-clock residential and dementia care on a respite or permanent basis.

The Hampshire care home is a short drive from Brockenhurst and the coast and offers superb facilities including a café, hair and beauty salon and five-acres of beautiful, landscaped grounds. The lifestyle teams create a varied programme of activities...  

Care Provided by Sway Place

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 68 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,799From £2,023
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,894From £2,131
Respite stays are subject to a 20% uplift on the prices shown above. Fees are subject to a pre-admission
needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level of care and support required by each
individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.

What’s included?

• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans (not applicable to independent living
residents)
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services

• WiFi internet access inside the care home building

Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or
appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply

an agreed hourly charge for this service.

Contact Sway Place to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self-Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Francis Bosompim (General Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (68)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (68)

Visiting

  • The home welcomes visitors and there is no set visiting time, however, please always contact the Home Manager or Deputy to arrange a visit if there is a need to discuss anything specific.

Parking

  • There is ample parking for visitors in the private grounds of the care home

Sway Place Reviews (143)

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Sway Place has a Review Score of 10 (9.977) out of 10, based on 40 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Sway Place has 143 reviews.

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Review from Lisa T (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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Today was the Big Care UK Sports Day held at Sway Place. What should have taken place in the gardens was quickly and expertly moved into the restaurant. What a fabulous event and such a joyful occasion for residents (whatever their ability), friends, family and staff. Everyone had a big smile on their face and all the residents were included. One resident kept telling me how amazing the day was and that 'everyone is so so happy'. I've often seen this resident very confused and sad recently but today she was smiling from ear to ear. The home admissions advisor and the rest of the staff pulled out all the stops to make sure everyone was fed the delicious hog roast and looked after. I was so impressed with today's event and will remember my mum's egg and spoon race for a long time! A special mention must go to the home admissions advisor who is an incredible member of the team and brings so much energy, love and care into everything she does at Sway Place.

Reply from Laura Blake, Home Manager at Sway Place
Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.

At Sway Place Care Home - Care UK we hold ourselves to a high standard and therefore we appreciate all feedback so we can continually look to improve and ensure the delivery of high-quality care.

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Review from Michael P (Resident / Service User) published on 16 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Excellent care, accommodation, food, orange juice and cranberry cordial. The management and carers are professionals in all their work. I am a temporary short-term resident who had an alcohol problem which is now cured. I will be leaving very soon in August to live independently with a carer (3 times per week, 1 hour per day). Thank you all.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Sway Place Care Home - Care UK, we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Many thanks, the Care UK team.

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Review from Paul O (Son of Resident) published on 12 July 2024 Submitted via Website
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We spent some considerable time visiting a number of care homes in the local area in order to find the very best one for our mother. Sway Place was the one which stood out from all the others. We were most impressed with the location, the beautiful grounds, the layout, airy feel and atmosphere within the Home and the overall set-up. Our second visit was with our mother who was equally impressed. We had the opportunity to meet members of staff both management and carers, all of whom seemed efficient, kind and caring. We were also introduced to some of the residents who all gave a good account of the home. It is well maintained, very clean and tidy and run efficiently. The home admissions adviser went out of her way to identify a lovely room for our mother and having her own furniture and personal belongings helps to make it a home away from home for her. Our mother has been there for two years come September. She is very content, comfortable, well cared for and amongst like-minded other residents.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Hi Paul, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review and for acknowledging our welcoming atmosphere. We are delighted that Mum has settled so well and is enjoying life at Sway Place. A truly lovely review that the whole team appreciate. Best wishes, from us all at Sway Place.

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Review from Donald J (Resident / Service User) published on 28 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have experience of three other care homes in this area. Sway Place exceeds them all in total ambience. The previous owners and management worked tirelessly to raise the CQC rating from good to outstanding.

Some changes to staffing quality and levels may make this status difficult to maintain. We expect best efforts.

Reply from Samantha Debenham, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Thank you so much for your review, we're so pleased to hear your kind words about Sway Place. We always strive for excellence and rest assured that our high standards will continue now and into the future.

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Review from C C (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 18 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Sway Place is always clean and tidy. Always made welcome when visiting and refreshments are always available. My mother-in-law has settled in very well, enjoying the food and activities and making new friends.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Sway Place Care Home - Care UK, we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Many thanks from all the team.

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Review from Lee S (Son of Resident) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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My father has early onset dementia and I looked at various homes that could accommodate his needs. I was delighted with Sway Place and the ambience and facilities that they offer. Fantastic staff and care led by the general manager who has gone above and beyond to ensure my father's well-being and happiness.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Hi Lee S, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Sway Place Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Many thanks from all at Sway Place.

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Review from Rachel C (Friend of Resident) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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A beautiful caring home. Friendly helpful staff. Outstanding menu with quality food served in the resident's room or in the stunning dining room. En-suite rooms of generous size. Stunning grounds set in the beautiful local area.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience at Sway Place. We will share your kind comments with the team. Look forward to seeing you soon.

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Review from Anthony C (Resident / Service User) published on 4 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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We are having the best time of our lives.

Staff couldn't be better.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Hi, thank you for your review. We are all so pleased that you are having the best time at Sway Place. Your review has been shared with the team.

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Review from D R (Resident / Service User) published on 4 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Thanks for wonderful experiences in and out of the care home.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Hi thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. The staff were overjoyed to hear your lovely words. At Sway Place Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Best wishes from all your friends at Sway Place

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Review from H C (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 2 February 2024 Submitted via Website
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From the initial wonderful welcome from a lovely lady and the excellent care given to my brother-in-law and his wife on moving into Sway Place in November, we are extremely delighted that they have settled in so successfully. So pleased we were able to find such a delightful apartment for them so they can still be together. Simply cannot fault Sway Place.

Reply from Laura Blake, Home Manager at Sway Place
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.

We're truly delighted to hear that your brother-in-law and his wife have settled in so well at Sway Place. It's wonderful to know that the welcome and care they received made such a positive impression. We're so...  

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Review from Simon D (Son of Resident) published on 9 November 2023 Submitted via Website
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Sway Place responded magnificently to my mother's need for respite care. Speedy responses and flexibility with regard to her needs was matched by kind, caring, friendly and delightful staff. Sway Place provides an ideal solution for our mother's care needs.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Hi Simon, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your mother's recent respite experience. At Sway Place Care Home we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

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Review from S H (Resident / Service User) published on 3 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I live at Sway Place in the cottage with my husband and my beloved dog Pixie. Everyone is so kind and welcoming to all of us. I am so happy that life here includes my beautiful dog. There is so much to do here with my dog - including the beautiful grounds I can walk around with my dog and my new friends who all make a fuss of us.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Thank you for your kind words. It is a pleasure having you, your husband and the beloved Pixie as part of the Sway Place Community. We understand that pets are a big part of the family, here at Sway we are delighted to welcome four-legged friends into the home.

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Review from M W (Resident / Service User) published on 3 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have been in the home for 12 months. My sister is also in the home. The staff are wonderful and cannot do enough. I have settled well and adapted to my new life at Sway Place. We enjoy the activities and varied menu.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Hello, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience at Sway Place. We are happy to hear that you and your sister are receiving such great care at Sway Place and enjoying being part of our extended family here. Your feedback has been shared with the team.

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Review from Constance S (Resident / Service User) published on 2 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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The home is beautiful and the staff are friendly and helpful. Excellent food and lovely grounds.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place
Hello Constance,

On behalf of the team at Sway Place, we would like to thank you so much for your positive review. We are delighted to hear you are enjoying the varied menu and beautiful 5 acres of ground at Sway Place. Our team work hard to maintain high standards of quality care for those living in our community.

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Review from Victoria C (Relative of Resident) published on 8 September 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mother has been a resident of Sway Place for nearly a year, she loves her accommodation and all that Sway Place offers, activities, outings, meals and it is set in lovely grounds. The team at Sway Place are all so welcoming, from the domestic staff, maintenance, care staff, reception/admin, chef/catering team and the management, the families are included in not only special events but on a day to day basis. I would recommend anyone looking for residential care to visit Sway Place as it has that 'home from home' atmosphere.

Overall, Sway Place has a homely feel and all the staff are very friendly and nothing is too much trouble. The food is of a good quality and the accommodation is a good size. I like that they have quiet lounges, a separate library and a couple of activity rooms. They have regular entertainment and events, which anyone is welcome to attend.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Hello. We really appreciate you taking the time to write a positive review of Sway Place Care Home. It is testament to the hard working and dedicated colleagues we have within our home. Thank you for your kind words and we are pleased to learn you would recommend us to others to others who are looking for a care home. Kind regards, Sway Place.

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Review from Christine C (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 August 2023 Submitted via Website
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From day one I was made to feel welcome and they made the transition very easy. Prior to moving into Sway Place Dad was in a very dark place, he was lonely, not eating properly and suffering from depression. It was a tough decision to take him away from his family home of nearly 60 years but I need never have worried, I have seen a remarkable change in him. Since being at Sway Place he’s made new friends, and been taken out on the occasional outing, he has also joined in with various activities and took great pleasure in some of their open day events where we were also invited to join in. I would therefore like to say a huge thank you to all the staff who work tirelessly and have been a great support in helping him to settle in and enjoy life again. I could not be more grateful for the care and sensitivity staff have shown to him in all aspects of the care home, be it management, reception, kitchen staff and cooks, cleaners, medical staff, maintenance, laundry staff, carers and activity staff.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place
Hi Christine,
Thank you very much for your fantastic review.
We are delighted to hear how well Dad has settled in at Sway Place and to see him flourishing. Your wonderful words of appreciation have been passed onto the team.

Best wishes, from all at Sway Place.

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Review from J H (Son of Resident) published on 26 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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I visit Sway Place regularly and have noticed a recent improvement in standards within the home. There is more attention to detail, focus on the needs and welfare of residents and quality of the service provided.
Things like the cleaning of my mother's room and laundry service have improved noticeably.
The new garden furniture is very welcome - though the garden itself could still do with a bit more attention in places. So could the external decoration - but I am aware of the plans for external redecoration later this year.
The range and extent of activities offered to residents have also shown significant improvement.
I thoroughly enjoyed the party to celebrate the Coronation.

Well done, and keep it up!

Reply from Samantha Debenham, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Thank you for your kind words – we’re so happy to hear your positive comments, and I’ll make sure these are passed on to the team. We are very much in the middle of our improvements to the exterior and held a community garden event recently that was very well received. Both residents and visitors...  

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Review from Clare E (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mother moved to Sway Place in December 2021 and had 18 months of kind, patient and compassionate care from staff in the Memory Care team. The consistency of staffing exceeded expectations. The team leaders always updated my sisters and me about our mother's health, falls etc, and consulted us about her care and preferences.

Through her dementia, she believed she was living in a country hotel which spoke volumes for the quality of the surroundings at Sway Place - her room was always clean and tidy. Staff always welcomed my two sisters and me on our regular visits to see our mother, and nothing was too much trouble.

Reply from Reviews Team, at Sway Place
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Ridley Manor - Care UK, we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.

We are so happy to hear that your mother decided to stay with...  

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Review from Jillian Y (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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Since contacting the home in January, I was able to view Sway Place shortly afterwards when all my questions were answered, and my mind was put to rest. My 92-year-old mother was very lucky to find that a cottage was just becoming vacant. She was able to move in mid-March.
She is very pleased with the amount of space and loves the independence that she has there. She can be involved in events happening in the main area or she can be quiet in the privacy of her own cottage.
The staff are all very caring, smartly dressed, polite and efficient. The meals are beautifully presented and very tasty.

Keep up the good work!

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place

Hi Jillian, thank you for your kind words. Our Independent Cottages offer privacy and a place of your own but with the advantage of handy services and wonderful facilities on your doorstep. We are glad your mother has settled into her Cottage and is enjoying her independence and being part of the Sway Place community.

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Review from Robert Y (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 11 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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My mother-in-law moved to an independent living cottage in Sway Place in March 2023. She relocated from another care home, in the expectation that she would have greater independence; find more residents with whom she could communicate and have more consistent provision of food and other services.
We noticed Sway Place in a posting on Facebook and liked, in particular, their independent living cottage option that was only slightly more expensive than her prior home. Since moving, her mental state has improved dramatically; she loves the restaurant service and the attentive and friendly staff throughout Sway Place. She also enjoys talking to residents and joining in with the many activities provided. We also experienced their restaurant for lunch, which was excellent.

The cottage is well provisioned for space and facilities, having a separate bedroom and en-suite large shower room. There is a small kitchen area with a fridge and washing machine, although washing services are included.

Reply from Laura Blake, Reviews Team at Sway Place
Hi Robert, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. We are glad that your mother-in-law is embracing all Sway Place has to offer. Your feedback is invaluable.
Thank you for your time; we look forward to seeing you soon.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 04 April 2025
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Requires improvement
  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeRequires improvement
  • Well-ledRequires improvement
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Meet the Team (1)

Francis Bosompim
Francis BosompimJob Title:Home Manager

I love to see residents flourish, and I’m so proud to see our fantastic team play an essential part in making that happen.

As home manager at Sway Place, it is hugely important to me that every person we care for is happy and feels safe. We work hard to ensure residents feel understood. For us, it is about supporting residents and enabling them to continue enjoying relationships with their loved ones.

One of my favourite parts of the day is the time I spend with residents and their relatives. It is a privilege to get to know them and hear their life stories.

I joined Care UK because it supports its teams. It is an organisation with clear values, and there are systems in place that allow each of us to do our best, so residents receive consistent quality care.

I have a BSc in Dementia Studies and an MSc in Gerontology and Ageing. I also have a level five qualification in Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care. It is an area of study that I am keenly interested in, and I also spend time researching dementia studies at the Doctoral College at the University of Surrey.

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