Tara's Retreat Care Home

The management and staff at Tara's Retreat have gone above and beyond expectations. They not only care for their residents but their relatives too. It is a happy place where there is a good relationship among all the staff.

Following all the Covid related delays we finally managed to move my mum from the North West down to the South East and Tara's Retreat was the perfect care home destination. It was such a shock that my mum's stay was so short but I must say a big thank you to all of the staff. The care and empathy you showed were simply amazing and as a family, we are very grateful.

Your work is much appreciated by us all.

I would highly recommend staying at Tara's Retreat. It's a safe, almost family-run atmosphere OAP home.

My father-in-law is extremely well looked after at Tara's. The staff are all great and know him very well. I couldn't praise Tara's more. Thanks.

Warm and welcoming care home. All the staff are very friendly, caring and show respect to residents. Residents are listened to regarding meetings and changes are made to keep everyone happy. Fantastic activities (varied and fun) especially the singer. Rooms could be larger but nice to have ensuite. Can't find any faults and always recommend Tara's to all who ask.

On arrival for my visit today I was greeted by the manager and reception staff. Both were very keen to bring me up to date with the improvements to the building works. Having then arrived on mum's unit greeted by the staff were bright and cheerful and happy to tell me how mum was getting along. Very thrilled with B & M Tara's Retreat. Mum loves it and is thriving with her dementia.

Very nice people, lovely setting and everyone are so kind, good care.

This is a very good home with an excellent manager supported by caring and helpful staff. The facilities are well laid out with easy access to the combined dining and lounge area. The gardens provide a safe and secure outdoor area, pleasant and well maintained. We are happy with this home for our relative.

I have found that all the carers are lovely - jolly and friendly and more importantly are caring and kind to mum. They are very patient and they are good at encouraging residents to get up if they are a bit reluctant to get up or move into the day room. Mum loves it when the sixth formers come in on a Friday afternoon and she enjoys the singing and activities.

Good staff, caring approach, pleasant and well-kept facilities.

Would recommend this home to anyone.

Mum is very happy at Tara's and I'm sure this is due to the calm atmosphere and wonderful care she receives.

Lovely and friendly home.

Mum came to Tara's in December 2016 for 2 weeks' respite as her husband was in hospital. Unfortunately, he died in February and so mum's stay has become permanent. The family are all very pleased with the care provided and the caring staff. They are all very kind and showed sensitivity and support during a very difficult time. The staff will always go out of their way to help however they can. The activities provided for residents are varied and plentiful. The accommodation is bright and cheerful and always kept very clean and tidy.

I am a student who volunteers at Tara's Retreat every Friday. The staff at the home are warm and friendly. The care home is a supportive environment providing the best possibly care to its residents.

My mother has been with Tara's for nearly four years after I had looked after her for nearly 15 years. I was diagnosed with cancer within six months of my mother entering Tara's Retreat Residential Care Home. The staff just took over and I know she was in safe hands. They have carried on in the same manner to this day.

I am a carer from an outside care company and visits some residents for companionship and to sometimes take them out. On every visit, I am extremely impressed with every aspect of care at Tara's. It is a warm, friendly environment and the staff and carers are all very very happy and willing to help residents and visitors with any needs. A joy to visit here.

The care in this home is excellent, but I am the only one that can go out by myself. I would like to find a resident that is able to go out with me sometimes. I play bridge twice a week and go to the excellent 'Silverthread' at the village hall every other Friday. The activities are mainly for those who have vascular dementia or are incapacitated in some way. Everyone would benefit greatly if a film or usual DVD was shown to the residents once a week. I would also like an outing for shopping once a month. The bus service is very poor to St. Albans. No chemist or bank in Sandridge.

I have nothing to compare with but my impression is of a very good standard in most aspects.