After just the first few days I am impressed by the way the friendly caring staff have helpedKeith D(Husband of Resident/Service User)
I'm truly amazed at how well she has settled in and now sees it as her home. It makes visiting a joyD M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
After just the first few days I am impressed by the way the friendly caring staff have helpedKeith D(Husband of Resident/Service User)
I'm truly amazed at how well she has settled in and now sees it as her home. It makes visiting a joyD M(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Stirlings offers compassionate, individualised residential, early-stage dementia and respite care for up to 40 residents. It has a strong connection with the local community, and has been serving the local and wider Oxfordshire residents for over 50 years. Set in peaceful and beautifully tended grounds, the home is located in a quiet residential location, near to the historic centre of Wantage.
Activities and wellbeing
The dedicated Activities Coordinator is there to...
Stirlings offers compassionate, individualised residential, early-stage dementia and respite care for up to 40 residents. It has a strong connection with the local community, and has been serving the local and wider Oxfordshire residents for over 50 years. Set in peaceful and beautifully tended grounds, the home is located in a quiet residential location, near to the historic centre of Wantage.
Activities and wellbeing
The dedicated Activities Coordinator is there to make life as stimulating and varied as possible, they work with the residents to shape the schedule of activities by holding regular meetings and undertaking questionnaires with residents. Here is an idea of activities they might organise:
• Gardening
• Arts and crafts
• Barbecues and cream teas on the lawn
• Fish and chips on Bournemouth beach
• Visit from a calm and friendly dog
With so many activities they also recognise that everyone needs some time for relaxation and mindfulness for personal reflection. The home offers a number of lounges to enjoy peace and quiet. It also has a large dining area which offers opportunities to socialise with friends and family or join in larger activities.
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Stirlings has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.696) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Stirlings has 107 reviews.
My Mum has been a resident of Stirlings Care Home Wantage since May 2026. Within days of being there, the change in her was remarkable. She is eating better, her self-esteem is getting better by the day, taking pride in herself and her room. From the Care home manager, activities coordinator, care...
My Mum has been a resident of Stirlings Care Home Wantage since May 2026. Within days of being there, the change in her was remarkable. She is eating better, her self-esteem is getting better by the day, taking pride in herself and her room. From the Care home manager, activities coordinator, care staff, housekeeping and kitchen staff are all truly amazing
Thank you so much for leaving us such a lovely 5-star review, we are so incredibly grateful. As you say the immediate change in your mum was really noticeable and she continues to thrive. We are so thankful you trusted us with her care; she's awesome and makes us smile every day. If we can be of...
Thank you so much for leaving us such a lovely 5-star review, we are so incredibly grateful. As you say the immediate change in your mum was really noticeable and she continues to thrive. We are so thankful you trusted us with her care; she's awesome and makes us smile every day. If we can be of any further service, please don't hesitate to contact us or pop in for a cuppa. Once again thank you so much for your very kind words they mean the world to us here at Stirlings.
A truly remarkable team who treat residents with kindness and compassion, The staff are dedicated professionals who make such a difference to the residents life. It is lovely to see the ways they interact with the residents
A truly remarkable team who treat residents with kindness and compassion, The staff are dedicated professionals who make such a difference to the residents life. It is lovely to see the ways they interact with the residents
Thank you so much for your 5-star review of our home and the lovely comments, this has made our day. We couldn't do the job we do without our wonderful team and we're so glad you think so highly of them. Thank you for trusting us to care for your loved one.
I declined the opportunity to nominate. How could I possibly nominate one person in a team of such wonderful, caring and loving people, it would be...
Honestly, look no further!
Thank you so much for such a heartfelt review. We're incredibly touched by your words and delighted that you feel Stirlings is a warm and loving family for your dad to be part of. It means so much to know that, over the past two years, the kindness and care of the whole team have made such a...
Thank you so much for such a heartfelt review. We're incredibly touched by your words and delighted that you feel Stirlings is a warm and loving family for your dad to be part of. It means so much to know that, over the past two years, the kindness and care of the whole team have made such a difference to you and your dad. We completely understand why choosing just one person to nominate would be impossible! Your recognition of the whole team will mean so much to everyone at Stirlings. Thank you for your trust, your kind words and for allowing us to be part of your dad's journey.
My dad has settled into Stirlings well due to the care and attention of staff. There are always smiles for the residents and staff are very attentive and caring. The activities are engaging and staff encourage my dad to attend them even if only for some extra company and change of scenery. I would...
My dad has settled into Stirlings well due to the care and attention of staff. There are always smiles for the residents and staff are very attentive and caring. The activities are engaging and staff encourage my dad to attend them even if only for some extra company and change of scenery. I would certainly recommend Stirlings to others looking at a care home for a parent.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear that your dad has settled so well at Stirlings and that the care and attention from the team have helped him feel happy and comfortable. It's wonderful to know that he enjoys the activities and that the team gently encourage him to...
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear that your dad has settled so well at Stirlings and that the care and attention from the team have helped him feel happy and comfortable. It's wonderful to know that he enjoys the activities and that the team gently encourage him to join in, even if it's simply for some company and a change of scenery. Creating those little moments of connection can make such a difference. Thank you for your recommendation and for taking the time to share your experience - it means a lot to the whole team.
Unfortunately Mum needed...
Thank you so much to all the staff, it was not an easy journey but you made the best of it.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. It was a privilege to care for your mum over the past two years, and we're so pleased to hear that the team took the time to get to know her, respecting her independence while supporting her in the way that suited her best. We completely understand how...
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. It was a privilege to care for your mum over the past two years, and we're so pleased to hear that the team took the time to get to know her, respecting her independence while supporting her in the way that suited her best. We completely understand how difficult it must have been to move her when her needs changed, and we're touched that you felt you were leaving behind a family. Your kind words mean so much to the whole team, who will always remember your mum fondly. We wish you and your family all the very best, and thank you for trusting us to be part of your mum's journey.
The home is relaxed comfortable environment for my dad. Dad is a self funder at present. The staff are friendly, helpful, pleasant, and caring to the residents and visitors. We can pop in unannounced if needed to. Dad has mislaid his personal items, leaving them in different places. The staff are...
The home is relaxed comfortable environment for my dad. Dad is a self funder at present. The staff are friendly, helpful, pleasant, and caring to the residents and visitors. We can pop in unannounced if needed to. Dad has mislaid his personal items, leaving them in different places. The staff are excellent tracking these down! The dining area is nicely laid for meals, varied menu's and very nice food. Drinks and snacks from the trolley throughout the day. Weekly dr check for all residents. Excellent dr, reviews medication etc. Hairdresser, chiropodist calls in. Lovely gardens, awning for hot weather, good seating, gardening club, raised beds for helpers (residents) bird box painting, art and crafts, puzzles in day room, seated exercises, ball games (adapted) book club. Lots of events, weekly singer, afternoon tea for residents/visitors on Wednesdays. Excellent activities manager, adapted soft tip darts. Lovely room for dad.
It's lovely to know that the team's friendliness, attentiveness, and help with day-to-day things-like tracking down misplaced items-has been reassuring. We're also delighted you've highlighted the dining experience, regular health support, and the wide range of activities and outings available, as...
It's lovely to know that the team's friendliness, attentiveness, and help with day-to-day things-like tracking down misplaced items-has been reassuring. We're also delighted you've highlighted the dining experience, regular health support, and the wide range of activities and outings available, as these all play such an important part in residents' wellbeing. Your kind words will be shared with the whole team, who will be very encouraged by your feedback.
My mother of 98 years was looked after for 10 months. She moved care homes when a bed became available in a care home nearer to her previous permanent home and many friends. The managers and staff at Stirlings were excellent. A huge effort was put into caring and entertainment. My mother took up...
My mother of 98 years was looked after for 10 months. She moved care homes when a bed became available in a care home nearer to her previous permanent home and many friends. The managers and staff at Stirlings were excellent. A huge effort was put into caring and entertainment. My mother took up knitting again! Unfortunately, the facilities do not match the care level. There are no ensuite toilets and some rooms are rather small. There is, however, a wonderful big garden which is well cared for.
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your thoughtful review and for entrusting us with your mother's care during her time at Stirlings.
We are delighted to hear that your mother was well supported by our managers and staff, and that she enjoyed the activities and entertainment on...
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your thoughtful review and for entrusting us with your mother's care during her time at Stirlings.
We are delighted to hear that your mother was well supported by our managers and staff, and that she enjoyed the activities and entertainment on offer - especially rediscovering her love of knitting. It is always rewarding to know that our team's dedication has made a positive difference. We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the facilities. While some aspects of the building reflect its heritage, we are pleased that the garden was a highlight and provided a welcoming, well-maintained space for residents to enjoy.
Thank you again for your kind words and valuable comments. We wish your mother all the very best in her new home and hope she continues to thrive.
My mother spent 2 years at Stirlings. She was quite a challenging resident. Despite this the staff treated her with respect, humour and love. We could not have asked for more. When we were forced to move her due to specialist nursing care needs we were all very upset. Thank you to all the staff who...
My mother spent 2 years at Stirlings. She was quite a challenging resident. Despite this the staff treated her with respect, humour and love. We could not have asked for more. When we were forced to move her due to specialist nursing care needs we were all very upset. Thank you to all the staff who became good friends, we will miss you.
Thank you so much for sharing such a heartfelt review. We're truly grateful that your mother spent her time with us at Stirlings, and it means a great deal to hear how warmly supported she was, even through challenging times.
Treating every resident with respect, humour and genuine care is...
Thank you so much for sharing such a heartfelt review. We're truly grateful that your mother spent her time with us at Stirlings, and it means a great deal to hear how warmly supported she was, even through challenging times.
Treating every resident with respect, humour and genuine care is incredibly important to our team, so your words will be very touching for them to hear. We completely understand how difficult it was to say goodbye when her needs changed, and we're honoured that our staff became such a meaningful part of your family's journey. Thank you for trusting us with your mother's care - she will be remembered fondly, and you will all be missed.
The first thing you notice as you enter Stirlings are the smiling faces of all the staff. My brother has been there for just 3 months and is happy and relaxed thanks to their fantastic unending care from all departments. I am grateful to be updated as to how he is which happens each time I visit or...
The first thing you notice as you enter Stirlings are the smiling faces of all the staff. My brother has been there for just 3 months and is happy and relaxed thanks to their fantastic unending care from all departments. I am grateful to be updated as to how he is which happens each time I visit or by phone. I would like to sincerely express my heartfelt thanks and I have no hesitation to totally recommend Stirlings.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and 5-star review. We're really pleased to hear that your brother is happy and relaxed with us and that the warmth of the team made such a positive first impression. Keeping families informed is very important to us, so it's great to know you feel well...
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and 5-star review. We're really pleased to hear that your brother is happy and relaxed with us and that the warmth of the team made such a positive first impression. Keeping families informed is very important to us, so it's great to know you feel well updated and reassured. Your heartfelt thanks and recommendation mean a great deal to everyone at Stirlings - thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
Mum has been in Stirlings for a few months now, she has settled in so well and has made friends with other residents. I have not seen her so happy since she went into care. The staff are amazing, very caring and know the residents so well. As a family we are so happy with the care she is receiving....
Mum has been in Stirlings for a few months now, she has settled in so well and has made friends with other residents. I have not seen her so happy since she went into care. The staff are amazing, very caring and know the residents so well. As a family we are so happy with the care she is receiving. Mum being happy is all we wanted and Stirlings have done this.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear that your mum has settled in so well at Stirlings, has made friends, and is so happy - that truly means everything. It's wonderful to know that you feel reassured by the care she's receiving and that our team's kindness and...
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear that your mum has settled in so well at Stirlings, has made friends, and is so happy - that truly means everything. It's wonderful to know that you feel reassured by the care she's receiving and that our team's kindness and understanding have made such a positive difference for your whole family. Your kind words will be shared with the team, who will be so pleased to hear them.
Mum has lived at Stirlings for the last six months. As Stirlings is a long way from home, meaning we couldn't visit every day, we were initially worried. However, mum has settled so well, and we feel confident she is well cared for and encouraged to get involved in all activities. She has made...
Mum has lived at Stirlings for the last six months. As Stirlings is a long way from home, meaning we couldn't visit every day, we were initially worried. However, mum has settled so well, and we feel confident she is well cared for and encouraged to get involved in all activities. She has made friends and is happy and content. Thank you all so much.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a kind and thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear that your mum has settled so well at Stirlings and that you feel confident she is safe, well cared for, and encouraged to take part in activities. Knowing that she has made friends and feels...
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a kind and thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear that your mum has settled so well at Stirlings and that you feel confident she is safe, well cared for, and encouraged to take part in activities. Knowing that she has made friends and feels happy and content means a great deal to the whole team.We understand how difficult it can be when a care home is some distance from home, so your reassurance and trust are especially appreciated. Thank you again for your lovely words - they will be shared with the team, who will be very touched by your feedback.
My mum is given the best care that I could ask for. Very happy.
My mum is given the best care that I could ask for. Very happy.
Thank you for your kind feedback. Were delighted to hear that your mum is happy and receiving the best possible care. Your reassurance means a great deal to our team thank you for taking the time to share it.
Activities are terrific - Praise for Angela.
Activities are terrific - Praise for Angela.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so pleased to read how happy your husband is here at Stirlings. It really is an absolute pleasure caring for him. He really has come into his own recently with our activities, it's so great to see. We are very lucky to have our amazing Angela - so...
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so pleased to read how happy your husband is here at Stirlings. It really is an absolute pleasure caring for him. He really has come into his own recently with our activities, it's so great to see. We are very lucky to have our amazing Angela - so glad she gets the recognition for doing such a great job with activities. Thank you again for your very kind words.
I'm very happy with the care my nan receives here, and I love that they are encouraged to join in lots of activities, and all the staff are lovely.
I'm very happy with the care my nan receives here, and I love that they are encouraged to join in lots of activities, and all the staff are lovely.
Thank you so much for your very kind words - it's so appreciated. It's an absolute pleasure caring for your nan, she makes us smile so much especially when she's getting involved with our activities and interacting with the team and other residents. It's lovely to see.
My main concern is that my mum is happy, and that certainly seems to be the care. I was worried that she might not settle at Stirlings, but she really seems to be enjoying herself. She is mixing with people far more than before, and taking part in all the activities. Her room is clean when I visit...
My main concern is that my mum is happy, and that certainly seems to be the care. I was worried that she might not settle at Stirlings, but she really seems to be enjoying herself. She is mixing with people far more than before, and taking part in all the activities. Her room is clean when I visit and she usually looks well. The staff are lovely and it's aways nice to see everyone. Well done everyone!
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear that your mum has settled in so well at Stirlings and that she's enjoying herself, getting involved in activities and spending time with others. It's great to know that you feel reassured when you visit and that her room is clean,...
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear that your mum has settled in so well at Stirlings and that she's enjoying herself, getting involved in activities and spending time with others. It's great to know that you feel reassured when you visit and that her room is clean, she looks well, and our team make you feel welcome. Your kind words mean a great deal to everyone here and will be shared with the whole team.Thank you again for taking the time to leave such a positive review - and well done messages like yours really do brighten our day!
I visit my mother 2 -3 times a week and am always welcomed to stay for a meal and find that the staff are always very friendly and patient with the residents. Facilities and food are always excellent. Many thanks to them all.
I visit my mother 2 -3 times a week and am always welcomed to stay for a meal and find that the staff are always very friendly and patient with the residents. Facilities and food are always excellent. Many thanks to them all.
Thank you so much for your kind words. Were delighted to hear that you feel so welcome when visiting your mother and that our staff make you feel at home. Its wonderful to know you enjoy the facilities and the meals. Well be sure to pass on your thanks to the team theyll be very pleased to hear it!
Very professional and friendly care environment. Excellent activities provided on a daily basis and all staff supportive towards all service users, residents and families.
Very professional and friendly care environment. Excellent activities provided on a daily basis and all staff supportive towards all service users, residents and families.
Your comments will be shared with the whole team, who work hard...
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're pleased to hear that you found Stirlings to be a professional and friendly care environment, and that you valued the daily activities and the support shown to residents, families and visitors.Your comments will be shared with the whole team, who work hard to create a welcoming, engaging and supportive community for everyone. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
My father tells me that he feels well cared for. On my visits I hear how kindly the staff speak to the residents. I always feel welcomed. I see how clean the toilets and bathrooms are. The activities programme is varied and stimulating. The food is plentiful and better than I get at home! This is a...
My father tells me that he feels well cared for. On my visits I hear how kindly the staff speak to the residents. I always feel welcomed. I see how clean the toilets and bathrooms are. The activities programme is varied and stimulating. The food is plentiful and better than I get at home! This is a safe place for your last lap.
Thank you very much for sharing your kind feedback. We're so pleased to hear that your father feels well cared for and that you've experienced the warmth, kindness, and welcome from our team during your visits. Maintaining a clean, comfortable environment and offering engaging activities and...
Thank you very much for sharing your kind feedback. We're so pleased to hear that your father feels well cared for and that you've experienced the warmth, kindness, and welcome from our team during your visits. Maintaining a clean, comfortable environment and offering engaging activities and nourishing meals are all things we take great pride in, so it's wonderful to know these have stood out to you. Your trust means a great deal to us, and we're honoured to be part of your father's care and comfort.
Lovely care home, like home from home. Very friendly staff always attentive and kind. Great activities which mum loves especially the singing and craft activities. Lovely food and a good variety ensuring mum's needs are met. Mum has flourished in the care home having more companionship and social...
Lovely care home, like home from home. Very friendly staff always attentive and kind. Great activities which mum loves especially the singing and craft activities. Lovely food and a good variety ensuring mum's needs are met. Mum has flourished in the care home having more companionship and social interaction; and craft activities. Would highly recommend lovely care home.
Wow, what can we say - what a fabulous, detailed review of our home. We are beyond chuffed to read such a positive review for our team and the care we offer but also to understand how much your mum is flourishing. We have loved seeing your mum settle here and enjoying her life , taking part in...
Wow, what can we say - what a fabulous, detailed review of our home. We are beyond chuffed to read such a positive review for our team and the care we offer but also to understand how much your mum is flourishing. We have loved seeing your mum settle here and enjoying her life , taking part in activities and socialising with the team and fellow residents. It is an absolute caring for her and she always puts a big smile on our faces. Please let us know if we can do anything further to support your mum, it would be our pleasure. Thank you.
Day out to garden centre and lunch. Excellent day very enjoyable, displays/lights/lunch etc.
Day out to garden centre and lunch. Excellent day very enjoyable, displays/lights/lunch etc.
We're so glad you had a lovely day, this does sound like a great day out! Where should we go next? It's an absolute pleasure caring for you, you make us smile every day. Thank you for your review.
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Catherine rejoined the Trust in 2024 as Home Manager at Stirlings.
As Activities Coordinator, Angela is passionate about providing residents at Stirlings with the best possible experiences to enhance their wellbeing....
As Activities Coordinator, Angela is passionate about providing residents at Stirlings with the best possible experiences to enhance their wellbeing. She sees working in care as her calling in life and approaches each day as a new chance to help people.
Angela has almost a decade of experience in coordinating activities in a care environment and has many qualifications supporting her deep knowledge of caring for those with dementia. She takes great satisfaction from helping people to continue with the hobbies and interests they have had their whole lives but equally loves being able to provide them with brand new experiences too.
Whether jumping out of a plane to raise money, completing the Tough Mudder for charity, taking a former ice skater back onto the ice after 50 years, writing poetry with residents or working with Oxford University on a study into therapeutic robots, there is rarely a dull moment in Angela’s line of work. Her great work for the Trust was recognised when Angela was named OSJCT’s Oxfordshire Activity Coordinator of the year in 2016.
Angela finds time to meditate every day and enjoys attending boxing exercise classes and expanding her spiritual interests.
Starting a career in care back in 2016, Odeth embarked on a journey that led her through various roles within different care centres. Initially...
Starting a career in care back in 2016, Odeth embarked on a journey that led her through various roles within different care centres. Initially serving as a caring leader at Avonbourne Care Centre upon joining the trust in 2019, she transitioned to the role of Head of Care (HoC) at Bemerton Lodge in 2021 and later moved to Longlands in 2022 and is now based at Stirlings. Before venturing into the care sector, her professional experience included working as a logistician for the British Army.
Odeth's current role in care is a source of satisfaction, finding it robust and engaging, offering ample opportunities to interact with a diverse multidisciplinary team. Engaging with residents and their families brings them joy, fostering strong connections within their team.
Beyond the professional sphere, Odeth's personal life is centred around family; married with two children, they cherish moments spent together. While she used to play netball, her current passion involves avidly following the sport on television.
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
There are 40 Single Rooms.
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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