Garden Lodge

garden which was very important to my mum who loves gardening.
When I collected her to bring her home, all of the staff, including the owner, gave her hugs and came out to wave goodbye.
It is such a special place, we have asked if we can go back and visit them again and they said we are welcome.

home. Mum had full control of her own mind and this was instantly recognised by the two managers and their staff. Her health was deteriorating rapidly but the care they gave her and to our family was wonderful. I really can’t praise them enough. The Care Manager went above and beyond to obtain the external help needed for mum. The staff were kind, loving, welcoming, supportive and extremely compassionate.
That week I spent many hours sat with mum close to the communal lounge/dining area. The atmosphere was very much like a home from home - calm, warm, purposeful, friendly. I really feel the residents have the best life there.

of different needs.
The management and staff help to solve problems as they arise, with a professional, and compassionate attitude.
I have already recommended "Garden Lodge" to a couple of people who, due to family circumstances, require extra care for loved ones and will do so in the future.
The environment is always friendly and welcoming, which makes a huge difference when visiting residents there.

eye and caring nature of the staff. Moral is high between residents and staff and the whole atmosphere is calm and happy.

The meals were very varied and plentiful. He was on dialysis three times a week and the staff packed him up sandwiches and a flask on those days. They always had a hot meal waiting for him at night. I had P.O.A for him and picked him up to play Whist. He was 91 and sadly died on 31/1/18. I cannot speak highly enough of the owners, they are so caring and have that special magic to make their clients feel wanted.

16th January I noticed my mother sleeping more and by Saturday 20th January she passed away with three daughters and myself by her side.
The staff were extremely good and management guiding us as necessary.

do enough for him.
Sadly his kidneys packed up and he died in January 2018. We shall miss our visits round to the home.

due to the home's small size, he saw the same staff consistently and built up a good relationship with them. Each resident is treated as an individual.

are hugely important for dementia suffers. All residents are encouraged to partake in hobbies with visitors from "enablers" from table-top activities and seasonal crafts and displays.Nutritious home cooked meals are served "en0famille", but those needing assistance are also helped. Residents and mobility problems are encouraged to do as much as they can for themselves, but mobility equipment is used when necessary to include everyone in the many social activities. The staff manage complex medication regimes with ease and great professionalism. There are regular trips out to encourage social interaction and visits tot the home from hairdresser and chiropodist which ensures resident's well-being and pride in their appearance. The home has beautiful landscaped gardens that are safe and secure. All legal, administrative and financial procedures are managed well and the fees offer good value for a safe and secure and loving environment for residents.

the time 4 members of staff on duty. I would recommend this home to anyone if they want a home from home environment.

as satellite was supplied so he could watch programmes in his language. He has been given a cassette player to listen to his Polish music, a very large clock and a family photograph frame.
On nice days he's allowed to do gardening in their beautiful gardens. He picks fruit from the fruit trees and is allowed to prepare the fruit for the residents' meals, this makes him feel useful. My father attends group sessions, doing activities which help to activate memories.
My husband and I have been invited to birthday parties and sing-a-longs, playing musical instruments. My father has been taken out on seasonal trips. Having a small group of residents means each one is given personal attention.

and relaxed and accommodation is comfortable.
Staff go out of their way to understand the individual needs of residents.

the residents feel they are still in their own home, and because it is so small, some of the fears of 'going into care' are allayed by the personal care residents receive. I have confidence in the staff and their ability to ascertain and meet the needs of the residents. Visitors are welcomed at any time of day and offered refreshments. Both management and staff take time to speak with you to discuss your relatives well-being.