I hope Fornham would have me back when I need it. Best food I ever had.J M(Resident / Service User)
My mum is very happy at Fornham House. She has made some friends and loves the staff and her room.Lorraine S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
we were so pleased by the very evident care my mother is receiving, thank you.Patricia E(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
I hope Fornham would have me back when I need it. Best food I ever had.J M(Resident / Service User)
My mum is very happy at Fornham House. She has made some friends and loves the staff and her room.Lorraine S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
we were so pleased by the very evident care my mother is receiving, thank you.Patricia E(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
Fornham House is located just a couple of miles from Bury St Edmunds, in the pretty village of Fornham St Martin.
The home has extensive grounds with views over the surrounding countryside. The garden can be enjoyed by residents and visitors, with ample seating areas surrounded by colourful flower beds, mature trees, and a large pond with water features, aquatic plants and fish.
Fornham House provides seven lounges, including the...
Fornham House is located just a couple of miles from Bury St Edmunds, in the pretty village of Fornham St Martin.
The home has extensive grounds with views over the surrounding countryside. The garden can be enjoyed by residents and visitors, with ample seating areas surrounded by colourful flower beds, mature trees, and a large pond with water features, aquatic plants and fish.
Fornham House provides seven lounges, including the Constable Lounge where many social activities take place, and these are complemented by patio and garden areas for summer outdoor relaxation.
Accommodation is offered in generous, tastefully decorated single rooms (71 rooms in total), 63 of which have en-suite facilities and 9 further with toilet and sink en-suite facilities, thereby providing residents with the necessary facilities for a quality life in later years.
Although all rooms are fully furnished, residents are encouraged to bring items of furniture and personal possessions with them so that their room can be a true ‘home from home’.
The home has a 17-bed extension built for its purpose. The design is beautiful, open but still cosy. It offers safe, shared living with a focus on each person's care needs. Wide hallways make it easy to get around and let residents walk freely and safely. Doors from the dining area lead to a large decked space. Doors in the hallway and lounge open to a quiet, cosy indoor garden.
Residents are welcome to develop this garden further. This is where many residents will have the opportunity to potter at their hearts content. The beautiful soft colours of the walls and carpets will complement personal items, making it really feel like home.
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Fornham House has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.685) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Fornham House has 114 reviews.
The staff are all very friendly and helpful but communication between staff and general organisation are not as good as we had hoped.
The staff are all very friendly and helpful but communication between staff and general organisation are not as good as we had hoped.
If you would like to contact me at the home we can arrange to discuss the concerns you have regarding communication.
Our mother experienced a severe cerebral episode in the morning just prior to handover. The swift action of the carer who found her and the care team's prompt call to paramedics undoubtedly provided a firm foundation for her recovery. Once paramedics arrived (which was quickly) I was contacted and...
Our mother experienced a severe cerebral episode in the morning just prior to handover. The swift action of the carer who found her and the care team's prompt call to paramedics undoubtedly provided a firm foundation for her recovery. Once paramedics arrived (which was quickly) I was contacted and it was made clear how severe the event was. The care staff on duty were excellent and we are extremely grateful. We value their ongoing good care and kindness to our Mum and us.
I would like to come here again.
I would like to come here again.
Thank you so much for kind comments, I am very please you enjoyed your stay.
I find Fornham House to be very clean, friendly and helpful staff, good food, lots to do for residents if able, but are always helped by the staff as nothing seems too much trouble lovely home.
I find Fornham House to be very clean, friendly and helpful staff, good food, lots to do for residents if able, but are always helped by the staff as nothing seems too much trouble lovely home.
2, Staff: those who select and engage the staff are to be congratulated. Of course, personalities differ, but here they differ at a...
This could be done as well in a cold and clinical manner. This is certainly not so here.
Thank you so much for your comments. We are currently looking at improving the activity provision at Fornham house, we are currently in the process of recruiting a replacement activity coordinator. We are also employing a new role of activity assistant, this will increase the activity hours to...
Thank you so much for your comments. We are currently looking at improving the activity provision at Fornham house, we are currently in the process of recruiting a replacement activity coordinator. We are also employing a new role of activity assistant, this will increase the activity hours to nearly double. The activity team will then work weekends to ensure that there is even more coverage at key times.
The home took very good care of my mother and she was very happy here. The staff were always caring and nothing was too much trouble.
The home took very good care of my mother and she was very happy here. The staff were always caring and nothing was too much trouble.
She would happily/willingly live there...
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My father has blossomed in the time that he has been with Farnham House. We are always treated with care, respect and courtesy as is my father. The staff are delightful and helpful. I would recommend Farnham House wholeheartedly.
My father has blossomed in the time that he has been with Farnham House. We are always treated with care, respect and courtesy as is my father. The staff are delightful and helpful. I would recommend Farnham House wholeheartedly.
It seems to be a very caring establishment. All the staff that I met during my visit could not have been more caring and helpful. Especially the lovely young man!
It seems to be a very caring establishment. All the staff that I met during my visit could not have been more caring and helpful. Especially the lovely young man!
Staff always greet you and the care Dad gets is superb. Dad is happy here and that makes Mum and I settled in our minds....
The food is plentiful, rooms and common areas clean. Staff keep me updated on all aspects of Dad's care. Highly recommend this care home.
Have found Fornham House to be an excellent home. It is clean and as well run as can be in the current climate. Dad is well looked after and all of his needs are met. Food is very much to his liking and he enjoys banter with the staff. As a family, we have found that dad is much happier now he is...
Have found Fornham House to be an excellent home. It is clean and as well run as can be in the current climate. Dad is well looked after and all of his needs are met. Food is very much to his liking and he enjoys banter with the staff. As a family, we have found that dad is much happier now he is in company. He joins in some of the activities which are on offer. All in all, we are very pleased with Fornham House.
My mum spent the last year of her life at Fornham House Care Home. She was very happy there and her care was excellent. I am very grateful to all the staff there for taking such good care of her. I would have no hesitation in recommending them.
My mum spent the last year of her life at Fornham House Care Home. She was very happy there and her care was excellent. I am very grateful to all the staff there for taking such good care of her. I would have no hesitation in recommending them.
Situated in lovely grounds which are well looked after. Staff are very friendly with always a smile on their face. They also have a chat to everyone they meet. The care manager (or assistant not sure which) is very helpful and sorts out any problems you might have. Food is to mums likening as she...
Situated in lovely grounds which are well looked after. Staff are very friendly with always a smile on their face. They also have a chat to everyone they meet. The care manager (or assistant not sure which) is very helpful and sorts out any problems you might have. Food is to mums likening as she does not eat much. Could not wish for a better place for mum.
I have always been shown great friendliness by everyone in the home and been treated with the greatest respect. I am sorry there is such a big turnover of staff. The kitchen is good at offering me the small number of foods which I manage to swallow.
When I am ill, every effort is made for my...
I have always been shown great friendliness by everyone in the home and been treated with the greatest respect. I am sorry there is such a big turnover of staff. The kitchen is good at offering me the small number of foods which I manage to swallow.
When I am ill, every effort is made for my recovery which is great. I have had issues with some of the men from the agency, but the home makes an effort to please me over this.
I have a lovely room and the (18th century home is great, also the garden). I have been nicely looked after, the four years I have been here. I love the quizzes.
This has resulted in her getting back to her old self in a relatively short period of time. Though Forbham House is not a nursing home, I am most impressed with the efficiency of the staff in...
The home itself is ideally situated in a quiet, tranquil place which is very uplifting for all who visit and live there.
The setting of the home is lovely, with...
This is a care home I would recommend with confidence.
I have been a resident at Fornham House for just over two months and it is my intention to stay forever. The service is good, the staff are always helpful day and night. Food is good and always OK. The staff are there 24-hours and helpful.
I have been a resident at Fornham House for just over two months and it is my intention to stay forever. The service is good, the staff are always helpful day and night. Food is good and always OK. The staff are there 24-hours and helpful.
My father visited for three weeks respite care whilst family members were away. I was very pleased with the overall experience and so was my father. We will visit again and recommend to others.
My father visited for three weeks respite care whilst family members were away. I was very pleased with the overall experience and so was my father. We will visit again and recommend to others.
Very happy with the care provided. Great improvement since a new manager has started, my auntie is very happy here and content. Improvement with activities and now my auntie has a key worker.
Very happy with the care provided. Great improvement since a new manager has started, my auntie is very happy here and content. Improvement with activities and now my auntie has a key worker.
Although my mother only stayed at Fornham House for a short while, the love and care she received went well beyond our expectation. The staff were always cheerful respectful and willing to help in any way possible.
Although my mother only stayed at Fornham House for a short while, the love and care she received went well beyond our expectation. The staff were always cheerful respectful and willing to help in any way possible.
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I love the positive atmosphere here and enjoy getting to know our residents and their families. It’s a joy to see the team providing such thoughtful...
I love the positive atmosphere here and enjoy getting to know our residents and their families. It’s a joy to see the team providing such thoughtful care each day. I’ve completed my NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management, along with a range of other care-related qualifications and experience which I use everyday in my role at Fornham House.
I love coming to work each day, it really feels like a home from home. I’ve built great connections across the team and enjoy supporting residents...
I love coming to work each day, it really feels like a home from home. I’ve built great connections across the team and enjoy supporting residents from their very first day. I’ve completed my Level 5 in Adult Social Care and training in end-of-life care.
"I believe that it's important to be able to form good relationships with people, be good at cooking, budgeting and menu planning to be a successful...
"I believe that it's important to be able to form good relationships with people, be good at cooking, budgeting and menu planning to be a successful head chef in a care home. My favourite part of my day is cooking to a high standard and receiving positive feedback from residents."
I have over six years of care experience, which has given me the knowledge and empathy to support people living with dementia. I really enjoy meeting...
I have over six years of care experience, which has given me the knowledge and empathy to support people living with dementia. I really enjoy meeting new people and having conversations with our residents. It's amazing what you can learn from a simple chat. I enrich their lives by listening, being present, and building strong relationships with both residents and their families.
I love fixing things and working in a great team. With 30 years of ex-forces experience, plus a background in painting, decorating, gardening, and...
I love fixing things and working in a great team. With 30 years of ex-forces experience, plus a background in painting, decorating, gardening, and first response, I bring a wide range of skills to my role, and always make time for a chat or dance with the residents!
I love making a difference in residents' lives and supporting their independence, whether it's with daily tasks, online shopping, or a friendly chat. With over 20 years in hospitality, I’m passionate about creating a warm and supportive environment.
I’m proud to be part of such a supportive team, who helped me build my confidence when I first joined. I really enjoy getting to know our residents,...
I’m proud to be part of such a supportive team, who helped me build my confidence when I first joined. I really enjoy getting to know our residents, from helping with their day-to-day queries to sharing conversations and hearing their stories and experiences. Having completed my Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification, I’m now putting my skills into practice at Fornham House. I’ve also completed my Healthcare Homes training and have been involved in launching a new computer system.
I love welcoming visitors to the home and being a familiar, friendly face for residents, families and guests. I especially enjoy chatting with...
I love welcoming visitors to the home and being a familiar, friendly face for residents, families and guests. I especially enjoy chatting with residents throughout the day, whether at reception or while delivering their letters and parcels, and hearing their stories. My previous experience in hotel reception, as well as working in a primary and supported school setting, has given me valuable skills that I can bring to my role at Fornham House.
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