Harleston House

My husband was in the above care home for just two months. I was always pleased with the care given to him and liked the fact I was always welcome, and could spend time with him every day. This was very important to me.

I just cannot praise this Home and staff highly enough.

My father went into Harleston House in February 2014 and past away November 2015. From the time he went in the staff were brilliant with him, and he was not an easy man to deal with. At the end of his life they gave him 24 hour care and actually the manager was with dad when he slipped away. This in my opinion was over and above my expectations of them. As an only son now 65 years they made my life easy because I did not have to worry about dad I knew he was in safe hands.

Absolutely superb care at all times. My father loved the home and he was not just cared for but felt safe and loved. I can not praise all the staff and managers enough. The last years of my fathers life was full of love and care. Thank you all.

Harleston House looked after my mother for four years up to April 2015 and during this time also cared for my father for a period of about six months in 2013. The staff provided an excellent standard of care to my parents and also considerable support to the family - not just on a personal level but also in dealings with agencies such as Social Services and various NHS departments.

What they gave me and other family members was a feeling of confidence that our parents were being looked after not just in a professional manner but also by staff who genuinely cared. This eases considerably any anxieties family may have especially as many lived in other parts of the country.

I would recommend Harleston House to anyone in the Lowestoft area looking for a high quality care home.

My mum has been a resident at Harleston Care Home for over three years, she has dementia and has been looked after extremely well by all the staff, who's care, commitment and dedication to their job's help her challenging behaviour and needs. The staff are always friendly and helpful and really seem to enjoy being with all the residents. There is a very enthusiastic activities team, and the food is of a very good standard. The home is kept in excellent order and is very clean inside and out. I feel very fortunate to have found such an outstanding home for my mum.

The staff really care about the individuals and make sure everything is okay. As soon as there is any issue with health the doctor is contacted straight away. The activities laid on and varied. The meals are excellent. I couldn't have placed my mum in a better place, it is comforting to know that she is safe and well cared for. The staff and manager do a terrific job and I would gladly recommend them.

Brilliant - the Manager of Harleston House does her position to the highest standards. Brilliant - the staff are dedicated and professional in every way and give me total respect.

My mother feels that she is being genuinely cared for, rather than being 'in care'. All the staff, housekeeping, catering, personal care and management demonstrate a positive 'client focus' which enables my mother to maintain her individual personality and sense of independence regardless of her increasing physical frailty and cognitive decline.

Mum has now been a resident of Harleston House for over two years. She has good and bad days in herself, however the staff handle her very well. She is always well presented, clean and cheerful. The room is well maintained, bright and fresh. She enjoys the activities which are provided and gives them all a chance to participate in a memory jogging experience. Highly recommended.

I have been going to this place for nearly five years. I trust all the staff as they are friendly to me and my wife and the other patients. I am slightly disabled myself and I am treated more or less as a patient.

A very good home. Friendly staff . Always clean and a lovely smell. Fresh flowers always. A lovely greeting and first impression when entering.

Dad is provided with a wide variety of home cooked foods, which always look appetising, and adjustments made to his care are made as his individual needs develop. He seems very very settled and happy in his own way, and we couldn't be more satisfied. Thank you so much.

When hearing a Christmas party had been arranged by a local hotel for the residents of Harleston House I wondered how successful it would be. However 36 residents were transported to the venue where they were entertained by a live band including singers, and fed a lovely buffet, their faces were a picture as even if they weren't able to join in the dancing, they enjoyed watching those that could. The carers were on constant watch to make sure everyone was happy. A minibus was there to return anybody who became tired before the time arranged to leave it was incredible I was really impressed.

My mother has dementia and Alzheimer's and when she entered home was in a very anxious, confused and stressed state. Harleston House staff understood her condition and settled her into the home within just days. The transformation in my mothers happiness and confidence was enormous and she is now content, happy, confident, chatty and feels valued and has a really good quality of life. The home organises many activities both in and outside the home, which keeps residents occupied, feeling valued and happy. It is the best home I could have wished my mum to be in.

After having inspected several care homes in this area we were recommended to Harleston House. The brochure seemed quite impressive and upon inspection we were delighted with what we saw. The building was in excellent condition in pleasant surroundings and entry area welcoming yet secure. Interior was spacious and well equipped with comfortable furniture and bedrooms en suite and spotless. Above all we experienced very fresh and sweet air everywhere! The staff have always been helpful and caring in everyway. Daily menus are provided in the dining room for each table and the food is very good. Visitors are always welcomed and refreshments offered. Regular activities are organised for the patients. Top class!

My mother became a resident at Harleston House in November 2007 due to her mobility and onset of dementia, her care was impeccable. She was treated with dignity and love right up until she passed away at the home in March 2013. My father became unable to remain in his home in March 2011 after a series of mini strokes and joined my mother at Harleston House where he still lives. I cannot thank the staff enough for the care and love they have both received while living there. The staff have become good friends and i can have peace of mind 24/7.

I would like to say how well I think Harleston House is run. The level of care and support to each resident is extremely good. It is heart warming to see such respect given to the residents. I would not hesitate in recommending Harleston House to anyone who is looking for a good care package.