Longview Care Home

My Mum has been in Longview for several years, after a long spell in hospital and suffering from dementia, a nurse in hospital told us about a very kind home that even came into the hospital to help feed and visit their residents. As a result of this chance endorsement, we visited the home and were delighted by what we saw. It wasn't the most modern but it felt right and it was. Putting mum into a home was one of the most difficult decisions we have ever had to make but Longview and the team there have proved that it was the right one. Throughout her stay, we cannot fault the service the staff turnover is low and so the service is personal, with lots of entertainment and personal attention. Obviously, everyone's needs are different but, we cannot fault the service and care that mum has received.

My mother, now 90, has been in Longview since 2015 as a result of her severe dementia. The staff, ably led by the proprietor have provided exemplary care throughout, dealing with frequent highly disturbed behaviour, and proactive in informing me whenever possible of planned medical treatment. The local GP surgery have also been very helpful in diagnosing infections and other physical conditions. The reassurance provided by such excellent care has been immense for me and my family when we are at an age when we also have significant health issues. It is high time the government provided far more finance to such care homes as a matter of urgency.

When we visited him we were also treated very well and always given refreshments. The staff were also very supportive to my mother if she got upset with how my father was behaving.

The owners and all the staff at Longview were very supportive to all of us when my husband, Dad, Grampy went into Longview. All the Management and staff were available to speak to at any time night or day. They gave us regular updates on my husband's health and wellbeing and they all became an extended part of our family. We could visit at any time and were made welcome. We cannot thank them enough for their help and compassion they have shown us.

I have a member of my family in the care of Longview for 2 years. Such is the quality of care, I consider their presence a real blessing in our lives. The home is run as a place of genuine healing, care and compassion, by owners who are professional and genuine in the attention they give to residents and families alike.

I run an organisation recognised at a leader in best practice for ISO9001:2015, quality and risk management. I understand standards, policies, processes and procedures at a high level. Longview excels.

I have had cause to take part in health, welfare and risk reviews at Longview. I have observed the owners and staff performing to a consistently high standard in all areas of their work.

I have personally benefited from their professionalism and kindness, as my family came to terms with the reality faced by my family member at Longview. I will be forever grateful and appreciative.

I recommend Longview, its owners and staff, without hesitation.

Mum is very vulnerable and her life is reaching the end, I could not be more content that Mum is in the best place, which gives me peace of mind at this stage of her life. Thank you Longview.

The manager came to the funeral and was happy to spend time talking to us. He and his staff are all wonderfully caring people, and, if anyone else has a difficult decision to make....don't worry.....your relative will be just fine at Longview.

I cannot recommend Longview highly enough!

There are regular fun activities of music and performance that are very stimulating for the residents and visitors alike. We were always made very welcome to come and visit at any time, and I am so very grateful for the owner's kind support and guidance given to Mum and myself during a rather difficult time regarding my father's dementia and stroke condition. I cannot thank Longview enough for the help they have provided.

My dad has been at Longview since November after coming from another residential home that was unable to deal with his challenging and unpredictable behaviour and his needs. The Manager and his team are amazing with my dad. The home is always very clean and well maintained. Dad is always clean and tidy. The staff are very caring and know and care for dad and all the residents and their individual needs. And his dignity is always maintained. He has settled in really well and is always happy and involved with the various activities that are on offer. I can’t thank the Manager and his team enough for making a very difficult time for us as a family less stressful. I would have no hesitation in recommending Longview for families looking for a home from home care setting.

My Mum has been at the home since Aug 2015, when her care became too much for us at home with her challenging behaviour. Mum settled in well at the care home where her needs were met although she was still quite challenging. The staff and manager are exceptional in the work that they do, and nothing is to much trouble for them. The care home is clean to a very high standard. I would highly recommend the care home for anyone looking for a well run establishment.

The Manager and his staff interact with my Dad and treat him with care and respect. The Manager and his team always have time to talk and update me on my Dad’s care. I firmly believe my Dad is in the best place for his illness.