Dove Court

After being badly let down by another care provider in the area, I needed to find an alternative renew for temporary respite care for myself. I was drawn to Dove Court by their previous CQC rating of outstanding and by the many favourable and positive reviews on this website. I am so thankful I found Dove Court as I had a most enjoyable stay there. I was very impressed with the consistently high standard of care. the warm and friendly atmosphere in the home, the varied and enjoyable activities and frequent outings in the minibus vehicle, that is adapted for wheelchair users. Overall, a wonder and a very therapeutic stay. I feel so refreshed.

Rooms are well equipped, spacious and very homely. Having a little patio garden makes it extra special.

Clean, relaxed and freshly hatched chicks to hold, not only the resident's attention but mine also. It gave my friend a chance to talk to the other residents as I know he can be guarded at first.

I am enjoying the food and activities. Sitting outside and going out in the dove bug.

Always, when I come here I am very well welcomed. I find the staff very good. First thing they do is make me a cup of tea.

During the period my father was a resident at Dove Court he was treated with great respect and provided with excellent care by the staff. The care home is in a lovely setting and always seems clean and welcoming. The resident's needs are always considered and there are lots of activities and excursions provided. My father loved his time there. I would highly recommend it to anyone.

My mum moved Dove Court as she wasn't coping at home after my father passed away. We are so pleased to have found Dove Court. My mum is very happy and the staff are excellent; nothing is too much trouble for them. They take great care of her and the food is excellent. I'm currently living overseas and I'm confident that my mum is in excellent hands. The conservatory is lovely and my mum enjoys sitting there and talking to friends or reading. The patio is lovely for sitting out in the summer and enjoying the flowers and wonderful view. Overall we couldn't be happier with Dove Court.

They have all taken the time to get to know her as a person and notice if she isn’t her usual self. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Dove Court to anyone who is looking for care for a friend or relative.

My mother has been cared for extremely well and kept very comfortable. Our family couldn't have found better care for her anywhere else.

Everyone is very friendly and most importantly, attentive to residents needs. Meals take into account the personal likes and dislikes and a glass of wine is always served at lunch. My mother, who rarely wants to go out on the Dove bus, spends a lot of time in her room, which she is very pleased with and having her own TV is a godsend, as well as a well-tended patio garden. She also likes to wander around helping run the home and staff seem very happy to indulge her. All in all, after six months in and we are very confident she is being well cared for and if anything was amiss we would know straight away from staff or other residents. The only complaint we have is the hedge is so high it blocks the beautiful view for lower floor rooms.

Staff always very friendly and always ready to help.

My father-in-law likes Dove Court very much. The room he has is very clean and it's nice and quiet. The staff are always smiling and very friendly. The food is excellent.

Very pleased that my grandmother is being looked after so well.

Always friendly and helpful. Everyone is good with my friend.

Dove Court is a caring residential home and my mother is well looked after which gives me peace of mind. When I do have concerns they are taken on board.

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Nothing is too much trouble at Dove Court and I love the activities.

Whenever I visit Dove Court the staff greet me with a smile and an offer of a hot or cold drink. They all appear to be happy in the work they do with their residents. I always find a few residents sat in the lovely conservatory chatting and doing the daily crossword. The atmosphere is always so relaxed and friendly. My relative says that he would not want to be in any other home nothing is ever too much trouble and the activities and cooking are excellent.

Staff are always about without being too much involved when we visit, which is so nice. It is more homely for all of us.

Effort is made to cater for residents with a wider range of requirements from professional support for those with significant health issues, to thoughtful gestures to enhance the lives of more active residents. Daily activities and outings bring pleasure to many. Staff make an effort to make residents and family welcome and after a settling in period Dove Court succeeds in creating a sense of homeliness. When there are issues to be addressed, it is possible to approach staff to work out a solution. Food, care, housekeeping are of a consistent high standard.