What types of Care is Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment & Eating Disorders are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What are the Facilities & Services at Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth?

Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth to the centre of Weymouth?

1.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth, 93B, Wyke Road, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 9QS

Review from Jane W (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Mum has lived at Chestnuts for over two years now. She has Alzheimer's so is dependent on staff for everything, but the small size of the home means staff really know the residents and the minimal staff turnover provides consistency of support and care.
It was hard for us all when she moved in, but

the staff have been very supportive and have made Mum feel at home. The few issues that have arisen whilst Mum has been a resident have been dealt with quickly and professionally, which has given us a lot of confidence in the home.
There is a real family, homely feel to Chestnuts and many of the staff really go the extra mile for the residents.

Reply from Samantha Adkins, Manager at Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth

Thank you so much for your thoughtful words. We are truly honoured to have cared for your mum over the past two years, and we are happy that Chestnuts has become a place of comfort and trust for your…read more

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Review from Sarah B (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 July 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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It is fun coming to Chestnuts. The staff are very friendly and look after mum very well. Mum is happy and content at Chestnuts. There is lots going on which stimulates her. It would be good if she could go out more. But the staff work very hard to ensure the residents are entertained.

Reply from Samantha Adkins, Manager at Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased to hear your mum is happy and content at Chestnuts and you find the atmosphere welcoming and friendly. It means a great deal to our team. We also…read more

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Review from Bryan L (Husband of Resident) published on 6 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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My wife has now completed just over two months in Chestnuts Residential Care Home. The first few weeks were pretty traumatic for all of us but she now appears to be settling seamlessly into care home life. Over the past few weeks, she seems to be more relaxed and contented than she has been in a long

while, no doubt due to the excellent care and attention she is receiving. The phrase 'home from home' is frequently used in relation to care homes and I can't think of a better way of describing the atmosphere at Chestnuts. The staff are always friendly and happy to talk about any concerns. It is comforting for myself and the family to know that she is being so well cared for and hopefully, we have found the perfect care home to meet my wife's long-term care needs.

Reply from Pauline Moran, Deputy Manager at Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth

Thank you so much, Bryan, for explaining your experience with Chestnuts. We are very glad to read it. Really appreciate your time taken for this.
I am sure this review will be helpful for people…read more

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Review from Sarah S (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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My mum went into the Chestnuts Residential Care Home initially for respite care, she had her own room which was light and of good size; it had an ensuite toilet and hand wash basin. A really nice room that was kept very clean and tidy.
The carers were so very caring and so empathetic and professional

at all times. Nothing was too much trouble for any of the staff. My mum felt very well cared for and very safe in Chestnuts and my brother and I can't thank all the staff enough for their compassion towards my mum and us. The standard of care was excellent throughout my mum's stay.

Reply from Samantha Adkins, Manager at Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth

Thank you for your time taken to write a lovely review for us. We really appreciate this.

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Review from Sue S (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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My mother is really happy at Chesnuts Residential Care Home. She and I find the staff very friendly. They encourage my mother to mix but understand if she wants some alone time. She loves having her hair and nails done.
Her sparkle has returned and that is due to the care provided.

Reply from Samantha Adkins, Registered Manager at Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth

Really appreciate you giving such a lovely review. Glad that we could make a difference. Thank you so much.

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Review from Paul W (Son of Resident) published on 5 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report

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My elderly mother was independently living in her own home but urgently needed respite care to allow her to be fit enough for an operation. Initially, my mum was very cautious about leaving her home even though it was for a limited time (three weeks) but Chestnuts was brilliant in being able to accommodate

my mum at very short notice and making her feel very welcome. She settled in very quickly and her health improved as they provided what I would view as a comprehensive care package as they have an excellent relationship with the local GP practice. The staff are always attentive and provide a steady flow of information on my mum despite the current Covid restrictions in place. My mum has really enjoyed her stay at Chestnuts, particularly the food and social activities have been her highlight.

Reply from Sinto Antony, Director at Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth

Thank you so much for the great review.
We are very happy that our care package has really helped your mother. Well done Chestnuts team.

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Review from Steph W (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report

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It is difficult to give a complete review at the moment as we can only visit Mum twice a week in her room. She has been at Chestnuts for a few years and certainly pre Covid restrictions were imposed we were very happy with her care and with the home. It has been very difficult for us to maintain contact

up to the point when one person was allowed inside as Mum could not cope with window visits. Sometimes it seemed that the visiting regime was behind what was allowed by the government but it did keep all residents safe and kept Covid out of the home for which we are grateful.

Mum is always well dressed, clean and well cared for and seems happy at Chestnuts.

Reply from Sinto Antony, Director at Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth

Thank you so much, Steph, for the review. Much appreciated.

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Review from Brian W (Resident) published on 8 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report

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I have been living at Chestnuts for two years, I am very content here, the staff are very caring and kind to me, I couldn't have found a better home, we are like a big family.
I would like to thank the owner, manager and all the carers for their support over the last two years.

Reply from Sinto Antony, Director at Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth

Thank you so much, Brian. We are very grateful for such a fantastic review from a resident. Much appreciated. Many thanks to our great team.

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Review from Hilary S (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report

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Mum has been a resident at Chestnuts Residential Care Home since February 2021 and has settled in really well. All of the staff and carers have been amazing helping her to adjust to her new surroundings and taking care of her with the utmost kindness and patience. She has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s

and Vascular dementia. She is sleeping well and now enjoying a good varied diet, she has now got great colour in her face. Mum is now joining in with the many and varied activities, particularly the art and craft-based events. She is also enjoying the beautiful garden, something she always loved. The owner, manager, deputy manager and their team keep me updated regularly with news of my mum and I am able to visit weekly with all Covid regulations fully upheld. Everything has been done to make Mum's bedroom comfortable and homely in this lovely home from home.
I highly recommend Chestnuts.

Reply from Sinto Antony, Director at Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth

Thank you so much, Hilary. It's a great testimony for our lovely home away from home service. Much appreciated. Many thanks to our great team at Chestnuts.

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Review from Terry S (Son of Resident) published on 24 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report

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Mum has just moved into Chestnuts Residential Care Home during Covid lockdown. The day could not have gone better. Mum has mild dementia so we were concerned that the stress of moving would cause her to be confused and agitated. The staff were so welcoming and attentive that Mum felt immediately at

home. Other residents joined in welcoming Mum. Within half an hour Mum was eating her first lunch and getting to meet all the team. The manager and deputy manager could not have been more helpful prior to admission day, providing pictures and videos (we could not visit the home). All questions were answered (there were a lot!) and communication with each other meant there was no confusion, and all their team were aware of Mum's needs. We are all hopeful that Mum will enjoy her time in Chestnuts.

Reply from Sinto Antony, Director at Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth

Thank you so much for the fantastic review. Much appreciated. We are a lovely, small home and always go the extra to make a difference to residents and families. We know it’s the initial days with…read more

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Review from Sue C (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 14 December 2020 Submitted via Website • Report

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What a wonderful home with such caring staff. I know life would have been so different for mum if we had not found Chestnuts. Mum has Alzheimer’s, and the care and fantastic activities programme she gets is perfection. Mum does not know us now, but as a family, to see her smiling and enjoying life on

photos Chestnuts sends us shows how happy she is and enjoying the life she has there, which puts our mind at rest, especially as we are miles away and not be able to see her. We have also had FaceTime with her, which the home sorted. We are kept in the loop with mums care etc every step of the way. I highly recommend the Chestnuts, and thank them for being there.

Reply from Sinto Antony, Director at Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth

Thank you so much Sue for your lovely review. Much appreciated. All credits goes to our fantastic team. We always go an extra mile to make a difference to our residents and families.

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Review from M R (Son of Resident) published on 24 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report

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The care that the staff of Chestnuts gave my father during his stay exceeded my expectations. My first visit to Chestnuts I could see that my father who was suffering from Parkinson's had responded to that care and attention that he was receiving, he was more alert and "with it" that he had been for

a long time.

Reply from Sinto Antony, Director at Chestnuts Residential Care Home, Weymouth

Thank you so much for your kind words. Much appreciated. We have a fantastic team at Chestnuts.

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Review from Debbi C (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report

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I would like to thank you and your staff so much for what you are doing to keep mum and everyone else at Chestnuts safe during this time, it is very much appreciated by my brother and myself, you are all doing such an amazing job in these difficult times. Mum is so happy, she has really thrived and

she really could not be in a better place.

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Review from Jayne C (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 September 2019 Submitted via Website • Report

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My Mum spent 18 wonderful months at the Chestnuts. When we realised it was time for Mum to be looked after, I spent many hours going around different care homes in Weymouth. As soon as I walked into the Chestnuts, I was taken with the "homely" feeling and warmest of the home. Mum settled in immediately

and the carers soon became like an extended family. She enjoyed the afternoon activity events, loved the food and made many friends there. I could visit Mum at any time and was always welcomed with a smile and a cup of tea. In her final days, her care was so personal and warm. They decorated her room with butterflies on the walls and moved her bed so she could see out of the window into the garden. She received the best care possible and was always treated with respect and dignity. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending the Chestnuts.

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Review from William G (Friend of Resident) published on 2 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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With a friend of our staying at Chestnuts, it was made easy for another very good friend of ours to be taken into their care.
She is 92 and still very active, so she really does appreciate the staff's care of her and her needs.
We have noticed how kind and friendly the staff have been to us, making

us very welcome whenever we have visited.

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Review from Monica C (Cousin of Resident) published on 29 July 2019 Submitted via Website • Report

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During the time my cousin was resident there, I was more than impressed with the caring and friendly staff and the whole atmosphere of the home. It really was a home from home. He enjoyed his time there and enjoyed the companionship of the other residents. Having lost his wife a few years before, he

appreciated that the staff looked after him and cared for him. Chestnuts is small enough to be just like a large family home, with all the benefits that it entailed.

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Review from Christine Y (Goddaughter of Resident) published on 29 July 2019 Submitted via Website • Report

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Chestnuts is a small but very homely home with a family-friendly atmosphere. The ensuite rooms are basic, but the additional shower/bathing facilities make up for this.
My godfather resided at the home for nearly three years, until his demise this year. On arrival, he was made to feel welcome and

although he suffered with dementia, he was treated with dignity and respect and always looked cared for, clean and tidy. He was by nature a quiet gentleman, but he joined into the atmosphere and took part in the many activities provided. When we visited he always appeared happy and he certainly enjoyed the good home cooking. He once commented 'I am so lucky that you found me this lovely hotel'. Towards the end of his life, the staff were extremely dedicated and caring and I am so grateful for the palliative care provided in his own room.

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Review from Martyn O (Son of Resident) published on 29 July 2019 Submitted via Website • Report

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A dedicated team of staff who provide excellent individualised care in a home from home environment.
A wide range of enjoyable activities and outings are available.
Safe environment assessed on individual needs.
My mum has been here since August 2018 and we are grateful to have found a small home.

that caters for her needs enabling her to live life to her full potential.
Regular updates are available either by phone or email.
The ability to have your own possessions and furniture is beneficial.

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Review from Susan S (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report

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Chestnuts Care Home has very patient and understanding staff, they have been very good at keeping me informed about concerns with my mum. I try to get to see her as often as possible but I know she is in good hands.