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Sunnymeade

Helliers Close, Chard, Somerset TA20 1LJ
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Sunnymeade is a 47 bedded care home for up to 50 people, made up of a mix of rooms with and without ensuite shower rooms.

Sunnymeade offers support, caring for a variety of individuals including those with dementia, learning disabilities, mental health issues etc.

The home is surrounded by easily accessible, well kept gardens with areas to sit and dine in the garden and parking for visitors.

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Care Provided by Sunnymeade

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 50 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential Care£1,050 - £1,350£1,250 - £1,550
Residential Dementia Care£1,150 - £1,450£1,350 - £1,650
Our Care Home fees are all-inclusive. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Meals
- Activities
- Designated care advisor
- Support with funding
- 24-hour care updates via our app
- Housekeeping
- Laundry

- And more.

In fact, we have NO HIDDEN FEES and will never ask you to pay more than your agreed weekly fee.

Contact Sunnymeade to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self-Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Ross Stocker-Drew (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2025
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (42)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (7)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (4)

Visiting

  • There are no restrictions to visiting times. Visitors are always welcome to visit the home and join their friend/Loved one for meals. Pets are also always welcome.

Parking

  • Limited parking in car park, however parking on the street adjourning the home.

Sunnymeade Reviews (41)

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9.4

Sunnymeade has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.392) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Sunnymeade has 41 reviews.

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Review from Ruth S (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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I cannot fault them. My mother has only been here a short time and in that times I have been very impressed with the kindness the staff have given my mother. She has had to have a ambulance called twice while being here, and both times the staff have kept me informed every step of the way. I walk away knowing that I don't need to worry about mum, which means a lot, she's having the care that she needs.

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Review from Carrie W (Wife of Resident) published on 10 April 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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When first moved into Sunnymeade my husband was very weak and needed help to do most anything after being in hospital quite a while. Family and myself pleased to see him now doing so, though a little messy. I am pleased to see him looking well, and tidy on the whole, though he is now needing a frame to walk with. The staff are friendly and helpful, though are busy, and the meals seem good.

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Review from J P (Son of Resident) published on 30 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very pleased with care overall. We have had a few issues with falls etc but I have always been informed of the incident. All staff have been good from what I have seen. Some however have been fantastic. Shannon in particular has built up a great relationship and deserves recognition.

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Review from Tracey D (Stepdaughter of Resident) published on 30 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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My step father, Doug was admitted to Sunnymeade in May 2024. The support and care for him was good. Since Ross joined as manager, the home really went up a notch. Whilst things were fine before, you could really see the difference his involvement made. Communication improved and the standard of care became much more inclusive.
Doug required a lot of involvement from Ross, and Zoe, due to his change in needs, and they fought for his rights and dignity every step of the way.

Doug was clearly well cared for and was comfortable and happy at Sunnymeade. I am very grateful to them all for everything they did for Doug and the support and respect they showed to me along the way.

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Review from Z D (Friend of Resident) published on 27 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have found all the staff at Sunnymeade take care to look after residents with care and attention to individual needs. They have kept me informed regularly and make time if I need to discuss anything. The GP who attends Sunnymeade takes care to keep me informed and is readily available if I need to talk.

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Review from A G (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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My dad's quality of life has vastly improved since moving to Sunnymeade. He is extremely content, feels safe in his surroundings and with the staff and very much appreciates living here. Both myself and my sister can rest easy in the fact that our dad is being so well cared for. Thank you so much.

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Review from Andrew C (Son of Resident) published on 2 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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We have always found the staff at Sunnymeade to be friendly, caring, and genuinely committed to the residents. They work long hours, yet they are consistently helpful and informative. The home itself is laid out nicely, creating a comfortable and welcoming environment.
Since Mum has been at Sunnymeade, we've seen a lot of building work taking place, which shows that Agincare are investing in improving the facilities. The home always looks clean and well cared for. The dining area is always laid out nicely too, which adds to the pleasant atmosphere.

Overall, we feel Mum is in good hands and well looked after.

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Review from Margaret V (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 February 2026 Submitted via Website
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All the care staff were kind, friendly, patient and nothing ever seemed to be too much trouble. The staff were all welcoming. They always appeared to deal with mum exactly the way she wanted. Mum didn't want to partake in very many of the activities as she was a private person but that did not matter. The only fault I can find is that she was bothered by other residents entering her room sometimes at night, being those who sadly did not know where they were. Mum could have locked herself in her room but that wasn't something she or I wanted to happen

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Review from A M (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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Although my Mum was sadly not a, resident of Sunnymeade for a very long period of time, she was really happy there, for which i am very grateful.
I cannot praise the staff at Sunnymeade enough. They were kind, caring and loving towards my Mum and she was very well looked after.
She particularly enjoyed the varied activities in the lounge and the staff seemed to understand her cheeky sense of humour.
She had a lovely, light and airy room and her clothes were well cared for by the laundry service.
I cannot fault Sunnymeade at all and would certainly recommend it.

Thank you for the kind and sensitive care that my Mum received.

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Review from C C (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have always found the staff very helpful and friendly. Am always kept advised about my mother and feel relaxed knowing she is being cared for. Renovations that have been done are very good. Would highly recommend the home. Have no worries as am so pleased with how her care is being handled.

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Review from Trevor M (Son of Resident) published on 21 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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We have always been very happy with the care Mum has received at Sunnymeade and would thoroughly recommend to anyone.

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Review from Liz H (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Our mother is settled and happy. Her accommodation is clean and well-presented. The staff are friendly and helpful - always welcoming when family visit.

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Review from Ray C (Son of Resident) published on 9 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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Friendly, welcoming environment, staff are happy and caring. Mum is happy and healthy, which puts our minds at rest. Mum enjoys the excellent food and entertainment as well as sitting quietly looking at the garden flowers, birds and squirrels from her lounge.

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Review from Jacqui C (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 August 2024 Submitted via Website
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I visit Mum as often as possible, as I live a long journey away, on all my visits Mum always looks happy and healthy, she is always nicely dressed and her hair looks lovely. Mum has regular visits to the hairdressers which she enjoys. Mum always has a good choice of meals The staff are always very helpful and friendly and there if needed. The home as a whole has a nice friendly feel about it.

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Review from G S (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Very happy with Mum's respite stay, right from the preliminary visit to discharge. All staff we met were kind and conscientious. Lovely welcome with flowers and a card. Room provided all that was needed, peace and quiet, a view onto the garden but easy access to the communal area where people can make their own drinks and snacks and so maintain some independence. Pleasant laid-back atmosphere. Mum enjoyed having hair and nails done, as well as the activities she attended. She loved having baths, and a warm drink each night, a real treat.

Can't fault communication with Sunnymeade during her stay, staff easily accessible and very reassuring. They were extremely understanding and patient, which allowed us some relaxation time. We knew Mum was in good hands.

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Review from M G (Resident / Service User) published on 7 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very pleased with the staff in Sunnymeade; they are very good. The only complaint I have is with the food, which is very poor. Also, they come into my room at 6 am. I don't have any medication from them, but they still come in to wake me up, sometimes during the night as well.

Reply from Somerset Care, Somerset Care at Sunnymeade

Thank you for leaving a review for Sunnymeade, and for your lovely feedback about the Sunnymeade team. We were unaware that you have been unhappy with the food - please do speak to us about this so that our kitchen team can address any concerns you may have. We are also happy to revisit your care...  

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Review from Pat G (Wife of Resident) published on 7 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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My husband is in Sunnymeade and is happy he gets on well with the other people in the home. His only point is the food quality, which is not good. They have two choices at lunchtime, one being vegan, which older people do not like. They'd prefer food that they have had all their lives (meat and veg), not a new fashion, which is tasteless and bland. The staff are great and look after him well.

Reply from Somerset Care, Somerset Care at Sunnymeade

Dear Pat, many thanks for taking the time to share your feedback for Sunnymeade - we are glad to hear that your husband is happy, settled and pleased with the care he receives. We were, however, sorry to read your comments about food choices. Our in-house kitchen team cater for a range of dietary...  

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Review from Janet P (Resident / Service User) published on 31 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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It is very nice here, and all the staff are very good to me.

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Review from Pauline S (Resident / Service User) published on 30 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Well cared for.

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Review from Margaret M (Resident / Service User) published on 30 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Quiet friendly.
Very nice staff.

The food is very nice.

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Meet the Team (2)

Ross Stocker-Drew
Ross Stocker-DrewJob Title:Registered ManagerJoined: 2025

Ross has been the Manager since August 2025. Having over 20 years experience in the care sector, 6 as a registered manager.

He has experience in many different areas within the care sector from Elderly, learning disabilities and young adults with mental health conditions.

Heather Vicary
Heather VicaryJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 2002

Heather has worked at Sunnymeade for over 20 years, being the deputy manager for approximately 5 years.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunnymeade

What types of Care is Sunnymeade registered for?

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

How many Rooms does Sunnymeade have?

There are 42 Single Rooms and 4 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Sunnymeade?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Sunnymeade to the centre of Chard?

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

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