The Old Vicarage

My aunt has been a resident here for a while now. She is very happy here, and the staff are wonderful. Unfortunately, as I do not live close, I do not get to see her as much as I would like to, but knowing how lovely the staff and care home are. I feel so pleased to know that she is safe and well. Thank you all!

My mother moved in 2024 and from the first day the experience, staff, care and attention surpassed our expectations. My mother's life has improved since moving in due to the 24hr care which is personal and without any restrictions. The food is above average and specific diet requirements are managed without exception. Overall, cannot rate it higher as it is 10/10.

In the 3+ years my mother-in-law has been in this home she has been treated with total respect and dignity. The staff are all so kind and caring. The rooms are comfortably furnished and the food is tasty, varied and well presented. Communication between the care manager, staff and family members is always honest and of key importance. My mother in law has always been extremely happy at The Old Vicarage.

Mum is very happy at The Old Vicarage and I have piece of mind that she is cared for on all levels very well. Mum has gained weight and is very healthy. Her immobility is cared for very well and made as easy as possible when she leaves her room. Whatever time of the day I visit I am always made welcome by the staff.

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My aunt chose the Old Vicarage after we did lots of research and she tried out another place. Since entering the Old Vicarage she had no doubts it was for her. The atmosphere and friendliness are really striking. The manager was extremely helpful with her relocation. There are plentiful activities and the care is attentive. My aunt and her relatives are all very pleased that she is at the Old Vicarage.

A wonderful home for an old man, I really enjoy living there. The management and staff are always encouraging and caring. Everyone is friendly and easy to talk to whether it is about my care or world or local news. The food is excellent with the chefs always looking for new and original recipes so it is never boring, there is no question of a revolving routine menu

My aunt was on good form and judging from the social media page photos a lot of the residents spent the festive few days at the home and there were a variety of activities that were enjoyed by all.

My relative has been in The Old Vicarage for almost 10 months which has proven to be the absolute best decision and care that my relative could ever have. They are a great team and provide the best care and one-to-one with their residents. The progress my relative has made since moving to The Old Vicarage has been remarkable. I can't praise them enough for all they do. I would highly recommend this care home for anyone who is looking for the perfect care for their loved ones.

Good to know that the resident is well cared for and in a happy and secure environment in their own room surrounded by their own belongings. Nice to see that the garden has finally been tidied up and is a peaceful haven for residents.

During this time, she has been quite ill but was so well cared for here, with never any mention of the possibility of being sent to the hospital; since then, with all the care and love from the staff, she has made a wonderful recovery.

The Old vicarage is like home from home, it’s a cosy, happy environment. My grandmother has been absolutely happy and content for the six years that she has stayed. As a family we know that she is well cared for and treated with respect and love at all times. The Old Vicarage is spotlessly clean and the food is great, I cannot fault it.

My father is a difficult resident, he walks with a zimmer frame but is secure in The Old Vicarage. He is able to be independent and leaves each day to walk to town and get his exercise. He is very well looked after and the staff are lovely and friendly. The Old Vicarage is like one big family.

We have never visited our relative to find them in anything other than clean clothes and never had to listen to our relative complain so much as once in all 6 years she has been living at The Old Vicarage. Super carers delivering consistency in standards across all aspects of caring for grandmother.

My dad left Warrington, his home town, at the age of 100 so the whole family was very nervous about moving him, not only from his own home but to a nursing home 200 miles away. Whilst my dad physically needed a great deal of help, mentally he was on the ball and knew what he wanted in his new surroundings. From the very first day, both my dad and the family were very impressed with the staff at The Old Vicarage, nothing was too much for them and my dad was treated as an individual not a male patient in Room 19 or whatever. The staff went out of their way to make him feel comfortable and at home. I cannot speak too highly of the manager and all of the staff for making my dad's time at the home so comfortable and giving him all the attention he needed. I and other members of the family visited the home on a daily basis and we were welcomed with open arms and I always found my dad was comfortable and grateful for the care and attention paid to him.

The home is extremely well run which is underpinned by the ethos that the residents quality of life, care and needs are paramount, regardless of their situation.

Mum has been in The Old Vicarage since January 2023 after being diagnosed with dementia and I was apprehensive as to how she would be as she has always been very independent. I had no need to have any concerns as from the moment we arrived the staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly, taking mum for tea in the lounge and introducing other residents. The manager and the staff are very approachable and mum has been very comfortable and settled in well, she is far more relaxed and I look forward to our visits. Her room is very comfortable with wonderful views over the garden and I am fully confident that all mum's medical needs are being met. I am very happy to recommend The Old Vicarage if you are looking for a residential home for your loved one. (The food looks and smells amazing!)

When Dad arrived at The Old Vicarage we were unsure if it was the right place or if he needed a dedicated nursing home as his health had deteriorated significantly in the previous months. When he arrived he needed 2 people to assist him with his balance and had become largely chair bound. With gentle love and care the transformation in my Father was wonderful to see. He was soon walking with only the assistance of his zimmer, loving going to the banquet table for lunch and dinner and was clearly very comfortable in this home from home. The attentive and loving staff enjoyed a laugh and joke with my Dad and they very soon became his friends along with the other residents. With The Old Vicarage having less than 20 residents all the staff get to know all the residents well and the warmth of the relationships makes the home such a happy place. I visited very regularly and at different times and every time the home was warm and friendly with smiles on both the resident's and staff's faces.

When our mother arrived at The Old Vicarage she was very unwell, frail and frightened. The kind, gentle and supportive staff here spent time talking to her, helping her to settle in and encouraging her in every way. Within a very short time, she had grown in confidence and was walking again, enjoying time in the garden, and looking forward to meals in a way she hadn’t for at least a year. All staff (domestic, care, catering and managers) were 100% caring whilst also being totally professional. Our mother only spent two months here before her death but I can honestly say it had been a long time since she felt so safe and so hopeful about life. She so enjoyed the time staff spent with her and the conversations they shared.

Mum is so happy and settled at The Old Vicarage and the care she receives is second to none. The staff are always cheerful and welcoming and we are very grateful for all their hard work in keeping the residents safe and free from covid during the recent pandemic. Mum is very sociable and enjoys all the various activities that are arranged for the residents - particularly the musical ones!