Chiseldon Care Home

Thank you for everything.

My mother was resident at Seahorses for approximately two years. We were placed here by the hospital, as homes in Swindon were full. Any doubts I had about the home's suitability were quickly allayed. Mum soon settled into Seahorses and enjoyed the company of other residents, she especially loved the meals, which were excellent. Unfortunately, Mum caught Covid, but under staff care she pulled through. Mum's needs changed and she moved upstairs to a lovely room overlooking trees. The bright, warm and quiet accommodation was just right for her and family visiting at any time of the day always found her well, clean and with food and drink adapted to her needs. This week she was put on end-of-life care and I was grateful to the staff, who continued to show her care and deep affection. Thank you Seahorses for supporting Mum at the end of her long and fulfilling life.

Seahorses was just the care home environment we were seeking; relatively small scale, friendly, personable family atmosphere. Every time we visited Seahorses the staff were so welcoming, friendly and reassuring. My mother-in-law was very much at home in the relaxed and caring environment created by the wonderful team.

Very pleased with the care my Mum has received from day one. The home is small in comparison to some of the others we viewed but the service is more personal. The staff all know my Mum, they know her personality, what she likes and what she doesn’t. The staff are also fantastic with us (the family) always very friendly and communication is excellent. Would highly recommend it.

My parents are both residents at Sea Horses Care Home and have been for the past two years. They share a ground floor room with French windows and en-suite facilities which works very well for them. Whenever we visit we find the whole home including their room neat and tidy. Mum and Dad are happy and settled there and enjoy taking their meals in the conservatory dining area. The staff are always welcoming and friendly and they do a great job caring for my parents. Thanks everyone!

My wife went for respite, having cared for her for three years. But after her stay, we were so pleased how she had settled so applied for full care and have never looked back.

Visit every week. The staff go above caring for the residents. I can only congratulate them on how they cope with such vulnerable people. Would recommend Seahorses highly - which I do to friends that are looking for a care home.

My mother-in-law has been a resident for just over 2 years and she loves it! Staff are fantastic and friendly, we have eaten there on special occasions. The food is excellent, they often make different meals if residents don't like what's on the menu, can't fault effort given to residents and families. I work in the NHS and often recommend patients who may need this kind of care, first-rate.

A great choice for a care home for a loved one. My mother has been a resident here for just over 2 years and she loves being here, the staff are very kind and caring and the support they gave to my mum and us when she first went to live there was outstanding. Nothing is too much for them to help and they go above and beyond with their care, even to the extent of cooking her something different if she doesn’t like what is on the menu! The family is treated with kindness and respect and my mum is always having a laugh with the staff! I always recommend Seahorses Care Home to anyone I know who is thinking about making the difficult decision to put a loved one into care. I can’t praise them enough for what they do for my mum and her family.

Hello, after a stay in hospital, I needed a week in respite. Seahorses Care Hojme could not have been more helpful and reassuring from the minute they answered my call. The owners and every single member of staff here were wonderful, just what I need after a rather traumatic few weeks. They built me up with their regular bedside visits, regular and nutritional food 3 times a day. Nothing was too much trouble for any of the staff. They were all morale boosting, happy and hard working people, enthusiastic at all times. I heard and witnessed them dealing with others within Seahorses and can honestly say I would love if needed my 88 years old mother to be accommodated here. I would sleep easy knowing that she would be well looked after. When I left I had improved immensely, I believe this was down to my lovely light room and the attention I received at Seahorses.

We feel lucky to have become mum's‘ children’ again, all the care worries taken away.

My father has been at Seahorses since mid-November, just over 4-weeks, and I feel he is being well looked after. The care staff are really good with my dad, and all seem genuinely concerned for his welfare.

My husband has been at Seahorses since 25th November 2021. During this time, I have witnessed a very caring staff who respect the resident's variety that dementia reflects. They are welcoming to family when visiting.

More could be done to entertain with activities, card games, dominos, backgammon, chess, draughts.

Ever since my mother-in-law stayed, we've been made to feel like family. The staff and care are exceptional, and every resident is treated individually according to their needs. When you walk through the door, it feels like home, and would highly recommend it to anyone needing care for dementia. We've enjoyed every visit and will enjoy many more knowing our mum is safe, secure and being well cared for.

Overall, I couldn’t be happier that my nan is at Seahorses Care Home. She has settled in so well and so quickly too, which is completely due to the staff at the care home, who made her feel welcome and treated her like one of their family members from the offset. Seahorses treat every person in their care as an individual and love to get to know them and what they enjoy. There is not a one size fits all approach here.

The food at the care home is outstanding and is like a restaurant; the staff go above and beyond to deliver high quality and highly nutritious food for all.

Seahorses have been a Godsend to us all as a family, and we can rest easy knowing she is happy, safe and clean, as well as us gaining support and an extended family there.

I cannot speak highly enough of the care that my mum receives at Seahorses, and the staff are superb with her. My mum is always clean and tidy, her hair done, and with her jewellery on, and her room is immaculate. Whenever we visit, we are made to feel really welcome and are always offered a cup of tea. I love visiting Mum at Seahorses and honestly feel that I’m visiting her at home (her home), and she loves the staff there. It was really hard for us as a family to put Mum into care, but she has settled in so well, and she is really happy, and this is because the staff treat her like one of their own family. The staff at Seahorses have also been fantastic with my dad when he visits, and he stays for lunch with Mum, which is a huge comfort for us as we know he is also eating well. He loves visiting and often tells us he’s off to his favourite restaurant! The food is outstanding, nutritious and varied, and the residents are made to feel like they are in a restaurant.

My wife was put into care more suddenly than expected. Initially, we were a little unsure we had selected the right home for her. However, I quickly realised she was being given the very best care by a dedicated team of exceptionally good and kind carers. Both of our children totally agree with my opinion.

Seahorses have a very "positive" atmosphere. Residents are well attended to and at ease in the home. The staff and the owner are conscientious, polite and cheerful. The home offers good value for money.

Locked down immediately upon news of the pandemic to keep residents and staff safe. My friend was always clean and happy when we visited, including those times we simply dropped in without prior notice. My friend adores the staff and is comfortable, safe and "at home". The enclosed garden is lovely.