Woodlands Quaker Home

I'm so glad we chose this care home and I would have no hesitation in recommending it as the staff go above and beyond for the residents.

Thank you to all the carers and staff for the exceptional care you provided. We are extremely grateful and would highly recommend this care home.

My mom came to woodlands july 2024 she received the best care I could of wished for. All the staff were wonderful,caring and helpful especially towards the end of mom's life not only giving mom the best care but they also looked after me during this awful time thankyou to all the staff.

I always felt sure that Mum was in safe hands - would thoroughly recommend!

Woodlands are the most thoughtful caring people there can possibly be. Loving and kind, nothing is too much trouble for them. I thank the lord that Woodlands Quaker Home was founded. All monies go back into the home, no expensive Porsche on the car park belonging to the owner, oh no, not at Woodlands. The residents come first, second and third. Thank you Woodlands, words are truly not enough. Every care home in Britain should be run on these lines, what a different place care for the elderly would be in Britain if it were. We as a family love Woodlands! My aunt needed extra special attention, so she was in the spiny section, and it really helped us knowing she was with people who loved and cared for her, a massive help to my auntie, a massive help to us. One of the staff even face timed my auntie whilst she was away on holiday, just to keep the continuity of familiarity for my auntie whilst she was away from her. This member of staff is a very special person. Thank you.

After a poor respite experience elsewhere, we moved Mum to Woodlands in Oct 2023. From our first meeting, the manager showed compassion and professionalism that stood out. Her leadership filters through the whole team - admin, care staff, kitchen, and maintenance - all of whom were friendly and professional. We valued continuity of care, and many long-serving staff brought comfort to Mum, who was living with dementia, and helped us build trust. It wasn't about luxury but compassionate, consistent care - which Woodlands delivered every day. The team knew Mum as a person, not just a resident, and supported her and us through her final months with empathy and dignity. We are so grateful for the care she received and would wholeheartedly recommend Woodlands to any family facing the difficult decision of finding the right home.

There is a real sense of community and activities are regularly undertaken including arts and crafts and age appropriate music, along with seasonal celebrations.

They kept us upto date on care needs and informed of activities, it was very inclusive with the family.

We visited a few different care homes before this and found this to be the perfect fit and it was. Thank you Woodlands and the spinney for all you have done for our family.

The care home is of very high standard. The management where very helpful arranging a wheelchair taxi on the first day. All the staff and management are dedicated.

I witnessed exceptionally compassionate end-of-life care for my aunt from all of the staff at the care home. This came on top of over a decade of superb care she received there. I cannot praise them highly enough for not only doing their job, but for going so much further in ensuring that my aunt was cared for, was nursed, and had someone with her as much as was feasibly possible throughout the final days of her life. Everybody who I encountered there was thoroughly professional and compassionate to an exceptional extent. They didn't just care, they were truly truly caring. I should add that I have nothing but praise for every aspect of the home, from the financial diligence through the general management and the demeanour of those at the sharp end of things. The home has a wonderful atmosphere and I feel truly blessed that my aunt was able to live there for so many years.

Mum resided at The Woodlands from February 2022 until June 2024. All aspects of her care were excellent. The final three months of her life were spent in the home where her care was exemplary. The path through dementia is complicated and the home manager, was willing to explain to me how Mum was changing and how her care plan needed to adapt accordingly. Mum's needs were always met and on the rare occasion I felt I had an issue it would be promptly and thoroughly dealt with. I recommend Woodlands Care Home unreservedly.

I have been here for four weeks now - initially, we wanted the room for my husband, but I had a major operation so am using the room for myself until he is ready to come here. I cannot fault any of the staff or management, this feels like I have moved home. The rooms are really good. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff, and the food is also superb and served with tablecloths and flowers on the tables. There is something for the residents most days, and they are encouraged to take part. The gardens are beautiful. I know my husband will be well looked after and treated properly. Definetly five stars.

We are so grateful for the superb care he received throughout.

My mum was diagnosed with dementia in 2016 and we 'managed' at home until Covid lockdown in March 2020. We had already met the Care Manager and were on the waiting list for Woodlands. I advise people to get in touch and be prepared in advance. The Care Manager and the whole team take a genuine interest in not only the person coming to live at the Woodlands but also the family and friends supporting that person. My father was nearly 90 and a primary carer and was treated with equal affection whenever he visited.

Mum was at Woodlands for 3 years and we celebrated her 90th birthday there in a beautifully decorated common room with a full 4-course meal, all organised by the staff. We had used other care homes for respite care both for mum and dad, but the level of continuity and kindness at Woodlands is what sets it apart. Staff get to know residents and how best to interact for all their individual needs. It really is a home for those who come to stay.

Making the decision to move a relative into a home is very difficult but I can recommend this home.

My mum was a resident at Woodlands for nearly three and a half years. She passed away last week. From the moment she arrived at Woodlands, she was treated with care, compassion and dignity. I believe that this kind of quality environment begins "at the top" - I cannot say enough good things about the management of the home. During Covid, the staff fought night and day to keep their residents safe. We always felt confident that Mum was in the best of hands. At the end, the staff could not have done more for us as we kept vigil. I shall always be grateful that we found our "Woodlands family" for Mum.

For the last three years and three and a half months, my mum has received consistently outstanding care, support and dignity. The home has always been very welcoming, extremely clean and always open to the families of residents. While always professional, staff members were friendly and considerate of both Mum and her family at all times. Towards the end of Mum's time at Woodlands, staff showed exemplary care and two members of staff demonstrated their care by going well beyond their call of duty in order to support Mum and her family. We will never forget their kindness.

Their end-of-life care was exceptional.

The home's staff were very caring to my mother especially as she was always trying to escape. The care managers were very kind in the ways they looked after her. The hairdressing facilities were good when my mother was able to use them. The good she always enjoyed and care at meal times was very helpful. The night staff took great patience with her when she was unable to sleep. On the whole, very pleased wth the Woodlands staff and the care home.

I honestly cannot praise the management and staff at Woodlands enough. Although my father was only there for a short period of three months, before he passed away, the care and compassion they all showed were very much appreciated. It's a very high standard of care by staff and I would not hesitate in recommending it to family and friends in the future.