Housman Court

Both activities coordinators are wonderful in providing such a wide range of lovely activities and always thoughtful and positive in their encouragement to take part. This included providing a beautifully 90th birthday celebration for my Mother.

Mum was admitted to Housman Court just over 12 months ago, following a decline in her health. Her dementia has progressed rapidly since her admission. Sadly, she has been declared at End of life following an infection that needed hospital admission. The staff have coped amazing well with the situation and wanted her to return to them because she should be back at home. All of the staff have been incredibly supportive to us as a family and are wonderful with Mum. They are all kind, caring and patient, showing a real love to the residents they look after, treating them all as individuals.

I want to say a big thank you to all the team at Housman for everything that you do.

I am very happy we chose this care home.

My mum has been at Houseman Court for over a year now. She has dementia and has deteriorated quite rapidly in her time at the home, which has been tough for the family. I cannot speak highly enough of the care she has received from every single carer we have seen at Houseman. They care for her like she's their own mum. They have patience, kindness and compassion. In the summer she was admitted to hospital with a UTI and the hospital withdrew treatment and discharged her for 'end of life" care. Despite not being a nursing home, Houseman were adamant they wanted her to be sent "home" to them. She duly was, and they put the necessary support in place. She has since rallied and although still very poorly she remains at Houseman, where they have done everything to make her as comfortable as they can. We are immensely grateful to the whole team at Housman for the dignity they give Mum and the care and love they show her

Very good experience. Aunt settled in sell. Caring staff who take time with her. She like puzzles and staff help her. Good activities. Premises need a lick of paint. Food seems fine. Very happy we chose Housman Court

When visiting the home you are always treated with respect and made very welcome. In fact they are like an extended family and care for you as well.

We love visiting our friend in the home. It's like a home from home. Residents are extremely well looked after, staff are very hardworking, caring and welcoming. The home is decorated and furnished to a high standard and there is a very homely atmosphere. We always feel relaxed and comfortable when visiting and look forward to them very much.

My mother came to live in this residential home in August 2020 until she passed away in December 2020. I cannot believe the change in my mum in those few months. She went from being untidy and dirty to looking smart and clean. All the things that she couldn’t do at home, because of her dementia, the wonderful team at Housman Court helped her to do. She put on weight, which we had struggled to do with her in her own home. The most wonderful thing though was the Facebook page where photos are posted showing the residents doing some wonderful things. I never imagined I would see my mum enjoying cooking, exercise classes, playing ball and singing along to her favourite old-time tunes. They take the residents out for day trips and my mum loved these. The staff are so friendly and even though my mum was only there a short time, they always knew my name and made me feel like part of their family.

Our mom has been in Housman Court for 4 years and we can not fault the loving, thoughtful and caring way in which she is cared for. It is very homely and the staff genuinely love the residents. We are proud of the fact they are surviving the current pandemic without a single case and long may it continue. Well done and thank you for the safe way you have cared for our mom during this unprecedented time.

This distant relative had weekly daycare for a number of years whilst living in one of the on-site flats. Following a medical crisis she needed respite care which, in fact, became permanent residential care for the last 3 years. In normal circumstances I visit weekly and take this relative out; I am made very welcome by staff who always recognise me and update me on any medical or other issues I need to be made aware of. The residents are always clean and tidy and wearing their own clothes. Staff work well as a team and have a "fun" attitude, making the most of any celebration. Because Housman Court is relatively small there is a friendly family feel to the home. Even under the restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, we are kept well-informed through FaceBook, Skype etc. My relative appears to be content, well-settled and happy.

My dad has been a full-time resident at Houseman Court for nearly a year, before that he went for daycare. The staff are providing excellent care and support for all his needs. He is well looked after and well-fed. The Facebook page they have set up is a lovely way to see updates and photos in this current situation.

My Dad has been a resident at Housman Court for about a year. He seems to be very happy there, they are keeping him well-fed, safe and entertained with lots of activities. Very quickly into the Covid-19 situation, they set up a Facebook page so that we could keep up to date with activities and seeing our relatives looking happy and well. It's been a great service in these difficult times and Dad is still smiling. Thank you.

We have a family member resident at this home and are astonished at the level of care provided. He is treated with great dignity and always looks well dressed and normally responsive to our visits. We have nothing but praise for the staff as they look after him so well. Thank you to all the staff of Housman Court for their attention to detail. Well Done!

Thank you.

Housman Court is a friendly and caring environment. I have no worries or concerns about the safety, care and well being of my relative who has been resident there for the past 18 months or so. There are lots of outings and activities for residents to get involved with. Lovely staff, all very friendly and helpful.

My husband is well looked after and well fed too! Thank you to all staff.

My father was a resident at Housman Court until September 2018 when he sadly died. I just want to say how wonderful the staff at Housman were to both my father and myself. We were both treated with kindness and respect at all times. They went out of their way to settle dad into the home - and he wasn't the easiest to please! The staff were very accommodating to all his needs and went above and beyond to ensure he was happy. Whenever I visited, I was always offered refreshments and if dad was having his lunch, I was offered a hot meal also. I witnessed the staff entertaining the residents by playing games with them, there were sing-a-longs provided by visiting entertainers and trips out provided to those that wanted them. I cannot praise Housman Court strongly enough. Thank you, everyone, I will never forget your kindness.

The staff at Housman Court are very caring, and my father seems content to be there. My father has dementia and I get the impression that most of the other residents also have dementia. I turn up to visit at any time in the morning or afternoon, sometimes seeing him in the lounge or dining room, otherwise upstairs in his room. All the staff I encounter are friendly and whenever I see them interacting with a resident it is always in a kindly way.

During the eleven years my mother was a resident at Housman Court the overall standard of care was of a high standard and especially the end of life care was excellent. Any problems of concerns I ever had were always dealt with efficiently. It was always a pleasure for me to visit the home too.

Mom was at Housman Court for four and a half years. Although the building was not purpose built, meaning narrow corridors and small bedrooms. The care mom received was wonderful. This included care for the family at the end of mum's life. The carers we had dealings with were second to none and dealt with any issues we may have had. The building needed better double glazing but overall it was the best place for my mother at a difficult time in our lives.