Allenbrook Nursing & Residential Care

Before deciding on a care home we spoke to a number of people who all recommended Allenbrook. We haven’t been disappointed. All the staff are cheerful, attentive and compassionate making the transition from home as smooth as possible. Any teething problems have been addressed efficiently and quickly. The conservatory and outside areas are lovely and the range of activities and services very good. A choice of menu is offered and meals are varied and tasty.

I'm happy living here. The staff are very pleasant and I enjoy the activities. Very pleasant surroundings, I enjoy spending time in the garden which is easily accessible and very pleasant.

I know that my mother is very pleased with the level of care she receives, being content, settled and making steady progress.

The whole family are very happy with the care extended to our mother.

My twin sister had diabetes with 'hypos' so she had to go into care. She felt so well the first 2 years - all she wanted was to go home. Staff were extremely patient and kind and she finally settled in. She was very happy there, the food was varied and excellent and of course entertainment 2 or 3 times a week.

My step-mother became a resident at Allenbrook Nursing Home in July 2016. I have nothing but praise for the care she has received ever since from the very friendly and caring staff and I feel confident that she is safe and well cared for.

She originally came to Allenbrook Nursing Home for end-of-life care but she has been so well looked after, she has made remarkable improvements. She always looks clean and well fed and has actually put on weight since being in the home. The staff have put her own pictures, clock and a mirror on the wall which has made her room feel more homely for her. We are kept fully informed of her welfare by telephone or email when necessary and the online Relatives Gateway means we can log on and see her daily care at any time day or night. I understand from first-hand experience that it is a difficult decision to make when finding a good care home for a relative, but I can highly recommend Allenbrook for its excellent management and friendly, welcoming and caring staff.

We are very happy that Mum is so well taken care of in Allenbrook. We looked at several nursing homes but this was by far the best we visited. The staff and the environment are both friendly and relaxed but professional too. It's a hard decision to make but we're glad we chose Allenbrook.

There are so many activities for her to choose from if she wants to participate in them, scrabble, quizzes and more.

Our Mother required 24-hour care following a severe stroke and a brain bleed. We were so pleased to find Allenbrook, a beautifully positioned medium sized care facility in the town local to our Mothers village. Immediately both she and we were made welcome and it was clear within a few days that the quality of care was wonderful as our Mother became happier, more confident and once again began to feel secure. She now enjoys a full day surrounded by new and old friends, excellent caring staff and takes part in any activity she wants to, often spending the afternoons reading or watching the birds in the spacious landscaped grounds. She is content and is honestly enjoying her new life even though it was not the path she expected to follow. As a family, we also know she is getting the quality of care she needs and that she is safe and happy, and is always consulted on what she wants so that choices are hers. We would certainly recommend the home and staff, they do an incredible job!

My 90 year old Mum has enjoyed three periods of respite care at Allenbrook, which enabled my Dad to recharge his batteries and concentrate on himself. The consistency of care always impresses me and Mum recognises the staff, most of whom have worked there for a long time. They always give her a genuinely warm welcome and make sure she is always spotless and very comfortable. When it was plain to see that Mum couldn't manage at home any longer and needed to come and live at Allenbrook, the transition was seamless and a lot of the worry had been taken away. Our family feel very confident that her needs are of the utmost importance to all the team.

My elderly cousin has settled in brilliantly and both her physical and mental condition have greatly improved. This, I believe, is due to the care and attention she is receiving at Allenbrook. They provide a warm, safe, professional and caring environment - she is having so much fun and we would recommend Allenbrook to anybody.

My father went in for 2 weeks and at his request, he's been there 2 months already. Whilst he won't be there long term he is very happy there. They have been very accomodating. Nothing is too much trouble. The staff are lovely, very friendly and helpful. He'll be sad to leave. Being able to take his dog there was a big plus for him.

My mother says she will be happy to return to Allenbrook when she can no longer manage at home. A recommendation in itself.

My sister and brother-in-law have been at Allenbrook Nursing Home for almost a year. They have a double room together as they have never been apart in all of their 61 years of marriage. They are very happy there, they love the food and staff are very good to them. Excellent care home.

My mother resided here for 3 years, 9 months and would still be there but unfortunately due to her illness has had to move. During her stay, all staff have been supportive, kind and caring. The home has a very homely feel which is clean and tidy. There is also a very good selection of daytime activities.

My gran went into Allenbrook 3 1/2 years ago. The staff has been very supportive and caring towards her (this is in all areas carers/cleaners). The home is tidy and has a homely feel. The food is lovely and they have lovely menus. There is a good selection of daytime activities. The staff are friendly and welcoming.

In dad's final hours and afterwards, everyone was very professional and caring - I would certainly recommend Allenbrook to anyone.

For a very busy home on the whole they cope really well. Occasionally more staff would be great to keep up with all the demands from the residents, going to the toilet ect as this is time consuming and two carers are needed, and I feel it's their right to go. We would all like a path onto the lawns so we could wheel their wheelchairs out safely and it would be nice to have access to the garden for them. Also it would be lovely to have some transport of their own at Allenbrook.

My Aunt has now been in care for a number of years. The process of ageing inevitably indirectly involves such things as managing income, and lifestyle and with increasing years these activities become the remit of relatives. So when the every day life of a loved one is in the care of people that you can trust and you know that they will always do their best for the people in their care its an immense relief.

I can honestly say that Allenbrook has helped make the transition into full term care as smooth as possible. I have nothing but praise for the management and staff.

A very understanding, flexible and relaxed atmosphere is also helpful.

My father made a decision he could no longer look after himself in June 2015, so subsequently moved to Allenbrook Nursing Home. He was extremely happy there and joined in with many activities and trips that were organised for the residents. Christmas was indeed good for him, but unfortunately his health deteriorated after his 91st birthday in March 2016, and he passed away peacefully on 16 May. Every member of staff were like extended family to us, and we will always feel dad was loved and cared for just as he deserved.

My mother received excellent care at Allenbrook Home following her discharge from hospital last June. It was sad that she could no longer be looked after at home. However, we, as a family, had the utmost confidence in the care she received from the obviously highly qualified nursing staff but also all the carers there. All were considerate of her needs and we were always consulted about matters concerning her care. They exuded warmth to all of us and were extremely friendly and welcoming. My father visited at least once a day, every day and was treated with extreme sensitivity as she declined. She was not able to take part in the activities so I cannot comment on that and she was paid for by the NHS so I cannot comment on value for money either. From what I could see the other residents enjoyed the things that were organised for them. I have no hesitation in recommending Allenbrook.