Southerndown staff work tirelessly to provide outstanding care for all the residentsBonnie May S(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)
The activity coordinators are fantastic and run a great personalised programme throughout the weekK W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
care home with delicious, nourishing food. Superb nursing care + expertiseL W(Friend of Resident/Service User)
Southerndown staff work tirelessly to provide outstanding care for all the residentsBonnie May S(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)
The activity coordinators are fantastic and run a great personalised programme throughout the weekK W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
care home with delicious, nourishing food. Superb nursing care + expertiseL W(Friend of Resident/Service User)
On the outskirts of the market town of Chipping Norton, Barchester Southerndown Care Home enjoys panoramic views across an unspoilt valley and the Cotswolds. The grounds of Southerndown have been developed to provide purpose-built accommodation, offering first-class 24-hour nursing and residential care alongside expert care for people with dementia in the Memory Lane Community.
A team of highly-qualified and attentive staff really focus on the individual needs of residents with...
On the outskirts of the market town of Chipping Norton, Barchester Southerndown Care Home enjoys panoramic views across an unspoilt valley and the Cotswolds. The grounds of Southerndown have been developed to provide purpose-built accommodation, offering first-class 24-hour nursing and residential care alongside expert care for people with dementia in the Memory Lane Community.
A team of highly-qualified and attentive staff really focus on the individual needs of residents with a tailored care plan for each person. And dedication can be seen across the board - in cooking, hospitality and organising activities for residents.
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This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment. For nursing care, Weekly Fee rate will be dependent on personal needs.
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Barchester Southerndown Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.907) out of 10, based on 37 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Southerndown Care Home has 148 reviews.
My experience is great! Everyone has been very helpful and patient with me. Explanation of procedures very clear. My husband has relaxed after his journey and is sleeping peacefully.
My experience is great! Everyone has been very helpful and patient with me. Explanation of procedures very clear. My husband has relaxed after his journey and is sleeping peacefully.
Shilpa
I tried to speak to a nurse who I had great difficulty understanding and was none the wiser...
I tried to speak to a nurse who I had great difficulty understanding and was none the wiser about my husband's condition.
Kindest regards.
More planned activity, make sure residents know day, date and where, movement of body and arms where possible lessening down doing nothing. Movement and activity.
More planned activity, make sure residents know day, date and where, movement of body and arms where possible lessening down doing nothing. Movement and activity.
We always plan three activities in a day but, most of the time, afternoon...
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate your feedback as it gives us more room for improvement. We are working on our activities and trying to involve more and more residents to keep them active and engaged.Shilpa.
My husband with Frontotemporal dementia stayed for 1 week for respite care so I could have a break. He told me he liked it very much, staff are excellent and food lovely. He is trying to lose weight and the chef prepared him lovely light meals. He did some baking and Book Club and made some...
My husband with Frontotemporal dementia stayed for 1 week for respite care so I could have a break. He told me he liked it very much, staff are excellent and food lovely. He is trying to lose weight and the chef prepared him lovely light meals. He did some baking and Book Club and made some friends. He has said he would like to return in the future as he felt at home. The care team are so good and he felt cared for throughout his stay.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We really appreciate your feedback.
All the care Dad has received since arriving at Southerndown Care Home has been excellent. All the staff are helpful and friendly. We cannot fault the care they provide.
All the care Dad has received since arriving at Southerndown Care Home has been excellent. All the staff are helpful and friendly. We cannot fault the care they provide.
Thank you so much Glynis for sharing Dad's experience with us. We appreciate your feedback.
They provided the family with a lovely home when we could no...
They provided the family with a lovely home when we could no longer cope with my grandmother at home. We would recommend Southerndown without reservation.
My late father and my 94-year-old mother have received excellent care from nurses, carers, cleaners and the manager. They have cooperated with my sister and me when we have raised issues. My only negative is that the lift hasn't been for approximately 2 months which has added to my mother's mental...
My late father and my 94-year-old mother have received excellent care from nurses, carers, cleaners and the manager. They have cooperated with my sister and me when we have raised issues. My only negative is that the lift hasn't been for approximately 2 months which has added to my mother's mental confusion. The best thing would be to buy a new one.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. Your feedback help and shape our service which we value so much. It is my pleasure to share that engineers have received the ordered part and have started work on the lift repair and your advice is taken on board as well. Thank you
Some staff are not good on night duty! Lift out of action (2-3 weeks working) in one year! Help to make sure clothes are returned properly. Help when finished on the toilet/or dressing and undressing and making sure that clothing is down and comfortably tucked in! Curtains hanging off rails for 1...
Some staff are not good on night duty! Lift out of action (2-3 weeks working) in one year! Help to make sure clothes are returned properly. Help when finished on the toilet/or dressing and undressing and making sure that clothing is down and comfortably tucked in! Curtains hanging off rails for 1 year in two places on landings! Why can the owner be in a nontaxable country and not worry?
Thank you for taking the time to add a review, I value all feedback and comments made to us so we can continuously improve our service. I’m sorry that these issues weren’t raised here with me whilst you were visiting the home, as I would have acted upon them urgently. I can look into these matters...
Thank you for taking the time to add a review, I value all feedback and comments made to us so we can continuously improve our service. I’m sorry that these issues weren’t raised here with me whilst you were visiting the home, as I would have acted upon them urgently. I can look into these matters now and am available to discuss these if you wish. In regards to the lift, I’m really sorry this impacted you during your loved ones' stay. Unfortunately, this takes some time as some elements need to be sourced from across Europe which I appreciate is really frustrating. If I can offer any further support to you and your family, please contact our team at southerndown@barchester.com Kind Regards, General Manager - Southerndown Care Home.
Mum has been here now for 5 months and is as settled as can be. Southerndown is a warm and caring environment and I am much reassured by the thoughtfulness and friendliness of the staff towards my mum, they seem to be doing the very best they can to care for her. When I asked Mum how she'd describe...
Mum has been here now for 5 months and is as settled as can be. Southerndown is a warm and caring environment and I am much reassured by the thoughtfulness and friendliness of the staff towards my mum, they seem to be doing the very best they can to care for her. When I asked Mum how she'd describe this home, she responded 'friendly'.
The level of care and compassion shown towards my mother at the home during her difficult last few months made me realise we had done the right thing. After a brief settling in period, it was obvious to the whole family that she was happier and more settled than she had been before. We were very...
The level of care and compassion shown towards my mother at the home during her difficult last few months made me realise we had done the right thing. After a brief settling in period, it was obvious to the whole family that she was happier and more settled than she had been before. We were very grateful to the whole team for the care and support they gave
Although my sister was only a resident at Southerndown for a few months, she could not have found a better home. For the first time in 2-3 years after the initial week or two, I have not found her so contented. The staff are kind and caring and there is generally a lovely atmosphere in the home.
Although my sister was only a resident at Southerndown for a few months, she could not have found a better home. For the first time in 2-3 years after the initial week or two, I have not found her so contented. The staff are kind and caring and there is generally a lovely atmosphere in the home.
No complaints at all.
No complaints at all.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. This means a lot to the team at Southerndown.
My mother has been in the home for 3 months. She told me this week that it is a wonderful place and that they are all very caring. Praise indeed.
My mother has been in the home for 3 months. She told me this week that it is a wonderful place and that they are all very caring. Praise indeed.
Thank you so much for sharing Mum's experience in Southerndown with us. We are truly grateful.
My 90-year-old mum recently spent a few days at Southerndown Care home in order to be able to attend her granddaughter's wedding. She was a little nervous about coming but was soon put at ease by the caring and compassionate staff, who did everything to make sure that the stay went smoothly. Her...
My 90-year-old mum recently spent a few days at Southerndown Care home in order to be able to attend her granddaughter's wedding. She was a little nervous about coming but was soon put at ease by the caring and compassionate staff, who did everything to make sure that the stay went smoothly. Her medication was handled extremely efficiently and we were also impressed by the quality of the food. The whole stay went very smoothly and as well as attending the wedding, mum felt that she had had a little holiday. Thank you to the fantastic team at Southerndown for making this possible.
We are delighted to know that Mum enjoyed her stay in Southerndown.
Sadly Mum died on August 1st 2022, but before and during her death, the Southerndown family were truly amazing. They always had time and care for Mum with dignity, love and affection. Nothing was too much trouble. My brothers and myself will always be so grateful. Thank you.
Sadly Mum died on August 1st 2022, but before and during her death, the Southerndown family were truly amazing. They always had time and care for Mum with dignity, love and affection. Nothing was too much trouble. My brothers and myself will always be so grateful. Thank you.
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Pleased overall with our first experience of respite care for my father. Very friendly staff. Management very professional and happy to listen to our apprehensions re leaving our father in other care for the first time. They listened to our suggestions to enhance our father's care experience for...
Pleased overall with our first experience of respite care for my father. Very friendly staff. Management very professional and happy to listen to our apprehensions re leaving our father in other care for the first time. They listened to our suggestions to enhance our father's care experience for future respite care.
Thank you.
I didn't know a lot about dementia before this point, as my mum was only diagnosed a few months before she moved here. However, the team and...
Huge thank you to everyone at Southerdown for supporting me and Mum during her stay.
Thank you for sharing Mum's pleasant experience at Southerndown.
My mother stayed at Southerndown for the last year of her life. I could not be more pleased with the service they provided. Her stay was well managed, with attentive, efficient and friendly staff. The nurses always kept the family well informed of her progress, but above all, throughout her stay my...
Thank you to the Southerndown team for all your care and support.
Thank you for sharing this with us.
My mum was very much cared for at Southerndown. Everybody showed so much kindness and mum felt safe and happy, also the whole family were made very welcome any time of the day we visited.
My mum was very much cared for at Southerndown. Everybody showed so much kindness and mum felt safe and happy, also the whole family were made very welcome any time of the day we visited.
We are very grateful.
The staff were extremely kind and attentive during her short say and always thoughtful to the...
My mother passed away peacefully on the 21st of March 2022.
Thank you.
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Residents at Southerndown Care Home are enjoying the regular visits of a very special four-legged guest who has quickly become a much-loved member of the community. Lottie, a beautiful six-year-old...
What a fabulous Hawaiian Themed beach day we had. The sun may not have been shining for us, but we certainly had beams of smiles on the faces of our...
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Hi, I am Subra. I am the General Manager here at Southerndown Care Home.
I have completed a B.Sc. Nursing and gained very good knowledge from my...
Hi, I am Subra. I am the General Manager here at Southerndown Care Home.
I have completed a B.Sc. Nursing and gained very good knowledge from my time in a Surgical Intensive Care Unit in India.
I joined the home in July 2021 as a Pre-registered Nurse, before qualifying as a General Registered Nurse. It has been a privilege to grow and progress within Barchester, and I was delighted when, in 2023, I was promoted to Deputy Manager.
I love my job, the Residents and the staff team - we are one big family. I am passionate about delivering quality care and operating an inclusive and empowering culture within the home.
Please come along to the home, get involved in our activities and events and be part of our home community.
Hi, I'm Clara. I bring over 32 years of nursing experience to my role in residential care. Throughout my career, I have been passionate about making...
Hi, I'm Clara. I bring over 32 years of nursing experience to my role in residential care. Throughout my career, I have been passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives and ensuring that every resident receives the highest standard of care, dignity, and respect.
I find my role incredibly rewarding, particularly the opportunity to spend quality time with residents, build meaningful relationships, and support them in living fulfilling lives. Seeing the impact that compassionate care can have on both residents and their families is what motivates me every day.
Alongside my clinical experience, I have enjoyed developing my leadership and management skills, allowing me to support and mentor staff while helping to maintain a safe, caring, and welcoming environment. I am committed to continuous learning and strive to ensure that our home delivers exceptional person-centred care for everyone who lives here.
Hi, I am Letty, and I am one of the Heads of the Unit here at Southerndown.
As the Head of the Unit, I am responsible for making sure that our...
Hi, I am Letty, and I am one of the Heads of the Unit here at Southerndown.
As the Head of the Unit, I am responsible for making sure that our residents receive wonderful first-class care and are also involved in all the decision-making surrounding their care. Our residents deserve to be treated with respect and compassion due to our own elderly relatives.
I love my job and I am always doing my best to ensure every day is a happy day, and that the staff are always smiling, singing and most of all caring!
Hi, I'm Sridhar and I am proud to be a nurse at Southerndown.
My team and I are dedicated to providing the absolute best nursing care possible to...
Hi, I'm Sridhar and I am proud to be a nurse at Southerndown.
My team and I are dedicated to providing the absolute best nursing care possible to each and every resident. Whether a resident needs full nursing care or simply a bit of extra support, all of us are on hand to ensure that everyone who lives here can continue to enjoy life.
I have worked at Southerndown Barchester since 2019.
As a Senior Nurse my role is to ensure clinical support within the home for our residents, but...
I have worked at Southerndown Barchester since 2019.
As a Senior Nurse my role is to ensure clinical support within the home for our residents, but ensuring I can come to work and put smiles on the resident's faces and make a difference to their lives is the most rewarding part of what we do.
In my spare time, I like to learn new languages as I believe it fosters personal growth whilst understanding more cultures and opens doors for me to travel and embark on visiting different parts of the world
Hello, I'm Bridget. I am the Home Administrator here at Southerndown. I am responsible for all administration within the home, for residents, staff...
Hello, I'm Bridget. I am the Home Administrator here at Southerndown. I am responsible for all administration within the home, for residents, staff and families.
Relatives often pop in to see me, and I enjoy listening to them, learning more about the residents, which helps me develop a more personal understanding of them.
It's never quiet here, and there is always something happening, and joining in with the fun is key to making the day go well for everyone.
Hi, I am Stacey, I have worked at Southerndown since 2013.
I enjoy providing various activities for our residents, such as gardening groups, trips...
Hi, I am Stacey, I have worked at Southerndown since 2013.
I enjoy providing various activities for our residents, such as gardening groups, trips out in the minibus, quiz days and art therapy, among the many things we enjoy doing.
I also hold a monthly Memory café, which all family and friends are welcome to attend.
I look forward to meeting you all.
I have been with the team at Southerndown since 2023
People ask me what I enjoy about my job and the answer is easy... 'the people'. It's the small...
I have been with the team at Southerndown since 2023
People ask me what I enjoy about my job and the answer is easy... 'the people'. It's the small things that make the difference every day, seeing people smile and seeing someone respond positively to interaction. We offer a great life enrichment programme at Southerndown and every day is different but enjoyable.
In my spare time, I like to spend time in the garden, I enjoy sewing but mostly love spending time with my grandchildren
Hello there, I'm Andrei and I am the Second Chef and part of the hospitality team at Southerndown Care Home.
I joined the team as a General...
Hello there, I'm Andrei and I am the Second Chef and part of the hospitality team at Southerndown Care Home.
I joined the team as a General Assistant in 2017 before transferring to the care team as a Care Assistant for 3 years, following which I supported the home with maintenance for a short period before joining the kitchen team, where I believe I've found my place. The home and management here have been super supportive and we all work together to ensure the home runs smoothly, it's so important.
My favourite thing about my job is seeing the residents enjoy our food, and the meals we prepare. Seeing empty plates is a reward for me and the kitchen team.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my lovely wife, walking my dog and visiting the theatre and cinema and a spot of cycling when time allows.
Hello, my name is Charity and I am one of the Care Assistants here at Southerndown Care Home.
I joined the home in 2022 and I absolutely adore my...
Hello, my name is Charity and I am one of the Care Assistants here at Southerndown Care Home.
I joined the home in 2022 and I absolutely adore my job, caring for our Residents. I have many years’ worth of experience in the care industry and could not think of a more rewarding job to do. I like to help people and when I see them happy it brings me joy.
Outside of work, I have four children who keep me very busy, but an important part of my life is my church community, where I volunteer at food banks, soup kitchens and coffee mornings. I like to cook African cuisine, but I do love a good roast potato too!
Hello, my name is Huda and I am a Maintenance Assistant here at Southerndown.
I take great pride in my work, keeping the home safe for our...
Hello, my name is Huda and I am a Maintenance Assistant here at Southerndown.
I take great pride in my work, keeping the home safe for our residents. The best part about the job is getting to know Residents well, having great chats with them and hearing all about their life history.
I’m always happy to help.
Hi my name is Tracey and I've been part of the housekeeping team here at Southerndown since 2022.
I enjoy working as part of a team to make sure...
Hi my name is Tracey and I've been part of the housekeeping team here at Southerndown since 2022.
I enjoy working as part of a team to make sure the home is kept fresh, clean and tidy and I support Residents to remain as independent as possible.
By far the best part of my job is the Residents, they all bring their own individual stories and experiences and they are always keen to share these with me when I am cleaning their room.
Hi, my name is Sasha and I am the Head Housekeeper at Southerndown Care Home.
I started my journey at Southerndown as a Senior Carer, which I...
Hi, my name is Sasha and I am the Head Housekeeper at Southerndown Care Home.
I started my journey at Southerndown as a Senior Carer, which I thoroughly enjoyed and was the foundation for me here. Over the years though I have supported different roles across all departments including, activities and hospitality. I love the Whole Home Approach here at Southerndown - everyone chips in.
I joined our wonderful Housekeeping Team in 2024 and I take immense pride in maintaining the home that exudes warmth, comfort and cleanliness. I approach every task with dedication and care and I enjoy transforming a room into a serene sanctuary for our wonderful Residents.
Housekeeping is not just a job for me, but a fulfilling passion that brings both satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment.
In my spare time, I love spending time with my family and grandchildren and travelling the world with my husband.
Hello, I'm Adrian and I am a Care Assistant here at Southerndown Care Home.
I joined the team in 2017 as a Night Care Assistant and I feel...
Hello, I'm Adrian and I am a Care Assistant here at Southerndown Care Home.
I joined the team in 2017 as a Night Care Assistant and I feel completely fulfilled by my job every day. I enjoy caring for our Residents and making sure they are settled and rested at night time. I remember my parents and grandparents and I only wish they would have had the same care, attention and support our Residents receive at Southerndown. I am very proud of my work, the home and my colleagues.
I am originally from Romania, where in my younger years I played 1st league football, however those days are sadly behind me, but I am now a keen football follower and support Liverpool football club.
Hi, I'm Kanij, and I am an Admin Assistant here at Southerndown Care Home. And I joined the team in April 2025. I enjoy working here as we all work...
Hi, I'm Kanij, and I am an Admin Assistant here at Southerndown Care Home. And I joined the team in April 2025. I enjoy working here as we all work as a team, everyone is always ready to help each other, and it's a homely and cheery place to work.
Professionally, I have completed my MSc in Finance & Accounting from Brunel University London in 2024, following which I completed a placement as a Financial Accounts Assistant. However, I started working part-time as a Care Assistant, and I found my love for the care industry.
Apart from my work, I love travelling; I have visited some parts of India, the UAE & Europe. I have one daughter who is in secondary school, and my lovely Husband is also part of the Southerndown team, having worked here as a Maintenance Assistant since 2023.
Please come and visit us, we are a lovely home, full of fabulous Residents and Staff. You will always receive a warm welcome
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