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Garth House

Tower Hill Road, Dorking, Surrey RH4 2AY
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Garth House, Dorking
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Garth House, Dorking

Garth House Nursing Home is Located in a quiet residential area on the western slopes of Tower Hill, just to the south of Dorking in Surrey.

With a homely atmosphere and highly trained staff available to get to know residents individually offering the highest standards of residential, nursing and dementia care on a permanent and short stay basis.

The home was officially opened in 1949 by the Queen's physician, Lord Harden....  

Care Provided by Garth House

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 42 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,600From £1,800
Residential Dementia CareFrom £1,600From £1,800
Nursing CareFrom £1,850From £2,081
Nursing Dementia CareFrom £1,850From £2,081

Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge. Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible.

What’s included?

• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans

• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef

• Access to landscaped gardens

• Activities and lifestyle programme

• All utilities and other accommodation costs

• Housekeeping and laundry services

• WiFi internet access

Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply an agreed hourly charge for this service.

Contact Garth House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self-Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Support you may be entitled to

  • If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Sheena Agil (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 1997

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (39)

Garth House Reviews (67)

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9.7

Garth House has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.700) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Garth House has 67 reviews.

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Review from R H (Son of Resident) published on 2 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My father was put into care because of lung cancer and we could no longer care for him at home. Everybody in the care home was exceptional and very good at their jobs. Outstanding.

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Review from Dawn S (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have never met such a beautiful care home in all my life. The care was so compassionate. The care staff are all excellent and the manager is outstanding. I would not have wanted anywhere else for my mum's end of life care. I will highly recommend this nursing home 100%.

Excellent!

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Review from C A (Resident / Service User) published on 2 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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All staff extremely helpful and professional.

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Review from Deborah R (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mum was a resident at Garth House for only a short time after being diagnosed with lung cancer and needing end of life care. Garth House had been recommended and we were lucky that they had a room free for her. In the first few days, the management team dealt with any concerns and worries without delay and as the weeks went by, we, as a family, and mum herself grew very fond of all the staff. We have such gratitude and respect for them all. Garth House made a difficult time just a little bit more bearable. Thank you.

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Review from Louise L (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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We had already heard very good things about The Garth. So when the continuous health care sent us a list of nursing homes and The Garth was one of those we were very pleased.We viewed the room, we knew straight away this was the place for our dear Mum and she was moved in almost straight away. My Mum loved her room and all the staff that looked after her and she was very happy. We were made welcome too whatever time we arrived. We will always be eternally grateful to The Garth and all the staff for what they did for our Mum.

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Review from F C (Next of Kin) published on 31 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Have always been very impressed by the care and compassion shown by staff. They always treat the residents with great respect and ensure their dignity at all times.

Everything is very professional, the rooms are always bright and spotlessly clean and there is overall a very welcoming atmosphere.

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Review from E S (Wife of Resident) published on 24 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Not having agency staff has made things better. The carers get to know my husband which is better for him as he gets to know and talk to them.
Blankets and cushions are often shared - this worries me, re the spread of colds.
Clothes get mixed up.
Shower/bath to be used more frequently.

Have to wait to use the toilet due to insufficient downstairs toilets.

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Review from Eleanor D (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mother has been very happy since she has been at Garth House. I have no worries as I know she is safe and well cared for. I get calls when mother is sick.

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Review from Susan M (Sister of Resident) published on 1 November 2018 Submitted via Website
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Improvements have been made during the last year to the nursing home and are continuing. The home has a pleasant atmosphere and visitors are welcomed and staff always go the “extra mile” to assist. The Home Manager is very sincere, easy to talk to and committed to her task of ensuring excellent care is provided. The new Head Carer is also devoted to her task and was extremely helpful. My sister is happy at Garth House, I live in Canada and visit her every few months. I returned home feeling confident that she is receiving excellent care.

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Review from Sue H (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother sadly chose no further treatment for her different health problems, so an end of life programme was set up. The staff were absolutely amazing in caring for my mum and myself, through this difficult time.
The care my mum had was thoughtful and respectful and gentle, as Mum had a few pain issues when moved.

She was always in a content, peaceful state. I cannot thank the staff enough.

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Review from D C (Relative of Resident) published on 6 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Improvements have been made to this nursing home over the last six months and are continuing. The new manager is very pro-active in ensuring the residents and their relatives are kept informed and are listened to.

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Review from H H (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 July 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Mother is doing well at Garth House. The staff are friendly, helpful and professional. The food is good, mother seems better.

Activities could be better and a few more outings might help

Reply from Carol Taylor, Home Manager at Garth House

Thank you for taking the time to review Garth House; we really appreciate your feedback. At Garth House, we take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities. We regularly run recruitment campaigns to build our care team thus ensuring they are able to provide person-centred...  

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Review from S C (Relative of Resident) published on 15 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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When visiting a relative I am always made to feel welcome and the staff are friendly and always have time to answer any queries I might have.

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Review from Lidia d (Regular Volunteer) published on 14 March 2018 Submitted via Website
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Garth House has very professional and caring staff it provides excellent person-centred care to all of its residents. The staff are very dedicated and committed to making each of the residents they care for receive the best possible care they deserve. The care of the residents is paramount and sits right at the heart of the nursing home. All of the staff are very skilled in their own specialism and by working with other staff they provide high-quality person-centred care to all of its residents. This is a lovely nursing home with caring, compassionate and committed staff working to deliver high-quality person-centred care to all of the residents.

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Review from David E (Son of Resident) published on 20 February 2018 Submitted via Website
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The management, medical and care team provide an excellent support and pastoral service for residents and relatives alike. The home presents a cheerful and professional approach from the moment you enter. They are extremely flexible and make every effort to accommodate requirements. A professional and well-run facility.

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Review from Vandra J (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am pleased with the recent changes to the home. The staff have a pleasant attitude with the residents and morale has really improved. The home smells fresh and is being refurbished in stages.

The manager and nurses are open and frank about any problems and deal with them promptly. I understand that there will be more entertainment soon which will be beneficial for the residents, as they do need to be stimulated more.

Reply from Carol Taylor, Home Manager at Garth House

Thank you for taking the time to review Garth House, we really appreciate your feedback. At Garth House, we take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities. We regularly run recruitment campaigns to build our care team, thus ensuring they are able to provide person-centred...  

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Review from Sue H (Cousin of Resident) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My relative has now settled in well at Garth House. We are very pleased with the new management and the proposed improvements with regard to staff and recruitment of permanent night staff. We have found that any queries or issues are listened to and acted upon, which is reassuring. The recent relatives meeting was very informative and gave us an opportunity to ask questions.

Reply from Carol Taylor, Home Manager at Garth House

Thank you for taking the time to review Garth House, we really appreciate your feedback. At Garth House, we take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities. We regularly run recruitment campaigns to build our care team, thus ensuring they are able to provide person-centred...  

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Review from S P (Wife of Resident) published on 17 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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Garth House has improved 200% over the last month. Staff are happier - more relaxed atmosphere.

Staff are visible all the time and welcoming when relatives arrive.

Residents are clean and clearly happy.

Nursing staff are busy and taking care of the residents, talking or sitting with them.

There are no smells.

Reply from Carol Taylor, Home Manager at Garth House

Thank you for taking the time to review Garth House, we really appreciate your feedback. At Garth House, we take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities. We regularly run recruitment campaigns to build our care team, thus ensuring they are able to provide person-centred...  

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Review from Michael H (Son of Resident) published on 17 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card
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The standards at this home have improved enormously in recent months, which seems to be because of an influx of better quality staff. My brother and I are very satisfied with our mother's care and so is she, so thank you very much!

Reply from Carol Taylor, Home Manager at Garth House

Thank you for taking the time to review Garth House, we really appreciate your feedback. At Garth House, we take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities. We regularly run recruitment campaigns to build our care team, thus ensuring they are able to provide person-centred...  

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Review from J P (Friend of Resident) published on 5 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am very impressed with the young lady who looks after the activities. She works very hard to involve all the residents with exercise, music, making things, gardening and outings. I have been coming to this home for over five years as my mother was here before she died and got to know residents and staff. Everybody is very nice and I enjoy my visits regularly.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 23 September 2022
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  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Meet the Team (1)

Sheena Agil
Sheena AgilJob Title:Home Manager

I lead my professional Care Team in delivering the highest level of care and support for our residents. My commitment to professional development has equipped me well for my role here, where I work hard to ensure that those in my care lead happy and fulfilling lives, whilst maintaining choice over the care and support they receive.

I believe in maintaining strong relationships with residents and their relatives, and understand the important contribution that these relationships make to the successful running of a care home. I feel that the company’s philosophy matches up well with my own beliefs on care provision and I am committed to ensuring that all our residents continue to receive the high levels of care and protection they deserve.

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