Ford Place

My mother spent her last 2 years in Ford Place on end of life care. She received excellent and dignified care during this time. I cannot praise the staff at the home enough. They treated mum with kindness, care and consideration through difficult times. The manager and staff were always there for us and extremely professional and helpful. Mother enjoyed the outside and fresh air, so the setting of lawns, a river and abundant wildlife were very therapeutic. Thank you to the team, you should be proud of yourselves.

Myself and my brother and also mum's late husband cannot thank the staff enough for their wonderful care of my late Mum, I will miss not coming to Ford Place myself as I have done for so long, but time is a great healer and all I can say is keep doing the fantastic job that you have as it is so much appreciated

My brother has been at Ford Place for several months, due to the deterioration of a lifelong physical condition that made it impossible for him to manage independently. The staff have been so friendly and always treat the residents with respect, which has made it easier for him to accept that it was time to make the decision to move to residential care. He's made friends with staff and other residents and enjoys the many activities on offer, and most importantly we all feel he's in a safe place where his needs are met and his dignity respected. The beautiful surroundings are also a big plus for him as he loves the natural environment.

My late son was moved to your wonderful home from another hospice in early May. It was an extremely difficult time for him also all of the family. He was at all times cared for with kindness humility and loving care by all the fantastic staff. My son spent his final days there with sincere thanks to all of you and the Manager. Be very proud of your great team and thanks to you for your kindness.

It was a shame that we could not have managed to get him to Ford Place earlier, from the London area, and then he would have appreciated the surrounding grounds and the staff. Thank you.

My sister at the tender age of 51 suffered the horrific last stages of multiple sclerosis and was fortunate to be placed in Ford Place. She was treated with such dignity, support, professionalism and care until her final passing. The support that both she and myself received was priceless. I cannot rate Ford Place highly enough.

I would recommend the home to everyone.

Just like to thank all the staff at Ford Place for the care of my uncle who had not been at Ford Place that long. He was there from February until the end of June we can't thank them enough for the care that he received and how welcoming and supportive they have been.

My mother-in-law has now been a resident at Ford Place for 6 weeks. Previously at a care home in Essex for 16 months which was not satisfactory, frequent staff changes, and poor management. Ford Place is welcoming and has very competent and caring staff from Managers through to maintenance staff. I am so pleased she has made the move.

My husband moved into Ford Place Care Home in November. He received nothing but the best care and attention until he recently passed away. Myself and my family cannot recommend Ford Place enough. The staff are all amazing and became like an extended part of the family, couldn't wish for any better care for him. Thank you all so very much.

The staff are fantastic always treating my nan with love, care and most importantly dignity. Nothing was too much trouble. During her final days, they treated us her family with love and compassion which meant so much to us. The staff really cared about their residents that was clear to see the day she passed. I will be forever thankful her last months were spent there. The management team were always approachable and happy to listen to any issues. And maintenance were always willing to help where needed.

We would like to say a huge thank you for the care of our mother in the last few months of her life. You made her comfortable and she loved to joke with the carers.

My wife was moved from a non-NHS hospital in early January and Ford Place looked after her, after a suspected heart attack, she was sent back to the hospital for 10 days and returned to Ford Place. Throughout her stay in Ford Place, she has had excellent 24/7 care. The nursing home is spotless. The staff are exceptionally good, courteous, friendly and genuinely caring, superbly trained and working 24/7 as a well-oiled team should work. Yes, Ford Place is an excellent, caring nursing home.

Thank you!

My mum spent three months at Ford Place. She was looked after extremely well, always very clean and always on hand when she needed someone. Overall very pleased with my mum's stay here.

The care given to my mother is excellent. I know that she is well looked after which is such a weight off my mind on days I am unable to visit. They keep me updated with anything, no matter how little, the staff are friendly, it is a lovely place and the manager cares about everyone and will make time to talk to visitors.

The home had a lovely, caring, happy atmosphere and all the staff I've encountered had a friendly, happy approach to everyone, including office staff, kitchen team, hostess, carers, nurses, activities team and manager. We got the feeling that everyone enjoyed caring for others. Thank you everyone.

The home is clean, welcoming, bright and generally very pleasant.

I can walk away knowing my mother is safe and well cared for.

Thank you, everyone, for looking after my dad.