Barking Hall Nursing Home

Everything about Barkng Hall worked for myself and my father. The staff (care) and nursing were all kind and professional went the extra mile and did not show any negative attitudes. My father, although bed-ridden in later life was content, relaxed and always clean and comfortable, be it in bed or dressed and sitting in the sitting room. I know he felt safe! The overall atmosphere is warm, friendly, inviting, inclusive and welcoming. I really cannot express adequately my deep gratitude to all the staff there, in a job that is understandably hard work, both physically and emotionally and frankly, underpaid and undervalued! Hooray for Barking Hall!

Thank you all.

Throughout, both received the highest level of care and support through ill health. As family members, we were always consulted and advised of any changes or developments. The staff showed care and compassion to us as a family too, as we battled through some difficult days. Despite this having been one of the most difficult periods of my adult life, I will always remember the professionalism of the team at Barking Hall and will forever be in their debt.

My mother spent three weeks in Barking Hall Nursing Home to recuperate after a period in hospital. Her admission to Barking Hall Nursing Home was dealt with both professionally and compassionately by a member staff and we are grateful for her caring approach during this period of my mother's ill health. Her stay at Barking Hall Nursing Home provided the rest and support she required regaining her health and confidence. Staff were always smiling and positive in their approach to their work.

I can't say any more than it is run like a family home and all in the home are excellent.

Food is very good. It's fresh and what I like, is that they ask everyone individually what they like and they make sure they have water and drinks.

My father came to Barking Hall Feb 2015 for palliative care having been told he had only days to live, with the care of all the staff, we managed to have dad in our lives for a extra ten months. He had a lovely clean room which overlooked the gardens and wildlife. All the staff were fantastic nothing too much trouble, they made his and our time at Barking Hall a much better time for his last few months of life. The manager was also available to chat to if we needed her and the nurses kept us informed of any changes in his health and care plan. The care staff were so kind and caring and dad loved having a chat with them all. Dad had much fun in activities and enjoyed all that went on. The kitchen catered for his diet well and there was always a choice of food to be had. This is a very friendly, caring and happy nursing home, and dad was well looked after right up till he passed away January this year. I would recommend this home if you are looking for somewhere for your loved ones.

My mother was at Barking Hall for a short time up to her death in November. My sister and I were very reassured to know that she was an a safe, supportive and caring place. We were impressed by the quality of the staff across all roles at the home. They always treated Mum as an individual, relating to her as a person not just as an illness. She knew she was being well looked after. Staff were also very supportive of us as relatives.

My father was at Barking for four weeks on palliative care. He received fantastic care from the whole team at Barking Hall. From the auxiliary staff to the carers, nurses and manager. They provide specialist equipment for his care and safety. He sadly died on December 2015, but he received wonderful care right to the end. I too received genuine care and concern from staff. They were professional and efficient at their roles but also extremely compassionate and caring. I could not fault the in anyway and would highly recommend this care home to other families in similar situations as I was in.

My mother came to Barking Hill in April of this year, she settled in straight away thanks to the welcoming approach of all the staff. Whenever I visit, my mother seems happy and settled. I can't stress enough the peace of mind I have, knowing that my mother is not only happy, but being looked after to a very high standard. Thanks to all the dedicated staff.

We asked a lot of Barking Hall as my husband was 49 and in the late stages of brain cancer. You rose to every challenge! His care was outstanding at all hours of the day and night, as was that of myself and our 3 children. Nothing was too much trouble and he was treated with huge compassion, love and dignity. Everyone from kitchen staff to Nursing and office staff were amazing with their kindness, time and information. In our toughest times your staff were wonderful and did what they do best. The homely environment was a bonus with the children. Thank you doesn't even go half way there. In a care environment you are top of the tree for always going the extra mile for everyone.