Oake Meadows Nursing Home

33 Wyvern Road, Taunton TA1 4RA
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  • Oake Meadows Nursing Home, Taunton
Oake Meadows Nursing Home in Taunton offers excellent support for people needing residential care.

Trained caring staff treat residents with dignity and respect while providing high quality care.

There are a wide variety of social activities for residents to enjoy that suit their interests.

Delicious meals are provided that can cater to special dietary requirements.
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Care Provided by Oake Meadows Nursing Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 105 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
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Please contact the home to organise an assessment with one of our experienced clinical leads.


We can then give an accurate average weekly fee.

Contact Oake Meadows Nursing Home 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)

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Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kayleigh Izzard (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2005
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (105)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (105)

Visiting

  • Oake Meadows Care Home is thrilled to welcome visitors. Visitors are encouraged to visit their loved ones at their convenience; dedicated team members are always available to greet them with a warm welcome.

Parking

  • Oake Meadows Care Home understands that convenience is key when visiting loved ones, which is why parking is hassle-free, offering on-site parking, completely free of charge.

Oake Meadows Nursing Home Reviews (56)

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Oake Meadows Nursing Home has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.865) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Oake Meadows Nursing Home has 56 reviews.

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Review from Avril J (Partner of Resident) published on 5 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care and support given to my partner during his time at Oake Meadows was amazing. All of the staff were kind and caring. Myself and my family were always made to feel welcome, and I always knew that my partner was well cared for. His final days were made as comfortable as possible for him, and he
was treated with the utmost respect at all times. S,o thank you to all the staff at Oake Meadows; you are truly amazing.
Reply from Donna Francis, Regional Manager at Oake Meadows Nursing HomeThank you, Avril, for a lovely review. I know the staff will be very happy to know that you appreciated the care they gave your partner.
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Review from Karen C (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad 92 came to Oake Meadows Nursing Home, Chestnut Unit in August 2023 we were very sceptical as the home he had come from had been the wrong type of placement. All I can say is that we need not have worried as my dad settled very quickly. This is down to all the amazing staff at Oake Meadows treating
Dad with amazing care and looking at him as an individual and not someone that just has dementia and wouldn't know any better. The staff are amazing and I have to single out one staff member as her support for myself has been without doubt invaluable. Nothing is ever too much trouble. My dad's stay at Oake Meadows was always temporary until a care home nearer and the right placement was found. I know Dad will miss Oake Meadows and as a family, we will too. I cannot thank all of them enough as they have made a very difficult time for our family easier than we could have ever imagined.
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Review from Jerry K (Cousin of Resident) published on 8 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Kind, friendly staff. Very caring and considerate. They looked after my cousin, who was diagnosed with a terminal illness, for three years until he passed away. The staff did a wonderful job and made my relative as comfortable as possible during his time at Oake Meadows. Very impressed and very grateful.
Thank you everybody.
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Review from Sarah W (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum was transferred to Willow unit at Oake Meadows Nursing Home following a long stay in hospital. All of the staff were welcoming and friendly from the moment she arrived. Unfortunately, Mum was very poorly and passed away after only a week, however, the end-of-life care she was given was outstanding.
All of the staff showed compassion and care and ensured Mum was respected at all times. The staff also went above and beyond to support us as a family. My niece and I spent the majority of the week by Mum's side. They provided us with refreshments and even bedding to make us more comfortable, as well as invaluable emotional support. Having a resident cat and allowing other pets to visit also added to the warm and friendly atmosphere. I cannot thank Oake Meadows enough for making a very sad and difficult time easier.
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Review from Sonia A (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mum has only been at Oak Meadows around six weeks or so, but I've felt that she's settled well and is looked after.
I visit three to four times a week and have always walked into a calm, chilled environment. I would recommend anyone to view or visit this care home and meet the lovely friendly staff
there. Nothing is too much trouble for them. I appreciate all they do for my mum.
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Review from Louise F (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum has been living at Oak Meadows Nursing Home since August 22. Since our first meeting the staff have listened, been responsive, been kind and caring. The home has a real home feel about it. One big family. The staff do everything they can to make the residents and families feel cared for.
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Review from Bryan W (Son of Resident) published on 1 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Members of Oake Meadows team made regular and supportive contact during end-of-life care, enabling my wife and I to time our travel to spend precious moments with Mum during her last week.
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Review from F R (Relative of Resident) published on 12 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My brother-in-law is a new resident. His previous home of residence was not satisfactory, the staff were ill-equipped to help him. Unfortunately, we live in the USA and can only visit annually. Our first impression of Oake Meadows is that the facility is of a much higher standard than his previous.
The staff are kind and capable, the home is kept clean and senior staff are very good, very supportive and listen to our concerns. We feel he is in good hands.
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Review from Christine G (Wife of Resident) published on 31 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband has only been in Oake Meadows for 6 days but all staff are so good at helping him to settle, even collecting his recliner from home. Allowing him time to get used to the layout and not forcing him to leave the comfort of his room, many thanks for helping myself adjust as well.
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Review from Jane M (Resident) published on 16 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A wonderful care home. Marvellous staff, highly skilled and trained and such an atmosphere of kindness and compassion for all. Thank you will never be enough for their care, skill and expertise. An exceptional place.
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Review from C D (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 July 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We transferred my mother to Oake Meadows from another care home in Taunton. She has been there for nearly two years now. The staff are so kind, caring and compassionate. They know each residents needs and dislikes, always going the extra mile to deliver. Communication is excellent between carers and
family. It is a safe warm and clean environment with a family feel. The cat adds to this.
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Review from Anne A (Wife of Resident) published on 11 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband has been cared for with great courtesy and gentleness in the last few weeks of his life. I and my family are very glad that we found Oake Meadows Nursing Home for him. We cannot thank the staff enough for their sympathy and support in a difficult time.
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Review from David A (Son of Resident) published on 11 April 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't thank the staff at Oake Meadows Nursing Home enough for the care and compassion they showed my father during his recent time in the Sutherland Unit. Dad's situation was terminal when he arrived, requiring intensive personal care, medical assistance and emotional support which he received without
fail on a daily basis. It was a great comfort to me and my family to know how well he was being looked after and cared for. Often staff would go above and beyond for Dad and I am extremely grateful for it. Similarly, when my family and I visited (daily) we were also treated with great care and respect and supported emotionally (we also received a constant supply of tea and coffees as and when needed). I cannot fault the service but above all, I will never forget the all-important human touch which made a very difficult time so much easier to manage. Thank you all so much, I am glad to have met you.
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Review from Elizabeth R (Wife of Resident) published on 21 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to thank the staff of Oak Meadows Nursing Home - Sutherland Unit for the care and love shown to my husband during his nearly four years with you. I could not have wished for a better place for him to have lived out his remaining years. Not one moan from staff about his ‘maintenance’, actually
destruction, of the window latches and flooding of bathrooms etc which must have caused so much extra work for them. I was always treated with respect and countless cups of tea. Now he has passed away I feel that not only did I lose my husband but a family. The unit manager whose shoulders I cried on many a time you and your staff are wonderful. Thank you. I shall miss you all.
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Review from Christine W (Friend of Resident) published on 28 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My friend was accepted as a resident after spending a few months in a psychiatric hospital, he was helped to settle in and on realising it was his forever home, he was delighted. Gets on well with all the staff, and they treat him with dignity and respect.
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Review from Michelle R (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 December 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother is on Sutherland Ward as she has dementia. We were worried that she would be lonely and unhappy in a home, but she is so well cared for. and when we visit she always seems very well. I am very happy with the care she receives on Sutherland Ward. I have found the staff to be very kind and caring.
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Review from J B (Sister of Resident) published on 1 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are always very caring, patient and helpful to visitors and residents alike. If there is ever an issue with the resident, I am always notified promptly, along with details of how the issue is resolved and what further action, if any, may be required. My brother has been a resident for nearly
three years, and I have always been happy and satisfied with the care he receives.
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Review from Tom C (Son of Resident) published on 22 October 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Based on infrequent visits during lockdown to my father, I have always found the staff, especially in Sutherland, to be committed, friendly and professional. I am glad my dad is being looked after by such a great team, who do not just meet his needs but genuinely care for him.
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Review from Phil E (Friend of Resident) published on 15 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care and friendship.
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Review from Roger B (Husband of Resident) published on 7 July 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife entered Oake Meadows in February, when her advancing Alzheimer's and the Covid crisis started to seriously worry me about continuing to look after her. I have been very much delighted by the care she has received, in particular, that everyone uses her name, and that she has settled in so well.
Much to my surprise, she is now spending more time awake and is communicating better than when she first came in. I am also impressed by the way in which the staff treat visitors, even in the crisis.
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Current Review Score: 8.9 (8.865)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.9 (8.865) out of 10 for Oake Meadows Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.3 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 14 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.348 for Oake Meadows Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (133 Excellents x 5) + (24 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) + (20 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 184 Ratings = 4.348
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.517 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Oake Meadows Nursing Home is based on 14 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.85
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 105 registered maximum number of service users is 21. 14 Positive Reviews ÷ 21 = 0.667
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Bed Vacancies

3 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 27 Apr 2026

3 bedroom(s) available in our lovely home in Taunton.

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Kayleigh

Kayleigh Izzard

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2025

Kayleigh Izzard is the Home Manager at Oake Meadows Care Home in Trull, Taunton, where she has worked for over 16 years. Beginning her career as a carer, Kayleigh has progressed through a range of roles, including senior carer, unit manager and deputy manager, demonstrating a strong commitment to professional development and high standards of care.


Kayleigh is dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centred care, with a focus on ensuring residents’ wellbeing, dignity and quality of life.


Kayleigh has been recognised for her commitment to the sector, including being named a finalist in the Women Achieving Greatness in Social Care (WAGS) awards. She is passionate about continuous improvement and is focused on enhancing the home environment, care practices and resident experience through innovation, staff development, and community engagement.


Kayleigh brings a wealth of experience, strong leadership and a deep understanding of the home to her role, having spent her entire career at Oake Meadows.

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