Bedford Court (Olive Lodge)

I can highly recommend Bedford Court (olive Lodge) for the care of your loved ones.

I act as attorney for the widow of my friend. She had several hospital stays caused by incorrect diet and medication prior to entering care. Since entering Olive Lodge she has been kept in good health. She has been extremely well cared for. I would most certainly recomend Olive Lodge to anyone needing full time care, it is excellent.

I just wanted to thank Bedford Court for the way they made mother's last few years so pleasurable. All the staff were very caring and couldn't do enough for her. As with all homes, there are improvements that could be made in some areas if resources were unlimited, but its heart is in the right place and I had no concerns over the way my mother was looked after.

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It is the staff who make it.

I am very happy in Bedford Court (Olive Lodge). I have been here for two years. The manager is very kind and her door is always open to talk if we have any problems. The staff are very kind and helpful. Our rooms are kept clean and tidy.

Dad moved into Bedford Court (Olive Lodge) in December 2023, initially for respite after a fall. The home is welcoming and all the staff are caring and helpful. The managers are always available and their doors are always open. Dad now has a permanent room and appears settled. I can thoroughly recommend Olive Lodge.

The home is a beautiful place, the best I have seen of its kind. It's in a nice location and my friend has a beautiful room with a balcony and a lovely view over the housetops. There are some things I have not rated as I do not know enough to make a valid comment, but I would definitely live here.

Approximately three years ago my wife and I in our late 90s could not care for ourselves so our sons applied for us to live in Bedford court. We were made very welcome and really cared for. When my beloved wife passed away last year the help and kindness of the staff was exceptional and I cannot thank them enough to get me over that sad time. Thank you.

The staff in Bedford Court are, without exception, professional, caring and responsive to my mother's needs and wishes. She has been able to furnish her room as she wants which has helped her to settle into life in a care facility.

I would not hesitate in recommending Bedford Court and will definitely use them again.

Your care and support renewed Mother's interest in life, food and social activities. Mother was comfortable and happy with you and her new companions.

I researched very carefully which care home my father should go to and am very pleased that I chose Bedford Court. He was there for 7 months and received a high standard of care throughout that time, especially so during the last few weeks of his life. The staff (carers, management, admin and domestic) all showed genuine care and compassion for him, my mother and myself and did everything possible to make him feel valued and comfortable. I would highly recommend this care home.

My friend and neighbour became unable to live safely at her home of 59 years. My wife and I researched available care homes and found Olive Lodge the most suitable. Since moving in she has flourished. She is happy, comfortable, safe and eating regularly. She has got stronger; her sociability has improved and enjoys a much-improved quality of life. Each time we visit we are delighted and amazed by the change. The care is superb and the management system reflects a genuine concern for the residents.

Choosing the correct Care Home is a stressful time. I chose Bedford Court for my Mum mainly because it was at the top of our road. Any doubts I had were quelled almost immediately and we have never regretted our decision for mum to live there. Mum's health steadily improved from the wonderful care she received. I cannot praise Bedford court and in particular its wonderful staff more.

It's just as important for friends and relatives of residents to like a care home as the resident themselves. I have always been made to feel welcome, I am always listened to if I have any concerns or wish to relay my mum's wishes. I would never have thought I'd say this, I enjoy my visits, value the friendships I have made with Mums carers and have fun! which in turn means I visit more regularly.

Mum Died very recently, I will, of course, miss her, I'll also miss my visits to Bedford court and the protective arm it wraps around its residents and their families.

My mother spent the last 8 months of her life in this care home environment. At all times from her first initial visit, up until her peaceful departure, she was treated with respect, care and patience by every member of staff I have ever come across. The rooms are modern, clean and spacious and all have an open outlook onto well-kept grounds or the central gardens. Because residents furnish their own rooms, it gives a more personal touch to the environment. Care staff were attentive and friendly with an approachable manner and nothing ever seemed too much to ask. Plenty of activities and entertainment were on offer for those able and wanting to get involved. Mum's end of life care by the home and community NHS was exceptional and the support given to the family as well made a very difficult time easier for us all.

My lovely nan has received the most compassionate, amazing, dignified care from the awesome staff at Bedford Court. The staff here define the word "care". The whole of our family has seen my nan in the 8 months of being at Bedford Court thrive and enjoy/get the utmost from the last months of her wonderful, long life. I have nothing but the utmost praise for every person at this home who is contributing to or caring directly for their elderly people. They are amazing. Thank you.