Defoe Court Care Home

Could not be happier with this care home.

The staff are all lovely and treat dad like a king. His room is cosy. It really is just like home but with many benefits. The kindness shown to dad is outstanding.

I cannot overstate how pleased I am with the care my mother receives at Defoe Court. She is so happy and every member of staff is so kind and loving to her it gives me great comfort especially as I live so far away. I would have no reservations in recommending Defoe to anyone wanting a safe secure loving care home for their loved ones.

Brought my grandad to Defoe Court today for some respite care after a broken hip. He had been struggling at home alone but was worried about going into a home. I cannot begin to say how grateful we are to the manager and all her staff at Defoe Court for how easy they have made today. They made my Grandad feel so at home immediately and he is already looking forward to joining in some if the many activities on offer. It was reassuring to see him so settled before we left him tonight and knowing he will have the support he needs to continue to recover from his surgery.

I have always found the staff very helpful and caring, they are all approachable.

The staff are excellent, so helpful and friendly. They have all made my nana feel really at home. The home is very clean and tidy, and the food is delicious. The gardens are very well cared for and so pretty.

All the staff are friendly and very helpful. Nothing is too much trouble and my auntie is very happy here. There are lots of activities throughout the week to break up what could be "long days".

Visitors are always greeted with a smile and regularly offered refreshments when the tea trolley comes around. I would have no hesitation in recommending this care home to anyone considering a stay whether on a temporary basis or permanent basis. HC One is truly happy care home.

Caring staff, good meals and activities.

The care at Defoe Court is outstanding. All the team are amazing, the home never smells and it is always clean. The music playing around the home is a lovely touch.

My father has lived at Defoe Court for over four years, I visit every day. The changes the home has gone through have gone from strength to strength. The home is always so clean. My father is always singing and dancing with the girls. My dad is my only parent I have, to know he is being looked after with so much compassion and dignified care makes me so happy. I cannot shout about Defoe Court enough and always recommend the home to my friends.

When I visited Mam, we were also made to feel like we were just popping "home". The staff could not have done more to make me feel welcome from a cup of tea to a shoulder to cry on. Sadly my Mam passed away in June, but the staff made the end time of her life peaceful and supported all the family with great dignity and compassion. Which has allowed us all peace in the knowledge that Mam had spent her last days around those that genuinely cared. Far beyond a job title, just love!

I visited the home with my wife. I was extremely impressed with the home. Music playing, it smelt clean and fresh. Most importantly, the care was outstanding. The staff are always smiling and friendly. All the team do really care.

Whilst my mother attended Defore Court she has first class care and medical attention. She was treated with respect and dignity at all times. All her basic needs were met, she was clean and served well-cooked food. Most of the staff go the extra mile.

I am privileged to work for a CQC 'Outstanding' rated care home and therefore my expectations of care homes are high. I was pleasantly surprised at Defoe Court Care home, they provided my Nanna with excellent care in the time that she was with them and not only that but welcomed my non-resident Grandfather into the community allowing him to join in activities with my late Nanna.

Nothing was too much trouble for the staff from Nurse to Kitchen staff and all in between, and they were exceptionally kind and accommodating during the final days of my Nannas life.

I would highly recommend this care home.

Thank you to all of the staff at Defoe Court, you should be very proud of the difference you are making to people's lives.

Mam was well looked after medically. She was also treated with dignity and love. Staff also thought about the feelings of family members. Defoe Court Care Home was not just a nursing home, IT WAS MAM'S HOME. My family would like to thank all staff at Defoe Court Care Home and we would recommend Defoe Court Care Home to anyone needing care in later life.

The care and devotion given to my mam while in care at Defoe Court Care Home for five months up to her sad passing on 8th January were amazing. Everyone from the cleaners up to the management helped in any way they could. Always a very warm welcome someone to chat to and on my mams passing a shoulder to cry on. If you are looking for a care home for your loved one. Rest assured Defoe Court Care Home will do their absolute best. A big thank you to the manager and all her staff.

For the last month of his life, he was very frail and poorly, it was an extremely difficult time for us. I can't express how much the manager, staff, cleaners, kitchen staff, just everyone helped made this experience more bearable for us. They were kind, compassionate and caring. They treated my father with great respect and gentleness. They became an extended family to us during that time and without their support, we would have struggled. Defoe Court has the most wonderful manager and staff. Thank you.

Defoe Court Care Home has been fantastic these last few weeks helping settle my grandad. The staff can't do enough, there is always someone checking in and making sure he's alright. My grandad is very happy in here and they are doing their best to reduce his pain and also reassure us as his family. My grandad's appetite has decreased and the catering staff have taken this into account and provided him with his favourite sweet treats. Thank you, staff, at Defoe Court Care Home for taking such good care of my grandad.

The manager and her team delivered superb care to my Grandad. In his final days they made us feel like he was more than just a resident and the manager spoke at his funeral.

Her and her staff were like extended family and I can't thank them enough for all their support.

Caring staff with a first-class manager.

Unfortunately, during the last 9 years, I have been involved with care homes. This is due to the illness of my inlaws and Aunty. This is the fourth home we have had relatives in and the first time we can drive home relaxed and happy. I cannot express how good the care is at Defoe Court. The warmth they show is heartwarming and it reminds me of the feeling I got as a child waking up on Christmas morning. They have made my relatives feel special which the elderly should feel like. I would like to thank the manager and all the staff of Defoe Court for the kindness and care they have shown. I honestly have never met kinder, warmer, professional people ever. Thank you.