Respite stays are subject to a 20% uplift on the prices shown above. Fees are subject to a pre-admission
needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level of care and support required by each
individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge. Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing
Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible.
What’s included?
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access
Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or
appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
an agreed hourly charge for this service.
These prices are only a guideline, please contact Amherst House to find out the exact price for your requirements.
Visiting can take place at any time that is mutually convenient to the Residents and their friends and relatives. If visitors would like to see the Home Manager, they are kindly requested to call in advance so that a meeting can be arranged at a mutually convenient time.
Ample parking in the on-site care park.
Amherst House has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.718) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Amherst House has 115 reviews.
Hi and thank you very much for taking the time to leave us such positive feedback about your experience.
At Amherst House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us such lovely feedback about your experience. It really is very appreciated. I'm so glad your cousin has settled in well and is happy in her new home.
At Amherst House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Hi and thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. What a lovely compliment to receive and so very appreciated.
At Amherst House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Amherst House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your mother's experience at Amherst House. We’re very pleased to hear that she has settled in well and is becoming more familiar to our team. Your comments mean a lot to us.
We also appreciate your honesty in raising the concerns you initially had, and we're glad to know that over the past few weeks, things have improved with her medication and routine. This progress is a reflection of our team’s commitment to getting to know each resident as an individual.
That said, we recognise your concerns regarding staff movement between houses, staffing levels, and wait times for assistance, as well as your feedback on the temperature of meals and the condition of your mum’s room. Please accept our apologies that this has been your experience.
We would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your concerns in more detail with you. If you feel comfortable, please reach out to the Home Manager directly who will be more than happy to listen to and address your concerns efficiently and effectively.
Your input is incredibly valuable in helping us continue to improve and provide outstanding care to all residents. Thank you again for your ongoing support.
thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.At Amherst House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one :-)
Hi and thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Amherst House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Hi Paul Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Amherst House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. If you would like to provide us any further specific feedback, please use the form on the following web page; https://www.careuk.com/company/contact/feedback Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks the Care UK team
Hi Jane. Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Amherst House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. If you would like to provide us any further specific feedback, please use the form on the following web page; https://www.careuk.com/company/contact/feedback Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks the Care UK team
Hi and thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Amherst House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. If you would like to provide us any further specific feedback, please use the form on the following web page; https://www.careuk.com/company/contact/feedback Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks the Care UK team
Hi Linda. Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Amherst House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. If you would like to provide us any further specific feedback, please use the form on the following web page; https://www.careuk.com/company/contact/feedback Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks the Care UK team
Hi and thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Amherst House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. If you would like to provide us any further specific feedback, please use the form on the following web page; https://www.careuk.com/company/contact/feedback Thank you for your time and we look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks the Care UK team
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Amherst House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. If you would like to provide us any further specific feedback, please use the form on the following web page; https://www.careuk.com/company/contact/feedbackThank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks the Care UK team
Hi and thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Amherst House Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that you are always made to feel welcome. We pride ourselves on creating a real family feel here so it's lovely to hear of your positive experience.
Thank you for reaching out with your concerns regarding the variety of green vegetables in our menu offerings. We understand the importance of a balanced diet and the essential role that vegetables play in maintaining good health. Our catering team is committed to providing a diverse range of healthy options, and we appreciate your feedback as it helps us to improve our service. We have recently recruited a new chef who already met with the residents and listened to their feedback. Menus are currently reviewed to ensure a wider variety of green vegetables are included. Your relative well-being is our priority, and we are dedicated to addressing this issue promptly.
The Review Score of 9.7 (9.718) out of 10 for Amherst House is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
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:
The 5 points available are broken down as follows:
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I am a registered general nurse with experience in acute cardiac care and learning disabilities. I joined the home in October 2016. I am a diabetes and fall prevention champion. I have proven clinical skills and advanced knowledge which led to me being promoted. I pride myself on being resident-focused and ensuring that all individuals we support are empowered to make choices and participate fully in the running of their homes. I enjoy spending time bonding with residents and their families, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and happiness are met. I was very proud to be awarded the Champion of Quality Care award in 2019.
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