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Chesham Leys

Cameron Road, Chesham, Buckinghamshire HP5 3BP
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The home is clean, fresh-smelling and, more importantly, the staff are happy and smiling.Anneli R(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)
Chesham Leys, Chesham
Lovely, caring staff.D W(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)
Chesham Leys, Chesham
Kind staff, willing to help residentsE C(Niece of Resident/Service User)
Chesham Leys, Chesham

Chesham Leys is a contemporary and welcoming nursing home providing care for people with a wide range of needs including dementia.

The dedicated team of care workers pride themselves on getting to know every person and believe that by understanding their uniqueness, care can be personalised to meet each individuals needs.

The layout of the home has been designed to support and enable a person living with dementia by including ‘features’ throughout...  

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Care Provided by Chesham Leys

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 62 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
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care

Facilities

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

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Nursing Care£1,838 - £2,028£2,115 - £2,330
Nursing Dementia Care£2,088 - £2,303£2,400 - £2,650

Contact Chesham Leys 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)

Support you may be entitled to

  • If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Marina King (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: -1
  • Last Refurbishment: -1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (62)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (62)

Chesham Leys Reviews (68)

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9.5

Chesham Leys has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.496) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Chesham Leys has 68 reviews.

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Review from D T (Independent Advocate/Deputyship) published on 4 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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The person I represent is happy here and well cared for. He has a good relationship with his carers and enjoys the food. He also enjoys the company of the other residents and the activities - especially the bingo!

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Manager at Chesham Leys

Thank you for your review, we are happy to hear that the resident you represent enjoys the activities at Chesham Leys.

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Review from V W (Friend of Resident) published on 28 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Visited my church friend of long-standing, she was in another care home that was closed down so was understandably very upset to leave for somewhere else. However, she appears to have settled in well and is grateful for the care. I have only been in a handful of times as all this has happened within the years. Chesham Leys is always welcoming a cup of tea usually appears, the room is clean and although there are/seem to be endless bells ringing for ages, the atmosphere is good.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Manager at Chesham Leys

Thank you for your review, we are glad that your friend is settled at Chesham Leys and that you find the home welcoming.

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Review from L S (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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Chesham Leys is a very down to earth, welcoming and professionally run care home. My mum's needs are very well met and I always feel comfortable visiting her. Mum likes to smoke and the carers take her outside when she needs to do this. Mum sometimes says that he food is not very nice but this may be her personal preference, I am not sure. Generally she is very well cared for.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Manager at Chesham Leys

Thank you for taking the time to score and write a review, L S. We are so glad your find Chesham Leys welcoming and we take note of all comments.

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Review from Beth D (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 January 2024 Submitted via Postal Card
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All the staff are amazing in the care and love and attention they give to her. They are very supportive to her son and myself. We never worry about her as we know she is being so well looked after. We are kept informed of all situations.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Manager at Chesham Leys

Thank you for the five star review, B D. We appreciate such positive comments.

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Review from G P (Son of Resident) published on 24 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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It is a nice care home with lovely staff. My dad trusts a majority of the staff and is happy. Our family and I are happy as long as he is. The events/activities are good and I am glad that my dad is becoming fast friends with staff and other residents here. Any issues have been dealt with swiftly and we couldn't ask for more. Thank you all for your continued care and support for my dad.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Manager at Chesham Leys

Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We're glad that your dad is happy at Chesham Leys and that you are also happy with the home and and their support.

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Review from Sue B (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 October 2023 Submitted via Website
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On the surface, everything seemed fine. Two carers were very good. Dad rarely smiled there. He went downhill rapidly. He just kept losing weight. My dad loved his food and drink. Did not make any sense. On my visits, he was very thirsty and always ate food with me. When I was there with my dad's brother the carer came in with my dad's meal expecting me to feed him but because we were about to leave she abruptly said I have got other residents to feed and took the food away. There were hardly any activities. Dad would be left in bed or in his chair with the other residents at the end of the lounge with the carers sat at the far end. They had to bump the residents into the dining room and into the gardens because of the thresholds being high. On one occasion I was very upset because I could see my dad was very ill and one particular carer abruptly said to me there is no use being upset, it is was it is. On my last visit, Dad was admitted to the hospital with severe dehydration and very weak. Sadly passed away.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Manager at Chesham Leys

Please accept our sincere condolences on the sad passing of your late father Robert

We take your comments very seriously and apologise unreservedly for the fact that we appear to have not met our usual high standards of resident care on this occasion, and again we apologise for this.

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Review from Dianne G (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 September 2023 Submitted via Website
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First class caring team, couldn't have asked for more. Always made sure our mum was comfortable and happy. She enjoyed playing bingo, knitting and doing word search with the friends she made in her short time there. It was lovely to see the staff always interacting with the residents.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Manager at Chesham Leys

Thank you for your five star review. We are so glad your mum enjoyed her short time at Chesham Leys.

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Review from D L (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother was a very challenging person to deal with. The staff have always been so professional, caring and considerate of her needs. I can't thank them enough for all they did for her.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Manager at Chesham Leys

Thank you for your five-star review. We really appreciate such positive comments about the staff at Chesham Leys.

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Review from Stephen M (Son of Resident) published on 25 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I cannot fault the care and compassion that this care home provides. I feel my mum is so happy here and has made new friends. The manager helped my sister and I with any questions we needed to know. Great staff, great carers. 10/10.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Manager at Chesham Leys

Thank you for your five-star review. We are glad that your mum is so happy at Chesham Leys and the staff are always happy to answer any more questions you may have.

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Review from Gary D (Son of Resident) published on 12 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are all excellent, the care and understanding they show to my mother is amazing. They are all fabulous. Five stars.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Manager at Chesham Leys

Thank you for taking the time to write such positive comments. We really appreciate the five-star review.

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Review from Anthony J (Husband of Resident) published on 30 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I would like to say how lucky we were to find a place like Chesham Leys Care Home so quickly.

Thank you.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Manager at Chesham Leys

Thank you for your five-star review, Anthony. We are so glad you chose Chesham Leys.

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Review from A R (Wife of Resident) published on 17 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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Chesham Leys Care Home goes out of its way to keep the residents entertained and not bored. The staff are extremely attentive and every healthcare need is met. Staff get to know their residents and become friends.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Leader at Chesham Leys

Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We really appreciate your positive comments about the staff at Chesham Leys.

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Review from E C (Niece of Resident) published on 11 January 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Kind staff, willing to help residents.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Leader at Chesham Leys

Thank you for submitting a review. We appreciate your positive comments.

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Review from Jumana S (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 December 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Full-time staff are excellent, including the nurse - considerate and caring. The home is warm and clean. The staff and management are very helpful with any issues. The food/standard of food needs to be improved to make the experience for Mum, excellent. I would say, overall, it is very good.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Leader at Chesham Leys

Thank you for writing a review. All of your feedback will be taken on board and we are glad that overall your Mums experience is good at Chesham Leys.

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Review from Judith H (Friend of Resident) published on 7 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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As a former social worker who had a job reviewing homes where we had placed a resident, I am delighted to find my neighbour in such an excellent home.

Reply from Steph Palmer, Sales Team Leader at Chesham Leys

Thank you for writing a review, Judith. We are so glad that you are delighted with Chesham Leys for your neighbour.

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Review from Anneli R (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 19 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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We viewed Chesham Leys Care Home and I instantly felt comfortable. The home is clean, fresh-smelling and, more importantly, the staff are happy and smiling. My mother-in-law looks so much better than I have seen her look for a long time. As I hadn't been able to visit recently, the marked difference in her is astounding. She is so happy, she is happy to stay here. My mother-in-law loves the food, the staff, the room and feels like she is thoroughly spoilt. So glad we chose here. The admin staff are amazing, helping with necessary paperwork etc.

Reply from Steph Lawson, Sales Co-Ordinator at Chesham Leys

Thank you for taking the time to write a review, Anneli. Thank you so much for so many kind comments. We are very happy that your mother-in-law is so happy.

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Review from Robert M (Son of Resident) published on 27 October 2021 Submitted via Website
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They do a fantastic job. The effort they put into stimulating and challenging residents with events is so appreciated. My wife's mother was in a home in France for multiple years. Each time I share the details of my mum's life, my wife says "I wish mine had been in a place like that".
They operate the facility with care and concern for their residents. The informative and fun newsletter each month shares details of the activities and other important information.
The administrative staff are very responsive. As an ex-pat living 5,000 miles away, I am comforted to know that my mother is in such a supportive, comfortable environment. My understanding is that meals are of good quality and varied.

Thank you to all at Chesham Leys Care Home who makes it a good way to live.

Reply from Steph Lawson, Sales Co-Ordinator at Chesham Leys

Thank you for taking the time to write a review, Robert. Your positive comments are very much appreciated, and we are glad that you and your mother are happy with Chesham Leys.

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Review from D W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 20 August 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Lovely, caring staff.

Reply from Steph Lawson, Sales Co-Ordinator at Chesham Leys

Thank you for taking the time to write and submit a review. A lovely comment, thank you.

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Review from John W (Resident / Service User) published on 12 July 2021 Submitted via Website
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I have motor neurone disease and can’t talk or eat. I’m fed through a tube in my tummy. I can’t walk and can just use the mobile phone.

My problem is they change staff so much, some are very good, but some don’t understand my problems and I can’t tell them. Some of the nurses are very good but some don’t understand my feeding system. Some of the carers are very good but the newer ones don’t understand why I can’t speak and get very frustrated.

Reply from Marina King, Home Manager at Chesham Leys

Thank you for your review. I am very sorry to hear this and will personally spend time with you to ensure that we make your experience here at Chesham Leys both positive and fulfilling. My aim is to provide the best possible care and service to you. I appreciate your frank and honest comments as...  

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Review from Sally G (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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Our mum is living at Chesham Leys, and she suffers from advanced MSA, (a rare form of Parkinson's disease). She is very disabled and can barely communicate. Mum is receiving excellent care from kind and professional staff who regularly update my dad on Mum's wellbeing. The manager and her team always make us feel, and throughout this difficult time, they have allowed us to have limited visits in a Covid secure environment. A big 'thank you' to all at Chesham Leys - we feel my mum is safe with you. I would recommend Chesham Leys.

Reply from Lee-Anne Macdonnell, Marketing Manager at Chesham Leys

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review of Chesham Leys Sally. Your feedback is really valuable to us and we are delighted that you would recommend our home.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 06 January 2018
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  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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  • 03 Feb 2025

    "It’s the little things that make the biggest difference." Chesham Leys Nursing Home is more than just a care home, we’re a vibrant and supportive community where residents are encouraged...

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Marina King
Marina KingJob Title Home ManagerJoined 1992

Marina started her career in care in 1984, working in residential and dementia care settings for older people. Marina has worked for The Fremantle Trust since it was founded in 1992, and has been the registered manager at Chesham Leys since 2019.

Marina has always enjoyed being part of a team, working to ensure that people in our care are treated with dignity, respect and compassion; and that they receive person-centred care, which is fundamental for everyone. Leading a team of staff, and working with others to make a difference to the people we support, are Marina’s daily motivations.

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