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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 Rosemary V (Resident / Service User) published on 12 January 2018 Submitted via Review Postal Card
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I am the smallest resident 3'8" with a condition Achondroplasia. I came to Chesham Leys three and a half years ago when it first opened. I have been treated very well.

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Review from Ruth S (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 24 November 2017 Submitted via Website
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Chesham Leys is an extremely well-run Nursing Care Home. The Management Team and staff are excellent, very caring and extremely supportive. They know my Father-in-laws nuances, needs, likes and dislikes and adapt their care accordingly. His bedroom is spacious and the home very clean. Sometimes record keeping can be a bit loose but more importantly, they are genuinely caring and that is the most important thing. I cannot recommend Chesham Leys and staff highly enough.

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Review from Jean B (Husband of Resident) published on 10 July 2017 Submitted via Review Postal Card
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The nursing staff are always willing to hear of any concerns regarding the residents and give advice as appropriate. The business support officer is also a valuable member of the team dealing with admin queries.

The nursing staff and trustees arranged a meeting including residents representatives. I found this informative as we were given an update on staffing levels and other relevant issues, then we were invited to asked questions/concerns. This was a positive experience. I am very satisfied with the care my family member receives and know he is in good, safe hands.

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Review from Peter (Brother of Resident) published on 16 June 2017 Submitted via Review Postal Card
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My sister has been a resident at Chesham Leys Care Home since October 2014. My sister was born with achondroplasia a form of dwarfism, she is in fact just 3feet 4 inches tall.
Her situation is therefore very different to other residents in as much she is at least 15 to 20 years younger than them.
My sister is mentally very astute but sadly for the last two years has been able to walk and is confined to a wheelchair.
The care she receives at Chesham Leys is second to none, the care team are always kind and considerate to her nothing is ever too much trouble.
They all treat her as a friend and take the credit for making her happy and relaxed as possible in a care home environment.

Those visiting my sister often say Chesham Leys is more like visiting a high class hotel than a care home.

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Review from J C (Wife of Resident) published on 15 June 2017 Submitted via Review Postal Card
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The staff are friendly and attentive to my husband's needs. The bedroom is spacious and airy.

The home is very clean.

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Review from J O (Husband of Resident) published on 15 June 2017 Submitted via Review Postal Card
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My wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and dementia 11 years ago.
Unfortunately, she needed 24-hour care and five years ago was admitted into a care home and was very well cared for during a very difficult period.
Two years ago she needed nursing care and was moved to Chesham Leys nursing home, both homes managed by Fremantle.
Fortunately, staff were transferred from the care home to Chesham Leys and she has been extremely well cared for by a team of excellent staff and management.

I really can't praise them highly enough.

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Review from Julie P (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 June 2017 Submitted via Website
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My mother's night wear and underclothes went missing and she was left to sleep in her clothes. EVERY meal she was served was absolutely stone cold, not to mention she was diabetic and still not give regular checks, nor suitable food. The quilt she was given was lumpy and nothing much covered her, so I had to buy her a new one as she was so cold. Unfortunately, she was taken ill on the night of 19th May, but somehow, Chesham Leys didn't contact us. I received a message at 3.10am, as my mobile phone was off overnight, saying the paramedics had been called, but mum had died. We had neither met, nor spoken to anyone in charge, they had taken NO details or contact numbers, in the 3 weeks she had been there, so didn't have landline number either! No care plan had been discussed, no treatment was discussed and no interest had been taken whatsoever! I had the police come to tell me what had happened at 5 am. The whole episode was traumatic and devastating for our family!

Reply from Karen Cornes, Marketing and Communications Manager at Chesham Leys

"We are an organisation continually striving to improve the quality of our service, and whilst we were disappointed to read these comments, we do welcome them. We can confirm that we followed the company’s procedures during the resident’s time with us, including providing appropriate support, care...  

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Review from Sandra P (Wife of Resident) published on 13 March 2017 Submitted via Review Postal Card
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My husband was admitted approximately 18 months ago. I found Chesham Leys Nursing Home to be run efficiently by the management staff, always willing to help immediately despite their own pressing office duties.
Carers were equally helpful, good humoured and patient with all the residents.
The nursing home has a responsible training scheme for staff which encourages staff to specialise in their roles i.e dementia.
Food, rooms and facilities are excellent. Residents with difficulty eating/swallowing are extensively encouraged to eat and drink, given blended food where appropriate.
Doctors visit regularly and will consult with relatives when necessary.

Well behaved dogs are allowed to visit residents - a normal life being so important to residents and their families.

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Regulatory Rating

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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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Meet the Team (1)

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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