Shinfield View

Shinfield View was the perfect home for Mum to spend her last five weeks in. She loved the location and the ability to still share coffee and chat with her friends and family. Above all, the great facilities and events, the staff and the people at Shinfield View are what make it so special. From the receptionist to the carers, the ladies in charge, the cleaners, cooks, singers and event coordinators - everyone who works at Shinfield View cares for the residents and has a calling and passion for what they do. Thank you all for caring for me and my sister as well as our beloved Mum.

My father was very well looked after, and the staff were very kind and helpful. He was encouraged to take part in the activities and not remain in his room. He went home looking very well cared for. He was on respite for two weeks.

What a wonderful place Shinfield View is. It is spotless and so beautifully furnished. The staff are also amazing. But this doesn't take away the fact that all the staff are friendly, kind and passionate about how they care for your loved one and their relatives. Our mum moved here in March 2023, but unfortunately, only had four weeks here before she passed away. She died at the home, and we were all there with her. The staff through the night looked after Mum right until the end and opened up a room for us to take a break, providing endless coffee, tea, sandwiches and pastries. I would not have wanted Mum to have been anywhere else. Our only regret is that Mum couldn't have enjoyed it more surrounded by these beautiful staff who show love, respect and dedication. Don't hesitate to consider this home; you will not regret it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

A wonderful, friendly home, like a five-star hotel for the elderly. Good continuity of staff - sone for over six years. All staff are lovely, showing care, empathy and understanding for both residents and their families. Residents are encouraged to take part in the varied activity program, including exercise classes, chair practice, trips out etc. They keep an eye on the resident's dietary requirements and intake. They take photos for Facebook to keep loved ones updated. Fun and happy atmosphere throughout. We have both enjoyed the social activities and feel very happy.

Very caring staff, always go above and beyond. Lots of activities for guests and beautiful food in a lovely bistro. Thank you for the care of Mum.

A very friendly, well-run care home with excellent activities and catering for everyone's needs who wish to participate. A feeling of friendliness as soon as you walk in through the door. Very pleased I chose this home for my sister - as she says, "we couldn't have done better".

From my mother's first to the very last day at Shifield View, the service, care and respect have been outstanding. I cannot single out individual members of staff as they have all been equally outstanding - housekeepers, kitchen, care and activities. My mother's end-of-life care was also very moving and respectful by all involved. Thank you, Shinfield View.

Excellent facility and a wonderful primary carer. Fantastic care from all staff. Mum has been drawn out of her shell and is happy to return. So many activities and encouragement to join in. All the staff know all the residents well. Clean and well-maintained surroundings. Dignity is maintained at all times. Treated as people and not as patients/clients.

She is thrilled to be home but will miss you all so much; thanks once again for everything.

The staff at Shinfield View are all very caring and provide my brother with the respect and dignity which he deserves. The activities staff have tried to ensure that he is included in activities within the care home and in outside visits where he can bring out the best of what he remembers from his career. He particularly enjoys his time with the group and their Mums in the garden and when he dances with other residents to tunes played by a visiting band or singers.

A happy home! The staff are very kind, attentive and caring, and there is good interaction with the residents and their families. The residents are well cared for. The home is tastefully decorated and spotlessly clean. The bedrooms have adequate furniture. No one will ever starve during their stay at Shinfield View, as the quality of the food is exceptional and plentiful! For those residents that wish to participate, there is a very popular events timetable. For those that want quiet time, there is a lovely library room or lobby area with comfortable seating. There is a very nice, secure garden and patio area with tables and chairs.

News and photos of outings and activities are posted on the Shinfield View Facebook page - the food always looks splendid!

My father has been at Shinfield for just over a year now, having been assessed as not being able to manage at home. As a family, we feel extremely lucky that he is there. We can finally stop worrying about him. The care he is receiving is second to none, and all the staff that make the place function so well are amazing. Over the year, he has had so many experiences that he could never have had being at home by himself. There is always something interesting going on; the birds of prey come and visit, there were reindeer at Christmas and he’s even been ice skating in his wheelchair. In addition, I cannot fault how Shinfield has functioned with the constant threat of Covid either. The emphasis has been on keeping the residents safe while still making their lives interesting and fulfilled. Thank you, everyone.

I have known about Shinfield View's consistently excellent care for some time because another relative has been well looked after there. I was certain that my mum's quality of life, overall health and sense of purpose and joy would improve if only I could persuade her to move there. And this has been the case, without a doubt. It was a difficult process to get my mum to accept the need to leave her beloved home but everyone at Shinfield View made it as painless as it could be. Due to the warm, loving care and attention to the small personal details which make all the difference, my mum has settled more quickly than any of us could have imagined. I know she is safe, well-fed, taking her medicines properly and she is definitely much happier.

The staff are always on the end of the phone for queries and updates, and it feels very reassuring to know Mum is not only safe and cared for but also active and happy. There is a lot of attention to detail in ensuring residents enjoy their time there… they’re not only being looked after but really living!

Moving a parent into a care home is a big decision, especially when the individual has dementia and does not understand why they cannot stay at home. However, we did make that decision last July for Mum's own safety, and the team at Shinfield View have been brilliant. Despite being made very welcome by friendly, caring and professional staff, it did take time for her to settle, but she does now seem to have got there and refers to Shinfield View as her home and says that she enjoys living there. She participates in the activities, has made new friends and appears happier than she has done for several years. We viewed a number of care homes as part of the decision-making process, and we are delighted with the care that Mum receives.

If you are looking for a 4-5 star care home who truly do care, then look no further than Shinfield View.

Although my mum wasn't at Shinfield View for very long, I was very happy with the care she received there. Very happy and helpful staff. We were always made welcome.

The staff are warm and friendly and doing an amazing job.

Although she cannot join in with many of the activities, she is more alert and interested in her surroundings than she was in her previous home. We have been made to feel welcome when we visit, and I feel the Covid situation has been well managed. I would not hesitate to recommend Shinfield View to anyone looking for safe, warm and respectful care for a loved one.