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Main Road, Havenstreet, Ryde, PO33 4DR
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29 October 2025
I visit a close friend on a weekly basis, I find the staff very welcoming and friendly.i am offered a cup of tea when I visit the home.The home is beautifully furnished and kept clean. I feel my friend is very happy at this home.
27 October 2025
Please be aware that this home does not cater for all dementia like it said on line my father has complex dementia and had care plan for this and 1 to1 12 hours a day in the morning before his 1to1 come on .his mat bell went off it took 14.34 mins to react to this so he shuffled around corridor and went into another residence room where a incident happened because of this my father was gaven a eviction notice so them have put him in a locked room with his 1 to 1 during day and his Own at night because moving him isn't quick enough they are adding thing to his care plan to get his sectioned would thing twice about putting a relative in this home because if their need change they just tell lies and evict them
15 October 2025
This used to be a very welcoming home but no longer the case.sadly the manager rarely comes out of the office to interact with residents or family. The residents look bored., entertainment very poor.Same few residents go on regular outings in minibus leaving others with no activities, except when CQC due then every game and activity on display.Many residents in one lounge with small television in one corner, often tv and radio going together .one resident likes to take control of tv and keep changing channels.Food plentiful but too much my relative has put on over a stone in 6 months, snack table in lounge to help themselves to chocolate, biscuits, crisps not good for those with dementia unable to weigh up healthy choices.Has a garden but residents only able to use with supervision and not encouraged to go out. Some carers are very caring, housekeeping staff pleasant. Often delay in answering call bells noticed when visiting.
18 July 2025
I haven't seen my mother so happy for many years since going into Northbrooke despite her many fears! The staff have made her feel cared for and needed! They have listened and observed how to support her in a way that has made her very happy, content and safe! I have found dealing with dementia so hard despite being a healthcare professional and I am so relieved that she has a home that she is very comfortable in.
07 October 2024
There is one thing that I am not happy about. When my husband was at Northbrooke, he was going through an aggressive phase, Northbrooke called me to say that they were going to put him on a 1 on 1 from 2 PM to 9 PM. I listened but did not agree to anything. They then said that a form would be sent to me to sign which I never received. I didn't hear anything about it. Then all of a sudden I get a monthly bill of £3000 plus beginning in February-March. In May and June, I visited my husband and asked to meet the 1 on 1 person, I was told that she was not in that day. Another time I was with a friend and he was sitting alone with all the other residents and not one person was around him or near him. This happened a few more times and I was wondering what I was paying for? Especially when the 1 on 1 was not in the day when I asked to meet the person. How many days did this happen? My husband has been self-funding for almost 3 years and now he is on Social Funding and I am paying half the fee.
25 July 2024
The staff are always really nice every time I go and see my dad and always very helpful.
17 July 2024
My mother moved into Northbrooke House at the beginning of June. All the staff have been wonderful in welcoming her and helping her to settle. Her room is lovely and she is cared for 24/7 by kind, courteous and caring staff. Thank you for giving my mum and our family reassurance that she is safe and happy.
16 July 2024
My friend has been a resident for about 18 months and in that time he has been cared for very well. Although he is unwell he has improved from his time at Northbrooke House. The biggest challenge is to improve his physical abilities but he still seems reluctant to participate.
09 July 2024
On arrival, the manager was immediately very welcoming. She understood how we felt and reassured us. This new path the whole family had to take was good for everyone. The staff are friendly and caring. They give 1-1 time with the residents and incorporate family members into conversations. Nothing is too much trouble and assist straight away. Mostly with thanks to the manager, we no longer feel guilty or a failure.
07 June 2024
Very positive over the past 2 years. My wife is a resident and the changes that have occurred over the past few months are welcome and refreshing. The standards are clearly higher in all areas. My wife is safe and well cared for.
21 May 2024
I have been invited to to this care home to provide Dog therapy, this is something vital to those living in a dementia care setting as it not only stimulates those living with dementia. I was so impressed with the care staff who welcomed me with open arms and the residents absolutely loved my little dog who was able to make the residents in the lounges smile and reminisce about dogs they have cared for in their lives, but also those being cared for in bed. My little dog was so welcomed by those being cared for in their rooms and it made them smile and seemed to help them remember memories about younger days. The smiles I saw were so heartwarming. What really was welcoming was the manager, she was so kind to us and so forward-thinking with a view for us to return and become part of a care home family. This care home has great rooms, great care staff and a great leader who obviously seems focused on providing the highest level of care. We can not wait to return.
Latest Reviews for Northbrooke House
29 October 2025
I visit a close friend on a weekly basis, I find the staff very welcoming and friendly.i am offered a cup of tea when I visit the home.The home is beautifully furnished and kept clean. I feel my friend is very happy at this home.
27 October 2025
Please be aware that this home does not cater for all dementia like it said on line my father has complex dementia and had care plan for this and 1 to1 12 hours a day in the morning before his 1to1 come on .his mat bell went off it took 14.34 mins to react to this so he shuffled around corridor and went into another residence room where a incident happened because of this my father was gaven a eviction notice so them have put him in a locked room with his 1 to 1 during day and his Own at night because moving him isn't quick enough they are adding thing to his care plan to get his sectioned would thing twice about putting a relative in this home because if their need change they just tell lies and evict them
15 October 2025
This used to be a very welcoming home but no longer the case.sadly the manager rarely comes out of the office to interact with residents or family. The residents look bored., entertainment very poor.Same few residents go on regular outings in minibus leaving others with no activities, except when CQC due then every game and activity on display.Many residents in one lounge with small television in one corner, often tv and radio going together .one resident likes to take control of tv and keep changing channels.Food plentiful but too much my relative has put on over a stone in 6 months, snack table in lounge to help themselves to chocolate, biscuits, crisps not good for those with dementia unable to weigh up healthy choices.Has a garden but residents only able to use with supervision and not encouraged to go out. Some carers are very caring, housekeeping staff pleasant. Often delay in answering call bells noticed when visiting.
18 July 2025
I haven't seen my mother so happy for many years since going into Northbrooke despite her many fears! The staff have made her feel cared for and needed! They have listened and observed how to support her in a way that has made her very happy, content and safe! I have found dealing with dementia so hard despite being a healthcare professional and I am so relieved that she has a home that she is very comfortable in.
07 October 2024
There is one thing that I am not happy about. When my husband was at Northbrooke, he was going through an aggressive phase, Northbrooke called me to say that they were going to put him on a 1 on 1 from 2 PM to 9 PM. I listened but did not agree to anything. They then said that a form would be sent to me to sign which I never received. I didn't hear anything about it. Then all of a sudden I get a monthly bill of £3000 plus beginning in February-March. In May and June, I visited my husband and asked to meet the 1 on 1 person, I was told that she was not in that day. Another time I was with a friend and he was sitting alone with all the other residents and not one person was around him or near him. This happened a few more times and I was wondering what I was paying for? Especially when the 1 on 1 was not in the day when I asked to meet the person. How many days did this happen? My husband has been self-funding for almost 3 years and now he is on Social Funding and I am paying half the fee.
25 July 2024
The staff are always really nice every time I go and see my dad and always very helpful.
17 July 2024
My mother moved into Northbrooke House at the beginning of June. All the staff have been wonderful in welcoming her and helping her to settle. Her room is lovely and she is cared for 24/7 by kind, courteous and caring staff. Thank you for giving my mum and our family reassurance that she is safe and happy.
16 July 2024
My friend has been a resident for about 18 months and in that time he has been cared for very well. Although he is unwell he has improved from his time at Northbrooke House. The biggest challenge is to improve his physical abilities but he still seems reluctant to participate.
09 July 2024
On arrival, the manager was immediately very welcoming. She understood how we felt and reassured us. This new path the whole family had to take was good for everyone. The staff are friendly and caring. They give 1-1 time with the residents and incorporate family members into conversations. Nothing is too much trouble and assist straight away. Mostly with thanks to the manager, we no longer feel guilty or a failure.
07 June 2024
Very positive over the past 2 years. My wife is a resident and the changes that have occurred over the past few months are welcome and refreshing. The standards are clearly higher in all areas. My wife is safe and well cared for.
21 May 2024
I have been invited to to this care home to provide Dog therapy, this is something vital to those living in a dementia care setting as it not only stimulates those living with dementia. I was so impressed with the care staff who welcomed me with open arms and the residents absolutely loved my little dog who was able to make the residents in the lounges smile and reminisce about dogs they have cared for in their lives, but also those being cared for in bed. My little dog was so welcomed by those being cared for in their rooms and it made them smile and seemed to help them remember memories about younger days. The smiles I saw were so heartwarming. What really was welcoming was the manager, she was so kind to us and so forward-thinking with a view for us to return and become part of a care home family. This care home has great rooms, great care staff and a great leader who obviously seems focused on providing the highest level of care. We can not wait to return.