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Cherry Orchard, Gadebridge, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 3SD
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11 December 2025
My mother enjoys here twice weekly visits and food as she doesn't get out the house any other time. The staff are very attentive and look after her challenging needs and make her feel relaxed and ensure she makes the most of the visits.
11 December 2025
My father has been attending Highview Daycentre for many years now. He was diagnosed with dementia. Upon attending the centre 6 days a week since he first went, has improved his wellbeing. Everyone gives 100% in care & attention. Staff & the Transport drivers go over & beyond. I do not know what I
would have done without the centre providing such a level of service. This has enabled me a lot of freedom and a stress free life . I can not thank them enough for all they do. An absolute gem of a place!!!
05 December 2025
Dad comes to the Day Centre twice a week and has been coming for over a year now. He was reluctant at first when he was diagnosed but we are all glad he was persuaded. He loves the bus trip back and forth, through all the villages he remembers from when he was working, and especially if they put the
music on. He likes the activities at the centre, especially painting, singing, quizzes and meeting animals - anything out of the usual routine, really. The staff are friendly and helpful. Dad's two sessions also give my Mum a chance to have some time to herself, to get things sorted in the house or have appointments. We are all pleased with the day centre's service.
05 December 2025
The day centre is very wonderful place and my Nan really enjoys going twice a week. Sits in the puzzle room and enjoys doing puzzles and chatting with everyone. Staff are so helpful and kind.
Nan lives on her own in flat and coming to the day centre has really helped her get out more and
socialise.
29 October 2025
I like the day centre because everybody is in the same boat as me, it's company for me. I like to have a chat and we have a laugh here. It makes me realise that there are people worse off than me. I enjoy the lunch that is served up, and it is very sociable.
30 June 2025
Day Centre is fantastic for Mum. Without it, she wouldn't be able to stay in her own home. It also enables me to work; otherwise, she would need care & stimulation throughout the day. It wouldn't be good or safe for her to sit at home alone all day with only a lunchtime carer visiting. Daycare has
kept Mum going. They mobilise her, enlisting, drinking, providing entertainment and social interaction that she wouldn't get otherwise. The bus ride to & from the centre is also stimulation for her. For Mum & me day centre enables our lives to continue with some normality.
30 June 2025
Very pleased, especially care bus drivers & carers. Now on first name with my wife. Care home looks after my wife, understands and makes sure meals are to her liking, ensure her safety, very attentive, actively make sure she takes part in quizzes etc. Overall, very happy with relationship between my
wife, carers, crews and care home staff. 5 stars to all.
23 January 2025
My husband has been attending Highview Day Centre for over 5 years. He was diagnosed with vascular dementia. It was the best thing his social worker has done arranging for him to attend the day centre. It's wonderful for his mental health and well being. All the staff are helpful, polite and nothing
is too much trouble when you ask them to do something. They arrange many activities as well as exercising. My husband sometimes will sit and do his puzzle book. He says the food is excellent. He looks forward to Tuesday and Friday, being picked up for the centre. The drivers are very kind and friendly. This also gives me a rest being his carer. My husband has made some friends there. He hopes the day centre will not change and stay as a separate unit.
20 July 2023
My husband has been coming to Highview Day Centre for a long time and I have found the staff to be absolutely wonderful. They welcome my husband when we arrive and he is obviously happy to go in. When I collect my husband, he is often reluctant to leave and the staff are very helpful in trying to
assist me when we leave the day centre. A full report is always given.
18 August 2022
My mum has attended your daycare centre for over a year. She really loved it. On the days she does she is up early and looks forward to arriving. Mum enjoys the lunches, especially the desserts.
Mum is a very fond of the staff and her face breaks into a smile when we talk about them.
08 June 2022
It is nice to be out of the house, to talk to other people and to be in a different environment to my home.
05 June 2022
My mu has been attending Highview once a week since March. She is hesitant to go due to a fear of leaving her house, but the staff are so lovely, and she always has a lovely meal and a nice day at the centre.
04 June 2022
I feel comfortable having my husband with the Highview staff. They are very caring and he has a good rapport with them. I am unable to rate several areas as he is dropped off and collected from the door.
31 May 2022
The staff at the centre are wonderful. Always very welcoming and caring. I don't get any feedback from my husband but he is always very relaxed and happy when I drop him off and collect him. I can only assume that the food is good as he usually has seconds. It is very reassuring for me to know that
he is in a safe and caring environment, for which I am extremely grateful.
16 May 2022
My partner has Alzheimer's and goes to the centre every day. Although he is a quiet man he thoroughly enjoys himself there. Even though he sleeps a lot. Every member of staff that I have contact with are amazing, they are kind and gentle and know how to get the best out of my partner. When I have a
question and speak with them I am never made to feel like I'm being a nuisance - they are very reassuring and they are an amazing team.
03 October 2019
I cannot speak highly enough of the help and kindness shown to my husband whilst he was at the day centre. Also, for all the help and advice given to me - always someone ready to help.
They really do care.
08 May 2019
The manager and the team are outstanding.
I would have no hesitation in recommending them. They go above and beyond to try to make everyone as happy and content as they can be.
This is a service of excellence at all times.
Thank you so much, you are all totally amazing.
11 April 2019
Mum looks forward to coming each time. She has made friends and enjoys the food here. They are very caring.
31 January 2019
I have found all staff very friendly and helpful. There always appears to be something going on for people to join in with. It makes such a difference knowing you can have a few hours off while your loved one is being well cared for.
17 August 2018
I enjoy coming to the day centre. I did not think I would mind coming here. When I have to go elsewhere, I do miss the day out and I have found staff good and fun.
They can be stern when they have to be! All good.
Latest Reviews for Highview Day Centre
11 December 2025
My mother enjoys here twice weekly visits and food as she doesn't get out the house any other time. The staff are very attentive and look after her challenging needs and make her feel relaxed and ensure she makes the most of the visits.
11 December 2025
My father has been attending Highview Daycentre for many years now. He was diagnosed with dementia. Upon attending the centre 6 days a week since he first went, has improved his wellbeing. Everyone gives 100% in care & attention. Staff & the Transport drivers go over & beyond. I do not know what I
would have done without the centre providing such a level of service. This has enabled me a lot of freedom and a stress free life . I can not thank them enough for all they do. An absolute gem of a place!!!
05 December 2025
Dad comes to the Day Centre twice a week and has been coming for over a year now. He was reluctant at first when he was diagnosed but we are all glad he was persuaded. He loves the bus trip back and forth, through all the villages he remembers from when he was working, and especially if they put the
music on. He likes the activities at the centre, especially painting, singing, quizzes and meeting animals - anything out of the usual routine, really. The staff are friendly and helpful. Dad's two sessions also give my Mum a chance to have some time to herself, to get things sorted in the house or have appointments. We are all pleased with the day centre's service.
05 December 2025
The day centre is very wonderful place and my Nan really enjoys going twice a week. Sits in the puzzle room and enjoys doing puzzles and chatting with everyone. Staff are so helpful and kind.
Nan lives on her own in flat and coming to the day centre has really helped her get out more and
socialise.
29 October 2025
I like the day centre because everybody is in the same boat as me, it's company for me. I like to have a chat and we have a laugh here. It makes me realise that there are people worse off than me. I enjoy the lunch that is served up, and it is very sociable.
30 June 2025
Day Centre is fantastic for Mum. Without it, she wouldn't be able to stay in her own home. It also enables me to work; otherwise, she would need care & stimulation throughout the day. It wouldn't be good or safe for her to sit at home alone all day with only a lunchtime carer visiting. Daycare has
kept Mum going. They mobilise her, enlisting, drinking, providing entertainment and social interaction that she wouldn't get otherwise. The bus ride to & from the centre is also stimulation for her. For Mum & me day centre enables our lives to continue with some normality.
30 June 2025
Very pleased, especially care bus drivers & carers. Now on first name with my wife. Care home looks after my wife, understands and makes sure meals are to her liking, ensure her safety, very attentive, actively make sure she takes part in quizzes etc. Overall, very happy with relationship between my
wife, carers, crews and care home staff. 5 stars to all.
23 January 2025
My husband has been attending Highview Day Centre for over 5 years. He was diagnosed with vascular dementia. It was the best thing his social worker has done arranging for him to attend the day centre. It's wonderful for his mental health and well being. All the staff are helpful, polite and nothing
is too much trouble when you ask them to do something. They arrange many activities as well as exercising. My husband sometimes will sit and do his puzzle book. He says the food is excellent. He looks forward to Tuesday and Friday, being picked up for the centre. The drivers are very kind and friendly. This also gives me a rest being his carer. My husband has made some friends there. He hopes the day centre will not change and stay as a separate unit.
20 July 2023
My husband has been coming to Highview Day Centre for a long time and I have found the staff to be absolutely wonderful. They welcome my husband when we arrive and he is obviously happy to go in. When I collect my husband, he is often reluctant to leave and the staff are very helpful in trying to
assist me when we leave the day centre. A full report is always given.
18 August 2022
My mum has attended your daycare centre for over a year. She really loved it. On the days she does she is up early and looks forward to arriving. Mum enjoys the lunches, especially the desserts.
Mum is a very fond of the staff and her face breaks into a smile when we talk about them.
08 June 2022
It is nice to be out of the house, to talk to other people and to be in a different environment to my home.
05 June 2022
My mu has been attending Highview once a week since March. She is hesitant to go due to a fear of leaving her house, but the staff are so lovely, and she always has a lovely meal and a nice day at the centre.
04 June 2022
I feel comfortable having my husband with the Highview staff. They are very caring and he has a good rapport with them. I am unable to rate several areas as he is dropped off and collected from the door.
31 May 2022
The staff at the centre are wonderful. Always very welcoming and caring. I don't get any feedback from my husband but he is always very relaxed and happy when I drop him off and collect him. I can only assume that the food is good as he usually has seconds. It is very reassuring for me to know that
he is in a safe and caring environment, for which I am extremely grateful.
16 May 2022
My partner has Alzheimer's and goes to the centre every day. Although he is a quiet man he thoroughly enjoys himself there. Even though he sleeps a lot. Every member of staff that I have contact with are amazing, they are kind and gentle and know how to get the best out of my partner. When I have a
question and speak with them I am never made to feel like I'm being a nuisance - they are very reassuring and they are an amazing team.
03 October 2019
I cannot speak highly enough of the help and kindness shown to my husband whilst he was at the day centre. Also, for all the help and advice given to me - always someone ready to help.
They really do care.
08 May 2019
The manager and the team are outstanding.
I would have no hesitation in recommending them. They go above and beyond to try to make everyone as happy and content as they can be.
This is a service of excellence at all times.
Thank you so much, you are all totally amazing.
11 April 2019
Mum looks forward to coming each time. She has made friends and enjoys the food here. They are very caring.
31 January 2019
I have found all staff very friendly and helpful. There always appears to be something going on for people to join in with. It makes such a difference knowing you can have a few hours off while your loved one is being well cared for.
17 August 2018
I enjoy coming to the day centre. I did not think I would mind coming here. When I have to go elsewhere, I do miss the day out and I have found staff good and fun.
They can be stern when they have to be! All good.