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30 July 2025
It has been a great day thanks to your work to make my "new" marriage so beautiful. A wonderful organisation of everything; the ceremony, the part with music, delicious cake and drinks. Thank you very much.
14 July 2025
This is my husbands 4th respite stay and after picking him up he told me he would be happy to go back to Longlands. He refused to return to previous care homes, so I know he was happy there. He said the staff were good and liked them all. Longlands will definitely be one of our two choice for any future respite.
04 July 2025
The short time my husband was at Longlands he was well looked after. All stadd very freindly, lovely, atmosphere. Great activities. He really enjoy making a pizza. This was a big step for him. But he settled in very well.
02 July 2025
Our dear Mum joined the Longlands family in 2017 aged 92.She sadly had altzheimers and vascular dementia. Right from the start,we were very impressed with the dedication of the Manager and staff,so caring and kind. Mum had a great choice of activities,and residents were always encouraged to join in if they wanted to.But if not,there were plenty of quiet areas to relax,apart from their comfy bedroom/sitting rooms. We always ,as a family,felt very welcome ,and often took our visits in one of the sitting room areas where we had our lovely cups of tea that mum enjoyed so much. The food was amazing,and all cooked fresh on site,so tasty,and nutritious, and catering to all needs,as mum was on a soft diet. As mums condition deteriorated,the staff went above and beyond to make sure she was comfortable. We sadly lost our dear mum in May,and were able to spend precious hours with her after she passed, in the privacy of her bedroom,where the staff would quietly check on us every so often,so caring
30 June 2025
From the minute we arrived at Longlands Care Home with my father-in-law we could feel the warmth and friendliness. We were all made to feel welcome at any time. Staff very friendly every time we visited which was two or three times a week. We could see in the short time he has been there that my father-in-law was thriving. He enjoyed going into the lounge with other residents or sitting in the garden. He loved going out on a trip to the local farm. The whole team is very caring and want to ensure the happiness of the residents.
27 June 2025
My dad was admitted to Longlands at short notice and the staff couldn't have been more helpful and nice. We were kept very informed as to what was going on and the activities my dad took part in.
10 June 2025
The friendliness & patience of the staff is amazing as nothing appears to phase them, I have nothing but praise for their hard work. My dad has been in residence just over a week and the energy and positivity within is infectious. Dad has lived alone for quite sometime his small village lifestyle seemed to suit his life style. He has moved into Longlands and although he fines it a bit noisy at times, he enjoys the various social activity in the day room. His appetite has always been good and steady but much to my surprise he is eating food he has often told me his dislikes.
30 April 2025
My Father-in-law has been a resident for a few years. The family visit frequently as do we. The whole care team have always been fantastic in all aspects. My father in law is always clean tidy and appears comfortable. We always visit unannounced so we catch the mood in the moment. The teams engagement with the residents has always been excellent Thanks for caring for him
21 March 2025
On the manager's return from annual leave I arranged a meeting to talk to her about mum. Everything was well explained including referrals, medication changes, funding and other issues such as attendance allowance and state pension continuation. Very good meeting and home manager.
04 March 2025
I am happy. Make a lot of friends. I am helped with activities and setting the tables. I like the food, so delicious. My bedroom is clean and tidy. The staff and the manager are very helpful.
04 March 2025
Very happy here. Staff are very good, and very helpful. Place is kept very clean. Management very good.
04 March 2025
The home is very nice, and ran very well. Food varied and good. Staff are very helpful if we need anything. Activities are varied, and it is good to try new activities.
04 March 2025
I like it, very good, and happy with all staff. Happy with all the managers. Activities and food good. You all do good work.
31 January 2025
My mother was briefly a resident at Longlands, awaiting a transfer to a care home nearer to her home town. I was so impressed with the welcome given to both my mother and myself during her 3 week stay. The atmosphere is happy, homely and caring - all the staff without exception were friendly, kind and professional. The communal areas are clean, bright and welcoming. The residents appear to be happy and mix well. There are plenty of activities to engage and motivate them. Communication from staff was very good and I was kept informed at all times of any issues arising. I have no hesitation in recommending Longlands as a well run, warm and welcoming home. I would like to thank all the staff for caring for my mother so well and for making her brief stay with you a happy one.
15 January 2025
A fabulous home! The manager and staff have helped us navigate a difficult placement and given us good help to help her settle in. They have gone to great lengths to understand what she wants, to make her feel secure, and to give her the food and environment she likes. They also have lots of activities, so she can wander around chatting to folk, and also go on trips if she wants, go dancing, watch films, sing in a choir and they have regular doctor visits and good care in the home when inevitably she falls or is ill, without having to go to hospital. Cannot recommend it too highly.
24 December 2024
This was my first experience visiting the care home, I think that the social rooms were well decorated and stocked with coffee/tea, they were clean and tidy. I would like to note that all the care staff I met were polite, busy, helpful and very visible in the home. I can imagine that the work for you all is very challenging, but for me, it was very reassuring to see first-hand your team operating very professionally and respectfully towards all the residents.
26 November 2024
Staff are all very happy and very helpful. If there is an issue they try to solve it as soon as they can. Always made to feel welcome. They all do a very good job. Manageress is great and caring.
12 November 2024
We went to take some post to a neighbour and stayed about half an hour. The home was well-decorated for Halloween. Signing in and out was done promptly. The neat, cheerful staff were busy but kind. We enjoyed the manager's conversations and we're happy to recommend the home when she asked us to.
12 November 2024
Dad had a wonderful stay again. Such an immaculately clean home. It was decorated brilliantly for Halloween. All the staff are always so friendly and caring. The manager is always so helpful and understanding of Dad's needs ensuring they are met whilst he's in respite. The activities at the home are amazing too. So many different activities planned. Thank you for inviting myself and my youngest to join Dad and you all for fireworks. It was such a lovely night.
16 October 2024
I have power of attorney for a resident I have known through my church for several decades. She has never been considered easygoing, and when she was admitted to care after several strokes, because she had lost capacity to live at home with carers we thought that the care home staff would have an uphill struggle. She has settled into Longlands brilliantly. The manager and the carer team have done an excellent job of meeting her needs, and gaining her trust, to the point where she is happiest at Longlands and disinterested in going out. One example of this is that when she wandered in the night recently, which sometimes happens, rather than try to press her to return to bed, they put a film on the big TV for her to watch in the living room and covered her up when she fell asleep on the sofa. Well done to everyone at Longlands.
Latest Reviews for Longlands
30 July 2025
It has been a great day thanks to your work to make my "new" marriage so beautiful. A wonderful organisation of everything; the ceremony, the part with music, delicious cake and drinks. Thank you very much.
14 July 2025
This is my husbands 4th respite stay and after picking him up he told me he would be happy to go back to Longlands. He refused to return to previous care homes, so I know he was happy there. He said the staff were good and liked them all. Longlands will definitely be one of our two choice for any future respite.
04 July 2025
The short time my husband was at Longlands he was well looked after. All stadd very freindly, lovely, atmosphere. Great activities. He really enjoy making a pizza. This was a big step for him. But he settled in very well.
02 July 2025
Our dear Mum joined the Longlands family in 2017 aged 92.She sadly had altzheimers and vascular dementia. Right from the start,we were very impressed with the dedication of the Manager and staff,so caring and kind. Mum had a great choice of activities,and residents were always encouraged to join in if they wanted to.But if not,there were plenty of quiet areas to relax,apart from their comfy bedroom/sitting rooms. We always ,as a family,felt very welcome ,and often took our visits in one of the sitting room areas where we had our lovely cups of tea that mum enjoyed so much. The food was amazing,and all cooked fresh on site,so tasty,and nutritious, and catering to all needs,as mum was on a soft diet. As mums condition deteriorated,the staff went above and beyond to make sure she was comfortable. We sadly lost our dear mum in May,and were able to spend precious hours with her after she passed, in the privacy of her bedroom,where the staff would quietly check on us every so often,so caring
30 June 2025
From the minute we arrived at Longlands Care Home with my father-in-law we could feel the warmth and friendliness. We were all made to feel welcome at any time. Staff very friendly every time we visited which was two or three times a week. We could see in the short time he has been there that my father-in-law was thriving. He enjoyed going into the lounge with other residents or sitting in the garden. He loved going out on a trip to the local farm. The whole team is very caring and want to ensure the happiness of the residents.
27 June 2025
My dad was admitted to Longlands at short notice and the staff couldn't have been more helpful and nice. We were kept very informed as to what was going on and the activities my dad took part in.
10 June 2025
The friendliness & patience of the staff is amazing as nothing appears to phase them, I have nothing but praise for their hard work. My dad has been in residence just over a week and the energy and positivity within is infectious. Dad has lived alone for quite sometime his small village lifestyle seemed to suit his life style. He has moved into Longlands and although he fines it a bit noisy at times, he enjoys the various social activity in the day room. His appetite has always been good and steady but much to my surprise he is eating food he has often told me his dislikes.
30 April 2025
My Father-in-law has been a resident for a few years. The family visit frequently as do we. The whole care team have always been fantastic in all aspects. My father in law is always clean tidy and appears comfortable. We always visit unannounced so we catch the mood in the moment. The teams engagement with the residents has always been excellent Thanks for caring for him
21 March 2025
On the manager's return from annual leave I arranged a meeting to talk to her about mum. Everything was well explained including referrals, medication changes, funding and other issues such as attendance allowance and state pension continuation. Very good meeting and home manager.
04 March 2025
I am happy. Make a lot of friends. I am helped with activities and setting the tables. I like the food, so delicious. My bedroom is clean and tidy. The staff and the manager are very helpful.
04 March 2025
Very happy here. Staff are very good, and very helpful. Place is kept very clean. Management very good.
04 March 2025
The home is very nice, and ran very well. Food varied and good. Staff are very helpful if we need anything. Activities are varied, and it is good to try new activities.
04 March 2025
I like it, very good, and happy with all staff. Happy with all the managers. Activities and food good. You all do good work.
31 January 2025
My mother was briefly a resident at Longlands, awaiting a transfer to a care home nearer to her home town. I was so impressed with the welcome given to both my mother and myself during her 3 week stay. The atmosphere is happy, homely and caring - all the staff without exception were friendly, kind and professional. The communal areas are clean, bright and welcoming. The residents appear to be happy and mix well. There are plenty of activities to engage and motivate them. Communication from staff was very good and I was kept informed at all times of any issues arising. I have no hesitation in recommending Longlands as a well run, warm and welcoming home. I would like to thank all the staff for caring for my mother so well and for making her brief stay with you a happy one.
15 January 2025
A fabulous home! The manager and staff have helped us navigate a difficult placement and given us good help to help her settle in. They have gone to great lengths to understand what she wants, to make her feel secure, and to give her the food and environment she likes. They also have lots of activities, so she can wander around chatting to folk, and also go on trips if she wants, go dancing, watch films, sing in a choir and they have regular doctor visits and good care in the home when inevitably she falls or is ill, without having to go to hospital. Cannot recommend it too highly.
24 December 2024
This was my first experience visiting the care home, I think that the social rooms were well decorated and stocked with coffee/tea, they were clean and tidy. I would like to note that all the care staff I met were polite, busy, helpful and very visible in the home. I can imagine that the work for you all is very challenging, but for me, it was very reassuring to see first-hand your team operating very professionally and respectfully towards all the residents.
26 November 2024
Staff are all very happy and very helpful. If there is an issue they try to solve it as soon as they can. Always made to feel welcome. They all do a very good job. Manageress is great and caring.
12 November 2024
We went to take some post to a neighbour and stayed about half an hour. The home was well-decorated for Halloween. Signing in and out was done promptly. The neat, cheerful staff were busy but kind. We enjoyed the manager's conversations and we're happy to recommend the home when she asked us to.
12 November 2024
Dad had a wonderful stay again. Such an immaculately clean home. It was decorated brilliantly for Halloween. All the staff are always so friendly and caring. The manager is always so helpful and understanding of Dad's needs ensuring they are met whilst he's in respite. The activities at the home are amazing too. So many different activities planned. Thank you for inviting myself and my youngest to join Dad and you all for fireworks. It was such a lovely night.
16 October 2024
I have power of attorney for a resident I have known through my church for several decades. She has never been considered easygoing, and when she was admitted to care after several strokes, because she had lost capacity to live at home with carers we thought that the care home staff would have an uphill struggle. She has settled into Longlands brilliantly. The manager and the carer team have done an excellent job of meeting her needs, and gaining her trust, to the point where she is happiest at Longlands and disinterested in going out. One example of this is that when she wandered in the night recently, which sometimes happens, rather than try to press her to return to bed, they put a film on the big TV for her to watch in the living room and covered her up when she fell asleep on the sofa. Well done to everyone at Longlands.