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19 January 2026
The staff and management team at Annandale were an incredible support for the last few months of my wife's life, not only to her, but also to me and our family.
They all gave 110% to make Ursula's life bearable.
16 January 2026
Well what an amazing home.my dad went to annadale lodge for the last few weeks of his life and the minute we walked through the door we felt immediately at ease we were welcomed with a smile by georgina the manager and millie the events manager. This was a very difficult situation for our family but
was made alot easier by this wonderful team . Mary the nurse and all the team took great care of dad often getting a smile out of him and a wave, and nothing was to much trouble. Dad didn't want to go into a home but mum was struggling caring for him,but he liked it here and was made very comfortable. Having worked in care myself in a very good carehome I new this home was brilliant. They looked after us also and on dad's last day we spent all day at the home and we plied with hot drinks and offered and evening meal. I will bexable to cherish dad's last day thanks to their support. 100% care in my eyes tops marks xx
14 January 2026
I cannot emphasise how well my dad was take care of during his few months at Annandale Lodge. We first contacted them after dads condition deteriorated and was taken to hospital. I contacted the manager and within days, she had seen dad in hospital, reviewed his condition and arranged transfer to
the nursing home. We chose Annandale because the facility is very homely and friendly. All the staff are extremely friendly and polite, and there was always somebody that could give an update on dads condition. They always treated dad with care and compassion, and soon worked out what did and didn't work for him. If you want your loved one to be taken care of, I would without any hesitation recommend Annandale Lodge.
14 January 2026
We cannot thank this care home enough for the compassion, kindness, and dignity they showed my dad during the last five weeks of his life while he was receiving palliative care. From the very first day, every member of staff treated him - and us as a family - with genuine warmth, respect, and
understanding.
The care my dad received was exceptional. The staff went above and beyond to ensure he was comfortable, peaceful, and never alone. Their professionalism was matched by their kindness; nothing ever felt rushed, and no request was ever too much trouble. They took the time to get to know my dad as a person, not just a patient, and that meant more to us than words can express.
During an incredibly difficult time, the support they gave our family was invaluable. We were kept informed, reassured, and shown endless compassion. Knowing he was in such safe, caring hands brought us comfort when we needed it most.
We will always be deeply grateful for the love and dignity shown to my dad
13 January 2026
My mother was admitted to Annadale Lodge to receive end-of-life care. As upsetting as this was, she was looked after with great kindness, dignity and expertise.
Everyone at Annadale took an interest and made time to ensure we had everything we needed, from management to catering staff. I am most
grateful to the whole team.
17 April 2025
I cannot fault Annandale Lodge all staff are dedicated, friendly and helpful not just to the residents but to the visitors as well I am so happy that my husband is there.
15 April 2025
My message to management and staff - Thank you all for your individual and collective care for my mom. She really does adore your care and attention. Thanks with huge appreciation to one and all, always with love and appreciation.
09 April 2025
My mum was resident at Annandale Lodge from August last year until March this year and right from the start the care was excellent. Every single member of the team went above and beyond and the biggest impression left on me was how they made sure my dad was also looked after whilst he was there
visiting mum. Can't fault the care we received.
19 March 2025
My Husband has been at Annandale lodge since Dec.24 he has vascular dementia. and as soon as i view the home you felt the love in every room and it feels like a proper home not an insitution like some places, the staff
are awesome from the carers to the cleaning staff they all make my husband
laugh and he makes them laugh
if he's having a bad day they pick him up by chatting and making him laugh and feel good..they all go above
and beyond and the nurses are awesome too, they do a fantastic job looking after him and making sure he takes his medication in a lovely way.. the manager is awesome to, she listen to your worries she reassures you by explaining how dementia effects some people with my husband they all have been great and treat him with
respect love and compassion and dignity and still make him feel like he's still a man, and not a baby.. the food
is out of this world and everyone pulls together as a team.. And for me they also have helped me to see i've down the right thing
07 November 2024
I would like to say a very big thank you to you all for the care that you gave my partner. You were all so very kind. You all treated him with dignity.
You treated him so lovingly. It was apparent in all that you did for him.
I was so lucky that he was placed in your home.
This home is filled
with love, I felt it from the first moment that I walked in and I am sure he felt it too.
I noticed that you went the extra mile while he was here. Nothing was too much trouble. He was cold and needed a blanket, one arrived in minutes. He fancied an ice pop, one magically appeared from the kitchen.
Tragically you didn't know him when he was a fit and well man with a wicked sense of humour however you all gave him the most precious gift of giving him your time. I know that he was settled and comfortable at all times and that is what mattered the most.
I would like to say a very big thank you from the bottom of my heart.
18 September 2024
All the staff were excellent, I just wish my Mom had been longer there.
06 August 2024
My dad who has dementia has been at Annandale for 6 years and has always been treated with compassion and kindness. The carers are genuinely thoughtful of his needs. They have supported him through this awful disease and have been there when I have not been able to face it. I will be forever
grateful for this.
06 August 2024
The team have been looking after Dad for 8 months now, and have been kind, caring and thoughtful throughout. Compassionate when his dementia-driven behaviour was so tricky, but now with extra tenderness and care as he has become more frail. When he was more alert, he definitely enjoyed the banter
and chat with all the staff - the kitchen team when deciding on meals, stop by for a natter, the care staff too. The manager leads by example and exudes care and compassion, and I have the utmost confidence in her and her team to continue to look after Dad.
10 November 2023
My mother-in-law has been in the care of Annandale Lodge since Jan 2023. Despite her ongoing ailments including a recent Dementia diagnosis Mum has always been treated with the utmost respect and more importantly loving care. Everyone from the cleaning, kitchen, care, nursing staff and Manager
always has time to spend valuable interactions with Mum ensuring she is involved in both understanding her care but most importantly her everyday needs.
All staff are always willing to listen to our concerns or discuss with us Mum's care.
Recently on Mum's Birthday the staff gathered to help her celebrate which showed Mum is not just treated as another resident they really do care for her as an individual.
16 October 2023
I visit my good friend who is a resident in this home. I am always greeted by very friendly staff. My friend genuinely loves living here. The care he receives is always of high quality. Every member of staff, I have been fortunate enough to meet, is so kind and genuine. When he comes to choosing
food options, the chef is always very flexible with his choices. Management is extremely friendly and takes time out to chat with him. A great place.
13 October 2023
I am extremely happy living here. The staff are very kind, caring and thoughtful. The kitchen staff are very understanding and tailor my meals according to my needs. The management team are genuine and sit and talk with me regularly.
I feel very safe here and trust all the staff.
04 September 2023
Just wanted to extend our sincere thanks to the management and staff at Annandale Lodge. Despite my father-in-law's aliments, both he and the family feel he is in the best place. He feels happy and secure, and we feel he is getting a good standard of care. Worthy of note is the friendliness of the
staff and the improved menu.
My sincere thanks to you all.
17 July 2023
My daughter-in-law entered Annandale Home whilst in the final stages of a terminal illness. The care that she received was the best that we could have for her. The staff were excellent, always respectful we could not fault one single moment. As the time came for her to leave this world the family
were shown such kindness, which was way beyond the staff's normal duties. I would have no hesitation in recommending this home to anyone who wants to give their relatives kindness and good loving care. She was kept clean and comfortable to the end. Excellent home.
17 May 2023
My mother was in the care of Annandale Lodge during March and April 2023. The care she received during this period allowed her to live her final days in comfort, surrounded by the most caring of people. Every person we had contact with was an absolute credit to both Annandale Lodge and the caring
profession in general. The humanity and patience shown by all of the care staff were a great comfort to us and took away any concerns we had regarding her final days.
04 May 2023
I felt very happy with my husband in the room he had and found the care touching and kind. Sadly he was there too short a time and I couldn't comment on the facilities and activities as he was not able to use them.
Latest Reviews for Annandale Lodge Care Home
19 January 2026
The staff and management team at Annandale were an incredible support for the last few months of my wife's life, not only to her, but also to me and our family.
They all gave 110% to make Ursula's life bearable.
16 January 2026
Well what an amazing home.my dad went to annadale lodge for the last few weeks of his life and the minute we walked through the door we felt immediately at ease we were welcomed with a smile by georgina the manager and millie the events manager. This was a very difficult situation for our family but
was made alot easier by this wonderful team . Mary the nurse and all the team took great care of dad often getting a smile out of him and a wave, and nothing was to much trouble. Dad didn't want to go into a home but mum was struggling caring for him,but he liked it here and was made very comfortable. Having worked in care myself in a very good carehome I new this home was brilliant. They looked after us also and on dad's last day we spent all day at the home and we plied with hot drinks and offered and evening meal. I will bexable to cherish dad's last day thanks to their support. 100% care in my eyes tops marks xx
14 January 2026
I cannot emphasise how well my dad was take care of during his few months at Annandale Lodge. We first contacted them after dads condition deteriorated and was taken to hospital. I contacted the manager and within days, she had seen dad in hospital, reviewed his condition and arranged transfer to
the nursing home. We chose Annandale because the facility is very homely and friendly. All the staff are extremely friendly and polite, and there was always somebody that could give an update on dads condition. They always treated dad with care and compassion, and soon worked out what did and didn't work for him. If you want your loved one to be taken care of, I would without any hesitation recommend Annandale Lodge.
14 January 2026
We cannot thank this care home enough for the compassion, kindness, and dignity they showed my dad during the last five weeks of his life while he was receiving palliative care. From the very first day, every member of staff treated him - and us as a family - with genuine warmth, respect, and
understanding.
The care my dad received was exceptional. The staff went above and beyond to ensure he was comfortable, peaceful, and never alone. Their professionalism was matched by their kindness; nothing ever felt rushed, and no request was ever too much trouble. They took the time to get to know my dad as a person, not just a patient, and that meant more to us than words can express.
During an incredibly difficult time, the support they gave our family was invaluable. We were kept informed, reassured, and shown endless compassion. Knowing he was in such safe, caring hands brought us comfort when we needed it most.
We will always be deeply grateful for the love and dignity shown to my dad
13 January 2026
My mother was admitted to Annadale Lodge to receive end-of-life care. As upsetting as this was, she was looked after with great kindness, dignity and expertise.
Everyone at Annadale took an interest and made time to ensure we had everything we needed, from management to catering staff. I am most
grateful to the whole team.
17 April 2025
I cannot fault Annandale Lodge all staff are dedicated, friendly and helpful not just to the residents but to the visitors as well I am so happy that my husband is there.
15 April 2025
My message to management and staff - Thank you all for your individual and collective care for my mom. She really does adore your care and attention. Thanks with huge appreciation to one and all, always with love and appreciation.
09 April 2025
My mum was resident at Annandale Lodge from August last year until March this year and right from the start the care was excellent. Every single member of the team went above and beyond and the biggest impression left on me was how they made sure my dad was also looked after whilst he was there
visiting mum. Can't fault the care we received.
19 March 2025
My Husband has been at Annandale lodge since Dec.24 he has vascular dementia. and as soon as i view the home you felt the love in every room and it feels like a proper home not an insitution like some places, the staff
are awesome from the carers to the cleaning staff they all make my husband
laugh and he makes them laugh
if he's having a bad day they pick him up by chatting and making him laugh and feel good..they all go above
and beyond and the nurses are awesome too, they do a fantastic job looking after him and making sure he takes his medication in a lovely way.. the manager is awesome to, she listen to your worries she reassures you by explaining how dementia effects some people with my husband they all have been great and treat him with
respect love and compassion and dignity and still make him feel like he's still a man, and not a baby.. the food
is out of this world and everyone pulls together as a team.. And for me they also have helped me to see i've down the right thing
07 November 2024
I would like to say a very big thank you to you all for the care that you gave my partner. You were all so very kind. You all treated him with dignity.
You treated him so lovingly. It was apparent in all that you did for him.
I was so lucky that he was placed in your home.
This home is filled
with love, I felt it from the first moment that I walked in and I am sure he felt it too.
I noticed that you went the extra mile while he was here. Nothing was too much trouble. He was cold and needed a blanket, one arrived in minutes. He fancied an ice pop, one magically appeared from the kitchen.
Tragically you didn't know him when he was a fit and well man with a wicked sense of humour however you all gave him the most precious gift of giving him your time. I know that he was settled and comfortable at all times and that is what mattered the most.
I would like to say a very big thank you from the bottom of my heart.
18 September 2024
All the staff were excellent, I just wish my Mom had been longer there.
06 August 2024
My dad who has dementia has been at Annandale for 6 years and has always been treated with compassion and kindness. The carers are genuinely thoughtful of his needs. They have supported him through this awful disease and have been there when I have not been able to face it. I will be forever
grateful for this.
06 August 2024
The team have been looking after Dad for 8 months now, and have been kind, caring and thoughtful throughout. Compassionate when his dementia-driven behaviour was so tricky, but now with extra tenderness and care as he has become more frail. When he was more alert, he definitely enjoyed the banter
and chat with all the staff - the kitchen team when deciding on meals, stop by for a natter, the care staff too. The manager leads by example and exudes care and compassion, and I have the utmost confidence in her and her team to continue to look after Dad.
10 November 2023
My mother-in-law has been in the care of Annandale Lodge since Jan 2023. Despite her ongoing ailments including a recent Dementia diagnosis Mum has always been treated with the utmost respect and more importantly loving care. Everyone from the cleaning, kitchen, care, nursing staff and Manager
always has time to spend valuable interactions with Mum ensuring she is involved in both understanding her care but most importantly her everyday needs.
All staff are always willing to listen to our concerns or discuss with us Mum's care.
Recently on Mum's Birthday the staff gathered to help her celebrate which showed Mum is not just treated as another resident they really do care for her as an individual.
16 October 2023
I visit my good friend who is a resident in this home. I am always greeted by very friendly staff. My friend genuinely loves living here. The care he receives is always of high quality. Every member of staff, I have been fortunate enough to meet, is so kind and genuine. When he comes to choosing
food options, the chef is always very flexible with his choices. Management is extremely friendly and takes time out to chat with him. A great place.
13 October 2023
I am extremely happy living here. The staff are very kind, caring and thoughtful. The kitchen staff are very understanding and tailor my meals according to my needs. The management team are genuine and sit and talk with me regularly.
I feel very safe here and trust all the staff.
04 September 2023
Just wanted to extend our sincere thanks to the management and staff at Annandale Lodge. Despite my father-in-law's aliments, both he and the family feel he is in the best place. He feels happy and secure, and we feel he is getting a good standard of care. Worthy of note is the friendliness of the
staff and the improved menu.
My sincere thanks to you all.
17 July 2023
My daughter-in-law entered Annandale Home whilst in the final stages of a terminal illness. The care that she received was the best that we could have for her. The staff were excellent, always respectful we could not fault one single moment. As the time came for her to leave this world the family
were shown such kindness, which was way beyond the staff's normal duties. I would have no hesitation in recommending this home to anyone who wants to give their relatives kindness and good loving care. She was kept clean and comfortable to the end. Excellent home.
17 May 2023
My mother was in the care of Annandale Lodge during March and April 2023. The care she received during this period allowed her to live her final days in comfort, surrounded by the most caring of people. Every person we had contact with was an absolute credit to both Annandale Lodge and the caring
profession in general. The humanity and patience shown by all of the care staff were a great comfort to us and took away any concerns we had regarding her final days.
04 May 2023
I felt very happy with my husband in the room he had and found the care touching and kind. Sadly he was there too short a time and I couldn't comment on the facilities and activities as he was not able to use them.