Latest Reviews for The Meadows
04 August 2025
It is a scary thing moving a relative into a care home, but I know it is the right decision to be at The Meadows. My father chose it and although he still finds things that aren't right for him, I think the staff have gone out of their way to get to know him, his hobbies, humour and his needs (which are sometimes quite demanding). Thank you for helping him settle and supporting him so efficiently.
23 July 2025
My mother lived at the Meadows for 2 years up to her death in June 2025. During this time she required a lot of personal care and assistance. Mum had not wanted to move into a care home but she was made very welcome and settled quickly. Our family were very pleased with the care and respect she was shown. We also found the team were very responsive to any suggestions we made and her care plan was adapted to her specific needs and wishes. The nursing and care teams really got to know her and her preferences for what she liked to eat and drink, the clothes she liked to wear and the TV/radio programmes and activities she enjoyed. From my point of view I was always made to feel welcome when I visited. The garden and first floor balcony are a real asset enabling visitors and residents to enjoy the outdoors. More generally the recent refurbishment has improved the facilities but it is the management, nursing and care teams who make the home the happy and positive place it is.
16 June 2025
Mom moved to The Meadows in Sept 2024, after concerns that the home she was ins ability to support her needs. We knew Mom was approaching end stage and wanted to ensure she had the best care possible. From the moment Mom arrived she was treated with warmth, kindness and love. As Mom was non-verbal and unable to do anything for herself this was hugely important to us. As a family we were very involved in Moms care and all spent a lot of time on Poppy with her. The staff showed the same warmth and kindness to us all. Mom passed away 3 and a half weeks after moving in but it was the best three weeks she'd had in over a year, she was cared for with so much respect, dignity & kindness that those short weeks felt like years. We all felt like part of the Meadows family. The staff made the last few weeks and days of Moms life beautiful and dignified and for that we are eternally grateful.
13 February 2025
During the summer of 2022, my mum's respiratory illness was progressing so rapidly that full-time nursing care was becoming necessary. My brothers and I contacted several nursing homes in the local area. The Meadows stood out in terms of making my mum feel so welcome, and she clearly had great confidence in the care home manager during her preliminary meetings with him. My brothers and I shared this confidence and upon visiting The Meadows there was no doubt that Mum would be happy and extremely well looked after. Upon moving into the home, Mum was only expected to live for a few weeks, but she absolutely thrived at The Meadows, spending nearly two years there before she eventually succumbed to her illness. The care she received was first-rate, but what really shone out was the love that the staff had for my mum. I feel honoured to have witnessed so much loving care bestowed upon my mother by so many staff members and have no hesitation in unreservedly recommending The Meadows.
28 January 2025
We find The Meadows a very warm and welcoming place and whenever we visit mum we are always greeted with smiling faces and happy conversations and all staff that we have day to day contact with are friendly and polite. Right from the outset we knew the home would be a special place for mum to live and have never felt anything but satisfaction with her care and well-being and if any concern has ever been raised it has always been dealt with in a swift, professional manner. A big thank you to all involved, your caring is very much appreciated.
31 December 2024
My mother decided she wanted to move from her bungalow to a care home, choosing The Meadows in Didcot on the recommendation of a friend. Due to her medical condition, she was in need of nursing care, which The Meadows provided. On moving in, her life expectancy was just two weeks. She was fully involved in the decision to move to The Meadows; she even 'interviewed' the care home manager and chose her own room. She had much better care in The Meadows than my brothers and I could provide for her at home. Her life was undoubtedly extended by her experience there and family could visit at anytime. She lived for almost two years in The Meadows, well beyond her predicted life expectancy. The Meadows dealt with her passing with dignity. The care she received during her time there was exceptional. I recommend The Meadows Care Home to anyone seeking good care in a relaxed atmosphere.
17 December 2024
Mum moved to The Meadows in February 2024. She is so happy and settled. The care she receives is great. It has given the family peace of mind that she is now safe and well cared for! The staff on Bluebell are fantastic and very patient with the family and our questions. The staff activity team are excellent. There is so much going on. I attended my first residents meeting recently, senior staff were very informative and noted any concerns which was reassuring. Looking forward to 2025!
19 November 2024
My father was placed at The Meadows for last-minute respite care when my mum was rushed to hospital. The team at The Meadows have been extremely caring and attentive towards my grand since his arrival. Everyone on the team is friendly and welcoming to our family - it's like coming home when we visit and see everyone's smiling faces. The staff seem to really love working at The Meadows. The care my dad is receiving is so reassuring and heartwarming. As a family, we all agree that The Meadows was a real lucky find. We all agree that The Meadows was a really lucky find. We'd like to thank all members of the team for their love and care.
24 September 2024
My husband has been at The Meadows now for over 3 years. From day one, he has been happy and well cared for. The management, carers, nurses, entertainment staff and kitchen staff do a wonderful job. Putting a loved one in a nursing home is such a big decision to make and is so wonderful to see how well they are cared for. Thank you all at The Meadows for all your hard work. God bless you all.
20 September 2024
Only been here a few months but all staff are very helpful and look after her very well.
20 September 2024
We have been in The Meadows since March 2024 and feel at home here apart from the fact my wife cannot look after herself and the fact we lost our only son on the 1st of July 2024 and we could not get transport to say goodbye to him. All of the staff were excellent and did all they could for us, but it was still very traumatic. The caring staff do their best to provide good care and day activities but sometimes they're a bit lacking. The food is varied in detail. All in all a very good home for somebody who needs it.
20 September 2024
Garden benches need to be bolted to the floor as my brother witnessed a resident fall backwards off the bench. Need more staff so when residents are in both lounges there is someone there as I witnessed a man in a wheelchair with brakes off using his feet to scoot outside when carer came in she asked if I had moved him which I hadn't - not good.
18 June 2024
My mother has been a full-time resident since 01/04/24. During this time she has been looked after really well and kept occupied. Her general wellbeing has improved and she looks and feels so much better. My experience when visiting is really good and all staff are helpful and informative. I only hope if my time comes for this type of care that it is equal to what my mum is experiencing now.
09 April 2024
Took my mum down to the Friday activity which was a live singer. He geared the songs to the age/chosen ones that they knew. He focused on the residents, was caring, interacted with them. Their faces showed how much they enjoyed the session. He spoke to them and held their hands. Just shows the power of music, even for those that are unable to talk or barely move, yet their faces glowed with enjoyment - so lovely to see.
11 March 2024
At the beginning of this year with the help of my mother's social worker, I was able to finally move my mother from a care home where she had lived for over two years to The Meadows. I received a call from the manager of The Meadows who was so kind, reassuring and organised for my mother to be assessed, and all the paperwork was quickly sorted with Social Services, so no further delays were moving my mother. On arrival, I can't thank all the staff enough for how they welcomed my mother immediately seeking medical help and medication for her as she was so unwell on her arrival. She is now making good progress and feeling much better. They even found her one hearing aid had no battery in it, so sorted this too with a battery. They got her ready for bed and made her feel very welcome in her new home. At The Meadows, my mother is treated with dignity and allowed to make her own choices. She is enjoying being able to stay in her bed and rest. All management have been outstanding. Thank you!
30 January 2024
My long-standing friend was moved into The Meadows with just two days notice but everything went very well. All the staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful. The atmosphere is relaxed, clean and organised. I am welcome to visit anytime and everyone is cooperative and supportive.
12 January 2024
My father was only in the Meadows for a couple of months but the care that they provided for him in his last few days was exceptional. The nurse and her staff were kind and thoughtful, also the care assistance team were amazing, particularly the lovely girl with the red hair (sorry we did not get her name) who seemed to connect with dad. We can not fault the cleanliness and the general feeling of a home from home made us happy that dad was being looked after. Thank you all for everything you did for us.
12 January 2024
Overall since my mum has arrived at The Meadows I have found the majority of staff excellent and my mum settled in well. I do feel at times communication from The Meadows has failed especially when mum has been ill. The majority of all the staff are really friendly and always helpful and nothing is too much trouble. However some occasions the odd staff member I have found rude, dismissive and difficult to talk to which is a shame as the majority do a fantastic job which is to say the least is very demanding.
12 January 2024
My mother, who only spent a short while in The Meadows received exceptional care. All the nurses/carers were so very kind and made her last days very comfortable. As a family, we felt welcome to come or go whenever we wanted and they all went the extra mile.
05 June 2023
My father (and for a brief time before her death, my mother) received quite exceptional care here over almost 7 years. He felt it was his home, he had excellent relationships with his lovely carers and the excellent nurses. Even though dementia and old age meant that things were often quite challenging, the care team on Primrose Unit rose to the challenges, time after time. We will always be so grateful to them and to all at The Meadows.. as a family we could not have wished for better or kinder care.
Latest Reviews for The Meadows
04 August 2025
It is a scary thing moving a relative into a care home, but I know it is the right decision to be at The Meadows. My father chose it and although he still finds things that aren't right for him, I think the staff have gone out of their way to get to know him, his hobbies, humour and his needs (which are sometimes quite demanding). Thank you for helping him settle and supporting him so efficiently.
23 July 2025
My mother lived at the Meadows for 2 years up to her death in June 2025. During this time she required a lot of personal care and assistance. Mum had not wanted to move into a care home but she was made very welcome and settled quickly. Our family were very pleased with the care and respect she was shown. We also found the team were very responsive to any suggestions we made and her care plan was adapted to her specific needs and wishes. The nursing and care teams really got to know her and her preferences for what she liked to eat and drink, the clothes she liked to wear and the TV/radio programmes and activities she enjoyed. From my point of view I was always made to feel welcome when I visited. The garden and first floor balcony are a real asset enabling visitors and residents to enjoy the outdoors. More generally the recent refurbishment has improved the facilities but it is the management, nursing and care teams who make the home the happy and positive place it is.
16 June 2025
Mom moved to The Meadows in Sept 2024, after concerns that the home she was ins ability to support her needs. We knew Mom was approaching end stage and wanted to ensure she had the best care possible. From the moment Mom arrived she was treated with warmth, kindness and love. As Mom was non-verbal and unable to do anything for herself this was hugely important to us. As a family we were very involved in Moms care and all spent a lot of time on Poppy with her. The staff showed the same warmth and kindness to us all. Mom passed away 3 and a half weeks after moving in but it was the best three weeks she'd had in over a year, she was cared for with so much respect, dignity & kindness that those short weeks felt like years. We all felt like part of the Meadows family. The staff made the last few weeks and days of Moms life beautiful and dignified and for that we are eternally grateful.
13 February 2025
During the summer of 2022, my mum's respiratory illness was progressing so rapidly that full-time nursing care was becoming necessary. My brothers and I contacted several nursing homes in the local area. The Meadows stood out in terms of making my mum feel so welcome, and she clearly had great confidence in the care home manager during her preliminary meetings with him. My brothers and I shared this confidence and upon visiting The Meadows there was no doubt that Mum would be happy and extremely well looked after. Upon moving into the home, Mum was only expected to live for a few weeks, but she absolutely thrived at The Meadows, spending nearly two years there before she eventually succumbed to her illness. The care she received was first-rate, but what really shone out was the love that the staff had for my mum. I feel honoured to have witnessed so much loving care bestowed upon my mother by so many staff members and have no hesitation in unreservedly recommending The Meadows.
28 January 2025
We find The Meadows a very warm and welcoming place and whenever we visit mum we are always greeted with smiling faces and happy conversations and all staff that we have day to day contact with are friendly and polite. Right from the outset we knew the home would be a special place for mum to live and have never felt anything but satisfaction with her care and well-being and if any concern has ever been raised it has always been dealt with in a swift, professional manner. A big thank you to all involved, your caring is very much appreciated.
31 December 2024
My mother decided she wanted to move from her bungalow to a care home, choosing The Meadows in Didcot on the recommendation of a friend. Due to her medical condition, she was in need of nursing care, which The Meadows provided. On moving in, her life expectancy was just two weeks. She was fully involved in the decision to move to The Meadows; she even 'interviewed' the care home manager and chose her own room. She had much better care in The Meadows than my brothers and I could provide for her at home. Her life was undoubtedly extended by her experience there and family could visit at anytime. She lived for almost two years in The Meadows, well beyond her predicted life expectancy. The Meadows dealt with her passing with dignity. The care she received during her time there was exceptional. I recommend The Meadows Care Home to anyone seeking good care in a relaxed atmosphere.
17 December 2024
Mum moved to The Meadows in February 2024. She is so happy and settled. The care she receives is great. It has given the family peace of mind that she is now safe and well cared for! The staff on Bluebell are fantastic and very patient with the family and our questions. The staff activity team are excellent. There is so much going on. I attended my first residents meeting recently, senior staff were very informative and noted any concerns which was reassuring. Looking forward to 2025!
19 November 2024
My father was placed at The Meadows for last-minute respite care when my mum was rushed to hospital. The team at The Meadows have been extremely caring and attentive towards my grand since his arrival. Everyone on the team is friendly and welcoming to our family - it's like coming home when we visit and see everyone's smiling faces. The staff seem to really love working at The Meadows. The care my dad is receiving is so reassuring and heartwarming. As a family, we all agree that The Meadows was a real lucky find. We all agree that The Meadows was a really lucky find. We'd like to thank all members of the team for their love and care.
24 September 2024
My husband has been at The Meadows now for over 3 years. From day one, he has been happy and well cared for. The management, carers, nurses, entertainment staff and kitchen staff do a wonderful job. Putting a loved one in a nursing home is such a big decision to make and is so wonderful to see how well they are cared for. Thank you all at The Meadows for all your hard work. God bless you all.
20 September 2024
Only been here a few months but all staff are very helpful and look after her very well.
20 September 2024
We have been in The Meadows since March 2024 and feel at home here apart from the fact my wife cannot look after herself and the fact we lost our only son on the 1st of July 2024 and we could not get transport to say goodbye to him. All of the staff were excellent and did all they could for us, but it was still very traumatic. The caring staff do their best to provide good care and day activities but sometimes they're a bit lacking. The food is varied in detail. All in all a very good home for somebody who needs it.
20 September 2024
Garden benches need to be bolted to the floor as my brother witnessed a resident fall backwards off the bench. Need more staff so when residents are in both lounges there is someone there as I witnessed a man in a wheelchair with brakes off using his feet to scoot outside when carer came in she asked if I had moved him which I hadn't - not good.
18 June 2024
My mother has been a full-time resident since 01/04/24. During this time she has been looked after really well and kept occupied. Her general wellbeing has improved and she looks and feels so much better. My experience when visiting is really good and all staff are helpful and informative. I only hope if my time comes for this type of care that it is equal to what my mum is experiencing now.
09 April 2024
Took my mum down to the Friday activity which was a live singer. He geared the songs to the age/chosen ones that they knew. He focused on the residents, was caring, interacted with them. Their faces showed how much they enjoyed the session. He spoke to them and held their hands. Just shows the power of music, even for those that are unable to talk or barely move, yet their faces glowed with enjoyment - so lovely to see.
11 March 2024
At the beginning of this year with the help of my mother's social worker, I was able to finally move my mother from a care home where she had lived for over two years to The Meadows. I received a call from the manager of The Meadows who was so kind, reassuring and organised for my mother to be assessed, and all the paperwork was quickly sorted with Social Services, so no further delays were moving my mother. On arrival, I can't thank all the staff enough for how they welcomed my mother immediately seeking medical help and medication for her as she was so unwell on her arrival. She is now making good progress and feeling much better. They even found her one hearing aid had no battery in it, so sorted this too with a battery. They got her ready for bed and made her feel very welcome in her new home. At The Meadows, my mother is treated with dignity and allowed to make her own choices. She is enjoying being able to stay in her bed and rest. All management have been outstanding. Thank you!
30 January 2024
My long-standing friend was moved into The Meadows with just two days notice but everything went very well. All the staff are friendly, welcoming and helpful. The atmosphere is relaxed, clean and organised. I am welcome to visit anytime and everyone is cooperative and supportive.
12 January 2024
My father was only in the Meadows for a couple of months but the care that they provided for him in his last few days was exceptional. The nurse and her staff were kind and thoughtful, also the care assistance team were amazing, particularly the lovely girl with the red hair (sorry we did not get her name) who seemed to connect with dad. We can not fault the cleanliness and the general feeling of a home from home made us happy that dad was being looked after. Thank you all for everything you did for us.
12 January 2024
Overall since my mum has arrived at The Meadows I have found the majority of staff excellent and my mum settled in well. I do feel at times communication from The Meadows has failed especially when mum has been ill. The majority of all the staff are really friendly and always helpful and nothing is too much trouble. However some occasions the odd staff member I have found rude, dismissive and difficult to talk to which is a shame as the majority do a fantastic job which is to say the least is very demanding.
12 January 2024
My mother, who only spent a short while in The Meadows received exceptional care. All the nurses/carers were so very kind and made her last days very comfortable. As a family, we felt welcome to come or go whenever we wanted and they all went the extra mile.
05 June 2023
My father (and for a brief time before her death, my mother) received quite exceptional care here over almost 7 years. He felt it was his home, he had excellent relationships with his lovely carers and the excellent nurses. Even though dementia and old age meant that things were often quite challenging, the care team on Primrose Unit rose to the challenges, time after time. We will always be so grateful to them and to all at The Meadows.. as a family we could not have wished for better or kinder care.