Reviews for Hunters Care Home

On the whole, Mum was looked after very well, we found the staff kind and caring and the management team always had time to talk to us or discuss any issues. The airy layout of Memory Lane allows for plenty of natural light and for residents to feel they are not trapped in. As visitors, we felt it was Mums home and we could come and go as we pleased.

Susie Vaughan - The Musical Memory Works
I very much look forward to my visits to Hunters, where I give music, singing and percussion workshops for my project The Musical Memory Works. It is a very friendly, relaxed home, with a lovely atmosphere in a beautiful setting. Ben and Ali, who help me with the workshops, are unfailingly professional, supportive and caring, with a genuine ability to engage with the residents. Consequently, the room is always full of fun and laughter! It’s wonderful to see the residents playing everything so brilliantly and trying out so many different musical instruments and skills, and they are always so welcoming. A very special place!

Just finished my nursing placement at Hunters care centre. All the staff are very kind and one can tell the passion they have for the work they do. From the nurses, carers, maintenance, management, the chefs, they all do such a great job that it was very inspiring being there as a student nurse. I appreciate that everyone was very helpful and supportive of my learning. I have developed and improved a lot of skills and am grateful especially to the nurses for their guidance and encouragement. Thank you so much Hunters team!

The management at Hunters Care Centre work towards creating a caring, stimulating environment for the residents.

All the staff are industrious, kind and cheerful whether the focus of their work is physical care, maintenance of the building, cleaning, reception or administration, entertainment or catering.

The needs of the residents are closely monitored and assessed.

For the families of those who are unable to assimilate or articulate their thoughts due to impaired mental capacity for a variety of reasons, can rest assured that the staff who look after these clients make every effort to provide a homely, tranquil environment and treat everyone with dignity with emphasis on excellent standards of hygiene and grooming, clothes that co-ordinate, mental stimulation and activities.

I think standards are high and generally the aim is for families to feel confident in the quality of care when they have to leave their relatives in the charge of others.

I had a 10-week placement as a nursing student at Hunters Care Centre. It was a great experience. The staff were very caring and supportive of each other, the residents, and their families. The home has such a welcoming atmosphere and great activities to keep the residents engaged. The whole team in the nursing home works together to give the best for the residents. I would recommend this home, especially Memory Lane, a well-set-up unit for people with dementia.

I was placed at Hunters Care Centre as a 2nd year student nurse. The team are wonderful, I have had incredible support from absolutely everybody. All the team are so welcoming and friendly, they really put me at ease and have given me a really valuable learning experience.
I have observed and been fortunate to be involved in the excellent care of the residents who seem very happy to be part of the Barchester family. I will be sad to move to the next placement!

"I was only resident at Hunters for 2 weeks' respite whilst family were away on holiday. I was made very welcome by staff and residents. The food was good although a big meal again at 5:30 pm was too close to lunch, all the sandwiches were available. I enjoyed walking around the grounds (needing a bit of TLC). All the staff- day and night - attentive and helpful."

M J
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I spent a week in Hunters Care Home from 10.4.25. It is my second visit to Hunters and I can recommend it 100% The management and staff are all kind, caring and courteous. Hunters is kept spotless and the food is very good."

Barbara B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.73 out of 5

"My mother was very anxious initially about going in for respite care, this is the third time she has stayed and she is very settled and has made some lovely friends with other residents and staff. Everyone is so friendly, all the staff remembered her name when she arrived and they all made every effort to ensure she was well looked after, safe and comfortable. She will be back whenever we go away."

Lindsey C
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My mother spent the last 6 months of her life at Hunters Lodge. She had just lost her husband and had become very confused and upset. She came for respite care initially but we knew she couldn't cope alone in her apartment. She moved to Hunters permanently to be near me and had a beautiful newly refurbished room which opened out onto the courtyard. She loved the outdoors so much and this was really important for her. She had a lovely summer in the courtyard, eating outside and socialising with her new friends. She had really started to settle, join in activities and make friendships. From the beginning, all the staff were amazing caring and welcoming to my mother and us. It was good to know she was safe, warm and well-fed. Hunter's lodge is a very special place because of the wonderful staff. They cared so well for Mum and since her death, they have also cared for me."

H S
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My mother moved into Hunters Care Home some three and a half years ago, already suffering from advanced dementia. She passed away very recently in her 98th year. I wish to say how grateful I am to all the staff I have encountered at Hunters for their consistent and genuine care and kindness in dealing with my mother. If I had to pick anyone out I would say a particular thank you to the clinical lead for Memory Lane and to the general manager both of whom have unendingly supported both my mother and myself to a very high standard. To all of Hunters' staff, thank you so much for making my mother's last years comfortable and bearable. I would unconditionally recommend Hunters to anyone looking for a first-class care home."

Nicholas T
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"Cannot express how well we have been looked after. The staff are excellent we came for a two-week respite and feel so much better. Look forward to coming again. Thank you so much."

Doreen F
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"My 97 yr old father with dementia had an emergency admission on the afternoon of 23.12.22 - having contacted the care home only that morning. The manager came and assessed him immediately and arranged for transport to pick him up. He was admitted to a clean room with good facilities. His clothes and belongings were immediately tagged. The nursing staff looking after him were kind and attentive and cheerful. They made him comfortable and undertook regular observation. On 25.12 he was ready to come to us for Christmas lunch by 10.30 am. Unfortunately on the evening of the 27th, he deteriorated further. He required quite a lot of input from the senior nurses overnight, who arranged for him to be seen by the paramedics and then the on-call doctor for the area. The family had already decided that aggressive treatment was futile in my father's case - so he remained in the nursing home receiving exemplary end-of-life care. We were made to feel welcome and were able to stay until he died."

Rupert B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.50 out of 5

"Restful break, nice to be spoilt, would strongly recommend."

Jack F
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"The general manager has been a delight to deal with, nothing is too much trouble and he is immediately responsive. My mother was a very reluctant arrival but is settling well and engaging with everything. The home is beautifully appointed and my parent's room is very comfy and modern. Delicious food, which I am looking forward to sampling! Fantastic activities and a really active on social media so we can see our folks enjoying everything! Such a relief - thank you!"

Carrie T
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"When I visited Hunters Care Home to look around, I was impressed by the lovely receptionist who was both friendly and helpful. They have continued to be so throughout Mum's stay and it makes a large impact to be greeted by someone so kind. Everyone else has been similarly generous with smiles and help. Congratulations to a great body of staff."

L H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.50 out of 5

"The care staff were very kind and attentive, and compassionate throughout my father's stay. He was very well looked after and I'm extremely glad we chose Hunters as his care centre after he has to leave his flat. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Hunters to others who are looking for a high-quality personalised care service."

C R
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5