Reviews for Overslade House Care Home

Overslade house care home is one of the best I have seen. The management and care staff are fantastic. They give their residents the best care and bring happiness and laughter to whoever walks in. This care home is very clean and homely.

Absolutely Wonderful! After visiting every care home in this area for my mother last year after her Alzheimer's diagnosis. I knew instantly on walking into Overslade House this was the one. The feel was peaceful, the staff were all so welcoming and kind and happy. All smiling in their work and so attentive with residents. The Manager Violetta and her management team went above and beyond to help us and get us the solution we needed and wanted for her future care and rest of her life. Their attention to detail and constant communication and reassurance was outstanding and still is many, many months on. Regular check ins and updates, communication is excellent. MY mother is so happy, interacts with residents, has put weight on and looks the best she has in years considering the decline in her disease. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for excellent care for a family member and if gold star service was an option I would give it. 10 out of 10 to Violetta, Genoveva and staff of Barchester & Overslade House. THANK YOU!

"The management of Overslade House very kindly offered me a room at very short notice after suddenly I was unable to walk or look after myself. I have enjoyed my 3 and a half months stay here and have received outstanding care from the cleaners, carers, kitchen staff, handymen, nurses and management. I have been impressed by the high level of teamwork and cooperation throughout the staff. I have experienced kindness, consideration and understanding from all the staff who work to the highest professional standards. The food is good and varied. The entertainment team work hard to provide an excellent programme of events. The atmosphere of friendly encouragement helped me to prepare for my operation and assisted in my recovery after surgery. I have visited care homes throughout England and Wales but none have reached the high standards within Overslade House."

Alison R
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Absolutely Wonderful! After visiting every care home in this area for my mother last year after her Alzheimer's diagnosis. I knew instantly on walking into Overslade House this was the one. The feel was peaceful, the staff were all so welcoming and kind and happy. All smiling in their work and so attentive with residents. The Manager and her management team went above and beyond to help us and get us the solution we needed and wanted for her future care and rest of her life. Their attention to detail and constant communication and reassurance was outstanding and still is many, many months on. Regular check ins and updates, communication is excellent. My mother is so happy, interacts with residents, has put weight on and looks the best she has in years considering the decline in her disease. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for excellent care for a family member. 10 out of 10 to the management and staff of Barchester & Overslade House."

Tracie T
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Brilliant place for our mum to stay. This is mum's third visit to Overslade House whilst we go on holiday. Mum thoroughly enjoys her stay with the staff at the home from home. She has Alzheimer's and leaving her with other people was quite a daunting task especially as she lives with me usually. Mum loves the atmosphere and the staff are brilliant. Her guests are always made to feel welcome and she loves joining in the activities. God willing, mum will be staying at Overslade on more dates in the future. Keep up the good work all."

Shirley T
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"After an initial transfer from hospital late December, our mother has settled and generally improved over the last few months due to the kind and caring expertise and perseverance of all the staff. The manager on duty and staff always have time for family visitors and the overall atmosphere is welcoming and friendly."

A B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"After reading reviews, I decided to take my mother and have a look around Barchester. My mother suffers from advanced dementia, but I wasn't sure how she would react. Within an hour or so, you'd of thought she'd been a resident there for a while. She took to all the staff straight away, and was more than happy to stay that day. All the staff there are fantastic, nothing too much trouble. Ive now got piece of mind that my mother is very well looked after there. Thank you to all at Barchester."

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

"Overslade the family found a wonderful place for our father to be in. The food has improved but could they take red cabbage off the menu no one really likes it. Try green cabbage, perhapes the staff (kitchen) or the chef could get to speak to the families. Variy the meals a little. We would recommend Overslade House the staff are marvelous I miss them. We moved Dad to a home near where I live he will miss them too."

M E
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"My parents now live in Overslade House and have been here over a year now. as a fmaily we are very happy with the care they are given on Sunday 2nd March it was my dad's 84th Birthday, and Overslade went above and beyond to make sure my dad had a lovely birthday the coffee shop was decorated beautiful, and a big thanks to the chef for the wonderful food, the chef also came to see us to make sure we were happy with everything. Well done Overslade."

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

"We were very impressed by this care home. The cleanliness was excellent. The staff very friendly. The friend we came to visit was confined to bed and the care he received was excellent. Staff seemed to be well trained. The quality of the food seemed very good. We were also offered drinks, and when the staff heard we were travelling home (2hrs+_ on the second visit, we were given sandwiches etc."

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

"Overslade House Care Home provided outstanding care for our mother. The home treated us as a family and supported every need with sincerity. We were able to keep in contact through Covid and reassured at every stage of care. We will miss the support you gave us to enjoy Mum's time at the home."

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

"It’s difficult for me to find words to sum up the strength and courage of the staff in Overslade Lane Barchester Care Home during these really challenging times. They have cared for and nursed my mum through the Coronavirus, who has been so poorly on top of already being very unwell with complex underlying health issues and dementia. They have done it with grit and determination and smiled through the toughest of times. Our family are just so grateful for the contact they have maintained with us during these heartbreaking weeks. Saying thank you doesn’t seem to be enough. You’re all amazing."

Elizabeth K
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Overslade House Care Home sets a standard of excellent care, catering and administration. Love towards residents and families. This statement affiliates to the complete team that sets and deviates itself to introducing a standard that offers Barchester homes countrywide. I speak for the 9 years of love and care received by my dear wife and our family. Thank you."

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

"I am very happy with the excellent care and kindness shown to my son and myself. I am his mother. Many thanks to all the staff."

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

"My brother has been a resident at Overslade House Care Home for 3.5 years. From his arrival to his end-of-life care, he has been treated with kindness and respect. Managers, nurses, carers, housekeeping, cooks- all staff are warm, and helpful and make time to listen to relatives as well as residents. We have considerable experience in care and nursing homes, and this by far is one of the best we have found."

A P
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.00 out of 5

"I will be eternally grateful for the quality of care provided for my lovely wife at your Rugby facility. Standards of care, both nursing and personal, were excellent, as were the facilities. Provision of activities and regular events for patient involvement were very evident. I would not hesitate to recommend your services, thank you so much for the respect, kindness and mindfulness."

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

"My first impressions of Overslade House were very favourable, clean, homely, well laid out and decorated. Mom, since moving there, is very settled, and the staff operate in a personal, friendly and caring manner. They laugh and joke with both residents and visitors alike, creating a fun, pleasant environment. Personalising Mom's room was not a problem even with wall-mounted items. Food is cooked onsite. The gardens are well-kept. There's a lovely free cafe, and the manager is always happy to help personally."

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

"I needed 9 days of respite care while my wife was away. Everything about Overslade suited my requirements perfectly. My room was spacious and comfortable. The food was superb. The staff were all happy and eager to provide high-quality care and service. I was encouraged to socialise and was able to sit with some of the more lively residents at meal times. To sum up - I spent a most enjoyable 9 days of respite care, it far exceeded my expectations."

R G
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Pleasant, caring staff, who keep you well informed. Food good. Medical and nursing attention excellent. My mother has settled well into the caring environment."

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

"Visitors to Overslade only get a very brief snapshot of the tireless work undertaken by the staff. It is impossible to please all of the people all of the time. Nevertheless all the staff over Overslade undertake without complaint one of the most demanding jobs on the planet - that of looking after the welfare of others not so fortunate. I am extremely grateful for their tireless dedication."

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

"Professionalism and kindness second to none would recommend this home to anyone. Special mention to some staff members, but all the staff are amazing."

Gareth W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"Excellent experience. My only criticism would be the room furniture could do with updating."

R P
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"I find Overslade House perfect for my sister. The care she gets from the staff and nurses is excellent. Her accommodation is also very good, well kept and cleaned daily. Another important issue for me is health and safety in and around the building which also has a very high standard. Finally, the food which I consider important, this also comes with high standards."

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

"We alwats felt that Mum was as happy and content as she could have been, given the nature of her illness and disability, and that was a great comfort to us all. We never regretted our choice of Overslade House as the care home for Mum, and over the six or so years that Mum was a resident, the numerous staff who have helped look after her have been wonderful and very caring."

Jon B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"Mum moved into the home in January 2022 and stayed there until her recent death. I've been so impressed with the quality of the care received; although bedbound, she was always happy, contented and positive, and despite escalating health issues, never received anything but efficient and kind care. The management and admin team are great too; anything we asked of them, the answer was always 'yes'. Thank you to the whole team."

Karen O
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"Very accommodating for visiting, especially during the recent problems. Staff and management are always approachable. Lovely gardens and a coffee lounge to take a break in."

G T
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My father came to Overslade in Feb 2021 after being in the hospital for six weeks. He was so frail on his arrival; we believed he had not long to live. But the brilliant team at Overslade looked after him and built his strength up, and for a time, he became more like my dad used to be. They cared for and loved him, which gave us great comfort and supported us, the family, in his final few weeks. We thank everyone at Overslade House."

M H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"The house is well managed and always kept clean and tidy. Staff are helpful and supportive."

A K
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"I would definitely recommend this home for anyone considering a loved one to be in nursing care. The best care was given to my mum and the support given to ourselves while my mum is here on palliative care really is appreciated. The staff are amazing and the hospitality shown to us all by the staff and management was first class. The home is very beautiful and is very clean and tidy. You can personalise the rooms with bedding curtains, flowers cushions etc which made the transition from her home to hospital then to care a little less traumatic for everyone concerned as it was things from home for our loved one and as for the home manager nothing is a problem and as a relative, this management team were amazing in answering any concerns we had in relation to mums condition. Although we didn’t have much to do with other parts of the house I can honestly say Memory lane is beautifully fitted out with pictures and memorabilia and provides top-class care for a loved one."

Sarah B
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"The staff are always so polite, caring, friendly and helpful."

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

"Mum has been at Overslade for over a year. Although I couldn't see her until March 2021, I felt she was safe and well cared for. Mum's room is clean, comfortable and homely. She enjoys the food and eats well. This is the first place she's been, including 2 hospitals, where her weight and general wellbeing have improved rather than deteriorated. There are staff members who she's become very fond of and who are loving towards her. I'm grateful to Overslade for their care and commitment during the pandemic. It was our good fortune that Mum was transferred there from hospital."

D R
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"My 86 year old mother arrived at Barchester Overslade House last October. She was so fragile and frail, weighing only 6 stone, after spending 3 weeks in hospital, within days she started to pick up, joining other residents in the day room, she soon got her appetite back with such a great menu that is offered every day, there is always something she likes. My Mum needs 24-hour care, she has dementia and is totally incontinent, she is well looked after, the carers are lovely and genuinely care about the residents. She is happy and now weighs over 7 stone and joins in the activities that are planned daily."

A P
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"My mum recently took very ill, and we were allowed to see her. Along with the paramedics and nursing staff, we made the difficult decision for Mum to be end of life nursed at the home. I cannot thank the staff on duty that day enough - the kindness shown to the family, and most of all Mum, was incredible. The particular kindness from a member of staff as I left (due to C19 visiting quota), was incredible. She went above and beyond to comfort me and offer support, and I'll always be grateful. I left Mum in capable nursing hands, and went home to wait for the inevitable bad news. It didn't come - four weeks later Mum is still with us, and going from strength to strength. Turning her regularly through her deep unconsciousness, then gently encouraging her to drink, and then to eat, has allowed Mum to fight another day! Every effort is made for me to stay in touch with Mum - I speak to the home or the staff every day, and the updates are priceless. What a wonderful place, I am so grateful."

Joanne B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.17 out of 5

"My aunt was a resident at Overslade for 7 months from December 2019 to July 2020. When admitted she was made to feel very welcome and immediately felt at home in her lovely room within the quieter nursing unit. At all times during her stay, she was treated with great care and kindness whilst allowing her to remain as independent as possible whilst her health (both physical and dementia) deteriorated. During this difficult time of the COVID-19 pandemic the staff and management continued to uphold the values and high standards of care. Many thanks to the nursing and care staff who provided loving, caring and professional end of life care."

Elizabeth F
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5

"I have been in this home just over 2 years and I am extremely happy here. I find the staff very caring and good to all the residents. I am particularly impressed with their handling of the Covid crisis, as they have had built pods to enable us to receive our visits. This is a very well run home the management, in particular, are on the ball."

A F
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.50 out of 5

"I enjoy it in this home. Everybody is very nice."

Betty T
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Overslade House is the third nursing care home my mother has been in over the last 6 years, so I have experience of nursing home care and I can honestly tell you that the past three years since my Mum has been in Overslade House have been the best and she has been far happier and well cared for. My mother suffers from Lewy body dementia and many other medical issues and the care provided has really been excellent. They have nursed her through pneumonia and many other ailments with tender care and attention. I would certainly recommend Overslade House care home to others. Although, since COVID I have only been able to visit my mother in the 'Pod' they have made it possible. Prior to that when we were allowed to visit they always made me feel welcome and involved me in her care, keeping me updated at all times. The manager is really exceptional and is always available to talk when you need to discuss any issue. The staff are also incredible and they are always happy to support."

Wendy O
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"We cannot fault the respect, care and consideration shown to my aunt at Overslade House. The family also were always made to feel welcome and supported. Nothing was ever too much trouble. I would highly recommend this home."

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

"I came here for respite after a fall at home. The care I have received has been excellent. The staff could not do enough for you; the food was very good. I would recommend the home to anybody. The long term residents are friendly and all seem happy."

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

"I am always thrilled to see my Uncle and od the dignity, kindness, and affection shown to him by all of the staff at Overslade House. It really is the most wonderful and happy place, and there is nowhere else I would wish to see my Uncle spend his later years!. Thank you everyone as always."

Sara B
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My mother was a patient in Overslade House Care Home for two and a half weeks in July. She was admitted from the hospice for end-of-life care. She was treated with such care, consideration and kindness by all the staff."

G P
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.44 out of 5

"It is only now that I put pen to paper, following the death of our beloved mum in October 2021. After looking after mum in her bungalow for several weeks she deteriorated and was admitted to the nursing home. There was no double that mum was loved and cared for by all the staff. Standards of care were second to none! The staff were very friendly, professional and listened to mum and family. Management Fantastic!"

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

"Mum had 3 separate stays with Overslade. She was always happy to be with you she had such exemplary care and you showed such genuine love and support to mum and her family. She wanted to die at home or Overslade but not in hospital and she died with you surrounded by her family. We miss her dearly but thank you for all her care and compassion especially at end of life."

K H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5

"Excellent stay for a very dear friend of mine after a 4 week stay in hospital. We visited the home first and were very impressed with the friendliness and cleanliness of the home. The manager and all her staff were amazing and couldn't do enough to make my friends stay enjoyable. I would recommend Overslade House to anyone."

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

"Compassionate, dignified care of my father from hospital discharge until his death. Compassionate, professional care of my mother to date. She is looked after in a dignified and compassionate way. Very well trained and motivated staff. Just wish there were more of them!"

E H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5

"I visited Overslade on Sunday for the event with the Bikers and local singer (proud grandad!). It was a really hot day but had such a friendly atmosphere. The quality of the outside of the home was really well kept and beautiful plants making the whole area look well cared for. I spoke with a lady whose husband is a resident and she hadn't wanted to come that day, but as always when she made the effort she felt so boosted and the music bought back some very fond memories, that she shared with me. I didn't know that there were events there and could really see how much of a difference it made to both the residents but also their relatives. It was nice to see the staff so genuinely engaged and had a really inclusive feel - I've never been anywhere like residential care before but it was actually a really positive experience and I'll be recommending it to my friends. Please let me know if you do any more events as I'd like to bring my wife."

Peter C
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.42 out of 5

"My wife and I moved to Overslade House on the 9th of May 2021. Unfortunately, my dear wife died three days later and I am now a resident of the home for the foreseeable future and I am very happy here."

R B
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.75 out of 5