Reviews for Woodland View Care Home

"Since my arrival at Barchester Care Home, I have felt quite at home. The atmosphere is happy and I already feel quite at home. All the staff are helpful and friendly. Everywhere is clean and cared for like my own home was before coming here. All being well I hope I shall be here until (an expression I use) pop my clogs. Many thanks for everything."

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

"Mum is thriving at Barchester Woodland View Care Home. The home matches her needs so well. I have been so impressed by the activities programme which has provided such a lovely range of activities, both inside and outside the home. It's years since Mum has participated in so many social activities at Christmas! The staff do everything they can to make family and friends welcome when they come to visit Mum. We are so pleased for Mum."

Amanda O
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"The care my mother receives at Barchester Woodland View Care Home is considerate and caring always. Ensuring she keeps her dignity, all of the staff show my mom the utmost respect. Suggestions are always taken on board and sometimes executed depending on the circumstances of staff available and finances. Overall I could not have chosen a better home for my mum thank you all."

M L
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.42 out of 5

"Dad's welcome to the home has been lovely. The staff have been helpful, and his room and facilities are great. I am sure that he will settle and be well looked after."

S T
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.30 out of 5

"Very caring staff who were kind and understanding. Excellent facilities and food. Good variety of activities and entertainment. Very efficient management. Thoroughly enjoyable stay."

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

"My mother has Alzheimer's and is currently trialling a week or two of respite. I have visited most days and found her happy, extremely well fed and thoroughly enjoying the beautiful, comfortable social environment. She thinks she is in a 5-star hotel. All the staff are wonderful, incredibly kind and caring to Mum and always informative and supportive. They do an outstanding job. Mealtimes are a high light and the food is truly fabulous. I have really appreciated being able to visit her at any time and always made to feel welcome. I thoroughly recommend this wonderful care home with great management and staff."

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

"My husband knows this is his home, in his own brain-damaged way. He loves and knows the carers and they love him. As his family, we take great comfort from this and appreciate it greatly. Also as a family, we enjoy the relationships we have with the care staff, support staff, reception and management."

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

"We needed a two-week respite stay for my mother with Alzheimer's which would also act as a 'test run' to see how she felt about leaving her own flat at some stage. She was very quickly content and relaxed and only needed a week to come to the conclusion she would rather not return to her flat but stay on permanently. She is less isolated now and the three trips to the dining room each day are a very welcome new rhythm to her life."

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

"Good caring home, with friendly staff and great food and activities. Clean and safe environment for my mother to enjoy her 2-week respite stay. Will be back again for respite when needed by us."

Tonja H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.25 out of 5

"Woodland View Care Home is giving exceptional care to my mother who has dementia. The care home is well led with a strong, effective but very caring senior management team at the home. The strong team leadership team delivers a first-class care environment. Care, hygiene, housekeeping, activities and food and nutrition are all to the highest standard. The chef in particular is innovative, committed and a great asset."

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

"Our Woodland view care home, experience has been very positive, the home is very bright and airy. The manager is always ready to help and advise as are the staff, The entertainment that is put on for the residents, is 1st class, we can visit at any time, and we feel confident that she is in safe hands with this team, thanks to everyone there."

Steven M
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5

"My brother has been in Woodland View since the middle of July 2022, sadly having received a terminal cancer diagnosis. From the first day I contacted the home, the care he has received has been fantastic. The care home manager visited my brother in hospital in Romford the same day I made contact and within a couple of days he had been transferred to the home. The staff are extraordinary. The patience and compassion they show is amazing. My brother is not the easiest person to deal with but the experienced staff always remain cheerful and attentive. The food is also really good, especially the breakfast, which my brother really enjoys and the chef is always happy to accommodate any special requests. All in all, I can't praise the manager and his staff more highly as they are making what is a very emotional time for the family a little more bearable as we are safe in the knowledge that my brother is being well cared for."

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

"My Mother has been in Woodland View since 2019 we moved Mum because the care from the previous home was woefully short. At Woodland View staff are excellent, everyone I've met is courteous, friendly but most of all treat my mum with dignity and kindness. Mums always clean and tidy. Food is excellently prepared to good restaurant standards even if it has been adjusted so Mum can eat easily. We have no worries about Woodland View on safety or security (Mum has dementia). I have recommended Woodland View to a friend whose mother is now a resident. As for value yes it is a lot of money but if I end up in a home Woodland View would be the one for me."

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

"My mother has been a resident at Woodland Vies since October 2021. She is well-cared for and happy, the staff are friendly and caring, the manager is readily available and supportive, the food is good, the entertainment is varied, and the building is well maintained and spotless. I would highly recommend."

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

"My husband has been in Barchester Woodland View Care Home for the past four years. The overall atmosphere from when you enter is a lovely calm feeling. I would like to congratulate them on the wonderful care they have shown him. The Staff are outstanding and nothing is too much trouble. The meals are brilliant and my husband seems to enjoy everything that he is served. Thank you all so much for making a difficult situation so much easier."

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

"Mum stayed at Barchester Woodland View Care Home for 6 weeks respite. She had been struggling to cope following Dad's death and unfortunately had been admitted to a mental health unit twice. Her mental state is not good and she unfortunately may never be the same. My sister and I decided that a respite stay might do her some good as Woodland View Care Home arrange lots of activities to keep the brain and body stimulated and active. We hoped that it would help Mum get back into the real world and learn to mix and socialise too. Unfortunately, that did not happen but Woodland View could not have done more to encourage her. Woodland View arranged for Mum's meds to be dispensed from a local chemist, arranged for a nurse practitioner to visit when Mum was unwell, bought a fan for Mum during the recent hot weather and also bought a reusable dossett box to contain mum's drugs when she left. They also made sure that Mum had an extra week's supply before she left too. Every member of staff that I met was helpful and kind. All due to excellent leadership."

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

"I would suggest anyone looking for a safe place for a loved one who is vulnerable and in need of care to visit Barchester Woodland View Care Home. The nurses and carers are so lovely with smiles, nothing is too much trouble, and they are prepared to adapt their duties around the most difficult resident. My husband was unhappy with the room, but within 30 minutes of the manager being made aware of this, my husband was moved to a different room and much more settled. The rooms are clean, fresh and modern and very pretty, there is a lovely dining room, sitting room and other facilities not to mention a beautiful garden, there are planned activities every day. There is a different menu of choice for each meal, but again, if this is not what is wanted, other choices are available. Staff treat family and friends as important. If someone visiting is spotted in distress, they will stop what they are doing to offer words of comfort and a cup of tea. Visiting is 24 hours - come and go as you please."

Teresa B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.00 out of 5

"My parents stayed in Woodland View for three weeks respite while I was on holiday. I would thoroughly recommend this home to anyone looking for good care and very comfortable surroundings. The staff were very attentive and helpful. Activities were on most days, which my mum thoroughly enjoyed. I would not hesitate to send my parents there again, in fact, my mum was sad to leave."

Theresa W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5

"My husband recently passed away on 20th May. It was my wish that he would spend end-of-life care at Woodland View, Kingswood Dementia ward where he had been a resident since December 2020, and not be admitted to the hospital. The reason being that the care, love and respect he was shown by the wonderful team of nurses and carers could not have been better. He had been in alternative care homes since 2018, and for the first time in four and a half years, myself and family had peace of mind knowing that he was safe and so well looked after. Even though he had the last stages of dementia, we knew that he was happy. A new manager took over earlier this year, and what an asset to Barchester. He was always ready to chat, and all the staff really liked him (extremely approachable and genuinely understanding). I spent three nights sleeping by my husband's bedside before he died, and I was so well looked after with food, drinks and words of comfort from everyone who was on duty. I will be forever grateful. Thank you."

Janette E
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.17 out of 5

"My sister has a learning disability and complex medical needs and has been a resident at Woodland View Care Home since January of this year. She had a terrible time prior to going to Woodland View in another care home where she was not looked after properly. This was very distressing for her and for us as a family. Subsequently, she arrived at Woodland View very unwell, and with none of her normal sparkle and enthusiasm for life. I do not exaggerate when I say the wonderful staff here have brought her back to life with their exemplary care delivered with kindness and compassion. My sister is now well on the road to recovery and has the sparkle back which we sadly hadn’t seen for many months prior to her going to Woodland View. She is now enjoying life again in a place that is full of life and laughter. As a family we couldn’t be happier with the care she is receiving, and we are so grateful to all the staff for everything they have done and continue to do. Thank you so much."

Erica C
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Father began as respite before permanently joining the Memory Lane Community at Woodland view. We are impressed by the standard of care and attention given to him by the dedicated team of professional staff. Communication is excellent and we are kept updated, especially as father's behavior can at times prove challenging."

Tina C
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"Very pleasantly surprised at the quality and cleanliness of the home and the professional yet caring staff. The quality and variety of meals on offer are first class, and the chef is very enthusiastic, accommodating and friendly. The general manager has been extremely helpful and caring to the resident and the family."

G N
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5

"Our mother was a resident at Woodland View for two years. She had always been very independent and had lived on her own for many years. The decision to move out of her own home into a care home was not an easy one. As a family, we did a lot of research before choosing Woodland View. It was the right decision! Our mother was very well looked after. The staff were caring and considerate. They got to know her and made a real effort to help her to settle in. Other residents were also friendly and we got to know them too. Our mother was a resident there during the height of the pandemic when the country was in full lockdown. Although an extremely difficult and worrying time, it was reassuring to know that she was safe and well cared for. The staff - at all levels - were amazing. We are so grateful to them."

C J
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"My mother-in-law was extremely well looked after at Barchester Woodland View Care Home. I visited Barchester Woodland View Care Home and it felt like I was in a five-star hotel, not a care home. The management team were outstanding, very professional and catered for all of our needs. The staff were extremely professional kind and very considerate. The facilities are outstanding with a 5-star feel. The care home offers marvellous considerate care at great value for money."

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

"I stayed at Woodland View Care Home for two weeks after a major foot operation. As per the consultant's advice, I had to keep my foot raised most of the time for the 2 weeks of recovery. I took along my own leg support which was specifically designed for this recovery. The staff all seemed very happy, were supportive and all my care needs were catered for. I would thoroughly recommend after my 2 weeks respite here."

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

"My Grandmother was dearly looked after at Barchester Woodland View Care Home. I visited Barchester Woodland View Care Home and it felt like I was in a five star hotel not a care home. The management team were very professional and welcoming as were all of the staff. Exquisite facilities and a palatial decor and feel about it. Great value, particularly if you take up the current offer till May 2021."

Kai J
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"I visited mom after many months today after lockdown. She is happy and very well looked after all through the months of the pandemic. It's a beautiful home with a very caring staff. I am very happy that I chose this fantastic care home."

Jain T
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"I have been very well looked after by caring and kind staff."

P J
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"I came to this beautiful home in December. I came in feeling that I have no life left. But the staff here are amazing and they did everything that they can to make me feel positive and full of life and laughter. I couldn't have asked for more after a long, horrible hospital stay. It's a beautiful home - I mean 'home' and lovely gardens."

Patrick C
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Wonderful care. Although Mum was not at Woodland View long, she was treated with dignity alongside outstanding and friendly care. The support we received as a family, from all staff, was the best. We are very grateful, even with the difficulties of lockdown, that Mum's last weeks and palliative care were in such a caring, homely environment."

D B
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"My wife was looked after in this beautiful place for 3 years. Friendly staff and a nice clean environment. I can never thank the caregiver enough for her care on her last few days. Beautiful location, right next to the country park."

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

"Amazing care. I am overwhelmed by the care and support received for my Nan. We moved her from another home but I am so glad that we made that decision. Nan received the best care. Very supportive staff and management. They kept us informed and involved even during the lockdown and crisis."

Tancy A
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Being very well looked after. All staff have been very good. I am very happy and satisfied for choosing the right care home. I am here for a short stay and like it very much especially the garden. Very good."

Phillip A
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"I can't comment on rooms, facilities or activities as I didn't go in but my husband is very happy."

S R
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Very good home and fantastic staff. Thank you, team Woodland for making sure that you look after my mom so well. Especially when I am so far away, its a relief to know that my mom is well looked after."

Sandra R
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"I can't thank you enough for your care and support given to my mother. All the special efforts taken by the staff to make regular videos calls. It's a relief to hear from mom, she says she is well looked after."

Debbie S
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"My mom was at the home for two years. It’s an excellent place. Staff are very lovely and caring. My mom had a beautiful life; among the caring people."

Shirley J
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Very good. Did mother so well - she will be back."

Alan F
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"My brother chose Woodland View Care home at the time of its completion and described it as the Rolls Royce of care homes and he never changed his view. He would enjoy group outings in the home's transport. He enjoyed the singalongs and the film shows within the home. He enjoyed the food and chats with other residents and staff. When his memory reduced he was helped to keep safe within the home. Recently for 5 months his physical condition"

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

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"I like it very much and feels like holiday."

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

"It's very clean and the care is good. I am staying here for 20 months. I enjoy my stay."

Valerie T
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.82 out of 5

"Very friendly staff. This home is clean and bright. My mom is very happy and said the staff are very kind. Lots of activities too."

Sally F
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Beautiful home - so comfy and welcoming. The staff are all very caring and attentive. My mum had been living at the home for nearly three years and was very happy. She sadly passed away last month. At this difficult time, the staff on Queen Boadicea corridor were amazing - I could not have asked for more from them. Thank you all!"

N W
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.92 out of 5

"Such an amazing team of staff. Very friendly. It's a beautiful home and my dad enjoyed his stay here. I can't praise the team enough for the love and care given to my dad during the last few days of his life. He couldn't have been in a better place. Thank you."

A T
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"A very good experience and am very happy with the home. Mother-in-law is happy."

D W
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"I would like to express my gratitude to all the staff at Woodland View. They look after my father exceptionally well! The new management changes have made a huge difference for the better. The operations manager is very approachable and is responsive to our comments as a family. Well done everyone!"

D A
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"In all honesty, I cannot fault this care home. The staff are so kind and friendly. The facilities are superb and most importantly cleanliness is top notch. When visiting I am treated like a friend. The care home is just amazing."

Michael J
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"This is an excellent care home and my mother is very happy here. It is a pleasure to visit her and the staff are so lovely and caring. Everyone seems to be settled and Mum is making friends which pleases my family."

S W
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"My husband came to the home after a second stroke. We have been very pleased with the approach of all the staff. He is well cared for and appears to be very happy."

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

"I am most impressed with the home. The staff are excellent, very friendly and helpful. The meals are also excellent with a wide choice at each meal ie, three courses, three times a day. I particularly like being able to work out in the garden beds outside my room."

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

"I visited the home of our dear friend. A warm welcome was given to us asking if we wished for a drink. The home has a coffee area where you can sit with your friends. Love the fact that staff interact with residents. One carer stands out from our visit, singing, dancing and generally you can see that she loves her job. Nice to see management is not afraid to help as management was pushing a resident's wheelchair. We visited on Burns night, it was a whole team approach - chef, management, activities, carers, nurses."

Michelle M
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.08 out of 5

"My father has returned to Woodland View for a further period of respite, his last was three months ago. The team were very welcoming, personal and clearly recognised my father from his previous time in their care. I hadn’t visited Woodland View before, as I live in Scotland, but was impressed with the professionalism and warmth of our reception."

Sarah B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4 out of 5

"I have been a resident here since December 2015 - virtually the whole time it has been open. There seems to be much better management of the home now and they are in regularly. The home is improving and it is a nice place. Gardener could do some more."

N W
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.92 out of 5

"Things have improved at Woodland View, I find the management very approachable. I feel that I can talk to people and they are listening to what I am saying and it makes a difference. The carers are all good, they have been there for a long time which is nice and I feel that I can talk to them."

Diane F
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.5 out of 5

"I have visited several times and love the atmosphere at Woodland, the activities organiser is fantastic, dancing and singing with the residents. Able to sit in the coffee lounge and have a drink with the person you are visiting. Nice to see staff smiling and appear happy. From the reception to the nurses to the management."

Ian M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"I have visited several times and am really pleased to see for example management in at weekends. The care staff are lovely and always welcoming. Nothing is to much trouble. Would highly recommend"

Philip H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.25 out of 5

"You will never find better care anywhere. The staff are all absolutely wonderful. So caring and helpful. My husband was well looked after."

Joan W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"I was brought to Woodland View Care Home by my family who thought I was getting low, living in my home, with getting off the bus route as I stopped driving aged 81. The care and kindness here have been very therapeutic. The food, quiet pleasant room and the caring staff have all helped my recovery."

Margaret H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4 out of 5

"The care and attention to detail provided can be challenging and demanding but the staff have a lovely cheerful disposition and there is a warmth which shows through to both the residents and their families. There is a supportive environment and always someone who will listen to your concerns or worries. I felt a sense of care and genuine understanding if you had a worry or something to discuss. The management over the past two years I cannot fault in any way - very hard-working, showing good leadership and pulling the team together. Need to keep up the good standards of the variety of food presented and make sure this always as good as your Mum's home cooking. Good quality ingredients used to produce healthy and appetising meals, an important part of anyone's day. Other than the friendliness and professionalism, it has a very homely atmosphere and always fresh smelling."

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

"We have visited now on 5 or 6 occasions and each time have been very impressed by surroundings and staff. This time a member of staff broke off what she was doing to offer tea/coffee and brought it to us. Whilst sitting in the corridor, I was very moved indeed to see the friendliness, gentle kindness and great patience shown by all the staff to residents."

J L
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"I moved my dad into Woodland View in December 2015 from another home. From the moment he arrived, he received the most wonderful care. It was all the little extra touches which made it such a special time when we know we could have found it difficult. As Dad's health deteriorated, it was a comfort to me to know that he was always shown kindness and respect. He would have been especially pleased that he was always helped to look clean and smart until the end. Thank you."

Michelle R
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"I have been visiting this care home for just under 2 years. My close friend is currently a resident. I have, on every visit, always been greeted with a welcome, kindness and helpfulness. All the staff are ready to speak to us and they are certainly kind, caring and patient with my friend. I am unable to comment on some of the questions below."

Laura L
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.4 out of 5

"Our nurses are very dedicated. They say they will do something and it is always finished before they go home after many emails, faxes etc. We have one who shines above all others and deserves an award."

Y H
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.17 out of 5

"Although Carers were very caring, not enough for the number of residents. Late medication admin. Late return and loss of clothing. Continuously had to chase the invoice for monies paid, all within 4 weeks Mum spent at Woodland View for respite following a broken right hip. Late medication was highlighted to Care Home Manager. Mum has Parkinsons' so important she receives her Meds on time. Despite this, the times were not adhered to and many days the medication was dispensed late. On a number of occasions, Mum had to wait more than 15 minutes to be assisted, with it being longer during the night. Upon leaving the home to go to another on the 18th January, not all her medication were sent, medication list and times not sent and hospital discharge letter was not sent. Overall, it may look grand upon entering but would suggest looking beyond the entrance, as I did when I was present, day in and day out, during the 4 weeks my Mother was there for respite."

A M T
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.25 out of 5

"We would like to say how wonderful the manager and all staff have been. The care, professionalism and compassion they have shown have made a huge difference to us as a family. Everyone is so welcoming and always has time no matter how busy to say hello, answer queries or explain things better. We couldn't have found anywhere better for our Dad, Father in Law and Grandad to spend his final days and to know how well cared for he is."

Karen W
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"My sister, who has Alzheimer's and increasing memory and daily function loss, was agitated and often angry or unhappy when she first came to Woodland View, but she is calmer and happier, more settled now. This is in great part due to the excellent care she is receiving and because she is physically active, the varied programme of activities provided. The atmosphere is warm, friendly and caring with a great sense of happy relationships and awareness of the need for companionships. I and my family are extremely pleased with the caring staff and excellent provisions to meet all my sister's increasing needs."

Doris S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"Choosing a care home for a loved one is likely to be one of the biggest and most difficult decisions you are likely to make. What I particularly appreciated about Woodland View was the honesty and integrity of its management team and the caring and compassion of its nurses, carers and support staff; Who recognise that whilst they may not always get it right first time, they are very happy to work in partnership with residents and their family to do the best they can. Woodland View offers a beautiful setting; welcoming and extremely clean. Sadly my father passed away before he was truly able to benefit from the facilities Woodland View has on offer, however, due to the effort of all of the team, his last days were, without doubt, made more peaceful and comfortable than we could have ever imagined. There are no words to say how grateful my family and I are for the love and kindness shown to dad and our family, my only regret is that dad never came to you sooner. Thank you and keep up the good work!"

Donna J
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"On the whole, care is very good. At times, when staff holidays etc, things get a bit less, but management try to help out and roll up their sleeves. They all try very hard."

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

"I am generally very happy in the residence. The rooms and common areas are 4* standard. The nursing is excellent. Occasionally some carers do not fully understand my vision is poor and hearing is also poor, but in general, people are very kind."

Jean P
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5

"I find the staff supportive, caring and helpful but I do think that there is a shortage of staff at times which impacts on the good service we receive normally. All the staff work extremely hard and I feel if they were paid more and recognised more for their valuable contribution they make, then there would not be such a high turnover of staff."

Y A H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4 out of 5

"Very friendly and kind always."

W F
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"My family, friends and visitors have also been shown kindness and care. Much appreciated."

Barbara R
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"I first came to Woodland View for a short break, which I enjoyed very much. Later, after my husband died, my family thought it a good idea for me to return to Woodland View where I felt at home immediately and arranged to take up residence, staying in the same room as before. I have enjoyed all the activities provided and congratulate the managers and wonderful staff for all the care and support provided."

Mary H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.5 out of 5

"Very good care home. Well looked after. No complaints."

Phyllis P
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.45 out of 5

"I have been a temporary resident at this care home to help my husband (a full-time resident) to settle in happily. I have found care from the staff, both day and evening, to be both friendly and helpful and always on hand when needed. My husband always welcomed any musical events arranged and found trips out to the farm particularly enjoyable. I found the cups of tea in my room or afternoon and evenings a special treat. I am convinced that, when I leave, my husband will continue to be comfortable and happy here, with regular visits from family, friends and myself."

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

"My first impression of Woodland View was one of warmth and friendliness throughout the care home. This continued to be so during the four weeks my mother stayed for respite care and I have nothing but praise for the way she was looked after by an extremely professional, dedicate and approachable team in all areas. The staff could not have been more helpful, therefore making my mother's stay in this elegant, light and spacious home an enjoyable experience. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend Woodland view to friends and family."

Shirley P
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Woodland View is an amazing place! My mum has been a resident since February 2017 and all the staff have made her feel so welcome. She has settled in so well and loves all the activities and she has made some lovely friends. The staff are caring and ensure that all aspects of her care are carried out to a very high standard. The activity manager is always looking for new ways to entertain the residents and uses their own personal experiences and memories to assist with this. With a lot of the residents suffering from dementia, this is of great benefit to them. The food is a very high standard and each wing/community of the home eats together. The rooms are a good size - a lot larger than other homes we visited. I would thoroughly recommend Woodland View to anyone looking for a care home in the Colchester area."

Pam B
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"The care that we have received from staff and management alike has been very good indeed and my husband has very much enjoyed the trips out with members of staff that he has had. He has also become friendly with several of the other residents, which helps him to settle here happily."

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

"Efficient, caring service. Superb surroundings and attention. Wish I could afford it when my time comes!"

K G
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"My friend's mother passed away in February 2017 and she has been living at Woodland View residential for the past year. The wake was held at Woodland View and the food was fantastic. The staff were lovely and the residential home was beautifully presented."

Rachel P
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Perfect for respite care. Lots of activities available but you are left to yourself, should you choose. I am confident I shall leave here in better shape than when I came in. To be recommended."

Ross W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"My father has been a resident at Woodland View Care Home for 10 months. He has dementia & Alzheimer's disease which is progressing and he needs support with some aspects of daily life. He was, at first, reticent to move into Woodland View, but now regards it as his home. He’s always happy to return after an outing with his family and is warmly greeted by all the staff, which is reciprocated. The home have been excellent with his care, and included him were possible in the general activities, ie playing UNO, St Patrick's Day celebration in the "bar", day trips out, etc. They have a dedicated staff member responsible for organising the entertainment, who does a fantastic job. They recently enabled him to attend his grand daughter's wedding, by providing a carer and driver for the day which was a Sunday. This was very much appreciated by all the family. As his health deteriorates, the family are safe in the knowledge that he’s being well cared for and is happy."

Martin B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"I was reluctant to place my mother in a care setting after a previous bad experience. After caring for her myself full-time, circumstances dictated that she go into full-time care. From the moment we approached Woodland View, we were treated in an extremely professional manner. My worries concerning finance were answered in an honest way, all staff are friendly and welcoming and have a high standard of practice. The deputy manager has been extremely supportive. The home has lovely surrounding, facilities and food. I am confident my mother is in a safe, caring environment at all times."

Anna AR
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"I had recently joined the care home and 4 days later, I had an accident when dressing. I used the emergency call system to call assistance. Two care wardens raced down the corridor and then called medical help and arranged for an ambulance to take me to A & E as I dislocated my hip. They also met my two visitors who were on their way to see me later in the day. Boxing Day food was good. Activities are well organised. Medical matters are appropriately dealt with. Highly recommended."

Chris H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4 out of 5

"Excellent facilities, good food with choice of main meal at either lunch time or evening. Inadequate staff levels of carers and/or poor quality of staff lets the facility down. This may be due to facility only being open a few months and current low occupancy but staffing needs to be improved/increased. Outbreak of stomach bug in last few days of stay did not help staffing levels."

Ian R
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.7 out of 5

"This review is based on a period of four months in this my first care home. I was looking for the following aspects of care. Regular dispensing of my medications - very satisfactory Three meals a day, Food quantity and quality - Food served is good quality, properly prepared and nutritional and correct quality. Laundry - The service is good and items have not been lost etc. Staff - Staff are being recruited as the number of residents increases up to the target numbers. Staff are receiving the appropriate training and are well trained. As new staff in a new home they are all enthusiastic. My low mark for activities is due to the co-ordinator not having the necessary number of residents to organise a variety of games, quizzes etc at this time. A ten seater minibus has already been purchased and is now in regular use."

Arthur H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.42 out of 5

"Very pleased to have chosen Woodland View Care Home. Only one criticism. Maybe cutlery and napkins could be looked at."

Brian P
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.83 out of 5

"What a wonderful place! Fantastic building decor finish and most of all care! Such a warm homely feel as soon as you walk through the front entrance. Can not fault the staff from top to bottom. They all put the individual needs of the resident at their highest priority. Staff very caring and gentle but fun with it. Food excellent! my mum is so in the right place. Thank you, Woodland View Care Home."

Nicola W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5

"My 97-year-old mother received excellent care and medical attention during her respite stay which followed after a 3-week stay in hospital. A fall in October caused a double fracture of her pelvic girdle and together with the worsening condition of a narrow aortic heart valve, she required considerable attention/assistance plus continuous supplementary oxygen. all this was provided by the caring, professional and cheerful staff. The potential for a shortfall in my mother's finances obliged us to seek an alternative and equally regarded home which would be less expensive. Fortunately, we have done so."

Merfyn J
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"My brother entered Woodland View in December 2015. He was mentally and physically very poorly having tried to look after himself after the death of his wife 2 years earlier. He was suffering from the onset of dementia complicated by incontinence, poor diet, poor medication and a replacement hip which had dislocated twice. The loving care that Woodland View provided was outstanding at the physical, medical and mental level. He is now continent, able to walk unaided and his dementia is much less advanced. His emotional condition has improved dramatically and his quality of life is now enviable for a 79 year old widower. I, and other members of my family attribute this wonderful change to the skills and commitment of the team at Woodland View."

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

"This is a newly opened care home, I can say everything about the home and staff is absolutely outstanding. My mum is treated with respect and cared for in such an amazing way, she is so happy as am I. I didn't think care homes like this existed! amazing!"

Jane R
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Two weeks respite care, all the staff are very helpful. The home and all about it is excellent."

Herbert H
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"My husband arrived here last Friday following a spinal stroke, an aortic dissection and a prolonged hospital stay. He had an unfortunate placement in a care home with several episodes of bad care. I chose woodland View after extensive searching. We are delighted with the quality of care and attention to my husband's complex needs. The food is five star and I get lunch too! The room is comfortable and the equipment used is of top quality. He feels secure."

D W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5

"I can only confirm my view that everything is excellent."

H W
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Nice place, resident happy much better than her previous place. Relative much more engaged here and staff currently able to spend a lot of time with her."

Rajamani S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4 out of 5

"I found the week I stayed at Woodland View just what I needed, specifically a very restful clam experience. The staff were kind and considerate, the accommodation in spacious room, well equipped with electronic bed, lovely bathroom with plenty of hot water. The food was exceptionally nice with good service. Altogether I had no queries or grumbles it was a lovely stay. I would not hesitate to stay again."

D W
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Just fantastic!"

Norman
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"From the time I came to the home it has been a positive experience. The staff have been very kind to me and are always available if I needed help. The food is excellent with a wide choice of menu. The home is in a lovely setting with trees and wildlife visible from my room."

Barbara R
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"This is more like a "hotel" with nursing care. Everyone is well trained, friendly and kind. From the minute you enter the reception you know you are somewhere special. A shining example of how a care home should be ran."

Linda P
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"On our visits to Woodland View, we always find the staff polite, cheerful and helpful. The facilities for residents and visitors are excellent."

Ronald C
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"My husband and I were staying for respite as I had broken my ankle. My husband slight dementia. My husband died during our stay and the care and compassion shown to my daughter and myself was second to none. My daughter had to travel up from Devon and was offered a bed, meals and privacy for solicitors and funeral director arrangements. Nothing was too much trouble and I didn't know what we would have done without the very caring and supportive management and staff."

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

"Very good place all round."

Shirley M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Caring, friendly and excellent in all respects."

David M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"Very nice and welcoming home, my friend loves it, that is what counts."

Marilyn W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.25 out of 5

"Words alone cannot express the gratitude I feel for the kind, supportive and loving care you have provided my Mum. You are very special people providing a very special place for people to live. As I live in Devon, just knowing my Mum is being cared for and supported by you was a weight off my mind. You not only enabled her to manage the sad loss of my Dad by taking care of her the way you have, you helped me manage this difficult time as well. Thank you all. You provide care good enough for your own family and this has proven especially true for mine."

AS
carehome.co.uk rating: 5 out of 5

"A beautiful home with friendly staff. Couldn't have made us more welcome. My mum has dementia and was very frightened and not sure but I need not of worried. She was well looked after and enjoyed her stay. The staff are caring, lovely to see a home that treats the residents with respect, care and love and lets them do whatever they feel they want to do. Can't rate this care home enough."

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

"I came at a time of great sadness and upset in my life. My husband died in March 2016 I was to have surgery on my hand while here. I am on morphine for my arthritis which made extra work for the nurses. At all times I have had help. support and care of the highest level. extra care and concern to help me over the operation. Everyone gives me 100% of their time and attention. Food is fantastic, such choices! I have not been as happy as this for two years."

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