Church Farm Care Home

Church Farm Lane, East Wittering, Chichester PO20 8PT
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9.7 96 Reviews
  • Church Farm Care Home, Chichester
Church Farm Care Home offers a range of personalised residential care plans, including early-stage dementia, respite, convalescence and day care. The former farmhouse has been converted to provide every modern convenience while retaining features like oak beams and fireplaces.

Church Farm has a very homely feel. There are lots of places to relax at the home. Residents can get hair and nails done, settle into an armchair with a good book or catch up with loved ones in one of the lounges.

Church Farm have absolutely wonderful gardens. There are plenty of outdoor spaces to sit and take in the fresh air and sunshine, including the large patio area and a wooden gazebo. The home has a hairdresser on site and is pet-friendly too.

The chef prepares delicious meals and snacks for residents to enjoy in the social dining area or in the comfort of their own room. Food menus are regularly assessed to suit preference and diet, prepared using fresh local produce, and even mark special occasions like birthdays. Fish and chip Fridays are a strong favourite! The home provides regular themed meals that align with the seasons, or to encourage a variety of cuisines.

The superb location offers tranquillity in the midst of plenty to do in the local area. Family and friends are always welcome, whether for a coffee, a meal or joining in with what’s going on. Church Farm hold regular parties and events for residents, and love the community to join in the fun, too.

Church Farm Care Home has a team of activity coordinators who plan enjoyable things to do including arts and crafts, games, visits, parties and much more. Church Farm residents love their weekly 'Boogie Chair-a-size', which encourages the residents to dance and sing along, it keeps everyone active and entertained.

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Care Provided by Church Farm Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 53 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Karen Rothwell (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (49)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No
    • Last Refurbishment: 2007

Funding & Fees Guide for Church Farm Care Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £995
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,095

  • Pricing is subject to an assessment of care needs and the room chosen. There’s no need for your loved one to have Bupa health insurance, our Care Home is open to everyone. Please contact for more information.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Church Farm Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Visiting

  • The home is in a lovely tranquil area a few miles south-west of Chichester.


    Just five minutes from unspoilt sandy beaches and prettily painted beach huts, and the local village of East Wittering has a real seaside feel.


    Within easy reach are a bowls club and Chichester Harbour AONB.


  • Parking

  • Church Farm Care Home have plenty of on-site parking.


Church Farm Care Home Reviews (96)

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Church Farm Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.711) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Church Farm Care Home has 96 reviews.

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Review from Karen D (Niece of Resident) published on 13 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very clean.
Very friendly staff.
My uncle is very happy and joins in with the activities.
Food is also very good.
All of this gives the family peace of mind that my uncle is being well looked after.

Reply from Alison Horridge, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear that you have peace of mind knowing your Uncle is safe and well looked after at Church Farm.


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Review from H K (Wife of Resident) published on 10 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very pleased with the care that my husband is receiving at Church Farm Care Home. He is completely immobile and requires care therefore to help him so much. He always appears well cared for and warm and tidy altogether. I cannot comment on the food from his point of view as he does not seem to
eat very much and has vitamin supplements. The staff, both administrative and carers are most friendly overall.

Reply from Alison Horridge, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear that you feel your husband is well cared for at Church Farm and that all the staff are friendly. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you both.


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Review from Janice L (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Considering the staff are extremely busy and resources stretched, the team are always cheerful, obliging, professional and thoughtful.

Reply from Alison Horridge, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear you found the team to be cheerful and professional.


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Review from J B (Grandson of Resident) published on 7 December 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very nice visit for my nan's 100th birthday. The staff were all lovely and Nan is being very well cared for. Thank you.

Reply from Amanda Barnes, Customer Service Adviser at Church Farm Care Home

We appreciate you taking the time to leave us your comments. It is lovely to hear you had a nice visit for your nan's birthday and that you feel she is well cared for. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your nan's stay as comfortable as possible.


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Review from G A (Son of Resident) published on 5 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very clean, friendly staff very attentive. Our mum is very happy, and that gives us, her family, peace of mind. Thank you all.

Reply from Alison Horridge, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear that your Mum is happy in our care and that you are reassured knowing that she is being well looked after. Thank you for choosing us.


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Review from Paul S (Son of Resident) published on 11 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot begin to say how much I value the wonderful attention my mother has received whilst being a resident at Church Farm Care Home. It has been exemplary with such care and attention by all members of staff.
The manager, who my mum calls Matron, and every single one of her team go the extra mile
to ensure that the residents and their families are looked after and kept informed at all times with the matters at the home.
Nothing is too much trouble and even with all the problems that Covid 19 has wrought against the well running of the home and the staff that have caught the virus, they all seem to stay upbeat and cheerful. It must be tough for the staff but they carry out their duties with a smile on their faces.
Well done and a massive thank you to every one of you.

Reply from Emily Wilson, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

We really appreciate your incredibly lovely words, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us your kind comments. We are so pleased that your happy with the care and attention your mother is receiving at Church Farm, and that you can feel at ease knowing she is in our care. Please let us know if there is anything more we can do for you and your family.


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Review from Jane S (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 January 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

In August 2020, Mum went into Church Farm for short-term respite care. She picked up and went home but had to return again following a downward turn. She tried another spell at home but following a fall and being unable to care for herself, even with carers three times a day, she went back to Church
Farm at the end of September. She is there still and I think she will remain there now as the care provided to her has ensured that she is eating and drinking properly, taking her medication and has company all day. She loves the girls and the food and of course, the dogs and cats. When asked, she always wants to go home but "Not yet. Not til I'm better". I think that says a lot. The only problem we have is talking to Mum on the phone. The signal is not great so we are trying to get her a mobile phone she can use. The girls are lovely on the phone and always answer any questions I have if they can. Covid has been so hard so not being able to visit is really sad but that is no one's fault.

Reply from Stephen Rondel, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your Mum in our care.


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Review from S G (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff are always helpful. They are going the extra mile to ensure residents can be visited safely. My mother does not need a lot of attention and is left to her own devices, but can call anyone to help with anything! Subtitles on the TV for instance - easily sorted. Crossword brought daily. Generally,
I know she is safe and being looked after.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your mother in our care. Thank you for your kind words.


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Review from Alan H (Son of Resident) published on 4 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Dad only recently moved in permanently to Church Farm Care Home but he has settled in extremely well. We are very happy with the overall quality of the facility, including meals etc. The staff have been lovely and very helpful, despite the Covid-19 restrictions. Overall we are so far happy with the
standard of care, although due to Covid-19 it has not been possible to review the room that Dad is occupying.

Reply from Stephen Rondel, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us such lovely comments. We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your dad in our care.


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Review from Sarah W (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very easy to organise visits - even with restrictions in place. Great home, fabulous staff and my mum has been so well looked after, she is happy and content which is important to me. I would recommend Church Farm very highly.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

We are very happy to hear you are satisfied with the quality of our care. Thank you for your kind words.


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Review from Michael S (Son of Resident) published on 7 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't thank the staff and carers at Church Farm Care Home enough for the care and love they have given my mother since she became a resident. Their care and dedication to my mother's well being both mentally and physically is second to none. In recent months, under extremely difficult circumstances,
they have continued and even exceeded their always high level of care. At present we have a situation that is distressing for everyone concerned but I take great comfort in knowing that my mother is in the very best hands and place possible and I would like to say big thank you to everyone at Church Farm for looking after my mother.

Reply from Stephen Rondel, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your mother in our care.


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Review from Johnie T (Son of Resident) published on 7 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great standards of personal care, my mother seems content and happy. Light, bright and airy accommodation. The staff are very good.

Reply from Stephen Rondel, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

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Review from Elizabeth B (Friend of Resident) published on 7 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Unfortunate about all the pandemic paraphernalia restricting 'open' visiting. All measures, however, are in place and Coronavirus wouldn't dare show up at Church Farm Care Home, Wittering. Staff are very much adhering to protective protocols across the board. Well done. Thank you for looking after my
neighbour.

Reply from Stephen Rondel, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

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Review from Ashley B (Grandson of Resident) published on 5 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very good.

Reply from Emily Wilson, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

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Review from I W (Son of Resident) published on 17 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The review is based on visiting my mother at Church Farm Care Home and the information she has passed on. This was my first visit post-lockdown and all precautions seemed to have been taken.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Advisor on behalf of the team at Church Farm Care Home

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Review from M D (Friend of Resident) published on 25 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As usual, the standard of care surpasses any other care home I have visited. I would recommend Church Farm Care Home to everyone who is in need of care.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Advisor at Church Farm Care Home

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Review from J B (Cousin of Resident) published on 18 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great visit, well prepared and organised a bit difficult communicating through a mask. Carers very accommodating.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Church Farm Care Home

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Review from P D (Son of Resident) published on 17 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Had a good visit with mum.

Reply from Stephen Rondel, Customer Adviser at Church Farm Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to help you and your family.


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Review from M W (Sister of Resident) published on 6 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Always found the staff very pleasant and helpful. Also, keep in touch with any problems.

Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Church Farm Care Home

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Review from C J (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 August 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

The staff are all brilliant and very caring. Mum seems very happy here and I have confidence that she is safe and well cared for. I do think that the place could do with a good renovation as it's quite tatty in places.

Reply from Emily Wilson, Customer Services Adviser at Church Farm Care Home

We really appreciate you taking the time to leave us such lovely comments. We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your Mum in our care. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you or your family.


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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.711)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.711) out of 10 for Church Farm Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.711 for Church Farm Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (188 Excellents x 5) + (30 Goods x 4) + (13 Satisfactorys x 3) + (4 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 235 Ratings = 4.711

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Church Farm Care Home is based on 19 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 53 registered maximum number of service users is 10.6, which has been reached with 19 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 6 Dec 2023

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Good

  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Bed Vacancies

3 Bed Vacancies

posted 27 Mar 2025

Each of our homes are pleasantly decorated, and can be personalised to your own taste. We have rooms available with patios leading to a garden view, with own ensuite toilet.


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Meet the Team (5)

Karen

Karen Rothwell

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2024

My name is Karen and I am the home manager at Church Farm.


I was born in Sheffield and knew from the age of 15 when I used to visit a local care home that I wanted to work with older adults. At 16, I joined the care home team and was fortunate enough to spend a few years with that particular organisation working in Mississippi, USA.


After marrying my husband, I had three children - two boys and one girl. Whilst my daughter was young, I attended college to gain my qualifications as I knew I would be returning to care later in my life. During this time, we had moved to Portsmouth to support our son as he had joined the Navy.


Over the next few years, I supported my husband in public houses and hotels around the country.


In 2002 I returned to care and was fortunate to secure a position as an assistant unit manager with Hampshire County Council where I spent 23 years honing my skills while progressing to operations manager, deputy manager and then registered manager in Denmead where I spent 7 years.


I joined Church Farm in 2024 and love the home from home atmosphere. I always strive to ensure all the residents receive the best possible care and feel safe and secure.


Outside of work I love spending time with my 5 grandchildren, who keep me busy and active. To relax I go to the Norfolk Broads where my husband and I have a boat called the Christine Ann, named after my mom. I love seeing all the wildlife and wildflowers and meandering along the rivers.

I live not too far away from Church Farm with my husband, daughter, son in law, granddaughter and two dogs, along with blended family at weekends. It can feel a bit like the Waltons but for me that’s what life is about, good times with family and friends making lots of memories and a job that I love.


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Anu Yohannan

Job Title: Senior Care Assistant

Joined: 2022

Hello! My Name is Anu Yohannan, and I am a Senior Care Assistant at Church Farm Care Home. I have worked for Bupa since June 2022, and I joined the team on a Sponsorship Visa.


I was born in India and studied as a nurse. I chose to train as a nurse as my mother had been one and I saw how much enjoyment she got from her job.


I love my role here and being involved with the residents makes me happy. It was always my dream to come and work in the United Kingdom and I am so grateful for the opportunities offered to me by Bupa.


I have been incredibly lucky that my husband has also been able to come to the UK and was offered a position here at Church Farm as well.


Warren

Warren Brewer

Job Title: Chef

Joined: 2013

Hello! My name is Warren Brewer, and I am the cook at Church Farm Care Home. I started working for Bupa in 2013.


I have worked as a host and a kitchen assistant and I have now progressed to my current role as a chef.


I applied for the job at Church Farm as my mum (and other members of my family) worked in care and suggested that because of my caring nature, this environment would suit me.


I love my role and enjoy making a positive difference in people’s lives. Every day I learn something new and look forward to hearing stories/life experiences from our residents.


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Kimba

Job Title: Home Cat

Joined: 2021

Hello! My name is Kimba, and I am a black and white long-haired cat who lives at Church Farm. I was adopted by Church Farm after my owner sadly passed away in 2021. I spend most of my day on the sunniest windowsill or on top of a wardrobe ready to jump and land on unsuspecting carers.


My favourite hobby is eating and having lots of cuddles (oh and naps!).


Recently I have taken up my new role as the home administrator’s assistant and make sure her desk is ALWAYS clear so I can lay across it.

I live in the Marine Lounge so I am close to where the food lives, and I can get plenty of attention from EVERYONE who passes by.


Alfie

Alfie

Job Title: Home Cat

Joined: 2022

Hello! My name is Alfie, and I am a black and white short-haired cat with green eyes. I was adopted by Church Farm after my owner passed away in 2022. My owner had previously worked as a hairdresser here at Church Farm before she came to live here permanently. Recently I have adopted a resident and I make sure he knows exactly when it is lunchtime! We have developed a special friendship, and both enjoy each other’s company. I live in the middle corridor off of the dining room so I can sneak extra treats!


You will usually find me outside or cuddled up with the resident I have adopted.