Review from Paul (Son of Resident) published on 19 July 2018
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Unfortunately, my mother had to spend the last year of her life in a care home, as it was impossible for her to be cared for in her own home. We chose St David's after visiting a number of care homes in the surrounding area. St David's is a beautiful building set in wonderful grounds.

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was spotlessly clean and all of the staff were genuinely caring and always treated mum with kindness, dignity and respect. They were happy to spend their time chatting with her and nothing seemed too much trouble. The nurses always kept us informed of her progress and in her final hours she was never left alone.

I always had total confidence in the management and staff at St David's and thank them for all the assistance they gave to both mum and myself.

Reply from David Tanner, Proprietor at St David's Nursing Home

Dear Paul, Thank you for your kind words. I will pass them on to the care team. Very best regards, David.

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Review from Valentina L (Private Carer of Resident) published on 29 January 2018
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I think this is the best care home around Berkshire. I have been in another Care Home and I didn’t feel happy there.
The staff and management are very friendly and always happy to help.

Reply from David Tanner, Director at St David's Nursing Home

Thank you very much Valentina.

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Review from Linda W (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 May 2017
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Mum's stay was short due to the nature of her illness and we were looking for the best possible comfort and end of life care. St David's had a lovely home from home friendly feeling from the moment we first visited. With beautiful Spring weather during her stay, we were able to take full advantage

of the wonderful grounds for as long as possible. The caring and kindness of everyone involved in looking after Mum was outstanding. In addition, the support and help provided to us, her family, was fantastic.

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Review from Peter S (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 23 March 2017
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So much better than where I was previously. My room has wonderful windows with views of the woodland. It is light and quiet. I feel comfortable there and the staff are very friendly and gentle with me.

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Review from A G (Son of Resident) published on 21 March 2017
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All staff are well trained and provide excellent care and attention.

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Review from Amy B (Resident) published on 20 March 2017
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R Rights Responsibility Respect
E Encouragement Efficiency Entertainment
S Sympathetic Solicitous Serenity
P Perserverence Punctuality Pleasure giving
E Energy Enthusiasm Embrace innovation
C Companionship Care

Compassion
T Time giving Tranquility Tenecity

Working, visiting, living in St. David's and St. Christopher's is a life enhancing experience. One word which sums up the meticulous care is RESPECT.

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Review from Trevor C (Son of Resident) published on 20 March 2017
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When my mother could not be cared for any longer at home the family had no hesitation in going to look around St. David's and as we had only heard good things about the care there we were not disappointed. As soon as we walked through the door we felt such a warm feeling. She was there about three years

and very happy as we were from management, carers, cooks, cleaners. They all put a hundred percent into their everyday work and treat residents with so much respect, love and care.

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Review from Tom B (Friend of Resident) published on 19 March 2017
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My two friends have been residents of St David's for over ten years. Throughout this time they have been extremely well cared for and treated with dignity and respect. All staff have shown them great kindness and made them feel safe and valued. Activities and outings are arranged on a regular basis

and they are always treated as individuals and not institutionalised. I would thoroughly recommend this care home.

Reply from David Tanner, Director at St David's Nursing Home

Dear Tom, thank you for your kind review. I will pass your comments on to the staff. See you soon. David

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Review from Jonathan N (Son of Resident) published on 19 March 2017
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The care home is set in beautiful grounds and all of the staff are caring and helpful. Excellent staff/resident ratio and the management is open to any feedback. The home is spotlessly clean. The cost of the care home is average for this area but expensive when compared to other parts of the country.

Reply from David Tanner, Proprietor at St David's Nursing Home

Dear Jonathan, thank you for taking the time to post a review. Best regards David

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Review from Hazel G (Friend of Resident) published on 19 March 2017
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As Power of Attorney to my longstanding friend, I had the task of sourcing a suitable care home for her almost 2 years ago. St David's was slightly known to me at the time and has certainly proved an exceptional choice. The staff and management have provided highly professional and caring support to

residents, relatives and visitors. The proprietor should be commended for the high standards achieved at St David's Nursing Home.

Reply from David Tanner, Director at St David's Nursing Home

Thank you, Hazel, I'll pass your kind words on to the staff team. See you soon

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Review from Fiona L (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 March 2017
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This nursing home provides an excellent standard of care in all area but what makes St David's stand out is the genuine love and compassion shown to all residents by all the care and nursing staff. All residents are encouraged to be involved with activities including the bedbound residents. The meals

are first class and a good variety. The home is a happy environment and is always clean and well kept.

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Review from Noreen W (Wife of Resident) published on 17 March 2017
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My husband has been a resident here for the last 8 months and before that periodically for respite. He has lost his speech, is tube fed and doubly incontinent. He is so well looked after, they care for him in every possible way and his spirits are always high.

Reply from David Tanner, Proprietor at St David's Nursing Home

Dear Noreen, thank you for taking the time to make a comment. I will pass it onto the staff team. Best regards David

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Review from Gill O (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 March 2017
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Good communication about mother's declining health and frequent updates by phone or in person. The care in her last days was gentle, kind and unhurried. All the staff were caring towards her and us. At the end, they were patient and compassionate. We were not rushed at all but encouraged to stay with

her. I cannot fault the standard of care and compassion within the home.

Reply from David Tanner, Proprietor at St David's Nursing Home

Dear Gill, thank you for your kind words. I will make sure the staff team have an opportunity to read them.

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Review from Carol M (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 February 2017
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I cannot fault the care and service provided by the staff at St David's. The quality of staff and care they provide is outstanding. I have a very good relationship with the key carers for my mother, who has been there for 5 years now. I like the fact that visiting hours are unrestricted so I can pop

in any time knowing I can spend time with Mum.

There are drinks and snacks available to visitors which you can make yourself. If requested, you can join relatives in the dining room to eat or have something in their room. This makes a sometimes difficult and stressful atmosphere much easier to deal with. The home is always clean; the resident's rooms, general common areas, day rooms, bathrooms and conservatory etc.

St David's is a beautiful old priory filled with nostalgia but with all the facilities of a modern care home - set in stunning, peaceful grounds.
I feel very lucky to have been able to have my mother see out her days here. I can't recommend it high enough.

Reply from David Tanner, Director at St David's Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your comments. I will make sure the staff are aware of your kind words.

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Review from Kitty B (Sister of Resident) published on 27 February 2017
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My sister has shown spectacular improvement since coming to reside at St David's Nursing Home. She is really happy.
I have been very impressed by the high standards maintained in all areas of this care home. The owners and their administrative staff are efficient, available, very considerate and prompt

to attend to any manner of a request whether from a resident or from a family member.
Care staff are clearly well-trained and reflect that in their standard of care; helpful, cheerful, respectful and attentive to even trivial requests.
The happy atmosphere is evident throughout the home - it generates a pleasant feeling of family life.

Reply from David Tanner, Director at St David's Nursing Home

Dear Kitty, many thanks for your kind words. Your sister is a miracle! See you soon.

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Review from John C (Son of Resident) published on 24 February 2017
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St David's is a very caring home providing full support to my mother and her needs. We have often observed staff dealing in a very caring and supportive manner to residents even when they didn't know we were there or observing. The home is spotlessly clean and staff always go out of their way to help

when we phone or want to speak to Mum.

Reply from David Tanner, Director at St David's Nursing Home

Dear John, Thank you for your kind words. I will make sure the staff team are aware of them.

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Review from Diane (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 August 2016
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After 2 years in a different home where I felt I had to 'guard' my mother, her time at St David's was entirely different and absolutely better in every way. I felt I could really trust the staff in all aspects of her care and they could not have done more. Kindness and consideration at all times. The

manager and her team should be commended.

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Review from Dionne (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 April 2016
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The care my mother received in her final days was exemplary. The room was very homely and the atmosphere relaxed. All staff were very friendly and they took time to make sure we were OK as well. The home itself is situated in beautiful grounds and my mother said she wished she had moved there years

ago. The palliative care was very good, and I can honestly say I would highly recommend it.

Reply from David Tanner, Director at St David's Nursing Home

Thank you for your very kind words, they really mean a lot to us.

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Review from Geoffry C (Resident) published on 17 November 2015
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Very interesting place to live, a wide variety of people work at St David's, so that now I am learning another language and I really like that as being in a care home is not the end. I have done so much here. I go on a lot of interesting trips, care and attention to residents is of a high standard.

My family very much look forward to visiting me here.

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Review from Marjorie S (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 November 2015
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My mother has been at St David's for 2 ½ years and the care has been excellent at all times. The staff are well trained and are professional, patient and very kind.

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