Review from Caroline (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 August 2021
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The care provided by the team has been amazing for both my Mum and my Dad who were both residents here. We were always made to feel very welcome and could see how much the team members supported and looked after Mum especially who was a resident for over 5 years.

Reply from Gaj Ragunathan, Owner at Ashton House Nursing & Residential Home

Thank you for your kind words, will let the team know. Thank you.

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Review from Pauline G (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 May 2021
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Ashton House team escorted our father to his wife, of nearly 70 years, funeral. It was a very sad day, but the team were extremely sensitive and discrete and looked after dad with love and care. We thank everyone there, from the reception to all the carers and staff who look after us when we visit,

and for getting dad to the funeral without any fuss. Well done Ashton House.

Reply from Iris Mae Macansantos, Registered Manager at Ashton House Nursing & Residential Home

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Review from J K (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 May 2021
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The level of care is wonderful! My dad has been here 6 weeks and is looking, feeling and getting better with each visit. The doctors, nurses, careers, and even the guys in reception are very caring and happy to help me, even when I'm sad. Thank you.

Reply from Iris Mae Macansantos, Registered Manager at Ashton House Nursing & Residential Home

Thank you for your kind words. Will pass it to staff.

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Review from Jeff K (Son of Resident) published on 10 April 2021
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I took my father to Ashton House following a 6 week stay in a care home in Surrey after being placed there from hospital by Social Services. Dad suffers from Dementia and Parkinsons and this whole experience has been very confusing for my father and me. However, after hearing how good Ashton House was

regarding the care and treatment of their residents suffering with what my father has, I fought tooth and nail to get my father placed here. On arrival, we were met by a lovely smiling receptionist who called through to a staff member to come and help assist my father out of the vehicle into a wheelchair and into the building. All staff involved were extremely kind and considerate towards Dad and myself which made this experience easier to deal with, so much so my father couldn't wait to get to his new room.

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Review from Janet C (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 February 2021
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Ashton House was my Mum's home for over 6 years. I was so worried about moving her to a nursing home, but I clearly remember visiting her 3 days after she moved in. She was so excited to tell me about all the activities she had been participating in. I mentioned her flat and she said: “what flat,

this is my home.” Her view that Ashton House was her home never wavered and that is a result of the truly remarkable, kind and expert care she has received over the years, including her end of life care. Thank you.

Reply from Iris Mae Macansantos, Registered Manager at Ashton House Nursing & Residential Home

Thank you for your kind word. Will pass this to staff.

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Review from Jonathan B (Son of Resident) published on 14 January 2021
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Very pleased with the care from nurses on Hazlewood nursing wing who have made our mother comfortable and free from anxiety. Skype has been our help during this phase of the pandemic, but every time we call our mother is relaxed and we've shared a laugh or two and it's clear she's being well looked

after with neatly combed hair and constant changes of clothing. Our mother has dementia, as well as a terminal diagnosis but she is settled and expresses no anxiety about her new whereabouts which we believe is a direct testimony to her care at Ashton House.

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Review from Andy P (Son of Resident) published on 21 October 2020
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My mother is cared for to a very high standard. Due to covid, it has been a difficult time not being able to have close contact with my mother. The staff have been so kind and supported my mother through this difficult time. They have become part of her family especially the staff member who ensures

my mother has daily activities. My mother loves the sea on her birthday, they took her to the Shoreham so she could see the sea and had a birthday tea with a birthday cake. I feel very confident my mother is looked after with dignity respect and I thank all the staff for their support.

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Review from Irene P (Wife of Resident) published on 2 October 2020
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My husband was treated with dignity and great consideration which helped us both very much.

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Review from Anne D (Wife of Resident) published on 17 September 2020
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Though we only had a chance to get to know Ashton House and its lovely staff for 4 months, we were deeply touched by the wonderful care and compassion shown to my husband, especially in his last days. We were enormously comforted that he was not alone in his last hours. Deepest thanks to all the staff.

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Review from A D (Wife of Resident) published on 11 August 2020
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Pleasant surrounding. House is homely, the garden will be lovely. There is a calm, peaceful atmosphere and staff very welcoming from the beginning of the stay. Staff ready to answer any queries or advise if any procedures to be taken. Plenty of activities in which to get involved.

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Review from Chris S (Son of Resident) published on 3 August 2020
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I am only writing a review because I am encouraged to do so on every relative newsletter so here it is. I have been relatively satisfied with Ashton House in the last two years she has been a resident, I have no concerns with the care she receives from the care staff.
But I have found communication

to be poor throughout this two year period and since the start of COVID it has been appalling. I understand that homes have been under massive pressure but communication to relatives was non-existent and when I do call up with queries, no one seems to know the history as there seem to have been a number of admin staff taken on all at once who have been dropped in at the deep end. There have been issues which have now led me to make a formal complaint. The managers seem to pass all queries on to the nurses, rather than dealing with them themselves. If it was not an ordeal for my mum I would have moved her to a different home with better leadership.

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Review from Alberto G (Son of Resident) published on 16 July 2020
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My dear mother was a resident at Ashton House for three years before passing in April 2020.
For the three years at the home, my mother was wonderfully cared for by each and every member of staff. Initially, we did not want her to go into a home but soon realized that Ashton House was the best place

for her. Every effort was made to treat my mum with care, love and respect throughout her stay there. We visited mum most days and as a family, we were all lucky to be shown support from the staff who we soon came to see as our own family.
Unfortunately, we were not able to be with mum when she died. However, we took great comfort knowing she was not alone and surrounded by the same staff who had loved her and cared for her as if she was their own mother. The grief they felt when she died was similar to ours.
We can not recommend the staff at Ashton House. They make the nursing home a wonderful place for people to see out their days in a loving, respectful and safe environment. Thank you.

Reply from Iris Mae Macansantos, Registered Manager at Ashton House Nursing & Residential Home

Thank you very much for your kind words. We'll share it with the team.

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Review from P D (Son of Resident) published on 16 July 2020
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My mum has been in Ashton House for just over a year. In that period I have found the home to always be clean. All the staff who work there whether they look after my mum or not are very friendly. If I have any concerns they quickly find out the answers for me also if mum ever sees the doctor. I am

always informed on the same day about their findings even if there was nothing wrong. This has been very comforting as I didn't see her for 3 months due to Covid-19.

Reply from Iris Mae Macansantos, Registered Manager at Ashton House Nursing & Residential Home

Thank you very much for your review. We will pass this message to the team.

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Review from Jo D (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 July 2020
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Dad has been in Ashton House for just over a year now and we feel blessed every day for the love and care he is shown all the time. It is a welcoming place, visitors are always welcome, it is clean and well maintained and the staff there are truly amazing. They always have a smile on their faces and

show nothing but kindness towards the residents in their care. It is a fun place too! Lots of music, dancing and activities going on all the time. Lots of trips out too, something we know Dad really really enjoys. We would recommend this care home to anyone.

Reply from Iris Mae Macansantos, Registered Manager at Ashton House Nursing & Residential Home

Thank you for your lovely comment. We'll pass it on to our staff.

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Review from K E (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 July 2020
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Absolutely excellent in all that every single member of staff at all times, even though there exceptionally difficult few months. You always go the extra mile and beyond and you genuinely care for each and every one of your residents. Out of this world, it makes mum exceeding happy and safe.

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Review from K P (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 July 2020
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My mother became bed ridden as her cancer progressed. Unable to care for her adequately at home we chose Ashton House. I am so pleased that she is always clean, comfortable and happy in her surroundings. I feel she is cared for far better than I could do at home. The nurses all seem to know who she

is and what her condition is. Everyone I have met is friendly and seems very caring. I am so pleased I chose Ashton House.

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Review from D S (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 July 2020
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The staff are very kind. Mum has lost her appetite but the staff are trying different things to tempt her. Their caring attitude is lovely.

Reply from Iris Mae Macansantos, Registered Manager at Ashton House Nursing & Residential Home

Thank you for your review. We will pass this on to the team.

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Review from Maximilian W (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 16 July 2020
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My relative has had exemplary care during her time at Ashton House. Without exception, the staff are thoughtful, kind and caring.
The home is kept clean. The food provided is of good quality and varied.
I am delighted at the care that my relative has received, and she seems to be very happy there.

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Review from Gill R (Wife of Resident) published on 14 July 2020
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My husband died in April 2020, having lived here since November 2018. He took a long time to settle, and the staff were infinitely patient and caring, and so supportive of me and other family members. The arrangements made for hospital visits were always good, and the staff member who went with us felt

like a friend, as did many of the others.

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Review from Natasha A (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 July 2020
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The staff at Ashton House really have been second to none. Sadly my mum passed away in April but she had been a resident at Ashton House for the past two years. I can not fault them. They took into account her cultural needs, kept in touch with us as a family and most importantly genuinely cared for

my mum.
The staff were always thinking of ways to include my mother even when she had a decline in her ability to participate in activities. They even celebrated cultural events that were important to her and invited us as a family. We had a lovely Diwali party there.
It’s very difficult to make the decision to have a parent go into a care home but I really feel that my mothers needs were well cared for at Ashton House. We were always included in her care and provisions were made for us to see her whenever we wanted. They really are a lovely bunch of people and I’m grateful to have had them care for mum, especially in her final days when we couldn’t be there due to covid.

Reply from Gaj Ragunathan, Owner at Ashton House Nursing & Residential Home

Thank you for your kind words, your mother is missed and we were very fond of her.
I will pass your kind words to the staff team.
Thank you.

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