Review from D B (Resident) published on 23 May 2018
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Our stay at The Gables was excellent. Our room was very comfortable with a beautiful sea view. The staff were very helpful and treated us with the utmost respect. We were unable to take part in any activities owing to my Wifes condition but we had a very enjoyable rest. - Thank you all.

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Review from I R (Wife of Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 13 March 2018
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My husband is the resident and has been in The Gables for nearly 4 years and has Parkinson's and chronic mobility issues. He is very happy and content under the circumstances and gets so well looked after and every single member of staff is fantastic and we could not ask for any better.

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Review from Elaine S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2018
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We viewed a number of homes in the area and The Gables was the home that we felt best suited my Grandad and his needs. The support from the staff means that he is able to maintain his independence, whilst feeling confident that he has the backup available to him if necessary. He is so happy and settled

at The Gables, his room is always warm and kept clean, he says the food is excellent and he refers to the carers as his extended family.

The Gables has a wonderful, homely feel, with staff really taking the time to meet individual needs.
From my perspective, the home is a safe environment, the staff are wonderful and it is evident that they care for the residents as they would their own family. Management are great; very approachable and are happy to work alongside relatives and residents to ensure that the best possible level of care is delivered.

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Review from E J (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 28 September 2017
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A caring and safe haven for residents. Staff take the trouble to go beyond immediate needs and involve residents as much as possible. The food is excellent.

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Review from Barry W (Son of Resident) published on 11 July 2017
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My mother has been a resident for about 18 months. During this period her overall health has definitely improved and her outlook on life is much healthier. The staff have encouraged her to participate in many different activities and she now thoroughly enjoys everything she does, especially as she

has found new friendships with other residents - she says she's never laughed so much! We are extremely happy with her treatment and her progress.

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Review from David N (Nephew of Resident) published on 3 July 2017
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My Aunt and her husband have been resident in The Gables for over a year now. It was a difficult adjustment for them as they had to leave their lovely bungalow that they had retired to. It was a traumatic time for them. This was eased by the wonderful staff at The Gables. While ill health and dementia

have continued to take their toll, the staff have looked after them well. Constantly coming up with new ways to adapt my relatives care.

My Aunt and her husband have their own possessions around them and while they have given The Gables staff many challenges, the staff have met them. I am very happy with the level of care they receive. It is very difficult to care for our relatives, there is never a one size fits all solution. The Gables have a very dedicated group of professionals who constantly go the extra mile for their residents. No residential home is perfect, nor are our own homes and lifestyles perfect, but at The Gables, they do their utmost to reach perfection every day.

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Review from B C (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2017
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Mother is about to complete her first year here. I cannot praise the staff/management enough for the care given to her. I have peace of mind that she is well-cared for and she is now settled and happy. She herself says she loves being there. All staff are very helpful and always smiling.
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lovely room which is kept very clean and tidy. Food is very good and varied. I visit three times per week and always leave knowing that mum is content in her surroundings. P.S the effort put in by all to make a truly "Happy Xmas" for residents was wonderful.
Thank you all so much.

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Review from Jacquelin B (Sister of Resident) published on 5 December 2016
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My brother was a resident in the Gables for end of life care. He was very reluctant to go into care but the staff were very patient and kind and within a short time he relaxed and began to feel at home. I felt everyone went out of their way to make him feel welcome. Apart from his illness, he had

disabilities being deaf and non speaking, his eyesight was also poor. Despite this, the staff made every effort to communicate with him and meet his needs. I feel he was well cared for and comfortable during the final 17 months of his life.

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Review from Tony W (Friend of Resident) published on 5 September 2016
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We found a very homely, friendly and relaxed home.
All staff from managers, care, catering, cleaners and maintenance were all helpful and made residents, families and friends feel at home. They gave our friend the best possible end of life care with dignity.

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Review from Peter G (Son of Resident) published on 18 July 2016
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Mum was resident at The Gables for two years following a stroke causing incapacity to one side of her body. She therefore required a considerable amount of personal attention and I was invariably happy with the responses from the staff who were friendly to both residents and visitors. I did have some

minor issues during her stay but the management were very approachable and in general things were changed for the better.
This was mum's third such residence and I think that one has to accept that staff cannot be provided on a one-to-one basis and there are times when attention to the resident is not as quick as one might hope.
he Gables were no different from the other two homes in that matter. If our unfortunate situation was to be repeated I would have no hesitation in making The Gables my choice again.

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Review from Robert G (Son of Resident) published on 12 July 2016
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My Stepmother and Father are not the easiest to deal with as a couple, as they will tend to interact off each other, so to get them to do anything can be trying, but the staff do try to get them to join in. The staff do have a battle to get them to look after their personal hygiene, especially when

they think they have already had a wash or that they had shower the other day, when clearly they hadn't, recently staff have managed to endure and get them to be more regular in their cleaning habits.
The team at the Gables treat My Stepmother and Father with a cheery but firm approach even when faced with a joint defence of non cooperation.
Like all places there have been some niggles but nothing that hasn't been resolved after a chat with staff, with this attitude you never feel there isn't anything that is troubling no matter how small you can't bring up for discussion.

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Review from Janet L (Resident) published on 11 May 2016
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I love it here, it's right by the sea, the staff are friendly and work hard.

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Review from Wendy (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 May 2016
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I found The Gables to be one of the best care homes during my search in the Great Yarmouth area. My parents booked in for respite care in March and both liked it. They have now decided to stay permanently. The building and facilities are very good, managing to retain the character of a period property

with modern facilities and it has the benefit of overlooking the sea. It feels a clean and safe environment. We also find the staff extremely helpful and attentive and there is a happy buzz about the place with activities most days.

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Review from Karen & David (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 January 2016
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Our father was in The Gables for 5 1/2 years until he passed away from a stroke and had the best possible care we could have wished for. Although we were worried how he would react, he settled in really quickly and got on really well with the staff who were really fond of him as he was of them. He always

praised the food and said how nice it was and enjoyed having a sing a long at the activities. We truly believe he was as happy as he could be living away from home.

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Review from Pete B (Son of Resident) published on 18 January 2016
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My mother spent 1¾ years in the Gables after a badly broken shoulder and onset of dementia left her unable to cope at home.

On arrival, her room had only just been refurbished to brand new condition and had a marvelous view of Gorleston clifftop and beach. The charges were the most reasonable of

anywhere I viewed, and taking into account the number of staff employed around the clock, all the food and facilities provided and not least the marvelous location and room, represented excellent value. Almost no one wants to leave their own home, but I can honestly say that if I really had to I'd be happy to move there myself.

Almost every Sunday I was able to join Mum for a lovely roast lunch which we occasionally took in her room so we could enjoy the views.

I have to mention the wonderful staff who really cared for Mum as if she were a member of their own family, often showing care and concern above and beyond.

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