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St Marys Road, Oxford, OX4 1QE
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02 January 2025
My wife suffers from advanced dementia and is unable to do anything for herself. After it became impossible for me to care for her myself at home she became a resident of St. John's Home in Oxford for the past thirteen months. Both our daughter and I have been able to visit her regularly, so this review is based on our personal observations over this period. She indicates to us that she is settled and as comfortable as can be. The staff is very professional, courteous, approachable, helpful and kind from managerial to caring, cleaning, and catering. Her room is comfortable, adequately furnished and kept perfectly clean. The care ladies pay attention to her complete needs, feeding, cleaning, personal hygiene and laundry. She is visited and checked weekly by a local GP and her medications are dispensed. Activities are organised regularly and my wife reacts well to music. I endorse St. John's as an excellent care home and the best that can be done for my dear wife.
11 April 2024
She was welcomed into the community for the last few months of her life. Staff were helpful, caring and friendly and always happy to talk with us. The grounds were particularly important, enabling frequent trips into pleasant surroundings on the doorstep. We were very pleased to find a safe and reassuring place for my mother close to our home.
20 June 2023
Very pleased with how clean my brother is. The attitude of the staff is positive and helpful. Very pleased with how he is being looked after. Thank you so much for the care you give him. I am so happy to see him so happy.
03 October 2022
My uncle has been with St John's since August 2021. The first few weeks were difficult for him from having such a big change in his life, but very soon became settled with the help of the lovely staff. My visits (mostly at short notice) are welcomed by friendly office staff. I am taken through the gorgeous building to find my uncle. The residents, cleaners, and carers that we pass on the way all speak and acknowledge you. My uncle is always clean and tidy (which I know has been prompted by the carers), and his room is always spotlessly clean. The home and gardens are quite something!
28 September 2022
My mother-in-law was a resident at St John's for over 8 years and celebrated her 100th birthday in this home. I am sure without their diligent care she was unlikely to have achieved that milestone. She had advanced dementia, but the care and attention provided were exemplary. One thing she loved was her food, and the quality of the meals provided are excellent. The staff are very thoughtful and caring and always keep us up to date and advised of any care issues and general health updates. Sadly she passed away in July, but having been in hospital, St John's ensured she was brought back to the environment she was used to for her final hours. Beautiful home, surroundings and wonderful, caring staff.
23 September 2022
My mother was a resident at St. John's Home for 17 years and died there at the age of 98 on 22 July 2022. She received excellent care throughout, and as she became more infirm I was regularly given updates by the staff as to how she was. The staff were very kind and efficient in dealing with matters after her death, assisting with formalities. While she was able, my mother enjoyed the various activities organised by the staff. She had a lovely room.
01 August 2022
My dad has been in St John's since last September. He seems very settled and happy under the circumstances. He has a good relationship with the staff, who do a great job. My dad loves sitting in the lovely garden, and they're very good at letting me take him out every week.
20 May 2022
My grandmother has been a resident at St John's for 8-years now. With advanced stage dementia, it was fairly traumatic having to move her from a previous home that was closing down. Pre-Covid, I and my family were regular visitors. St John's has always been great at communicating with us as a family when we haven't been able to visit. We've managed to enjoy some visits since restrictions have been lifted, but do miss the spontaneity. This is by no means a criticism of the home though, as they have done an outstanding job of keeping all residents and staff safe over a really tricky time. The home itself is beautifully maintained, and I was delighted to see my grandma's room had had a complete makeover recently! Very much looking forward to taking my children and enjoying the beautiful gardens for visits in the summer again.
17 May 2022
St John's has beautiful grounds, and its strength has in its staff, who have worked excellently in difficult situations for the last two years.
06 May 2022
Happy with the care my husband is receiving, and when the family visits, the staff seem excellent. The only negatives are Covid related; we understand that this has been a massive challenge, and in general, the staff have coped well, just slightly problematic when key people are away.
16 November 2020
Lovely care home in lovely surroundings. Proactive, attentive, caring staff who seem to go the extra mile. Good communication with family and quick to respond to needs or issues. Lovely activities including minibus trips when not in lockdown!
04 November 2019
In the three and a half years my relative was a resident in the home, we have been very happy with the care that she has received. There were times when they were understaffed, but St John's have addressed this. The standard of care was generally excellent and it was a well-run establishment where my Aunt was very happy and settled. I would recommend St John's to anyone.
05 July 2019
When looking for a home for my mother, we were very worried about finding the right one. We found St John's and we could not have been happier. Son my mother was putting on weight and socializing with the others. She was very happy at St Johns. Sadly my mum reached the end of her life but St John's received her back from hospital and gave my mum dignity and respect. They met her needs throughout her journey, ensuring her transition into the next world was a peaceful and a happy one. They treated my bothers and myself with kindness and respect.
29 August 2018
I was a close friend of a lady who lived at St John's for two years until she passed away in June 2018. St John's is truly an amazing place. The building and grounds are beautiful - a totally unexpected oasis in an Oxford residential area - but it's the staff that made the place stand out compared to other homes I've known. The care and love they had for my friend (who could be difficult sometimes!) was far beyond what I could have dreamed of. There is something about this place, the staff seem to really enjoy their work. I have nothing but praise for both the management and the carers alike.
21 March 2018
So far as I can tell, the care at St John's is exemplary. The general atmosphere is relatively informal and friendly, management is low-key but effective, while the care itself is positive and respectful. Staff in every department work purposefully yet never seem too busy to attend to matters as they arise. I particularly commend the senior staff who manage the immediate health and welfare of residents: one couldn't ask for more skill or dedication, undertaken with such cheerful willingness. Staff are always around so that residents' needs are usually met promptly, and there is a pro-active timetable of regular, individual room visits as well as communal activities and celebrations. The home is very convenient for public transport etc., while the building and garden provide a beautiful context for living here. However, the lack of en-suite facilities is, no doubt, a disadvantage that would put off some potential residents. The food is rather ordinary on the whole.
04 August 2017
The home is immaculate and the staff are so helpful, caring and kind. My sister loves it there and looks better than I have seen her look in years. The home keeps me well informed of any events etc even though I live in Yorkshire. It is a fabulous home.
28 March 2017
I've been volunteering at St John's for about five months and it's made a really good impression on me. I spend a lot of time talking to the residents and they seem really happy with the quality of care, entertainment (films, quizzes, bingo)food etc. I think the most important thing is that the residents feel comfortable and happy and everyone at St John's is really trying to achieve this. Because of this I have really loved my time volunteering and getting to know the lovely and interesting people at St John's.
Latest Reviews for St John's Home
02 January 2025
My wife suffers from advanced dementia and is unable to do anything for herself. After it became impossible for me to care for her myself at home she became a resident of St. John's Home in Oxford for the past thirteen months. Both our daughter and I have been able to visit her regularly, so this review is based on our personal observations over this period. She indicates to us that she is settled and as comfortable as can be. The staff is very professional, courteous, approachable, helpful and kind from managerial to caring, cleaning, and catering. Her room is comfortable, adequately furnished and kept perfectly clean. The care ladies pay attention to her complete needs, feeding, cleaning, personal hygiene and laundry. She is visited and checked weekly by a local GP and her medications are dispensed. Activities are organised regularly and my wife reacts well to music. I endorse St. John's as an excellent care home and the best that can be done for my dear wife.
11 April 2024
She was welcomed into the community for the last few months of her life. Staff were helpful, caring and friendly and always happy to talk with us. The grounds were particularly important, enabling frequent trips into pleasant surroundings on the doorstep. We were very pleased to find a safe and reassuring place for my mother close to our home.
20 June 2023
Very pleased with how clean my brother is. The attitude of the staff is positive and helpful. Very pleased with how he is being looked after. Thank you so much for the care you give him. I am so happy to see him so happy.
03 October 2022
My uncle has been with St John's since August 2021. The first few weeks were difficult for him from having such a big change in his life, but very soon became settled with the help of the lovely staff. My visits (mostly at short notice) are welcomed by friendly office staff. I am taken through the gorgeous building to find my uncle. The residents, cleaners, and carers that we pass on the way all speak and acknowledge you. My uncle is always clean and tidy (which I know has been prompted by the carers), and his room is always spotlessly clean. The home and gardens are quite something!
28 September 2022
My mother-in-law was a resident at St John's for over 8 years and celebrated her 100th birthday in this home. I am sure without their diligent care she was unlikely to have achieved that milestone. She had advanced dementia, but the care and attention provided were exemplary. One thing she loved was her food, and the quality of the meals provided are excellent. The staff are very thoughtful and caring and always keep us up to date and advised of any care issues and general health updates. Sadly she passed away in July, but having been in hospital, St John's ensured she was brought back to the environment she was used to for her final hours. Beautiful home, surroundings and wonderful, caring staff.
23 September 2022
My mother was a resident at St. John's Home for 17 years and died there at the age of 98 on 22 July 2022. She received excellent care throughout, and as she became more infirm I was regularly given updates by the staff as to how she was. The staff were very kind and efficient in dealing with matters after her death, assisting with formalities. While she was able, my mother enjoyed the various activities organised by the staff. She had a lovely room.
01 August 2022
My dad has been in St John's since last September. He seems very settled and happy under the circumstances. He has a good relationship with the staff, who do a great job. My dad loves sitting in the lovely garden, and they're very good at letting me take him out every week.
20 May 2022
My grandmother has been a resident at St John's for 8-years now. With advanced stage dementia, it was fairly traumatic having to move her from a previous home that was closing down. Pre-Covid, I and my family were regular visitors. St John's has always been great at communicating with us as a family when we haven't been able to visit. We've managed to enjoy some visits since restrictions have been lifted, but do miss the spontaneity. This is by no means a criticism of the home though, as they have done an outstanding job of keeping all residents and staff safe over a really tricky time. The home itself is beautifully maintained, and I was delighted to see my grandma's room had had a complete makeover recently! Very much looking forward to taking my children and enjoying the beautiful gardens for visits in the summer again.
17 May 2022
St John's has beautiful grounds, and its strength has in its staff, who have worked excellently in difficult situations for the last two years.
06 May 2022
Happy with the care my husband is receiving, and when the family visits, the staff seem excellent. The only negatives are Covid related; we understand that this has been a massive challenge, and in general, the staff have coped well, just slightly problematic when key people are away.
16 November 2020
Lovely care home in lovely surroundings. Proactive, attentive, caring staff who seem to go the extra mile. Good communication with family and quick to respond to needs or issues. Lovely activities including minibus trips when not in lockdown!
04 November 2019
In the three and a half years my relative was a resident in the home, we have been very happy with the care that she has received. There were times when they were understaffed, but St John's have addressed this. The standard of care was generally excellent and it was a well-run establishment where my Aunt was very happy and settled. I would recommend St John's to anyone.
05 July 2019
When looking for a home for my mother, we were very worried about finding the right one. We found St John's and we could not have been happier. Son my mother was putting on weight and socializing with the others. She was very happy at St Johns. Sadly my mum reached the end of her life but St John's received her back from hospital and gave my mum dignity and respect. They met her needs throughout her journey, ensuring her transition into the next world was a peaceful and a happy one. They treated my bothers and myself with kindness and respect.
29 August 2018
I was a close friend of a lady who lived at St John's for two years until she passed away in June 2018. St John's is truly an amazing place. The building and grounds are beautiful - a totally unexpected oasis in an Oxford residential area - but it's the staff that made the place stand out compared to other homes I've known. The care and love they had for my friend (who could be difficult sometimes!) was far beyond what I could have dreamed of. There is something about this place, the staff seem to really enjoy their work. I have nothing but praise for both the management and the carers alike.
21 March 2018
So far as I can tell, the care at St John's is exemplary. The general atmosphere is relatively informal and friendly, management is low-key but effective, while the care itself is positive and respectful. Staff in every department work purposefully yet never seem too busy to attend to matters as they arise. I particularly commend the senior staff who manage the immediate health and welfare of residents: one couldn't ask for more skill or dedication, undertaken with such cheerful willingness. Staff are always around so that residents' needs are usually met promptly, and there is a pro-active timetable of regular, individual room visits as well as communal activities and celebrations. The home is very convenient for public transport etc., while the building and garden provide a beautiful context for living here. However, the lack of en-suite facilities is, no doubt, a disadvantage that would put off some potential residents. The food is rather ordinary on the whole.
04 August 2017
The home is immaculate and the staff are so helpful, caring and kind. My sister loves it there and looks better than I have seen her look in years. The home keeps me well informed of any events etc even though I live in Yorkshire. It is a fabulous home.
28 March 2017
I've been volunteering at St John's for about five months and it's made a really good impression on me. I spend a lot of time talking to the residents and they seem really happy with the quality of care, entertainment (films, quizzes, bingo)food etc. I think the most important thing is that the residents feel comfortable and happy and everyone at St John's is really trying to achieve this. Because of this I have really loved my time volunteering and getting to know the lovely and interesting people at St John's.