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31 January 2025
Having visited many care homes before deciding on Woodside, I can safely say I made the right decision. The staff are all great and approachable and the manager always has time to speak to me about how my mother is doing. The home is clean and the food is well-presented and nutritious.
04 April 2024
My Mother moved to Woodside in September 2023 and quickly settled in. She has a lovely room, which is kept immaculate by housekeeping as are her clothes. The size of the home and small number of residents mean that no communal space ever seems crowded, residents can make use of the dining room, the large lounge, and the TV room, and there is always a quiet corner to be found. There are a variety of activities, from gluing and sticking, to choir concerts, seasonal parties, etc. which residents can benefit from and be involved in, with a patio area stocked with garden items and plants. My Mother had a few hospital stays and on her return, I could not fault the care and attention she received from staff. The whole team is very approachable and committed to providing their best at all times. My Mother has a marvelous relationship with all the staff. We count ourselves very lucky to have found Woodside, and indeed the marvelous team that work so hard each day.
27 March 2024
From the moment that Mum arrived, she was treated with the utmost care and respect. Her room was clean, warm, and welcoming. I love the fact that all residents are encouraged to go to the day room rather than be left alone in their room, though if wanted, they can. Mum has been encouraged to go to daytime activities, which she has done. The food is more than adequate and Mum enjoys everything that is cooked for her. The staff interacts with the residents, by sitting and chatting, cuddling them or just making them laugh. The main thing for me is that my Mum is happy and contented. Nobody wants to put their loved ones into a home, but if they are happy, it helps so much.
12 June 2023
I am very satisfied with the care my mother is receiving at Woodside Care Home. Woodside has recently had renovation work done to it which has really modernised the entire home. During my mother's time at Woodside I have found the staff to be polite and caring. The food is good with there being plenty of choice and the activity coordinator does a great job in engaging and entertaining the residents.
19 December 2022
My father has been in here since October, he settled in so quickly and it's not hard to see why. The building is beautiful, very clean, tidy and homely and the staff, every single one I've met, including the kitchen team, are just great! So friendly and kind! Nothing is too much trouble it seems. Today I had trouble with the snow when trying to collect Dad to take him out for lunch, unable to head out the staff invited me in instead. They happily sat me down for Sunday lunch which was really good, a big roast beef. I watched the staff treat each and every resident with care and kindness, way above and beyond what I would have expected all that time ago before Dad first moved in. I am so grateful to the whole team for the care and support they give my dad! Thank you from us all!
04 November 2022
My husband has been in Woodside Care Home since August. I am really pleased with the care he is getting The staff are always around and are happy. My husband has made friends and is happy there. Meals are very nice and plenty of them. Woodside is very clean and my husband has a lovely room. I am very pleased with the choice I made for him.
16 June 2022
An enormous thank you for all the hard work, love and care that you put into yesterday's Jubilee party. You made my husband very happy and my daughter and myself too. We are so fortunate to have found you all to take over when we couldn’t. One staff member, in particular, thank you for your funding efforts for entertainment. God bless you all.
21 April 2022
I feel very lucky to have chosen Woodside as I know my mother is in safe hands. I’m very happy with how the staff look after my mother, they are caring and carry out their job in a professional way. The food is good with homemade meals being made each day as well as drinks and snacks offered throughout the day and the care home is clean and warm.
14 March 2022
We recently took the tough decision to put Mum into a home as she needed constant care for her dementia and after only a few weeks of being there today I had my mum back. She was so happy and couldn’t give the staff enough compliments. They truly are unsung heroes who don’t get enough praise for what they do. My family are so grateful to you all and it’s nice and comforting to know that my mum's in safe hands. I'll remember to bring more cakes when I visit next weekend...you all deserve a treat once in a while!
11 February 2022
My mum is currently residing at Woodside and I’m very happy with the care she is getting. The staff are patient with her and give her the time and attention she requires. My mother tells me that the food is nice and Woodside accommodates her requests for drinks and snacks etc. and the home itself is clean and tidy.
24 January 2022
I have seen first-hand the level of care Woodside has given to my dad and can safely say the care he has received is good. The staff are polite and pleasant at all times, activities take place on a regular basis and the meals are excellent.
04 November 2021
My dad was only at Woodside Care Home briefly. The team of care workers were completely wonderful! He died in their car, and they could not have done any more. I sat with my dad; endless tea was offered, and they even fed me. The team were 100% fantastic, and I cannot recommend this place enough!
16 April 2021
The environment at Woodside is excellent. There are plenty of seating areas as well as lots of outdoor space for residents to go out into. My Dad's room is kept clean and tidy and nothing is ever too much trouble. The staff and management are very committed and have looked after my Dad exceptionally well. I can’t thank them enough.
05 March 2021
I speak to my mother on a daily basis and find her in good spirits, even during these difficult times. The staff are friendly and caring towards her and she is happy with her room and the care she receives. My mother has dementia and is encouraged to join in with the activities, which she enjoys and benefits from.
23 February 2021
My father has been at Woodside for a little over a year now and so far, the care he has received has been excellent. The staff are caring and nothing is too much trouble. There is plenty of food and drink and there is a variety of activities for him to do and take part in. They have done an excellent job, keeping my father safe during this pandemic which I am so grateful for.
24 August 2020
We moved Mum to Woodside in January 2020, from another local care home. I wasn't happy with the way Mum was being treated, so my main priority was a high standard of care and sense of dignity. Woodside has this in spades. From the start, I could tell it was a caring, homely environment where care is taken very seriously, from comfort and the floor pads which alert staff to residents getting out of bed, to medication. The carers were all doing just that, caring. Not sitting about, filling in paperwork and ignoring residents' needs or chatting to each other. The place is bustling with staff and the delicious food never stops coming out (from the huge kitchen) which suits Mum! She was welcomed by everyone and sat down with a nice cuppa and afternoon tea. The place is dated and being renovated, so don't judge it on aesthetics – if you look closely, everyone feels at home, so it actually feels just right for the residents. And the manager is super responsive to my questions and concerns.
11 June 2020
Woodside is an exceptional care home. Just before Christmas 2019, my mother was unwell and couldn’t stay at home. Management recognised our predicament and immediately allowed my mother to stay with them for respite care. All of the staff are amazing. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff and they have taken away the concerns and worries of looking after an elderly relative. Mum had always intended to return home with a private care support service but having spent time living at Woodside, Mum decided to stay on as a permanent resident. As a family, we are confident that Mum is being well looked after. She has plenty to eat and plenty of cups of tea. There are organised activities and always staff around to support the residents. Outside of the coronavirus lockdown, we are able to visit Mum at any time. I would definitely recommend Woodside to others looking for a care home.
11 February 2020
The level of care the staff give is superb, it gives me peace of mind to know that my Dad is being so well cared for. There are group and one to one activities ranging from puzzles to singers coming into the home to entertain everyone. My Dad's room is clean, comfortable and warm. Thank you all.
22 January 2020
Woodside has provided brilliant care for my mother, who has dementia. The staff are caring. and my Mum seems very happy. I visited several care homes before choosing Woodside, it has a very homely feel to it, and I am kept informed about how my mum is doing. Thank you all for the work you do.
10 January 2020
The home, communal area and Mum's room is kept clean and tidy. My Mum is well cared for and whenever I visit, she is well dressed. The staff are fantastic, nothing is ever too much trouble and the meals are well presented and plentiful. Should my Mum ever want a snack or drink throughout the day or night, it's never a problem.
Latest Reviews for Woodside Care Home
31 January 2025
Having visited many care homes before deciding on Woodside, I can safely say I made the right decision. The staff are all great and approachable and the manager always has time to speak to me about how my mother is doing. The home is clean and the food is well-presented and nutritious.
04 April 2024
My Mother moved to Woodside in September 2023 and quickly settled in. She has a lovely room, which is kept immaculate by housekeeping as are her clothes. The size of the home and small number of residents mean that no communal space ever seems crowded, residents can make use of the dining room, the large lounge, and the TV room, and there is always a quiet corner to be found. There are a variety of activities, from gluing and sticking, to choir concerts, seasonal parties, etc. which residents can benefit from and be involved in, with a patio area stocked with garden items and plants. My Mother had a few hospital stays and on her return, I could not fault the care and attention she received from staff. The whole team is very approachable and committed to providing their best at all times. My Mother has a marvelous relationship with all the staff. We count ourselves very lucky to have found Woodside, and indeed the marvelous team that work so hard each day.
27 March 2024
From the moment that Mum arrived, she was treated with the utmost care and respect. Her room was clean, warm, and welcoming. I love the fact that all residents are encouraged to go to the day room rather than be left alone in their room, though if wanted, they can. Mum has been encouraged to go to daytime activities, which she has done. The food is more than adequate and Mum enjoys everything that is cooked for her. The staff interacts with the residents, by sitting and chatting, cuddling them or just making them laugh. The main thing for me is that my Mum is happy and contented. Nobody wants to put their loved ones into a home, but if they are happy, it helps so much.
12 June 2023
I am very satisfied with the care my mother is receiving at Woodside Care Home. Woodside has recently had renovation work done to it which has really modernised the entire home. During my mother's time at Woodside I have found the staff to be polite and caring. The food is good with there being plenty of choice and the activity coordinator does a great job in engaging and entertaining the residents.
19 December 2022
My father has been in here since October, he settled in so quickly and it's not hard to see why. The building is beautiful, very clean, tidy and homely and the staff, every single one I've met, including the kitchen team, are just great! So friendly and kind! Nothing is too much trouble it seems. Today I had trouble with the snow when trying to collect Dad to take him out for lunch, unable to head out the staff invited me in instead. They happily sat me down for Sunday lunch which was really good, a big roast beef. I watched the staff treat each and every resident with care and kindness, way above and beyond what I would have expected all that time ago before Dad first moved in. I am so grateful to the whole team for the care and support they give my dad! Thank you from us all!
04 November 2022
My husband has been in Woodside Care Home since August. I am really pleased with the care he is getting The staff are always around and are happy. My husband has made friends and is happy there. Meals are very nice and plenty of them. Woodside is very clean and my husband has a lovely room. I am very pleased with the choice I made for him.
16 June 2022
An enormous thank you for all the hard work, love and care that you put into yesterday's Jubilee party. You made my husband very happy and my daughter and myself too. We are so fortunate to have found you all to take over when we couldn’t. One staff member, in particular, thank you for your funding efforts for entertainment. God bless you all.
21 April 2022
I feel very lucky to have chosen Woodside as I know my mother is in safe hands. I’m very happy with how the staff look after my mother, they are caring and carry out their job in a professional way. The food is good with homemade meals being made each day as well as drinks and snacks offered throughout the day and the care home is clean and warm.
14 March 2022
We recently took the tough decision to put Mum into a home as she needed constant care for her dementia and after only a few weeks of being there today I had my mum back. She was so happy and couldn’t give the staff enough compliments. They truly are unsung heroes who don’t get enough praise for what they do. My family are so grateful to you all and it’s nice and comforting to know that my mum's in safe hands. I'll remember to bring more cakes when I visit next weekend...you all deserve a treat once in a while!
11 February 2022
My mum is currently residing at Woodside and I’m very happy with the care she is getting. The staff are patient with her and give her the time and attention she requires. My mother tells me that the food is nice and Woodside accommodates her requests for drinks and snacks etc. and the home itself is clean and tidy.
24 January 2022
I have seen first-hand the level of care Woodside has given to my dad and can safely say the care he has received is good. The staff are polite and pleasant at all times, activities take place on a regular basis and the meals are excellent.
04 November 2021
My dad was only at Woodside Care Home briefly. The team of care workers were completely wonderful! He died in their car, and they could not have done any more. I sat with my dad; endless tea was offered, and they even fed me. The team were 100% fantastic, and I cannot recommend this place enough!
16 April 2021
The environment at Woodside is excellent. There are plenty of seating areas as well as lots of outdoor space for residents to go out into. My Dad's room is kept clean and tidy and nothing is ever too much trouble. The staff and management are very committed and have looked after my Dad exceptionally well. I can’t thank them enough.
05 March 2021
I speak to my mother on a daily basis and find her in good spirits, even during these difficult times. The staff are friendly and caring towards her and she is happy with her room and the care she receives. My mother has dementia and is encouraged to join in with the activities, which she enjoys and benefits from.
23 February 2021
My father has been at Woodside for a little over a year now and so far, the care he has received has been excellent. The staff are caring and nothing is too much trouble. There is plenty of food and drink and there is a variety of activities for him to do and take part in. They have done an excellent job, keeping my father safe during this pandemic which I am so grateful for.
24 August 2020
We moved Mum to Woodside in January 2020, from another local care home. I wasn't happy with the way Mum was being treated, so my main priority was a high standard of care and sense of dignity. Woodside has this in spades. From the start, I could tell it was a caring, homely environment where care is taken very seriously, from comfort and the floor pads which alert staff to residents getting out of bed, to medication. The carers were all doing just that, caring. Not sitting about, filling in paperwork and ignoring residents' needs or chatting to each other. The place is bustling with staff and the delicious food never stops coming out (from the huge kitchen) which suits Mum! She was welcomed by everyone and sat down with a nice cuppa and afternoon tea. The place is dated and being renovated, so don't judge it on aesthetics – if you look closely, everyone feels at home, so it actually feels just right for the residents. And the manager is super responsive to my questions and concerns.
11 June 2020
Woodside is an exceptional care home. Just before Christmas 2019, my mother was unwell and couldn’t stay at home. Management recognised our predicament and immediately allowed my mother to stay with them for respite care. All of the staff are amazing. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff and they have taken away the concerns and worries of looking after an elderly relative. Mum had always intended to return home with a private care support service but having spent time living at Woodside, Mum decided to stay on as a permanent resident. As a family, we are confident that Mum is being well looked after. She has plenty to eat and plenty of cups of tea. There are organised activities and always staff around to support the residents. Outside of the coronavirus lockdown, we are able to visit Mum at any time. I would definitely recommend Woodside to others looking for a care home.
11 February 2020
The level of care the staff give is superb, it gives me peace of mind to know that my Dad is being so well cared for. There are group and one to one activities ranging from puzzles to singers coming into the home to entertain everyone. My Dad's room is clean, comfortable and warm. Thank you all.
22 January 2020
Woodside has provided brilliant care for my mother, who has dementia. The staff are caring. and my Mum seems very happy. I visited several care homes before choosing Woodside, it has a very homely feel to it, and I am kept informed about how my mum is doing. Thank you all for the work you do.
10 January 2020
The home, communal area and Mum's room is kept clean and tidy. My Mum is well cared for and whenever I visit, she is well dressed. The staff are fantastic, nothing is ever too much trouble and the meals are well presented and plentiful. Should my Mum ever want a snack or drink throughout the day or night, it's never a problem.