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59a Henley Road, Ipswich, IP1 3SN
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02 September 2024
A Victorian villa which has been constantly maintained and sensitively extended, Bethesda Eventide Homes offers a caring, friendly environment based on the Christian ethos of Baptist church which founded it but welcoming to all. Adjacent to lovely park, the food is of hotel standard - plentiful and delicious! Activities and themes festivity days are stimulating, fun and lively, designed to occupy and entertain residents and improve their health. The medical needs of residents are sensitively and scrupulously.
29 July 2024
Our mum, who is an ex-nurse, was not keen to go to a residential home but ultimately there was no other option. She has been a resident for over a year now and is very, very happy. She only ever has positive things to say about all aspects of her care and my brother and I agree. When I think about Bethesda Eventide Homes, I think about happy faces of both staff and residents and care given respectfully, sensitively, willingly and happily. Thank you Bethesda.
27 June 2024
A fantastic care home, it's small and very friendly, no agency staff so the residents and families know the staff well. It is very much a home-from-home for the residents with fantastic care, great variety of activities and super food. Just a brilliant home.
09 May 2024
Bethesda Eventide Homes is a warm, friendly, welcoming home. All the staff are smiley, approachable and so very attentive and helpful. We are always greeted by everyone (be they management, carer, laundry or restaurant staff) with a smile and cheerfulness. We are always contacted regarding any concerns they may have with our mum. There are always activities to participate in as well as Christian input if required. A lovely, warm, happy place which we are so grateful for.
09 May 2024
Bethesda Eventide Homes is a very warm, caring, friendly home. Everything possible is done to make the residents feel happy and comfortable. Good food and lots of activities. Good upkeep of decor, facilities and grounds.
08 May 2024
I’m very impressed with the staff at the home, they are always very friendly and helpful. My mum is very happy staying there!
12 April 2024
My mother has been very lucky to be a resident at Bethesda for the last 4 years. She has been very happy there. What makes Bethesda special is the caring attitude of the whole team led by the manager. They go the extra mile to make sure my mother is comfortable and enjoys life. The meals and the entertainment are first class and there is a wonderful family atmosphere. Everyone makes time to chat to residents. They also support the residents' families and we feel part of the home. Only problem is it is an old building and some of the rooms are a bit small.
28 July 2023
Prior to my aunt entering the home, we visited various local homes and Bethesda Eventide stood out a mile above all the others. Yes, it may not be a modern building, but this is more than outweighed by the warmth and atmosphere as soon as you enter. All the staff are very friendly and welcoming. They go out of their way to help in any way they can plus they treat all the residents with great respect and friendliness. My aunt always has more than enough to eat and the menu is varied to suit all tastes. She often says that she couldn't eat all her food. The daily activities are good plus there is no pressure to join in if you don't want to. I really like the idea that they promote that residents don't have a room, it is a home! What an excellent idea! So all in all, an excellent home and my aunt does not regret at all moving in. She just wishes she had done it sooner!
11 July 2023
Generally a well-run home. Mum is always well cared for and is always washed and dressed when I visit. Food is OK, sometimes portions could be larger seems to be a general opinion old people don't eat much? The staff I have had contact with are all friendly and helpful.
24 January 2023
I have been involved with Bethesda Eventide Homes for a number of years, previously as a trustee, for the last 4 years as a relative and for the last year as a volunteer too. I sometimes have the privilege of leading a Bible Study in the Homes. The Christian ethos is important and the management and staff work hard to ensure that those wishing to attend such events are assisted as necessary. It is always a pleasure to attend the Homes whether it is just to visit or in a voluntary capacity assisting the activities co-ordinator. The atmosphere is one of family and belonging where support is given to an individual as their needs require. My mum is well cared for and loved by those who care for her. A variety of activities are available to all,(including any who are visiting too). The management are dedicated to providing the best for the residents and their passion for the job is shared by the staff whatever their role, contributing to the warm atmosphere felt when visiting.
12 January 2023
I have been a volunteer at Bethesda Eventide Home for 5 1/2 years. My experience has rarely been negative. This home has a sense of family and community, everyone feels that they belong. This is a Christian home, which is evident by the real feeling of peace, acceptance and respect throughout the household. The managers and staff are passionate about their role in this home. The activities provided throughout the year never fail to engage and amuse the residents and their families. This is a fun place to be for sure, where life is treasured to the last and memories are relived and talked about with respect and great interest.
09 January 2023
I have visited the home on several occasions since the home opened after lockdown. I have supported the activity coordinator who provides many varied things for the visitors to participate in if desired. I have observed the staff working with the residents. They appear well-trained and are always courteous towards visitors and the residents. I also helped out in the kitchen as the cook was unwell and it was difficult to find a replacement at short notice. I worked with two members of staff who worked extremely hard to ensure the meal was served on time and that nutritional need was met. Both members of staff were well versed in the needs of the residents and ensured that the residents received food that was tasty and looked appetising as well as meeting appropriate nutritional needs. All the home staff are very friendly and always provide a happy atmosphere where residents can reach their potential and live in comfort.
27 June 2022
Living in Australia, we can relax knowing that our family member is being well cared for in Bethesda care facilities. The staff can't be recommended highly enough for their professional service mixed with a pleasant manner. Bravo to all.
09 June 2022
The team at Bethesda Eventide are friendly and caring and has a good relationship with my father, who has been a resident for more than 5-years. They have got to know his ways and routine, and it is lovely to see the interaction they enjoy. His home is of a good size, comfortable and warm, and he spends most of his time in there, although there is a range of activities he could join in with. The food is varied, and Dad always enjoys it. It is reassuring for us that Dad is well cared for and happy.
30 May 2022
Wonderful care for my grandmother. Lots of activities for her and excellent care. A caring and safe environment. The staff are all respectful of each individual and the management team are always keen to include the families in the resident’s activities.
08 April 2022
Following a short break at Bethesda from her rented Suffolk independent supported accommodation, my mother chose to stay. She immediately found a place that was personable and caring. Wholly focused on the mental and physical health of the residents. As an independent provider of aged care, it has proven to be an all welcoming environment, strongly focused on those living there. A focus on seeking external sources of engagement through music, culture, and society realises a weekly program of interesting activities for all of the residents. Harbouring deep reservations about my mother entering residential care I undertook much research prior to identifying Bethesda in Ipswich. Subsequently, the management and care support team have realised for us, as a family, a professional yet invested commitment to my mother which is wonderful and humbling, Bethesda people give a home that is both loving and professional,l ensuring a safe and enabling environment.
08 April 2022
Bethesda is a happy and welcoming home. Mum is well cared for and treated with respect. A reassurance to know during covid times. Every day there are engaging activities to get involved with if you want to. We really appreciate the family activities which are well organised and are great opportunities to be with your loved one to have some fun and laughter in a homely atmosphere. The firework display in November with hot dogs was very good. Mum really enjoys the home-cooked food. There is always a good choice and a cup of tea is provided throughout the day. A nice touch when you visit to make it feel more like home.
08 April 2022
We are very pleased with Bethesda Eventide Homes. They look after my elderly aunt so well, the service is very good and exceptionally clean home. The staff are always lovely and accommodating. We`re so grateful.
07 March 2022
My mother loves it here. She is so well looked after by all of the staff. She enjoys the food, activities, themed says, friendly atmosphere and the high level of individual attention and care. The staff communicate with relatives through phone calls, emails, newsletters, zoom meetings and we are invited to join in the activities and special events any time we can. I am always made to feel welcome and listened to. It really is a special place and I'm so glad we found it!
28 October 2021
Dad is well cared for in the home. As his health has deteriorated over the last 12-months, the care and support have increased. The staff are always very welcoming when visiting him, and nothing seems to be too much trouble. What impresses me the most, when you phone, the staff always know how he is and where he is without having to look up any notes. I have friends in the healthcare profession, and when I tell them that Dad is in Bethesda Eventide, they only have good things to say about the home. I would strongly recommend this home
Latest Reviews for Bethesda Eventide Homes
02 September 2024
A Victorian villa which has been constantly maintained and sensitively extended, Bethesda Eventide Homes offers a caring, friendly environment based on the Christian ethos of Baptist church which founded it but welcoming to all. Adjacent to lovely park, the food is of hotel standard - plentiful and delicious! Activities and themes festivity days are stimulating, fun and lively, designed to occupy and entertain residents and improve their health. The medical needs of residents are sensitively and scrupulously.
29 July 2024
Our mum, who is an ex-nurse, was not keen to go to a residential home but ultimately there was no other option. She has been a resident for over a year now and is very, very happy. She only ever has positive things to say about all aspects of her care and my brother and I agree. When I think about Bethesda Eventide Homes, I think about happy faces of both staff and residents and care given respectfully, sensitively, willingly and happily. Thank you Bethesda.
27 June 2024
A fantastic care home, it's small and very friendly, no agency staff so the residents and families know the staff well. It is very much a home-from-home for the residents with fantastic care, great variety of activities and super food. Just a brilliant home.
09 May 2024
Bethesda Eventide Homes is a warm, friendly, welcoming home. All the staff are smiley, approachable and so very attentive and helpful. We are always greeted by everyone (be they management, carer, laundry or restaurant staff) with a smile and cheerfulness. We are always contacted regarding any concerns they may have with our mum. There are always activities to participate in as well as Christian input if required. A lovely, warm, happy place which we are so grateful for.
09 May 2024
Bethesda Eventide Homes is a very warm, caring, friendly home. Everything possible is done to make the residents feel happy and comfortable. Good food and lots of activities. Good upkeep of decor, facilities and grounds.
08 May 2024
I’m very impressed with the staff at the home, they are always very friendly and helpful. My mum is very happy staying there!
12 April 2024
My mother has been very lucky to be a resident at Bethesda for the last 4 years. She has been very happy there. What makes Bethesda special is the caring attitude of the whole team led by the manager. They go the extra mile to make sure my mother is comfortable and enjoys life. The meals and the entertainment are first class and there is a wonderful family atmosphere. Everyone makes time to chat to residents. They also support the residents' families and we feel part of the home. Only problem is it is an old building and some of the rooms are a bit small.
28 July 2023
Prior to my aunt entering the home, we visited various local homes and Bethesda Eventide stood out a mile above all the others. Yes, it may not be a modern building, but this is more than outweighed by the warmth and atmosphere as soon as you enter. All the staff are very friendly and welcoming. They go out of their way to help in any way they can plus they treat all the residents with great respect and friendliness. My aunt always has more than enough to eat and the menu is varied to suit all tastes. She often says that she couldn't eat all her food. The daily activities are good plus there is no pressure to join in if you don't want to. I really like the idea that they promote that residents don't have a room, it is a home! What an excellent idea! So all in all, an excellent home and my aunt does not regret at all moving in. She just wishes she had done it sooner!
11 July 2023
Generally a well-run home. Mum is always well cared for and is always washed and dressed when I visit. Food is OK, sometimes portions could be larger seems to be a general opinion old people don't eat much? The staff I have had contact with are all friendly and helpful.
24 January 2023
I have been involved with Bethesda Eventide Homes for a number of years, previously as a trustee, for the last 4 years as a relative and for the last year as a volunteer too. I sometimes have the privilege of leading a Bible Study in the Homes. The Christian ethos is important and the management and staff work hard to ensure that those wishing to attend such events are assisted as necessary. It is always a pleasure to attend the Homes whether it is just to visit or in a voluntary capacity assisting the activities co-ordinator. The atmosphere is one of family and belonging where support is given to an individual as their needs require. My mum is well cared for and loved by those who care for her. A variety of activities are available to all,(including any who are visiting too). The management are dedicated to providing the best for the residents and their passion for the job is shared by the staff whatever their role, contributing to the warm atmosphere felt when visiting.
12 January 2023
I have been a volunteer at Bethesda Eventide Home for 5 1/2 years. My experience has rarely been negative. This home has a sense of family and community, everyone feels that they belong. This is a Christian home, which is evident by the real feeling of peace, acceptance and respect throughout the household. The managers and staff are passionate about their role in this home. The activities provided throughout the year never fail to engage and amuse the residents and their families. This is a fun place to be for sure, where life is treasured to the last and memories are relived and talked about with respect and great interest.
09 January 2023
I have visited the home on several occasions since the home opened after lockdown. I have supported the activity coordinator who provides many varied things for the visitors to participate in if desired. I have observed the staff working with the residents. They appear well-trained and are always courteous towards visitors and the residents. I also helped out in the kitchen as the cook was unwell and it was difficult to find a replacement at short notice. I worked with two members of staff who worked extremely hard to ensure the meal was served on time and that nutritional need was met. Both members of staff were well versed in the needs of the residents and ensured that the residents received food that was tasty and looked appetising as well as meeting appropriate nutritional needs. All the home staff are very friendly and always provide a happy atmosphere where residents can reach their potential and live in comfort.
27 June 2022
Living in Australia, we can relax knowing that our family member is being well cared for in Bethesda care facilities. The staff can't be recommended highly enough for their professional service mixed with a pleasant manner. Bravo to all.
09 June 2022
The team at Bethesda Eventide are friendly and caring and has a good relationship with my father, who has been a resident for more than 5-years. They have got to know his ways and routine, and it is lovely to see the interaction they enjoy. His home is of a good size, comfortable and warm, and he spends most of his time in there, although there is a range of activities he could join in with. The food is varied, and Dad always enjoys it. It is reassuring for us that Dad is well cared for and happy.
30 May 2022
Wonderful care for my grandmother. Lots of activities for her and excellent care. A caring and safe environment. The staff are all respectful of each individual and the management team are always keen to include the families in the resident’s activities.
08 April 2022
Following a short break at Bethesda from her rented Suffolk independent supported accommodation, my mother chose to stay. She immediately found a place that was personable and caring. Wholly focused on the mental and physical health of the residents. As an independent provider of aged care, it has proven to be an all welcoming environment, strongly focused on those living there. A focus on seeking external sources of engagement through music, culture, and society realises a weekly program of interesting activities for all of the residents. Harbouring deep reservations about my mother entering residential care I undertook much research prior to identifying Bethesda in Ipswich. Subsequently, the management and care support team have realised for us, as a family, a professional yet invested commitment to my mother which is wonderful and humbling, Bethesda people give a home that is both loving and professional,l ensuring a safe and enabling environment.
08 April 2022
Bethesda is a happy and welcoming home. Mum is well cared for and treated with respect. A reassurance to know during covid times. Every day there are engaging activities to get involved with if you want to. We really appreciate the family activities which are well organised and are great opportunities to be with your loved one to have some fun and laughter in a homely atmosphere. The firework display in November with hot dogs was very good. Mum really enjoys the home-cooked food. There is always a good choice and a cup of tea is provided throughout the day. A nice touch when you visit to make it feel more like home.
08 April 2022
We are very pleased with Bethesda Eventide Homes. They look after my elderly aunt so well, the service is very good and exceptionally clean home. The staff are always lovely and accommodating. We`re so grateful.
07 March 2022
My mother loves it here. She is so well looked after by all of the staff. She enjoys the food, activities, themed says, friendly atmosphere and the high level of individual attention and care. The staff communicate with relatives through phone calls, emails, newsletters, zoom meetings and we are invited to join in the activities and special events any time we can. I am always made to feel welcome and listened to. It really is a special place and I'm so glad we found it!
28 October 2021
Dad is well cared for in the home. As his health has deteriorated over the last 12-months, the care and support have increased. The staff are always very welcoming when visiting him, and nothing seems to be too much trouble. What impresses me the most, when you phone, the staff always know how he is and where he is without having to look up any notes. I have friends in the healthcare profession, and when I tell them that Dad is in Bethesda Eventide, they only have good things to say about the home. I would strongly recommend this home