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29 Station Road, Ruskington, Sleaford, NG34 9DE
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15 January 2024
I found the staff charming, caring and efficient. My father is treated with respect and dignity. The accommodation is clean and comfortable - a home from home. I'd like to thank all the staff for the care and support they are offering my father.
20 December 2023
I have visited the home on several occasions and have become familiar with the staff. They are a friendly and honest team who interact well with the residents and guests at the home. The home provides a variety of great activities and it’s nice to see the children visit from the primary school. The people seem genuinely happy.
02 November 2023
I visit every other week with 'Bentley' (Pets As Therapy dog). The home is always welcoming, warm and friendly. The lunches always smell delicious. They keep everyone motivated enjoying music and activity.
23 October 2023
The staff are wonderful, caring individuals, they treat everyone, service users and relatives with respect. The meals are all home-cooked and look delicious. The rooms are kept beautifully clean and you can add your own belongings to make it homely and personal. Everyone can join in games if they wish, go for trips out, have a walk around the village, do a bit of gardening, sit and read, there is also musical entertainment on a regular basis, petting animals visit. The home has a lovely friendly atmosphere.
20 October 2023
I have found my husband very happy and well looked after. Enjoys the food and entertainment.
16 February 2023
My auntie took a fall and cracked her rib, the hospital said she couldn't go home and needed to be in respite care until she was back on her feet. We were very fortunate that the Chestnuts Retirement Home had a room vacant as their reputation in our village of Ruskington precedes them. My auntie is a very private and independent lady so I knew it was going to be difficult for her to let people help her but she was treated with the utmost care, respect, patience and dignity. All the staff really do care about the residents, they are all very friendly, helpful and fun, nothing was ever too much trouble. There were various activities going on and entertainment for the residents and everyone was encouraged to join in. The food was fantastic, lots of homemade favourites which my auntie enjoyed! The atmosphere is a warm, relaxed and friendly one where residents are treated as individuals, it is definitely a "home from home", like one big family and the care given is excellent! A fantastic place!
24 November 2022
Unfortunately, my mum only had three nights in Chestnuts Retirement Home, however, I cannot praise the manager and her team highly enough. From the first visit, the moving-in day, the compassionate care, homely feel and excellent food, to the task of notifying us of her death - they were all outstanding! We just wish she had loved longer to enjoy being looked after.
15 November 2022
The Chestnuts Retirement Home has a warm and welcoming atmosphere, clean and warm with a homely feel. Exceptionally well managed, all staff have made every effort to make my mum feel safe and secure. They are kind, polite and caring. Residents are encouraged to take an active part in decision-making activity choices, food preferences and colour choices when communal areas need repainting. Anybody living here will feel included and respected, their voice matters and that is a joy to see.
05 October 2022
This is a brilliant home. It's a small family-run home. It's small and just like a family. The care is second to none. I am incredibly impressed. I have been kept up to date with anything that happens. There is a great atmosphere. Food is homecooked and nothing is too much trouble. If someone isn't well they will do the food the client wants. I am more than happy with everything. The staff are caring and friendly and would thoroughly recommend.
30 September 2022
Very good, excellent staff.
06 September 2022
Mum settled well into the home. Staff are very caring and supportive to her, they are friendly and helpful towards family. Food is excellent, lots of different activities for all residents and the home manager is always looking at doing different activities/events. Communication has improved greatly to inform us of different things.
27 July 2022
My auntie had lost some mobility and was becoming a bit lonely at times despite the family's efforts to keep her involved. This is until she got into the Chestnuts Retirement Home. At Chestnuts she made new friends. She always ate well, always bragging about her meals! When I think back, one of the best things about the place was that it didn't feel like a normal, stereotypical care home, it felt like a bunch of lovely friends living together. The staff are really nice. The owner and her family spend a fair bit of time there and simply breathe life into the place. There is always stuff going on. Always arts and crafts, celebrations, fun and games. I'd go as far as saying I can't wait until I'm old enough to move in!
22 July 2022
Mum has recently joined this lovely, small home and is looked after very well. It's like a second family! Very homely with the gorgeous smell of home cooking every day. Well-balanced meals/fresh vegetables. Staff/carers are all kind, considerate, cheerful and understanding. Management involves residents in decisions on their surroundings - decor, garden plants and activities. Residents are encouraged to join in various activities - music, crafts, games and gentle exercise. They enjoy each other's company. Local school children visit and friendly dogs can too! I thank everyone for the excellent care they give and recommend this lovely, small, well-run family home. Thank you.
06 July 2022
Mum was originally admitted for respite care due to several falls at her own home. The staff warmly welcomed her to the home as it is located in the same village and went through admission questions accompanied by myself and my sister. It turned out that she was suffering from increasing dementia and she is now a resident. She has good days and bad days but whenever we visited the staff were very helpful and informative. She did have a fall during the night one time which resulted in hospitalisation for her injuries but was welcomed back with open arms by the staff on discharge. We were really worried about her when we first saw her but after one week she was better than we had seen her since first admission. I have nothing but praise for the staff who always pay attention to Mum's needs and wishes. Mum loves the food which I gather is locally sourced and freshly prepared. Daily activities keep the residents happy. The manager is always open to suggestions for improvements.
12 June 2022
A close family friend lives here. What a lovely place it is. It's a real family home. The staff are very welcoming and extremely attentive. It has a real cosy, comfortable atmosphere. Absolutely recommend this place as the perfect retirement home.
27 September 2021
Good service, room good, staff friendly. The whole place is well run. Very good all-round. Clean and tidy.
09 March 2020
I have been treated with care and kindness by everyone. No complaints.
21 January 2020
Have just spent around 6 weeks in here after being unable to return home after breaking my leg and shattering my knee cap. I cannot stress enough about the excellent care I received. Nothing was too much trouble and all staff were friendly, helpful and kind. I was there over the Xmas period and they made a real effort to make it a special time. The food although good home cooking was except, and well cooked. A huge thank you to all staff.
02 August 2019
My dad moved into the Chestnuts at Ruskington on Saturday 13 July, the home and staff are fabulous. My dad is getting all the care he needs, he has really settled, it's like a little family. I love it and do not want my dad to move. Can't thank the management and staff enough.
Latest Reviews for Chestnuts Retirement Home
15 January 2024
I found the staff charming, caring and efficient. My father is treated with respect and dignity. The accommodation is clean and comfortable - a home from home. I'd like to thank all the staff for the care and support they are offering my father.
20 December 2023
I have visited the home on several occasions and have become familiar with the staff. They are a friendly and honest team who interact well with the residents and guests at the home. The home provides a variety of great activities and it’s nice to see the children visit from the primary school. The people seem genuinely happy.
02 November 2023
I visit every other week with 'Bentley' (Pets As Therapy dog). The home is always welcoming, warm and friendly. The lunches always smell delicious. They keep everyone motivated enjoying music and activity.
23 October 2023
The staff are wonderful, caring individuals, they treat everyone, service users and relatives with respect. The meals are all home-cooked and look delicious. The rooms are kept beautifully clean and you can add your own belongings to make it homely and personal. Everyone can join in games if they wish, go for trips out, have a walk around the village, do a bit of gardening, sit and read, there is also musical entertainment on a regular basis, petting animals visit. The home has a lovely friendly atmosphere.
20 October 2023
I have found my husband very happy and well looked after. Enjoys the food and entertainment.
16 February 2023
My auntie took a fall and cracked her rib, the hospital said she couldn't go home and needed to be in respite care until she was back on her feet. We were very fortunate that the Chestnuts Retirement Home had a room vacant as their reputation in our village of Ruskington precedes them. My auntie is a very private and independent lady so I knew it was going to be difficult for her to let people help her but she was treated with the utmost care, respect, patience and dignity. All the staff really do care about the residents, they are all very friendly, helpful and fun, nothing was ever too much trouble. There were various activities going on and entertainment for the residents and everyone was encouraged to join in. The food was fantastic, lots of homemade favourites which my auntie enjoyed! The atmosphere is a warm, relaxed and friendly one where residents are treated as individuals, it is definitely a "home from home", like one big family and the care given is excellent! A fantastic place!
24 November 2022
Unfortunately, my mum only had three nights in Chestnuts Retirement Home, however, I cannot praise the manager and her team highly enough. From the first visit, the moving-in day, the compassionate care, homely feel and excellent food, to the task of notifying us of her death - they were all outstanding! We just wish she had loved longer to enjoy being looked after.
15 November 2022
The Chestnuts Retirement Home has a warm and welcoming atmosphere, clean and warm with a homely feel. Exceptionally well managed, all staff have made every effort to make my mum feel safe and secure. They are kind, polite and caring. Residents are encouraged to take an active part in decision-making activity choices, food preferences and colour choices when communal areas need repainting. Anybody living here will feel included and respected, their voice matters and that is a joy to see.
05 October 2022
This is a brilliant home. It's a small family-run home. It's small and just like a family. The care is second to none. I am incredibly impressed. I have been kept up to date with anything that happens. There is a great atmosphere. Food is homecooked and nothing is too much trouble. If someone isn't well they will do the food the client wants. I am more than happy with everything. The staff are caring and friendly and would thoroughly recommend.
30 September 2022
Very good, excellent staff.
06 September 2022
Mum settled well into the home. Staff are very caring and supportive to her, they are friendly and helpful towards family. Food is excellent, lots of different activities for all residents and the home manager is always looking at doing different activities/events. Communication has improved greatly to inform us of different things.
27 July 2022
My auntie had lost some mobility and was becoming a bit lonely at times despite the family's efforts to keep her involved. This is until she got into the Chestnuts Retirement Home. At Chestnuts she made new friends. She always ate well, always bragging about her meals! When I think back, one of the best things about the place was that it didn't feel like a normal, stereotypical care home, it felt like a bunch of lovely friends living together. The staff are really nice. The owner and her family spend a fair bit of time there and simply breathe life into the place. There is always stuff going on. Always arts and crafts, celebrations, fun and games. I'd go as far as saying I can't wait until I'm old enough to move in!
22 July 2022
Mum has recently joined this lovely, small home and is looked after very well. It's like a second family! Very homely with the gorgeous smell of home cooking every day. Well-balanced meals/fresh vegetables. Staff/carers are all kind, considerate, cheerful and understanding. Management involves residents in decisions on their surroundings - decor, garden plants and activities. Residents are encouraged to join in various activities - music, crafts, games and gentle exercise. They enjoy each other's company. Local school children visit and friendly dogs can too! I thank everyone for the excellent care they give and recommend this lovely, small, well-run family home. Thank you.
06 July 2022
Mum was originally admitted for respite care due to several falls at her own home. The staff warmly welcomed her to the home as it is located in the same village and went through admission questions accompanied by myself and my sister. It turned out that she was suffering from increasing dementia and she is now a resident. She has good days and bad days but whenever we visited the staff were very helpful and informative. She did have a fall during the night one time which resulted in hospitalisation for her injuries but was welcomed back with open arms by the staff on discharge. We were really worried about her when we first saw her but after one week she was better than we had seen her since first admission. I have nothing but praise for the staff who always pay attention to Mum's needs and wishes. Mum loves the food which I gather is locally sourced and freshly prepared. Daily activities keep the residents happy. The manager is always open to suggestions for improvements.
12 June 2022
A close family friend lives here. What a lovely place it is. It's a real family home. The staff are very welcoming and extremely attentive. It has a real cosy, comfortable atmosphere. Absolutely recommend this place as the perfect retirement home.
27 September 2021
Good service, room good, staff friendly. The whole place is well run. Very good all-round. Clean and tidy.
09 March 2020
I have been treated with care and kindness by everyone. No complaints.
21 January 2020
Have just spent around 6 weeks in here after being unable to return home after breaking my leg and shattering my knee cap. I cannot stress enough about the excellent care I received. Nothing was too much trouble and all staff were friendly, helpful and kind. I was there over the Xmas period and they made a real effort to make it a special time. The food although good home cooking was except, and well cooked. A huge thank you to all staff.
02 August 2019
My dad moved into the Chestnuts at Ruskington on Saturday 13 July, the home and staff are fabulous. My dad is getting all the care he needs, he has really settled, it's like a little family. I love it and do not want my dad to move. Can't thank the management and staff enough.