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31 January 2025
Since my brother has been a resident he has been slowly introduced to the home staff and residents, from living a solitary life has had difficulty in adjusting. Now he seems much happier, is becoming more social and is putting on weight. He now has a more rewarding life with social interaction, good food and personal care.
09 January 2025
My Mum spent the final six weeks of her life at Leighton Forest. She was relieved to be out of hospital and have her own room and telly but what meant much more to her was the personal care she received. Everyone made an effort to get to know Mum, including which flavor of ice cream she liked. This is much more important than correctly following all procedures. For bed-bound residents the vital thing is how fast the call button is answered, this was great on the whole and Mum wasn't forgotten even when many other residents had also pressed theirs. The only thing I would improve is the food, a few times it was lukewarm when it got to Mum's room and a few times fish and gravy were on the same plate. My grandfather-in-law spent years in care homes, I know how bad they can be. Leighton Forest is the best I've ever experienced.
25 December 2024
A group of friends visited to celebrate an early Christmas with our friend who is a resident. We were all made most welcome and a communal room made available for a carol concert. The room was clean and welcoming. The whole environment in the building was warm, welcoming and clean and tidy. Without any smell. A great experience for everyone.
25 December 2024
A sizeable group of us visited our friend in the care home. We were made to feel very welcome by all the staff. The manager was so professional, she spoke to us all privately about how to speak and behave with our poorly friend who has Parkinson's. We found that to show genuine care and empathy for our friend. The whole environment was clean and well cared for.
30 October 2024
My father recently moved to Leighton Forest. I work in healthcare and have experience of working with a number of care homes. I am really happy with our experience at Leighton Forest. The staff are friendly and professional - they take the time to get to know both the resident and their family. The management team are present and responsive - they take on board feedback and it is clear that the resident's wellbeing is their top priority. The home itself is nice - good social space, it is clean and the woodland setting is lovely.
29 October 2024
My Mother was in Leighton Forest for D2A. She was treated with respect, dignity, and fabulous care from each member of staff from start to finish. The home was very well-staffed and very clean. She was included in activities and enjoyed them.
10 October 2024
Would like to say wow a big thank you for the care that Mum got today 7th October. Above and beyond are the words today. The family really appreciated what the manager did today. Mum couldn't have been in better hands. Thank you.
13 September 2024
My father came to Leighton Forest directly from hospital under assessment and for end-of-life care. He passed away after only three weeks but the care he and we, his family, received was outstanding. Although he wanted to be at home, he frequently told us how kind and helpful the staff were. During his last week of life, every (cleaners, carers, nurses, admin and management) showed so much care and support, sympathy and dignity. We cannot thank them enough.
05 September 2024
My wife had been in Hospital for 2 weeks and was unable to come home so we went unannounced as requested by the home. The Manager met us and spent an hour with us talking about the home and showing us the facilities. At the conclusion my two daughters and I decided we did not need to look further. My wife was admitted on 5th August and from the word go she was treated with care and compassion by all staff and there were several who went above and beyond.
04 September 2024
My mum was transferred to Leighton Forest from a dreadful care home. I only wished my mum had come here straight away from the hospital after a fall. The staff are lovely and caring and my mum loves it here. I truly believe that Leighton Forest will get my mum walking again. I am very happy with the care my mum is getting. Thank you.
30 July 2024
Following Dad being discharged from the hospital, Leighton Forest was suggested as the best place for his needs. Although he was only there for 3 weeks before he died, he was looked after with care and dignity. The staff were all lovely to Dad and the family.
25 July 2024
Very nice clean and modern care home with excellent and very friendly and helpful staff. My dad who was extremely against going there for a respite stay settled in very quickly and enjoyed his time there. Thanks to all the staff he is a lot better now and is able to return home.
23 July 2024
I was transferred from the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital to the Leighton Forest Care Home on 21st May suffering with Terminal Cancer. From the moment I arrived the service and care I have received has been exceptional. The Medical and Caring staff go out of their way to make life easier for me and nothing seems to be too much trouble. My room is very comfortable with all the facilities I need. Caring and Medical staff are available at the press of an alarm button with a prompt response time. Tea and Coffee is served throughout the day. There is a very good and varied choice of food. There is an extensive choice of activities throughout the day for those who wish to participate. Hairdressing is also available once a week. A very professional, caring and pro-active manager leading by example. I would have no hesitation in recommending Leighton Forest.
09 July 2024
My husband was a resident of Leighton Forest for 2 months. During his stay, he received truly excellent care. He was quite a challenge at times but the staff treated him with such tender kindness and patience. No one could have looked after him better. I do not hesitate to recommend Leighton Forest to others searching for excellent care for their loved ones, especially those nearing the end of their lives.
01 May 2024
Beautifully furnished and decorated care home with lovely caring staff. The manager is very pro-active and nothing is too much trouble for her. There were a couple of minor issues with the food as Mum is vegetarian and the food choice was repetitive but this was mainly down to my mum being particularly fussy! Mum loved her stay at Leighton Forest and will definitely return for respite care. Thank you to everyone involved in Mum's care.
16 April 2024
Mother fought tooth and nail not to go into a care home. Truth is she hasn’t been this happy for a long time. She is more herself now than she has been in years. The staff are lovely, professional and very supportive. I couldn’t be more relieved and hopeful for a brighter future for Mother and us. I would recommend Leighton Forest as the right place for your loved one, should the time come.
28 March 2024
I would like to thank all the managers and staff at the home, for the wonderful work they do for my mother and letting us a family get together for her 101st birthday party, I couldn't have wished for a better day. Thank you.
25 March 2024
I am completely satisfied with the service my Mum gets, the staff are helpful, not only do they support my Mum but at difficult times they support me. I could thoroughly recommend the home. Since Pressbeau have taken over, the change is like going from a one star to a five star hotel, the refurbishments are lovely and there is a very homely feel within the whole place.
22 March 2024
Our loved one has been at Leighton Forest for 4 weeks now, in this time the care has been excellent, and he has settled in very well. The home is very well equipped to deal with our loved one's needs. There are also nurses on duty 24/7 which is very comforting. The manager and all the staff are extremely kind and caring, they have listened to us as a family, understanding our loved one and all his ways. Good care being their priority, this has helped 100% during his transition into Leighton Forest and we would like to thank you all for this, he is very happy and joins in with all the many activities. Lots of new social spaces for residents and families to enjoy. Too many things to mention them all. Leighton Forest has undergone a huge refurbishment, what a mammoth task. A very caring and homely environment has been created, as a family we could not ask for more, thank you to the manager and all your staff.
Latest Reviews for Leighton Forest
31 January 2025
Since my brother has been a resident he has been slowly introduced to the home staff and residents, from living a solitary life has had difficulty in adjusting. Now he seems much happier, is becoming more social and is putting on weight. He now has a more rewarding life with social interaction, good food and personal care.
09 January 2025
My Mum spent the final six weeks of her life at Leighton Forest. She was relieved to be out of hospital and have her own room and telly but what meant much more to her was the personal care she received. Everyone made an effort to get to know Mum, including which flavor of ice cream she liked. This is much more important than correctly following all procedures. For bed-bound residents the vital thing is how fast the call button is answered, this was great on the whole and Mum wasn't forgotten even when many other residents had also pressed theirs. The only thing I would improve is the food, a few times it was lukewarm when it got to Mum's room and a few times fish and gravy were on the same plate. My grandfather-in-law spent years in care homes, I know how bad they can be. Leighton Forest is the best I've ever experienced.
25 December 2024
A group of friends visited to celebrate an early Christmas with our friend who is a resident. We were all made most welcome and a communal room made available for a carol concert. The room was clean and welcoming. The whole environment in the building was warm, welcoming and clean and tidy. Without any smell. A great experience for everyone.
25 December 2024
A sizeable group of us visited our friend in the care home. We were made to feel very welcome by all the staff. The manager was so professional, she spoke to us all privately about how to speak and behave with our poorly friend who has Parkinson's. We found that to show genuine care and empathy for our friend. The whole environment was clean and well cared for.
30 October 2024
My father recently moved to Leighton Forest. I work in healthcare and have experience of working with a number of care homes. I am really happy with our experience at Leighton Forest. The staff are friendly and professional - they take the time to get to know both the resident and their family. The management team are present and responsive - they take on board feedback and it is clear that the resident's wellbeing is their top priority. The home itself is nice - good social space, it is clean and the woodland setting is lovely.
29 October 2024
My Mother was in Leighton Forest for D2A. She was treated with respect, dignity, and fabulous care from each member of staff from start to finish. The home was very well-staffed and very clean. She was included in activities and enjoyed them.
10 October 2024
Would like to say wow a big thank you for the care that Mum got today 7th October. Above and beyond are the words today. The family really appreciated what the manager did today. Mum couldn't have been in better hands. Thank you.
13 September 2024
My father came to Leighton Forest directly from hospital under assessment and for end-of-life care. He passed away after only three weeks but the care he and we, his family, received was outstanding. Although he wanted to be at home, he frequently told us how kind and helpful the staff were. During his last week of life, every (cleaners, carers, nurses, admin and management) showed so much care and support, sympathy and dignity. We cannot thank them enough.
05 September 2024
My wife had been in Hospital for 2 weeks and was unable to come home so we went unannounced as requested by the home. The Manager met us and spent an hour with us talking about the home and showing us the facilities. At the conclusion my two daughters and I decided we did not need to look further. My wife was admitted on 5th August and from the word go she was treated with care and compassion by all staff and there were several who went above and beyond.
04 September 2024
My mum was transferred to Leighton Forest from a dreadful care home. I only wished my mum had come here straight away from the hospital after a fall. The staff are lovely and caring and my mum loves it here. I truly believe that Leighton Forest will get my mum walking again. I am very happy with the care my mum is getting. Thank you.
30 July 2024
Following Dad being discharged from the hospital, Leighton Forest was suggested as the best place for his needs. Although he was only there for 3 weeks before he died, he was looked after with care and dignity. The staff were all lovely to Dad and the family.
25 July 2024
Very nice clean and modern care home with excellent and very friendly and helpful staff. My dad who was extremely against going there for a respite stay settled in very quickly and enjoyed his time there. Thanks to all the staff he is a lot better now and is able to return home.
23 July 2024
I was transferred from the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital to the Leighton Forest Care Home on 21st May suffering with Terminal Cancer. From the moment I arrived the service and care I have received has been exceptional. The Medical and Caring staff go out of their way to make life easier for me and nothing seems to be too much trouble. My room is very comfortable with all the facilities I need. Caring and Medical staff are available at the press of an alarm button with a prompt response time. Tea and Coffee is served throughout the day. There is a very good and varied choice of food. There is an extensive choice of activities throughout the day for those who wish to participate. Hairdressing is also available once a week. A very professional, caring and pro-active manager leading by example. I would have no hesitation in recommending Leighton Forest.
09 July 2024
My husband was a resident of Leighton Forest for 2 months. During his stay, he received truly excellent care. He was quite a challenge at times but the staff treated him with such tender kindness and patience. No one could have looked after him better. I do not hesitate to recommend Leighton Forest to others searching for excellent care for their loved ones, especially those nearing the end of their lives.
01 May 2024
Beautifully furnished and decorated care home with lovely caring staff. The manager is very pro-active and nothing is too much trouble for her. There were a couple of minor issues with the food as Mum is vegetarian and the food choice was repetitive but this was mainly down to my mum being particularly fussy! Mum loved her stay at Leighton Forest and will definitely return for respite care. Thank you to everyone involved in Mum's care.
16 April 2024
Mother fought tooth and nail not to go into a care home. Truth is she hasn’t been this happy for a long time. She is more herself now than she has been in years. The staff are lovely, professional and very supportive. I couldn’t be more relieved and hopeful for a brighter future for Mother and us. I would recommend Leighton Forest as the right place for your loved one, should the time come.
28 March 2024
I would like to thank all the managers and staff at the home, for the wonderful work they do for my mother and letting us a family get together for her 101st birthday party, I couldn't have wished for a better day. Thank you.
25 March 2024
I am completely satisfied with the service my Mum gets, the staff are helpful, not only do they support my Mum but at difficult times they support me. I could thoroughly recommend the home. Since Pressbeau have taken over, the change is like going from a one star to a five star hotel, the refurbishments are lovely and there is a very homely feel within the whole place.
22 March 2024
Our loved one has been at Leighton Forest for 4 weeks now, in this time the care has been excellent, and he has settled in very well. The home is very well equipped to deal with our loved one's needs. There are also nurses on duty 24/7 which is very comforting. The manager and all the staff are extremely kind and caring, they have listened to us as a family, understanding our loved one and all his ways. Good care being their priority, this has helped 100% during his transition into Leighton Forest and we would like to thank you all for this, he is very happy and joins in with all the many activities. Lots of new social spaces for residents and families to enjoy. Too many things to mention them all. Leighton Forest has undergone a huge refurbishment, what a mammoth task. A very caring and homely environment has been created, as a family we could not ask for more, thank you to the manager and all your staff.