Reviews for Bloomfield Care Centre

"We were extremely fortunate to be able to see my mother happily settled at the Bloomfield Care Home. She is treated with the utmost respect and care and there is nothing that the staff won't do for her. She is 103 years old. Her family lives in Canada and the staff here have become her surrogate family. We couldn't be more thankful."

Chris H
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"The overall care for my wife is good, but obviously, through the pandemic, it is impossible to judge - other than when video calls are made. The home is by no means perfect and there are minor issues that I have to raise with the care team. Visiting has been difficult at times as Government guidelines are not adequate (subject to interpretation). The actual care workers are placed under time pressure when dealing with residents, which I do not agree with - personal care takes as long as it takes - the care staff do their best but it isn't nice when supervisors are monitoring their timings."

Paul C
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.67 out of 5

"Generally, all you would expect in a home dealing with elderly and sometimes confused residents. As my aunt is reluctant to wear her hearing aid, I have requested she has help to put it in each day, not sure this is done regularly. Clothing, she has lots of items that are not hers and new items purchased are quickly lost."

A T
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.09 out of 5

"I cannot fault this care home. Staff excellent. Food very good and healthy."

E P
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Have enjoyed my stay, although I was no 100%. Staff always very kind and helpful. I would come back."

E B
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Staff are fabulous in Bloomfield, all willing to go the extra mile."

D W
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Staff are brilliant and very helpful at all times."

S D
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"From the outset, all staff were exceptionally welcoming. The activities coordinator kept us fully informed of what would happen at all stages. Reception staff were empathetic, caring and efficient. All nurses were exceptional with their care for mum to ensure she had the best palliative care. The carers genuinely care. I was truly touched by the respect and dignified way they cared. They need and deserve a massive pay rise."

S W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"My wife suffers from late-stage Alzheimer's and is in the dementia wing of the care home. Her carers are wonderfully kind, caring and remarkably patient with her. My wife has responded to their kindness and although generally, her speech is incoherent she will have lucid moments and comes out with phrases such as 'I do like it here'. This is further evidenced by her smiles when she is with her carers and her compliance with their prompts. Before she entered Bloomfield her Alzheimer's had made her increasingly angry and non-compliant but within a few weeks of being there that anger had evaporated and she reverted to the kind and loving girl I married 42 years ago. My visits have become times of precious memorable moments that I treasure. The staff look after her physical needs well; she is always clean, hair done and well dressed. I am so pleased that I found such a wonderful care home."

Geoff E
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"My mum is at the home on a discharge to assess placement. I had my worries about her being in a home but have to say the care she is receiving is fantastic. The staff are so very kind and caring and their reassurance has made her settle in very quickly. The nursing is fantastic as are all the other caregivers. She has had a trip to the seaside today and loved it. The activities are great too and encourage them to join. The food is plentiful and looks delicious and management are very good and so helpful."

M Q
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My mum has been here nearly three months, and I can't speak highly enough of the staff and home. It has obviously been a very trying time for the home because of Covid, but they have been brilliant. Their kindness towards the residents and they keep them entertained very well, and from what I have seen, and my mum agrees, the food is very good."

Ann H
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My mother gets good care for her needs. I know it's been difficult this winter because of covid outbreaks. Hopefully, with the home opening up as normal things will feel better for my mother."

J D
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.00 out of 5

"Mum was only with you for a few weeks but your care was amazing and you made her feel at home. On her last day, your compassion to her and to us was just so kind and caring and for that, we will be forever grateful. Thank you."

C T
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.42 out of 5

"My father has now been a resident for a couple of years, and the staff have always been attentive to his needs and show great compassion. The reception staff are your first point of contact and they are always friendly creating a good atmosphere from the start. It has been very challenging for all over the last couple of years, but it's nice to see things getting back to normal."

I C
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"From our first visit to Bloomfield up until today, 4/5/2022, all the staff have treated my husband and myself with excellent care and attention, especially when my husband had Covid."

S J
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Always friendly and glad to help. The care is first class. Clean and smells lovely."

N D
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Warm welcome at reception. Friendly staff dressed in clean and tidy uniforms. Very good facilities and all rooms and communal areas clean and tidy. A range of activities provided. Nice garden to relax in. Good communication and constantly updating family on residents' progress."

S H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.00 out of 5

"Excellent experience in care home. Husbands first try at respite care went very smoothly. We needn't have worried as the staff were so wonderful and supportive."

K M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"All the staff are always dressed smartly with crisp and clean uniforms. They treat each resident as an individual and get to know all of their likes and dislikes. Whenever there has been a misunderstanding with communication, as you would expect there to be with memory problems, the staff and management take the time to get to the bottom of things, which reassures the family and residents that all is well. My relative chose to live in Bloomfield nearly 7 years ago and has been extremely happy with her choice, we as a family have peace of mind that she is as safe and happy as she can be. The atmosphere of the home has returned to a relaxed family feel now that COVID regulations are at a minimum and the staff support family and friends through what can be stressful times. Overall they deserve 5 stars."

S S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"My uncle was transferred to Bloomfield Care Home at the end of June 2020, since then they have been fantastic, looking after him through the pandemic and also his every daily needs. Cannot praise them highly enough, so professional and caring. Thank you to everyone, and all the best."

David V
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"All staff are very friendly and welcoming and most helpful. The nurses are very attentive to my mother's needs and quick to respond. We are well informed by the staff of any issues which arise from day-to-day care. The home is always clean and well-maintained. The meals are varied with good options. Always advised and updated with any news or developments regarding the home by Barchester Healthcare."

susan H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.17 out of 5

"Mum has been in Bloomfield Care Home for three years now and has been treated very well over those three years. The care, attention and compassion she needs are always on hand. The family are very happy that Mum is close to visit and always gets a warm welcome. The staff are lovely and the cleanliness is always a great standard."

Keith H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"Thank you to two members of staff in particular for organising a lovely afternoon tea for residents and family today. The afternoon tea was lovely, and being with my mum to celebrate Mother’s Day with tea and cake was wonderful. Mum loved her cream and cake."

Kate B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.08 out of 5

"Mum is well looked after with excellent medical care and a good range of activities to keep her occupied. Friendly staff who give her a very good service."

Bruce M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My mum lived in Bloomfield Care Home from April 2018 to September 2022. Her move involved being uprooted from her home of over 50 years, where she had lots of friends. Staff and residents supported her transition to this new way of life. For this, we are enormously grateful. From November 2019 she was blind, bedridden and very frail. All staff supported her and she built strong relationships with many, especially during Covid. Their love and care sustained her through months of having no visits. Despite her frailty, Mum continued to enjoy food. The kitchen staff were happy to produce food that she liked. As a family, we always felt welcome and part of the team, helping Mum live a rich and often joyful life. Any problems that she had were dealt with professionally and with compassion. Mum was very sociable. She knew how hard everyone worked to keep her comfortable and appreciated their interest in her life stories and their embrace of family and friends from far-flung places."

Jane S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"From day one, the care has been exceptionally high. All the staff are caring, and competent and treated Mum with dignity. All the family were made welcome and nothing was too much trouble, day or night. I'm glad we chose Bloomfield for Mum's final days, she was treated so well. You should feel very proud of all the staff here. Thank you so much to every one of you."

Glenda S
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Such a warm and friendly place with caring helpful and pleasant staff from the moment you arrive. This is the most settled and relaxed I've seen my stepdad since he was taken ill. Top marks on all aspects of his care."

L W
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Extremely helpful and friendly staff. It is like being in your own home. Very clean and comfortable."

G B
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My mother was thankful to find your home when she needed to rest after having broken her rib and sustained a punctured lung. Your home and staff have been very nice and helpful throughout!"

Adrienne S
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Living abroad it's difficult to ensure the safety and care of my grandma, however, I have found this in the staff/care team at Bloomfield. After coming out of hospital we needed to find a centre in which there would be tailored care and support that was built on a person-first philosophy. My family and I have witnessed this carried out during recent visits. The staff treat my grandma with both dignity and respect which is paramount."

Tim H
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Dad has always been looked after well with very good care all around by friendly and supportive staff. The nursing care is excellent and much appreciated."

S W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.00 out of 5

"Staff so kind and professional. My partner, who has Parkinson's, was made so welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Room felt comfortable and excellent food served by staff, always with a smile."

Rob H
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Nan's birthday, 90th, staff were absolutely wonderful. Good time had by all. Lovely tea party and 90th cake provided by the home. We couldn't ask for more. Nan enjoyed herself."

Ellen M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Mum came into Barchester Bloomfield Care Home initially for respite with a view for permanent placement. We are very pleased with the care she is receiving and also the support and advice given to the family. We feel involved and supported."

Alison G
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"Mum arrived six weeks ago and from day one, the care, facilities and staff have been wonderful. The bedrooms, common rooms and gardens are inviting and the activities enjoyed by Mum most of the time. Everything has been thought of for the resident and family."

J L
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"From the time Dad arrived, the staff welcomed him and made him comfortable. Nothing is too much trouble for them and they are always on hand to help or give advice. The food is wonderful, the rooms comfortable and the activities are on hand daily for all to participate. As a family, we have been very happy with everything, including the staff interaction with us."

Amanda B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.91 out of 5

"The entrance lobby is a welcoming space from the moment you walk into Barchester Bloomfield Care Home with tea and cakes and smiling staff, residents and family passing contentedly by. The senior managers are inspirational leaders who never cease to amaze me with their professionalism, empathy and care - for me and my mother. Everything clearly runs like clockwork. My mother's room is wonderfully maintained and always appears fresh. Mother has nothing but praise for the homecooked food and having eaten with her, I was equally impressed with the restaurant quality. But what is most impressive is the incredibly high standard of nursing care and well-being support my mother receives. Staff are not just responsive to her requests, they anticipate her needs and clearly communicate well between themselves. The staff regularly ask for my opinion as to how they can make my mother feel as comfortable as possible. I am extremely happy that my mother is in Bloomfield and it gives me peace of mind to know she is so well cared for. Throughout my mother's admittance and continuing nursing care, I have nothing but the highest praise."

A V
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I experienced a rapid decline in my mother-in-law before she moved into Bloomfield, and the change in herself now has been amazing to watch. Bloomfield is, without a doubt, a proper home where she is not only cared for but loved by everyone. She has become part of a large family where all members of staff work and provide a very high level and standard of care towards everyone. I was taken back by the amount of activities provided to stimulate mind, body and soul - absolutely five stars."

Dale J
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"The care home is all we can wish for. My mother feels safe and cared for. The staff are amazing and kind, nothing is too much trouble. Excellent!"

Barry B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"I was very apprehensive about committing to living the rest of my life in a care home, having read many varying reviews of them. However, Barchester Bloomfield Care Home is certainly a home-from-home in all respects. There is an excellent, varied menu and the meals are tasty and well-cooked. The staff are all very friendly and always ready to help. Assistance is never far away with the individual call bell. My room is a good size and I have some of my own furniture. The home is well-maintained and is always very clean. There is a weekly programme of activities which is varied to suit all interests. Overall, after only a short while, I feel happy and well cared for in my new home."

D H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"Really happy, no worries or concerns. Lovely home."

S W
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"We visited our nan for her 100th birthday and the staff were very helpful as always. They had prepared a lovely room with banners and large helium 1, 0, 0 balloons, along with food and drink. It made the day so special and enjoyable for all."

George W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"I am writing this review as my husband has very poor eyesight, we found the care home very friendly and comfortable, he was only in for a week but it gave us great comfort to know he was well looked after. Thank you."

B S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.64 out of 5

"I'm so happy with the care my mother has been given since she arrived at Bloomfield Care Home, the manager and all staff members have been so kind helpful I cannot thank them enough, at my mother's last home she was left in her room all day every day and was just giving up on her life, now she has reason to live and I can see such a change in her, there are so many activities she can take part in and she is so much happier now."

Diana J
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Having transferred to Barchester Bloomfield Care Home (93 years) from a nursing home, my mother has been well cared for and her diet has vastly improved due to the time taken to help her with her meals and fluids. She has gained weight from the encouragement, having lost an awful lot of weight prior to being moved here. The management, team of carers, even the receptionist have all proved helpful, informative and caring. Due to living in another country (Ireland), I have peace of mind she is being looked after by caring and experienced people."

Vivienne M
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I visited my friend at Bloomfield Care Home and was greeted with a smile by the lovely staff. The care home is exceptionally clean and tidy, the staff are friendly and polite and the home is warm and inviting. I want to move in myself! Highly recommend this place to stay in and visit!"

B P
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Staff are really friendly. My grandpa has settled well. He really enjoys the meals. You are always made to feel welcome when you visit and can pop in at any time, which is great as I often work shifts, so I know I can stop by anytime."

F G
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.92 out of 5

"My 102-year-old mother went to Bloomfield, not really knowing what awaited. She is now thrilled to be there, and the staff are caring, attentive, respectful and kind. Our family are grateful that she's in such good hands!"

Christine H
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I cannot find any faults with the way Mum has been treated. From the friendly and caring admin staff right through to the nursing staff, Mum has always been treated with respect and dignity to a high standard. The food is freshly prepared and appetising. The reception is light and airy and immediately makes one feel welcome, always tea and coffee and delicious cakes. Rooms are comfortable, and bright and all areas are spotlessly clean. Nothing is too much trouble for the carers and nursing staff. Mum feels safe and is enjoying every day; she is now more animated and no longer lonely, which is all we as a family could ask for."

May P
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"When Dad first moved into Barchester Bloomfield Care Home back in April. He was very happy there. He loved doing all the activities and got a lot out of them. He enjoyed the food. Most of the team on Ashway were absolutely fantastic in his last few days before Dad passed away. The unit manager and the staff were so professional in how they handled Dad and how they spoke to us. They kept us up to date on what was happening which was very comforting at the time. I would recommend Bloomfield to anyone. Thank you to you all."

Anne H
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5