Reviews for Meadowbeck Care Home

"My sister-in-law spent her final months here, and the care she was given was amazing. From start to finish, she was treated like a queen. Family coming to visit were always greeted with a smile. The nurses and carers work so hard, and nothing is ever too much trouble. Great facilities and a welcoming feeling every time you walk in - amazing."

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

"My sister-in-law spent her final months here, and the care she was given was amazing. From start to finish, she was treated like a queen. Family coming to visit were always greeted with a smile. The nurses and carers work so hard, and nothing is ever too much trouble. Great facilities and a welcoming feeling every time you walk in - amazing."

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

"My mother had been admitted only four weeks earlier and it was quickly established that she would need nursing and end of life care. During this time she was treated exceptionally well in all areas. I cannot praise the wonderful staff here highly enough for keeping Mum clean and comfortable. Sadly she died peacefully in her sleep, yet in quiet and comfortable surroundings. Thank you Meadowbeck, you are all lovely people."

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

"The home had excellent staffing levels with many long service staff. This has now deteriorated moving staff to upper floors leaving dementia patients with agency staff."

Ron H
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.75 out of 5

"Meadowbeck is a first class nursing home. Excellent staff/food/carers/nurses. Nothing is too much trouble and I have been impressed by the organisation of my Mum's care. Meadowbeck is the best home I have seen and know that everything is being done for Mum's wellbeing/comfort/quality of life. No reservations in recommending Meadowbeck."

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

"Just over three years ago my nan came to Meadowbeck Care Home close to death. Through the love care and attention from all staff, we have had three extra years with my nan which we didn't think we would have. They became my nan's and our extended family. This week my ban passed away at Meadowbeck surrounded by all the love, care and attention anyone could hope for, we as a family cannot thank the team enough for giving my nan the security and care and love she needed. All Angels xx"

Suzanne R
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My wife of 89 years was admitted to Meadowbeck in January after 8 admissions to Hospital with epileptic seizures (October 16-January 17), hypothyroidism and acute kidney injury alert. since her arrival at Meadowbeck her recovery has been amazing."

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

"We were very pleased with the standard of care and concern we received at Meadowbeck. The staff were all very friendly and most helpful, as well as professional. The home itself was clean and modern with the homely, a nice place to live in."

Alan W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.82 out of 5

"The Meadowbeck Care Home in York, is in my opinion, the best there is. My father-in-law has been a permanent resident there since July this year, the very thought of him going into a care home filled me with dread that was until I visited Meadowbeck, the staff were absolutely lovely and friendly. The home is modern and extremely clean. The residents are very well looked after and cared for, I get regular updates regarding my father-in-laws well being. Apart from this he excitedly tells me when I visit all about the different activities he's taken part in which is really nice for him for example: quizzes, bingo, gardening club, arts and crafts, tv/dvd watching, coffee mornings, tombolas, days out, music club, the list is endless. So a big thank you to all the hardworking staff at Meadowbeck for everything you do and for certainly giving my father-in-law a better quality of life and making him so happy!!!"

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

"Staff and management are unfailingly friendly to both service users and their visitors. Care is willingly, cheerfully, given but staff have no time to stop and engage in conversation with residents - one feels they are hard pressed to cover all that is necessary."

S B
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.83 out of 5

"I am very happy with the care and attention my mother receives at Meadowbeck. All the staff are very caring and approachable. More importantly, my mother is happy at Meadowbeck."

Elizabeth V
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5

"My dad was having end of life care. The staff do an amazing job and looked after him very well in difficult circumstances. They were very welcoming to all the family, the home itself is more like a hotel than a care home."

Lynn T
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.40 out of 5

"The home is very clean and well presented and all areas downstairs are clean and tidy. Staff appear to be very willing to help on occasions where there have been small issues with washing and care. As my uncle is 95 and not very technical, so staff are very willing and supportive with turning on the TV for sport channels. Activities appear to be good and uncle went out to a garden centre and appeared to enjoy his afternoon trip."

P L
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"My mum is in the dementia unit, there seems to be new staff/agency staff which I don't think is particularly helpful to dementia sufferers as they like familiarity. On a few occasions recently, mum hasn't had any drinks on her table which is a worry. I quite often have to go and fill her jug up. There is also not much social space in the dementia unit. Overall, the home is really nice and I know mum is better looked after in The Meadowbeck than at home, but I do think some staff could try harder."

Lorraine L
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"It was nice to be part of the gardening group and mix with the other residents and staff seeing how they mixed in together and shared help - it was very interesting. The staff were really great with the residents, so patient and caring. I've been present on other occasions and there's always plenty going on. I don't know where they get all their ideas from (everyone welcomed the tea/coffee break after the potting up had finished). My relative is upstairs on the dementia wing and the staff team are great, always so friendly and helpful - nothing is too much trouble for them. I find all the staff at the home wonderful eg clerical staff. All the staff team are stars ****."

Liz P
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"I can't believe how smooth the process of getting our family member into The Meadowbeck was and getting him settled. The staff have all been brilliant, so easy to approach about anything whatever time of day it is. I attended a group which was attended by my family friend and several other residents. I joined in and enjoyed it, it was nice to see how others joined in also. The staff really shone on ideas and experience within the group offering help when needed. I have since been involved and seen it all again. Keep up the good work Meadowbeck. What a nice friendly place to live, I viewed several places, and was so pleased when we were offered The Meadowbeck."

B P
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"Staff very good and caring. Also willing to help when required. Room always kept clean. Events are always there for the residents."

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

"The care received was first class - the resident was treated with dignity, respect and good humour. The care given by each individual was above and beyond the call of duty. All visitors were welcomed and hospitality was available at all times. This care home is an excellent example of good quality care and sincere thanks to everyone."

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

"I highly recommend this care home. The members of staff are caring, warm, professional and were excellent at keeping us informed. My mother had some specific care needs including dementia and we were delighted and comforted at how well she was looked after from arrival until her passing away. The family are so pleased we chose Barchester The Meadowbeck Care Home and on our regular visits, it was so good to witness the high-quality care."

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

"Moved here from the hospital having heard very good reports from friends and residents who live here."

Jean R
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5

"Dad was admitted with dementia and nursing care. Downstairs modernised and beautiful, upstairs facilities good but not equal to downstairs. Established staff excellent, new staff did not particularly understand dementia so maybe more training before going on the unit, albeit all personalities lovely and caring and accommodating. More one to one care was sometimes needed, eg. more staff. Overall I would recommend this home. Felt happy leaving my father here as he was not safe at home. Many thanks, and your care was very much appreciated."

L H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.50 out of 5

"I last did a review in September '17, although my brother has been in since November 2015. I still say that the staff are exceptional and the ones I come in contact with go above and beyond the call of duty but I will say that the home is very understaffed. Some rooms have undergone a 'Wow' Factor as well as the communal areas, this has been a great improvement. There have also been little extras taking place since a new manager has been appointed, just to name a few - A birthday list of residents, take away nights and afternoon teas and hopefully, little extras for the residents will continue."

Debbie K
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.50 out of 5

"Lovely home, all residents seem very happy and content. Staff go out of there way to help people. Very accommodating for children that visit. Management lovely. Gardens are also lovely."

Stacey B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5

"My husband stayed at Meadowbeck for four days, as I went to Leicester to attend my daughter's wedding. He suffers from Parkinsons and Dementia. He was invited previously for a one day, taster day, which he enjoyed and also prepared him for his stay. I have found all the staff extremely friendly and obliging and very efficient in their work. David was well cared for during his stay, had his tablets at the times I had asked, and all in all, he had a very satisfactory stay. I will definitely hope that he will be able to stay again in 2019 if the need arises. Thank you."

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

"All aspects of care given to my father have surpassed my expectations. I was very nervous about handing my father over for others to care for but I am now very relieved and reassured."

Jill F
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"My mother died on 3rd March 2019. She entered The Meadowbeck Care Home on the 17th August 2018. The Meadowbeck is a friendly, caring home. The staff are wonderful. They treated my mother with kindness, care, dignity and understanding. I could not wish for a better place or better staff. I cannot thank them enough."

Ann Patricia T
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"What a lovely place. Nice atmosphere - pleasant manager. Staff friendly and helpful. Great aromas coming from the kitchen at mealtimes. My cousin obviously receiving the 24 hour care he needs. His room is clean and very pleasant. Can't fault anything. Keep up your wonderful work."

Joyce T
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My Mum went into Meadowbeck in a poorly condition, for end of life care. She blossomed under their care and was happier than she had been for many months. The carers/staff were absolutely wonderful. I had been trying to care for Mum at home and her being looked after so wonderfully in Meadowbeck transformed both our lives. We had two wonderful months with Mum before she died and we were able to be with her when she died. The staff are truly lovely caring people. Thank you."

Gillian B
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.83 out of 5

"The staff are always professional, helpful and friendly. Residents are looked after and cared for in the appropriate way to their individual needs. Activities and events are plenty with lots of varied events for resident and also family to attend."

L G
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.67 out of 5

"Meadowbank was recommended to me by a carer who visited my friend. I was shown around the home in October and felt the atmosphere and calm environment would be very suitable for my friend. He was subsequently sent from the hospital to Meadowbank and has settled in really well. We particularly like the small lounge areas and the quiet buzzers and lack of 'chatter'."

M W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.50 out of 5

"I was very anxious when we made our decision to move mum into care but she has flourished since being at Meadowbeck. She's up on Memory Lane where the carers are wonderful with her and she obviously feels very relaxed with them too. Mum's the happiest I've seen her in a very long while, she's eating all her meals, whereas before she moved in she merely played with her food. I can't wish for more for her. It's perfect for a dementia patient."

Julie
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.42 out of 5

"Very friendly staff who looked after our family friend. Nothing was too much trouble. The room was kept nice, clean and homely. The meals are varied and appetising. Lots of activities to attend and/or take part in. No one need feel lonely. We were able to visit at any time."

Lynne T
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"My Mum moved into Meadowbeck in October 2019 after a stay in hospital caused by her dementia. She was underweight, not eating, wandering miles each day, and continuously agitated. Quite frankly I didn't think she would be with us for very long, but the care provided for her at Meadowbeck has turned things around completely. She is now absolutely thriving. Her weight has increased, she is content, and best of all she is happy. The entire team are all fantastic and nothing is too much trouble. There are particular individuals on both the nursing and management teams who have been instrumental in making my Mums life so much better - which in turn has made life easier for all of her family. The rooms are lovely, and families are encouraged to make them "personal" with photos etc. So to summarise, my mum is now genuinely being "cared for"."

Paul C
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"My mother moved into Memory Lane in June 2019 when it became too challenging for her to continue to live with my father. Meadowbank is located conveniently close for visits from my father, my family and other relatives. There are several communal areas and a large garden, which were important considerations for us, and provides plenty of opportunities to move about. In the beginning, my mother took quite a long time to settle in and due to pre-existing difficulties with eating seemed to be declining. However, it was clear from the start that all of the staff at Meadowbeck would do everything that they could to get Mum settled in, find a routine, review medication, check on her regularly and find a solution to her eating. Mum's weight seems to have stabilised; she moves about quite a lot and is happy and settled. Since the Covid-19 lockdown we have not been able to visit, but the staff have been absolutely fantastic and are always happy to let us know how Mum is doing. Thank you."

Dominic G
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.42 out of 5

"The staff are kind and I am always greeted with a smile and greeting from everyone. My husband is confined to bed and slightly confused so takes part in no activities but enjoys his food."

Audrey G
carehome.co.uk rating: 3.91 out of 5

"This care home is run, maintained, and operated just how a care home should be. With excellent fully trained dedicated staff. Nothing is too much bother for these highly motivated individuals. If you are looking for a care home it can be a very daunting bewildering challenge. This care home keeps you at ease that your loved one is getting the care they need and deserve. I cannot praise enough the activity department who every day provides the stimulation that is required Truly brilliant."

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

"My mum has been a resident here for over three years and she couldn't receive better care anywhere else. The entire team at Meadowbeck clearly genuinely make every effort to ensure her needs are met. She's always well turned out and beautifully dressed. Detailed thought goes into her care to ensure she's comfortable, well looked after and happy. As a relative I'm always made to feel welcome and very much part of her team. Thank you everyone at Meadowbeck for everything you do and all the extra miles you go for your residents."

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

"Good care for residents. Staff are always helpful and friendly. Cheerful atmosphere within the home."

David G
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"She came into Barchester The Meadowbeck Care Home because of recurring stays in hospital but because of the care and support here, she has taken on a new lease of life."

G W
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5

"My brother was transferred here from the hospice, and initially, I was worried. However, there was absolutely no need to be as he received pain medication on time and was never in pain. He was very comfortable and safe under the auspices of the unit manager and all the staff. I do mean all staff, from the manager to the cleaners, all were excellent. There is a nice atmosphere, and it's very welcoming with lovely rooms and food. All staff are very friendly and seem to genuinely care for their residents. Thank you all so much for what you did for my brother to make his last few weeks enjoyable, safe, comfortable, with dignity and pain-free."

Nicholas O
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"I recently wrote a review regarding my mother-in-law giving an overall 5 stars. Unfortunately, my mother-in-law passed away on the 12th of March at 8:45. The care through the night leading to her passing the next day was dealt with, with such care and respect both for my mother-in-law and for the family members who stayed with her to the end. The nurse who was in charge of the night shift, whom we had never met, gave the family so much support which lasted all through the night to the last minutes of her shift, the quality of care she gave my mother-in-law, respect, and dignity was amazing. When the day shift came on, the same quality of care for the family and my mother-in-law carried on. My mother-in-law's passing was so peaceful, we are so grateful for the quality of care not only my mother-in-law received but also the family got from the staff on memory lane."

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

"The staff are lovely, caring, great to the residents, friendly and happy, they make you feel at home, our mother is a resident, she is in excellent hands."

Madeleine F
carehome.co.uk rating: 5.00 out of 5

"Our experience has been a very good one overall. The carers activity coordinator the food has all been to a high standard. We find the staff very caring and professional. I think having a bigger toilet area with shower facilities in their room would be an advantage for family members to be able to assist with personal care for their loved ones. The entertainment is excellent all in all a very nice comfortable place."

Karen S
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.75 out of 5

"My mother has been at Barchester The Meadowbeck Care Home for almost four years, when she was admitted during Covid-19 and was end-of-life. Visiting today, my mother said for the first time in years that she feels very well! The care and attention are excellent, a family and homely atmosphere. The activities manager is brilliant and the range and extent of things residents can enjoy are excellent. She never stops thinking of creative, fun and enjoyable activities in the daytime and evening too! An example of best practice for other homes to copy. Thank you to everyone."

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

"I cannot praise the staff at Barchester The Meadowbeck Care Home highly enough for the care they gave Mum. She only had a short time there, from December to the end of January, but she felt happy and safe. Although Mum was ill, she rallied enough to really enjoy many of the activities which were organised several times a day with something for everyone on offer. The staff were super kind and friendly and we felt welcomed into 'Mum's home' each time we visited. A big thank you to all the staff for doing such a great job at Meadowbeck!"

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

"My wife has been a resident now for just over a year and I can honestly say she has received excellent care and has been treated with dignity and respect by everyone. Having visited every day I have got to see a lot of what goes on in the home. The atmosphere is very friendly, the entertainment laid on is very varied and the food is mostly of a good standard. I would like to thank all the staff for making it such a friendly and welcoming place to visit."

Andrew L
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"Since my mother moved into Meadowbeck (she has now been there 2.5 years) she has come on leaps and bounds. What a brilliant home she is in! The staff are fantastic and cannot do enough for the residents. They always have a smile on their faces, the food served is excellent and the entertainment is above and beyond. What can I say? When I am older I am moving in! Thank you Meadowbeck for all you do for my mum."

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

"Meadowbeck feels like a family. Every member of staff from carers to maintenance and kitchen staff knows and treats the residents with respect and compassion. Residents are looked after not only in terms of their physical needs but also their whole well-being. There are varied and well-planned activities daily and family and friends are made to feel welcome to join in. Residents are sometimes taken out for trips to coffee mornings or garden centres and even linked with the local toddler group. Any issues or concerns have been dealt with quickly and professionally, giving me confidence that Mum is receiving the right care. I have no hesitation in recommending Meadowbeck and I am happy to call it Mum's home."

M P
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.33 out of 5

"I am a regular visitor at Barchester The Meadowbeck Care Home as I am a volunteer for therapy dogs and we visit the residents and staff fortnightly. Each time Ted and I visit, we receive such a warm welcome from the activities coordinator and the rest of the staff team. The residents love saying hello to Ted and give him lots of cuddles and fusses. In return, Ted brings comfort and lots of smiles to the residents. Therapy dogs are great for social and emotional interactions and give great opportunities for residents and staff to open up, chat and reminisce about old times. I would definitely recommend Meadowbeck, it’s a lovely place."

Hilary E
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5

"I cannot praise the staff highly enough for the care of my mother. She moved to them last July when her previous care home closed down. They are very friendly and keep in touch with us on information about Mothers care. They are always prepared to go the extra mile to make her stay enjoyable. My son got married last year last September and they organised the transport for her and a carer to come with her to the wedding which made it an extra special day. I would not hesitate to recommend Meadowbeck Care Home to anyone who is looking to place a family member in a home."

Chris R
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.58 out of 5