Timken Grange care home, Duston

My Dad was a resident at Timken Grange for 2 days short of 3 years, before passing peacefully at the home. The home is purpose built, well appointed and maintained. I have huge admiration and respect for the staff at Timken who all played their part in looking after my Dad during his stay. From the friendly welcome of the reception staff, through … Read moreto the Kitchen and Housekeeping teams, maintenance, the carers - day and night teams, and the home manager, Louise, who always had time to discussion any concerns we had, with action when necessary, reassurance and advice. In the early years my Dad went on visits to museums, Remembrance Parade and was encouraged to participate in the Veterans sessions, which he so enjoyed. A heartfelt thank you for looking after my Dad with kindness and respect.

My father has been a resident at Timken Grange for the last two and a half years. During that time, I've had the pleasure of getting to know the management and staff, and I can honestly say they are an amazing team. The home itself is beautifully presented, exceptionally clean, and furnished to a very high standard. It always feels welcoming and… Read more well cared for. I spend a lot of time with my father, and whenever we need to discuss anything about his care or simply ask a question, there is always someone available to talk to. As a family, we feel genuinely supported and have complete trust in Timken Grange, knowing that our dad is being cared for with kindness, dignity, and respect. Over the years we've enjoyed so many wonderful events alongside the staff and residents. From Easter egg hunts, summer fêtes, Christmas dinners, birthday celebrations, Halloween parties and Remembrance Day commemorations, to many other occasions. Every event is thoughtfully planned and brings so much joy.

My relative was very independent and railed against a home, after a few weeks in and out of the home, she had decided to stay. During this time the management and staff went out of their way to make her feel, welcome, happy, safe and loved. Nothing was too much trouble, they did everything they could to help her understand that she needed the secur… Read moreity of the home and staff.

I was very pleased with the care kindness and help shown in encouraging my aunt through several respite stays to becoming a permanent resident. All the staff and especially the manager Loiuse were so supportive and patient throughout a trying time.

Just like to say what a fantastic group of carers at Timken Grange care home, All the staff, so friendly thoughtful and kind giving my mother respect, understanding for her individual needs helping her day to day at every minute never questioning what we asked for, putting her first. She was able to make her room to her taste taking items from hom… Read moree to make her feel comfortable. A lovely ground floor room with patio door so she could go out if she wanted to. She was only there for a short time, the staff treated her like a family member giving her unconditional loving care. There are lots of daily activities to attend to but no pressure to do so. Which we could follow on social media also weekly coffee morning which we could join mum there. They were all a fantastic support to me and my family during a difficult time. Would like to say a big Thank you to everyone at the home. For your ever giving support help and care . Thank you xx

At a very difficult time, all staff have been incredibly supportive and caring.

I have friends that are resident in Timken Grange Care home, Duston. Some of my friends have been resident over 5 years, the last one John a resident the past three weeks, he loves being looked after by the carers. Visiting the care home gives my life structure and takes away some of the loneliness. When entering the care home you are greeted wi… Read moreth a smile from Jane or Kim, both ladies have a pleasing manner. The care home is spotlessly clean and unlike other homes that I have visited does not have any unpleasant odours.The activities in the care home are many and varied. One most popular are the hymn singing, carpet bowls, and poetry club where residents compose their own poems and read them out.I have found the meals at the Grange very good, made with fresh produce and served hot. Being a visitor over 65 yrs and live alone I get invited to Sunday lunch which I appreciate and look forward to. In short I would become a resident of the Grange in Louise the Manageress's excellent care.