When you find the right care home, you know. The worry lifts and what felt impossible becomes clear. This is life at Berkley.
Our award-winning homes have been listed multiple times as a top 20 care home by carehome.co.uk, as well as being winners and finalists in the Care Awards 2020. Why? We focus on what makes life worth living. Morning tea on the terrace. Laughter over cocktails. Residents tending gardens they planted themselves. This is what outstanding care looks like.
Kevin, son of resident
Families tell us their loved ones are happier at Berkley. More social, more themselves than they’ve been in years. We provide the care and environment that helps people live well.
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...the first daffodils on your windowsill.
You mentioned it last spring, as you sat in the garden on a sunny day admiring the flower beds: “I just love that shade of yellow…”
Someone was listening. And now, in the first week of March, there they are: a small glass vase catching the light.
Our teams notice these little things. The details that make you smile.
That`s not service, that`s home.
Behind the scenes in a Berkley kitchen.
Today it`s a delicious spring braise. Cod loin with fine herbs, new season vegetables. Simple ingredients, handled with care and respect.
Chef’s done this a thousand times. Mouth-watering dishes. Experience that enriches every plate.
Eggs, flour, sugar, cream, jam, fruit. All our desserts are made by our pastry chefs from real ingredients, from scratch, every day.
It`s how we roll.
MYTH: “Once you go in, you can’t come out.”
THE REALITY: Care doesn’t mean giving up your freedom. At Berkley, it means having the support to enjoy it. Call us to find out more.
You know it the moment she picks up the phone. There’s something in the voice. It’s warmer, it’s more relaxed. The giveaway: it’s the laugh that’s been missing, and the way she starts telling you about something that happened at lunch before you’ve even asked how she is.
Families tell us this is when they know they’ve made the right decision. When Mum sounds like Mum again. And we’re so proud every time we hear it.
That’s what care reimagined can do: the spark, the spirit, that person you know so well returns.
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MYTH: "Once you go in, you can`t come out."
We hear this one a lot, but it`s completely untrue. Many of our residents stay for days, weeks or months – respite care is a huge part of what we do. Others live with us long-term but come and go often. Shopping trips, family visits, theatre, swimming pool, outings with our drivers.
Care doesn`t mean giving up your freedom. At Berkley, it means having the support to enjoy it.
Visit the homes you're considering and trust your instincts about whether it feels welcoming. Look for places where residents seem comfortable and staff have time to chat. Each of our 12 homes has its own character. Book a tour to see which one feels right for your family.
Yes, we do our utmost to cater for couples. Depending on the specific home, you may be able to share a room or have separate rooms if preferred. Our staff coordinate care plans for both partners and offer activities designed for couples.
Care funding can be complex, involving personal savings, property, pensions and potential council support. We help families understand the options available. Read our complete guide to care funding for detailed information about costs and financial assistance.
