Everyone who works at Blossom Fields are so friendly, kind, caring and helpful. The rooms are lovely, spacious and bright with en-suite bathrooms, the communal rooms are bright and very relaxed and there are lots of fun activities to join in with. And on top of that, the food is very good.

After visiting five homes, we were very pleased to be received with a very professional introduction and after six months, my wife has had very good care for her Lewy body dementia. The staff have been exemplary.

You hope your parents will always live at home but if a life-changing event occurs and this is not possible, I would definitely recommend Blossom Fields. Staff are respectful, compassionate, kind and give the time and care needed, which at times have needed flexibility and creativity, to meet individual needs. Any questions/queries the family have are listened to, talked through, developing a plan or change of care. The team of carers are wonderful towards my family member. I can't fault how caring they have been towards my parent, giving peace of mind. Activities provided are varied to meet everyone's interests and give stimulation. Meals provided are also varied, presented well, individual dislikes/preferences taken into account. Family members are invited to eat with their relatives which is such an enjoyable experience. Importantly, the food tastes delicious too! Families are involved, thought about, which is comforting to know when there is an elderly partner still at home.

My grandmother (Nan) was discharged from the hospital with inaccurate documentation, regarding her full care requirements. Moving forwards, in particular, failing to advise Rose Garden of her one-to-one care being required, at the admittance stage to Rose Garden and their team. One particular member of staff and the amazing team promptly and professionally helped us as a family, to make us all feel settled and trusting in their care for Nan. The lovely staff are kind, caring and person-centred. They put Nan's needs, to having a good quality life, at first. My nan is treated with respect and dignity, even when she is being challenging at times! The variety and choices of meals are fantastic. The activities put on are meaningful and fulfilling to each individual. Rose Garden has a lovely homely feel and is very clean and tidy (no unpleasant smells). We are over the moon with the care Nan has been given so far. We can finally feel happy that Nan is being well looked after.

I don't think there is enough space here to list all the wonderful qualities of the Rose Garden. It is a purpose-built, intelligently laid out building with ample parking underground, as well as in the courtyard(which has a few disabled bays). The rooms are light, bright and airy, with a communal area at one end of the building and seating areas along the corridor if residents want to sit quietly on their own. However, the main appeal is the staff. They are an amazing team of people. They work hard to make everyone feel at home and cared for. They take a real interest in the residents and their families. Nothing is too much trouble, and we are so appreciative of their care, experience and expertise. We know that Dad could not be in a better place than Rose Garden.

Lovely welcoming staff and the rooms are immaculate. Everyone is approachable and always willing to help in any way they can. I couldn't be happier with the care and consideration they're given my mum and us (as a family). I can go home and relax a little better knowing Mum is in the best place for her, receiving quality care from genuine caring people. Thank you.

Staff seemed very pleasant and patient. Room was clean. Bathroom was excellent. Patient was treated with dignity.

Catherine
Sales Manager

Catherine has worked in sales and marketing her whole career, after graduating with a degree in Textile Management she worked in Corporate Workwear for many years. Catherine’s first role in the care sector was working with a disability charity that ran nursing homes and enablement projects for young adults.

Catherine

While her two children were younger, she joined her husband in his estate agency, but was delighted to return to the care sector in 2020 and now cannot imagine doing anything else.

Catherine’s role with Allegra is to support residents and their families as they explore care options. Working with the teams in the individual homes she ensures that during every stage from initial enquiry through to moving in with us every question is answered, and we offer the reassurance needed for the next chapter in our resident’s life. It is important for our residents to remain part of the community in which will have lived for years, often all their lives, so the other part of this role is connecting with local community groups, charities and organisations.

Catherine has said that working for Allegra with their groundbreaking household model means we are offering a home with compassion and care whilst ensuring residents are retaining their independence and quality of life.

Out of work Catherine enjoys baking and gardening The children are older now, but still keep her busy!

Paul Thomas
Regional Manager - Western Region

Paul has joined Allegra Care with 28 years’ experience in the health and social care sector including working in senior leadership roles for the last 18 years; covering operations, business management and quality assurance. Paul has a real passion for person centred care and how that is delivered at the highest level.

Allegra Team Paul Thomas

Paul has worked across a diverse sector over his time in health and social care and brings a wealth of experience to his new role as Regional Manager. Paul believes in integrating real and meaningful values and culture into a service and in doing so, delivering the outcomes for the people we support. Paul goes by the theory of values with no meaning, have no value.

Outside of work, Paul is the father of three boys and a 2nd degree black belt who teaches Judo.