Business Details
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Abbots Leigh Nursing Home Nursing Home has been providing 24-hour specialist nursing care for older adults since its establishment. Nestled in an imposing 19th-century manor house just one mile from the Clifton Suspension Bridge, our facility combines historic elegance with modern care standards. Under the leadership of Home Manager Kathy Bauer RGN, who has dedicated 23 years to our organisation, we maintain a stable team of qualified nurses working exclusively without agency staff. Our residents benefit from en-suite accommodation, nurse call systems, and access to communal lounges, dining rooms, and a conservatory with panoramic views over the Severn Estuary. The Care Quality Commission's 'Good' rating reflects our commitment to excellence, particularly in supporting terminally ill individuals through our specialist palliative care expertise. We prioritise resident autonomy while maintaining flexibility in daily routines, offering respite care options and facilitating family integration through unrestricted visiting policies.Our comprehensive service includes three nutritious meals daily with dietary choices, regular social activities coordinated by a dedicated team, and access to healthcare professionals including GPs, physiotherapists, and chiropodists. The expansive grounds featuring ornamental ponds, a greenhouse, and lawns provide therapeutic environments complementing our structured activity programme that includes gardening clubs, mindfulness sessions, and cultural outings. We maintain transparent financial arrangements with clear fee structures covering all essential care needs, and our team provides expert guidance on funding options including NHS contributions and local authority support.
Services
24-hour nursing care
Respite care
En-suite rooms
Dining services
Daily activities
Palliative care
Gardening club
Local excursions
Highlights and features
- We have 23 years of continuous leadership from registered nurse Kathy Bauer
- Our permanent nursing team ensures consistent care without agency staff
- CQC inspection rated us 'Good' for specialist palliative care provision
- Residents enjoy unrestricted family visits and dining with loved ones
- We offer tailored respite care options for post-hospital recovery periods
Associations and certifications
- Care Quality Commission
What people say
Significant improvement in mental wellbeing
Highest quality of care
Compassionate support in final days
Active community life
Effective GP collaboration
Services
24-hour nursing care
Our registered nurses provide round-the-clock specialist care for elderly residents, including those with terminal illnesses. With a stable team of qualified professionals working exclusively without agency staff, we ensure consistent care delivery. The service includes nurse call systems, medication management, and coordination with external healthcare providers for comprehensive resident support.
Respite care
We offer temporary care solutions for post-hospital recovery or family caregiver relief. This service includes full access to our facilities and activities, with many residents returning for repeat stays. Our respite guests benefit from the same high-quality care standards as permanent residents, with opportunities to build social connections within our community.
Dining services
Our dining service features three daily meals with dietary choices, plus 24-hour snack availability. Residents can dine in their rooms or communal dining areas, with special dietary requirements accommodated. The Manor Bar offers pre-dinner drinks twice weekly, and visitors may join residents for meals at no additional charge.
Daily activities
A structured activity programme includes gardening club, mindfulness sessions, quizzes, and cultural outings. Weekly events feature religious services, music appreciation, and physical therapy activities. Our grounds provide therapeutic environments with ornamental gardens and a greenhouse, while regular local excursions maintain residents' community connections.
Palliative care
Specialist end-of-life care combines medical expertise with compassionate support for residents and families. Our team provides pain management, emotional support, and coordination with external healthcare providers. The service includes family bereavement support and flexible visiting arrangements during residents' final days, with carers maintaining bedside presence when required.
People
Kathy Bauer
Home Manager
Registered General Nurse with 23 years' leadership experience at Abbots Leigh Nursing Home, specialising in elderly care and palliative support services.
Questions
What types of care do you provide?
We specialise in 24-hour nursing care for elderly residents, including palliative care for terminally ill individuals and respite care for short-term needs.
Are there different room options available?
We offer both single and shared rooms with en-suite facilities, including options suitable for married couples requiring shared accommodation.
How are meals structured?
Residents receive three main meals daily with dietary choices, plus 24-hour snack availability. The Manor Bar serves drinks twice weekly with meals.
What activities are available?
Our weekly programme includes gardening club, quizzes, music appreciation, and local excursions, with access to therapeutic garden spaces and social events.
How can families stay involved?
We welcome unrestricted family visits, allow residents to dine with loved ones at no charge, and provide regular updates on residents' wellbeing and care plans.
What funding options exist?
Residents may self-fund with potential NHS contributions, access Continuing Healthcare funding, or qualify for local authority support based on financial assessments.
Reviews (2)
Bob Atherton
May 09, 2020
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As good as it gets. Mum could not have been looked after any better. It truly became her home and she was very loved.
Ruben Del Aguila
Jul 17, 2019
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Visited as a family member was here when he passed away. An absolutely excellent, comfortable and caring nursing home. Staff were incredibly accommodating of the entire family as we came and went while keeping vigil for our family members decline, even after hours. Not only that, but they were caring for us as well as the residents and went out of their way to be nice to us and ensure that our needs were met during a difficult time. Very clear to see that the staff here care for and enjoy their job. Couldn't have asked for a better place for an elderly family member to pass on, and will not be
