Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Nursing & Residential Care in Yeovil
The Knoll Nursing Home is a traditional, well-established residence offering comprehensive care services tailored to meet the needs of elderly individuals. Since our inception in 2005, we have prioritised dignity, independence, and personal choice, delivering 24-hour nursing and residential care within a beautifully maintained Victorian property in Yeovil. Our team of highly qualified nurses and dedicated carers collaborates with families and medical professionals to create bespoke care plans, ensuring each resident receives individualised attention. We provide long-term residential and nursing care, respite care, and specialist support for palliative and convalescent needs, alongside a vibrant programme of social and recreational activities.Our facilities include comfortable, personalised rooms with modern amenities, wheelchair-accessible communal spaces, and landscaped gardens designed to foster a warm, homely environment. We encourage family visits and offer impartial advice to prospective residents, maintaining transparency and trust in all our operations. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our outstanding Care Quality Commission rating and consistent positive feedback from residents and their families.
Services
Residential Care
Nursing Care
Respite Care
Palliative Care
Specialist Support
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 24-hour nursing care delivered by qualified professionals.
- Our bespoke care plans are tailored to individual needs and reviewed monthly.
- Our team has over 30 years of combined experience in elderly care.
- We provide wheelchair-accessible facilities and beautifully maintained gardens.
- We received an 'outstanding' rating in our latest CQC inspection.
Associations and certifications
- Care Quality Commission (CQC)
What people say
Exceptional caring nature
Lovely experience
Great team
Beautiful sunny room
Creative activity ideas
Services
Residential Care
Our residential care provides round-the-clock support for elderly individuals requiring assistance with daily living. Each resident receives a personalised care plan addressing mobility, personal hygiene, and dietary needs. Our trained staff ensures comfort and dignity through tailored attention and a homely environment.
Nursing Care
24/7 nursing care is available for residents with complex medical conditions or post-operative recovery needs. Our qualified nurses collaborate with healthcare professionals to manage chronic illnesses and administer specialist treatments, ensuring clinical excellence alongside compassionate support.
Respite Care
We offer temporary care solutions for family caregivers needing a break or individuals recovering from surgery. Our respite stays mirror long-term care standards, with access to full facilities and activities, providing peace of mind for both residents and their families.
Palliative Care
Our palliative care focuses on comfort and quality of life for terminally ill residents. We manage pain and symptoms while offering emotional support to residents and their loved ones, maintaining dignity through compassionate, individualised end-of-life care.
Specialist Support
We cater to specific needs including dementia support and mobility assistance. Our team creates customised care plans reviewed monthly, incorporating residents' preferences and involving families in decision-making to ensure holistic wellbeing and personal choice.
People
Jo McLaughlin
Registered Home Manager
Jo oversees daily operations and resident care coordination at The Knoll, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards while maintaining the home's welcoming atmosphere.
Caroline Sharpe
Clinical Lead
With 30 years' experience, Caroline manages clinical operations, ensuring residents' health needs are met through expert nursing practices and staff supervision.
Bindu Thomas
Senior Nurse
Bindu assesses and implements individual care plans while supervising care staff, combining clinical expertise with hands-on resident support since joining in 2016.
Dana McLaughlin
Head of Care
Dana leads care staff and housekeeping operations, drawing on 15+ years of experience across various roles to maintain high standards of resident support and facility management.
Weiji Goa
Chef
Weiji creates nutritious, seasonally varied menus meeting residents' dietary requirements while managing kitchen operations and food safety compliance.
Questions
What types of care do you provide?
We offer residential, nursing, respite, palliative, and specialist support care tailored to individual needs.
Are short-term stays available?
Yes, we provide respite care for caregivers needing temporary relief or post-operative recovery support.
How are care plans developed?
Personalised plans are created with residents, families, and medical professionals, reviewed monthly for ongoing relevance.
Can families visit anytime?
Yes, we welcome visits at any time and encourage family participation in residents' daily lives.
What activities are offered?
Our programme includes arts, reminiscence therapy, outings, and themed events tailored to residents' interests.
Is specialist dementia support available?
Yes, we provide tailored support for residents with dementia through trained staff and adapted environments.
