Before I came to Sycamore Court I had a busy and fulfilling life 200 miles away. I knew I had to look further ahead so I could develop my life nearer family in a place where some support was available should I need it and recently I did! After a period of being unwell I was very glad to be able to pull the red cord in the early hours of the morning and have immediate support from one of our own people – as there is twenty-four-hour cover- and she stayed with me until the ambulance came sometime later. This episode made me feel very reassured that I had made a good decision to move to Sycamore Court. I am now back to my usual busy self, enjoying Bridge, Fine Arts Society, cinema and the many activities going on in Sycamore Court. We are very central for all amenities so I hardly need to use my car.

I spent the first twenty-four years of my retirement in a bungalow in Mayfield, and eventually found the garden and general housekeeping were more than I could manage. My sister already had a flat in Sycamore Court so I came with prior knowledge. I have had fifteen very happy years here with no worries about housekeeping, a cooked meal if required and a splendid in-house community in which to live. It should be clear that Sycamore is not a care home and does not provide nursing care.

When I became a widower, moving to Sycamore Court was the best move I could have made. There is as much company and as much privacy as I could have asked for. I have made many good friends here. The social events are a real pleasure. The lunches, laundry and guest suite cover most needs. My flat and the rest of the high-quality building suit me well. The round -the-clock staffing (by the nicest and most competent people) is a blessing. And the location in central Oxted is so good with the proximity of the station, three supermarkets, the medical facilities, churches, the local Arts Society, many eateries and the Everyman cinema. I will be happy to give up my car when the time comes as it is a short walk to everything I need

I moved here three and a half years ago and I have never regretted it. Everyone, staff and residents are very friendly and helpful. You never need to be lonely. You can join in coffee mornings, the Book Club, Poet’ s Corner, Knit and Natter, Rummikub and Scrabble. I feel so safe here – I know I shall never lie on the floor for three days if I have a fall. It is a good life. Why don’t you come and join us.

It was nearly two years after I had lost my husband that I began to feel strong enough to think of moving -after sixty years together the idea of leaving all things familiar seemed frightening and unreal. It meant leaving the well-loved family home with all its memories. Where to go? Would I be safe? Lonely? We looked at several flats and bungalows but none offered anything in the way of ‘community’ or the overall care and wellbeing which are such a feature of life here at Sycamore Court. From the moment I arrived I felt welcomed- people were so friendly- I joined everything – book club, poetry group, yoga – and now nearly two years on this really is my home. Moving to Sycamore Court was the best decision that I could make and I give thanks every day for my lovely warm flat, for all the conveniences but most of all for the friendship and care that are part of everyday life here.

My husband and I moved into Sycamore Court hoping to close the door and travel knowing our flat would be cared for in our absence. However, life does not always turn out as planned. First Covid and then my husband’s premature and sudden death forced a reassessment of the future. The support and care from everyone at Sycamore Court meant I have never felt alone, either physically or emotionally, as I navigate this new path. Even in the night someone is only the pull of a cord away, which I find a real comfort. I can live a busy and active life both in and out of the Court, participating as much or as little as I want, knowing staff are unobtrusively aware of my comings and goings and would contact my family if they were concerned.

I and my two siblings are so reassured having our dad at Sycamore Court. It has been his home for some eighteen months now and during that time he has made good friends and very much enjoys the social life. The round-the-clock staff are very helpful and friendly and keep a good eye on him. With the station so close, it is very easy for all the family to visit him and the location at the centre of Oxted means that shops and a wide range of facilities are within a short walking distance.

I am writing to express my thanks to the management of Sycamore Court. My mother owns an apartment and has been very content living there. She is widowed and I live abroad, so it is a relief to know that she can live independently, but within a secure and supported environment. The facilities at Sycamore Court are excellent with meals when she wishes and spaces for clubs and social get togethers. I value that she can interact and keep busy, all on the premises, but can also take advantage of everything that Oxted has to offer due to Sycamore Court’s convenient location. When I have visited, the communal areas have always been spotless, well-appointed and the staff friendly. Sycamore Court allows the family peace of mind and quality for my mother at this stage of her life.

My mother has lived at Sycamore Court in Oxted for some time now, and I can honestly say it has been the perfect place for her. From the moment she moved in, she was welcomed into a warm, friendly community where she feels safe and supported. The staff are always kind and attentive, ensuring she has everything she needs whilst respecting her independence. The facilities are excellent and the beautifully maintained grounds and communal areas provide a lovely space for her to relax and socialise with other residents. Knowing she is happy and well cared for gives me great peace of mind. I would highly recommend Sycamore Court to anyone looking for a comfortable and caring environment for their loved one.