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Abney & Baker - Melksham

Oakwood House, 7 Spa Road, Melksham, Wiltshire SN12 7NP
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They were happy to do anything that was needed yet always found time for a friendly chat.Caroline F(Client / Service User)
Abney & Baker - Melksham, Melksham
The staff team are genuinely interested in the person they are supportingF L(Daughter of Client/Service User)
Abney & Baker - Melksham, Melksham
The staff members and management team offer an outstanding serviceF L(Daughter of Client/Service User)
Abney & Baker - Melksham, Melksham

Abney & Baker provide high-quality care services designed not only to support clients in living as happily, comfortably, and independently as possible in their own homes, but also to promote preventative care that helps maintain wellbeing and independence for longer.

From offices in Bath and Melksham, Abney & Baker serve clients across Bath and West Wiltshire, including Melksham, Corsham, Chippenham, Devizes and Trowbridge. They are a highly regarded provider of care...  

Care Provided by Abney & Baker - Melksham

Types of Home Care

  • Visiting Care
  • Live-in Care
  • 24 Hour Care
  • Overnight Care (Sleeping)

Minimum Visit Duration (Visiting Care)

  • 30 minutes

Contract Durations

  • Ongoing / Long Term
  • Respite / Short Term

Age Ranges

  • Older Person Care (65+)
  • Younger Adult Care (18-65)

Personal Care Services

  • Washing & Dressing
  • Toileting Assistance
  • Medication Assistance (Oral)
  • Companionship
  • Continence Care
  • Feeding & Drinking Assistance

Household Services

  • Cleaning Service
  • Food Preparation & Serving
  • Laundry Service
  • Shopping Service / Errands
  • Transportation Service

Other Care Provided

  • Dementia
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Cancer Care
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • Hospital Discharge

Funding & Fees

Daily Charges per Person

  • Hourly Visiting Care Fees: £36.75 - £40.95
  • Weekly Live-in Care Fees: £1,695 - £1,995

To help make sure you have all the information you need to make a decision, one of our Client Support Managers will meet you for a Support Plan Design visit. At the time, we will discuss the support you want and design a care plan that will ensure your needs are met in the most cost effective way for you.

The price(s) shown are provided by the agency. Contact Abney & Baker - Melksham for full pricing details and T&Cs.

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Funding Types Accepted

  • Private Funding (Self-funded)
  • Direct Payments (from Local Authority/NHS)
  • Local Authority (Contracted Provider)
  • NHS (Contracted Provider)

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Debbie House (Business Manager)

Abney & Baker - Melksham Reviews (46)

9.8

Abney & Baker - Melksham has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.799) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Abney & Baker - Melksham has 46 reviews.

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Review from Mike C (Son of Client) published on 15 May 2023 Submitted via Website
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If you are looking for a compassionate, caring and professional team to care for an elderly loved one, then these guys are simply the best. All of the staff provided first-class care for our 97-year-old mother who passed away peacefully at home.

Reply from Ian Willis, Director at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Thank you so much for your review. We’re over the moon that you think we’re the best.

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Review from R R (Niece of Client) published on 12 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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During the last month, my aunt has had some additional medical issues so I have been staying with her. I have met a number of her carers and they have all been so friendly and kind to my aunt. I am so grateful for them contacting me when I have not been here and they have concerns over her. A very caring and helpful team.

Reply from Ian Willis, Director at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Thank you so much for your lovely words. It's a pleasure to be able to support your aunt.

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Review from A S (Client / Service User) published on 9 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Always friendly and helpful, prepared to explain what they are doing.

Reply from Ian Willis, Director at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We really appreciate it.

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Review from J C (Client / Service User) published on 5 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very happy, always very helpful.

Reply from Ian Willis, Director at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Thank you so much for leaving us a review. It’s great to hear that you’re very happy with our care and support.

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Review from A B (Client / Service User) published on 10 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have been receiving help with cleaning from Abney & Baker since June 2021 and am very happy with their service. Almost without exception, the person who is sent to do the work is pleasant and polite and does a really good job. The office is easy to contact and the attitude of the company is one of friendly concern.

Reply from Ian Willis, Director at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm happy you're so pleased with our service and our team.

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Review from F L (Daughter of Client) published on 18 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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Abney & Baker Home Care provide an excellent service. I have been extremely impressed by the management and the staff team who are extremely caring, pleasant, friendly, professional and really get to know the person they are supporting, showing real understanding and empathy about how they would like to be supported being responsive to their needs. The staff team are genuinely interested in the person they are supporting and includes all the family members.
The staff members and management team offer an outstanding service, they use their initiative, they are organised and make sure the person is safe and supported in the right way. The service is very reliable and goes out of its way to help. The staff team know the person's personal preferences and have the knowledge and skills to be able to support them.

It is very rare to meet such a dedicated, flexible, caring support agency. The service is well-led, and organised. Well done, Abney & Baker Home Care.

Reply from Ian Willis, Director at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Wow! thank you so much for your review. That's made our day. I'm delighted that we're making such a difference to your family. We'll be sure to share your feedback with the whole team.

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Review from Lisa M (Wife of Client) published on 2 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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The best care we have ever had as they don't just support my husband but also his wife too.

Reply from Ian Willis, Director at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Thank you so much for your lovely review. I'm so glad you're finding us a support to both of you.

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Review from Eleanore D (Daughter of Client) published on 10 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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I really can’t put into words how grateful I am to everyone at Abney & Baker. The service and care provided to my mum when she was discharged from hospital was excellent. It was reassuring to be able to trust the staff to care for mum safely in her own home and I’m sure her quick recovery can largely be attributed to the gentle, friendly, professional care she received from every member of staff. I searched for a number of solutions to help support my mum, Abney & Baker stands out against all the other care providers. It’s refreshing to find a company that genuinely cares and works with the client to make their life better. From helping my mum with personal care to emptying her bin, washing up, and making her day with a good chat, the service provided cannot be faulted. She was always treated with kindness and respect. The support provided by Abney & Baker made a big difference to our lives, during a very difficult period. We highly recommend this fantastic company.

Reply from Ian Willis, Director at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It will mean so much to our care team to see this. It was a real pleasure to be able to support your mother during her recovery.

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Review from Caroline F (Client / Service User) published on 27 January 2022 Submitted via Website
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Your friendly and caring staff have been a significant part of my recovery. They were reliable and always kept a good time; knowing they were coming was very reassuring both for me and my family. They were happy to do anything that was needed yet always found time for a friendly chat. I cannot recommend Abney and Baker highly enough.

Reply from Ian Willis, Director at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts about our service. I’m so pleased we were able to help support you as you recovered. It was a pleasure.

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Review from James M (Son of Client) published on 8 February 2021 Submitted via Website
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Fantastic company that made the whole process of finding care effortless. All the carers are amazing and work hard in making my mother's life as comfortable as possible. They will do pretty much anything and knowing that they are there each day is a great comfort.

Reply from Ian Willis, Director at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Thank you for such a wonderful review. I’m so pleased we’re able to make a difference to your mother’s life and give you that extra bit of reassurance.

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Review from Julie L (Daughter of Client) published on 3 February 2021 Submitted via Website
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We were very nervous about instructing Abney & Baker as our mum who suffers from Alzheimer's has not reacted well to other carers in the past, but we soon realised that mum was in safe hands. In fact, Abney & Baker had been recommended to us by a friend. All of the girls who visited mum were lovely; patient, kind, courteous, understanding. All of the admin staff we dealt with were professional, understanding and extremely responsive. We had no concerns or issues whatsoever and I would not hesitate to recommend Abney & Baker.

Reply from Ian Willis, Director at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Thank you for your very kind review. I'm so pleased that we were able to help and allow Mum to become comfortable with the idea of being supported.

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Review from P B (Son of Client) published on 17 April 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very professional throughout all aspects of the organisation.

Reply from Ian Willis, Director at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Thank you for your fantastic feedback. I’ll make sure to share it with the whole team.

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Review from B J (Client / Service User) published on 6 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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Each carer has their own way of doing the chores that need to be done, but they are all willing and careful. They have always carried out the jobs I have requested them to do, with a smile and no grumbling. They are always willing and happy.

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Review from David (Son of Client) published on 6 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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Extremely caring. They have helped Mum a lot.

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Review from James D (Client / Service User) published on 2 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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Lovely carers who are all proficient in their work - but it's far, far more than that. In all weathers, there's always a smile at the door and happy banter to follow. In difficult times you are serving not only to help but to lift both (father and son) our spirits - thank you.

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Review from T C (Client / Service User) published on 17 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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Staff always helpful. Nothing is too much trouble.

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Review from D C (Client / Service User) published on 16 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card
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Post-hospital care needed to be set up very quickly with a number of unknown and uncertain timings. Abney & Baker were able to provide carer to cover the need. It would have been better if there had been consistency of carer and a greater choice of timing of visits but excellent given the short notice.

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Review from P A (Niece of Client) published on 15 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Abney & Baker provide a wonderful service with friendly and caring staff. They always carry out their duties in a cheerful and dignified manner and are attentive in making sure everything is done properly. I would not hesitate to recommend them.

Reply from Ian Willis, at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Thank you so much for your very kind words. I'm delighted you're so happy with our service and will be sure to pass your comments on to the team.

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Review from J J (Client / Service User) published on 5 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Excellent staff, kind, caring, cheerful and professional.

Reply from Ian Willis, at Abney & Baker - Melksham

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your views about our service. I’m delighted we’ve made such a positive impact and I’ll make sure I share your feedback with the team.

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Review from S C (Daughter of Client) published on 12 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Very well presented covering all aspects of my mothers care.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 07 July 2025
Overall Good
  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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News (10)

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  • Posted: Friday 19 Dec 2025As families come together over the Christmas period, it’s often the first time in a while that relatives spend extended time with older loved ones. Subtle changes can become more...
  • Posted: Friday 12 Sep 2025Abney & Baker has launched a new preventative care approach designed to help people stay stronger, live more independently, and ultimately need less care. Building on the success of its...
  • Posted: Friday 18 Jul 2025As preventative care champions, we want to help educate older adults and their loved ones, and this new EverFit courss is a great start. This brand-new, practical, online, self-paced Fall...

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Meet the Team (5)

Debbie House Job Title: Business Manager
Debbie House

Debbie manages both the West Wiltshire and Bath teams.

Paula Eaves Job Title: Community Support Manager
Paula Eaves

Paula is one of our Community Support Managers covering the West Wiltshire area.

Karen Lowe Job Title: Community Support Manager
Karen Lowe

Karen is one of our Community Support Managers covering the West Wiltshire area.

Alex Andrei Job Title: Deputy Community Support Manager
Alex Andrei

Alex works from our Melksham office and out in the community supporting our care & support team.

Tracey Dixey Job Title: Deputy Community Support Manager Joined: 2025
Tracey Dixey

Supporting clients across West Wiltshire.

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How many Carers does Abney & Baker - Melksham employ?

Abney & Baker - Melksham employs 50 carers.

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