Mumby's Live-in Care

The Ark, Wantage Road, Frilford, Abingdon OX13 5NY
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  • Mumby's Live-in Care, Abingdon
Mumby’s Live-in Care is an award-winning, outstanding CQC-rated care provider that is family-led, with family values at the heart of everything they do. Clients, their families, staff and carers are all treated like family.

Founder, Ann Mumby, has over 30 years of care experience and provides a key leadership role to her team. Ann passionately believes that live-in care is a better option than a care home. Most people want to stay independent in their own home and having a professional live-in carer allows them to enjoy life to the full with respect, dignity and choice.

Since its inception in 2002, Mumby’s has helped over 2100 people remain independent in their own homes. They gained an Outstanding rating from the CQC (the independent regulator of health and social care in England) on 12 February 2019.

As well as providing the needed care to stay in the comfort and familiarity of home, Mumby’s Live-in Care also accommodates the important things like family, friends and neighbours, couples can stay together and clients can enjoy their interests when they want, enjoy their gardens and pets.

Mumby's offer care choices for people seeking care, with a fully-managed live-in carer option or an Introductory Service so clients and family can decide the best service for their situation.

At Mumby's Live-in Care they know how big the decision for care is. Their professionalism and passion for providing the very best personal care permeate every part of Mumby’s. The expert team sensitively support the decision-making process for care. They guide and provide all the information needed to make the right decision.

Fully-managed Live-in Care is provided to people in the South of England, including Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Hampshire, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Surrey, Somerset, Warwickshire, Wiltshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Middlesex and London. Mumby's Introductory Service is available across the whole of the UK.

Care Provided by Mumby's Live-in Care

  • Type of Service
  • Home Care Provider
  • Privately Owned
  • Specialist Care Categories
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Cancer Care
  • Cleaning Service
  • Companionship
  • Dementia
  • Domestic Services / Home Help
  • Drug Dependence (past or present)
  • Food Preparation & Serving
  • High Dependency Care, two carers attending
  • Laundry Service
  • Learning Disability
  • Medication Assistance
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Older Person Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Personal Hygiene Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite cover
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Shopping Service / Errands
  • Transportation Service
  • Other Care Provided
  • 24 Hour Care
  • Adult Home Care (18+)
  • Home Care for Children
  • Hospital Discharge
  • Live in Carer
  • Personal Care Assessments

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Mumby's Homecare Support Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Ann Mumby (Registered Manager)

Funding & Fees Guide for Mumby's Live-in Care

  • Prices
  • Fully managed Live-in care starts at £235 per day for a single client and £275 per day for a couple.
    Introductory service starts at £172 per day for a single client and £192 per day for a couple.


  • Please call Mumby's to discuss the care options for adult services and children services.


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Mumby's Live-in Care has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.750) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Mumby's Live-in Care has 50 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The experience I have had with both my carers has been excellent.
Both came from Poland so it was not easy with my dysarthria but they both made it work.
One of them gave me the confidence, but the other was the cleverer.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Chief Operating Officer at Mumby's Live-in Care

Thank you for your review. We use all the comments about our service so we can continue to improve. Thank you for your review on the staff who have supported you and allowed you to continue to be as independent as possible living in your own home. We value all your comments and look forward to continuing to support you.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The standard of care was excellent. The carer was kind and patient and looked after my mum exceptionally well. They got on really well and she cooked lovely food for mum. She was confident and capable with mums care needs.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Chief Operating Officer at Mumby's Live-in Care

Thank you for the glowing review. We pride ourselves on the quality of care that we provide and I am happy that your mum was able to receive this. We welcome all reviews so we can take any learning with all our clients.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our fit and healthy father had an ischaemic stroke and contracted viral encephalitis. Sadly he also went through medical negligence and required 18 months of hospitalisation. Finally, we were able to get our father home but sadly Social Services became a hurdle preventing our father from getting the
care that he required. We found Mumby's and were immediately impressed by the compassion and empathy that they showed both our father and us as a family. We were in regular contact with the staff who went above and beyond to help us safeguard our father and provided us with both professional advice and emotional support for a family at breaking point. At times we were in panic mode but the carer reassured us that Dad's needs could be met and put our minds at ease. One of the staff found a wonderful carer that met our father's requirements and on the 19th of November 2024, we finally got our father home! He is thriving with his live-in carer and will be forever grateful to this wonderful company. Thank you!

Reply from Ann Mumby, Manager at Mumby's Live-in Care

Many thanks, we are very glad we could help when you needed it.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mumby's provided exceptional live-in care for my Mum for nearly four years.
Our main live-in carer looked after Mum for most of that time. When Mum left hospital, staff thought she was end of life and would die within weeks. It was thanks to excellent care, food, and appropriate medication and equipment
that Mum lived for nearly four years.
The carer built a great rapport with Mum; she was loving and caring and could get the best out of Mum even as her dementia got worse. While Mum was capable of it, she entertained her with puzzles and games. She was committed to getting Mum outside. She was thorough, well-organised, clean and tidy. She was an excellent cook. She delivered prescribed medicines but also referred Mum to the GP or for specialist support.
Of course, she had longer breaks. Mumby's always provided a replacement carer. Some were exceptional; their different styles gave Mum variety. The office team were available to support the carers, including chasing medical services.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Chief Operating Officer at Mumby's Live-in Care

Thank you for your very kind words with regards to the Live-in care Mumbys provided for your Mum. It was an absolute pleasure to look after her for nearly four years and with the good care she was able to enjoy more years than expected.We like to use all our reviews with the aim or learning from them so we can continue to improve on our quality.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We used Mumby's for the five weeks preceding my husband's death. From the initial consultation to the experience of having a live-in carer, I can only say that Mumby's has been a godsend. Every contact has been both efficient and shown human warmth and understanding. Our carer had to deal with a quickly
changing situation which she did with extraordinarily calm capability. She looked after my husband with great skill, natural talent and devotion.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Chief Operating Officer at Mumby's Live-in Care

It was our pleasure to be able to support your husband in his own home. We were also very grateful to get to know you and your family which helped cement the care required for your husband which allowed you to have some very valuable time away for respite. We value all our responses to help us ensure we are delivering the Outstanding care everyone should have.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are very happy with Mumby's services and support given to my father. They also make the wider family feel at ease when visiting the home. We're very happy with the level of care and communication we receive from both the carers and the management team.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Chief Operating Officer at Mumby's Live-in Care

Dear Myrica, thank you for the excellent review. We use all our reviews to ensure we are able to improve our services.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My uncle is extremely well looked after by excellent carers who understand his need for sensitive, supporting care within his daily routine. Mumby's has, throughout, listened to any concerns we have had and dealt with them appropriately with kindness and patience to all concerned, and I would not hesitate
to recommend this company to other future clients.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Chief Operating Officer at Mumby's Live-in Care

Thank you for your excellent review of the care that we provide to your uncle. We use all our reviews to help with improving our service. Thank you for the recommendation.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are delighted with Mumby's services and support given to not just our mother, but also to the wider family.
As we do not live locally, we are entirely confident that Mumby's carers are in full control of the day-to-day needs. The level of communication between us and all the members of Mumby's team
is personal, high quality, timely and well-informed.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Chief Operating Officer at Mumby's Live-in Care

Thank you for the excellent review. We use all the comments to help us to improve our standard of care. We appreciate your comments regarding the team as we are a family-led business and like to make sure our clients and their families are an extension of ours.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been well looked after by the carers that they find for her. If she has a problem they are quick to resolve any issues.
We as a family are happy with the service we have received this year. Mumby’s go the extra mile and the staff are always there to help.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Chief Operating Officer at Mumby's Live-in Care

Dear Kathleen, thank you for the excellent review. We use all our positive comments to support our service going forward. We always aim to get a good match with carers and clients as we know this is vital to ensuring care has good continuity.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My brother has 2 main carers from Mumby's and others who come, when his main carers are not available. When I visit, (normally fortnightly) carers are conscientious, friendly and helpful.
They are meticulous about medication and support my brother appropriately without taking away what independence
he has. His two main carers are respectful and kind, and cooperate with whatever he wants to do, enhancing his independence. They attend to his personal care when needed. The main Carers are reliable, and manage the house well and my brother enjoys their cooking. I am so relieved to think he is safe in their hands.
Some carers might not enjoy the quiet rural setting full of wildlife where my brother lives but Mumby's are good at matching the Carer to his needs and environment. They also respond quickly if there are any issues which need sorting.
Excellent agency.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Chief Operating Officer at Mumby's Live-in Care

Thank you for your excellent response and ratings of our service. We are grateful for the comments on how we match our staff to clients. We believe this is paramount for the client and the carer to ensure the care runs smoothly and with good continuity. We look forward to continuing to support your brother in his own home.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have used Mumby's for live-in care for around a year now and we have been very happy with them. If there have been any issues, as there sometimes can be, we’ve contacted one of the staff members and she has always done her utmost to resolve it. We have a carer at present and she is such a great fit
for both my mum and our family. Mumby's takes the time to get the right carer and this makes the world of difference to us all as a family. Thank you.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Chief Operating Officer at Mumby's Live-in Care

Thank you for your excellent review. We will use any comments to help improve our service. We thoroughly enjoy looking after your Mum and are very happy this helps to give you and your family confidence with the care we provide.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We chose Mumby's because they employ their own staff, and they can match a suitable carer to the client taking into consideration their health and day-to-day care needs. However, the carer profile is not comprehensive enough, more details should be given with their experience in previous roles and relevant
care capabilities. What experience they have in certain areas.
The carers who worked out well with mother, were a great success, and we knew mother was being well looked after, however in the last year of our mother's life, she had many complex health needs, and, as she deteriorated, there were times when her behaviour was challenging, and some carers found this difficult to manage.
In the last weeks of her life, my mother needed palliative care, the carer managed to the best of her ability but not enough experience.
Mumbys are always willing to listen, and be supportive on the telephone, and give good advice when needed. I can recommend them as a good care agency.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Chief Operating Officer at Mumby's Live-in Care

Thank you for the feedback, we will use this information to help improve our service. We really enjoyed looking after your Mother, despite her occasional challenging days.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mumby's were very easy to deal with and were very flexible and accommodating as we struggled to tie down exact care needs and dates for my mother coming out of hospital. The carer provided was both good at providing personal care and had a very friendly and caring nature. The service provided was indispensable
and I would not hesitate to recommend Mumby's for live-in care.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Chief Operating Officer at Mumby's Live-in Care

Thank you for the outstanding review of the care you and your mum experienced with Mumbys Live-in Care. We were delighted to support Mum with her discharge from hospital and deliver the exact personal care that she required. We use all our reviews to help us understand how we can improve the service for current and future clients.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After almost a year, I have found Mumby's to be a highly competent and trustworthy care provider. Initially caring for my mother, they stayed to care for my father when she had to go to a nursing home. Their carers were proactive in keeping each other informed and sorting issues, working well as a team,
despite being very disparate characters. My parents and I feel we were very fortunate in choosing Mumby's. Sadly both parents now have to be.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Chief Operating Officer at Mumby's Live-in Care

Dear Nick, it was a great pleasure to have been asked to support Mum and Dad in their lovely home. Your positive feedback helps to ensure our services to our clients are outstanding. We wish you and your Mum and Dad well.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When my mum descended suddenly and unexpectedly into Alzheimer's, with no family living nearby, we tried to manage with daily visits from a care organisation, but this soon became insufficient. Luckily we found Mumby's Live-in Care, and have been matched with a lovely lady who takes great care of my
mum and it has taken such a terrible weight and anxiety off our shoulders. We are able to see our mum without the stress of being carers ourselves, while knowing that she is safe, eating well, and being looked after. Nothing will take away the terrible situation, but Mumby's have made it easier to manage.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Head of operations at Mumby's Live-in Care

Dear Jacqueline, thank you for your positive response on the care provided for your Mother. Your reviews help us to continue to improve our service but we were very happy we could support you in the way you wished for.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has dementia and after some time in hospital for a broken hip, it became apparent he needed more support at home. We were recommended Mumby's Live-in Care by a family friend and from the moment I rang for an initial chat I knew it was the right choice. Care, compassion, understanding, knowledge
and as important, for our family, a sense of humour. Dad is happy, mum is happy so - as an only child - I’m happy!
Our carer is just the ideal match and has quickly become part of our little family. She is fantastic with Dad but provides support to Mum and me too as we navigate this difficult journey together.
We did not choose the situation we are in and wouldn’t wish it on anyone. But we did choose Mumbys and for that I’m grateful.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Head of operations at Mumby's Live-in Care

Dear Sarah - thank you for your outstanding review of our services for Mum and Dad. It is a pleasure to support them both and we are pleased the carer is a good match. Mumbys use the reviews to ensure we continue to provide outstanding service to our clients.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mumbys on the whole have been unbelievable in this complex situation regarding my mother who had a stroke and was left unable to walk or talk and then lost my father suddenly. They have helped make it possible for my mother to remain in her own home feeling supported and secure which is very important
to her and us as a family. The team are always on hand whenever we have any queries or concerns and they are a support and comfort to me as well as my mother.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Head of operations at Mumby's Live-in Care

Thank you Natalie for your positive comments. This helps us to ensure we are delivering the correct care.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

We had 2 live-in carers from Mumby's. The first left after 5 days following complaints from the supporting carers. Her care was rough, disorganised and outdated. The second was a companion, not a carer suitable for my mum's needs. She was incompetent, apparently little trained and as the days continued,
increasingly unsupported and unhelpful. We have not renewed the contract and will be writing to the CQC about them.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Head of Operations at Mumby's Live-in Care

Thank you for your review. I am sorry that you felt the service provided did not meet your requirements but thank you for the review as this does help us to improve the service where necessary.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mumby's have provided live-in care to my elderly parents these past six months. We have been so impressed at the professionalism and kindness of Mumby's carers. Clearly, they are very well trained for their roles, but it is their sensitive approach during difficult moments that really stands out. This
is matched by a very impressive administration/management team for whom nothing is too much trouble. We recommend Mumbys without reservation.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Head of operations at Mumby's Live-in Care

Dear A K, thank you for the review of our services. We use reviews to showcase our business but also help us to improve where necessary.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mumby's employs very kind and helpful people who are dedicated to providing good care. They have enabled my mother to keep living in her own home at a time - during the pandemic - when there were higher risks to move her to a care home. We are very grateful for their work and it has been a reel pleasure
to get to know them.

Reply from Nancy Walters, Head of operations at Mumby's Live-in Care

Thank you for your review. It helps us to grow and maintain our outstanding business.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.750)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.750) out of 10 for Mumby's Live-in Care is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Home Care Provider is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.750 for Mumby's Live-in Care is calculated as follows: ( (74 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 92 Ratings = 4.75

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows: 3 points for the first Positive Review, 2 points in total for each of the next 9 Positive Reviews (1st = 3, 2nd = 0.5, 3rd = 0.5, 4th = 0.25, 5th = 0.25, 6th = 0.1, 7th = 0.1, 8th = 0.1, 9th = 0.1, 10th = 0.1)

    The 5 points relating to the number of Positive Reviews for Mumby's Live-in Care is based on 16 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as follows: 3 + 0.5 + 0.5 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 5

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Home Care Provider does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 12 Feb 2019

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Outstanding

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    Good
  • Effective

    Outstanding
  • Responsive

    Good
  • Safe

    Good
  • Well-led

    Outstanding

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Meet the Team (5)

Ann

Ann Mumby

Job Title: Director

Joined: 2002

Ann Mumby is a registered Nurse with 20 years’ experience of running a nursing and care agency. Previously to setting up Mumby’s, Ann ran a branch of one of the major home care providers in Berkshire, it was here that she realised she could provide a better standard of care to her clients through her own live-in care business, hence Mumby’s.


Trevor

Trevor Mumby

Job Title: Director

Joined: 2002

In 1979 Ann moved to Saudi Arabia where she met her husband Trevor.
Trevor is a recognised psychoanalyst, a Senior Associate Member of The Royal Society of Medicine, Associate Member of the American Group Psychotherapy Association and also a Member of the British Association of Social Workers.
He is also the author of Conducting Well-Being With Dementia In The Family and helps maintain and improve Mumby’s high standards of dementia care expertise.
M.Sc. B.A.S.W


Nancy

Nancy Walters

Job Title: Director of Operations

Joined: 2020

Nancy has been working in Health and Social care for over 10 years, working overseas in Germany with the British Armed Forces.


She joined Mumby’s in July 2020 as Head of Operations. Nancy dedicates her time to ensuring the clients of Mumby’s continue to receive the Outstanding care they deserve in their own homes.


Isabelle

Isabelle Mumby

Job Title: Commercial Manager

Joined: 2019

Isabelle's primary focus is to raise the profile of Mumby's Live in Care. She seeks new working opportunities with other care providers and community organisations.


Monika

Monika Harris

Job Title: Head of Training & Compliance

Joined: 2021

Monika oversees all new carers throughout their probation period, conducting all training and on-site observations. She makes sure that Mumby's carers relevant skills and knowledge are to an outstanding standard.


Monika has a BA in Social Work, qualified in Portable Health Care Skills and is a qualified first aider.


Frequently Asked Questions about Mumby's Live-in Care

What Type of Services does Mumby's Live-in Care offer?

Mumby's Live-in Care offers Home Care.

How many Carers does Mumby's Live-in Care employ?

Mumby's Live-in Care employs 100 carers.