Sir, As a recent resident of Bridge house, Abingdon, I must say that I did not recognise the conditions described in your article of May 7. I went for two weeks’ respite care after an operation and during my stay I was impressed by all the staff who were unfailingly caring, pleasant and friendly.

I cannot speak highly enough of my time there and have been recommending it to everyone.

Margaret Butcher

Coromandel

Abingdon