
Outstanding care staff and wonderful management. A real home from homeJ C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

She has been well cared for by staff, made friends with other residents and enjoyed the activitiesJ R(Goddaughter of Resident/Service User)

I couldn't have hoped for a better home for my sister than The Spinney.F C(Sister of Resident/Service User)

Outstanding care staff and wonderful management. A real home from homeJ C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

She has been well cared for by staff, made friends with other residents and enjoyed the activitiesJ R(Goddaughter of Resident/Service User)

I couldn't have hoped for a better home for my sister than The Spinney.F C(Sister of Resident/Service User)

The Spinney Care Home provides award-winning residential and residential dementia care with dignity, love and compassion.
With a focus on making life meaningful every day, residents enjoy a holistic, varied schedule of activities and events designed to promote their health and wellbeing. These include music and movement sessions, arts and crafts, as well as live performances, themed parties, animal therapy and minibus excursions to local places of interest.
The Spinney is...
Care Provided by The Spinney Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 48 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Spinney Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Spinney Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Carebase
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Lisa Wright(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2008
Room Information
- Single Rooms (38)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (5)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)
Visiting
- Residents' visitors are always welcome. There are no restrictions around visiting times/days.
Parking
- There is limited on-site parking, however, parking is free and plentiful on Forest View.
The Spinney Care Home Reviews (74)
The Spinney Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.652) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Spinney Care Home has 74 reviews.
It's still early days but the level of care and attentiveness has been very very good.
The home is a home from home. Everyone is so friendly, helpful and really engaging. My grandchildren have visited and love The Spinney and the family events and always asking when they can visit again. My friend also loves them visiting her and so grateful that the home allows this without any restrictions. My friend's friend usually has lunch when she visits and always enjoys it and I enjoy the buffets that are laid out on event days. I do not hesitate to recommend the home to my friends .
The Spinney is a caring, friendly well run care home. My mother has been here for nearly 4 years now and is well cared for and comfortable and I feel I can speak to staff regarding any problems if there was to be. The entertainment at the Spinney is great - always something going on for residents to do and they go on great trips out.
They've listened and arranged different meals for her without any fuss.
She's going on trips and joining in with activities that she would never have done previously.
Firstly, The Spinney has the most wonderful carers and staff who provide first class person centered care, which is always kind, professional, positive and upbeat.
Secondly, The Spinney has exceptional activities including a weekly outing, entertainment and daily activities (including a monthly visiting pet and I can see my mother is so happy to interact with these lovely, friendly animals).
Thirdly, the location of The Spinney is a joy. It's so beautiful being next to the Forest/golf course. I believe this enhances everyone's overall well-being (residents, staff and visitors).
My mother is very silent now but she still enjoys short walks and when I visit, weather permitting we walk down Forest View and she does like to look at the trees and nature around.
The staff not only care for and support the client they also support family, and friends.
There are plenty of regular activities during the day for those who wish to join in and weekly outings in Mini bus.
I would have no hesitation in recommending The Spinney care home.
My mum moved into The Spinney after a stay in hospital. The difference in her general wellbeing and mobility in the last couple of months has been so good to see. She is well looked after and cared for which gives me huge peace of mind.
I viewed a dozen care homes while looking to place my friend (i have POA) and the Spinney is heads and shoulders above any of the others I saw.
Whenever I visit there is a calm and friendly atmosphere. The staff are helpful and personable and the place is always spotless. It feels more like a hotel then a carehome.
My friend was in a bad way, struggling at home alone but now is the most healthy and happy Ive seen her in years.
Highly recommended.
A lovely care home with kind friendly staff who really look after the residents. Engagement with family and friends is really good and the home put on lots of activities for the residents. Good food with an in house chef and you can have a friendly chat in the coffee bar called the Bistro.
The care staff are friendly, supportive and caring and always attentive to their residents needs with quick response time. The kitchen catering is generally very good with a variety of decent menus.
Overall, I would say The Spinney is a first class care home and is highly recommended.
She cannot get involved with any activities now so misses out and mostly only eats toast.
Thank you so much for your lovely words about our team - I will be sure to pass them on to them. Please be assured we will continue to ensure your mother-in-law is always as comfortable and engaged as possible, creating meaningful moments of connection with her, relaxation through multi-sensory...
Mum has been a resident since late 2023, and we know that she is being cared for, and the staff will always let us know if there are any issues with her health, or anything she needs.
The Spinney is a lovely home, and the atmosphere is very friendly and caring. Our Mum loves her weekly bingo session and enjoys the visits from local school children.
Great care home. Carers are very good and management are always available to talk to if there is anything that needs to be discussed. I think the food is the only thing that lets the care home down. It's nicely cooked but portion sizes are small, not enough vegetables at all and no proper hot meal at night. Supermarket bread thst is used for evening sandwiches is low quality. I think the nutritional value of meals are not great and it seems like it is business profit over nutrition.
Thank you for your kind words about our home and team, and for taking the time to leave a review. I was sorry to hear your concerns about the food but appreciated the chance to speak with you and explain our approach. Our menus are planned in partnership with residents to offer a variety of...
From the very beginning of my husbands stay, I have received nothing but warmth and cooperation even in those small moments when I have had cause to be concerned and I was always listened to.
The toughness of my situation has been hugely helped by the listening ears of the staff generally.
The phone line is annoying bug I gather will be improved on. I have also made my own comments to staff regarding close watching of my husband and they have responded even during busy times.
Overall I am very pleased with all that is done to look after my dear husbsnd.
My mum has been a resident of The Spinney for over 2 years. The home is well run by a team of caring and approachable, professional people who have shown that they clearly take my mum's welfare seriously and provide the best care for her. I can't recommend The Spinney highly enough.
I couldn't have hoped for a better home for my sister than The Spinney. Not only are all the staff open and caring but they go the extra mile to tailor care for her needs. The management fosters a happy atmosphere for residents and staff and values everyone. The kitchen staff and maintenance team are also amazing. Truly an outstanding care home.
Well done.
The location is peaceful & quiet being opposite a golf course & a forest with only very limited neighbour traffic. The building is modern well maintained & spotlessly clean. The staff are delightful, friendly & professional. No temporary staff. The activities are first-class & imaginative. Also, several interesting varied excursions are made each week out of the home to maintain interest & avoid “cabin fever”. Food is tasty healthy & varied. A very positive & happy ambience radiates from the Spinney. Thank you from a grateful son.
My mother has been a resident since June 2023 and the staff are constantly working to ensure that the residents have everything they need to make their life in The Spinney Care Home a real home. The activities each week are varied and when there is any "special" date (birthdays, bank holidays etc.) the building and public areas are decorated appropriately, with activities and parties to match; friends and family are actively encouraged to come and join in. My mother particularly enjoyed the Christmas party; a glass of "bubbles" and the singer that was booked was superb, mixing songs from residents' youth with some more popular songs from the 60s, 70s and 80s. The afternoon tea laid on by the chef was properly celebratory - poached salmon and homemade sausage rolls were outstanding. On Christmas Eve, all the residents received a present from Santa and many of the staff gave personal cards out too. This is the most relaxed I have seen Mum for a long time.
My godmother was reluctant to leave her lifelong home but has been very happy at The Spinney. She has been well cared for by staff, made friends with other residents and enjoyed the activities and visits. She especially loves the garden and being able to watch the wildlife from her window. It's lovely that there is a hair salon onsite and the weekly GP visits are very reassuring.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 03 October 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (7) & Events (2)
- 15 May 2026
Residents at a care home in Chingford are embracing a new hip hop exercise class that helps to improve their mobility, strength, and coordination. Located on Forest View in Chingford,...
- 22 Dec 2025
Doris Griffiths, aged 101, felt quite the celebrity as she turned on the Christmas lights at the Chingford care home where she has been a resident for six years. Doris,...
- 14 Oct 2025
An aeroplane-themed celebration was the only way to go for model aircraft fan and former RAF serviceman, Ken Marsh, to mark his 100th birthday. A resident at The Spinney Care...
- 10 Aug 2026Organiser: The Spinney Care Home
- 13 Aug 2026Organiser: The Spinney Care Home
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Meet the Team (1)

Over 13 years ago, Lisa was interviewed on a Radio 4 programme, designed to show people the potential of being able to build a rewarding career in the care sector.
Shortly after, she joined a care home as a carer and never looked back.
Since then, Lisa has gained a wealth of experience in care homes, whilst also spending time in a nursing care home setting building valuable skills and knowledge. However, her passion has always been for residential care and supporting people to build and retain as much independence as possible.
In 2018 she joined our Spinney family as a senior carer before being promoted to our deputy manager in 2021.
Mum to Kayleigh, and Nan to granddaughter Ella, Lisa is married to her husband David and together they enjoy frequent walks in the Essex countryside, and city breaks exploring different cultures and cuisines. She also loves fresh flowers and enjoys brightening her home with her creative arrangements.
Speaking about The Spinney Lisa said: “The Spinney is my second home and I love spending time with our amazing residents, their loved ones and our dedicated team. There is nothing more fulfilling to me than knowing we are making a positive difference to the lives of each person we support and care for and I’ll be forever grateful I was introduced to the care sector all of those years ago – managing our home is truly an honour.”
Frequently Asked Questions about The Spinney Care Home
What types of Care is The Spinney Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does The Spinney Care Home have?
There are 38 Single Rooms and 5 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at The Spinney Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is The Spinney Care Home to the centre of London?
11.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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