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Torkington House is one of the top ranked care homes in London* and offers not-for-profit award-winning residential and dementia care. Situated in converted Edwardian property in a peaceful tree-lined road in Acton, West London, Torkington House is accessible to public transport and local facilities. Rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in October 2020, Torkington House follows a well-established approach that supports independence, wellbeing, and personal choice. Residents enjoy...
Care Provided by Torkington House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 32 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees are set based on the specific care needs of each individual. Fees come with Greensleeves Care's unique Home for Life financial assurance and, as a not-for-profit home, every penny goes towards high-quality care, never shareholders. Give the home a call today for more details.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Torkington House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Torkington House 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
- Greensleeves Care
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Margaret Siriwardena (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
Room Information
- Single Rooms (32)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (23)
Visiting
- Any time
Parking
- Parking facility available
Torkington House Reviews (68)
Torkington House has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.624) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Torkington House has 68 reviews.
An outstanding manager at Torkington House means the care home is run with compassion, dedication, humour, an understanding of the needs and of the individual character of each resident, and every member of staff is welcoming, kind, caring, and never harsh. Any concerns are always listened to and dealt with immediately with sensible solutions.
Visitors are welcomed, and there is never a problem taking my mother out, even at short notice, which is marvellous. The beautifully kept garden is a source of great joy for residents, and a splendid summer party was organised there, with delicious food, good music, grandchildren in evidence, and the local MP drawing the raffle, (all residents got a prize). We have another invitation for a Christmas party already, showing the manager's wish for the residents to feel part of the community.
My 97-year-old, previously independent living, mother has made the transition with ease, and the care she receives has given us all huge peace of mind.
My husband was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease aged 64 years in 2011. I first visited Torkington House three years ago, feeling apprehensive and saddened at the prospect of arranging day care for him, but I was received with such kindness by the home manager, who was able to answer all my questions and put my mind at ease. He has now been attending the day care service three or four times a week for the past three years, where he is always made to feel most welcome and the excellent care he receives is given in such a kind and respectful way by all members of the staff. He is currently in respite care which has enabled me to have a much-needed break from being a full-time carer in the knowledge that he is safe and being so very well cared for. I hope to be able to continue to care for my husband at home but Torkington House will most certainly be my choice of residential care home should I need to consider full-time residential care for him in the future.
Torkington House is a well run and 'homely' residential facility. It is led by a fantastic manager and senior team who are focused on meeting the needs of the residents. The team is supported by many longstanding and committed care staff.
My mum generally feels well cared for and looked after; residents and their relatives are consulted on matters to do with the home; relatives can visit/drop in at almost any time and requests are accommodated. On the rare occasion when I have raised issues with the home, these matters have been resolved in a sensitive and constructive way.
The home works hard to engage residents in activities, even the quiet ones like my mum! There are also a number of joyful well organised and well attended annual events for residents, family and friends.My mum has been at Torkington for almost 10 years and I would not hesitate to recommend it to others.
My mother has been a resident at Torkington House on a self-funding basis for over 3 years. The care and service she has received has been truly excellent. If any issues have arisen, the communication has been timely and professional at all times. I genuinely believe that Torkington House is one of the best care homes in the UK. I would not want to select any individual for exceptional care/service as all the staff are very caring which is a credit to their training and the Management at Torkington. Finally, Torkington House should be used as an example to other care homes to show how the elderly can be properly cared for in terms of their dignity and general well being.
I am extremely happy that my Cousin is in Torkington House. She has quite severe dementia, and the nursing care is superb. All the nurses as far as I know have been very kind and attentive to her and she always looks well cared for and respectable.
She does find the temperature of the room to be too high at times, and is unable to control the heating due to an old and broken heater.
My cousin is a somewhat untidy and messy person, but I feel that better cleaning of her room, particularly to dusting and carpet cleaning is required.
From the moment my aunt went to the care home I have been extremely pleased. It is very clean, well run and with lots going on. The staff from the manager down are all very warm and friendly and very professional.
Before and after my mother died, everyone at Torkington was most caring and considerate and helped me and my family come to terms with our loss. Indeed, it was clearly their loss as well. I cannot recommend the home highly enough, it is just about the right size for a home that can treat everyone as individuals and maintain their dignity and autonomy as much as possible.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 24 October 2020Good
- 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 (9) & Events (0)
- 12 Jun 2026
We're proud to share that Greensleeves Care has been named among the Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2026. With more than 60 colleagues currently undertaking apprenticeships across our homes,...
- 02 Mar 2026
Greensleeves Care has once again been recognised in the carehome.co.uk Top 20 Large Care Home Groups in England for 2026 – a remarkable milestone and the organisation’s ninth consecutive year...
- 04 Dec 2025
Greensleeves Care is celebrating a milestone achievement — with three of its care homes, Lavender Fields in Sevenoaks, The Manor in Windsor, and Broadlands in Suffolk, becoming the first in...
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Awards / Recognitions (14)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Greensleeves Care
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Greensleeves Care
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Torkington House
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (4)

I am committed to providing every resident with a safe, homely and warm environment at Torkington House. Our residents are the most important people on our premises and we are dependent on them. I take a close personal interest and an active involvement in every aspect of daily life at Torkington House creating a working environment which will attract, motivate and develop my team. I believe in having an open, honest and fair approach in everything I do. I have instigated various changes to the home which gives a feeling of homeliness for visitors and residents alike providing a home from home environment.

the confidence to boost my skills.

Nutrition and Dietetics, QCF Level 3 qualification and hospital setting
experience to good use. I thrive in the warm atmosphere at Torkington House where everybody is being treated as a family and where there is a culture of providing high standards of care to the residents.

so that no one is left out. My hobbies include singing, swimming, travel and socialising.
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