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St Leonards is an award winning purpose built, two storey, courtyard style home, that has been tastefully furnished and equipped as one of B&M Care's superior care homes.
Accommodation is provided in single en suite rooms, all of which may be personalised.
St Leonards offers a choice of lounges, dining...
Care Provided by St Leonards Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 45 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent 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
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact St Leonards Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact St Leonards 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
- B&M Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Martin Sharp(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (45)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (45)
St Leonards Care Home Reviews (47)
St Leonards Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.684) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Leonards Care Home has 47 reviews.
St Leonards Care Home is a real community, making each resident feel valued. There is such a happy atmosphere throughout the home and the staff are so caring to everyone, residents and visitors included. It is efficiently run, everywhere is beautifully clean -a real home from home! Well done.
Thank you for your kind words, we truly appreciate your message and your words mean a lot to us.
I am very impressed with everything about St Leonards. There is a lovely, family atmosphere and a very stable caring staff who treat the residents with loving respect. Family are welcome at any time. The manager sets an excellent example approachable and taking an active interest in all the residents. They are very responsive to him and his care for them as individuals. Although I wish I could manage my husband at home (he has advanced dementia) this is the next best arrangement for us both, I'm grateful he's in St Leonards.
Thank you for the lovely review. It's an absolute pleasure having your husband here and having you as part of the St Leonards family.
Before coming to St Leonards, my husband was in another care home, which was a disaster. Since coming to St Leonard's, my husband is 100% better. Care staff and activities - espeically getting outside in fresh air. I cannot fault St Leonards in any way!!
Thank you for your lovely review. Absolute pleasure looking after him and you are both a big part of the St Leonards family.
We feel blessed to have found St. Leonard's and are confident and reassured that Mum is 100% happy.
Thank you so much for the lovely review. It is our pleasure having her with us.
Living so far away, I am totally secure in the knowledge that the staff are not only keeping mum safe but are actively ensuring that she feels loved and cared for. She is thriving at the age of 85 and that is a wonderful thing.
A year ago I was faced with making the hardest of decisions knowing I could no longer cope at home. I visited many care homes, after repeated word of mouth recommendations, I visited St Leonard's Care Home. From the minute I stepped in it felt "right", a home away from home. Where I still have input in my husbands care, but he is looked after by a team of people with competence and compassion. I wanted somewhere where the TV wasn't the only activity, somewhere warm (in every way), comfortable and clean. Somewhere I felt confident he would be well cared for. A year on I can say I've found it.
Thankyou for the lovely review. You and your husband are a big part of our St Leonards Family.
I just love St Leonards Care Home. What a wonderful care home, all the staff are welcoming and friendly and they genuinely do care that mum is as happy and comfortable as she can possibly be. Her bedroom is spacious and everywhere is extremely clean. There are small courtyard gardens as well as larger garden areas which enhance the living areas and are lovely in the summer. The food looks really good and the menu is varied with lots of refreshments being served through the day. I know Mum is being care for with respect and dignity in an environment that manages to be spacious but still feel cosy and homely. I feel my Mum is valued as an individual and everything possible is done to make her feel respected and a part of the St. Leonards family. It makes such a difference knowing she is being cared for so well. I can't thank the staff enough.
Thank you for the lovely review. We are happy Mum is settling in well and has become part of our St Leonard's family.
The home itself is warm and cosy, and very clean, very much a home from home.
The manager is very approachable, as are all the members of staff.
I would have no hesitation, at all, in recommending this home for a loved one.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are very much looking forward to her 100th birthday next month!
The bedrooms are spacious and comfortable and we have been encouraged to take any of Dad's own possessions in that will help him feel at home to make it his home!
The communal areas are lovely and bright looking over beautiful views of the gardens.
There is always organised activities suited for all abilities and the residents are encouraged to join in. It's wonderful to see Dad taking part. All the residents are all treated with the utmost respect and dignity. All staff show everyone their love, and care of the highest standard.
We truly cannot praise the attitude, professionalism, and dedication of the Management and staff. And would recommend SL Care Home without hesitation.
Thank you for the lovely review. It is an absolute pleasure having Dad here and we are very happy he has settled so well.
All the staff that I have met have been kind and caring. Dad has enjoyed the numerous outings and activities organised by the home. I know that he is in safe hands.
We are so happy Dad has settled - as his smile lights up our day.
My Mum has been with St Leonards Care Home for two and a half years now and I don't know what I would have done with out them. They are great at what they do and keeping up with Mum's for ever changing situation. They are great at being inclusive to all and encouraging Mum to join in. I feel welcomed when I visit and feels like I am visiting mum at home. Thank you to all the staff for all there hard work a lot of it which we do not see.
Thank you for your lovely review, it is a pleasure having Mum here.
My husband has dementia and from time to time needs to have respite care to enable me to have a break and re-charge my batteries. After over 60 years of marriage, it is very difficult to leave him in someone else's care but I couldn't have been happier with the care he received at St Leonards Care Home. The manager and his team couldn't have been kinder and the care was first class.
Thank you for the lovely review. We always love seeing you both, you will always be a part of St Leonards.
Husband was full of his experience. Before, he had always protested 'don't put me in a home', but after being in St Leonards, I know he would like and benefit from a return visitation in the near future. What is more, I would benefit from respite care, knowing he would be well looked after.
Thank you for the lovely review. It was a pleasure having your husband here with us and makes us happy knowing he enjoyed his stay with us. We would love to have him back any time.
The management and staff are knowledgeable, and nothing is ever too much trouble. We are kept informed of concerns etc, and the respect, love and care they show towards the residents is superb.
Thank you for your lovely words. We are lucky to have your lovely Mum, you and your brother as part of our St Leonards family.
Sadly my mum passed away at the end of February. Mum joined St Leonards in October 2020 during the Covid pandemic. After settling into life at St Leonards, Mum had a marvellous time. The amazing kindness and care given by the entire team were exceptional. I cannot thank you enough for taking such wonderful care of Mum and making her part of the St Leonards family.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. Our 'Dancing Queen' and you - her family, are very much missed by everyone here.
My mother has been at St Leonards for three years, on the whole over this time she has been treated with care and support. With the unprecedented circumstances of COVID-19 I feel the home and B&M Care have managed the situation very well and have kept us up-to-date with the ever-changing situation. It is a testament to the staff and the manager that as of this date they have had no positive COVID-19 cases and have continued and continue to provide a brilliant service.
St Leonards have looked after my mother, who has dementia, for two years now. The staff are able and caring. Visitors are treated with respect and kept informed of developments and events. The Coronavirus situation was handled extremely well, with no positive cases. This is due, I am sure, to the exceptional skills and forward-thinking of management. I feel extremely well reassured. St Leonard's has a wonderful dedicated team.
The home always makes you feel welcome, is always clean and smells fresh. Her clothes are always clean and she is well looked after. She is always saying that the staff are lovely and food good.
I would like to thank all the staff for making a happy home for all the residents.
My Mum has lived at St Leonards since November 2019. She is very well looked after in every way. The staff members are all so helpful and caring, ensuring that all of the Residents are happy. There are many activities that they can take part in if they wish and they are encouraged to do so, which means that they socialise more than maybe they did when they lived in their own home. My Mum is now eating better, she loves the food they provide, she feels safe, she is making friends and she is very happy to be living there. I too am delighted that she is living there, as they really do make everyone feel that they are part of a family. During this Covid-19 time, they have been especially vigilant in their care, which is a reassurance for the families of the residents and we have received a newsletter each month informing us of the situation in the home.
Friendly and helpful staff, will always take the time to talk to you about any issues you may have and how to resolve them. Good level of service provided for my grandfather and he is very happy and can't find too many things to grumble about.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 31 May 2023Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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
6 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 29 July 2026Private Residential and Dementia Care
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Awards / Recognitions (6)
- 28 Feb 2019Recipient: B&M Care Ltd
- 01 Feb 2018Recipient: B&M Care Ltd
- 01 Apr 2017Recipient: B&M Care Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for St Leonards Care Home.
Meet the Team (1)

Having previously worked at Bury Lodge and Ryeview Manor, Martin's most recent appointment was in 2019 as Home Manager of St Leonards. His experience and education have very much focused on dementia care practice; a philosophy that falls in line with B&M Care’s over-arching person-centred ethos.
Frequently Asked Questions about St Leonards Care Home
What types of Care is St Leonards Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does St Leonards Care Home have?
There are 45 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at St Leonards 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 are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is St Leonards Care Home to the centre of Aylesbury?
0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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