
He loved the garden, said the food was excellent and that his bed was comfortableJ F(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

My Dad has been at Swarthmore Residential Care Home since March 2024, His care has been tremendousElaine Q(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

team easy to approach with questions and always felt welcome in the home and well-supported.Jenny T(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

He loved the garden, said the food was excellent and that his bed was comfortableJ F(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

My Dad has been at Swarthmore Residential Care Home since March 2024, His care has been tremendousElaine Q(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

team easy to approach with questions and always felt welcome in the home and well-supported.Jenny T(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Swarthmore is set in beautiful landscaped gardens in the desirable village of Gerrards Cross, where there are many opportunities for residents to enjoy a variety of cultural and leisure pursuits.
The care home provides palliative, respite and convalescent care to older people or to those living with a physical disability or sensory impairment.
Swarthmore offers residents a comfortable and spacious home with large gardens and communal areas as well as single...
Care Provided by Swarthmore Residential 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 40 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
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Please note additional fees may be incurred dependent on the level of care required; to evaluate the level of care required an assessment will be carried out prior to moving into Swarthmore.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Swarthmore Residential Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Swarthmore Residential 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
Owner
- Swarthmore Housing Society Ltd
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Claire Allsopp(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (30)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (22)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
Visiting
- They welcome visitors anytime. They do ask you to try and respect the lunch time serving between 1245 and 1400 hours.
Swarthmore Residential Care Home Reviews (65)
Swarthmore Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.771) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Swarthmore Residential Care Home has 65 reviews.
My mother stayed at Swarthmore for 10 months. She was like a different person whilst she was there. Like her old self. She was happy, comfortable and loved being with everyone. As a family we knew she was safe and cared for. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Lots of activities going on. Special diets catered for. The home itself is beautiful, clean and the grounds are magnificent. The best way for her to spend the last months of her life.
Thank you for your kind words . Your lovely comments mean a great deal to our team, and it was a privilege to be part of your mother's time here.
I cannot thank them enough for making her last months a happy and fulfilling experience .
Thank you for your kind words, it means so much to the team.
We couldn't fault the care given to my mother at Swarthmore. Every carer made her feel welcome and it felt very homely. The food was excellent with plenty of choice. If she needed the help of a member of staff, they were there immediately. We would definitely like her to stay here again when she needs respite in the future. It is excellently run.
The premises are lovely and comfortable and the gardens are gorgeous in every season.
Thank you for your kind words about Swarthmore. Its a great pleasure to be caring for your mum.
My mother is a long term resident- 5 years. In all that time we've run out of nice things to say. We've said or written all of them. They care beautifully and patiently and professionally for the residents in a wonderful environment. But more than that they embrace an entire family. My father who was not a resident and who recently died was such a frequent visitor that Swarthmore just adopted him anyway and he loved them for what they had given him - 5 years of life with a big worry lifted from him. The rest of us in the family value the time and care and the gentle, friendly and under-stated support they have provided to an entire family. We love them because ...... they're lovely and it would be hard not to.
A warm, welcoming calm and happy place, where residents are well cared for, loved and respected and valued. There are many activities planned to engage residents which cater for a wide range of interests. Everybody, staff and residents alike, always seem so happy and there is a warm glow about the place. The staff know the many different personalities and engage appropriately with each individual. Truly, a place of love, warmth and kindness.
Unfortunately, she cannot be moved out of her own room so I cannot comment on activities and communal areas personally, but when I have been there the other residents seem actively engaged.
My step mum is very happy there, in fact she quizzed me about how I was managing her finances, saying that 'she rather liked it and would hate to have to leave; the food is wonderful with proper asparagus and salmon'
One aspect I notice is that all the staff seem happy, smiling and willing to help. This creates a sense of home rather than institution. If my turn ever comes, I hope I can find somewhere as lovely.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We truly appreciate you highlighting the trust placed in us, and we're very glad that our team is supportive.
Thank you again for your confidence and trust. It's a pleasure caring for your step mum.
We just wanted to say how much we enjoyed the summer family and friends gathering. Although we visit frequently it was lovely to share such a relaxed afternoon with my mum and dad and good to see so many generations of family together. A huge thank you for arranging such a convivial day.
There is always a warm, friendly welcome when I visit Swarthmore, my friend has been a resident for nearly 18 months and from day one we have all been made to feel that Swarthmore is our home.
Every member of staff is caring, approachable, helpful and friendly. It is a pleasure to visit the home. The rooms are well appointed, there are numerous shared indoor areas where a variety of activities take place and the garden is lovely.
Residents are treated with dignity and respect. Their voices are heard and suggestions are welcomed and acted upon.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such kind words about your experience at Swarthmore. We are delighted to hear that you feel welcomed and at home. It means a great deal to our team to know that their care, friendliness, and support are making a positive difference. Your feedback is truly appreciated and will be shared with our staff, who will be encouraged by your lovely comments.
She receives the best care we could ever have wished for. The staff have great care and compassion for everyone including families and friends visiting. Always a warm welcome. So pleased we discovered Swarthmore.
Spent a wonderful afternoon at Swarthmore for their annual summer gathering. My Mum has been a resident there since October 2024. Struggling to live on her own due to Dementia and living so far away from me I had to move her away from her home and friends so she was closer to me. She settled in very quickly and we haven't looked back since. The home is very welcoming, clean and the staff are great. Always lots of activities going on for those that wish to take part.
The team at Swarthmore supported my father in law during respite care. During his time with this excellent team the improvements in his health and determination to get well were profound. I would thoroughly recommend the home to anyone for short or long term care.
My mother spent the last five years of her life in this home, she was 99 when she died. She was suffering from the dementia throughout her time there and could be quite feisty at times. However, Mum was well behaved and lot of the time too. She was treated well and sympathetically throughout her time at the home and with plenty of patience. Staff coped with her well when she was difficult and uncooperative which happened more often in the last couple of years.
Our memories of your mum were her creative talents such as drawing, painting and flower arranging. She was very talented. Thank you for your kind words.
Firstly he had a complete review of medication and health check which resulted in ensuring some unseen issues were controlled. Regular access to the doctor on a weekly basis is great.
But it is the care from the team and all the staff at Swarthmore that has made the real difference for my Dad. Care and attention, numerous activities and trips have all helped his dementia and purpose in life and he has grown and changed. He is happy, safe and very content.
Wonderful care by a wonderful team. Thank you
Thank you for the kind words, we are delighted to hear that your dad is content and happy. It's also very nice to hear that you feel we have a wonderful team providing care here at Swarthmore.
My dad has been at Swarthmore Residential Care Home since March this year and I can honestly say it's been transformative for him! The kindness and loving care that he receives from all of the staff, along with great food and a fun filled activity roster, particularly the table tennis and dancing, have brought back the smile on his face. I can only thank you all at Swarthmore Residential Care Home for this.
Thank you for your kind words. We are so pleased that your dad is enjoying his days at Swarthmore.
Caring staff, they keep residents busy and happy. Plenty of activities and trips out. Good with health issues. Staff keep family informed of all health issues, accidents etc. Families can visit anytime.
The food was excellent and the activities extremely good with regular visits out for those with some mobility. We knew she was in good hands which gave us peace of mind at all times.
Not easy to move a loved one to a home but would highly recommend Swarthmore.
My Mum was resident for exactly 3 years. She was well cared for by kind staff. She enjoyed the artistic activities and some of the trips out. The visit of the alpacas was a highlight. The staff were very good at noticing subtle changes and would keep relatives informed. Medical issues were dealt with promptly. I have no hesitation in recommending Swarthmore as a safe and caring environment.
Thank you for your kind words. It was always a pleasure to engage in conversation with your mum about the beautiful trees at Swarthmore, she was very knowledgeable in this subject. She is dearly missed by everyone at Swarthmore.
Mum moved into Swarthmore, a care home in the heart of Gerrards Cross a few hundred metres from her house. Swarthmore is an extraordinary place, or rather the people who work there are extraordinary. They are a United Nations of Kindness. They looked after Mum with huge respect and dignity. She thrived there and I suspect without their love, she wouldn't have held on for quite so long. We are eternally grateful to them.
My mother lived in Swarthmore Residential Care Home for eight years. The staff adapted their care for her as her needs changed and became like family for her and for me. I found the team easy to approach with questions and always felt welcome in the home and well-supported. My mother received excellent care, both physically and for her personal welfare. We are very thankful for them.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 09 October 2019Requires 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
4 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 14 July 20261 Premium room with garden view and patio 1 Classic rooms with ensuite 2 Standard room with vanity sink area
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Awards / Recognitions (4)
- 03 Mar 2023Recipient: Swarthmore Residential Care Home
- 19 Oct 2021Recipient: Swarthmore Residential Care Home
- 14 May 2019Recipient: Swarthmore Residential Care Home
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (3)

Claire leads the team at Swarthmore; she has worked in care since 1994 and joined our home in 2013. Claire’s a Level 5 Registered Manager with Level 3 Housing Support and a BSc (Hons) in Health and Social Care – she’s also a qualified assessor for Health and Social Care and completed a Train the Trainer course on Moving and Handling. Claire has three children, who are regular visitors to the home, and enjoys family visits to Cornwall.

Agata’s career in care started back in 2007 as a care assistant – having completed her NVQ 2 and 3, Level 5 Diploma and many other relevant courses, she’s now our Deputy Manager. With a person-centered approach in leadership and a passion for improving quality of life for elderly people, Agata enjoys supporting the entire team to bring the best out of everyone and improve job satisfaction. When not here in our home, you’ll probably find Agata up a mountain with her dog.

When you visit Swarthmore, Sally is probably the first person you’ll meet. Sally’s here to ensure that making Swarthmore a home for you, a friend or a family member is as smooth as possible for everyone involved, and she’s here to help you and your loved ones every step of the way. Sally lives locally, so you may spot her out and about walking her Springer Spaniel!
Frequently Asked Questions about Swarthmore Residential Care Home
What types of Care is Swarthmore Residential 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 Swarthmore Residential Care Home have?
There are 30 Single Rooms and 3 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Swarthmore Residential Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Swarthmore Residential Care Home to the centre of Gerrards Cross?
0.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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