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The care at Colne House places a special emphasis on Dementia and Mental health care, and also has skills to care for younger people with dementia in an annex adjacent to the main home.
The home cares for up to 38 people, and promotes...
Care Provided by Colne House 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 38 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
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
* Subject to assessment
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Colne House Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Colne House 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
- Kingsley Healthcare Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Victoria Franklin(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (26)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (6)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (5)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Colne House Care Home Reviews (106)
Colne House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.898) out of 10, based on 60 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Colne House Care Home has 106 reviews.
My mother entered the care home recently and so far I cannot fault the care she has received. The staff are very caring, helpful and patient. They are always available to answer any questions we have. My mother has settled in very quickly. She is always clean and enjoys taking part in various activities on offer. She has a lovely room with great views. We as a family are very pleased with her care. Mum is not keen on the food.
Your mum has settled lovely into her new home. Mum has the most infectious laugh and is loved by all residents and staff.
Whenever I see my grandfather he always appears well looked after and comfortable. Staff are caring and considerate and this is demonstrated consistently during my visits. I currently live abroad and am grateful my visits are easy to acquire and appear no issue or burden for the staff or home.
Calista, it must be so hard living away from your granddad but we are pleased you can rest knowing we care for him here at Colne. Always such a pleasure to see you visit. You make your granddad very proud!
My dad is very well looked after. Staff are extremely caring and know the residents very well, dealing with them as individuals and with affection and respect. Their physical health is taken seriously and any concerns are acted on swiftly. We are treated very well as relatives and made to feel welcome and included.
Thank you Melanie. How wonderful it is to have your dad here with us at Colne House. Such an amazing character, he has helped us just as much as we have helped him, always brings a smile to everyone's faces. Thank you for your and your family's support over the years.
So far the service has been excellent and my mother has settled in well. We are very happy so far with Colne House.
Dear Edward, it was our pleasure to help you and your family in Mum's crisis. Thank you to all your family for the continued support you give us here at Colne House. We love to hear Mum sing in the afternoons, it really brightens our day.
The management and staff have a very caring attitude and nothing is too much trouble.
Thank you so much for your very kind words, the staff at Colne House pride themselves on their caring nature.
All staff are very kind and helpful. What more could I ask. I am able to visit twice weekly, which is appreciated.
We are so very pleased you find our staff helpful. It is always a pleasure to see you.
Both my parents have been cared for by the amazing staff at Colne House. Sadly my father passed away in 2019 but my mother is still living here and as a family, we could not wish for her to be anywhere better. It really does feel like home. The staff have worked extremely hard through this difficult time and I hope they get the recognition they deserve.
Always happy and helpful.
Friendly, approachable staff. I feel that Mum is well cared for and very happy at Colne House. The staff work very hard to keep the residents amused.
Always caring and friendly. Happy with my family member's care.
Very professional, friendly and easy.
I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Colne House to others.
The staff can't do enough for me, very kind and helpful, the meats are very good.
Very caring and well looked after, always made to feel welcome. Nothing is enough, always treated with care and compassion, more like a home than a care home. I am not concerned at all at my wife's care and knowing she is safe and well looked after. The staff are excellent, with fantastic meals and care for my wife.
This is a very good care home. There is no regimentality. Residents are not made to get up, washed and dressed ready for day staff coming on shift. My resident has sometimes not gone to bed til late and has been allowed to lay-in in the morning. The staff are all very caring and helpful. They also arrange a lot of activities. The food is very good and lots of choice.
The house is friendly and all staff are happy to the residents. Staff are very supportive and helpful. I can't fault them. Room His room is good and clean and his view to the outside is very good. Rooms are warm and comfortable as is the house. Food is good. The staff are good and willing to tell you about any issue. An overall excellent facility in both care and support. Would recommend this home to anyone.
Staff are all very friendly, always welcome me. Residents always appear happy. Any accidents or incidents are always dealt with quickly. I have found staff very friendly and helpful each time I visit.
Colne House was a very good choice for my mum's care. Cannot fault the home and the staff are great. Many thanks to all involved!
I cannot fault the care house. Always clean, friendly. Staff amazing - home cooked food. Care for dad is 100% He is happy and content. I am at ease having my dad here where he is loved and cared for. I do not look as dad being in care, it is extended family. Staff are amazing and all deserve recognition for their hard work.
The home meets our requirements. The staff are very caring and helpful. Rooms are always kept clean and tidy. The staff/management are always willing to talk things over.
Compared to other homes we have viewed this is one of the best that we have seen and I am more than happy how my sister-in-law is being looked after.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 30 April 2022Good
- 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
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Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Kingsley Healthcare Group
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Kingsley Healthcare Group
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Kingsley Healthcare Group
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Colne House Care Home.
Meet the Team (5)

I had done domiciliary care earlier in my career and enjoyed it but was frustrated at not being able to spend enough time with the people I was caring for. After a decade managing a children’s nursery in Germany she returned to the UK and was attracted to working at Colne House because of the beautiful building and grounds

I joined the Colne House team in March as Deputy Manager, having worked in the care sector for 11 years, both in care home settings and domiciliary care. I have developed a deep understanding of person-centred care and am particularly passionate about medication management; I have a strong background in supporting people living with dementia. After working in domiciliary care, I felt drawn back to a care home setting, wanting to be more involved in residents’ daily lives. Outside work, I enjoy horse riding, hiking and knitting.

I have worked at Colne House for over 10 years as a support worker & cover senior, and have now taken the role of hospitality, I am looking forward to working with Victoria to achieve an outstanding rating. Colne House is a special place to work, the staff are very dedicated to their work and the residents love the family atmosphere. I enjoy socialising with my partner and friends on my days off, and volunteering at Colne for special events or taking residents on trips.

I worked in the motor industry before I joined the team at Colne House as Administrator three years ago and I really enjoy having the connection with all the families, staff and residents. The staff and residents are amazing and I am proud to be part of this beautiful home. Living in the countryside is lovely, outside of work, I enjoy socialising and walking my sausage dogs at local parks. I always enjoy helping organise and volunteering at the events for the home.

I have always worked in events and hospitality before joining the team at Colne House. I am looking forward to spending quality time with all the residents and learning what they enjoy the most. The atmosphere here at Colne House is warm and calm. When I am on shift, I feel like I am spending time with my extended family rather than being at work.
My husband and I have three young children, so being patient and keeping them busy and entertained is one of my biggest qualities. As a family, we enjoy playing sports together, and we often travel to Spain to visit my family, as I am originally from Barcelona.
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