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The home has a six bed private wing with en-suites which was opened in October 2012. The purpose-built care home offers a superb...
Care Provided by Excelcare Lime Court
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 44 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public 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 Excelcare Lime Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Excelcare Lime Court 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
- Excelcare
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Suzanne Moore(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 63+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1964
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (36)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (6)
Visiting
- Visiting anytime - restiricted mealtimes (12.30 to 13.30 and 16.30 to 17.30)
Parking
- Ample free parking at the home
Excelcare Lime Court Reviews (97)
Excelcare Lime Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.805) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Excelcare Lime Court has 97 reviews.
My dad has dementia and as a family, we struggled with the concept of a home for him. He loves everything about Lime Court and is socialising in a way he never has before. His whole demeanor is amazing and he loves all of the care staff. I have no doubt my dad is well cared for.
What a lovely review , thank you I will share this with our Lime Court Team.
There was always a full programme of activities going on around her to stimulate her plus 1-1 sessions. This continued during lockdowns via Zoom/tablets etc.
Lockdowns were hard for all of us but we managed with phone calls, letters, and Facetime then window visits, pod visits then outside visits in the summers. It was good to be able to visit inside last month within the guidelines. The staff were always on hand to help with all the visiting requirements. Thank you for keeping everyone safe.
If I ever had any queries/problems the Managers had an open-door policy.
Mum passed away this month. She died peacefully with dignity in her own bed. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. They supported all mum's family too.
Thank you all for giving mum the best end of life care possible.
Thank you for this wonderful review. As a team we strive to always be the best.
My mum stayed here for a few months during the summer due to a flood making her living conditions at home temporarily unsuitable. I can’t fault the care she received during her time at Lime Court. All of the staff made a real fuss of her and every time we called up the office staff were so personable and helpful. Unfortunately government guidelines in place at the time meant mum had to isolate for 2 weeks with no visitors to begin with. During this time the staff went above and beyond to ensure we could still have as much contact as possible. FaceTime calls were set up daily and we were welcomed to call just to check in as often as we liked, nothing was too much trouble. I really do feel that every member of staff genuinely cares about each resident as an individual.
What a lovely review, thank-you for taking the time to complete this.
My nan has been in Lime Court for a couple of years now and she absolutely loves it! The staff are all amazing and she looks like she has the best time there! I love seeing pictures on Facebook of the activities they're doing and I definitely know she is well looked after!
Thank you for taking the time to complete such a lovely review.
Unfortunately, he ended up on palliative care and died at Lime Court surrounded by his family and the most caring and nurturing staff you could ever ask for.
This was a very difficult time for us, but they were always there for all of us.
I would not have wished for him to die, but this was the perfect place for it to happen.
I want to thank Lime Court and its amazing staff; I will never forget the care and support you gave to us all.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this lovely review.
My nan has been well cared for. She has definitely been enjoying all the food and treats on offer. Staff acted quickly when she wasn't well. They have made visiting easy even through a very tricky time.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this review and for these lovely words.
My mother was referred to Lime Court from hospital and has settled in very well. She has no complaints about the comfort of her room or the staff. She highly praises the quality of the food.
Lime court staff were incredibly caring and supportive of both ourselves and more importantly our relative. We live some distance away and all the staff were brilliant with our telephone calls and keeping us updated. Lime Court has a very warm, friendly atmosphere. Even with COVID restrictions, we were made welcome. Our relatives stay may have been short, but she couldn't have been in better hands.
Thank you for this lovely review. These are indeed strange times that we are working in. I am very proud of my team and glad that you felt welcomed into our Lime Court Family.
My dad was looked after extremely well in the short time that he was there. All staff were so caring and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. It was so nice to know you could phone at anytime just to have updates on Dad, and to be able to visit Dad when he became extremely poorly due to his illness - was just excellent. I would definitely recommend Lime Court.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a complimentary review.
I can't praise Lime Court enough - the staff here are all absolutely lovely and really pleasant to deal with. They do a ton of things to keep residents entertained (which I know my dad is loving after a long time of living alone with minimal contact with the outside world) and their care and attention to residents are very genuine.
They treat residents with utmost respect and dignity and take any challenges (e.g. resident needs) in their stride, and as well as being lovely; they're also all incredibly professional and experts in their field.
Thank you to all the staff at Lime Court, thanks to you, I know my dad is being cared for and looked after by great people in a great environment.
Thank you for your lovely review, I will share it with our wonderful staff team.
Very welcoming care home. The staff are very approachable, kind and nothing is too much trouble. Everything is well organised and Covid rules are strictly abided by. I feel very comfortable and happy that we chose this home to provide the care that our dad needs.
Thank you for this lovely review, I will share with the staff team.
My grandmother is so well looked after. It is a lovely home and staff are really good.
Thank you for your lovely review. I will share this with our staff team.
The staff at Lime Court have been looking after my father for nearly 2 years now. I cannot recommend them enough or show how grateful I am for the care they have given him. They have been amazing throughout the pandemic and have always made themselves available whenever I have had a question.
Thank you for your lovely review, It is so lovely to receive such wonderful feedback from our lovely families.
This is a fantastic care home. The way the residents are looked after is wonderful. The carers are so good and the entertainment they have is fantastic. I am so pleased my mother is there.
Thank you for your kind review. I would also like to thank you for your big input into our home.
If I have any concerns I only have to phone and they are always happy to explain everything.
They regularly update me on her condition and there communication, especially during COVID, has been superb.
My mum couldn’t be in a better home in my opinion.
Thank you everyone you are all wonderful.
Thank you for your lovely review. I am indeed very proud of our lovely team.
Just wanted to say how amazing the staff have been over the past year during the pandemic, in continuing to give the high standard of care to my Mum and other residents at the home. Safety guidelines have been strictly adhered to, and regular updates are given either via Facebook or directly to me about my Mum and the home. Activities have also been shared on social media, which has shown my mum participating and looking happy. This has given me reassurance and is good to see. I can’t thank the staff and management enough.
Thank you, Paul, for these lovely words. As you know, we have been up against it, but the support from our lovely families and friends has really helped us through.
I am very happy with everything.
Thank you, D C, for your lovely review. We are equally pleased to see all our lovely friends and relatives.
I come to visit a friend over in Lime Court, and honestly, the home is always full of love and laughter. The residents always look happy, and I can just tell how happy and well they are looked after. The staff are always on hand to help and will go above and beyond to support their residents. Management is very approachable and friendly - to sum up... a fantastic care home.
Thank you, L S. We are very much a happy home and indeed full of laughter and fun.
The care that my mother is receiving at Lime Court is in my opinion second to none, the staff are genuine (friendly and caring) this I'm sure gives the residents that additional feeling of security. Throughout the pandemic, the staff have kept relatives of residents up-to-date where possible facilitated COVID secure visitation, they are a credit to the team.
Thank you, Michael. We absolutely do our best to ensure that residents and families stay in touch, maintaining the correct and appropriate guidelines.
I found the staff very caring to my sister, the very best.
Thank you Marice for these lovely words. Sending our love to you.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 01 December 2018Good
- 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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News (20) & Events (0)
- 08 Jul 2026
It makes me deeply sad when people default to the stereotype that care homes are lonely, bleak or institutional places. Too often, care homes are spoken about as a last...
- 09 Apr 2026
Albie and David have been enjoying the sunshine, getting out for a gentle walk and exploring the local area.
- 09 Apr 2026
We had a full house of players for our bingo afternoon with an Easter twist. Thank you to our resident David who kindly called the games, and well done to...
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Meet the Team (3)

Sue has an NVQ Level 3 and Level 3 in Care, along with a QCF Level 5 in Management with 30 years experience in the care industry. Sue joined the team in 2010 as a Team Leader and in 2012 was promoted to Deputy Manager before becoming Home Manager in November 2015.

At Lime Court, Sarah is responsible for coordinating the activities and events at Lime Court.

Emma has worked for Excel care holdings since 2015, she has held the position of Domestic, Lifestyle Co-ordinator and Healthcare Assistant and is the Administrator at Lime Court.
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