
Such a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff are all amazingErin B(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)



Such a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff are all amazingErin B(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)



Wisden Court is a purpose-built 54 bedroom care home in Stevenage. This spacious home is comprised of five individual residential suites each with its own lounge, dining room and fully equipped kitchenette. Wisden Court provides expert care for older people, including those living with dementia.
Wisden Court strives to create a homely environment and provide all the comforts of good food, good company and friendly staff, in a calm and restful...
Care Provided by Wisden 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 54 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Minibus or other transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Wisden Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Wisden 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
- Runwood Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sarah Humberstone (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (54)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (54)
Visiting
- Upon arriving at the home, please press the buzzer on the intercom. A member of staff will greet you shortly. The home kindly request that you sign the guestbook upon both arrival and departure. This helps maintain an accurate record of who is in the building. In the event of an emergency, please follow the designated safety protocols provided. Your cooperation ensures everyone's safety.
Parking
- Admission is confirmed upon a satisfactory pre-admission assessment and confirmation that the needs of the potential resident can be met.
Wisden Court Reviews (104)
Wisden Court has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.730) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Wisden Court has 104 reviews.
The staff at Wisden Court are amazing they look after my mother with great care. The staff are brilliant and I wouldn't want my mum anywhere else. Unfortunately, during these tough times, they always keep me in touch with what's going on and she is always well presented when I go to see her. They always have something going on to pass the time. I can't thank them all enough. Regards.
My mum has been in Wisden Court for nearly two years and in all the time she has been there, she has been extremely well looked after. She is always treated with loving care and the utmost respect. The care home manager and all her staff have worked tirelessly to keep all the residents safe and well throughout this very difficult time. I can't recommend Wisden Court enough, everything about the home is first class.
I have nothing but praise for the care my Dad had 5 years ago and the care my Mum now receives. Wisden Court aims to be a home from home and mostly achieves this. The staff are always willing to answer questions and to put right anything that seems amiss.
Wisden cared for my father during the last couple of years of his life. I was sufficiently impressed with their care for him that I was only too happy for them to care for my Mother who has now been there for a couple of years. The manager seems to run a "tight ship" which is very reassuring. The staff are just lovely, and always seem to want to go the extra mile to enrich the lives of the residents.
The manager and all the staff at Wisden Court are great before and during this pandemic. They are caring helpful and friendly trying to keep the residents safe and happy. Thanks for all you are doing to help mum during this difficult time.
I cannot comment too much on the questions below as it was only an outdoor visit. Speaking to my Aunt she is very happy with the care etc that she receives. My visit to the outdoors is very well organised and under the circumstances, nothing at the moment could be made better. My answers below are based on conversations with my Aunt.
The manager and her staff are a well-oiled team, who put their resident first with empathy and kindness. Throughout the Covid pandemic, the manager has kept a really tight ship which was reassuring. Just to finish with a big thank you.
Prior to Mum moving into Wisden Court I was finding it a real struggle to keep her safe on a daily basis but from day one of Mum being there I have never been in doubt that she is in the best, safest and most suitable home possible. The staff are always helpful, friendly and very professional. Although I have found it difficult not to see her throughout the Covid-19 lockdown I have been reassured by constantly being updated via phone and Email on any new issues. In addition, the fact I can have Skype chats with her via superb support from the staff has been a real blessing. I have no negative comments of any kind to make with regards to Mum’s care there.
My mum has been at Wisden Court for nearly 4 years. I have always been happy with the care mum has received, the home has a pleasant feel and really does feel like a second home to me as all staff are so friendly. Mum feels safe and looked after. Wisden Court have shone during this Covid-19 pandemic, we haven't been able to visit for obvious reasons, telephone calls aren't easy for my mum as she struggles to communicate verbally, but this hasn't been a problem as they have ensured Skype calls were put in place which means I am still able to see her every week. This gives me such peace of mind as I can see for myself she is ok. During this time where we are still partially in lockdown, there really is nowhere else where I would rather my mum be and am so very grateful to all the staff there for keeping my mum safe.
Mum has been in Wisden Court for just over a year. Although initially, it was a tough decision it has been the best thing we have done for Mum as she is very much happier now than when she was living alone. She is extremely well looked after by caring and dedicated staff. There is a wide variety of stimulating daily activities which Mum is encouraged to join in with. We are kept informed of any changes to Mum's care package and are encouraged to speak to the staff with any concerns we may have. During this difficult time, due to Covid-19, the home has been well organised and taken many early and continuing precautions, to prevent the virus entering the home. As a family, we have been kept updated on the situation on a regular basis. Overall, Wisden Court has been a Godsend and we couldn't have hoped for better.
I am extremely happy with the care all the staff provide her.
The home was very well prepared for this coronavirus and gives me reassurance that my wife is being looked after.
The staff are very friendly and keep us regularly updated on the activities in the home.
A big thank you to all the amazing staff.
My mother came to Wisden Court for respite in November last year and is now a permanent resident. She is very happy there, which surprised me. The place has a nice vibe throughout and the staff is always keen to help and do what they can.
I feel part of it, and there is always someone to talk to.
I like the connection my mum has with the carers.
It's a very difficult thing to leave your parent totally in the care of others, but I do feel reassured that she is being well cared for.
The staff treated the patients with care and kindness and the patients trusted them and seemed happy, safe and content. What more could you ask for?
Mum had 3 weeks respite here before being moved into another house, wish she could have stayed here as the family found it to have a nice layout. Clean, friendly and well run, staff always kept us up to date with mum's welfare. Good weekly activities schedule for those who wish to join in. Clean and pleasant rooms.
I would highly recommend this care home. Friendly, caring and clean. It puts every individual first and understands how each and everyone has different needs. If I was to choose a care home for myself it would have to be this one. They engage with the family as well. They have what every elderly person would wish for.
Dad spent a total of 8 weeks at Wisden Court for respite care during this year. I cannot fault his care. He was always treated with kindness and compassion. The staff are lovely and Dad really enjoyed the food. Unfortunately, a permanent place wasn't available for him, but he is now settled elsewhere.
Mum was in Wisden for about five years. From the start, Mum was always happy with her new home, well cared for and would have no hesitation in recommending Wisden as a care home.
I was really worried when I was told my mother would have to go into a care home. Then I went to Wisden Court. what a lovely place. Friendly staff and really lovely, airy rooms. Mother settled well which helped a lot, but the staff also helped a lot. The home is in a quiet area. Nicely set out. It is very well kept. Plenty for the resident to do. They are so caring. I worry no more.
My mother's health improved considerably during her stay at Wisden Court. The staff are caring, willing, patient and cheerful. The building is spacious, light and airy, the rooms clean. The kitchen is excellent, especially as the food is freshly cooked each day. Also, the laundry did a good service. When I requested a Doctor see my Mother this was done promptly. There is nothing I could fault, you run a superb home.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 15 April 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- 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 (25) & Events (0)
- 04 Aug 2026
The People's Gallery once again welcomed visitors as Runwood Homes and Sanders Senior Living proudly hosted the third annual 'No Art Without Heart' Art Exhibition. The much-loved event showcased an...
- 04 Aug 2026
Residents at Wisden Court care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, enjoyed a visit to Tallis House, also part of the Runwood Homes group, where they spent a wonderful...
- 04 Aug 2026
Residents at Wisden Court care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, enjoyed a visit to Tallis House, also part of the Runwood Homes group, where they spent a wonderful...
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Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
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Meet the Team (4)

Hi, I am Sarah, the registered manager at Wisden Court. I have had the pleasure of working at Wisden Court for over 24 years. I have a passion for Dementia Care and a determination to provide high standards of quality person-centred care. I am dedicated to continuously improving our services, providing a home-from-home for our residents and facilitating an ideal safe environment for our residents, staff, families, and friends too! I welcome you to visit our home and meet the caring, dedicated team. We look forward to answering any questions or enquiries you may have.

My name is Cherry, and I’ve had the privilege of being the Home Administrator at Wisden Court for the past 10 years. I’m truly passionate about my role, and I love engaging with the residents, taking part in activities, and making each day as enjoyable as possible. Every day brings something new, which keeps me motivated and excited about my work.
I hold an NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration and a Level 3 QCF/NVQ-accredited apprenticeship in Customer Service. I also enjoy dressing up to bring smiles to the faces of our residents and brighten their day. Outside of work, I cherish spending quality time with my family and friends.

I began working at Wisden Court as a Domestic in December 2023 and was promoted to Housekeeper in July 2024.
I truly enjoy supporting the residents; they are wonderful people.The management team is very supportive of my role, and the staff are always friendly and welcoming.

I began my career as a Chef before exploring a different path.
In May 2023, I joined Wisden Court as a Cook, and I occasionally support the home as a Carer.I truly enjoy every aspect of my job—especially working alongside such great staff members and caring for our wonderful residents. What’s not to love?
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