
very caring environment in a very homely house.L L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

a family feel. It is comfortably furnishedMary R(Resident / Service User)


very caring environment in a very homely house.L L(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

a family feel. It is comfortably furnishedMary R(Resident / Service User)


Greys Residential Home is a converted rectory and has been run as a care home by the Kennedy family since 1984. Over the years, the house has had extensive investments to provide the modern facilities available today. The latest investment in 2024 is a renovation of the East wing, which provides 4 large rooms with en-suite facilities and private doors onto the secure gardens.
Greys is registered for 24 older people...
Care Provided by Greys Residential 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 24 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other 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
Extras are only hairdressing, chiropody, newspapers and trips using the electric minibus
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Greys Residential Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Greys Residential 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
- Greys Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Anthony Browne(Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (22)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (22)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
Visiting
- No visiting rules or restrictions, visiting is encouraged at any time.
Parking
- On-site parking is available.
Greys Residential Home Reviews (74)
Greys Residential Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.818) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Greys Residential Home has 74 reviews.
He was a quiet, private and fiercely independent man who always knew he would find being in a care home difficult. That said he settled into Greys almost immediately and would go to the dining room twice a day for meals and some company. He enjoyed being cooked for and he went on a few of the arranged outings on offer; these involved trips to local pubs, a garden centre and a ride along the canal on a boat.
Greys always felt homely and the staff were excellent. I never felt there were too few staff or that they seemed overstretched with their duties. I liked the fact that Greys was privately owned and not part of a large organisation.
I would definitely recommend Greys to anyone looking for a good caring home for their elderly loved one.
Dear Alison, many thanks for your lovely review and praise of our team, your dad was always a pleasure to care for and we appreciated how much he committed to making Greys his final home and becoming part of our family. He will be sorely missed by all. Kindest regards.
Mum always enjoyed the high standard of freshly prepared meals.
Social activities organised by Greys made Mum very happy.
Caring for your mum was honestly an honour and a privilege. She was a valued member of our family for so many years, and we all still miss her dearly. Thank you for your kind words, which I look forward to sharing with our team.
The building was a family home and although it has been extended, it still has a homely feel.
My friend was encouraged to have lunch downstairs in the dining room but the rest of the time she was allowed to rest in her room, which she liked to do.
Greys is not in a care or nursing home category nevertheless they did a good job in keeping residents safe during the pandemic.
My friend had a pretty good 4 and a half years there and only had to move because her dementia sadly became more marked, and she now needs nursing home care.
Thank you so much for your kind words about Greys and our team and thank you for your comments about the pandemic which we are still very proud of. We hope you could get in touch with us directly to discuss the 3/5 stars for cleanliness as this is disappointing to us and would welcome your more...
Thank you Greys for the care you showed during this very important part of her life.
Kindest regards.
Came here for respite care. Care so good, made the decision to stay in residence.
We are so glad you decided to stay, we appreciate your review and hope you will be very happy with us making Greys your home!
My mother-in-law stayed at Greys whilst her broken arm healed and she was incredibly well looked after, she absolutely loved her stay there. The staff were so friendly, very caring, supportive and understanding and she was so impressed with the food which she said was fantastic. Her stay was the perfect convalescence for her, so thank you to everyone at Greys for being so instrumental in her healing and in restoring her confidence.
It is always something we are so proud of when someone...
Mum loved the home and called it her 'home' in her last days. The staff were all wonderful and so kind to her. She loved the food, especially the homemade soups and made some new good friends. It was just a shame she never got to spend longer here.
Dear Mr H - Thank you for your kind feedback which the staff and chef will appreciate!
Greys has a wonderful garden with decking and gazebo. Mum had a lovely view of the garden from her armchair and easy access through her French doors. Mum liked the Arts and Crafts class and good, home-cooked food. She also enjoyed the lively birthday parties with cake, Bucks Fizz, and live entertainment. She appreciated all the support at Greys and was content there for just over 4 years.
Thank you for allowing us to be part of her final chapter, she will be missed by us all.
I would recommend Greys Residential Home very highly.
Your mum was an absolute pleasure to care for, we are glad to have been able to spend time with such a wonderful lady.
Kind regards,
Jo
I’m sad to say that my lovely Mum passed away at Greys Residential Home last Saturday. She’d been ill for so long that it was inevitable really but nothing quite prepares you. The best I can say is that she was at peace - bathed in love, free of pain and serene. That is in no small measure thanks to the tireless and brilliant team at Greys who do an incredibly hard job incredibly well. I and my family will forever be indebted to the manager and everyone (present and past) who was involved in my mum's care for the duration of her residency there for giving her time, support, encouragement, dignity and love...and doing so unconditionally. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback at Greys and for your kind words about our care staff. Your mum will be sadly missed.
There are lots of activities arranged at Greys for the residents to enjoy if they want to. Residents' birthdays are celebrated by everyone and an entertainer is booked so there can be a great party atmosphere.
The ambience at Greys is friendly and welcoming. The support staff are always helpful. I can't recommend this home highly enough and feel grateful that there was a place available for my aunt at a time when she needed it.
Thank you so much for your kind review. Your aunt was a wonderful lady and we enjoyed caring for her. I am so thankful of your appreciation of the staff and manager during the pandemic: there were lots of difficult decisions to make to navigate and avoid the infection and I am so proud...
All aspects of Greys are first class and the handling of the especially challenging situation during the last two years has been excellent. The facilities are comfortable, clean and well maintained and the recent remodel has improved them even further. The staff treat my mother with kindness and dignity and the management of the home is superb.
Thank you so much for your kind words about Greys and our team, I will ensure this is shared with them. Thank you for your support, especially over the past two difficult years: we look forward to getting back to normal as soon as possible!
My mother was very reluctant to accept that she needed more care than her family could provide but in the past two years she has thrived at Greys. The team are like her extended family now. They treat her with love and respect, and most importantly, as an individual. Their commitment to her care, safety and well-bing during the pandemic hasbeen exemplary. I can't praise them highly enough.
In the four years that I have lived here, I know that to come to Greys was a good decision. The staff are always very supportive but still encourage you to be independent where possible and always listen you your comments with understanding.
Everyone is welcoming and helpful. The management are very efficient. My mum is well cared for and happy there. The atmosphere is nice, calm and caring.
I cannot fault the care my father has received during the year he has been a resident st Greys. The staff are always friendly and helpful, nothing is too much trouble and they cope with any situation professionally, calmly and still smile. My father frequently says he is "lucky to be there" that says it all.
Greys is a very friendly and professional home. My mother was a resident for four years. She was extremely well looked after and was happy during her final years.
I was in Greys Residential Home from 16th December to 13th January 2020 as a respite resident after a total knee replacement. In that time, I received consistent care, kindness and encouragement. All was well organised, and I can only say positive things and express my gratitude now I am home.
My mother has been a resident at Greys for 7 months now and she is very happy there. They provide a very caring environment in a very homely house. She enjoys the extra activities, which include exercise classes, games, quizzes and art classes. She has made many new friends enjoying the garden when the sun was shining last year.
Very comfortable, friendly and efficient home. Staff are excellent, always willing to help.l Accommodation very good surrounded by private and quiet gardens. I am, overall very impressed, and I know my Mother is very happy there.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 22 December 2018Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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.
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Awards / Recognitions (5)
- 31 Mar 2015Recipient: Greys Residential Home
- 20 Mar 2015Recipient: Greys Residential Home
- 28 Nov 2014Recipient: Greys Residential Home
Meet the Team (2)

Jo & Steve have owned and run Greys since 1998 after taking over from his parents who opened the home as a care home in 1984 but which was their private residence since Stephen was a child.
They run the home how they would like to live in it and respect individual choice and independence.
Stephen holds a BSc in Business Management and Jo is the qualified and registered CQC Nominated Individual (Dip. A NVQ4 & RMA in Health & Social Care)

Anthony is a specialist dementia care Registered Manager with over 20 year's management experience in the industry.
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