
The dignity and respect that the staff at Stanecroft show towards our Mum is wonderful!Julie C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



The dignity and respect that the staff at Stanecroft show towards our Mum is wonderful!Julie C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



The dedicated and caring team at Stanecroft care home provides a wide range of respite or permanent care, including residential and dementia care, in attractive surroundings.
Stanecroft boasts a stunning rural location where residents can enjoy luxury living with all the home comforts they need. Set on one level, the home is completely accessible, promoting residents to live independently as they go about their days. When care is required a 24...
Care Provided by Stanecroft
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 50 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
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• Access to gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access
appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
an agreed hourly charge for this service.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Stanecroft for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Stanecroft 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
- Care UK
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Emma Fox(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2010
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (50)
Parking
- on-site
Stanecroft Reviews (43)
Stanecroft has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.784) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Stanecroft has 43 reviews.
I couldn't be happier with the care my nan receives at Stanecroft. The staff are genuinely caring, kind, and always friendly, which makes such a difference not only to residents but to family members as well. It's clear they take the time to get to know each individual and treat them with real compassion and respect.
The home itself is always clean, tidy, and well-maintained, creating a comfortable and welcoming environment. Every time I visit, I feel reassured knowing my nan is in safe hands.
Most importantly, I have no concerns at all about how she is being looked after. The level of care and attention she receives gives me complete peace of mind. I'm truly grateful to all the staff for the wonderful job they do every day.
All the staff are always smiling, they always take time to speak with you.
Would highly recommend Stanecroft
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Sadly she passed away after 61 years of marriage. A devastating event for me.
The management & staff's loving kindness before, during & after her passing was outstanding. Without them I would not have 'coped'.
I will always remember their words to me, "remember we are here for you also".
To all the staff I thank you from the depths of my heart.
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The care and the compassion shown by the staff are second to none. I would not hesitate to recommend Stanecroft to anyone seeking care for a friend or relative". The management and staff are very friendly and welcoming. I class Stonecroft as my family
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So a big thank you to the management and team , your home is a real home .
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Thank you for your time. Many thanks, the Care UK team
Thank you
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Thank you for your time. Many thanks the Care UK team
My ex step Mother passed away peacefully on Friday 12th December. She was 96 years old and had two carers with her. She had been in Stanecroft for over 4 years. ALL the staff have been fantastic. This goes from the kitchen staff, cleaners, handyman, carers. Accounts department and the management. I would recommend this care home to anyone. On top of the usual day/ night care they have an activities every day. Trips out. Even an in house hair dresser. A Big Thank you
I would always recommend them for the best dementia care around
All the staff are caring, the food is great and the activities are brilliant that mum really enjoys
I can honestly say that they have provided my Mum with the utmost care and support during her time with them and in the past few weeks leading up to her passing have shown nothing but respect and love to not just her but to us, her family.
We will miss the whole team that Emma successfully leads and our heartfelt gratitude to the carers who go above and beyond looking after the residents.
Our love and gratitude to you all x
The dignity and respect that the staff at Stanecroft show towards our Mum is wonderful!! It makes us smile to see her so happy and settled into her new home and way of life. It was such a big change for her and us as a family, but made so much easier and so personal by the kindness, care and support from all of the staff. We are always greeted with happy smiling faces and with positivity and understanding. It is a very inclusive environment with so much going on for the residents and time for them to enjoy activities and social gatherings in a safe and supportive way. Everybody is very approachable and so lovely to be able to visit our mum, at any time. When we have made requests, they are actioned very promptly and always feel the door is open for us. We feel our mum is being taken very good care of. Thank you to all the staff that make this happen.
Absolutely amazing! Mum has been in Stanecroft since March 2025 and she has settled in beautifully all thanks to the wonderful staff and environment. The home is all on one floor, very open and residents are in units. It's like home when I visit. The care team make me feel like I am part of the family. Mum is so happy here. She gets on so well with the staff and they genuinely all love her. It's a hard decision to make when a parent has to go into care but honestly the manager, Admin and carers and her amazing team made the transition so seamless. Thank you Stanecroft for taking the best care of my mum.
For me, the people there are a cut above the rest. They just treat patients like family. It's very heartwarming to have such an engaged group of caregivers for your loved one.
I'm very pleased and grateful for our experience with Dad, and would be happy to fully recommend them to anyone thinking of them as a care home in the Dorking area
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.Many thanks, the Care UK team
The whole team at Stanecroft are amazing! From the very first minute my aunt arrived, the care they showed, and the support they gave, enabled her to enjoy life whilst living with Alzheimer's disease. During her stay of almost 3 years, she developed new friendships and frequently told me how much she 'loved it' at Stanecroft. Their activities programme, and outings, allowed her to socialise with others. The management and care staff kept me well-informed at all times. Knowing that my aunt was happy, safe, and well cared for, relieved so much of the worry that comes when caring for with someone with this horrible disease. I highly recommend Stanecroft.
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I cannot speak highly enough of the care my sister received, for almost three years she was a resident at Stanecroft. All the staff are so compassionate, helpful and fun. My sister enjoyed the variety of entertainment offered in the Day Room. The residents' diet and presentation of food is excellent. She was so much happier at Stanecroft than what became a struggle for coping at home. Stanecroft for the residents becomes more than a home, it becomes their home. Sadly my sister has now died, but thank you to everyone for all your care and supporting the family too.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Many thanks, the Care UK team.
My dad went into Stanecroft Care Home for respite care beginning of September 2024, he has never been in a home before and he settled very quickly, the staff make this home, nothing is too much trouble, they are friendly and caring with all of the residents. My dad has decided that he wants to stay permanently now and he can't speak highly enough of the place and mostly the staff. They are all so kind to the residents, it means the residents' families can relax knowing they are in safe hands. Thank you to all the team for your help with settling Dad in, you are really appreciated.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Many thanks, the Care UK team.
My grandmother has lived at Stanecroft for almost a year and moving her there has been the best decision for her welfare. Grandma has really flourished since moving to Stanecroft. She is safe, happy and stimulated. Gone are the days of her staring at 4 walls or sleeping the day away, she is now active and involved in the many events and activities on offer at Stanecroft. She has friends, company and stimulation. The staff at Stanecroft are excellent. Kind, caring and so obviously fond of all the residents. There is no apparent 'us and them' between the staff and the residents; they are one big family and I could not feel more confident and reassured that my grandmother is in the best place!
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Many thanks, the Care UK team.
Mum has been in Stanecroft for nearly 2 weeks. The manager showed us around and it is very clean, bright and spacious. The staff are very happy and helpful, her room looks over gardens. I’ve been into home today to blow dry Mum's hair, she was very cheerful and having a laugh with the staff. She is enjoying the activities and seems happier than when she was at home. Having company all day is good for her.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Many thanks, the Care UK team
Staff are always happy and helpful. Nothing is ever too much to ask. My grandmother is finding it a little difficult to adjust, having some days where she is upset and the staff take the time to talk to her and make sure she is settled and ok. We pop in and my grandmother is always clean and looking her best. There is a great range of activities for them to get involved in which is lovely to get them communicating with other residents.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Thank you for your time. Many thanks, the Care UK team.
From my first contact with the Stanecroft care home team, they were very friendly, reassuring and took time to answer my questions. Mum settled in quickly which was definitely helped by the warmth and individual care shown by all the team. Some highlights - Mum has enjoyed the meals, putting on weight. The trips Mum has been on sound awesome - I wish that I could have attended them too. The home is relaxed with some very nice touches such as animal visits. I am very grateful for the warmth and care that you have shown Mum and being so nice when I have turned up to see Mum at random times. Many thanks!
We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Thank you for your time.
Many thanks the Care UK team
Our mum of nearly 98 years of age, she was a resident at Stanecroft Care Home for over two years, she was so well cared for by all the staff, who were so caring and kind. Mum enjoyed all the food and gained weight, which the staff always kept us informed of, as with any additional medical needs. Mum especially enjoyed her coffee that the staff made especially for her. Mum also loved all the activities, dancing especially, singing to all the old songs. Mum made many friends at Stanecroft, whether it be staff or residents. This is a fantastic care home which gives 100% care and support to their residents and makes it feel like home from home. Thank you to all the staff that gave such wonderful support and care to our mum, we are so grateful to you all.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 20 November 2018Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- 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
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News (43) & Events (0)
- 29 May 2026
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Meet the Team (1)

I've worked for Care UK for over 15 years. One of the best things about this role is seeing the difference a positive experience or conversation can make to a resident. Seeing smiles and hearing laughter every day around the home makes me so proud to work here and to work in a care setting.
I continue to learn new things every day, and I have lots of aims for the home, including developing our environment to make it even better, and to make residents’ wishes come true. Big or small, we make people’s dreams a reality. For example, when a resident wanted to be a bride for the day to relive her big day, we supported her to wear her wedding dress and I walked her up the aisle.
Frequently Asked Questions about Stanecroft
What types of Care is Stanecroft registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Stanecroft have?
There are 50 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Stanecroft?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Stanecroft to the centre of Dorking?
1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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