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They pride themselves on their excellent facilities and activities programme including partnerships with local community groups, such as the church and schools. Their minibus allows them to take residents out to enjoy trips to the...
Care Provided by Hardwick Dene
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 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
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- 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 Hardwick Dene for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Hardwick Dene 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
- Sohal Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Paul Fletcher (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2013
Room Information
- Single Rooms (50)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (14)
Hardwick Dene Reviews (47)
Hardwick Dene has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.799) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hardwick Dene has 47 reviews.
My husband has just had his first experience of respite in Hardwick Dene. Although very pleased to see me when I picked him up after his week’s stay he straight way said to the staff “I shall be back” which was a very good indication that he had enjoyed his stay. I was very impressed by how friendly, helpful and efficient all the staff were. Hopefully he shall “return” for his next respite week. Thank you all so much.
My husband is happy, well looked after. Amazing activities dail. Staff considerate, professional and lovely. I would highly recommend if you are thinking of a home for someone you love. It is just the place.
Thank you for your kind words. It is our pleasure to look after your husband.
My Dad went into Hardwick Dene in May 2021. We were very worried about him and how he would settle. He has settled well thanks to the care and attention the staff have given him. He is relaxed and content. The setting of Hardwick has suited my Dad really well as it's surrounded by beautiful countryside and it's very peaceful. During the summer months, the marquee in the garden was put to good use with the residents enjoying live music and gentle exercise. The food is good and my Dad has gained a little weight since arriving at Hardwick. The staff and management are a very cheerful and happy group of people who are constantly chatting, caring, laughing with the residents. Unfortunately due to Covid visiting has been more structured with an appointment system in place. The staff make sure we have regular contact with Dad with two visits per week but more if there are extra spaces which there quite often is.
The staff are extremely caring and look after the residents really well. There are normally a lot of activities, trips out and fun things to do. Obviously with Covid-19 things have changed, but the staff do their best to keep the residents occupied and happy. The home is well managed and thanks to their quick action, closed the home really early to prevent an outbreak of Covid and whilst it has been difficult not seeing family members, the residents and staff have been kept safe.
There is a lovely garden area for the residents to enjoy; a new marquee which they use a lot, weather permitting. The residents themselves seem to be relaxed and happy.
Hardwick Dene is a happy place with beautiful grounds. The indoor area is well maintained, and there have been lots of lovely refurbishments of communal areas.
All staff are friendly, helpful and caring, and there is normally lots going on to entertain residents.
Difficult times for all since Covid-19 it’s been 4-months since we have been able to visit, but the home has acted very professionally to protect all the residents and keep them safe.
WhatsApp and Zoom meetings have been available to keep in touch.
Very happy with Hardwick Dene overall.
Very happy with the service I get from Hardwick Dene. I have full confidence that my father is being looked after well, with all his needs met, during these strange times and even in normal times. Father had an outpatient review appt at the hospital, the review went ahead via telephone call with a member of the carer staff with him. With my father being in Hardwick Dene it has taken a lot of pressure off me during the Covid pandemic. I love the Facebook entries as it shows all the activities they are doing, and all they can to entertain the residents.
The home is clean and tidy, many areas refreshed and updated. Food is plentiful, varied of excellent quality.
Activities are many suiting the needs of individuals, dance, exercise, singing, flower arranging to name but a few.
Over the last 3-months, it has been a difficult time for all, we appreciate the care and safety shown to residents, and we are indebted to the staff for the professionalism. Although we have not been able to visit, we have been able to communicate through WhatsApp telephone and Zoom meetings. Our appreciation and thanks go to you all.
The kindness, care and compassion shown by the staff at all levels are excellent at Hardwick Dene. I am confident our mother receives the best care, nothing is too much trouble for the staff. She is safe and comfortable in her surroundings. The activities fit the needs of residents who enjoy many events. Sadly the coronavirus has greatly impacted in terms of visiting, but we have been able to speak to staff and our mother via the telephone and WhatsApp, there have also been Zoom quizzes. Management has kept us up to date with the situation, and a Zoom meeting was very helpful. In my view, management acted very promptly and professionally in closing the home to visitors at the very beginning of the pandemic, and we thank them wholeheartedly for all their hard work in keeping the home safe. It has and continues to be a difficult time, and we wish the staff and residents well. Thank you.
My Aunt has been quite poorly recently and we are unable to see her due to the lockdown.
Although a very worrying time, this has been made so much easier than it may have been. Staff have kept in touch with us at all times and have taken the time to explain everything also making sure we were ok. It is obvious the care they have for their residents and this truly is a Home in all the right ways.
A great place with the most amazing care, surrounded by fun, laughter and smiles.
Saying thank you never seems enough for what you all do every day but we want you all to know that we are very grateful, knowing she is looked after as one of the family.
Thank you.
If I ever have to go into a care home, this is the one I would like to be in.
The food is excellent and plentiful, with biscuits at coffee or tea time. The rooms are kept very clean.
Hardwick Dene has always been very welcoming and have kept me up to date regarding my mother's condition. At first, she was encouraged to mix with other residents and join in activities although this is no longer possible the home is giving her a high standard of care suiting her needs as best they can. I am confident that my mother is being looked after as well as is possible in difficult circumstances.
During this time, mum was well cared for and loved. Specifically, during her last few days, the staff were very caring to both mum and family members, to the extent that a room was made available for family who lived some distance away and wanted to be close during her final hours.
My mum is well cared for and very happy there. We are pleased that she is taken out a lot and she is very happy.
Food prepared on site and well presented and appetizing.
This 'home' ticks all the boxes for residents and family. Our children live quite a distance from the home but if they are concerned their contact, by phone, is met with courtesy and if 'Dad' is able to hold a conversation the phone is handed over to him. I am treated like a member of the 'family' and occasionally stay for lunch and shared Christmas dinner with the residents. The use of facebook actively links family members with their Father, who appears on many outings. He doesn't knit, paint or read books so local outings are very important for his wellbeing. When he is ill the staff inform me straight away and the Doctors were known to him before he went into the home which has helped tremendously. So we are confident with the 'care' he is receiving and the attitude and sensitivity everyone has shown.
I am constantly impressed by the level of care and concern for both residents and visitors. I am always made to feel welcome at any time of the day.
I believe they are key to my mother's well-being and have always been pleased with the care and attention they give her - despite some challenging circumstances on occasion.
I came to visit my Mum's friend. She was very happy. The staff are so friendly and I felt welcome. I visited around lunchtime and the food looked lovely. The home smelt fresh and clean.
It took one phone call at a time when I could not cope with my father's care 24 hours, for him to be collected and settled in his new room the same day.
My father receives the best possible care from kind and caring professionals, they go above and beyond what would be expected, making sure their wellbeing, interests, medical and personal needs are met. They have also been a huge support to me and my family.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 05 January 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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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 24 Oct 2013Recipient: Sohal Healthcare Ltd
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (3)

Hello, my name is Paul and I have been working in the Healthcare sector since 2009, joining Hardwick Dene as the Home Manager in 2018.
And my team pride itself on creating a warm and friendly atmosphere for all our residents and their family members in beautiful surroundings.

Hi, I'm Karrie and I have been in the care industry since 2009 and I have been at Hardwick Dene since 2015.

I have been here at Hardwick Dene since 2014
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