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Dorrington House (Dereham) is a purpose-built facility that is located close to the town centre, with ample parking and one acre of established gardens. All rooms are ground floor single with en-suite facilities. The home offers Wi-Fi facilities for video visiting, and all care plans are available online.
Communal areas include a spacious main lounge/dining room as well as a bar area. Entertainment is also held in this room as well...
Care Provided by Dorrington House (Dereham)
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Eating Disorders
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 45 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
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Threshold for Social Services support is £23,250.00 please e-mail for help and advice to secure support Our fee policy insures fairness and continuity when self funders go below the threshold and apply to NCC avoiding being moved.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Dorrington House (Dereham) for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Dorrington House (Dereham) 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
- Dorrington House
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Louise Daglish(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1990
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (45)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (45)
Visiting
- No set visiting hours. Please be mindful during mealtimes, Gp & nurse visits, or when staff would be dispensing medication they may be busy. Please e-mail Steve or Lorraine Dorrington, the owners anytime to answer your questions or concerns.
Parking
- Ample parking 100yrds from the market place. Easy footpath access to the Town Center, convenient for shopping with residents, weather permitting.
Dorrington House (Dereham) Reviews (78)
Dorrington House (Dereham) has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.733) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Dorrington House (Dereham) has 78 reviews.
I find the home very pleasing to my wife. They try to do all they can in difficult jobs.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you.
Good communication from team. Meets all needs and plenty of variety in activities.
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I have been a close friend of a resident since we met in The Salvation Army in Sheringham where we were both soldiers - also we were both nurses. The resident was living in a housing association flat in Sherignham with minimal care - not appropriate to her needs - what a relief it was when her social worker found Dorrington House - I visit her several times a week and can't fault anything! If I need care this would be my first choice! Thank you for the care she receives!
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you.
I am very pleased with the care my aunt has received since she has been at the home. Staff are knowledgeable and attentive, and I feel that my she is in safe hands. I would happily recommend this care home.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
I am a volunteer for the church and visit monthly and join in other times with activities. I am always impressed with the happiness of the residents the staff always attending to their needs and going above and beyond to join in the fun and activities. We love singing all together and it's a great atmosphere. I would recommend Dorrington House to anyone and would send my relatives here.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
Skeleton staff on Sunday. Clean throughout and tidy, with a really nice friendly atmosphere. Nice carers, all very friendly; my husband seems happy here and warm. If he's happy that's what it's all about.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
Thank you team we really appreciate all you and the staff do for Mum
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
As soon as you walk into the care home, it definitely feels like a home, and not like a glorified hotel. Receptionist and manager were extremely helpful and very welcoming. All areas were clean, lots of different areas residents could go to, and a lovely outside space, lots of activities on offer too. Best home that I have visited, and with great staff would highly recommend.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
I can honestly say this level of care is fantastic. We know that our uncle is fully cared for and happy. We would recommend Dorrington House to everyone who is looking for care for a loved one.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
Very pleased with the care mum has been receiving since she has been in the home. Staff are welcoming and I know my mum feels very settled which is a blessing. Would highly recommend this care home.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven...
Residents are treated with respect are well cared for and well fed. Activities are varied and staff very enthusiastic.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven...
My mum has been at Dorrington House for nearly 2 years. The care and kindness she receives is excellent. My mum is happy and well cared for by the staff. I feel supported too when things get overwhelming. I honestly don't know where we would be without the staff here.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
My nan lives in the home. I can honestly say this place is one of a kind. The people living here do so much. The activity people are fantastic. The home looks fresh, homely, clean and inviting with the new decor. The staff team are always helpful, happy, chatty and kind. The manager is very friendly and always lists and fixes any problems. This is a care home to be sought after and always remembered.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you.
I have found that my wife is getting excellent care I cannot fault the way she is looked after. My wife seems happy with the care she is getting.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
Management all very friendly and keep me informed about my sister. Care staff very helpful. Do a lot of activities and food good.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
Dad has lived here for 2 years now. He has become part of the big 'family' feel. The staff are all amazing and are all so caring and kind.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
A lovely vibrant atmosphere with good activities. Our relative gets good holistic support for all her needs. We are always kept up to date regarding health and general needs. The staff both admin and care staff are always helpful and approachable - reassuring us as only relatives. A highly recommended residential unit.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
Dorrington House Dereham has been a very positive move for our dad. All the staff and management are extremely kind caring and professional. We always feel at 'home' when we visit. What a fabulous place to be! Dad has made loads of friends and is always getting involved in all the amazing activities.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
I find Dorrinton House at Dereham is very good and my husband is very happy here.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
I cannot fault the care my mother and father have received from Dorrington House. I am always kept informed and regularly updated regarding their care, medications etc. The staff are amazing always exhibiting care and compassion towards the residents and indeed toward other family members. The atmosphere in the home is always happy and there is always something going on in the form of entertainment, activities or outings which the residents are all encouraged to engage in. I am so grateful to all at Dorrington House for looking after my parents so diligently.
Thank you very much for your review. We take these very seriously and you can email us anytime. Thank you. (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider) (Name: Steven Dorrington Email: steve@dorringtonhouse.com Position: Service Provider)
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 24 January 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dorrington House (Dereham)
What types of Care is Dorrington House (Dereham) registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Eating Disorders are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Dorrington House (Dereham) have?
There are 45 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Dorrington House (Dereham)?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Dorrington House (Dereham) to the centre of Dereham?
0.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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