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Care Provided by Driftwood House
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 28 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Our standard fee is payable 4 weekly in advance by Bank Standing Order.
Our fee schedule varies depending on the level of care needed and the type of
accommodation chosen. These fees are inclusive of an £8 weekly amenity charge.
• £1,150.00 – Normal Dependency. This package is for the resident who perhaps
has dementia but is generally independent but requires occasional or minimal
help at times during the 24hr period.
• £1,175.00 – Medium Dependency. Ongoing support with daily care including
washing, dressing and meal support or singly incontinent.
• £1,200.00 – Higher Dependency. Two staff members who are required to support
with manual handling or doubly incontinent.
• £1,225.00 - High Dependency, including the management of challenging
behaviour.
• £1,275.00 - High Dependency, with one-to-one support for an additional hour a
Our fee schedule varies depending on the level of care needed and the type of
accommodation chosen. These fees are inclusive of an £8 weekly amenity charge.
• £1,150.00 – Normal Dependency. This package is for the resident who perhaps
has dementia but is generally independent but requires occasional or minimal
help at times during the 24hr period.
• £1,175.00 – Medium Dependency. Ongoing support with daily care including
washing, dressing and meal support or singly incontinent.
• £1,200.00 – Higher Dependency. Two staff members who are required to support
with manual handling or doubly incontinent.
• £1,225.00 - High Dependency, including the management of challenging
behaviour.
• £1,275.00 - High Dependency, with one-to-one support for an additional hour a
day (7 hours per week).
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Driftwood House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Driftwood House 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
- Armscare Ltd
- Private Owned
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2008
Room Information
- Single Rooms (26)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
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Driftwood House Reviews (9)
9.4
Driftwood House has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.384) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Driftwood House has 9 reviews.
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Review from M L (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 July 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Mum is currently a resident here and we decided to go away together for a few days. The staff supported mum by having all the clothes she needed packed and explained thoroughly in great detail about her medication to be taken and when while she was away. Great care and consideration was taken and is taken . Staff have a positive attitide, are kind and take time to talk about mum when I visit.
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Review from Teresa L (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 April 2026 Submitted via Website•
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The wonderful staff of Driftwood House have been caring for my mother for just over three years and she is very happy there. Her room is comfortable and well-equipped, and all the staff are competent, friendly and very caring. Meals are well presented, nutritious and varied, with close attention paid to Mum's food preferences. The staff take an interest in my mother and go out of their way to spend time with her and keep her company. She would not want to live anywhere else, and we are very happy indeed that she is being so well cared for there.
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Review from B W (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 April 2026 Submitted via Website•
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For several years my late mother lived at this care home, she was treated with genuine kindness, patience, and dignity. The staff consistently showed her compassion, taking the time to understand her needs and making her feel valued every single day.
What always stood out most was the friendliness of the staff. Their ability to stay positive, calm, and reassuring made such a difference-not only to her, but to us as a family.
What always stood out most was the friendliness of the staff. Their ability to stay positive, calm, and reassuring made such a difference-not only to her, but to us as a family.
Overall, my mother received good, reliable, and thoughtful care throughout her many years there. The new improvements being introduced are a wonderful step forward and will only make the environment even better-more modern, more comfortable, and even more homely for the residents and their families. I am deeply grateful for everything the team did for my mother, especially in her final days, and I would not hesitate to recommend this care home.
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Review from Beverley B (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 April 2026 Submitted via Website•
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My mother moved in to driftwood house in June 2025, originally just for 6weeks until a permanent place was found but she became so settled and happy there we decided to make her stay permanent. We definitely don't regret this decision as the staff are very professional and absolutely lovely, their attitude and dedication towards the residents is excellent, the house is clean and the other residents also seem very happy.
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Review from Jessica H (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 September 2025 Submitted via Website•
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My mother has been a resident at Driftwood for over 2 years, and she loves living there. The care staff are all wonderful, so kind, patient and efficient, and also very friendly.
The food is also of very high quality, with lots of variety and plenty of fruit and vegetables.
My sister and I wouldn't want our mum to be anywhere else, and our mum feels the same way.
The food is also of very high quality, with lots of variety and plenty of fruit and vegetables.
My sister and I wouldn't want our mum to be anywhere else, and our mum feels the same way.
A brilliant place with amazing staff and facilities.
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Review from Suzanne T (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 August 2025 Submitted via Website•
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My father was sent to Driftwood House from the hospital at Kings Lynn and I extended his stay because he seemed settled. He has deteriorated quite a bit and I decided to move him closer to me so I could visit easier. He has always been treated well at this home, although he wants to go home, although this is no longer possible. The staff are always friendly and do their best to attend all the dementia patients to the best of their ability. No doubt he will miss all of them.
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Review from M B (Sister of Resident) published on 16 July 2025 Submitted via Website•
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A fabulous time was had by all at the Mad Hatters tea party today. My brother & I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves & everyone joined in the fun. The staff were brilliant as always, very kind & very caring. Plenty of lovely food, drink & music to enjoy
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Review from Peter R (Son of Resident) published on 9 June 2025 Submitted via Website•
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The staff at Driftwood are so kind and helpful, they do an absolutely brilliant job of looking after my elderly father. There is a lovely, friendly atmosphere and nothing is too much trouble. It's not nice having a parent who needs 24 hour care but it is reassuring to know my father is being cared for so well. I would definitely recommend Driftwood to anyone else in a similar position.
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Review from Antonia K (Friend of Resident) published on 3 June 2020 Submitted via Website•
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My friend and ex-neighbour has been a resident at Driftwood House for some time now. The staff have looked after him incredibly well. He is treated with respect and the staff enable the residents to make their own decisions as to how they spend their time. The home went into lockdown as soon as Coronavirus hit our country - weeks before it became compulsory- to have the best chance of keeping the residents and staff virus free. This has been proven to be the best way as no resident or member of staff has contracted Covid-19. Visitors are allowed to talk to residents through the window or on the phone so they don't feel so isolated. The staff are always helpful and friendly as is the owner and I can't praise them enough for the care and attention they give to their residents
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Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 27 October 2025Overall
Requires improvement
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- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Driftwood House
What types of Care is Driftwood House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Driftwood House have?
There are 26 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at Driftwood House?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Driftwood House to the centre of Hunstanton?
0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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