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This lovely 42-bed care home has lots of large bedrooms as well as lounges where residents can relax and socialise.
There are regular group activities and trips out with the care home minibus.
Staff are compassionate and put dignity and respect at the heart of their care.
Care Provided by Windward House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 42 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
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees are based on individual requirements and room choice.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Windward House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Windward 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
- Centrum Care Homes
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Drew Perry(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (42)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (40)
Visiting
- They warmly invite you to visit any of their homes. Meet their team, explore the environment, and experience their warm and welcoming community.
Parking
- Free on-site parking is available for residents, visitors, and staff, including accessible spaces near the main entrance for easy access.
Windward House Reviews (9)
Windward House has a Review Score of 9.0 (8.986) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Windward House has 9 reviews.
My wife continues to be cared for extremely well by the whole team. I would request that the website is updated with the names of the new managerial personnel and that all staff have name badges so that they can be properly acknowledged and thanked for their work.
What a lovely Xmas party you did for residents and families the staff were making sure everyone had something to eat and drink entertainment was great with everyone joining in on the Xmas song's fantastic draw prizes a really enjoyable afternoon
Thank you so much for your lovely review - so glad to hear you had a good time.
We would also like to sincerely thank you for your continued support. Your encouragement means a great deal to us and plays an important part in the ongoing growth and improvement of Windward...
I visited my mother Pat on March 14th, a most enjoyable visit. I travelled from Newquay in Cornwall and try to visit once every 3 weeks. Whilst on this visit, I accompanied my mum to lunch, where she ate a sweet and tea, the food is always good here. Mum generally tends not to want to eat much; she prefers soft food and sweets. I see major refurbishment in progress, being done with due consideration to the residents and staff.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It truly means a lot to us that you make such a long journey from Cornwall to visit your mum so regularly-we're really glad to hear that your time together on March 14th was so enjoyable.
It's wonderful to know that your mum enjoyed her lunch and that...
Our family will be forever grateful for the genuine care, respect and compassion shown to my Dad from the first home visit to the final moments of his life. They gave us back the man we loved for two short but invaluable months. The staff made us and him feel like we were all part of a " family " I wish I had made the decision earlier to entrust my lovely Dad into Windward. I hope the staff and management never underestimate the positive impact they have on residents and their families!
Dear Sue,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this and your kind words. It was a real privilege to care for your Dad and to support you and your family through such an important and emotional time. Knowing that you felt he was treated with care, respect and compassion from the very...
Very caring but need more carers in times of need, some patients are very demanding and don't understand and don't understand the needs of carers.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback and kind words about our caring team. We truly appreciate your recognising the dedication of our staff. Some patients may have complex needs at times, and our team always strives to support everyone with patience, compassion, and respect. Your comments...
I was very impressed with the genuine care shown by the staff for my mother. She passed away a few days ago, having been at Windward for about 15 months. All the staff seemed to be there because they genuinely cared. The staff also cared for we relatives, often offering us tea or coffee.
Her room was nice, adequately warm.
I am not experienced with care homes, so my review is not comparative.
With my cynical hat on, I'd assumed the home would increase its charges once Mum was stuck there, but I was wrong. The charge remained the same, which I was impressed with, suggesting genuine care rather than care for profit.
On behalf of the Windward team, please accept our sincere condolences on your mother's passing. We're very grateful for your thoughtful feedback about her time with us. We take pride in providing compassionate care to our residents, and we're pleased this was evident during your experience with...
We put Mother in for a week's respite care in September and couldn't be happier with the level of care and attention she received. Mother has been enthused about the placement ever since and although we obviously want to keep her at home, she's actually started to nudge us to get another break. I'd thoroughly recommend the home for the compassion and care levels received. Well done guys and thank you.
Thank you for your kind words, and we are glad your mother had a great week with the care she received last month. We're also delighted to hear it gave you the much needed respite you were looking for, and look forward to helping you again in the future.
Not a place I would recommend. My dad's stay was not the best. Not encouraged to come out of the room, even though he is a social person. Some Meds were missed for 2 weeks. Staff were always cheerful, but it's the care that's important. Not very happy overall.
Dear A M, thank you for sharing your feedback. We are truly sorry to hear your father's stay at Windward Care Home did not meet your expectations. We strive to provide high-quality care, and it's disappointing this was not your experience. After reviewing the situation, it seems the medication...
From start to finish the stay here has been comfortable and hassle-free. I have not needed to call on the staff much at all but have been checked on in a pleasant and caring way which is reassuring and left me in need of nothing.
Dear Christian, thank you for your kind words. We're delighted you had a comfortable and hassle-free stay. It's great to hear our team provided the reassurance you needed. If you ever need anything, please feel free to reach out.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 06 November 2025Good
- 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.
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Meet the Team (2)

Prior to starting Centrum Care Homes, Mehul and Tushar successfully, and continue, to lead by example in excellence in domiciliary care. Rated outstanding with the CQC and continue to provide outstanding care in the Reading area.
Mehul worked in the City within Investment Banking and Finance, working for leading Global Investment banks. Within a short period of time, Mehul was given the opportunity and responsibility of managing the bank's extensive European Property portfolio as well as advising multinationals on their mergers and acquisitions strategy.
Mehul has a passion for operational excellence, working with the team to ensure that the system and processes are in place to deliver and evidence quality care. Mehul works alongside the team to ensure that the team is meeting CQC standards, and operational sustainability and has a key eye for detail.
Prior to launching Bluebird Care, Tushar worked at Mars Inc, working in a variety of management roles in IT, Commercial, Sales and Marketing. He was responsible for the management of Mars' European Advertising and Media Agency relationships.
Tushar has a passion for bringing creative ideas to fruition to better the quality of life of our residents and team alike. Tushar works alongside the team to support business development. Working in partnership with the councils, CCGs and local charities, Tushar works in identifying challenges and putting in place sustainable and innovative long-term solutions.
Tushar is also passionate about developing a culture of quality and excellence within the workforce.

Drew has worked in health and social care since 2008, beginning his career as a carer and progressing through a wide range of roles over the last 18 years. Most recently, he worked within the NHS as a Social Care Assessor across Front-End and Complex Care teams, gaining valuable experience in community care and support services before joining Centrum Care Homes as Manager this month.
Drew is passionate about creating a positive, nurturing environment where both residents and staff can thrive. He brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to Windward House, focusing on building a supportive community and ensuring the highest standards of care.
Outside of work, Drew is married and a proud "cat dad" to Little Miss and Bear. He loves to travel, making the most of every opportunity to visit Spain, and enjoys relaxing with family and friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Windward House
What types of Care is Windward House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Windward House have?
There are 42 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Windward House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, 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 Windward House to the centre of South Brent?
0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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