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The dedicated dementia suite supports independence, with staff who are expertly trained in supporting adults who live with dementia. Daily activities and regular outings are organised by dedicated activities coordinators.
Ongoing training and investment keeps standards high. Other facilities include a hair salon and shop. Meals are prepared daily by the on-site kitchen team, offering a nutritious...
Care Provided by Grovelands
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 61 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
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Grovelands fees start from £1,400 per week, adjusted to individual care requirements.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Grovelands for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Grovelands 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
- Somerset Care
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Karen Cheshire(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (61)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (30)
Grovelands Reviews (93)
Grovelands has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.931) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Grovelands has 93 reviews.
I cannot fault anything the staff were brilliant, everything was spotless. If I had to go into a home this is my choice.
Kind regards,
Grovelands
I was very impressed and very happy with everything. The staff were very caring and kind. I would recommend the home to anyone.
Kind regards,
Grovelands
My mum was a resident here for four years and it was welcoming and friendly. All the staff encouraged and supported her as dementia and mobility loss took hold. I always found it to be a caring environment and had a homely feeling.
Kind regards,
Grovelands
Since moving into Grovelands her confidence, health and overall demeanor has improved no end. I put this largely down to the fantastic staff at Grovelands.
They have been so accommodating and welcoming, I feel a great deal of relief and comfort that she is being cared for with compassion and dignity 24/7.
The light, airy home is kept spotlessly clean and the meals are fantastic and varied.
Huge thanks to all the staff.
Kind regards,
Grovelands
As in many cases this was quite a traumatic experience moving our mum into residential care, but it has been handled in an extremely sympathetic and empathetic way.
What a lovely home operated by superb staff. Thoroughly recommended.
Dear Andrew, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for Grovelands in Yeovil. We recognise that supporting a loved one to move into residential care can be emotionally challenging for the whole family, and are glad to have been able to ease that transition as much as possible for you all....
My husband spent 2 weeks with you for restbite and he really enjoyed it. All of the staff were excellent, very friendly and helpful. There was a good variety of food and drink, which he was encouraged to eat. I would be very happy if he could be here permanately.
Kind regards,
Grovelands
My Mother, who will be 106 years old in April 2026, has now been at Grovelands for over 2 years. All the staff take great care to ensure my Mother has the best life possible at her advanced years. The choice we made to settle her at Grovelands was an easy one having compared it with several others. It has a friendly atmosphere, it's always spotlessly clean and all the staff are willing to help in any way. I am happy to recommend Grovelands to potential residents.
Kind regards,
Grovelands
My husband has loved your care. He would not have lasted this long without the good care of the home and staff 3 1/2 years. They have looked after him and have been helpful to me.
Kind regards,
This is a really nice care home, very well laid out and a pleasant atmosphere. I particularly like that they have varied activities to do and often do excursions. The staff are all very friendly & really good with the residents.
Best regards,
Grovelands
Could not recommend highly enough, It was a clear winner when we viewed several homes at the start and we have since had to switch my Grandmother due to her circumstances and can honestly say absolutely none that we have viewed since come anywhere near either.
The home itself is lovely, Has everything that is required, Rooms and communal areas are all a really good size and always kept very clean and tidy.
The staff are incredible, at all levels.
My Grandma never wanted for anything, they always made time for her and any visitors also.
Would recommend to anyone, very grateful to everyone at Grovelands.
Best regards,
Grovelands
I'm delighted with my parents' experience at Grovelands. Right from our first visit, we felt very comfortable and welcome. They loved how large and comfortable their rooms were and, in particular, really appreciated the en-suite bathrooms. My parents still talk about how much they enjoyed the food at mealtimes and how nice they found the regular rounds of tea and biscuits. The icing on the cake, and a real credit to Grovelands, is the staff. My parents cannot praise them highly enough. I saw first-hand how deeply they care about their residents, at all times professional and yet with real empathy. Grovelands is easily my top choice for a care home for my parents.
Best regards,
Grovelands
Thank you to everyone for making my stay here very pleasant. All staff have been cheerful, kind and considerate at all times. My room was comfortable and the food has been very good.
Best regards,
Grovelands
A clean, welcoming home. Medical care excellent. Good access to staff.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback for Grovelands residential and dementia care home in Yeovil. Your kind words and positive ratings are very much appreciated.Best regards,Grovelands
My mum has been living in Grovelands for nearly two years. I cannot speak highly enough of the care she has received since moving there. The staff are all wonderful, kind and caring and they go above and beyond with all the activities they put on to keep the residents happy and engaged both mentally and physically. Grovelands is always clean and well maintained and I really don't think we could have found a better place for Mu to be at this stage in her life.
Dear Kim, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review for the care your Mum receives at Grovelands in Yeovil. It is a privilege to support your Mum, and we are so pleased that she is settled, happy and engaged in the place she now calls home.Best regards,Grovelands
From the first time of entering Grovelands, we were made to feel so welcome. We were given a very informative tour as we were looking for respite care for my 89 year old mother who had experienced a number of serious falls at home. We were fortunate that a room was available and mum was transferred from hospital. We were informed of the process every step of the way. There was a card and flowers in her room and we have found all the staff to be so accommodating and nothing is too much trouble. The accommodation is immaculate whilst keeping a homely feel. Any queries or concerns regarding Mum's care are answered promptly and feel me with confidence that we made the right choice with Grovelands for mum. She is always happy when we leave and arrive. We hope that mum will be able to stay.
Thank you for taking the time to share your lovely feedback for your Mum's respite stay at Grovelands. We are glad to have been able to support her discharge from hospital, and to provide you with peace of mind about her safety and care. Your kind words mean the world, and we will share them with the team.Best regards,Grovelands
All staff from bottom up and top down are superb, professional and friendly. They look after mums well being in all aspects.
Her needs are met often above and beyond and exceeds all expectations.
It remains "her home"
A big thankyou to you all.
You ALL work very hard to achieve this.
Thankyou again
Dear Janet. What a lovely review! We are so touched by your incredible feedback for your Mum's care, and the place she calls home. Thank you so much for your kind words, and for entrusting your dear Mum into our care. Best regards,Grovelands
My mother was cared for at Grovelands in Yeovil between Nov 24 and June 25. The home itself was immaculate. The food excellent and the staff were absolutely superb and genuinely caring! We could not fault Grovelands in any way.
Dear Alan, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the care your dear Mother received at Grovelands. We are touched by your kind words, and will share these with the team. Please take good care.Best regards,Grovelands
Mum moved in here in February for respite initially, but then my Dad passed and it is becoming more of a permanent fixture (although I live in Essex, so am hoping to get her with me soon - if I could pick up the whole care home, all the staff and residents to be in Essex, I would). Mum is going to miss this place so much, and so will I. From Day one the manager and all the staff (from managers, senior nurses, the housekeeper, admin staff, each and every carer and the activity ladies), showed how much they really care - Mum has settled in so well, and with me being so far away, it has really helped ease the pressure and worry on me. She loves lots of attention, and this she gets in spades, it's so heartwarming to see when I visit. We've been allowed to personalise her room so that she has all her memories with her, and it makes it feel like home from home. She is in expert hands every day, and I couldn't wish for better. THANK YOU everyone, you're amazing!
Thank you so much for your kind words about the care and support your Mum receives at Grovelands. It is an absolute privilege to help her feel at home, and to put your mind at rest about her care. It's wonderful to have you both as part of our extended Grovelands family. Best regards,Somerset Care
I feel I need to write a new review as my mother has been at Grovelands on the residential side for 3 years now and I/we are still as overwhelmingly happy as we were when my mum first went there. This residential home is like home from home. All the staff are exceptional from the management to the carers the domestics the activities lady and admin staff. They all make it the special place it is. My mum has a lovely room which she has personalised and overlooks their gorgeous garden. The whole place is bright and airy but at the same time cosy and the whole place is kept impeccably clean. When I go to visit I almost feel like I'm in a hotel and the atmosphere is always welcoming. I feel so blessed to have the security of knowing my mum is in a place where she is so loved. All the staff genuinely care about their residents and it makes a huge difference. It is so nice to not have to worry about your loved ones because they are in the best hands. WELL DONE GROVELANDS
Thank you for your incredible 5-star feedback for Grovelands! We are pleased to provide the care and support which your Mum needs to feel comfortable and at home, whilst also providing comfort and reassurance to her family. Our residents really are like family to us, so we like to show them the...
Mum is very pleased with the wonderful staff who takes care to make her days interesting. She likes all the food and has made a couple of very nice friends living at Grovelands.
thank you for sharing your feedback for Grovelands. We love having your Mum with us, and it has been lovely to watch her making new friends and enjoying herself. Best regards,Grovelands
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 16 April 2025Outstanding
- CaringOutstanding
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledOutstanding
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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 22 Sep 2025
Residents and colleagues at Grovelands residential, respite and dementia care home in Yeovil are celebrating after once again being awarded the coveted ‘Outstanding’ rating by the Care Quality Commission. The...
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Awards / Recognitions (4)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Somerset Care
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Somerset Care
- 01 Nov 2019Recipient: Grovelands
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Grovelands.
Meet the Team (1)

I have worked at Grovelands since 2007 and feel a strong sense of pride in the outstanding reputation of the home and the dedicated staff team who are committed to caring for our residents. It is greatly important to me to support people to make our home their home, with photos and furnishings to truly personalise their environment. It is also important to support and encourage residents to maintain their interests and be introduced to new adventures and make new friends!
When residents choose to live at Grovelands I feel it is the beginning of a new chapter and journey in their lives, and my aim is to make this the happiest time possible and ensure that meaningful regular contact with their family and old friends is a priority.I believe strongly in paying attention to detail and empowering staff to provide the best standard of residential and PETALS dementia care with compassion and dignity.
Visitors always comment on our incredibly friendly staff, the warm welcome they receive and the homely atmosphere. I am proud that residents and their families speak so highly of Grovelands and recommend us to their friends. I welcome feedback to enable changes and continual improvements to be made with the service.
Frequently Asked Questions about Grovelands
What types of Care is Grovelands registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Grovelands have?
There are 61 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Grovelands?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Grovelands to the centre of Yeovil?
0.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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