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Stylish and contemporary furnishings combine with picturesque gardens to make this a satisfying place to spend a retirement, with carers available throughout the day and night.
Part of the Minster Care group portfolio, the home is committed to maximising the home's potential for good physical, mental and emotional health, providing compassionate care from a team of properly trained staff.
Care Provided by Karam Court Care Home
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 51 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
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Karam Court Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Karam Court Care Home 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
- Minster Care Group
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Nicola Bagley (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (51)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (4)
Karam Court Care Home Reviews (13)
Karam Court Care Home has a Review Score of 8.8 (8.828) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Karam Court Care Home has 13 reviews.
Over several visits, I have always found my brother-in-law well cared for. HE is always in good spirits. I find the staff to be attentive to all his needs, often dealing with sometimes complex issues, in a very professional manner. They go to great lengths to a lay any concerns that I may have. I feel that nothing is too much bother. They show patience and understanding. I am so grateful to all the staff who work together to make his life comfortable and healthy as possible.
Thank you, for your thoughtful and heartfelt review of Karam Court Care Home.
We are delighted to hear that your brother-in-law is happy, comfortable, and being so well cared for by our team. Providing compassionate, professional, and person-centred care while supporting residents with patience,...
My brother has been at Karam Court for approximately one year now. During the whole of this time I have received nothing but reassurance and appropriate advice and understanding from staff. I have been overwhelmed by the knowledge and care given by staff, who have always responded promptly to any questions / points I raise. My brother has benefited so much from being at Karam Court, and I thank the staff for their hard work and commitment.
Thank you, Heather, for your heartfelt review and kind feedback about Karam Court Care Home.
We are truly pleased to hear that your brother has benefited so positively from his time with us and that our team has provided reassurance, understanding, and support throughout his journey at the home....
My sister has been a resident of Karam Care Home for over 4 years. In that time I have observed first hand the level of care and attention that she has received from the entire team. The staff are excellent and have provided faultless care. They are very friendly and approachable and have always willingly assisted with any queries on concerns I have had regarding my sisters health. The management team lead extremely well and have assisted me every step of the way in navigating through paperwork and care plans. The care home is very homely and kept to the highest level of cleanliness. I have always felt my sister is being looked after well in the best possible hands. For all you do - and the kind thoughtful way you do it - thank you!
Thank you so much for your heartfelt feedback. We're truly grateful for your trust and kind words. It's wonderful to hear that your sister has received such excellent care and support from the entire team, and we're honoured to have played a part in her well-being.
My husband has been here since April 2024. He's settled in really well. I feel he's safe here when he wasnt at home. The staff are all friendly.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are delighted that your husband has settled in and is happy with his person-tailored care. kind regards.
Kind and caring staff, always made sure Dad's needs were met. Well-prepared meals and snacks throughout the day. The home was always willing to help out with family's special occasions. When my Dad needed medical help, it was always seen to. Lovely home and staff, would thoroughly recommend Karam Court to others.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're so glad to hear that your dad is happy with the tailored care provided at Karam Court. Our team strives to provide a high standard of care at all times.
Dad lived at Karam Court for 5 years. It was clear that he was provided with a happy, safe and caring environment to live in throughout his time there. When Dad's health deteriorated, the staff adapted and responded to his additional needs appropriately. GP and palliative care team were consulted and an end-of-life pathway put in place; the staff provided meticulous 2-hour care as he deteriorated. In addition, the consideration towards us as a family went above and beyond our expectations. I have worked in NHS for 42 years and have never witnessed such excellent end-of-life care. I do not know how to put into words the gratitude my family and I feel for the care Dad received throughout his five years at Karam Court. All the staff deserve a commendation for having such a wonderful caring and supportive work ethic. Thank you to all at Karam Court who looked after Dad and provided such fantastic care.
Thank you for your heartfelt review. We are truly honoured to have cared for your dad during his time at Karam Court. Providing compassionate and tailored care, especially during difficult times, is at the core of what we do. Thank you for your trust and support.
My dad had been a resident at Karam Court for a number of years - always treated with dignity, respect and kindness. Towards dad's last days, we were lost as to what to do for him, to make him as comfortable as possible. The care home seniors stepped in immediately and assisted us in arranging palliative care for dad. He was assessed at the care home, with us present and this was a great relief to us. His care continued in the care home with palliative nurse support. Dad's final days were addressed with dignity, genuine care and gentleness and every thought was given to him and to the family at all times. Dad slipped away peacefully in an environment he had known and enjoyed - he never once asked to leave. The support of the carers was outstanding and they felt the loss of dad as keenly as we did. We couldn't have asked for more, we will be forever grateful for how you looked after our dad, at all times. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts - dad would say the same too.
We are deeply touched by your kind words and are honoured to have cared for your dad, thank you for allowing us to be a part of his journey. Our team is committed to providing compassionate and supportive care to both residents and their families. We are grateful for the trust you placed in us. Kind regards.
My brother came to live at Karam Court in 2018. He was a confused man. He's been in hospital a couple of times and was living alone in a flat. He was finally diagnosed with Vascular Dementia and Frontotemporal Dementia. I find the staff who visited him to be knowledgeable and friendly. They had a place for him. They had identified a man who would friend him. My brother settled in really quickly. They were kind and patient with him. They have unreservedly helped with problems. It was a great choice of home for him.
Kind regards.
During her stay, staff were overheard shouting at patients and being quite forceful.
My nan expressed her complaints about how the staff both treated her/spoke to her and how she felt undignified there.
Following her passing, her daughter attended to collect her belongings. This was one day after she had passed and the staff had packed away her belongings into black bags without family consent. This was something her family wanted to do and it was extremely inconsiderate considering the time frame after her passing.
Firstly may I pass on my condolences to you and your family. I am genuinely sad to hear you did not have a positive experience during your Nan's stay with us and apologise for any part we had to play with that. We take all reviews very seriously, good or bad. I will personally look into your...
I cannot speak highly enough of the care that was provided for my mother and father. The home itself is modern and well laid out and feels very secure and extremely well managed, and the care staff are second to none who are very dedicated and go beyond what is expected of them. I am extremely grateful to Karam Court and feel blessed that Mom and Dad were so well cared for.
My dad has been at Karam Court now for 15 months. He is energetic on the whole and needs plenty of space to walk, night or day and needs people to engage with him. Myself and my family are extremely grateful to everyone at Karam Court for the way they care for dad. The food is wonderful - he always has second helpings! He is clean and tidy, his clothes are cleaned, ironed and returned in no time at all, but most importantly, often when I visit I find him chatting and laughing with the carers or doing paperwork with them as he used to when he was at work - he is happy. During the good weather, he will potter around the garden. They take the time and the trouble to think of new ways of engaging him as his dementia changes and report back to the family when we visit each day. As dad's condition moves on, we know that we have a full team working with us to care for him and that is priceless.
My Dad went into Karam Court just before Christmas 2017, having shown "challenging" behaviour (due to his dementia) at two previous establishments. The change in his attitude and behaviour was almost instant, thanks entirely to the wonderful staff at Karam Court. He relished being given small tasks to do as he felt useful again.
Dad was always clean and well-dressed when I visited, and I could tell that he felt comfortable and safe there.
The staff seemed to know instinctively how to treat Dad so that he did not feel threatened or challenged in any way, and it was obvious that he felt happy and well looked-after.
My thanks go out to all the staff, they are a credit to their profession.
My husband received excellent care, he was always immaculate and well groomed. I will be internally grateful to the staff and management for the way they treated not only my husband but myself and my family. Thank you.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 09 October 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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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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Meet the Team (1)

I am extremely dedicated to my job. This has been made possible with the support of my husband and four children. 30 years experience in care. Manager for 17 years. RMA qualified. Dementia Diploma, all mandatory training and extensive service-specific training.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karam Court Care Home
What types of Care is Karam Court Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Karam Court Care Home have?
There are 51 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Karam Court Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Karam Court Care Home to the centre of Smethwick?
1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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