Homestead Care Home

208 Ogley Road, Brownhills, Walsall WS8 6AN
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The Homestead Care Home provides specialised care for elderly people suffering from past and present mental illness. This purpose built facility provides round the clock care and has achieved the internationally recognised standard of ISO 9001:2008 and the nationally recognised standard Investors In People.

Accommodation at The Homestead is offered in 35 single rooms, 13 of which have en-suite facilities. Residents are welcome to bring personal possessions. Communal areas include three lounge areas and a dining room. A nutritious and varied menu is offered and special diets can be catered for upon request.

Social and recreational activities are offered and entertainment provided as well as outings.

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Care Provided by Homestead Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • 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 35 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1125
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1125
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1150
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1150

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Homestead Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Homestead 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)

Contact Homestead Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Owner

  • Homestead Services Ltd
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Alex Matthews (Registered Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2018
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (35)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)

Visiting

  • Flexible visiting

Parking

  • Onsite Car Park

Homestead Care Home Reviews (55)

9.6

Homestead Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.583) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Homestead Care Home has 55 reviews.

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Review from Anne P (Friend of Resident) published on 2 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A very pleasant experience, staff very friendly & helpful. Home clean and pleasant to be in, rooms the same. All in all, happy to see our friend getting what she needs.
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Review from Donna M (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum came to the home in October 2025. She settled well and is well cared for. Staff keep me up to date whenever is necessary and it gives me great peace of mind that mum is safe and well cared for. Thank you to you all.
Reply from Alex Matthews, Registered Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your lovely comments. I will pass these comments on to the team.
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Review from P D (Sister of Resident) published on 13 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I am Doreen's blood sister and power of attorney.
Doreen is very happy, she enjoys her food and likes the carers very much. Homestead is a very happy place with lots of activities for residents.
Reply from Alex Matthews, Registered Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your lovely comments. I will pass these comments on to the team.
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Review from A M (Wife of Resident) published on 13 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall care is good, no visible problems. Satisfactory.
Reply from Alex Matthews, Registered Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your lovely comments. I will pass these comments on to the team.
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Review from S J (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 11 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff are caring and attentive.
Management approachable and understanding.
Personal care is well maintained, and support is given to the individual to maintain independence.
Activities - a new activity leader is in the pipeline - needs to be a priority for those clients who are more able.
Reply from Alex Matthews, Registered Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your lovely comments. I will pass these comments on to the team.
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Review from C P (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mom has been here for almost 12 months. She is very settled here, trusts and gets on well with the staff. She has come on lots in the Homestead, previous to her last home. Lots of lovely carers, fed well, looked after well. Any problems they are sorted ASAP. Lots of friendly chat. More activities are
needed and a bit of decorating, but overall a lovely home.
Reply from Alex Matthews, Registered Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your lovely comments. I will pass these comments on to the team.
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Review from Amanda W (Stepdaughter of Resident) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are attentive and reactive to all things care. They go over and beyond to support my dad and myself. They manage tricky times with dignity and respect.
Reply from Alex Matthews, Registered Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your lovely comments. I will pass these comments on to the team.
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Review from S T (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Right from my first visit, I was impressed, so kind and caring. All my questions were answered. I was given lots of reassurance, as it was so hard to make the decision for my father to go into a home. I can not recommend Homestead enough, every member of staff are so kind, caring to residents & visitors.
Everyone has time to chat with the residents, no matter how busy they are.
Thank you for being amazing!!
Reply from Alex Matthews, Registered Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your lovely comments. I will pass these comments on to the team.
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Review from Valerie J (Cousin of Resident) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I visit my cousin Jill every week - twice a week, and always find her happy. The staff here are so very kind and friendly. Always ready to help to take measures to make Jill comfortable, and the food is very acceptable. We are never disappointed in the way she is being looked after.
Reply from Alex Matthews, Registered Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your lovely comments. I will pass these comments on to the team.
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Review from M C (Son of Resident) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Exceptional care given to our mother.
Reply from Alex Matthews, Registered Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your lovely comments. I will pass these comments on to the team.
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Review from A M (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 February 2026 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I come to visit my mother the past 2 years and have seena dramtic change! Thank you for all the love showed!
Reply from Alex Matthews, Registered manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your lovely comments. I will pass these comments on to the team.
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Review from W R (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum has just died after spending 20 months in this care home. Homestead is clean and warm, the food excellent, and there are plenty of activities and entertainments to keep residents happy and occupied. But the main reason I would gladly recommend the care home to anyone who asked is the staff.
Nothing was too much trouble for them, and they treated her not just with respect, but with compassion and genuine affection. It is hard to leave a loved one in the hands of strangers, but in the case of Homestead the strangers quickly became friends, and Mum part of the family. They will have my heartfelt thanks for their care of my mother for the rest of my days.
Reply from Alexandra Aulton, Registered Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for your lovely comments, I am pleased to hear of your positive experience of Homestead. I will pass your comments on to the staff team.
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Review from T W (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 7 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent experience with superb care from really caring staff.
Everyone was so helpful and accommodating our mom loved it there always something going on.
Alex came to our house to introduce himself and go through the induction process which put all our minds at rest.
Reply from Alexandra Aulton, Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for your lovely comments, I am pleased to hear of your positive experience of Homestead. I will pass your comments on to the staff team.
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Review from L H (Friend of Resident) published on 7 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've been to the home visiting a friend , the staff are all lovely , very welcoming and helpful, it's very clean and warm for all the patients ,
Nothing was to much for any member of staff ,
Really would recommend this home to anyone ..
10/10 the management was hands on too , an always available
Reply from Alexandra Aulton, Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for your lovely comments. I will pass this over to the care team. We are glad to hear of your positive experience with Homestead Care Home.
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Review from Andrew B (Son of Resident) published on 31 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mom has settled in well, staff are very approachable, kind and caring. Happy to answer any questions, and respond quickly if there are any concerns. There is a good level of activities that Mom is encouraged and supported to participate in. They are also good at supporting family members and very
thankful for their care and understanding.
Reply from Alexandra Rogers, Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for your lovely comments. I'm happy to hear of your positive experience. I will share your comments with the team.
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Review from Simon B (Son of Resident) published on 4 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mom has been in the home for approximately 5 weeks, she had a very difficult time settling in but the staff didn't give up on her and worked with mental health to get her on the correct medication. All the staff are amazing and nothing is too much trouble, we are always reminded to call at any time
to get an update on how she is. There are plenty of activities going on and she has even been taken out to get her nails done and have a bite to eat. I love the way Mom is allowed to roam free in the safety of the home and there's always plenty of staff to keep an eye on her and to interact with. I feel so lucky that Mom has a place in this home and is well looked after, I honestly can't thank them all enough.
Reply from Alexandra Rogers, Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for your lovely comments. I'm happy to hear of your positive experience. I will share your comments with the team.
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Review from K B (Wife of Resident) published on 20 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Clean, plenty of activities, and good food. Residents always look clean, the place never smells of urine etc. The staff always pleasant. The staff are friendly.
Reply from Alexandra Rogers, Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you for your lovely comments. I'm happy to hear of your positive experience. I will share your comments with the team.
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Review from Elaine R (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Homestead has been nothing but fantastic with Mom since she started living there last year. January this year in particular, after a stay in hospital. Nothing is too much trouble to make her as comfortable as they possibly can.
You could see the difference in Mom as soon as she got back to Homestead
more relaxed and smiling at the carers, which just goes to show how at home she feels.
This and the lovely staff that always make us feel so welcome when we visit is such a huge relief knowing Mom is so well cared for and she is happy
Sadly our grandmother passed away at Christmas. We were concerned she might not be able to get to the funeral, but the fantastic staff at Homestead assured us that Mom would be there, and she was. Even had her hair and nails done too plus a member of staff for support. Nothing is too much for them. This alone, we will always be grateful for.
Reply from Alexandra Rogers, Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you so much for your lovely comments. I will pass these over to the care team. We are happy to hear of your positive experience here at Homestead Care Home.
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Review from S A (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff from the manager, carers, wellbeing, kitchen, cleaners to the gardener are always welcoming, friendly, caring and supportive both to my mom and our family.
Mom originally went for respite but we decided that she was so settled, happy and had every need catered for that she would become
a permanent resident.
The home is excellent, well-managed, and very informative.
Reply from Alexandra Rogers, Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you so much for your lovely comments. I will pass these over to the care team. We are happy to hear of your positive experience here at Homestead Care Home.
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Review from G E (Son of Resident) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are kind and helpful and I have seen my mother put weight on (she wasn’t eating) and is always comfortable. I feel the home is well-run and is warm and welcoming. As a family member, I have been welcomed into the home as well.
Reply from Alexandra Rogers, Manager at Homestead Care HomeThank you so much for your lovely comments. I will pass these over to the care team.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.583)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.583) out of 10 for Homestead Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.658 for Homestead Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (138 Excellents x 5) + (54 Goods x 4) + (7 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 199 Ratings = 4.658
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.925 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Homestead Care Home is based on 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.925
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 35 registered maximum number of service users is 7, which has been reached with 17 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 18 Dec 2019

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Requires improvement
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Meet the Team (3)

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Alex Matthews

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2025

Alex has been working in the care sector for over 14 years and has worked in both a care home setting and in the NHS mental health services. He has a wide range of knowledge across all sectors of person-centred care. Alex has always had the service users' needs at the heart of all he does and will continue to provide a high standard of care, ensuring the safety of our service users.


He started working at Homestead Care Home as a night senior back in 2022 and has progressed to Deputy Manager, leading to her becoming the Registered Home Manager.


Alex is passionate about creating a true “home from home” environment, where everyone feels comfortable, valued, and well looked after. Alex takes pride in leading a caring, compassionate team that always puts people first.


He says, "I feel it is a pleasure to be able to support those who are vulnerable and be a voice to speak up for these individuals who are unable to do so independently. I feel it is paramount to ensure person-centred care is delivered and give those individuals the best life possible."


The rewards have been immense for Alex, who tells us that it’s the gratitude and appreciation from families that continue to motivate the whole team here at Homestead Care Home to keep making a difference in the delivery of exceptional care.

Alex

Alex Aulton

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2018

Alex’s journey with Homestead Care Home began in 2008, where she first discovered her passion for supporting others. She returned in 2018 as Deputy Manager and soon after became Home Manager, bringing with her over 17 years of experience in the health and social care sector. With a strong passion for dementia care, Alex ensures that every resident feels heard, valued, and in control of their own life. She is dedicated to creating a homely, person-centred environment where residents and their families feel truly cared for.

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Stephanie Marriott

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2022

Stephanie joined Homestead Care Home in 2022 as a Senior Care Assistant and, through her dedication and passion, progressed to Deputy Manager in 2024. With over 16 years of experience in health and social care, mostly in complex care, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. Stephanie cares deeply about both resident and staff well-being and takes pride in creating a warm, family-oriented environment where everyone feels supported and valued.

Frequently Asked Questions about Homestead Care Home

What types of Care is Homestead Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability & Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Homestead Care Home have?

There are 35 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Homestead Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Homestead Care Home to the centre of Walsall?

5.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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