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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...
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 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
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
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Homestead Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
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)
Good to Know
Owner
- Homestead Services Ltd
- Private 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)
Visiting
- Flexible visiting
Parking
- Onsite Car Park
Homestead Care Home Reviews (58)
Homestead Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.666) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Homestead Care Home has 58 reviews.
The food is very good quality and they provide a varied diet.
The staff have been absolutely amazing and, even during lockdown, have maintained regular contact and updates. I cannot praise Homestead enough for the care and respect given.
We are pleased to hear that you are happy with Homestead and the services we provide to your mum.
My dad has been at Homestead now for around two years. Dementia is a cruel disease and changes your loved one so much. Unfortunately, dementia made my dad quite difficult to handle however in all his time here I can honestly say he has been treated with respect, consideration and care. Many members of the care team have been here a while and work so hard and whenever I have been there, they have always had a smile, sometimes under even quite trying circumstances. We looked at several homes and I am so glad we decided on Homestead. Thank you to the team.
We are glad to hear that you feel that Homestead has been a good choice to meet your dad's care needs.
Homestead Care Home provides excellent care for my aunt who has vascular dementia. They treat their residents as if they were one of their own family. They are very patient, helping the residents to do everything for themselves if they are able to and keeping them stimulated with a variety of regular activities including day trips. As a family member, nothing is too much trouble when you visit the home or phone/email with enquiries. During COVID-19 and isolation, they have been innovative by providing video calling for their residents to keep in touch with their families whilst at the same time keeping their staff and residents safe. The home itself is very clean and the furniture is both practical and comfortable. I would have no problem recommending anyone to Homestead Care Home for themselves or their relatives.
We are pleased both you and your aunt are happy with Homestead and the care provided.
My husband, diagnosed with mixed dementia 5 years earlier, moved to Homestead Care Home straight from hospital. He was welcomed into his light and airy room, well furnished and with en-suite facilities, by patient caring staff, all of whom had an easy cheerful approach to their work. My husband settled quickly into a routine enjoying the food cooked for him and joining the often stimulating and entertaining activities provided for the residents. Management I found extremely cooperative and friendly, willing to explain and reassure any worries I may have had. I really can't speak too highly of this care home and its management and staff.
It is the staff at Homestead that makes it such a warm and welcoming place to be. They care so much for each and every resident - treating each one with the dignity and respect they deserve. They always say "Hello" with a smile to everyone. I would definitely recommend Homestead as a safe and secure environment to take care of a loved one.
We were unaware of him being brought here due to hospital communication (lack of).
Our biggest recommendation is due to how the staff and management here looked after him, we decided to keep him here even though we are 10 miles away.
I can't fault this home in any way. Top people who work here. Thanks for looking after my Dad properly.
The management and staff are what makes Homestead a lovely place.
My father in law was made very welcome into the care home and has settled in well. He has improved dramatically since moving in. He gets shaved every day, tea and biscuits mid-morning, looked after really well. You couldn't wish for better staff. A very well run home, the manager is really good at her job.
The home has amazing staff and the manager is fantastic, a really professional lady in every way. The care is genuine and staff work really hard to care for all the residents. The needs of the residents are varied so it is very challenging. The home has been totally renovated to a very good standard.
Homestead Care Home has changed my mother-in-law. She is like a different person, joining in with whatever activities have been arranged. The carers really co care about the residents. There is no doubt they enjoy their job. The manager, other staff and the owner are also very caring. It's a happy home and I'm so pleased that my mother-in-law has settled in in a short space of time. It is a wonderful home.
All care assistants and management caring and do everything to make the residents feel at home. Nothing was too much trouble. All queries and problems were dealt with immediately.
This care home is a very good home. The patients are kept clean and tidy. The food is excellent. It is hard to find fault with this home or the staff.
I am satisfied with the care of my mum at the care home. Staff are very good and helpful and make you feel welcome when visiting. A very family, homely atmosphere and I feel more content myself knowing she is being well cared for.
My mom has been here now for just over 2 years. I can only say that since the higher management has changed the home, has gone from strength to strength. She is treated with the dignity she deserves and all the staff treat her as if she was their own mother. Long may this continue.
Residents are woken every morning and dressed ready for the day. Chiropody, hairdressing and shaving are given when needed. Staff training is easy to see because everyone works together as a team which also reflects good managemnet. Although my husband has had two falls this in no way reflects on the staff. Paramedics arrived quickly and hospital treatment was given if necessary, visitors are always welcome and I have recommended the Homestead Care Home to other people.
The staff are very friendly and will take the time to answer any questions and bring me up to date as to what my husband has been doing, he has dementia he is happy smiling but will not keep still always walking about. He goes to the office for his chocolate. He can be stubborn at times e.g. would not have his toenails cut, but he is happy so am I with the way he is looked after.
My mums grandson is getting married and he wants her to be there. The staff have been really kind in helping us prepare her for the day. Hair/nails/clothing etc On a daily basis she is well cared for and treated with dignity. I chose this (satisfactory) because I think it's a national disgrace that she has to pay for her care!
I am very happy with the home and staff for their support with my mother and myself and have peace of mind that she is being well looked after. All the staff are very friendly and helpful and the management very understanding and very organized and very reassuring and are at hand to help in anyway.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 18 December 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Homestead Care Home
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Meet the Team (3)

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 progressing to Deputy Manager, to him now 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’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.

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.
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