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Residents can get involved in a variety of social activities that meet their interests.
As well as the chance to try lots of tasty dishes, residents can enjoy visits from family and have their needs and wishes respected.
Care Provided by Leighswood
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 23 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
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fee's are dependent on care needs, Fee does not include hair dresser or Chiropody visits.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Leighswood for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Leighswood 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
- Bescot Lodge
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Julie Hinton (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (23)
Visiting
- Visiting hours not restricted, however, the home do have protected meal times between 1 and 2 pm
Parking
- Car parking facilities at the front and rear of the building.
Leighswood Reviews (24)
Leighswood has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.562) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Leighswood has 24 reviews.
I would like to thank all the staff at Leighswood and management for taking care of my mother for the duration of her stay, she is now in a routine of waking up and going to bed at reasonable times. She has gained weight and she is where she needs to be with her apetite and eating her food. Thank you for all you have done for her socially and her mental health.
Thank you for your lovely review. I will pass on your kind words to the team. Becky x
We are very satisfied with the care that is given to my sister. She is always very happy and looking good. The food is nice and she looks very well. We enjoy visiting here, and go home happy knowing she is in being looked after well.
Thank you so much for your Kind Review. we are so pleased that you can leave knowing your sister is safe and looked after. Kind Regards Becky x
My mother moved in Leighswood in May 2025 after she broke her leg in two places at her previous care home and was not doing very well there. She has dementia and is incontinent/ can't walk since May it has been a long process but I believe had she not moved she would not be here nearly a year later waiting the birth of her great-grandson. Leighswood are very caring and it's a very homely environment, not clinical as mums previous home. She has gained weight and is now eating meals herself which is thanks to staff for excellent care and patience. Amazing.
Thank you for your kind words, I will pass them on to the team. We too are pleased that Mom is doing really well here. Regards Becky. x
A very nice home my daughter and mums daughter on visiting mom both agreed it was the best home they had been in very homely and all staff are really nice and helpful. Mom is very well looked after we are really pleased we chose this home. Thank you for all you do to make mum happy (as she can be).
Thank you for your Kind Review Linda. I will pass your comments to the team. Kind regards Becky.
All of the staff are caring, patient and go above and beyond.
Families are kept up to date and included to join in with the various activities the residents enjoy.
My uncle is very happy here.
Thank you for your review Debbie. I will Pass on your kind words to the team. Best wishes Becky.
The care home was "clickly" with some residences being favoured over others by staff and management.
Some staff (not all) were seen and heard to be stern with residents, my mother aired concerns to me that she was scared of some staff! My mother had dementia and displayed outbursts of anger and frustration particularly to her family. My brother witnessed a staff member scolding my mother saying "don't speak to your son like that he won't come again!" When l heard that l was appalled, that was my mom's worst fear and would never happen, little did she know!
The day my mom was moved (not enough words here me here). I asked if l could come and pack her belonging up. When l arrived to go with her to the new Nursing home her personal possessions, clothes, photos of her grandchildren had been placed in black bin liners and put by the front door for us to collect our way out!
Thank you for taking the time to review our service. Your Mother was only with us for a 3 week period last August/September and unfortunately, she didn't present, nor did you mention that she was fearful of some staff otherwise we would of supported her and alleviated her concerns. It is a shame...
Can't fault any of the managers or carers.they are kind caring and compassionate.we were gutted when we thought our uncle had lost his place.he loves it there.nothing is too much trouble. Very helpful they are
Thank you for your kind review. We too are pleased that your uncle was able to come back to us after his hospital stay. I will pass your comments on to the team, Kind Regards Becky.
My mom has been a resident at the care home since October 2023 following a diagnosis of early onset dementia. From the very beginning, the care she has received has been outstanding. Every member of staff goes above and beyond to ensure she is safe, comfortable, and treated with dignity and respect. Any issues or concerns are dealt with immediately and professionally, which gives me great reassurance.
I visit my mom daily, and over time the care home has truly become a home from home for both of us. I am always greeted with a friendly smile, and staff are never too busy to answer questions or offer a listening ear. Their kindness, patience, and genuine compassion make an incredibly difficult situation much easier to cope with. I have complete confidence that my mom is cared for as an individual, and I am deeply grateful to all the staff for the support they provide every single day.
Thank you for your kind Review Zowie. I will be sure to pass on your comments to the team. Best Wishes Becky x
I visit my sister twice weekly and I find the staff and management very helpful and friendly. My sister has only been in the home for about 8 weeks she is settling in but being her first experience of a care environment, it's taking a little longer for her to be truly content. She says the food is good and the staff caring and patient. The care home is clean and tidy.
Thank you so Much for your kind words I will pass these on to the team. Kind Regards Becky x
I am very happy with the way my mum is looked after by everyone at Leighswood. The office/management staff are pleasant, helpful and efficient and have made the paperwork process a lot easier. My mum's room is lovely and bright and very welcoming. The catering is very good and the meals are well-balanced. The staff during the day and overnight are very helpful and caring always offering good support. I feel happy to leave my mum in the care of all at Leighswood knowing she is safe and well looked after, this helps me a lot.
Thank you for your kind comments Amanda. Your mom is a pleasure to look after, I will pass your comments onto the team. Kind Regards Becky x
The home is spotlessly clean. The staff are always cheerful, helpful and attentive to resdients needs.
Thank you for your Kind Review Ron. I will pass on your Thanks to the team. Kind Regards Becky x
Management great.
Plenty of things for my uncle to do during the day. Loves the singer Ozzy
He's loving it!
Very safe care home.
Halloween party with wigs put on fantastic.
Thank you for review Claire. We are so glad that you enjoyed our Halloween party! I will pass on your thanks to our team. Kind Regards Becky. x
My Aunt has dementia and Alzheimers and has been resident here since early January 2025. The staff have been very polite and helpful. My Aunt seems much more settled now and we are thankful to all the staff at Leighswood for their efforts
Thank you so Much for your review, we are so happy that Aunt is settled here. I will pass your thanks on to the team. Best wishes. Becky x
My Mom went to Leighswood about 5 weeks ago after 6 weeks respite in another care home. After feeling reluctanct to move but needing to have a location nearer to family she moved without any problems. The staff at Leighswood cannot do enough for my mom, anything she needs they make happen for her. Their communication with myself and my family has been brilliant and I feel I can ask them anything no matter how trivial it may seem. My experience is that the residents are respected and cared for with compassion and warmth. My mom never wanted to be in a care home but they do their best to make it feel like home for her. I highly recommend Leighswood Care Home.
Thank you for your review. I will pass your kind words on to the team. We are so pleased that mom is happy here. Best Wishes Becky. x
Leighswood is a lovely care home, the home is nicely laid out with communal spaces and has a calm, homely feel. There's always something happening with staff engaging with residents, and staff are extremely person centred and kind with their residents and are very welcoming to visitors. There is a lovely calm atmosphere when you visit. Communication with families is open, honest, and reassuring. We are always kept informed, involved with my mother's care and health. I feel It's a place where residents are respected and supported, after visiting many care homes I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking for compassionate and kind, person-centred care.
Thank you so much for your Review, I am pleased that you are happy with your mothers care. I will pass on your comments to the team. Kind Regards DM.
They really care for my Mom and provide love and support not only to her but to me also.
Two members of staff have been amazing
I can't recommend them enough
Thank you for everything you do
Thank you so much for your review, It is a pleasure to take care of your Mom. I will pass your thanks on to the Team, Best wishes DM x.
All the staff are friendly and helpful. They have helped my 97 years old uncle regain strength and confidence.
Thank you so much for your review, I will pass this on to the team. Kind Regards Becky.
The home has improved over the last few years with investment which was needed. I've always found the staff very welcoming, helpful and friendly.The manager and staff are very good and keep me informed and up to speed with things relevant to Mom. Communication is key and having the support of people who want to help you during this time puts your mind at rest.
Thank you for the review. We appreciate the feedback and will pass this on to the team. Kind regards Becky.
Kind and friendly staff. My mother has been at the home for several months now and has settled really well. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff. The home is clean and the rooms are functional but good size and bright and airy.
Thank you for your lovely comments Victoria, I will pass them on to the team, Best wishes.
My mom has been a resident for 8 years, regularly visit and have never found a problem, the home owners, management and staff are excellent.
Thank you for your positive feedback I will pass this on to our team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 16 September 2022Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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
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Meet the Team (2)

Julie has been the registered home manager at Leighswood since October 2022. She has over 25+ years of experience in the care sector. Julie has a Registered Managers award.
She operates an open-door policy for visitors and staff.

Becky has been the Deputy Manager at Leighswood care home since August 2022. She has 18 years of experience in the care sector. Becky has an NVQ level of 5. Becky has worked alongside the home manager for over 7 years.
Frequently Asked Questions about Leighswood
What types of Care is Leighswood registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Leighswood have?
There are 23 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Leighswood?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Leighswood to the centre of Walsall?
1.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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