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Care Provided by Bowbrook House
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 30 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Please contact the home to arrange an assessment with our home manager. We will then be able to give an accurate average weekly cost.
Please note there are additional charges for incidentals such as Hairdressing and Chiropody.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Bowbrook House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- English Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jennifer English(Owner/Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2009
Room Information
- Single Rooms (30)
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Bowbrook House Reviews (8)
8.3
Bowbrook House has a Review Score of 8.3 (8.333) out of 10, based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bowbrook House has 8 reviews.
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Review from Melanie B (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My sister and I instantly fell in love with Bowbrook House and knew it was the perfect place for our elderly Mother, who suffers from dementia. As soon as the door opened, we were greeted with the most friendly staff and an overwhelming feeling of warmth and hominess. Mother has been with Bowbrook House now for 2 years, and the excellent care she receives never fails; every possible need is taken care of in a warm and caring manner. The staff and management cannot do enough. The personal care mum receives with regard to her dignity, nourishment, activity, feeling of security, warmth, the list is endless, and is second to none. Mother stays at Bowbrook 3 times a week and occasionally for longer respite care. She thoroughly enjoys her time there, coming home chuckling, saying what a lovely time she's had and how kind they are. The continuity of staff is commendable. Mother loves to see all the familiar faces. We feel so blessed to have found Bowbrook for our mother. Thank you all at Bowbrook House.
↩Reply from Katie Pugh, Administrator at Bowbrook House
Thank you for such a lovely review. Our staff are elated to hear that you are more than satisfied with the care towards your mother. They all work extremely hard, and hearing positive comments like this makes it all worthwhile. Reviews like this allow all of our dedicated staff to feel their efforts and endeavours are truly noticed. Once again, thank you
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Review from L D (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My mother has been a resident since September 202 and prior to this a day resident.
The care and kindness she has received has been excellent in every way. She has a lot of stimulation and is always treated with great respect. Her health needs are attended to quickly and the home contact the GP promptly and inform the family with the outcome. I am very happy that my mother is so contented and cared for.
↩Reply from Mae Bordy, Administrator at Bowbrook House
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're so happy to hear that your mum feels content and well cared for. It's lovely to know that you feel reassured and happy with the care and support she's receiving. We always want our residents and their families to feel like part of the family here, so your words really mean a lot to us.With warmest regards,
Mae
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Review from Samantha W (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 April 2024 Submitted via Website•
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I could not fault the care and support my Dad received from everyone at Bowbrook House. The home is welcoming and has a friendly family atmosphere. The care is person-centred with the care team reviewing Dad regularly to ensure they met his changing needs. All the team from carers to the owner were brilliant in Dad's final days supporting us as well as ensuring Dad was comfortable paying attention to every detail.
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Review from Amanda W (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 February 2023 Submitted via Website•
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We have been very pleased with all aspects of the care home experience. We wanted a place to bring our mother to that was local, homely, welcoming and safe. The management and staff have been both respectful and caring of my mother's needs and took time to get to know and understand her. She has settled well and made a small group of friends; she joins in the activities and enjoys the entertainment. If there have been any issues or concerns, the carers have been in touch with us directly and organised the support required. We feel confident in the care and support given at the home and find the staff helpful and friendly.
↩Reply from Jennifer English, Director at Bowbrook House
Thank you for your kind review. We always strive to provide a high level of care and support. I will pass on your comments to our staff - thank you.
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Review from David C (Respite Resident) published on 7 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card•
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After five months at Bowbrook House, I have improved enormously in health and attitude to life. I am 87 now. I hope to go home at the end of this month. My main complaint is the food is very boring and repetitive - I bring in my own! The patients have dementia in most cases so complaints are non-existent (except mine!) I do not have any sign of dementia (yet!). There are two staff who are the best.
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Review from Elizabeth V (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 November 2022 Submitted via Website•
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From my initial phone conversation with the management and staff, through to visiting the home with my 90-year-old mother, to making arrangements for her to move into Bowbrook House was faultless. Professionalism, empathy, kindness, understanding and patience has been at the heart of each and every member of staff. Nothing was ever too much trouble to ensure my mother received the highest standard of care in every way. The home environment is warm and friendly, offering a variety of activities and opportunities for each resident. My mother's room was fresh and bright with a pleasant outlook, her dietary requirements were met according to her needs and the laundry service was very efficient - nothing was ever too much trouble. We all want the best for our family, I was fortunate to find the best and would highly recommend Bowbrook House, such a lovely, homely home.
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Review from R J (Resident / Service User) published on 13 April 2022 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Bowbrook House has increased my standard of living.
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Review from Bruce C (Son of Resident) published on 16 March 2022 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The family feel they have been extremely fortunate in securing a place for Mother at Bowbrook House in 2019. We have found the staff very attentive and supportive and consider them highly dedicated. The home functions extremely well and hygiene and cleanliness are of a high standard. We would not hesitate to recommend this small haven amongst so many other local establishments. Well done English Care and thank you so much.
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Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 08 June 2019Overall
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- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bowbrook House
What types of Care is Bowbrook House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Bowbrook House have?
There are 30 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Bowbrook House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Stairlift, 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 Bowbrook House to the centre of Shrewsbury?
1.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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