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The home offers long-term and respite care for older people. Designed as three households, each household has a living area with a lounge, dining area and kitchenette, where people can make their own snacks and drinks,...
Care Provided by Sycamores
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 36 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
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
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Respite care - £100 less per week for stays of up to 3 weeks
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Sycamores for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Sycamores 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
- WCS Care Group Ltd
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Olufemi Ajala (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (36)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (1)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome any time at Sycamores.
Parking
- The Sycamores has its own car park with limited spaces. There is on the street parking in the local area.
Sycamores Reviews (60)
Sycamores has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.732) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sycamores has 60 reviews.
It has been difficult with my husband in the home, I have looked after him for 59 years, and he wont let the carers wash or shower him he strikes out at them. so i have to go in and shower him as I am nearly 80 I find it difficult.
Thank you for your feedback. Moving into a care home is a big change for everyone and it can take time to settle and for everyone to get to know each other. My door is always open if you want to talk to me about any concerns you may have. We're here to support you as well as care for your husband. Kind regards
Overall experience was very good, the staff were very kind and caring and we must thank you for his help and kindness during my mothers stay at the Sycamores. Would recommend to other families.
Thank you so much for leaving us a review and for your kind feedback, we really appreciate it. Best wishes.
Everyone here is friendly. A good variety of food to choose from.
Thank you for leaving us a review - we really appreciate your kind feedback. Best wishes.
I arrive quite regularly to the home to find the same good will and happiness each time always made welcome. The young people in the home are always happy, they have everything they needs good food always dressed better than me, everyone staff wise and a good team form top to bottom. We need more happy places like this.
Thank you so much for leaving us a review - it's lovely to receive such a positive affirmation of what we do. I'll share your feedback with the team. Best wishes.
He told us how safe he felt living at Sycamores and how caring and kind all the staff are to him and all the other residents.
When Olu the care manager came to chat with us in the residents lounge Olu told our cousin he himself was having a good day today to that our cousin replied "well you are having one good day but you give us seven good days every week"
It was such a lovely and a totally spontaneous remark from him.
Our cousin has been a resident at Sycamores for almost five years
We don't live locally so it gives us great comfort and peace of mind to know our cousin is in safe hands
Thank you to all the staff for your continuing excellent care and kindness and for always making my husband and I so welcome when we visit Sycamores.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Your kind feedback means a lot to us and it's our absolute pleasure caring for your cousin. I'll share your comments with the team. Best wishes.
They try to make everybody feel confortable.
The night staff are excellent for checking them.
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I have been very impressed by the the caring atmosphere generated throughout Sycamores. The feeling in the home is of a community of friends , everyone looking after the residents and their relatives. The recent meeting with residents concentrating on dementia was an excellent example of the attitude of the home.
Thank you so much for your kind feedback, it's lovely to receive such a positive affirmation of what we do. I'll share your comments with the team. Best wishes.
There always a warm welcome every time I go to visit mum.
Thank you to all the staff
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review and for your kind words. It means a lot and it's our absolute pleasure caring for your Mum. Best wishes.
Staff brilliant, all happy. Care excellent, events on daily. Spotless, clean and homely. Best one I've seen.
Thank you so much for leaving us a review, we really appreciate the lovely feedback. Best wishes.
Christmas lights looked beautiful and the music was uplifting ,smiles from family ,and residents were everywhere. Plenty of food and drinks .Staff were busy and at hand for yours and the residents needs . Really lovely experience . Well done Sycamore .
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we really appreciate the lovely feedback. Best wishes.
My Dad has been in Sycamores for over 2 years now. The staff are very friendly and caring and professional in their roles of jobs. The upmost respect is given to him always, his needs and emotions are always looked after. They organise trips and weekly events which he goes to quite often although not as often as he used to , however is encouraged to participate in events but not forced. Everyone is so caring and kind and always make time in their busy days to talk and have a joke or two to him. The food , drinks and snacks are plentiful, lovely clean rooms and living spaces. His every need is adhered to even down to haircut, shave, and clean clothes always. The staff are very informative to us as a family always also. Highly recommended the Sycamores as a care home for your loved one
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review for us. It's our pleasure to care for your dad. I've shared your kind feedback with the rest of the team. Kind regards
Another visit, and another chance to be impressed with the level of care and genuine kindess expressed by the staff at Sycamores care home. I thoroughly enjoyed the week long visit with my mother. She is quite content and I can tell she feels safe. Our private lunches in the dining area were wonderful. Thank you guys for all you do!
Thank you for your lovely feedback. It was our pleasure to support your visit. Best wishes
my ccousin has been in sycamores for some time now and has always received the greatist of care from all of the staff, i think the staff go far and bejond all expectations, since being in the home she has improved dramatically , making friends and getting involved in cooking and quizzes etc.i am very pleased with her progress and the home overhaul.
Thank you for your feedback. It's our pleasure to care for your cousin. Kind regards
My mum stayed at Sycamores for a week of respite care recently. We were greeted with a warm welcome when we arrived and made to feel at home. The staff were very friendly and quick to provide everything in mum's room that was needed for her stay ie alarm mat, call buzzer and TV. They also made us a cup of tea to have in her room. I was invited to stay and have lunch with her and we both enjoyed the food and ate every bit! I left mum feeling very reassured that she would be well taken care of and was able to enjoy my break away without worry. They have a portal called Relatives Gateway which logs all the care that is received during the stay. I found this very reassuring to check in and see how she was doing. Sycamores is a very good and friendly care home I would recommend.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review - it means a lot and it was our absolute pleasure caring for your Mum. I'll pass on your feedback to the rest of the team. Best wishes.
Excellent service. He was looked after with care and dignity at all times, and with lots of respect. He enjoyed his time in the home. Plenty of food and drinks as well as being kept busy.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us. We really appreciate your kind words. Best wishes
This Warwickshire Care Services statement is by the door at Sycamores & whenever I call in to see Mum I am reminded how lucky we are that she is one of the residents.
Mum has lived at Sycamores for nearly 2 years now & she continues to receive exceptional care from all the staff. Nothing is too much trouble & they always have smiles on their faces & take their time to care for the residents, whether it is painting the residents' nails or doing quizzes or crosswords with them.
A couple of weeks ago they held a cowboy-themed music event in the garden which was enjoyed by a lot of the residents who were singing along to a live band of talented Musicians.
Thank you Sycamores, we really appreciate what you do!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. It means a lot and it's our absolute pleasure caring for your Mum. I'll share your comments with the rest of the team. Best wishes.
Our aunt was very well looked after at The Sycamores. She had a very nice room that was kept clean. The staff and management were very kind and caring and treated her with dignity and love.
Thank you for leaving a review for us. We really appreciate your kind feedback. It was our absolute pleasure to care for your aunt—very best wishes.
Sycamores is a warm and friendly home. Nice and homely.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us. It was our pleasure to care for your aunt. Best wishes.
My husband was in Sycamores for 18 months before he died. He has dementia and could be very difficult but he was always treated with patience and kindness. In the last few weeks of his life, he had many problems but was always treated with dignity. Not only did the staff care for him they were also caring towards me and I am truly grateful for that.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. Your feedback means a lot to us - it was our pleasure to care for your husband and have him, and you, as part of the Sycamores family. Best wishes.
The Sycamores Care Home was ideal for the period of respite and recovery that I needed to get strong enough to look after myself at home. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the food was good. The gardens are well maintained and I spend many hours doing my exercises and physio workouts to improve my muscle and coordination. I would recommend this care home to anyone needing protection and a safe environment.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. It means a lot and we're really pleased you feel you had a positive experience with us. I'll share your comments with the rest of the team, who I know will appreciate hearing your feedback. Best wishes.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 June 2023Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 27 Dec 2024
Ed Russell, Chief Executive of WCS Care, has been presented with an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales during...
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Awards / Recognitions (8)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: WCS Care Group Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: WCS Care Group Ltd
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: WCS Care Group Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Sycamores.
Meet the Team (1)

I’ve been at WCS Care since 2019 and have worked in residential care for over 12 years.
Leaving the banking industry as a manager, I started my career in health and social care with a passion to deliver high-quality care and develop in the sector. Over time, I’ve worked my way up from domiciliary and frontline healthcare to senior care, care team management and most recently becoming the Home Manager at Sycamores.
A good day for me is when I’ve made a difference to the people who live with us. If I’ve made someone’s day, be it through a friendly chat, arranging a special event for them that they loved or the care we provide, I know I’ve done my job.
I’m also passionate about supporting my team to progress and shine in their roles, continually developing, learning new skills and thinking outside the box.
Outside of work, you’ll find me up to lots of other things such as playing music, reading, travelling or writing!
Frequently Asked Questions about Sycamores
What types of Care is Sycamores registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Sycamores have?
There are 36 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Sycamores?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Sycamores to the centre of Leamington Spa?
0.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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