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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.
My mother is a resident at The Sycamores. On Wednesday 12th June, she and other residents went on a day trip to the seaside. This was a visit made in conjunction with the local bingo group from the local community centre. The reason for my email is to let you know what fantastic staff you have at The Sycamores. From the staff who made sure the residents were up, dressed, breakfasted and ready to go, to the staff who got residents safely on board the coach, to the staff supporting residents and their relatives on the trip and, last but not least, the staff welcoming us back to The Sycamores and greeting the residents with a welcome cup of tea. I never dared to dream that my mother, who has mobility issues, would ever be able to participate in such a day. The staff made what I thought impossible possible, and I will treasure this day.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased you were able to join us and create new memories with your mother. I've shared your comments with the rest of the team who, as you say, really worked together to make the day the best it could be for everyone. Best wishes.
Overall the place seems to be run well and the staff are well suited and seem content with the work which creates a nice but also professional atmosphere.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us - we really appreciate your feedback. Kind regards.
We are looking forward to the next trip.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us some feedback. We're so pleased you enjoyed our recent trip and are looking forward to you joining us on the next one too! Best wishes.
It is reassuring for all the family to know she is safe and looked after.
Thank you Sycamores.
Thank you so much for leaving us a review - we really appreciate your feedback and are pleased you feel your mum's settled in well. Best wishes.
From the first day Dad entered Sycamores Nursing Home, I noticed a drastic change in him. He now had company, people popping their heads into his room. He loves the activities laid on and trips. The staff are always smiling, happy and caring. He's able to have time out in his own room if needed. But, whatever he requires, the staff do their very best to accommodate. It's the best move I ever made, he is happy and that is the main thing.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. I've shared your comments with the team. Kind regards.
My mother (Mum) has now been at Sycamores in Leamington a little over two months. Each time I come away I'm struck by how settled and well she appears. I know this has a great deal to do with the level of care she is getting from the staff, all of whom come over as forthcoming and committed to the overall welfare of their residents. I'd also like to add that the venue also looks as well as do the people living there. A big thank you to the manger and his excellent team. I'm already looking forward to our next visit knowing that she's in great hands. Thank you all!
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your wonderful feedback. It means a lot and we're so pleased you feel your Mum's settled in well. I'll share your comments with the rest of the team. Best wishes.
Mum had a month of respite. The home is clean and airy. What makes it different is the staff. So friendly and willing to help out, makes for a much easier stay than I expected. These folks are great, going above and beyond to assist. Thanks, gang!
Thank you so much for leaving us a review and for your kind feedback - it means a lot. I'll share your comments with the rest of the team. Best wishes.
We would like to thank all staff at The Sycamores for all the care and support that they gave our dad over his time in the home. Even as visitors, we were made to feel very welcome and well looked after. We were able to visit with our dog, Molly, which made our dad's and some of the other residents, day. Thank you for all your love and care.
Thank you for leaving a review for us, which I've shared with the rest of the team here at Sycamores. It was our pleasure to care for your dad. Best wishes.
Thank you all for your care in looking after Mum. We will miss you all. Hopefully, Mum will settle into her new home. She couldn't have done this without your care and attention - all staff are outstanding. She has had her good and bad days but overall, not too bad. We are all very grateful to everyone at Sycamores. Love you all.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your kind words. We really appreciate it and wish your Mum all the best. Best wishes.
Caring and empathetic staff. Checking on residents and trying to engage them in activities. Sorted out meals for the fussy eaters and always a never-ending supply of hot cups of tea. Help with personal hygiene is not too much trouble.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review; we really appreciate your feedback. Best wishes.
We were so worried about our stepdad going into care after living in a house, but after careful thought and several falls and confusion some days, we made the decision. He is well looked after by the lovely, caring and welcoming staff and nothing is too much trouble, the meals look lovely... (albeit could be warmer or given a minute to make hotter in the microwave) - but understandable with many people to serve, cakes and biscuits are always offered to residents and also visitors. They have weekly bingo and lunch club, play dominoes and weekly musicians go for a good sing-song. Although we were worried prior, the staff made the resident welcome and well looked after during the transition of another chapter in life, but they make us welcome also and keeps us well informed of everything. Lovely place, with staff, meals and a fair amount of activities.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us. We really appreciate your feedback, which I've passed on to the rest of the team. Best wishes.
I found Sycamores to be very clean, and the staff were always extremely helpful. The facilities are very good, and the whole place seems very relaxed.
Thank you for leaving us a review - we really appreciate your feedback. Best wishes.
I feel she's safe and looked after.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review; we really appreciate your feedback. I'll share your comments with the team. Best wishes.
Our mum moved to Sycamores recently and seems to have settled relatively easily. She is enjoying the outings and activities and is kept very busy! The staff are all so supportive and attentive, and all our questions and requests are addressed promptly. Whoever we have spoken to is always happy to help. The care she is receiving is something we were struggling with whilst she was at home, and it has been overwhelming to know that she is safe and being cared for by such a lovely team.
Thank you for leaving us a review and for your lovely feedback; we're pleased you feel your mum's settled in well. I'll share your comments with the rest of the team. Best wishes.
From day one my dad was made to feel welcome. He settled in really well and soon became part of the "Sycamore family". The staff were helpful and friendly and we had no worries when visiting Dad, with no concerns when leaving him as we knew he was being very well looked after. Nothing seemed too much trouble, even baking a cake for his birthday. Dad thoroughly enjoyed singing in the lounge, encouraging other residents to join him in a "sing-song". The home is clean, bright and airy. Even during Dad's last days, the care was still the same as it was when he arrived. A massive thanks to all at The Sycamores.
Thank you so much for leaving us a review and for your lovely feedback - it was our pleasure taking care of your Dad. I'll share your comments with the rest of the team. Best wishes.
Made to feel welcome - nice feeling in the home.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review - we really appreciate it. Best wishes.
Excellent facilities, friendly staff and very efficient.
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Have been guided around by excellent staff. Looking forward to Dad making a happy home at the Sycamores. Lovely place!
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We really appreciate your feedback. Best wishes.
My mum recently passed away whilst a resident at Sycamores. She had been here two years. I can not praise the staff and management enough; they have been wonderful. Mum was happy and settled during her time there, despite her dementia. The staff were very loving and caring not just to Mum but to all of the family - they never minded how often we rang to speak to her. They are all amazing.
Thank you so much for leaving us a review and for your lovely words. It was our pleasure taking care of your Mum. I will share your comments with the team, who I know will appreciate hearing your feedback. Best wishes.
The staff are always very welcoming and helpful. Nothing is ever too much trouble. They care for my aunty amazingly and will forever be grateful for how they have my aunty feel like being at home. The home is always very clean, and the manager is always there when we need her and keeps us fully updated.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. It's our pleasure to care for your aunty. I've shared your comments with the rest of the team, who are always appreciative of feedback on the care they provide. 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!
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