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The residents' well-being and comfort is the prime focus. This means that responding to their individual needs is top priority, so the home is very proud to...
Care Provided by The Poplars
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 51 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
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
These services are: Personal care, accommodation,
utilities, use of communal areas, meals, drinks and
snacks, laundry (excluding dry cleaning),
housekeeping, maintenance and activities run by the
home.
physiotherapy, occupational therapy, opticians, hairdressing,
medications, toiletries, clothing, newspapers/magazines.
During your stay, you may need to purchase additional goods
and services. If they are able to provide such goods and
services, they will tell you how much these goods and services
will cost and they expect that you will pay for these goods and
services at the time you request them.
They can accompany loved ones to private appointments,
however the fee attached to this is £21 per hour. Where private taxi
services are used for transportation to appointments the cost should
be paid for by yourself.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Poplars for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Poplars 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
- The Orders of St John Care Trust
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Svetlana Todorova(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (49)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (11)
The Poplars Reviews (50)
The Poplars has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.011) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Poplars has 50 reviews.
My mother has been in The Poplars for about three years. She is now in the advanced stage of Alzheimer's. Her care has always been excellent. She has always been treated and respected as an individual and the staff have adapted to her needs as her illness has progressed. The staff clearly care very much about the residents. The standard of care is high and always with safety and quality at its core. I am so glad I chose this home for my Mother.
We were lucky to find The Poplars. The CQC rating does not truly reflect this home. We were impressed by the staff - so caring and professional in all aspects. Dad's en-suite room was very comfortable. The dementia wing should be used as an exemplar across the industry. Just sad he didn't live for longer in the fantastic Poplars.
Friendly feel.
Highly recommended.
My father has been at The Poplars for 6 months. Staff have looked after him very well, his needs are all met. Management have been very supportive and communication is very good. We are very happy with our father's choice of care home.
This part of the family feeling was throughout the building, where the atmosphere is supportive, caring and reassuring to both resident and visitor alike.
I turned a corner and found a 'cameo of care', reflective of this atmosphere. A resident had mispaid her spectacles and one of the staff had found them. She had a hand on the resident's arm, was talking to her reassuringly, describing where she had found them in a gentle, closely personal way. It was a delight to see. It is this 'cameo of care' which reassures me that my sister's needs will be fully met in an excellent way.
She will be able to decline with dignity as she ebbs away.
And me? I am so very pleased that The Poplars welcomed her as a resident.
The care and service provided by The Poplars is excellent. The staff are caring and nice at all times. Of all the care homes I have visited, this is the best. Should I have to go into one, the Poplars would be my choice.
The Poplars is well run with good access at all times, the staff looking after the residents are fantastic, especially in the Willows. All the staff are caring and got the "extra mile" in their care and support of the residents. It is, without a doubt, the strongest asset within The Poplars. Access to management can sometimes be difficult and the garden areas of the home could be better maintained.
We have had first class treatment from staff at The Poplars and would recommend this home.
Thank you to all the staff and residents at The Poplars, mum loved her stay. You treated mum with such care and all mums visitors with a smile and nothing was too much. We ALL send love and thanks, see you soon.
My mother recently spent a week on respite within the Poplars and the treatment she received was fabulous. It was certainly like being amongst family with care and attention being shown to her throughout the duration of her stay. I would definitely recommend this care home and also intend to utilise the services again in the future.
My husband was very unhappy with the mattress on the bed and the nearest toilet to use during night time was out of action which caused him some distress.
Staff are friendly, approachable and kind and considerate to their residents.
Everyone is invited to join in and participate in the daily activities at The Poplars and friends and family members are made to feel welcome at any time.
I would happily recommend The Poplars as a great choice for respite or longer-term care.
Truly a person-centred approach to care.
I have just returned from celebrating my mothers 99th birthday at The Poplars. The staff had decorated her room and brought flowers. Mum was very relaxed and enjoying her day. Four of the family joined her for lunch, set in a decorated private area. There are balloons, wine and a delicious lunch, followed by 99 Ice cream cones all around. There is always a really calm and caring atmosphere ay The Poplars. The staff are kind and very aware of each resident's needs. It's a happy home for its residents.
My mum is safe, happy and well cared for.
The Poplars is an amazing care home that is well led, well managed and all the staff do an outstanding job. The Poplars has my highest recommendation and I thank them for caring for my mum.
At very short notice my mum needed respite care. As she had been to The Poplars before and because of the care she had previously received the Poplars was her immediate choice. The staff at The Poplars are amazing. They genuinely care for the residents. I had no worries about mum being at The Poplars as I knew she would be in very safe hands. I will be forever grateful for everything they have done for mum once more. The care received has allowed her to return home once more, where she belongs and wants to be. Thank you!
Supportive and understanding from the start. Lovely atmosphere and positive staff. Peace of mind for us knowing we have someone who is cared for, safe and happy. Slick paperwork and good management of medication. Patient and welcoming staff. Well done and thanks.
Myself and my husband who was visiting on one particular afternoon enjoyed some entertainment organised by the activities lady. My husband commented that you would need to go far to match the afternoon as it was superb. Staff members got up and danced and the singer was brilliant.
I have never had to go into respite before but I know if I had to again then it would be The Poplars I would choose. I couldn't thank them enough. Hats off to all at The Poplars, they are truly amazing. THANK YOU.
I feel the home needs a gardener to finish the place off and parking more for visitors and staff. It's kept tidy and smart, I know there is building that's been going on but it will be a lot smarter a year ago, we know the place but strangers don't.
Thank you for taking the time to submit a review. I am happy to advise that as part of our planned maintenance programme we are currently working on a proposed plan to increase the car parking from 15-27 spaces. The plan also includes for bark mulch and low-level planting to improve the appearance and tidiness our grounds.
The Poplars is very well managed and the carers are always polite, respectful and well turned out. The provision of entertainment, hairdresser, chiropodist district nurse and trips out is excellent. All of the staff including the caretaker, laundry/housekeeping and catering are excellent.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 30 July 2019Good
- 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.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
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Awards / Recognitions (9)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: The Orders of St John Care Trust
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: The Orders of St John Care Trust
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: The Orders of St John Care Trust
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for The Poplars.
Meet the Team (1)

I've worked in the caring industry for over 18 years, in a wide range of sectors. I have experience in working with individuals with mental health, learning disabilities, and elderly care.
I started my career as a care assistant and worked my way up to home manager. Alongside that, I have also achieved my level 2 and 3 in health and social care, and have more recently completed my level 4 lead practitioner qualification. Furthermore, I enjoy learning and developing my skills, and I am always keen to do additional training.
I chose to work in the care sector, as I particularly enjoy working with the elderly. I love hearing their stories, sharing a moment of reminiscence, or even having a good old dance. Likewise, I also enjoy problem-solving and ensuring that, as a team, we are delivering and striving for high-quality care.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and spoiling my grandchildren is my favourite thing to do. We enjoy going to the cinema, spending time on the beach, or travelling further afield to visit family.
I'm often found reading when at home, as it helps me to unwind, and my favourite genre is a good crime novel, which keeps me engaged and hooked on a twist. I also enjoy true stories of any kind and getting lost in the story.
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