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Residents can relax and enjoy a cup of tea with friends and family in one of the sitting rooms or join in one of the regular social activities.
There is a varied programme of activities, entertainment and...
Care Provided by Whitefriars
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 57 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
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- 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 Whitefriars for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Whitefriars 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
- Louise Green(General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2007
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (55)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
Whitefriars Reviews (87)
Whitefriars has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.679) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Whitefriars has 87 reviews.
My father went into Whitefriars in Stamford for respite care with a view to becoming a permanent resident. We found the staff to be very understanding of our feelings and made Dad very welcome and relaxed on arrival. As the weeks progressed, my dad settled in well, and although he suffers from Alzheimers Dementia, his personality became a lot more relaxed and happy. To see him smiling again is wonderful. The staff are all very friendly, and the whole place feels like we are all part of a team of taking care of Dad.
All residents look well looked after in a calm and caring atmosphere. This is re-assuring for partners and families.
Thank you for taking the time to write your review, the team really appreciate the kind feedback.
I could not ask for my mum to be in a more caring home. The staff are friendly and kind. Only this week there was a lovely afternoon tea for mothers day. Staff always have time to listen to any of my concerns about mum. Thank you Whitefriars.
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Very easy process to arrange respite care. The staff were very friendly and created a relaxed atmosphere.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're pleased to hear that arranging respite care was straightforward and that our team helped create a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Your comments will be shared with the team - thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
My mum is now a resident at Whitefriars and has now, as a family we feel, settled in. The staff from all areas of the home from carers, cooks to management and everyone in between have been very welcoming of mum, and as supportive as they can be to meet all her needs, as well as those of her family. The family Christmas Lunch was lovely, really well thought out and organised. I know mum enjoyed it as did I. Thank you all.
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A pre Christmas dinner for relatives with their loves ones was a wonderful afternoon. Excellent food, entertainment, and genuine caring and kind atmosphere. The staff and management are a credit to the profession.
Thank you for taking the time to write your lovely review, the team really appreciated the kind feedback and are glad you enjoyed the pre-Christmas dinner event
My partner has only been in Whitefriars for about 2 months. The staff are very caring, cheerful and professional and nothing is too much trouble.
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Management Team: The door to the manager's office is always open, inviting individuals in at most times of the day.The team are always approachable to discuss any concerns and are polite and helpful, and are very responsive. Home Activities: The team in charge has been very imaginative in providing engaging and entertaining activities which involve all the residents. The home is well run in a caring and compassionate way. Everyone is very professional.
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Truly caring and helpful staff which is by far the most important thing in a care home for the elderly. Excellent food, pristine cleanliness. The residents are well taken care of. The rooms are a little on the small side but the facilities really are good value for money. I am very happy that my father is so well cared for.
Thank you for taking to time to write your lovely review. The team really appreciate your kind words, and are pleased to hear you're happy with the care your father is receiving.
The staff are kind, professional & caring. The care they provide considers my Dad's wellbeing & address his complex needs whilst including us in deciding the best course of action to assist him. After a medical incident the night team were an amazing support & gave us peace of mind that Dad would be comfortable & very well looked after. The day team are always friendly & we appreciate the care & attention given to my Dad.
Thank you for taking the time to write your kind review. The team really appreciate your feedback, and are glad that they have been able to give you peace of mind, knowing your dad will be well looked after at Whitefriars.
My husband was a resident in Whitefriars for 2 years until his death on 26/5/25. The standard of care was always good but the care he received from the majority of the staff caring for him for the last 5 days of his life was truly outstanding. As a nurse with 40 years experience I know that this was exceptional care, he would not have received better care anywhere, even in a hospice. Thank you to all the staff concerned.
Mum moved here from a short stay at another care home following falls in her own home. As soon as she arrived at Whitefriars the increase in the level of care and attention was very noticeable. Her falls risks were immediately identified, her mobility needs properly assessed and real connection made with staff who have all been very friendly and helpful.The rooms are smaller than some other care homes but they are comfortable, light warm and meet all needs.
Excellent venue and care.
Thank you for hosting my father's Birthday party. The food was great and so was the venue.
The care given to my dad is fabulous, he's very happy and feels cared and listened to. He had an unpleasant experience in a previous care house but loves being in Whitefrairs, Stamford. The staff went above and beyond in catering for his 82nd Birthday party with family. The food and cake was so lovely and family very much appreciated it!
Excellent care for my grandad. Clean facilities and friendly, helpful staff.
Over the last 18 months I have nothing but praise for the care my husband has had. Carers on the whole have been very patient and loving towards him. I'm kept well informed by various members of staff on his wellbeing.
My mum was a resident at Whitefriars for 19 months passing away in Oct. 2024 after losing her battle with Parkinson's and dementia. My mum was extremely well cared for when she was a resident and the support received from all the staff in her final days was incredibly heartwarming. A large part of a Whitefriars care plan also focuses on the wellbeing of immediate family. The staff have all been very supportive of my father. Whitefriars is an environment where they look to be innovative in their approach to care, being nominated and winning several awards. One instance is where the End of Life Care Lead is creating a private suite for immediate family that my father and I would have found very useful when we stayed overnight in my Mum's final hours. The suite will hopefully be available to use in the near future and I hope that other families will benefit and find it useful in challenging times.
Food good.
Staff excellent - very caring and supportive.
Thank you for your review, the team appreciate the kind feedback.
Whitefriars was the second care home my husband had been in. The first one not a good experience. He was so comfortable and so well looked after, he will certainly be back next time I need a respite break. Thanks to all the staff for the care he received.
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Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 12 August 2025Good
- 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
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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 Whitefriars.
Meet the Team (1)

I have a deep passion for care, particularly for people living with dementia, as this is something very personal to me. The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in their lives is what drives me every day.
I have remained with the Trust because of the incredible opportunities for growth and the alignment of the organisation’s values with my own passion for care. The supportive environment and the Trust's mission to provide high-quality care truly resonate with me, making it a place where I can continue to thrive and make a difference.
I love the direct impact I can have on the residents' lives, as well as the sense of fulfilment that comes from the connections I build with them. The team I work with is also a huge part of what I enjoy about the job, as we work closely together to provide the best care possible. Additionally, the constant opportunity to learn and grow in my role keeps me motivated and engaged. It’s incredibly rewarding to make a positive difference in the lives of those we care for.
Frequently Asked Questions about Whitefriars
What types of Care is Whitefriars registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Whitefriars have?
There are 55 Single Rooms and 1 Couples/Companion Room.
What are the Facilities & Services at Whitefriars?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Whitefriars to the centre of Stamford?
0.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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