
I cannot speak highly enough of the esteem I hold the staff of AvonleighRoger P(Son of Resident/Service User)

We all as a family were amazed with the care and standards of the home.Richard H(Grandson of Resident/Service User)

My mum also loves her food and she never has any complaints often commenting on the gorgeous cakes.J S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I cannot speak highly enough of the esteem I hold the staff of AvonleighRoger P(Son of Resident/Service User)

We all as a family were amazed with the care and standards of the home.Richard H(Grandson of Resident/Service User)

My mum also loves her food and she never has any complaints often commenting on the gorgeous cakes.J S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Avonleigh Gardens is a warm and welcoming care home in Oldham, providing a safe and supportive environment for people living with memory loss and dementia. The purpose-built home offers 59 comfortable en-suite bedrooms, thoughtfully designed to support independence, familiarity and ease of living.
At Dovehaven, the team places every resident at the heart of everything they do. Care is tailored to individual needs and preferences, ensuring each person feels valued, understood...
Care Provided by Avonleigh Gardens
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 59 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
- Stroke
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Please note that fees are starting from prices. The team at Avonleigh Gardens will be happy to provide full guidance on individual care needs, room choice, and funding options, ensuring families receive clear and tailored information to support their decision-making.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Avonleigh Gardens for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Avonleigh Gardens 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
- Dovehaven
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Rachel Bowers (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 60+
- We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Framework (VFF) accredited care home, demonstrating our commitment to providing person-centred care that recognises and supports the unique experiences and needs of the Armed Forces community.
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: -1
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (59)
Visiting
- At Dovehaven, families and friends are always welcome, and the team actively encourage regular visits as part of their person-centred approach to care. The team works closely with loved ones to ensure they remain involved and informed, supporting strong and meaningful relationships with residents.
Parking
- Visitor parking is conveniently located at the front of the home.
Avonleigh Gardens Reviews (125)
Avonleigh Gardens has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.933) out of 10, based on 39 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Avonleigh Gardens has 125 reviews.
The staff are caring and even when my mum was a really high falls risk, the manager was very approachable and took measures to make sure my mum was kept safe. Thank you everyone at Avonleigh.
I would not hesitate to recommend this care home as in our opinion it is simply the best. From a very grateful family member.
My Nana moved in in January and settled in quickly, this was due to the warmth, compassion, care and patience she was receiving from the staff and how her room was. She was happy she had her own belongings in her room but happy with the layout and the beautiful gardens at the back.
The manager is very approachable and all the staff and management are dedicated and caring.
I have peace of mind knowing my Nana is safe and that she's not alone as there's people to talk to and things to do.
I'm glad we've found a home that meets my Nana's needs and I am extremely grateful for the care she receives, she says she is happy, knowing that makes me feel happy.
The Home is clean, has a good variety of meals, a hair salon, a reflexologist who visits a few times a week, religious services if residents want to attend and activities to do.
It's definitely been a positive experience.
This is a beautiful & well run care and nursing home. The manager plus all the staff even to maintenance are a credit to the home. Nothing is too much trouble for them and the care respect and dignity they give all the residents is second to none. Plenty of activities if residents want to partake inside and out in the secluded and safe garden or they can just stay in bed if they want!! Meals all freshly made with local produce by the home chefs and excellent quality. All rooms with en suite.
I would have no hesitation to recommend the home to family and friends. In fact a number of the new residence are as a direct recommendation from us as a family. They have a good knowledge and understanding of the residence needs and they are all treated as individuals. The management particularly handle any concerns with so much understanding and a professional manner. The staff are a credit to the home.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Avonleigh Gardens
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: Dovehaven
- 30 Jun 2021Recipient: Dovehaven
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

Rachel Bowers leads the team at Avonleigh Gardens, upholding Dovehaven’s commitment to delivering excellent, person-centred care. Alongside her team, she places the health, well-being, and happiness of residents at the very heart of everything they do.
Rachel is passionate about creating an environment where every resident feels truly understood and supported. She values the individuality of each person and recognises the importance of their life stories in shaping the care they receive.
Under her leadership, Avonleigh Gardens continues to provide tailored care that reflects each resident’s needs and preferences, ensuring everyone is supported to live well and feel at home within the community.
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