
The staff are very helpful and always see to mums needs. Her room is lovely and well presented.S M(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)



The staff are very helpful and always see to mums needs. Her room is lovely and well presented.S M(Daughter-in-law of Resident/Service User)



Holme Lea care home, situated in a peaceful part of Stalybridge, in Tameside, offers personalised residential and residential dementia care for older people.
The purpose-built and welcoming care home has a range of places to relax, exercise, dine and socialise, including en-suite rooms, a hair salon, conservatory, summer house and landscaped garden.
From Care Assistants to Wellbeing Coordinators and Chefs, each and every member of the team is there to support...
Care Provided by Holme Lea
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 48 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
Other Care Provided
- Stroke
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Holme Lea for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Holme Lea 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
- HC-One
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Craig Hardman (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: -1
- Last Refurbishment: 2009
Room Information
- Single Rooms (48)
Holme Lea Reviews (74)
Holme Lea has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.028) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Holme Lea has 74 reviews.
After a difficult initial settling in period, mum has really happy, content, clean and well fed.
We are very happy with the support and care she receives and hope that this will continue.
My father exhibited very challenging behaviour, and the care staff acted with great professionalism and showed deep commitment to care for him. They truly went above and beyond. Thank you so much.
Hetty & her sons Stephen & Timothy, plus myself, are more than happy with Mum's care and wellbeing.
Mum has told us she is happy with the girls & boys, and when the time comes for her to go to see Dad, 'no hospital.
Thank you. Linda.
Everyone made us very welcome- the home is immaculately clean and the food is great.
When dad sadly passed away after just a month, the carers came to see him to say their goodbyes and stood in a guard of honour as he was taken away.
We found the care, compassion and support to be exemplary and would not hesitate to recommend Holme Lea to anyone who needs this kind of help and support. Thank you to everyone for your excellent care and kindness.
The introduction of a newsletter is welcomed and informative for those of us who are not local. They have a range of activities and mum also enjoys having her hair done. The monthly review provides an ideal opportunity to have a meaningful discussion about care. We would thoroughly recommend this home if asked.
My wife moved into Holme Lea in December 2024. We immediately appreciated the kindness, care and professionalism of the staff. The team have helped us move into the new phase of our life, which has been emotionally very difficult, with a lot of thoughtfulness and support. Nothing has been too much trouble and whilst adjusting to our new life has been hard, knowing my wife is well cared for, and is settled, has been a reassurance. Thank you for all you do.
The staff of Holme Lea are wonderful, very caring.
Since mum went into Holme Lea on respite, then permanent, she has improved greatly despite her worsening dementia. Staff been lovely with her and she appears very happy ( unlike at home since dad died in June 2023). Have already recommended Holme Lea to friends in similar circumstances
Very clean home, we are more than satisfied with it.
Feel we are able to speak to and ask staff anything. All very approachable.
Care and consideration for the health and welfare of residents is the number 1 priority for all staff. Simple question, how do the staff carry out their work with such skill and compassion?
My mother was a resident temporarily. What amazing staff you have! My mother has been extremely happy whilst staying with you in Holme Lea Care in Stalybridge. Your staff treated her like a member of their own family. They showed her genuine care and attention at all times, nothing was too much trouble. They allowed her to express her thoughts and emotions in a supportive environment. Three staff in particular showed how much they loved their job and took seriously the care of others, my mum described them as 'angels on earth'.
Lovely home, brilliant stuff. Only concern I have is my mum used to drink cups of tea with every meal and a cup of tea at 11ish and in afternoon about 3ish. I realised they get lots of juice but maybe a cup of tea would be nice if offered too.
Thank you for your kind comments and feedback it helps us to improve our service and care we give to our residents. At the start of our meal service, we offer all residents a cold drink to wet the mouth and throat before they eat. Serving a hot drink at the start of a meal can make a resident feel full and we try our best to promote a good intake of food.
Mum has settled in fine. So glad to have an activity person on board. Food has been good. Just a problem with district nurse not being daily. Mum's leg is leaking through bandages.
Thank you for your feedback, we have worked very closely with the district nurse team to ensure all residents who need support from the district team get this when its required, we will continue to work with you to help us to monitor and work better with the nurses to ensure that your loved one’s dressings are clean and dry and that they are comfortable.
Everyone at Holme Lea are friendly and welcoming. My mother-in-law is very well looked after.
In the time my mother has been at Holme Lea she is happy and well taken care of. The staff are excellent and know her very well.
amazing staff. Great strong management. Clean premises. 10/10.
From the manager down, the staff in the home are pleasant, caring, attentive and have time for the residents.
Dad was admitted to Holme Lea after being discharged from the hospital for respite care. Social services completed an assessment and he was unable to return to his flat. From the start of Dad's stay, the management team, together with all the carers, were wonderful with Dad. I was kept informed of any events and everyone was very professional. Sadly, my dad died but the staff on the day assisted me and my family and when the staff lined the path when he was brought out was so thoughtful and kind. Holme Lea and all the staff are a credit to HC-One.
Mum's been in the home a short time but settled in quite well despite numerous moves before Holme Lea. Staff are lovely and listen to what mum wants. She’s not the easiest person but the staff have time and supported mum and others well. It’s also lovely that we can take mum across to feed the ducks in the local park.
Visited the home to see mum. She’s recently been in hospital and has been unwell. I’m glad she is now back in the care of the home. Staff look after us and mum so well. Mum is not herself in strange places but it’s good for her to be home in her own environment with her friends and companions. Staff work so hard.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 04 November 2025Requires 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 (14) & Events (0)
- 04 Jun 2025
HC-One care homes across Britain are preparing to open their doors to welcome in visitors from their local communities to join them in this year’s Care Home Open Week celebrations...
- 20 Nov 2024
HC-One care homes across the UK are marking International Men’s Day on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, which aims to raise awareness of men’s wellbeing. HC-One resident’s wellbeing is a key...
- 18 Nov 2024
HC-One care homes across the UK took part in fundraising activities on Friday, November 15, to raise vital funds for BBC’s Children in Need. Children In Needs supports charities and...
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Meet the Team (1)

What does ‘kindness’ mean to you?
“I believe that kind of care means seeing our Residents smile, giving support when needed and supporting not only Residents but Relatives too.”Craig has gained many years’ experience in providing care and support to older people, to enrich their lives. He is a knowledgeable and committed leader who is passionate about delivering the highest standards of care and quality of life for Residents.
Craig joined Holme Lea as Home Manager because he closely shares HC-One’s vision in aiming to provide the kindest care for each and every Resident. He extends this caring approach to his colleagues and works closely with them to deliver care and support to Residents in a way that they gain the most benefit, in a warm and welcoming home.
He also works hard to arrange events and activities with nearby schools and clubs and is always keen to include the local community in life at Holme Lea.
When asked what he enjoys most about his role, Craig remarked: “I love that I have a very hard-working team who genuinely care about our Residents.”
Away from work, Craig loves nothing more than going to the theatre, swimming and long drives.
If you would like to find out more information about Holme Lea, Craig has an ‘Open Door Policy’ and would be pleased to welcome you for an informal discussion.
Frequently Asked Questions about Holme Lea
What types of Care is Holme Lea registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Holme Lea have?
There are 48 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Holme Lea?
Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Holme Lea to the centre of Stalybridge?
0.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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