
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.
Staff all seem willing to sort out a problem once it arises.
My mother has dementia and Alzheimer's. I took her into Holme Lea in May 2018. Mum took a long time to settle but the staff were extremely caring throughout this period. Nowaday's mum is a happy, bubbly person. I have not seen her this relaxed and cheerful for several years. Before mum was not very sociable, now she is enjoying other people's company and joining in the activities. Thank you so much for encouraging mum and supporting mum when she feels low.
Holme Lea has improved considerably over the latter half of the year. It has always been homely and provided good facilities - several lounges, break out areas and lovely enclosed garden but they had become tired and run down but I am pleased to say these are now back to a good standard. The new manager has put a good strategy in place to improve communication, staffing shortages and the health and welfare of the residents. There is consistency with the staffing now and they are very good with the residents looking after them as individuals.
The standard of care is good. The staff are very helpful and attentive to the residents. The atmosphere is very relaxed.
Always clean and a very helpful staff.
Rooms maintained to a high standard.
Big improvement seen following the installation of a new manager.
Residents needs are well catered for.
Sorry to have seen so many dedicated carers leave in a short time. I visit during the mornings and always feel welcomed by the staff. Attention to Dad's overall appearance could be better but I understand he can be difficult at times. This I find quite upsetting knowing how proud he used to be.
Thank you for your review, we value all feedback as this allows us to improve our service where required. We are pleased that you feel welcomed by the staff when you visit the home. Our Home Manager is always very happy to sit down with families and discuss any issues or concerns they may have and...
Staff are caring and kind. The only criticism I have is that it takes a long time for any changes to be made eg getting my mother-in-law's dietary requirements to be reassessed.
Thank you for your review, we value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Following receipt of your review and communication with yourself, you have confirmed you are entirely happy with Holme Lea and were referring to the length of time it takes to get a dietician...
Mum has been here a few times. She enjoys it. The staff are friendly and approachable, mum was in for a week at the end of June/July 2018. She was very comfortable, clean and looked after very well. We would recommend this place and will use again in the future.
I struggle to get to see Mum on a weekly basis due to work commitments but I know she couldn't be in safer hands.
Thank you.
Very good, very caring. Happy with how the home is. Only thing is that my wife likes to have more conversations with people so more activities would be good, like chat sessions. Staff brilliant.
My stay in Holmelea is due to my fall at home. The staff have been very kind and caring and are looking after me to the best of their abilities.
Mum has settled really well. Staff are lovely and attentive. More activities would be a bonus.
I found the staff very welcoming and the home has a friendly atmosphere.
During our visit, one lady was shouting a lot but staff sat with her and talked kindly to her trying to distract her.
The décor is nice and the home seemed clean.
My friend has Dementia so has no real awareness of where she is but she seems happy and settled.
During my recent respite stay, I have been treated with dignity and respect at all times. I have thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Nothing has been too much trouble for staff. There has been plenty of choice on the menu and food has been excellent. Laundry service has been very efficient. My personal care has been second to none and my stay has been made so comfortable. Thank you to all concerned.
We love everything about the home and the care my father in law receives. We had an issue with his meal and I was amazed how quickly it was dealt with and to an excellent standard. Managers and general staff are magical, just not enough. My father in law had a recent episode when he ended up in hospital, the girls were amazing. My one complaint, not enough girls.
Thank you for your review, we appreciate all feedback as this helps us improve our service where required. We are delighted that you are so pleased with the care your father-in-law receives at Holme Lea. Please be assured our staffing levels are constantly under review because staffing is based...
Staff are both friendly and helpful.
Meals are of a good standard and good choice.
Facilities are very good and would recommend.
Very pleased with the standard given to my mum during her short period of respite. Mum settled really well and was always happy - content when we visited. Will definitely recommend.
This was my first experience of visiting a care home and found the home and staff very friendly and helpful. They catered for my grandfather's every need, trying their best to make him feel at home and relaxed.
The atmosphere in the home has generally been pleasant when I have visited.
My mother received very sympathetic care from all the staff during her visits to Holme Lea. When mum is out of hospital and feeling better Holme Lea is where we hope she will be able to return.
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.
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