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Care Provided by Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 33 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
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home 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
- Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- George Appleton-Carroll (Acting General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2012
Room Information
- Single Rooms (33)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (10)
Visiting
- Here at Dovedale people are encouraged to come visit when ever they want, however please be mindful that meal times are a busy time in the home. Mealtimes are from 1pm and 4.30pm
Parking
- Dovedale Court has a Large car park to the rear of the building, when approaching Dovedale, you drive past the main entrance to find the next right turn which leads to the car park.
Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home Reviews (50)
Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.122) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home has 50 reviews.
We have been really happy with the care my Dad has received in the few months he has been there. He has settled in well and feel the staff all know him well in a short space of time. The home feels very homely, a nice addition is the cafe for a change of scenery and we've enjoyed sitting in the garden with my Dad. All staff have made us feel very welcome and you can see the respect they have for all their residents. My Dad coming here has been hard for us all as a family as we live almost 2 hrs away and not able to visit as often as we would like. But we feel comfortable leaving him, as we know he is safe, settled and very well looked after. Since coming here I feel like ive gotten a little bit of my Dad back, which has meant everything to us all.
I would like to thank you for your amazing review. it is unfortunate that we are such a distance from yourselves however dad has settled with us here at Dovedale and appears content at the time. it is lovely to see you when you visit the home to see dad.
Dovedale provides an environment and atmosphere that genuinely feels like "home" rather than "a home". The layout is thoughtful, with beautiful places to find quiet space and a change of scenery and garden space that is cared for and lovely to spend time in. The warmth and general atmosphere here is in no small part a result of putting together and leading an engaged resilient and long serving team of nurses, carers and staff who are directly employed. The use of agency and contract staff for cover is avoided and the vital nature of nurses and carers knowing the people they are looking after protected. Anyone who is experiencing this journey with a loved one will understand the relief that comes when the care they are receiving is good. In the Tesseyman suite at Dovedale it is exceptional and beyond any comparison. My Dad is the happiest and most settled I have seen him in a number of years. I hope that your care endures for My Dad and others and that those that need you find you.
Thank you for your kind words, I will ensure that these are passed onto the team
Quite superb!
My Dad has been a resident at Dovedale Court for the past four years. It is such a fantastic place with the most caring and attentive staff.
The facilities are great with lovely gardens, rooms and communal areas.
The staff are amazingly professional but also loving and caring. They look after the residents with dignity and compassion.
The activities are frequent and varied, with parties, singers, animals and trips a plenty. When they identify a particular passion, they try to fill it, taking residents, bowling or to bike events or gardens.
Dad has unfortunately had to move to a nursing home due to increased needs and the team helped find and vet a place, helped negotiate a room and have visited him at his new home.
We simply could not have managed the past four years without them.
All the staff have been superb and it feels unfair to single any of them out but three members of staff deserve particular mention.
Thank you so much for all you have done x
Thank you Ian for your lovely feedback, I am pleased that we were able to support Dad during his stay with us here at Dovedale he will certainly be missed at the home. I will ensure that the feedback is given to the staff.
My husband has been at Dovedale Court for almost two years now, and we are extremely happy with the care he receives. Most importantly, my husband is very happy and settled! Not only the care and respect the staff show my husband, but also my whole family, is above and beyond. Angels - every one of them. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Thank you so much for your kind words. I will ensure these are fed back to the team. We are so pleased that you are comfortable with your husband being here with us at Dovedale and that he remains happy and settled.
The care Dad receives is such that our peace of mind is kept sound - we know Dad is safe and loved.
Thank you so much for your kind words, we are so happy that that Dad being here with us at Dovedale gives you peace of mind.
My father was in for respite care for two weeks and it was his first time ever. So even though I was really anxious to start with, the care team quickly put me at ease and my dad settled in well.
Thank you for your kind review, we are so pleased that we were able to support you and your father during this respite period. We are also so pleased that the care team were able to ease your anxieties and that Dad settled with us here at Dovedale Court.
Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home is a fantastic place. Mum is looked after perfectly and is always clean and well fed and cared for. Never had any issues and trust the staff implicitly. They are all so caring and treat Mum with respect and dignity. I have seen inside many care homes throughout Lancashire in my job and nowhere comes close to Dovedale - no comparison. It's a wonderful place.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so happy that Mum is with us here at Dovedale and that we are able to give you reassurances to make you feel comfortable for Mum to be in our care. We always aim to be the best and we will ensure that your kind words are passed on to the team as this will be...
remarkable care, I am so happy my husband resides at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home. He's happy, content and well cared for. Staff, entertainment etc., it's all there, gives me peace of mind. I wouldn't change his placement for the world.
Thank you for your lovely review. I am so glad that your husband is content here with us at Dovedale Court. I will ensure that your kind words are passed on to the team.
My mother is a resident at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home. She moved in around January 2024. She has completely changed since moving there. She is happier. She laughs and is chatting all the time. A complete change from her previous home. The staff that really make up Dovedale are amazing. They are skilled, enthusiastic, caring, cheerful, well-trained professionals. I dread to think where we and our mother would be without them. Lifesavers. Can't say enough good things about Dovedale and the staff.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It is so lovely to hear that Mum has settled in with us here at Dovedale and that this has made such a change not only to her but to you all as a family. I will ensure your kind words are passed on to the whole team.
My father has significant support needs. He has been at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home for six years and has received tremendous care and support in all that time. On three occasions, he has been diagnosed as likely to pass in the next few days and on each occasion, the staff have helped nurse him to much stronger health. They are caring, friendly and very effective at looking after my father and the other residents. We could not recommend the place more highly.
Thank you so much for your kind words; we are really pleased that Dad has been able to be cared for so well that he has come back to stronger health here with us at Dovedale Court and that this offers relief to you all, as a family. I will share your feedback with the team and we look forward to seeing you soon.
The staff here make my mum feel like she's being cared for properly which is a huge relief for the family. My mum has been in two previous care homes that don't come close to Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home. Couldn't ask for more.
Thank you so much for your kind words, we are really pleased that Mum is settled here with us at Dovedale Court and that this offers relief to you all, as a family. I will share your feedback with the team and we look forward to seeing you soon.
Compared to the last home this is in a league of its own. Staff so nice, another world.
Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
Very pleased with everything.
Thank you for taking the time to let us know how we are doing and it is nice to hear that you are pleased with all aspects of care given to your husband.
Excellent facilities, amazing staff and great varied activities for residents. Big thank you to all the amazing members of staff that make this place special!
Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
Every member of Dovedale Court I have encountered are professional, caring, empathetic and sincere. They all clearly are extremely passionate about their vocation and it shows - simply put, they are brilliant.
Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
We had a lovely time on the 12th of July celebrating Mum's 94th birthday. I attended, along with Mum husband - Dad and my husband. Had a wonderful three-course meal laid on by the staff making it a special occasion and Dad will be writing himself to thank the home personally. In my experience, the staff are always attentive and caring. The overall feeling one gets whilst visiting mum is one of a loving and caring 'home from home'. We are now looking forward to my parents' 70th wedding anniversary celebration, organised by the staff. Lovely food (and a wonderful cake) by the chef.
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
I have nothing but admiration for the staff for their patience and the help they give the residents and as family, I am always welcome.
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
I visited my my friend last week, the first time I have seen her since she moved there. From the moment I entered the building I was greeted with a warm welcome, staff were polite and friendly. I had a lovely visit and look forward to my next one.
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
The care dad receives here is excellent. His individual needs are fully met and I'm sure this has helped him settle so happily.
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
The carers and the nurses at Dovedale Court are wonderful with my dad. They show him kindness, compassion and respect and are very patient with him. There is excellent communication between the care home and our family and I truly believe that my dad is in the best possible place for his needs right now.
Thank you for your review. We value all feedback as this helps us to improve our service where required. Thank you also for your positive comments regarding our home and team, who work hard to deliver high standards of quality care at all times. I will pass on your feedback to the team.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 13 December 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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.
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Awards / Recognitions (16)
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 15 Apr 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
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Meet the Team (10)

Hi, my name is George, and I am the General Manager here at Dovedale.
I have worked in the care sector for many years, and started my career as a cleaner. Over the years, I have completed numerous training courses and have had varied roles, constantly striving for an excellent standard of care for the residents I support.
I am passionate about ensuring that the residents here at Dovedale Court receive the highest standard of care whilst providing a safe and enjoyable atmosphere in their home away from home. I am also one of the home's LGBT champions, and offer sign post advice for those seeking it.

I have been a registered nurse for over 15 years. I started my career in Zambia before moving to the UK, where I previously worked as an ICU nurse.
After moving to the UK, I have worked in care homes where I have gained valuable knowledge and experience, especially for those who live with dementia. I enjoy making a difference to those we care for, bringing a smile to our residents' faces.

Sue has worked as Dovedale Home Administrator since 2011. Sue has worked under a couple of managers, but now works under Diane Langford. Sue ensures that all the financial departments of the home are running correctly, while sorting through residents' files and the appointment of Staff.

I have worked in the industry for an extensive period of time. I have gained a raft of knowledge throughout my years working in care and have undertaken a number of jobs and positions.
I joined Barchester in 2023 and really enjoy being part of the team. Ensuring the team and I push for the best for our residents at all times.

I have been qualified as a nurse for coming up to 10 years, starting my career in the NHS.
I first started supporting Dovedale a number of years ago and made the decision to join the team permanently in 2022. I enjoy my job and work collaboratively with the team to provide the best care we possibly can for our residents.

My name is Maryanne Howard, and I am the Head Chef here at Dovedale Court. I joined the team in 2024. I was born and bred in Preston and chose to join the care industry as I wanted to do a job that would be both rewarding and meaningful, knowing I have made a difference to a resident's day.
This can be from having a chat to making their childhood favourite pudding that makes them smile, and can make a difference to them, which gives me a sense of accomplishment. Outside of work, I enjoy rowing through the summer months and a good board game marathon during the winter.

I have worked in care since I was 18, which I started in Cumbria, where I was born.
I moved to Preston in 2021 when I was given the opportunity to join the team at Dovedale Court. I thoroughly enjoy working as part of the team here at Dovedale. We are one big family.

At Dovedale, the Tesseyman Suite is complete with a number of Trained Nurses and Trained Support workers, who all Complete Mandatory Training in relation to the job they will be doing.

THe Memory Lane Community at Dovedale court has Senior Carers and Carers who work 24/7 for the residents on the Community, all fully trained to the high standards that Barchester Healthcare Expect

I joined Barchester in 2023 as a care assistant and, since joining, I have been given the opportunity to become a Senior Care Assistant in the home.
I have had previous experience in the care industry after working in home care for a period of time. I enjoy my role and try every day to put a smile on our residents' faces.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home
What types of Care is Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home have?
There are 33 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home to the centre of Preston?
2.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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