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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.
Dovedale Court Care Home is a warm and welcoming place. The staff are experienced and show genuine care and compassion for the residents and their families. During the early days of Mum's stay at Dovedale Court, we were shown kindness, understanding and a high standard of care. When I leave Mum after a visit, I have every confidence that she is safe and being well cared for. I have no hesitation in recommending Dovedale Court for your loved 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.
Very happy with it all. All are very willing to help. The staff are all great.
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.
My dad was in the home for only a short period of time however this didn’t diminish the care my dad received. Staff were always attentive and caring, they could never do enough for us as a family. The home is fantastically decorated and gives off the feeling of being comfortable and welcoming. Thank you all.
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 cannot praise all the staff from the management to the cleaning lady at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home enough, each and every member of that committed family are brilliant and you are welcomed as part of that family every time you visit or call. My uncle joined Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home just at the start of the pandemic when things were very worrying indeed but the transition and care he has received from the first day has been brilliant. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff at Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home and the love and care he receives are second to none. I could not imagine or think of him being anywhere else. He is so settled and content that it makes life so much easier for me knowing he is in the best possible hands. Barchester Dovedale Court Care Home is a brilliant care home with amazing staff. Thank you all, so, so much and kindest regards.
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.
Grandma was not doing so well before she went to live there, wasn’t eating much, drinking or taking her medication and very little conversion, now I can have little conversations with her again, she’s got a second wind. I love seeing pictures of her being so happy and loving life again.
The love and care I see given to grandma makes my heart swell with happiness, the feeling is overwhelming. We tried so hard to care for grandma at home and do the best we could and when we couldn’t anymore, all I wanted was for her to get the best care and feel loved every moment of the day, which I feel grandma truly does feel. I don’t think the staff will ever know how much I love and appreciate them. Such an amazing care home.
Thank you so much for your kind words. I will give feedback to the team, they will be delighted.
My mother's partner has been a resident for almost two years and has had the best care you could wish for. Having been unable to visit due to the pandemic, the staff have done a really fantastic job looking after and keeping people safe. As a visitor, it really is a wonderful place, run by truly wonderful staff, all angels.
Thank you for your review. It's a pleasure caring for your loved one.
Extremely happy with the home, the staff and the care my mum gets. I feel mum is treated with dignity and respect, and the staff are very friendly and approachable. I regularly receive video calls and cannot thank the staff enough for providing a loving and caring environment. The manager is very supportive and has a very hands-on approach. Thank you all so much.
Thank you so much for the kind words we really do appreciate them and thank you for trusting us with the care of your mum.
Thank you very much to the management and staff of Dovedale Court.
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.
Extremely happy with Dad's placement. The unit at Dovedale has made a big difference in his quality of life.
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.
Our visits are currently limited to the hub but they are well-run and kept clean and safeguarding measures are always adhered to.
The staff are familiar and interactive with Mum and I know she feels safe and comfortable in their care. They show her respect and treat her with dignity and patience.
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.
Given the current circumstances, it was great to be able to see my dad even if it was through a screen. Thank you.
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 to say the team at Dovedale are the most wonderful, caring people. They are looking after my husband and I could not ask for better - nothing is too much trouble for them. They always correspond with any questions I have and keep me up to date with everything. The staff are very polite and listen - if there is a problem, they will sort it. I recommend Dovedale to anyone and I can't thank them enough. Five stars from me.
Thank you for your review regarding your husband's care and the positive experience of the home. 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.
Support for families from the management team at Dovedale is exceptional.
A very special place.
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.
Nothing is hidden. If a service user needs help for anything there is always staff there to help. If a service user has a toilet accident they are helped straight away and it is cleaned up without a fuss. If a service user does not want to eat they are helped or given something else. There is always staff to talk to service users or engage in activities. Dovedale Court is always clean and nothing is too much for the staff, from management down.
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.
Staff always attend to residents immediately if they see they need attention. None of this would be possible to achieve if Dovedale Court didn't have the standards and training given by the manager and deputy manager, they run a tight ship and it's always down to good management if things are run well. So thank you to the managers and your team.
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. It is wonderful to hear of the positive experience you...
My husband celebrated his 90th birthday in residence and I couldn't ask for better. When I visit or take him out for walks etc he is always clean and dressed well. He can look after himself for some things but, he has carers for the things he can't manage. As his wife, I myself am disabled and to know he is cared for makes my life much easier.
Thank you so much for your feedback. We loved the celebration on his 90th party.
A terrible journey made more bearable by the Dovedale facility and staff. Excellent accommodation, wonderful staff attitude, laughter, a feeling of belonging and care.
Thank you all.
Thank you so much for your kind words.
Their rooms are always clean and their personal care is excellent. Food is varied and of good quality/homemade. Should they not fancy the daily menu they are offered/tempted with something to encourage nutrition. We are confident that they are safe and being looked after now it is no longer viable for them to live at home.
Mum's behaviour beforehand could sometimes be very challenging and become agitated. Mum is so comfortable and relaxed in there, us as a family have the piece of mind and comfort knowing that Mum is being cared for and her needs met. It's hard to accept that Mum can't be in her own home as life can be so cruel, but she is much happier in here than she was at home. All the staff/management/chef go above and beyond and can't do enough for her and us as a family.
They made Mum a birthday cake for her 81st. Mum was very happy and was singing old war songs, it was just like having our mother back, brilliant. You're made to feel so comfortable, offering hot/cold drinks and biscuits. I know that this home is the best for my mum because of all the qualities they have to give and offer.
Thank you for your lovely comments.
Always find staff caring and attentive to mum, and willing to engage in conversation re. mum's health and well-being with the family.
Thank you for your review.
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.
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