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This care home provides person-centred care through individual care plans; designed to meet each service-user’s needs and treat them with the upmost dignity and respect. The home uses a key-worker system...
Care Provided by Knowle Hill
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 74 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
- Parkinson's Disease
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- 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 Knowle Hill for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Knowle Hill 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
- SheffCare
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Michelle Wright(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (74)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (74)
Parking
- On site and road parking
Knowle Hill Reviews (18)
Knowle Hill has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.684) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Knowle Hill has 18 reviews.
What stands out for me at Knowle Hill is the staff, they are friendly, upbeat, helpful but most of all is the way they interact with the residents and their family and friends. They genuinely care, it seems more than a job. They are the company's best asset. It gives me peace to know my father is being so well looked after.
Thank you very much for your kind words. We're so pleased to hear that our staff have made you feel at ease. They really do care deeply about our residents and their families, and it's lovely to know this has made a difference to you. Your comments mean a lot to the whole team - thank you again for taking the time to share them.
My mother is 93 years old with some cognisance issues and quite deaf but was welcomed into Knowle Hill by all the carers. She has been very well looked after by everyone and is settled and happy so we are all so relieved we have great support for her needs and know she is safe.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. We're truly touched by your kind words and are so pleased to hear that your mother feels settled and happy at Knowle Hill. It means a great deal to us to know that she feels welcomed and supported by our team. Providing a safe, caring, and respectful...
An excellent, well run nursing home. You would be hard pressed to find better staff anywhere else. All staff are polite, friendly, can't do enough for their residents and also the residents families I would have no hesitation in recommending this home to anyone.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are happy to hear that you had a great experience with our staff and care; our team works hard to make sure both residents and their families feel welcome and well cared for. Your recommendation means a lot to us.
My mother has Alzheimer's and so has to stay on the top floor, staff are all very friendly. She absolutely loves the place. For me it's very easy to get to as I don't drive a twenty min walk. Also from what the staff have told me, she's putting on weight due to eating properly.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're so pleased to hear that your mother is enjoying her time here and that she's receiving the care and support she deserves. Our staff work hard to create a friendly and welcoming environment for all our residents, so it's wonderful to know it's making a difference for her.
Staff brilliant, friendly, helpful, very approachable. Decor is a bit rundown and Mum's room is quite small but I'd rather rate it excellent because of the staff. Mum is well looked after.
Thank you for your kind review. We're thrilled to hear that you find our staff brilliant, friendly, and approachable. Our team is dedicated to providing the best care and support, so your recognition means a lot to us. We appreciate your honesty regarding the decor and room size, and we understand...
All the staff I've encountered have been very pleasant, considerate and devoted to their jobs, and couldn't do enough for you and the resident I've left in their care. They kept you well informed about the resident, whether they had to request a doctor, nurse or hospital visit - you were always told.
Thank you for your kind words about our staff. We're delighted to hear that they provided such excellent care for your loved one. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
My mum has been a resident at Knowle Hill since March. The staff have been nothing but excellent. My mum has settled with the staff becoming friends not just carers.
Thank you for your kind words. We are thrilled to hear that your mum has settled in well and has formed friendships with our staff. Your positive feedback means a lot to us, and we will share your compliments with our team.
My mum has settled well after an initial period of respite care. She is well cared for, enjoys her meals and is comfortable. Personally, I found putting Mum into care a challenge and the staff have been reassuring and understanding. I know she is safe and cared for very well. I cannot thank them enough for their support for us both.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that your mum has settled in well and is enjoying her time with us. Transitioning to care can indeed be challenging, and we're glad that our team could provide the reassurance and support needed to make the process smoother for...
She needed 24/7 care and support and this was very positive at Knowle Hill.
She took part in many of the wonderful activities that were put on and enjoyed her birthday there in December - the care staff put on a lovely buffet and cake for some of her family.
Sadly, she had pneumonia at Christmas and was in hospital for five days - so missed all the care home activities and Christmas celebrations.
This put her back and sadly, by mid-February, her health situation deteriorated. The care staff were so kind while she was not well and as a family, we were always welcomed.
The local hospice team came to the care home to see to her medication, so she was pain-free and comfortable in her final days - it was so very sad but the care staff were brilliant. Thank you.
We were deeply touched to read your heartfelt review of Knowle Hill and we extend our sincerest condolences on the loss of your relative. We appreciate your kind words regarding our care staff and the support provided by the local hospice team. It is our utmost priority to ensure that our residents...
Words cannot describe how good this home is. The love and support that all the staff have shown both my dad and myself during the last few days of his life means so much. Each and everyone of the carers treat the residents as family. I have no hesitation in recommending this home to anyone.
We're deeply touched by your kind words. We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review and are grateful for the trust you've placed in the team at Knowle Hill during such a sensitive time.
Everyone connected with the care and wellbeing of my late wife was exemplary. That includes carers, admin, chef and kitchen staff and cleaners. Everyone played their part in looking after her, ensuring that she was safe and content.
Thank you so much for your kind words about Knowle Hill Residential Home, I have passed your comments onto the team. Kind regards.
Thank you.
Thank you so much for your kind words about Knowle Hill Residential Home, we really appreciate it!
My Nanna was a resident for just under two years, she had Alzheimer's and became unsafe at home which is why we chose to put her into a home. Knowle Hill has been absolutely fantastic since the day my Nanna went in, to the day she sadly passed away and even afterwards. The whole team are amazing, Nanna was always well looked after, dressed in clean clothes and her room was always spotless. We were well informed at all times about what was going on with Nanna and the quick action taken whenever she fell ill, the activities she did were always great and she loved the tea and biscuit trolley! The staff are truly brilliant and I would highly recommend Knowle Hill to anyone.
Thank you so much for your kind words about Knowle Hill Residential Home.
My mum was a resident for just over three months at Knowle Hill care home until she sadly passed away. She went into care due to her Alzheimers and mobility issues, and during her stay, the whole team was amazing, and the level of care she received was fabulous. Mum was well looked after, and her room was bright, warm and always tidy. The care home has a friendly and homely feeling. The carers were always helpful and would answer any questions I had regarding Mum. I would highly recommend this care home to anyone.
Thank you so much for your kind comments about Knowle Hill Residential Home; we truly appreciate it.
The staff in care homes do not get the recognition that they deserve, they have been brilliant, before and during the covid crisis.
It is with a sad heart that unfortunately, I am now at a stage where I will be having to move my dad due to the dementia now progressing that we are having to look for a new home with nursing care, I can only hope that where we end up next is anywhere as good as Knowle Hill!
Thank you so much for your kind words about Knowle Hill Residential Home.
Would firmly recommend this residential home. Mum moved in in July and was immediately welcomed by both staff and other residents. This helped her settle. Staff were lovely towards Mum and her care was good. Mum tended to be nocturnal and the night staff accompanied her often on her nightly corridor walks making her tea at 2 am. Our thanks go to all the carers on Mum's wing.
Kind regards
He is always full of compliments for the attention he gets, and enjoys his food, with regular cuppas brought to him.
I am contacted regularly and immediately when there is any concern about Dad's health, and they take action on the spot for GP needs or accidents.
Top rate, caring home
Thank you so much for your kind comments, we really appreciate it. If you have any feedback on how we can improve the activities we offer, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
My Mother-in-Law has been in Knowle Hill for four years. We are pleased with all aspects of the care she gets. The staff are excellent and keep us informed at all times, she gets regular visits from the local doctor. Since being in Knowle Hill, she has improved in her health and wellbeing; as she was on her own. As I say we are pleased with her care and we know she is safe.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 07 November 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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
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Meet the Team (1)

Michelle is the experienced and dedicated Registered Manager of Knowle Hill Residential Home.
Frequently Asked Questions about Knowle Hill
What types of Care is Knowle Hill registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Knowle Hill have?
There are 74 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Knowle Hill?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Knowle Hill to the centre of Sheffield?
5.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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