What types of Care is Garlands registered for?

Older Person Care & Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Garlands have?

There are 13 Single Rooms and 5 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Garlands?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Stairlift, 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 Garlands to the centre of Heckmondwike?

0.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

Garlands care home, 27 Church Street, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire WF16 0AX

Garlands

27 Church Street, Heckmondwike WF16 0AX

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Care Provided by Garlands

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 23 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

Mild Dementia
Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

Palliative / End of Life Care
Day Care

Facilities

Own Furniture if required
Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
Close to Local shops
Near Public Transport
Minibus or other transport
Stairlift
Wheelchair Access
Gardens
Phone Point in own room
Television point in own room
Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Funding Types Accepted

Self Funding (Private)
Local Authority with Top Up
Local Authority
NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Owner

Mr & Mrs D Bolland

Person in charge

Linzi Bolland (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Kirklees Council

Admission Criteria

Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

Purpose Built: No

Room Information

Single Rooms (13)
Couples/Companion Rooms (5)

Review from R H (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience

My Dad spent his last few months of life as a resident at Garlands. His dementia was declining rapidly. Staff at Garlands were very caring towards him and made every effort to give him quality of life.

I found management to be approachable, responsive and "hands on" in assisting staff when

needed. Staff were welcoming and attentive and I observed lovely bonds between staff and residents.

Staff were always welcoming to visitors. Their hospitality was outstanding, especially in Dad's last week. I was impressed with the knowledge staff had about residents before many of them had dementia. This gave wonderful insights and encouraged respect for the residents, many of whom would just not be valued in society at large.

I found there to be respect and encouragement for my dad's Christian faith, which had become most important in his latter years.

I cannot thank the management and staff of Garlands care home enough. They made the end of Dad's dementia journey more manageable.

Reply from David Bolland, Proprietor at Garlands

Thank you for the lovely Review, it was an absolute pleasure to care for your dad, you will both be missed. Thank you for always being you and bringing a smile to your dads face. Please drop in for a drink anytime. From all the Garlands team.

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Review from Dawn R (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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This was a wonderful carehome. I was apprehensive for my father, but was great and they so looked after him. I loved to go and see him there and was like going to a wonderful family home. He made some lovely friends there too.

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Review from P F (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 2 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report

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My brother-in-law lived at Garlands for 11 years. My sister-in-law also lived there until 2017.
My brother-in-law wasn't always the easiest of residents to deal with, the carers were wonderful with him and he never wanted to move to another care home. My sister-in-law needed lots of help, my brother

did end of life. Carers at Garlands couldn't have done more for both my relatives. The food at Garland's top marks. Lots of activities going on in the care home exercise class, baking, crafts, gardening, games, singers and entertainers visits, regular trips out shopping, and meal visits to places. Can recommend to anyone looking for a care home.

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Review from Lynne F (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our mum was a resident of Garlands Care Home from December 22 till she sadly passed away in February 24.
She received amazing care from all the staff who treated her like a member of their own family.
The food was always good and well-presented. Mum was a picky eater and was given foods she liked

even if it was different to the menu choice.
The room she had was modern and clean but cosy and welcoming. We were able to visit whenever and stay as long as we wanted.
In the final days we also felt looked after whilst we spent precious time with her.

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Review from Sheila R (Resident) published on 8 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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I have lived at Garlands since August 2021. The staff are amazing and I cannot thank them enough for the care they provide for me and my husband. The staff must have their own personal problems as people do but they never show it to us, the staff are cheerful and friendly and can take a joke. Nothing

is ever too much trouble for the staff, they go out of their way to make our day. The only issue I have is they put too much custard on my puddings, but the deputy has said she will inform the kitchen staff for me.

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Review from Michael Paul S (Son of Resident) published on 11 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report

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My late father was a resident at Garlands from Dec 2022 to May 2023 and during this period he received a fantastic level of care from both the management and staff. Nothing was too much trouble. The staff are the real powerhouse behind Garlands and at all times they were friendly, professional and caring.

My father particularly enjoyed his food and staff would go out of their way to ensure that he had his favourite meals. At all times the care was provided with a good sense of humour and really staff were more like extended family members rather than care staff. Cups of tea and coffee were never ending and this was important for him and we knew that he was happy there. The Garlands mantra is 'residents don't live in our workspace, we work in their home' and this totally sums up the care at Garlands. During his final weeks, the level of genuine care he received was simply outstanding and our gratitude and thanks for this is simply immense.

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Review from Bally C (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report

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I cannot thank and praise the manager and her staff enough for looking after my mum for 20 months.
My mum had dementia and she was so settled in her comfort zone and absolutely adored all the staff.
The staff were amazing with my mum even learnt some Punjabi words to help Mum communicate properly.
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you to the manager and everyone for helping my mum settle well and being amazing with her.

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Review from Donna M (Niece of Resident) published on 21 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report

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Myself and my family would like to leave a letter of recommendation for the amazing staff at Garlands Residential home. My Aunt had been a resident for over 2 years at this amazing home. They've treated my lovely Aunt like their own family, nothing too much to ask for, exceptionally great care given

in a family orientated atmosphere. My Aunt sadly had a large stroke and she was unable to recover from it. The manager ensured when my Aunt came back home to die, that she died surrounded by her family, not just her actual family but her care home family. We, as a family, can never thank them all enough for supporting us through this and loving us all through it too. Oustanding heroes in our eyes and people we will forever call our friends. Thank you Garlands. I myself have worked in the care sector for many years, I know all about the CQC requirements and the regulations and this care home in my eyes is 10/10.

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Review from Beverley M (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report

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My mum moved to Garlands in January 2018. In summer 2016, she had experienced very sudden onset dementia, Parkinson’s and much reduced mobility, which had made her extremely anxious and distressed. Over the course of 18 months, she stayed in two other CQC - rated ‘good’ local care homes, but neither

appeared able to meet her needs and each asked her to leave. What she needed was some personal attention to make her feel secure, as well as help to walk with a Zimmer frame (which she very much wanted to do but could not do independently). With enormous relief, we eventually found the person-centred care she needed at Garlands. From day one, she was calm and settled. I could barely believe the change in her. I can’t praise the staff highly enough: they are kind, caring and responsive to her needs. My mum feels included in the life of the home, always having someone to talk to and being encouraged to walk, with help. My family is very pleased with the kind and sensitive care she is receiving.