
It gives my sister and I massive peace of mind to know that our mum is so well looked after 24/7Liz S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



It gives my sister and I massive peace of mind to know that our mum is so well looked after 24/7Liz S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



Belonging to a quiet, residential area in Armley, Leeds, Rievaulx House Care Home offers personalised residential and residential dementia care to older people.
This friendly home offers many areas for residents to relax and socialise with friends and family as well as many fantastic amenities which include a lovely garden which is tended by residents, on-site hair salon and cinema room.
At Rievaulx House, there are a range of lovely dining...
Care Provided by Rievaulx House Care Centre
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 90 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
- 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 Rievaulx House Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Rievaulx House Care Centre 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
- Samantha Foster(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (90)
Rievaulx House Care Centre Reviews (73)
Rievaulx House Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.660) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Rievaulx House Care Centre has 73 reviews.
My mum is currently on an end of life program and I cannot praise the staff enough for the care she is receiving, they go above and beyond when she needs intimate care, treating her with compassion, respect and understanding, this is a job that not everyone could do and we as relatives, friends etc of people in this care home for one reason or another that cannot look after our loved ones ourselves rely on the staff to be kind and to treat the people residing there as if she were their own relatives. I can go to work knowing she is looked after and knowing I will get a call if anything goes wrong. I cannot praise the staff enough for what they do, like I say it's not a job anyone could do.
It's difficult to put into words to describe the care and attention all the staff have given to my wife over the last four years. It's a difficult and demanding role they have taken on, but they always have time to say hello or a chat, and let me know how she is getting on. Thank you.
Mum seems very settled in her home , referring to all as her friends , she now enjoys activities with other residents. The staff are very good at making sure she gets to all her appointments and keep me up to date . When I visit the staff are always very welcoming and I feel at ease that mum is being looked after .
My uncle has been a resident in this care home since November 2025, he has made lots of friends, and felt included in all activities, he enjoys all his food, many options and generous helpings, the home is kept very clean and tidy, the staff are very friendly. We are all very happy.
Misplaced clothing is a concern.
Generally the staff are very good.
Christmas Day and Christmas activities were beautiful.
Due to shortage of staff, stimulation of residents is suffering.
However the entertainment is good.
Thank you for your review and feedback. We'd like to share a few updates with you: we now have a Lost and Found rail that is displayed monthly for families and residents to review, with dates clearly posted at the entrance. To ensure the highest standard of care, our staffing levels...
They do different activities every day as well as having singers and children from local schools come in to visit the residents.
Christmas was lovely. Every day some form of Christmas activity were available for those who wished to participate and Christmas Day its self was magical. I arrived to visit Auntie at 10.30 and things were already happening, the tables were being set , there was lots of staff working , who were all incredible jolly and all of the residents had present for the home as well as families arriving. The residents who didn't have families were all fully included and no one was sat alone or sad , the atmosphere was totally happy, joyous and " Christmassy".
If anyone is looking for a home for their loved one, and l know how hard this is as Auntie had no one else to find her care other than myself, call in and look around..
My Aunty is 98 in January and needs fully care 24hours. She's in a wheelchair and needs a hoist to get her in and out of a bed and chairs . The staff have great patience with her. All the staff we meet are truly helpful and nothing seems to much trouble.
Shelley the entertainments coordinator has arranged trips out, coffee mornings, singalong activities within the home and more.
I have found the home is kept clean and tidy and always has a friendly atmosphere.
I feel mum is safe & looked after at the home. She moved from another home that had lots of activities but she was no longer able to afford the care home fees there & family were unable to afford the Top Up fees of £450/week ! Despite nothing like the number of activities at this home she doesn't seem to mind as her short term memory is very poor. Mum has some behavioural problems such as refusing to move from her chair & refusing personal care at times & the staff deal with these issues in a caring way. It is very quiet where she is but for mum at 91 yrs she needs less activities & essentially palliative care. She did have a fall off the bed & bruised her head & I was informed immediately. She has an alarm system to inform staff if she is getting out of bed but they were unable to get there in time. She wasn't taken to hospital as previously we ( the consultant at the hospital & myself) had discussed it wasn't in her best interest to go to A & E & would only cause her distress.
The staff were serving tea and cake to the residents ,and interacting with each one .It was done in a very friendly ,but profesional way .
I dont get up to see Freda as often asI would like ,but if anything happens to Freda ,or she does something I need to know ,I get a phone call from the home to keep me informed .
I am very happy with the care Freda has ,and I know lately ,she has had a few issues with other residents ( such a shame ,as it is so out of character ) but the staff have dealt with it in a caring way ,and hopefully ,she will settle down again ,and be the lovely kind Aunt I remember .
Many Thanks to all the staff .
Any issues regarding my mum's health are dealt with efficiently and quickly.
The building itself appears to be well maintained and secure.
From my personal perspective I find the care staff to be amazing. Always happy to stop and have a chat and also take care of any additional requests where possible. Special shout out to Evans who is very knowledgeable and approachable.
My mother has been a resident now for four months and feels safe and content in her new environment. The staff are friendly and attentive, and importantly to my mother the food is of a generally good quality. We have been able to decorate her room to make it feel like home and have been able to take her out on little trips with the consent of the staff. Overall very pleased.
Generally, very pleased with my mums care and well being. Staff always helpful and accommodating. Room is OK could sometimes be a bit cleaner, always nice to find her in the lounge enjoying some entertainment.
We're really pleased to hear that you're happy with your mum's care and well-being, and that our staff have been helpful and accommodating. It's lovely to know she enjoys spending time in the lounge and taking part in the entertainment. We appreciate your comment regarding the...
It was a very hard decision to admit that, I could no longer care for my husband who has Alzheimer's and he needed to move into a care home. He is being well cared for and the staff are lovely to him. He is not one to join in activities but he has formed a connection with a couple of the staff that share the same interests as him. This care home was recommended to me by a family member whose relative has been there for a few years. I would not hesitate to refer others to this home.
My Step-Dad's spent the past few years at Rievaulx House after a severe stroke during Covid, left him paralysed down his left side. Lack of physio due to Covid restrictions when in Hospital, didn't help matters. He relies on family & the lovely staff for most things. From day one, the team have shown kindness, patience & genuine care. The home's not the newest & his room feels a bit dark due to an outside wall, but the warmth, laughter & love from staff more than make up for it. We'd love for him to be nearer the garden one day, but they do keep his current room spotless & make him comfortable & always lift his spirits when he's feeling low or missing his son & daughter, who live very far away. The staff fill that gap with friendship & compassion, treating him with dignity & respect. We're so grateful for the activities, celebrations & newsletters, keeping us connected. Thanks Rievaulx House for everything - your kindness, patience & dedication mean the world to John's extended family.
The first thing I noticed was the absence of any underlying bad smells I associate with care homes. The staff are very friendly to both visitors and residents. My wife seems contented, well fed and clean. The staff are doing a fantastic job looking after her. Thank you.
It really does feel like his new home. We've been able to personalise his room to his taste, and recently decorated it with balloons, banners, and cards for his birthday. The staff are caring, kind, and attentive, they do an excellent job ensuring everyone is safe, comfortable, and well looked after.
The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and there's always something going on. The events organiser, Maureen, is fantastic - my dad has a better social calendar than the rest of us! It's a real testament to the hard work and dedication of the whole team at Rievaulx House.
I would highly recommend Rievaulx House to anyone looking for a residential dementia care home for their loved one. We're so grateful to have found such a lovely place where my dad now calls home.
Unfortunately over the last year her eyesight has drastically deteriorated.
The help, advice and support from one of the key workers made it so easy to access the charity for the blind to enable my friends mother to access, "audio talking books."
Hopefully this will make the days more pleasant to listen to stories that she would have been able to read some time ago.
Very friendly staff look like they care a lot for their residents, and dealing with admin is easy. My Mum is not really settled, but thinks this is due to her and the dementia. Nice room with a lovely view of the garden, always clean, even though my mum keeps blocking the toilet, I feel the staff and maintenance people do their best.
My mum has been in Rievaulx House for over 7 years now, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. The care and consideration shown to her and to meet her needs is fantastic. They communicate really well and nothing seems too much trouble. I'm so grateful to all the staff there who have such a challenging job, especially upstairs in the dementia unit where my mum is. What a wonderful group of people! Thank you!
Bed Vacancies
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News (22) & Events (0)
- 29 Jan 2026
HC-One’s Rievaulx House Care Home in Armley, Leeds, welcomed Mark Sewards, MP for Leeds South West and Morley, on Friday 16th January for a visit celebrating the home’s dedication to...
- 07 Jan 2026
Residents at HC-One’s Rievaulx House Care Home in Armley, Leeds, enjoyed an unforgettable football experience last week, thanks to the generosity of Leeds United Football Club, who donated two tickets...
- 07 Jan 2026
Residents at HC-One’s Rievaulx House Care Home in Armley, Leeds, enjoyed an unforgettable football experience last week, thanks to the generosity of Leeds United Football Club, who donated two tickets...
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Meet the Team (1)

What does ‘kindness’ mean to you?
“Achieving the right outcomes for the right reasons for the people we support and the team that supports them. Ensuring quality is in the forefront.”
As a Heath Care Professional, Samantha has gained a wealth of experience in providing care and nursing support to elderly people, to enrich their lives. She is a knowledgeable and dedicated leader who is passionate about delivering the highest standards of care and quality of life for Residents.
Having worked at HC-One since 2018, Samantha closely shares HC-One’s vision in aiming to provide the kindest care for each and every Resident. She extends this caring approach to her 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.
When asked what she enjoys most about her role, Samantha remarked:
“Being able to see the outcomes of the support on a level that I am able to share with the team. I enjoy being able to make decisions in the best interest of the team and the home as a whole and being able to be involved in processes from top to bottom.”
Samantha has also achieved much outside of work, with her proudest achievements being growing her career from the ground up being adaptable and flexible in her role collecting greater knowledge and skills along the way.
Outside of work, Samantha enjoys spending time with her husband, two children and a basset hound.
If you would like to find out more about Rievaulx House, Samantha would be delighted to have an informal discussion with you over the phone to answer any questions and provide further information.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rievaulx House Care Centre
What types of Care is Rievaulx House Care Centre registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Rievaulx House Care Centre have?
There are 90 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Rievaulx House Care Centre?
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 Rievaulx House Care Centre to the centre of Leeds?
1.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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