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The home has benefitted from extensive renovation to make the most of its care potential, also reaching out to the local community with short-term care and respite provision.
In-depth planning goes into all care provision, with long-term aims in mind and the daily satisfaction and well-being of service users at the heart of all decisions taken.
Care Provided by Holly House Care Home
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 29 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
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- 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 Holly House Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Holly House 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
- Dryband One Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Annette Hughes (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (29)
Visiting
- Open House- opening availability
Parking
- Parking onsite
Holly House Care Home Reviews (39)
Holly House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.246) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Holly House Care Home has 39 reviews.
Holly House may not have crystal chandeliers or thick Axminster carpets but what it DOES have is its residents best interests at the heart of everything and that's what GENUINE CARE is all about.
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My wife Patricia was the resident, but she is unable to fill in this review. She went in to give me respite to recover from a fall. The staff were very kind and considerate to her.
Thank you for placing a review for the care home , it was a pleasure to have your wife here . Hope you are all doing well
Staying for a month respite care, helpful staff and good meals.
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Staff are friendly and welcoming, did their best to help my dad with all his needs. Does not smell and very clean. Would recommend this home.
Good afternoon. Thank you for your review of Holly House, we all hope that your dad is doing well.
The home had a homely, cheerful and calm feeling.
Dad was sent from hospital to the care home for end-of-life care.
Staff made a very difficult time more bearable.
Thank you for spending the time to give us a review. It was a pleasure to look after your dad even for the short period he was with us
Always made welcome. Staff are very friendly, always clean and tidy. Most times when we visit we are offered a hot drink. Staff always have time to stop and chat with you.
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We were very satisfied with the level of care Mother received for her three-week respite care. The staff were kind and knowledgeable and treated Mother with dignity. The home was very well run and nothing was too much trouble.
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My brother-in-law after having brain surgery in November came to the care home shortly after and was made very welcome. The staff and management are absolutely brilliant and can not do enough for him. Thank you Holly House.
It is a pleasure to be able to care for him.
The food was nice and varied and nothing was too much trouble.
I was glad to leave after spending the month in the hospital and then three weeks there but that was more the call of my home not the experience there.
I would have no hesitation in recommending the home for elderly or infirm family and friends.
Thank you for your review of the home, it was a pleasure to be able to care for you. We all hope that you are continuing your recovery in the comfort of your own home.
I find Holly House a very nice, friendly place. The staff are very helpful and friendly. The atmosphere is very relaxed. It is very light and airy. Having the animals outside just adds more character to the home and relaxing to watch. The rooms are clean and tidy and ensure, which is a bonus.
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Very happy with the care my mum received. She said the staff used to come within minutes of being buzzed.
Thank you for taking the time to fill in a review for us, we welcome all feedback.
From the very beginning of Mum's stay, the staff have been brilliant in every aspect of care and protection. As well as the management, who also have been most helpful with everything.
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They also keep her happy when she does not settle at night with drinks and company.
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My aunt has been well cared for and the staff have been really good with her. She likes to stay in her room and they allow her to do as she wishes. The staff always have a cheerful natter with her which she appreciates. I am very happy with the care and the improvement in her generally.
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Mum came to Holly House following a three-week hospital stay. She was made to feel very welcome immediately and even though she arrived at 7pm in the evening, the staff were very patient and understanding with her as she adjusted to the change. All the staff are very cheerful, sympathetic and understanding and Mum was able to settle quickly. Holly House has a very homely feel and we know Mum has been in safe hands.
Thank you for your review, we all hope that Mum is settling well and that she has now managed to go home.
I'm very happy that my mum's care is fantastic. Staff are amazing and do a brilliant job.
Firstly my aunt feels ok here, she is happy. I find the staff very approachable and helpful and very kind. I also like the fact that whenever we visit at any time it is no problem. They always inform us if anything has changed with her. We know she is safe and looked after. All the ladies are so kind and helpful.
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I visited dad on a number of occasions between 21st January and 25th February and I have to say I was immensely impressed. The rooms were comfortable, all areas were very clean, security was spot on and the staff were all great! Communication was also key and Holly House's staff were on point.
Thank you for caring so much! Dad wasn't ill but had to stay in residential care regardless, you all made him so welcome and my brothers and I appreciate it, as does dad who told me to mark as excellent!
Thank you so much for your and your dad's kind words, it was a pleasure to be able to care for him. Hope he is getting on well now he has gone home.
My mother moved into this home from hospital. They have made her more than welcome and accommodate her dietary requirement and have put up shelves for her ornaments and photos. She is so happy and has no worries.
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Nanna has been here at Holly House for just over a year now, and despite her good days and bad days, the staff are amazing! They make the care home a lovely place for her to be. Nothing is ever too much trouble; they are always supportive of me and my family - it is very much appreciated!
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Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 10 November 2017Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (4) & Events (0)
- 21 Oct 2025
We will be holding our Halloween Fayre on 2nd Nov commencing at 1.30pm , we will be having entertainment by Pete Brogan and a raffle and a tombola
- 17 Oct 2025
We are all decorated for our Autumn Fayre which is taking place on 2/11/2025 we are having a singer and a tombola and a raffle
- 02 May 2025
At Holly House we have been taking part in the Care Home Olympics , we have had to complete an activity every week for 8 weeks and send details and...
There are no upcoming events for Holly House Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 12 Sep 2023Recipient: Holly House Care Home
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Holly House Care Home.
Meet the Team (6)

I am the registered manager of Holly House Care Home, I have worked here for 40 years.
I like to know that the staff, service users and their families are comfortable coming to me with any issues they have and have an open-door policy.
I believe each person is an individual and should be treated as such, and that ensuring privacy, dignity and compassion are at the forefront in the home.

Sharon has worked at Holly House since 2011, she works as a team leader on days, she began working as a team leader on nights but after 3 years decided to make the change to a day team leader. Sharon has completed her NVQ 3 and continues to update her training as required to ensure she fulfils her role to the best of her abilities.

Lisa joined the team at Holly House in January 2024, she works alongside the manager her role is office-based, supporting the home, manager, staff, and relatives.

Jenny has worked at Holly House since 2019, she works as a Team leader and carries out this role on both nights and days.

Lynn has worked at Holly House since 2016, Lynn worked at our sister home and transferred from there to here, Lynn works nights full time and has carried out his role since she commenced employment at Holly House

Rebecca began working at Holly House in 2009, she has had various roles in the home since then, at the moment her role is as a day team leader .
Rebecca has worked hard and completed her training to be able to carry out this role to a high standard
Frequently Asked Questions about Holly House Care Home
What types of Care is Holly House Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Holly House Care Home have?
There are 29 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Holly House Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Holly House Care Home to the centre of Scunthorpe?
3.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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