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At Grimston...
Care Provided by Grimston Court
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 47 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
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- 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
Room rates cover the individuals' personal care needs, their private room, laundry services, daily wellbeing planner (a wide variety of activities and events tailored to the service users including minibus trips) all main meals and regular snacks and refreshments. The rate does not cover private costs such as a hairdresser fee, although a hairdresser does visit the home on a weekly basis.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Grimston Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Grimston Court 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
- Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Hannah Ridley(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
Room Information
- Single Rooms (47)
Visiting
- The team welcome visitors of residents and clients to the home and aim to be as flexible as possible. Visitors are welcome to pop-in but calling the home to pre-arrange a visit is preferred.
Parking
- Private parking on-site.
Grimston Court Reviews (61)
Grimston Court has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.324) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Grimston Court has 61 reviews.
I have always been very nervous and full of dread about Mum going into a home. Having only visited a couple many years ago to visit certain relations, they did not make a good impression. But, wow! Grimston Court have certainly changed all that. What an absolutely fabulous place. My mum is so happy and full of life since being there and I know how much she loves it. I have a real piece of mind knowing Mum is at Grimston and don't have to worry one bit! Thank you team Grimston.
Lovely to see everyone singing along with the singer and having an armchair boogie. The family love the Facebook posts showing what our loved ones get up to. My dad has always loved animals and it's great to see him handling them when they visit. Keep up the good work, Team Grimston.
Thank you so much for your lovely review of Grimston Court - we are so pleased your dad is enjoying his time with us and is taking part in our activities program. We will make sure to pass on your kind words to the rest of the team at Grimston Court.
Everybody has looked after my mother really well and are a credit to the care home. I have no complaints at all.
Thank you for the positive feedback, Richard - we are glad to hear your mother is comfortable at the home and feels well cared for, as the team at Grimston is always working very hard to make sure every resident is happy and well.
My mum stayed at this lovely care home for around 4 months. My brother and I were so impressed with the care and attention she received whilst there. My mum really enjoyed her time there - she really loved the staff, she told us all often enough. Unfortunately, my mum had to stay in a few different care homes and this was the best one by miles. Whenever we telephoned we were always impressed with all the staff. They were very knowledgeable with what was going on with my mum and you could tell they really cared. My mum had a really lovely room and the grounds are so beautiful. Thank you to all the staff at Grimston Court, you really should be recognised for your brilliant work ethic and care towards the elderly.
Thank you for the kind words, it's wonderful to hear that your mum enjoyed her time with us - we loved having her! We will pass on your lovely message to the rest of the team, it's always very encouraging when someone has good things to say not only about the home itself but also about appreciating the staff's hard work.
My father was at Grimston Court for 4 years. He was very contented there and became extremely fond of the staff. The carers were wonderful and always compassionate. They were fantastic throughout the pandemic and it was so reassuring for the family to know that my father was being so well cared for during that time.
Thank you so much for your lovely review of Grimston Court. We are very glad your father enjoyed his time with us. I will pass your kind words onto the team.
Been looking after my mam for a few weeks now. She is very well cared for. I can't thank the staff enough for their excellent care and attention. They are always helpful when I phone. mam always speaks highly of staff and the good food. I'm quite happy for my mam to be there.
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Great and very helpful staff. Lovely property and gardens.
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We are very grateful for the care Mum has received over the last five years. It was traumatic for her to have to move to residential care with dementia, but she has been in very good hands and has been consistently helped to make her home here. The staff are kind and reliably thoughtful. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your lovely review of Grimston Court! We are so pleased your mum is happy with us!
Always a pleasure to visit. Kind, helpful and friendly. Staff are all lovely.
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My aunt has been in Grimston Court for over six years. She has excellent care during this time and speaks very well of all the staff and appreciates their care. She is always clean and her room is kept clean and fresh. She is unable to join in with the activities now as she is bedridden but all the staff are kind and patient with her and she tells me the food is very good.
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It's always a pleasure to visit my grandma at Grimston Court. The staff are always friendly and helpful, and the facilities are always clean and pleasant. The care and kindness that the staff show my grandma is always evident, and it is a big relief to know that she is safe and being well cared for.
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Within the limitations of no access due to Covid, we have no significant complaints regarding Mum's care and treatment. Your staff are a credit to your organisation and are unfailingly cheerful and positive.
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I was received cordially and treated in a similar manner whilst I was in the care home. All that I saw was clean and tidy.
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Mum entered the home on the first day of lockdown, so her possessions were left on the home doorstep. When I was able to go and peep through the window, I was delighted to see her photos on the wall and her ornaments displayed with the same care I would have done.
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Couldn't be happier, staff are caring and compassionate at all times. Both parents have stayed a number of years over time. It is just Dad there now and the staff know his needs and moods and are good at keeping me and Mum in the loop. I wouldn't want Dad to be anywhere else. I can see that he is happy and relaxed in their company which is a great relief to the family.
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Mum seems happy and well looked after.
Visiting pod sited too far away from the main building, which makes visiting difficult in cold/wet weather as Mum has to be taken outside.
All Mum's needs met.
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The elderly lady for whom I am an attorney for, has lived at Grimston Court for over 6 years. She and the other residents have been kept safe over the most difficult 12 months for everyone concerned, much to the credit of the home’s staff and leadership from the Group’s Directors. Whilst visiting has not been without its’ challenges, the recent relaxation gave me the opportunity to meet with her in the conservatory that was much better. She was well and in good spirits. I was encouraged to see many of the members of staff that I knew from pre-Covid days working well and enthusiastically as ever. I do think a settled team is a happy team that is beneficial for all stakeholders. Keep up the good work.
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Both my parents have dementia and have been residents for 2 years at Grimston Court. All the carers are very friendly and hard-working. The home puts on lots of activities which they share updates and photos on their social media page which is nice for me and my family to see. There is a Pod available which has made visiting possible through the difficult times this last year. Thank you all.
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Firstly what a beautiful setting at Grimston Court, even though it is on the main road, the house is set back in tranquil gardens, and sometimes proud peacocks if you are lucky to see them. There is a large conservatory, a TV room, a dining room which is set out like a tea room and does not feel like a nursing home at all, and of course the main room where there are seats for all and a piano. The rooms are well equipped for the need of my mother. All the staff are so welcoming and helpful, always keeping us updated on my mother, should the need arise. I now WhatsApp video which is easy and quick to book in by sending an email. All the staff work extremely hard and are so lovely, I am pleased we picked Grimston Court for my mother. The food looks and smells delicious and even menus on the tables... Well done to all. Thank you seems too humble for what you do...
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Always a warm welcome from everyone at Grimston Court. There is a calm atmosphere as soon as you enter this magnificent building and the team are caring and attentive. Even though I'm over 100 miles away, I know that my Mum is content, happy and safe as, not only do I get regular updates, the team are very proactive in keeping their Facebook page full of all the events, entertainment and activities they get up to with the residents. This is the right place for her and I know she is getting the care she needs.
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Awards / Recognitions (11)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
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Meet the Team (3)

Qualifications include:
- Level 3 in Health and Social Care- Level 5 in Public Health
- Currently undertaking Level 5 in Leadership and Management in Care

After having previously only worked in retail, Vanessa started her care career as a Care Assistant in January 2013 and immediately fell in love with working in care. She then joined Wellburn Care Homes as a Team Leader at Rosevale Care Home in September 2014.
Since then, Vanessa has worked as a Team Leader/Senior Support Worker in various care homes within Wellburn's portfolio, including St Catherine's, The Manor at St Catherine’s and Grimston Court, gaining new experience along the way and working both days and nights.
In March 2025, she was promoted to Deputy Manager of Grimston Court Care Home and is thoroughly enjoying the new opportunities this role is bringing.
Vanessa's qualifications include:
VTCT Qualification in Anatomy and Physiology
Level 2 Qualification in Understanding Autism
Advanced learning course in safe administration of medication
NVQs Level 2 & 3 in Health and Social Care – Adults
She will shortly begin working towards my NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care

Working with and caring for people has always been a passion of Anna's. She started her journey working in care in Ireland while studying for her Social Care degree. Initially working with adults with physical and intellectual disabilities, Anna found that she loved working with these individuals and helping them to achieve their goals.
She moved to York in 2019 and has since worked in both care home and home care settings. She joined Grimston Court in July 2024, initially as a Team Leader. As of September 2024, she has progressed into her current role as Deputy Manager. Working in this environment has given Anna many lovely moments, working with both the staff, the wider team and the residents, as well as exciting challenges as she continues to learn and progress in her role.
Qualifications:
BA (Hons) in Social Care
TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care (FO) qualification
Anna will soon be starting her NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care.
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