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Care Provided by Whorlton Grange
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 51 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
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
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 Whorlton Grange for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Whorlton Grange 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
- Janice Wilkinson(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2014
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (45)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (5)
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.
Whorlton Grange Reviews (81)
Whorlton Grange has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.688) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Whorlton Grange has 81 reviews.
The home and staff show a high degree of care even when under pressure. In my ministry over many years and visiting many homes, this is by far the best.
I feel confident that my father is getting the best of care. All the staff are caring and attentive and work very hard to keep him safe and happy. Trip out and activities help to add interest and stimulation for the residents. His lovely room is spacious and homely. Beautifully decorated and a spacious home.
All the staff at Whorlton Grange have gone out of their way to make me feel at home. I have a nice bedroom and a lovely view of the gardens and golf course beyond. The gardener keeps the gardens looking beautiful and always gives me a cheery wave and smile. I have recently been able to go to a show at the Sage and a lovely carer stayed with me the whole the time and we had sole use of the minibus and driver. I really enjoyed the day and my family do appreciate the care and thoughtfulness shown to me.
I find my mother well cared for and treated with dignity. The fact that the carers like my mother gives me a great sense of relief as I know she will be looked after and cared for. I'm always informed by the staff of my mothers care and kept up to date as to her health, weight etc.
My dad came from the hospital after approx 10 weeks in 2 different hospitals, and on his first night here he settled. After 2 weeks now he feels very comfortable in his room and with the staff. I do not have to worry that he is not being cared for. The staff are kind and obliging. My dad is kept very clean and his condition is improving with care and support. I am comfortable to visit anytime I wish and always feel welcome.
Effective, efficient, caring, anticipating needs.
My dad was looked after so well. When he was poorly they acted so fast. I will not leave my dad anywhere else now. I trust these people 100%.
I was overwhelmed with the kindness shown (I cried). I was pleased with his room and all the facilities on offer. I noticed all the residents were dressed and clean. There seemed to be lots of tea and bickies on offer! I look forward to any future visits my husband may make.
Having never used a care provider before I was unsure what to expect. From the moment my mother was greeted when she arrived, the staff have been professional, helpful and installed full confidence in me that she is being fully cared for. They are very attentive and always manage to keep my mother smiling.
Whorlton Grange is located in a nice area next to a golf course. It is a very attractive stone built group of buildings with well kept gardens. The interior is spacious and spotlessly maintained. The available facilities are first class. The atmosphere gives the impression of a happy and well organised operation with well trained and attentive staff although I do understand that the staff level is currently is not what it should be.
Whorlton Grange cares for my mother with wonderful care, empathy and in a loving way. They have kept the family informed and helped mam through illnesses always giving mam personal attention. They give friendly encouragement and frequent stimulus. We are very grateful for all the attention and individual thought for our beloved mam.
The room is very good and everyone is very friendly. I arrived after a short stay in hospital for a week's respite care, and being blind and hard of hearing, everyone has been extremely patient and friendly. Treatment has been excellent and I have had plenty of assistance when needed. I can't think of anywhere else I would go.
My care home ticks all the boxes. It is ideal for me and my family who live nearby. I was not coping well at home and this care home suits me well. I feel secure and safe, someone is always on call but I need to realise there are other residents who are just as important as I am. I have a good relationship with my carers who respect me and have become friends. The managers are first class, picking up quickly on anything that may become necessary with each one of us and dealing with it. Safe hands which are a priority.
Too many lovely staff leaving or about to leave..
I would like to start by thanking you for your comments, we are very pleased to see that on the whole, you find the services we provide to be either good or satisfactory. We are currently reviewing the way we provide activities throughout our homes and hope that you will notice an improvement with...
My mother has been in this home for 6 years and the proactive help and advice sets them apart. All standards are high and we are kept informed of all events, changes and actions we need to take. We visit the home often at different times so we see most of the staff dealing with different pressures. The support for my mother, particularly this month by way of activities, has been exceptional. Her Alzheimer's is properly recognised and supported.
The staff always let me know how mum has been in general when I visit and are quick to contact me if they have concerns, for example, an infection or immediately if there is an emergency.
It is lovely to see the interaction of the staff and residents and the enjoyment the residents get from the activities - such as singing along to music and visiting bands etc...
I have been here 3 times for respite care and I find the staff very approachable and friendly. I am happy to come here and I have noticed a change in the carers and I feel there is more motivation and interaction.
My aunt was having difficulty at home and could not manage. She kept falling. Reluctantly she agreed to go to Whorton for one or two weeks' rest. After her 2 week stay she loved it so much she decided to stay longer. The care she received was first class. Food and care has been wonderful and compassionate. The staff were very understanding, not only for my needs but my aunty's too. As a result of this she has decided to stay for a long time. I have recommended this to a few neighbours.
Excellent care.
He eats extremely well and enjoys the food. The staff always have time to have a chat with him and that makes him happy as he loves company.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 03 March 2020Good
- 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.
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Awards / Recognitions (12)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (2)

Janice has worked in the health and social care sector for 14 years, starting as a night shift carer and working her way up through various roles to Deputy Manager before joining Wellburn Care Homes in October 2021 as Deputy Manager before becoming Home Manager in November 2021.
Qualification’s include:NVQ Level 5 in Management
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care
NVQ Level 3 in dementia care
Level 7 in Train the Trainer
NVQ level 3 in medication administration

Jenny Robinson has been working as a Deputy Manager at Whorlton Grange since February 2022, supporting the Home Manager, Janice Wilkinson.
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