






The Old Vicarage is a family owned and managed residential care home that looks after people with physical frailties and in the various stages of dementia.
There is a huge range of activities both inside and outside the home which pursues the Butterfly Care approach, with all staff interacting with residents and being involved in their daily lives.
Care Provided by The Old Vicarage
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 19 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
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day 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
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Day-Care is charged at £15 per hour and includes a home-cooked meal for those attending for a full day.
Private Hairdressing, chiropody, newspapers, and personal hygiene products are charged separately.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Old Vicarage for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Old Vicarage 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
Owner
- Kamal Siddiqi
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sue Wilson (Registered Manager)
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2019
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (13)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
Visiting
- In the village of allithwaite next door to the church, near Grange over Sands which is on the B5277
Parking
- Onsite parking
The Old Vicarage Reviews (28)
The Old Vicarage has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.754) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Old Vicarage has 28 reviews.
Lovely atpmsphere at the 'Old Vic'. Staff seem to really care about the residents and the care they recieve. A fun personal touch with proffessionalism. Mother really likes her room; on suite with a cracking view. Food is fab with a menu to choose from each day.
Tea/Coffee and biscuits - anything isn't 'too much trouble'..
Mother is happy at the Old Vic and I can rest easy safe in the knowledge that she is well looked after.
Thank you for a super review. We are very pleased that we provide reassurance to both you and your mother, and are very pleased that you have described our care home has having 'a fun personal touch with professionalism'.
Although I live in Germany, I feel at complete peace, as I trust that I can rely on the staff. Because they are close to my cousin, they are aware of her needs or of any change - and they are always very prompt, when any action is required or needs to be reported. Also, I can call at any time, especially when there are concerns and immediate clarity is necessary: although I am far away, I am constantly updated and feel closely involved by the daily care procedures shown online ( a great service! ) - including the wonderful activities taking place from dog visits to singalongs! THANK YOU, ALL!
Many thanks for a wonderful review. We continually aim to provide a home which is warm, friendly, and offers quality care. Being so far away from a loved one can be difficult and we are aware that good communication is a very strong part of our service.
Mum has been attending The Old Vicarage 2 days a week since November 2025 and loves it. The care home has a welcoming and homely feel. It is warm, cozy and comfortable. Staff are friendly and caring and have taken the time to really get to know mum so they can chat to her about her interests and family. Mum has dementia and craves social interaction so chatting to staff and residents has been a huge positive for her. The activities on offer are wide and varied. Mum regularly participates in armchair ballet and various crafts. In the run up to Christmas she enjoyed the visit by local primary school children who sang carols; mum also helped to make mince pies. She was very touched to receive a birthday present, cake and card signed by staff and residents even though her birthday was on a day when she wasn't there. Mum has specific food requirements and TOV cater well for her needs. I am very impressed by the support and care given to mum and recommend the TOV highly.
Thank you, Sue, for taking the time to share such a wonderful review! We are delighted to hear you are happy with the care we have provided. Our team works effectively together to create a home which is full of kindness, care, and laughter. Our kitchen team continually strive to offer a varied menu, and your recognition of this is much appreciated.
Dad attends day care once a week. TOV is a lovely, friendly care home with plenty of activities to keep residents and day care visitors stimulated and engaged. They have quizzes, craft sessions, cookery, singers - too many to list. The staff are very friendly, caring, good fun and get to know their residents so that they know what interests them. Recently, they all dressed in costume for Children in Need. There are lots of seasonal events and family are invited to these - Strawberry Fayre in the summer with a live band, a bonfire and fireworks for Bonfire Night and I know there are theatricals planned for Christmas. These little touches make The Old Vicarage a very special place. Food is all home-cooked and very tasty. Dad received a specially baked birthday cake with card and gift for his birthday and even though it fell on a day when he wasn't at TOV, it was still celebrated which I know thrilled him. Dad always has lots to tell us when he comes home. Would definitely recommend.
Many thanks for submitting a positive review. We are proud to provide professional and friendly care. Regarding our activities, we strive to offer fun and stimulating activities. Again, thank you for selecting us as your father's care provider.
My Father-in-Law has been coming to daycare at The Old Vicarage for a couple of months now. We are so grateful that we have found somewhere that he loves coming to (we have tried several alternatives before finding The Old Vicarage). The staff are warm, welcoming as well as professional. They make him feel at home, so much so that he walks straight in and to his favourite chair in the conservatory. The home provides daily acitivites which help to engage, bring back memories, provide social contact and enjoyment. He particularly loves the giant interactive TV screen they have for leisure and helping with activites. My father-in-laws enjoys the food that is prepared on premises and he is offered refreshments throughout the day. The app is a great feature to find out what he has been up to throughout the day and to understand the care that has been provided. I can't thank you all enough for welcoming Rob into this wonderful community.
Thank you for a very positive review. We pride ourselves on offering a professional and caring service, and understand the need for family members to be kept informed of the care provided.
My mum has just become a resident at the Old Vicarage in the last 10 days, and is settling in very nicely. I have been overwhelmed by the kindness and compassions shown by the staff, and always feel very welcome as a visitor. There is an amazing weekly activities plan, which engages mum and provides her with companionship. The staff provide extensive written notes in the daily care section of the Residents Portal, so I can see how she is doing, which is incredibly reassuring. The food sounds amazing, and from the oft-repeated phrase "ate all of their food" from the portal notes, I would say that mum agrees! We are so lucky that mum is able to be part of this community. This is the place I would choose for myself (but hopefully not for another 30 years or so!)
We are very proud that you have provided a very positive review and are pleased that your mother is enjoying being part of The Old Vicarage community. It is good to know that the Residents Portal provides reassurance and, our activities are stimulating. Compliments to the cooks will be received with joy. We can add you to the waiting list for 2055 if you like!!
I have nothing but gratitude for the care and support he has received and also the support given to myself..
All staff go out of their way to make the environment warm and friendly with a wide range of planned activities and organised events.
Thank you for such a glowing review, which we very much appreciate. As a small car home, we do our utmost to provide home-from-home comfort, offering quality food, fun activities, and good company. Thank you for your support.
My mum attends The Old Vicarage two days a week and loves her time there. She is always eager to go and looks forward to seeing the staff and residents. Mum always has lots to talk about when I pick her up at the end of the day. The staff are friendly, welcoming and kind. Mum's days are filled with activities, conversation and laughter. The Old Vicarage provides a varied and engaging day for those who go for daycare and the live-in residents. Mum always lets me know what she's had to eat and how much she has enjoyed it. I would, and have recommended The Old Vicrage to others.
Thank you for a very positive review. We are incredibly pleased that our Day-Care has proven to be beneficial for your mother, and that our friendly atmosphere has provided a focus point for engaging conversation.
My mother has been happily resident in the Old Vicarage, Allithwaite for over 5 years. The staff are like family, she has a light and airy room and the meals and entertainment are second to none. She feels safe and secure is never lonely and my mind is a peace that she is well cared for whatever the time of day and night. We, that is my 96 year old mother and I chose the Home together after strong personal recommendation, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to others. I feel very lucky to have found such a place close to home so I can pop in for a cuddle and chat with Mum whenever we need it. Long may it continue providing such a vital service.
Thank you for your positive review and for considering us as family. We are so pleased that your mother enjoys our menu and activities timetable. Your recommendation of care is much appreciated, and we are proud to offer care which you deem, a vital service and offers you peace of mind.
The Old Vicarage is an old building, It is gradually being updated and redecorated. My sister and I have been welcomed from day one. My sister is unable to communicate, she is bilingual and also has Alzheimer's dementia, this causes extra challenges for the staff. They have made flashcards with short sentences, which I have translated and also photos of meals. This not only benefits my sister, but other residents with limited language or speech. The care manager is very involved with the residents and their family members. The residents have a choice of menus. Hot and cold drinks are offered frequently. Each morning and afternoon there are different activities offered and each resident help to reach their potential. At the weekend the activities are less structured, the residents seem very happy. There are security alarms on all the outside doors. I very much appreciate the internet connection. Overall this home is a very happy place. Often you hear laughter from residents and staff.
Thank you for your feedback and support. We are pleased that our Communication and Photo Menu Flashcards have proved to be beneficial for the provision of care for your sister. Our menu is thoughtfully planned with the concept of enjoying every meal and our activities aim to enhance the quality of life. And laughter is most certainly the best medicine of all.
The care home is well run, staff very good plenty of things going on during the day.
Many thanks for your review, it is much appreciated. Our team works incredibly well together to offer a kind and supportive level of care for all our residents and day-care clients. Our Activities Coordinator continually researches activities that she thinks will work well within our care home and are both stimulating and fun.
Without exception, the staff are so caring and concerned for all the residents (& their families). The events they arrange for everyone - Christmas, birthdays, bonfire night, etc are always well supported and thoroughly enjoyed by everyone.
I am just so pleased that the Old Vicarage was our first choice of care and support for mum. It's a very special place to be.
We are incredibly pleased that you selected our care home as your first choice of care for your mother and, you consider The Old Vicarage to be a 'very special place to be'. We always strive to offer support for both the residents and their families. Our team enjoy working together, which has a positive impact on the level of care provided for each resident. Thank you for choosing us!
We spent 3 months looking for quality full-time residential care in south Lakeland/North Lancashire for Dad. Our prerequisites were for a small safe homely environment with attentive caring staff, high-quality food, stimulating activities, and access to a safe outside environment. Dad moved into the Old Vicarage in early August 2024 where the staff made a fantastic effort to settle him into his new environment. During this period feedback and communication were exemplary with several adaptions made to his environment and daily routines to enhance his care. He particularly enjoys a walk in the neatly tended garden and an occasional village walk accompanied by staff. The lunchtime dining experience is recommended with nutritious home-cooked food and always a surprise dessert. Our personal experience to date has been very positive and all staff made our Dad and family very welcome.
We are very pleased that you have found our service provision to be positive and that our communication is rated as exemplary. Your feedback is very much appreciated.
The Old Vicarage Care Home is just that. A caring home from home. My mother is treated with love and respect and all her needs are met. She attends here 2x weekly for daycare and for longer when a respite bed is available. She is well-fed, well-looked after and entertained.
Thank you for your positive feedback; it is much appreciated. We endeavour to provide care and reassurance for all our residents and hope that we create a warm and friendly care home.
Good range of activities available including links with the community.
Management is reflected in the low turnover of staff. Good feedback of the day to the carer regarding any concerns raised/occurring during the day.
As a sole carer, I feel very comfortable that they are sensitive to the needs of both of us and able to offer support appropriately.
Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you feel positive regarding the delivery of care and support we offer.
My auntie now lives at The Old Vicarage and every time I visit I find the staff very friendly and helpful. Nothing is ever too much trouble, she is being well cared for and looked after to meet all her needs. It is a very comfortable and caring establishment. I always feel grateful when I leave that I have found such a nice place for her to reside in.
Thank you for your kind review of the service The Old Vicarage provides for your aunty.
Very happy with the care that Mum is receiving - ever since she moved in (2019), she has been well looked after. During Covid, the house did an excellent job keeping the residents and staff safe. Thank you, and for the record, Mum seems to have more energy now than before she moved in.
My mother has lived at The Old Vicarage for over 4 years. She is contented and well cared for. It is a happy and friendly home and, without exception, the staff are wonderful. Nothing is too much trouble. It is noticeable that the owner puts the care of and facilities for the residents at the top of his agenda. He goes out of his way to do things for the residents to make their lives happier and more fulfilling. There is a good range of activities available daily and every effort is made to personalise the care. The food is very good. It is full marks to everyone that the home has thrived during the past few challenging years of Covid and short staffing. I would highly recommend The Old Vicarage to both future residents and staff.
Mum has been at The Old Vicarage for over 6 months and though she has Alzheimer's, she is enjoying the care that she receives, and the interaction she has with other residents and carers alike. She says, "there's always another cup of tea around the corner", which sums up the attentiveness of the staff. The surroundings are pleasant and clean, and homely - not institutional in any way. When I first started talking to staff about my mother going to live at The Old Vicarage, I was blown away by the fact that I was listened to, and not just talked at. They were keen to get to know Mum and what she liked so that they could continue helping her to enjoy her life. In short, Mum is healthier and happier than she had been in the last months, or even years of her living at her own home. Would I recommend The Old Vicarage to families in similar circumstances? You bet, I would! They are happy for families to visit - in my own case, on a very regular basis. Thanks to everyone involved.
I understand during Covid, it has been difficult, but the staff shortage was handled as best as it could be, but some minor errors were made regarding staff attitude. Nothing major, and still a great place!
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 27 September 2018Good
- 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.
Bed Vacancies
2 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 24 August 2026We currently have available two rooms with one on the ground, and the other larger room on the first floor. Both have wash basin facilities, and televisions.
News (1) & Events (0)
- 29 Apr 2025
The residents of The Old Vicarage at Allithwaite were over the moon when Sandra the Lamb came to visit on Tuesday 15th April. Sandra is part of the Life Between...
There are no upcoming events for The Old Vicarage.
Awards / Recognitions (0)
There are currently no awards/recognitions posted yet for The Old Vicarage.
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for The Old Vicarage.
Meet the Team (2)

In 1994, Dr. Siddiqi and his wife bought The Old Vicarage Care Home, and their son, Kamal, is now the Care Home owner. Kamal studied business economics at a college in London and decided to work in his family-led care home. He is currently assisting Lancaster University with a research project that explores the impact of large, digital screen stimuli for the improvement of the quality of life for those diagnosed with dementia. This is an evidence-based research project funded by Lancaster University.
Kamal strives to continue with his parents’ ethos of care, which is to "care for others as you would like others to care for you and your loved ones".

Sue, our new Registered Manager, has a wealth of experience within the care sector. Originally, she trained as a Legal Secretary but decided that a career within care was most suited to her personality. Over the years, Sue has worked in many different care settings, including a learning disability care home, as a Domiciliary Care Manager for a spinal care unit, a Residential Unit Manager, a Senior Domiciliary Care Coordinator, and overseeing the development of a new care home.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Old Vicarage
What types of Care is The Old Vicarage registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does The Old Vicarage have?
There are 13 Single Rooms and 3 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at The Old Vicarage?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, 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 The Old Vicarage to the centre of Grange-over-Sands?
1.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
Information on this page is displayed without responsibility for its accuracy on the part of carehome.co.uk. Please contact The Old Vicarage to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. The Old Vicarage has an Enhanced Service -more info.