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The ambiance of Rathmore House is pleasant, cheerful, and positive.Michael G(Brother of Resident/Service User)

My mother has found a new lease of life since she moved to Rathmore House 18 months ago.Massoud A(Son of Resident/Service User)


The ambiance of Rathmore House is pleasant, cheerful, and positive.Michael G(Brother of Resident/Service User)

My mother has found a new lease of life since she moved to Rathmore House 18 months ago.Massoud A(Son of Resident/Service User)


Rathmore House is a quality care home with specialist care for people living with dementia.
Situated in a quiet residential street in the Swiss Cottage district of Camden, Rathmore House is an ivy-covered, Grade II listed Edwardian building with an attractive landscaped front and back garden. A renovation in early 2012 transformed the interior of the home, which now boasts contemporary furnishings, stylish print wallpaper and state-of-the-art facilities.
Rathmore House offers its...
Care Provided by Rathmore House
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 20 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees are based on size of room available and level of care needed.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Rathmore House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Rathmore House 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
- C&C
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Sheriff Raji (Senior Care Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2012
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (20)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
Visiting
- There are a range of visiting options to suit residents and loved ones. Visits can take place in resident's rooms, in the lounge or, on a nice day, in the gardens or the visiting pods. Regular visits are encouraged and video calls can also be arranged. A number of events are organised throughout the year that are open to friends and family.
Parking
- The home have limited parking spaces, but there is on-street pay and display parking available.
Rathmore House Reviews (31)
Rathmore House has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.298) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Rathmore House has 31 reviews.
The staff management are amazing with resident care wellbeing. My dad big T feels safe with staff. they always go above and beyond for residents and time they give its lovely when I leave I know I can do so with any worries thank you all so much. Lorraine.
Thank you so much for your feedback and acknowledgement of our amazing team at Rathmore House! I know they work so hard to create a homely, safe and loving environment where resident's wellbeing is of the highest importance so we are pleased to hear that you feel your Dad is in safe hands. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.
My uncle and his late partner first came to Rathmore House early 2023. Whilst I live in Australia since that date I have visited UK six times and Rathmore House multiple times each visit. I continue to be thoroughly impressed by the level of care afforded and believe my uncle couldn't be in better care.
Thank you - we appreciate you taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are pleased that you feel Rathmore House has been a good home for your Uncle and his late partner and look forward to welcoming you again when you are able to visit next!
Rathmore is a small care home, so staff and residents get to know each other. Where I've given 4 stars, it's because there may be room for improvement, not because I have any particular criticism. I have heard some criticism of the food. I wish there were more activities outside the home, but I know that's difficult. Perhaps there should be more staff.
Thank you for your valuable feedback. We are aware there were some issues with the food which we have taken steps to resolve by working with our chefs to introduce new menus which our residents seem to be enjoying. In terms of activities we are looking to introduce some new options to meet the...
Most important of all, Rathmore House has some lovely, caring members of staff, whose warmth, kindness and sense of humour has kept this particular family member's head above water on frequent occasions!
Thank you for taking the time to provide such lovely feedback. We are very proud of our beautiful home and the team work hard to make sure it is a warm, homely and friendly environment for everyone who lives there. It is also great to hear that our team have been able to be supportive to you when...
My sister seems content in Rathmore House. Eats well and is always clean and tidy. The staff work tirelessly looking after some very difficult situations. My sister was traumatised when going into Rathmore House but staff soon managed to overcome this anxiety
Thank you for your kind review and the acknowledgement of our hardworking staff team and the difference this has made to your sister since moving to Rathmore House. I will make sure to pass your feedback on to the team.
Rathmore House is friendly and fosters a family atmosphere. It is small enough to provide individual care which is so important. I represent 5 friends who have formed a team to visit and support our old friend who has now lived in Rathmore House for 4 years. The garden is an excellent space when the weather allows, and activities such as art projects and parties are very well organised and enjoyed by all. Outings are challenging to organise for these residents, and we hope the current local funding will help with providing even more outings.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. The team works very hard to provide a warm and homely atmosphere - not just for residents but visitors too and they will be pleased that this is seen and acknowledged. In terms of outings, we are working closely with our Engagement Officer...
Lovely home and has very well cared for residents. Small and friendly so there are plenty of staff for each resident. I also always feel welcomed and greeted by name when I visit. Cannot fault the place
Thank you for your kind words and very positive review - I will pass your feedback on to the team at Rathmore who I know will be pleased to hear this.
I have supported more than one member of my family as a resident of Rathmore House over the past 4 - 5 years. I have always found the staff very supportive and caring. I have never observed any of them 'time-wasting', if they have a free moment they spend it with one or other of the residents. The house is clean and tidy, mostly well-maintained and smelling fine. The garden is a great safe outdoor space which is generally welcoming and a good place to sit in when visiting with your resident. As a relative of a resident, I have experienced much support for my own needs, particularly from the office and management. It is not easy to choose a care home for one's loved ones but I have never regretted my choice of Rathmore House.
Thank you so much for your kind words about Rathmore House. We are pleased to hear that you feel it was the right choice of home for your family members and not only that but you felt supported yourself as a relative. It is so important for us to get this kind of feedback and I will make sure to pass this on to the team.
My cousin has been at Rathmore House for almost 5 years and suffers from mixed dementia. He has been very settled while has been at the home and is well looked after by the team of carers. There always seems to be a homely feel to Rathmore House, and staff do very well to make the residents feel part of a family. The home is kept very clean. Support when necessary from external providers, i.e. NHS, doctor, mental health services, always appears to be prompt which is much appreciated and ensures continued care for the residents. The home is situated in a quiet area reasonably accessible by public transport, and has a secure garden which is used by residents in the Summer. I am very content that my cousin is well cared for which is very reassuring.
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide a review. We are delighted to hear that your cousin is settled and happy at Rathmore House.
My partner has been a resident at Rathmore House since August 2020. In that time his dementia has inevitably progressed a lot, but the excellent care, love and understanding he has received has never wavered for a moment. His emotional and medical needs have always been fully and sympathetically met and I am so grateful to all the staff, especially one staff member in particular who has been an inspiring and exceptional manager. I am so sorry that she is leaving, but she leaves a wonderful institution behind her.
Thank you so much for your feedback. We are very proud of our wonderful care team at Rathmore who all work so hard to create an environment where our resident's individual needs are fully supported. I will make sure to pass on your thanks to the manager and the rest of the team.
She is always very well-groomed, clean, and well-fed.
Her well-being and health are closely monitored and timely action is taken. The family are kept informed of any developments.
The staff engage in conversation with her and encourages her to take part in activities.
My mother has found a new lease of life since she moved to Rathmore House 18 months ago.
The family are thankful and appreciates the love, kindness and professionalism of the management and the staff.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. It really is so good to hear that your mother has found a new lease of life since living at Rathmore and I will be sure to pass your feedback on to the team.
Our relative has advanced dementia and poor mobility. She is not very sociable and is preoccupied with her next meal. In the year she has spent at Rathmore House, her mobility has improved because of staff encouragement. The staff are very friendly and engage with her, and sometimes she responds with a smile and an acknowledgment of their efforts. The ambiance of Rathmore House is pleasant, cheerful, and positive. It’s nice to be able to visit our relatives without feeling any anxiety.
Thank you - we appreciate your feedback and are so pleased to hear that your relative is now more mobile and responds well to staff at Rathmore House. The team works hard to create a homely and warm environment so it is wonderful that this is recognized and appreciated by visitors. I will make sure to pass your comments on the the team!
The Managers are quite amazing. But I should say all the staff show great dedication to all the clients. Our friend has been here for just over 11 months. In a crisis, they deal with the situation with compassion and competence.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so pleased to hear that your friend is settled and your experience of the home and team has been so positive - I will make sure that your feedback is passed on to them.
My mother moved to Rathmore House just over a month ago. She suffers from the dementia/Alzheimer's package and before the move, she really hadn't left her bed for six months. Within three days of moving to Rathmore, she was coming downstairs and socialising which she continues to do. Her overall mood and appearance have both changed dramatically: she is brighter, happier and more positive. When I visit I notice that all the staff are kind and treat the residents with great respect and understanding. They are also very friendly towards their residents' visitors - I always get offered coffee/tea and a cake! I must also say that while we all understand these are difficult times for both our loved ones and ourselves, the management and staff at Rathmore have made the whole process of finding a safe and caring environment for our elderly relatives that much easier.
Thank you so much for your feedback and we are so pleased to hear that your mother has settled well at Rathmore House and there has been such a big improvement in her overall well-being. I will ensure your comments are shared with the team and we thank you for taking the time to share this with us.
My mother came to Rathmore during the lockdown of 2021. I can honestly say the care and attention she has received from all the caring staff has been excellent. The Manager is a super caring person, giving me confidence in the service that is provided by Rathmore House. This is a small care home and it feels like an extended family. We are always made to feel welcome and all the staff are always willing to listen to our concerns or to update us on mum's activities. There are activities organised regularly for all the residents that they are encouraged to participate in, art, dance, music etc. The food is wholesome and tasty and prepared fresh every mealtime. She recently had her 90th birthday, Rathmore made a tea party for her with a birthday cake too to celebrate. I am really pleased that mum came to Rathmore, she has definitely flourished here.
Thank you for such a lovely review, Maria. I know the manager and team will be thrilled to get your feedback and to hear that you are so happy with the support and environment that they provide for your mum and that she is enjoying living at Rathmore.
I am a resident at Rathmore House and I will be clocking 10-years of residence in May 2022. I have been impressed that the home manager has appreciated the staff's welfare, in particular nurturing certain staff to show their full potential. I have also been impressed with the concern she has shown to all the residents at Rathmore House.
Thank you John - it is wonderful to hear from such a long-term resident of Rathmore House! I know that the manager will be very happy to receive your feedback and hear that the support she provides to residents and staff is both recognised and appreciated. Wishing you all the best.
Rathmore is homely like a family house and we enjoy the garden where birthdays are unmistakably celebrated. The way Rathmore has dealt with Covid restrictions has been made smooth for the relatives as much as for the residents through window or skype contacts and the cosy pod.
My husband is still a happy eater... probably due to the chef's talent.
It is a pleasure to see how the residents are securely going around as if they were still at home, as a relative, I found a consoling second family.
We are so pleased that your husband is happy and settled at Rathmore House and that you all feel part of the Rathmore 'family'. I know that our teams strive hard to provide a home from home environment and particularly throughout Covid did all they could to ensure contact with relatives and loved...
From the day that my mother moved into Rathmore House, the Manager and the entire team have ensured that mum has felt calm, well looked after, and loved. This extends to the rest of the family, we have also felt cared about and well informed every day as to what is happening. It’s one of the hardest decisions we have ever had to make, moving mum to a care home, but Rathmore’s kindness, experience, and the amazing way they are with all the residents and their families have made everything so much easier. I cannot thank the Manger and the team enough.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are so pleased that your mum has settled well at Rathmore House, and that the rest of the family have felt supported throughout this process. I know the team will be very pleased to receive your feedback. Thank you!
My mother moved to Rathmore House from another care home outside London a few weeks ago. I was anxious about moving her as she has Alzheimer's and vascular dementia and is not able to understand what's happening. But with the recent COVID pandemic, I have not been able to travel to visit her so often and the visits have been shorter, so a move to be closer to me was essential. I'm pleased to say it has been a success and my mum has settled in very well. She's recognising me more and is smiling a great deal. The atmosphere at Rathmore House is very special. It feels more like a home than a care home. Everyone I have met has been so friendly and welcoming, but also extremely responsive. The moving process, too, was great. They dealt with the transfer very effectively and safely and organised the logistics. They even lent me a wheelchair and asked me to chose the paint colour of my mum's new room. Very happy indeed.
We are so pleased to hear that your mum's move went well. We will share your feedback with our colleagues to let them know what a difference they make. Thank you for your time to review Rathmore House.
My cousin has been a resident of Rathmore House for 16 months during which time he has become much more settled and comfortable despite his dementia diagnosis. No matter the circumstances, the carers at Rathmore House display great empathy to the residents, and appear very supportive, and always willing to assist. The home is managed very well by the manager, who likes her staff to interact with the residents making them feel at home and part of a family. The home has a very homely feel and I am sure the residents appreciate that. The home is very quick to identify any special needs for residents and is well supported by the local health authority. I highly recommend Rathmore House.
Thank you very much for reviewing Rathmore House. We are delighted to hear our Home Manager and Staff care, support and assist. We will share your comments with our staff members to let them know how good they are. It is hugely appreciated. We will ensure that we continue to provide a high level of service.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 14 April 2018Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 06 Aug 2016Recipient: C&C
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Meet the Team (2)

Sheriff has worked in the health and social care sector for over 15 years in various positions, managing mental health services, residential care homes, and nursing homes.
A trainer and mentor in the application of Positive Behaviour Support and an experienced practitioner, Sheriff is well-versed in supporting service users with varying needs, including Learning Disabilities and psychological and behavioural concerns.
Sheriff has a great passion for the residents and loves to make a difference in their lives. He achieves this with empathy, patience, kindness, and the utmost respect and is dedicated to fostering a culture of growth, resilience, and inclusivity.

I have over 26 years’ experience in the health and social care sector, with the Registered Manager Award and NVQ Level 4 and have worked in various managerial roles.
I have had the pleasure of working at Rathmore House for 21 years, it is a beautiful Grade 2 listed building with a lovely homely atmosphere. I have been in my present post as Deputy Manager for 10 years, I have various knowledge, skills and experience I can bring to my role along with providing support to my manager, staff team, residents their relatives/friends and multidiscipline teams.
I have worked with various client groups over this time but have a particular interest and really passionate when it comes to working with people living with dementia. Along with all other staff in the home our aim is to provide our residents with a high standard of care and services, meeting their individual needs whilst encouraging and enabling them to maintain their independence and quality of life.
I am passionate about developing and empowering others to provide the best care to our residents and in reaching their own personal potential, whilst promoting and delivering our organisations values and objectives.
I have various hobbies and interests; interior design, DIY, reading, politics, music, travelling and most importantly socialising with friends and family, I like to incorporate these into my work when and where possible.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rathmore House
What types of Care is Rathmore House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Rathmore House have?
There are 20 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Rathmore House?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Rathmore House to the centre of London?
3.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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