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All bedrooms are tastefully and comfortably furnished with television, telephone points and 24-hour nurse call system – many are en-suite, some with showers. Residents are encouraged to personalise the bedroom.
Food is cooked freshly on site by the...
Care Provided by St Mary's Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 86 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Contact St Mary's 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
Owner
- St Mary's Care Home
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Priscilla Chibanda(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (82)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (64)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Visiting
- Visits available, Lateral flow Test required and Testing available on site in POD.
Parking
- Private Parking available on site
St Mary's Care Home Reviews (59)
St Mary's Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.945) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Mary's Care Home has 59 reviews.
I think St Mary's Care home is a very welcoming and friendly home. A family member was fortunately placed here by the NHS, and will hopefully stay long term. During his four month stay, he has received the highest levels of care and support.
I have visited on different days of the week and there is always a happy feel about the place; it feels like a home and staff and residents like extended family.All the staff are positive, happy and engage personally with the residents during quiet times and while undertaking daily activities, exercise or at snack-time, treating them with dignity and respect.
It is so lovely having the chapel on-site for regular Mass attendance. Socially, the visiting singer is very popular and boosts everyone's feel good factor.Cleanliness is excellent and management are visible.
Highly recommended!
My partner was transferred to St Mary's Care Home from hospital for palliative care following a severe stroke. St Mary's staff, both nursing and administrative, made him, and me very welcome and have provided expert, pro-active and friendly care ever since. As a result my partner is enjoy as good a quality of life as is possible in the circumstances about eighteen months after admission. I am kept fully informed of any changes in his condition and we are both involved in treatment decisions. His light and sunny room is kept spotlessly clean. I visit regularly and am always made welcome.
Staff were readily available to cater for my sister's needs and were always happy to take on board suggestions, for example turning meals into Puree form when eating became a struggle. Moreover staff were not only attentive to my sister but also towards guests who came to visit in her final weeks and days. I am most grateful for this as was my sister. I always received updates on her condition and was able to be with her for her final hours, which is very much appreciated. The accommodation provided to my sister was excellent and I would rate St Mary's 10/10.
Well done everybody.
From the initial viewing and being shown around, I knew we didn't need to look at any further homes, even though this was the first one we'd been to see. It was such an easy decision and the whole transition from start to finish took place within 3 days.
In such a short space of time, I've watched my Mother regain her confidence and shine AGAIN, which I never thought would be possible after being housebound for 3 1/2 years. I'm so grateful and thankful to each and everyone of the 'AMAZING' team and know things can only go from strength to strength.
I would definitely 100% highly recommend this awesome care home, without any hesitation, it's second to none!
St Mary's Care Home is a truly wonderful care home, everyone that works here from the domestic staff, housekeeping, carers all the way up to management and the owners of St Mary's are amazing, nothing is too much trouble and the staff go above and beyond to make sure all residents are happy and content and I am so grateful that due to the level of care I have received from day one I have got my lif back and for the first time in 18 years I feel positive about the future and that is 100% down to the care St Mary's provide to all residents. It is an amazing care home.
My mother was only at St Mary's for a short period of time but from the moment she arrived the care, consideration and compassion was evident. There is a lovely community and friendly feel to St Mary's and all the staff inspire confidence and warmth. I can't praise the nursing and care professionals highly enough and would highly recommend St Mary's to anyone
Since my mother has been admitted to St Mary's Care home, she has shown a marked improvement in her health and wellbeing. She looks far better than she did previously and has put on weight, something I was unable to achieve at home whilst she lived with me. She has become more responsive and aware, curious about what is happening around her. The staff have been wonderful, professional, courteous, friendly and always cheerful whenever I have been to visit my mum. Thank you to the staff and management for the excellent care given to my mother.
My 96 year old mom needs 24/7 residential care for both her dementia and daily care needs. Having spent some respite care in some, we feel we are very very fortunate to have managed to secure a spot for her on a long term basis at St Mary's. The placement officer was our first point of contact. Super helpful, caring and knowledgeable about the needs of individuals who are senior and suffer with dementia. She took time to try and match mom with the most suitable room in the home. Mom is very happily settled after a few weeks. The team at St Mary's are quite incredible. Kind, always cheerful and pro-active. From admin, to clinical and maintenance staff members. Absolutely everyone made us feel so welcome. Including Bunty, a gorgeous Staffy that visits on occasion. Mom loves the gardens which are in full bloom at the moment, and enjoys the live singing sessions and vintage movie screenings. Mass twice a week in the on site chapel is what she cherishes the most though. Thank you St Mary's!
Since then she has settled nicely and become much healthier with all her needs looked after. The whole team are fabulous, keeping me informed and included in all the key decisions knowing that I live some distance from the care home, making visiting much trickier. When I need to phone for any reason, I am always greeted with a cheery and responsive outcome. Nothing is too much trouble. It is very reassuring to know that she is settled and well looked after. I/We couldn't ask for more.
excellent and enjoys a glass of wine. What has impressed me is that the staff are respectful and include her in activities such as putting up decorations. When I visited we sat in the lovely orangery, with lemons an oranges hanging off the branches. It has views of the garden and yet is sunny and warm. We both enjoyed sitting there. There is a cinema
which she had visited and I am always made to feel welcome. There always seems to be
something going on, in particular dancing twice a week!
The minute you step through the beautiful reception area it feels like you're in a first class hotel (but with better security). Next thing you notice is warmth and positive energy and that comes from the staff. Every staff member we encounter is smiling and not just for me. The staff actually enjoy their job and being with the residents who are relaxed and happy. So many homes I've visited look like glorified hospital wings but St Mary's clearly thought about the layout of the place and the importance of social space. It even smells positive which reflects the good cleanliness and mindfulness there.
Astonishing standards from all staff; cheerful, knowledgeable, caring and very organised.
The care staff provide also extends to the resident's visitors.The residents are treated with respect and are encouraged to take part in activities. It is very uplifting to see the joy residents experience during the music sessions in particular. Staff carry out their duties in a very agreeable manner. No effort is spared for special occasions such as milestone birthday.
My dad has been living here about 2 years and he has always been happy and cared for when I visit.
The comfort and facilities in my room and elsewhere in the care home are first class.
My wife has been a resident since February 2024 at St Marys. The staff including carers, nurses and management are all very friendly and very professional, it's a very relaxed atmosphere and all the staff are approachable if you have any questions. The decor and rooms are adequate with light colours giving a calming feeling. The home has an excellent restaurant and bar and also entertainment twice a week, on the whole, I would say St Marys is very good.
In the 18 months since my sister has been here. The improvement has been immense. She is cared for very well and all the staff on the first floor are very kind and friendly. She has been receiving physio and has improved physically. Long may it continue. The staff deserve all the praise they can get.
I cannot thank the staff enough for their commitment and hard work, every single one of them has been amazing. There is not a place in the world I would rather my mum to be.
Since coming to St Mary's the improvement in my sister's health both physically and mentally, has been nothing but extraordinary. She has had a complete transformation in her behaviour and this I directly attribute to her placement in a home where the care has been second to none. My sister has some very challenging issues which needed to be addressed and I am so pleased the staff persisted and brought her to a point where she continues to improve.
It is clean and safe and the meals are good. There are various activities for the residents where the staff are hands-on with motivating residents and I have always felt welcome. There is continuity of staff which is great. All very good at St Mary's.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 20 August 2022Good
- 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
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Awards / Recognitions (8)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: St Mary's Care Home
- 05 Mar 2024Recipient: St Mary's Care Home
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: St Mary's Care Home
Meet the Team (3)

every resident at St Mary’s. Her empathetic nature and professionalism are unmatched. Which enables her to
provide not only the best physical care but also, very gentle and compassionate care.

Discharge Officer for the NHS at St George's Hospital. Her prior experience has equipped her well for her career at
St Mary’s. Her role is to ensure new and existing residents have a smooth transition into the home as well as
supporting families and residents throughout their stay.

She has previously served in directorial and management
positions at other care homes. Her main objective is to ensure that the highest standards of care are continued to be met within the home.
Frequently Asked Questions about St Mary's Care Home
What types of Care is St Mary's Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Alcohol / Drug Misuse are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does St Mary's Care Home have?
There are 82 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at St Mary's Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is St Mary's Care Home to the centre of London?
5.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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