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Nightingale Hammerson is a leading specialist in residential care for the Jewish community.
They offer world-class holistic care in a safe, stimulating environment at Nightingale House in Clapham. Their individually tailored service offers a ‘home from home’ – with kind, compassionate residential, nursing, dementia, respite and palliative care.
They go to every effort to make the home friendly and personalised, where residents enjoy living and their families are happy visiting.
Residents are able...
Care Provided by Nightingale House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 115 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
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Residents fees are agreed based on their care needs and room, with an additional cost for premium rooms
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Nightingale House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Nightingale 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Nightingale Hammerson
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Clemence Muchingaguyo(Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
- Jewish faith or background only
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (110)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (110)
Visiting
- To visit please call or email the reception team will welcome you on arrival.
Parking
- There is onsite parking
Nightingale House Reviews (19)
Nightingale House has a Review Score of 8.4 (8.448) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Nightingale House has 19 reviews.
I have been in Nightingale for more than 10 years. I know this was a good decision after living, working and retiring in New York City for 54 good years. I decided I could no longer live on my own and care for myself! Since coming into Nightingale Care Home I have gained the two stones I lost in NYC, feel well cared for, met some interesting and kind people, enjoy an occasional game of bridge, read a book or two, enjoy our beautiful garden here, some good discussions and several more activities if one desires them. La vie est bonne and relaxing. At age 98 years old I give my deep gratitude for a full and happy life.
Thank you for your kind words about the care you receive from the team, we are so glad you enjoy your life at Nightingale House.
The care given to my parents at Nightingale is outstanding. All the carers are incredibly caring and understanding of the issues my parents face and make the rest of the family feel included in their care.
Thank you for your kind words about the care given to your parents and your family. Our team enjoy spending time with them both and are proud that you feel they are so well cared for.
My husband was transferred to Nightingale after 4/52 in an emergency ward. He was able to walk with assistance until his hospital stay. Nightingale not only got him more mobile, but he seemed to be more alive than for a long time after a few weeks of rehab. He was amazingly well looked after there by all the kind staff. He was happy and joined in the many activities. He died quickly and peacefully. They, the team, did him and me proud! Highly recommend!
Thank you for your kind words about Harold's time at Nightingale House. It was wonderful to get to know you both and your daughters. It was a real privilege to support Harold during his last few days. Please stay in touch and know that you are always part of the Nightingale family and can visit at any time.
Excellent. However there is a problem to have buses to take you out.
Thank you, Basil, for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you are so happy at Nightingale House.
We appreciate your feedback regarding transport. While we understand that arranging bus outings can sometimes be challenging, our team is always happy to support Residents in...
Last week my brother in law and I attended a very special evening with my mother, a resident at Nightingale. It was a dinner commemorating Passover. The room was bright and welcoming with the advantage of many glass doors overlooking gardens. Books were provided for us to follow a service given by the very experienced and joyful resident Rabbi and we all enjoyed very much. Following the service we had a beautiful dinner of either vegan or meat served by the very able and caring staff of Nightingale. There was plenty to drink also. Nothing was too much trouble. Nightingale, thank you for such a lovely evening. It was so very special to be able to enjoy this evening with our mother, a truly memorable occasion.
Thank you so much for joining your Mum at the dinner. We are so pleased that you enjoyed it. Thank you for your kind words.
Our mother was beautifully cared for. Not just with great professional skill but with warmth and love. Nightingale is a special place- busy, life affirming, they do things properly but with great informality and humanity. Her end of life was managed with perfect care and dignity and support for the family.
Thank you for your review and kind words. It was a privilege to care for your mother. She is very much missed by our teams.
I needed rehab following surgery for a hip replacement. Nightingale House put me well on the road to recovery.
I am so pleased that we were able to help your recovery. It was a pleasure to have you stay with us.
The help, advice and personal involvement by the staff is invaluable. One of the staff is an absolute gem and must be irreplaceable. His care and attitude are quite extraordinary.
Thank you ever so much for your review. will share your comments with the team who I know will be very happy to hear of your kind words and will take great comfort in knowing you are also happy with our provision of care. Do let let us know if there is anything more we can do to ensure we continue to offer your wife, and yourself, our best care. With best wishes.
As a long-term volunteer helping with activities, I am constantly reminded of the dedication, care and patience shown by every person I come into contact with towards the residents. They really do go the extra mile to keep them engaged and stimulated in whatever way works for each resident's needs and interests.
Thank you very much for taking the time to review Nightingale House. This really helps others when considering a care home for their own care or for their loved ones, and for us to improve all that we do when caring for our Residents. We are so pleased your overall experience of our home is rated at 5 stars and we note your feedback in other areas.
To early to make any significant opinions but treated with respect and care.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the team at Nightingale House.
Nightingale House sets the bar on how, in my opinion, all care homes should be for our elderly. The care is exemplary in every way. The facilities are fantastic. It is such a comfort to know my mother is here.
Thank you ever so much for the wonderful review. Our team will be overjoyed to read your lovely words.
We couldn't wish for more - caring, experienced staff, lots of activities, a smashing new CEO - everything is fine.
Thank you ever much for taking the time to leave a review for Nightingale House. We are so pleased that you and your cousin's experience is positive and you are happy with the care that our wonderful care teams provide. Do let us know if there is anything more we can do to further support your cousin and family.
My husband went into Nightingale House Hammerson in May. When he arrived he was welcomed by staff at the door and given a welcome card. From that moment I knew I had made the right care home choice for my husband. The staff in his household have been excellent. Not only caring for my husband, but if ever I am upset they spend time chatting to me, which makes me feel better. Every time I go whenever I pass anyone who works or volunteers at Nightingale House Hammerson, they always say hello. This makes me feel part of the Home and not just a wife that visits her husband. The staff provide us with updates, are patient and caring with my husband. Although he can't tell me, I know he has settled in well as he has always got a smile for the carers. The facilities and activities are excellent and while my husband can, I or the staff take him to them.
Thank you ever so much for your review and your kind words about our home and care team. It is also good to hear that you feel welcome and part of our wonderful community.
My mother stayed at Nightingale House for 3 weeks while I was on holiday and, once she was back in her flat, she realised that she would much prefer to be living there. She missed the company and the environment. Mum has been there for 3 years and, now 99, I feel that she has hardly deteriorated in that time. I attribute that to the friendliness and encouragement of staff, the range of activities, access to beautiful gardens and interaction with other residents, who have become her friends. Nightingale management realised the importance of family visits during Covid and put great efforts into creating a successful and safe system, for which we were very grateful.
We are so happy to hear about your mother's and wider family's really positive experience of Nightingale House. Family visits are hugely important to everyone right now, including staff; we love to welcome them and to see the happiness that visits bring to our residents. Thank you for your review and look forward to seeing you soon.
Our centenarian Aunt's previous care home in Highgate closed unexpectedly and we (my sister and I) were extremely pleased that Nightingale House could find a place for our Aunt. The move was obviously difficult and traumatic, especially during covid. Everyone has been very helpful and kind.
We are so pleased that we can be here for your family and it is good to know that our teams have been helpful during what can be a difficult time and transition for some. It is also really good to hear that you have experienced our teams' kindness during your aunt's move to Nightingale House. Thank you for letting us know.
The health and care administered to my wife are centred on her. The organisation of the multi-discipline teams allows for my wives needs to be recognised, monitored and met with regular and ad hoc reviews which follow changes in her condition. The establishment generates a family feel to the care given and the whole package enables my family to sleep at night knowing my wife is well looked after.
Thank you very much for your positive feedback. To us, it is really important to be able to give comfort and peace of mind to the families and loved ones of residents who are in our care - residents' families are very much part of our community and it is wonderful to hear that you have this experience.
Very well managed transfer of relative from another care home which was closing. Admin and care staff did their utmost to ensure a smooth transition in difficult circumstances (Covid limited etc).
Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased to hear that the transfer of your relative from a previous home to Nightingale House went well. Do let us know if there is anything more we can do for your family to ensure your relative's stay with us is the best it can be.
I could not be more pleased with Nightingale House. They are quite simply excellent and I cannot recommend them highly enough.
Thank you so much for your kind words - they will mean a lot to everyone at Nightingale House.
My dear aunt has been living at Nightingale House for nearly 3 years. Before that, my mother was lovingly cared for in her final years with dementia. The care has been exceptional with great attention to detail. A lot of effort is made to encourage the residents to continue with interests and hobbies. My aunt loves reading and poetry. She has had one to one discussions about poetry with a wonderful volunteer and has had considerable help using her Alexa device to listen to talking books. Before the pandemic, she also took part in a French discussion group. She is also helped every week to make contact with her relatives and friends via face-time by another volunteer. The home is beautifully kept with attractive public areas, a lovely garden and a cafe.
So lovely to hear that your aunt has been busy enjoying her time with us at Nightingale House. Our engagement team are a truly wonderful group of individuals who always go above and beyond to keep residents actively involved with hobbies and interests they enjoy.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 17 January 2023Outstanding
- CaringOutstanding
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- SafeGood
- Well-ledOutstanding
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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (2) & Events (0)
- 18 Dec 2024
We are thrilled to announce that Nightingale Hammerson has won the Care Home Group (small) Award at the 2024 National Care Awards. This achievement is a true testament to our...
- 11 Dec 2024
We are thrilled to announce Nightingale Hammerson has been named 2024 London Regional Care Home Employer of the Year at The Great British Care Awards. This prestigious recognition honours the...
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Awards / Recognitions (13)
- 13 Sep 2024Recipient: Nightingale House
- 01 Jul 2024Recipient: Nightingale House
- 29 Mar 2024Recipient: Nightingale House
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Nightingale House.
Meet the Team (3)

I am the Registered Manager for Nightingale House, and my role has legal accountability for the care and safety of our Residents. I joined Nightingale House in 2011 as a Registered Nurse, providing nursing care to Residents. Within 18 months I had the opportunity to move on to a 39 bedded Nursing Dementia unit as a Manager. In 2014, I commissioned a 28 bedded specialist and purpose-built dementia household for Residents living with complex and advanced stages of dementia.
My responsibilities included the provision of high-quality and compassionate care for Residents living with advanced dementia, leading a team of nurses and carers and taking on and mentoring student nurses as sign-off mentors. I also had the responsibility of Nutrition and Hydration Lead for the Home. As part of my role, I was a part of the Pre-admission Assessment team, assessing and making decisions for care placement.
In 2017, I took on the dual role of Head of Nursing and Manager for a 40 bedded Nursing dementia unit. I was responsible for a Care Team of 70 Team Members comprising Carers, Senior Carers, Nurses, and an Activity Co-ordinator. I also oversaw the recruitment and professional development of Nurses, mentoring and signing off student nurses on clinical placement.
In 2021, I moved into a strategic and planning role and became office based. My responsibilities include providing oversight of all care for Residents, workforce requirements, reporting to regulatory bodies and coordination and communication with various departments and external health professionals.
Additionally, I am also responsible for implementing and following up on changes from the Department of Health and Social Care and providing guidance and supervision to managers while retaining accountability for the overall care and safety of Residents.

My career began when I qualified as a General Registered Nurse. After a short period in the acute sector, I specialised in the care of older people and since then have never looked back. I went on to specialise in Health Services Management with the Royal College of Nursing and completed a Master’s degree in Public Health.
I have worked across Health and Social Care with some great corporate brands, and this is where I cemented my leadership skills before joining Jewish Care at the end of 2017.
I have also won several awards; perhaps the two that I’m most proud of are the Wise Woman in Leadership Award by Faith Magazine in 2015 and, most recently, the Health & Social Care Leader of the Year 2021 by Black Women in Care.
As a leader, I enjoy influencing others positively, connecting with people, problem-solving, motivating colleagues and empowering Teams to deliver great results. Most of all, I enjoy mentoring and coaching.

When I joined Nightingale Hammerson as CEO in July 2022, I knew I was joining an organisation that had an incredible reputation for providing exceptional care. Seeing this in practice is a great privilege.
The Care sector remains a challenging environment to operate in. However, we remain fully committed to providing the best care to the most vulnerable in our community and in spite of the financial pressure, find innovative and effective ways to ensure our Residents lead fulfilling lives, have a sense of purpose and feel loved and cared for in our Homes.
It is important that our Teams recognise that every role is hugely valued in Nightingale Hammerson. I am determined to remain hands-on and support the team to deliver care to the best of our ability. I know that I could not do my role without the incredible Care and Support Teams so I prioritise ensuring they are well cared for so they can provide exceptional care to our Residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nightingale House
What types of Care is Nightingale House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Nightingale House have?
There are 110 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Nightingale House?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, 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 Nightingale House to the centre of London?
3.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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