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Care Provided by Leighton Forest
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- 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 85 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
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Our fees are based on a thorough assessment of each resident’s individual needs, ensuring that the level of care and support provided is tailored appropriately.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Leighton Forest for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Leighton Forest 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
- Pressbeau Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Nicole Mann(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (85)
Visiting
- Visiting hours are flexible to suit the needs of residents and their families. You’re welcome to visit at any time, with no set time limit. The team kindly ask that visitors are mindful of residents’ comfort during the later hours of the evening.
Parking
- Ample complimentary parking is provided for the comfort and convenience of guests.
Leighton Forest Reviews (30)
Leighton Forest has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.896) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Leighton Forest has 30 reviews.
My mum was transferred to Leighton Forest from a dreadful care home. I only wished my mum had come here straight away from the hospital after a fall. The staff are lovely and caring and my mum loves it here. I truly believe that Leighton Forest will get my mum walking again. I am very happy with the care my mum is getting. Thank you.
We are happy to have your Mum with us and so glad she enjoys our home.
Following Dad being discharged from the hospital, Leighton Forest was suggested as the best place for his needs. Although he was only there for 3 weeks before he died, he was looked after with care and dignity. The staff were all lovely to Dad and the family.
Thank you for your kind words, we are happy to have provided you Dad with our care before his sad passing.
My dad who was extremely against going there for a respite stay settled in very quickly and enjoyed his time there.
Thanks to all the staff he is a lot better now and is able to return home.
It was our pleasure looking after your Dad during his time with us, we are happy that he has been able to return home and wish you both well.
I was transferred from the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital to the Leighton Forest Care Home on 21st May suffering with Terminal Cancer. From the moment I arrived the service and care I have received has been exceptional. The Medical and Caring staff go out of their way to make life easier for me and nothing seems to be too much trouble. My room is very comfortable with all the facilities I need. Caring and Medical staff are available at the press of an alarm button with a prompt response time. Tea and Coffee is served throughout the day. There is a very good and varied choice of food. There is an extensive choice of activities throughout the day for those who wish to participate. Hairdressing is also available once a week. A very professional, caring and pro-active manager leading by example. I would have no hesitation in recommending Leighton Forest.
Hi Dennis, Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are happy that you are being so well looked after with us and are aware of other activities and services we can offer, we look forward to continuing to support you.
My husband was a resident of Leighton Forest for 2 months. During his stay, he received truly excellent care. He was quite a challenge at times but the staff treated him with such tender kindness and patience. No one could have looked after him better. I do not hesitate to recommend Leighton Forest to others searching for excellent care for their loved ones, especially those nearing the end of their lives.
Hi Elizabeth, he was a pleasure to know and missed by us all.
There were a couple of minor issues with the food as Mum is vegetarian and the food choice was repetitive but this was mainly down to my mum being particularly fussy!
Mum loved her stay at Leighton Forest and will definitely return for respite care.
Thank you to everyone involved in Mum's care.
Hi Alison, thank you for your feedback, we are happy that Mum enjoyed her stay with us and we look forward to her return.
Truth is she hasn’t been this happy for a long time. She is more herself now than she has been in years.
The staff are lovely, professional and very supportive. I couldn’t be more relieved and hopeful for a brighter future for Mother and us.
I would recommend Leighton Forest as the right place for your loved one, should the time come.
Thank you for your lovely review, we are so happy your mum has settled with us and is happy here.
I would like to thank all the managers and staff at the home, for the wonderful work they do for my mother and letting us a family get together for her 101st birthday party, I couldn't have wished for a better day. Thank you.
Thank you, it was our pleasure to have all family and friends here to celebrate with your loved one.
I could thoroughly recommend the home.
Since Pressbeau have taken over, the change is like going from a one star to a five star hotel, the refurbishments are lovely and there is a very homely feel within the whole place.
Thank you for your lovely review, we are pleased you are liking our refurbishments and are happy with our delivery of care.
The manager and all the staff are extremely kind and caring, they have listened to us as a family, understanding our loved one and all his ways. Good care being their priority, this has helped 100% during his transition into Leighton Forest and we would like to thank you all for this, he is very happy and joins in with all the many activities. Lots of new social spaces for residents and families to enjoy. Too many things to mention them all.
Leighton Forest has undergone a huge refurbishment, what a mammoth task.
A very caring and homely environment has been created, as a family we could not ask for more, thank you to the manager and all your staff.
Thank you for your very lovely review, you have summed our hopes and vision in this. It is lovely that your loved one is participating in our ongoing activities.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 15 May 2025Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
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- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Pressbeau Ltd
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