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They focus on minimising symptoms and enhancing well-being with the highly trained team, supported by a full-time Specialist Paramedic and Qualified Prescriber who are dedicated to managing complex care needs with expertise.
The extensive Activities Team designs personalised activities to engage and stimulate residents. Additionally, an on-site Physiotherapist collaborates with the Clinical Team to address mobility requirements.
Care Provided by Larchfield House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 98 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
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Contact Larchfield 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
Owner
- H Plus Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- George Radoicovici(General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 30+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2006
- Last Refurbishment: 2021
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (94)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (94)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Parking
- There is good provision for onsite parking
Larchfield House Reviews (116)
Larchfield House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.872) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Larchfield House has 116 reviews.
We are extremely pleased with the care that mum receives at Larchfield House. The professionalism of all the staff is exemplary - from the owner, managers, all the carers and the office staff. We feel that mum is treated with dignity and is dealt with in a kind, friendly manner - even on the occasions when she is being difficult.
I have noticed, however, that in that time, the care home has improved considerably. Reception is more welcoming and the food is improving all the time.
Thank you to your caring staff.
Very pleasant and caring staff.
The services are very good and the staff are so kind in their approach. He is always clean and well presented. So much appreciated.
My wife used Larchfield House 2 years ago and it has gone from a not very good home to the now bright delightful home it is now. Very clean and bright lovely caring staff. I'm not certain what activities you do with the residents but it would be good if you told the visitors what you do for the residents. Things like singing, dancing and playing games to keep them active and entertained.
In the 6 weeks that Mum has been resident in Larchfield House her mobility and health has improved. We attribute this to the fact that she is very well cared for and that her eating, weight and health are monitored. The resident's portal on the website is an excellent tool that enables us to see her daily activities, care, emotional and physical wellbeing - it provides us with the reassurance that we need if we are not int he local area and able to visit her. One of the reasons that we chose Larchfield House is that we felt it would be a lovely environment for the family to visit Mum. We have not been disappointed! The grandchildren and great-grandchildren enjoy visiting Mum and find Larchfield House very welcoming and friendly. The entire family have been very well supported and accurate help and advice have always been given, when requested.
Mum has been here now for just over 3 weeks, in that time I have been in most days and have met most of the carers involved in mums care and the other residents care. I have found them to be extremely efficient and friendly with a welcoming manner and a willingness to help wherever possible. I must say they have all made mums stay to date an enjoyable experience for us as a family as well as for mum. We feel that our decision to place mum here was one of our best decisions, and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone.
Have always been very happy with the level of care given and especially recently when my Mum was not well, the staff were all truly wonderful. So kind and caring really cannot thank them enough.
Thank you very much.
Good experience. Would recommend to anyone who needs the type of care provided.
Fantastic care home. Staff are very friendly and the facility is clean. All patients seem well looked after and the daily activities are excellent.
Having visited many care homes in the local area my father's wife and I became despondent at finding anywhere to place him long term as his dementia progressed. My dad needed nursing care as well as dementia care and despite what some other care homes say, they are not really equipped to provide such a service or where it is, it is inadequate. So it was almost as a last resort that my dad was offered respite care at Larchfield, which has now become residential care.
It is horrible to put a loved one into residential care but when it is the only choice, I cannot think of a better place than Larchfield House. The care and attention offered to my dad has been extraordinary and on my first very apprehensive visit I watched a young carer care so gently for an elderly lady whilst she was asleep I thought, well if the staff take that amount of care for someone who is asleep, I was sure they would provide an equal amount of care when they were awake. Thank you so much!
Since my husband returned to Larchfield after some weeks in hospital there has been a significant improvement in his condition. He is well cared for, his personal hygiene is well taken care of, ie clean shaven, hair brushed, clean clothes etc. The nursing and caring staff are always kind, patient, good-humoured and friendly and I have great admiration for them all. We recently celebrated our diamond wedding anniversary with a tea party at Larchfield and the staff could not have been more kind and helpful. My husband also enjoys his food and looks well.
We are very happy with the home. They are very accommodating. Staff are very good and accommodating.
A caring, friendly atmosphere and kind staff.
The staff are so kind and always helpful. My mother seems happy and content and very settled. The home always informs us if there are any problems, or if my mum has any illness. My brother and I are more than happy with the care my mother receives. The staff do an amazing job! Thank you.
The family would like to thank the Team Leader and Carer on Thames Unit for the care they gave to our Dad under very difficult circumstances. He was sent back from hospital still with a chest infection and in great pain and they were very kind and caring.
As a family, we are so grateful and pleased with the staff. My father is on Avon and the care and kindness he receives from all the staff at Larchfield House. Thank you all so much.
Attending care review. Very happy with care and attention. Provided to our mum. She is happy and well looked after.
Larchfield is a comfortable home. I am very pleased with the standard of care. It is clean and all staff are warm and caring. I visit my mother every day for the last 4 1/2 years. It's perfect.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 07 February 2025Good
- 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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News (1) & Events (0)
- 05 Sep 2024
We're thrilled to share our Summer Newsletter, showcasing Larchfield House’s commitment to innovation and exceptional care! Inside, you'll find: • New Care Initiatives • Heartwarming Success Stories • Staff Spotlights...
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Meet the Team (3)

Monica is a highly qualified nurse with many years of senior experience, her focus is the patient/resident first approach. She is dedicated, and loyal and takes her responsibilities very seriously. She is a great advocate of developing the team and training them to grow and enhance their skills.

Akshay is a highly qualified Physiotherapist who has practised in India and then moved to the UK in 2021 to pursue his Master’s which he completed at Salford University. Akshay has a wide range of expertise and is a Specialist in Neuro Physiotherapy, Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. He is an experienced assessor helping patients with complicated and diverse conditions and is now looking to use his knowledge to provide tailored therapeutic care techniques to support our residents with their daily lifestyle and physical rehabilitation. He is a Registered member of the Healthcare and Professional Council as well as a member of The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

Myra currently serves as our Clinical Compliance Manager. She holds a pivotal position in maintaining elevated standards while also offering training in Dementia Care to recently onboarded Care Assistants. Having moved from the Philippines in 2010, she has progressed from a Care Assistant to a Senior Carer before advancing to the role of Team Leader.
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