Care Provided by Houndswood House Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 50 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Contact Houndswood House Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Care Plus & Complete Care (UK) Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Febin Sadhat (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Room Information
- Single Rooms (50)
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Houndswood House Care Home Reviews (91)
8.5
Houndswood House Care Home has a Review Score of 8.5 (8.460) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Houndswood House Care Home has 91 reviews.
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Review from Cathryn L (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My mother only stayed at Houndswood House for just over a week before she passed away. The staff were very kind and polite to her and me. She had settled in well and seemed happy. It was a shame that she never got to join in more and mix with more people (due to Covid restrictions) or of course live longer as it seemed to be giving her a new lease of life.
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Review from D Z (Nephew of Resident) published on 15 September 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My uncle has been at Houndswood House for one year, during his time he has been well looked after and cared for. The staff and management have gone out of their way to make him feel comfortable and allowed him the freedom of the grounds. They have adjusted to his needs and kept us (family) in the loop at any stage of his care. I would recommend this home as they managed well despite Covid restrictions.
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Review from Joan S (Resident / Service User) published on 16 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I used to come here with my daughter when my husband was here then I came with her to choose a room. I love this room it's so cosy with a very large bathroom, the day and night carers are so kind and the nurses and the cleaning staff. I have made friends with the residents in the lounge. The activities lady is excellent and gives us exercises with balloons etc., what I like are the quizzes. Staff in the offices are very helpful and the nurses, day and night, and the receptionist.
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Review from Miriam M (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 16 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Very good visit with Mum. Well organised, we were made to feel welcome.
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Review from Andi S (Nephew of Resident) published on 10 June 2021 Submitted via Website•
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Every time I came to visit my great aunt, staff always very helpful, impromptu window visits, PPE always to hand, nothing was a problem. Aunt always looked after, clean, happy to the end.
I always left happy in the knowledge that she was comfortable and cared for.
I always left happy in the knowledge that she was comfortable and cared for.
Thank you all for the care you gave both my late great aunt and uncle.
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Review from Claire C (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 June 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Kind, caring and helpful. As a family, we are very happy with the care and attention our father is given.
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Review from Gwen H (Wife of Resident) published on 20 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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With Covid restrictions, I have seen little inside the care home. My husband was made welcome and helped on arrival. Staff are helpful but very busy. My husband sometimes looks unshaven and untidy. He is fed and given drinks and kept comfortable.
↩Reply from Olivia Shields, Marketing Assistant at Houndswood House Care Home
Thank you, Gwen, for taking the time to leave us feedback. One of our top priorities is to provide comfort into the home so all residents feel welcomed, so we are delighted to hear that our team were able to make your husband feel comfortable and welcomed on arrival. To maintain the respect and...
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Review from J W (Friend of Resident) published on 12 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Staff greeted me - knew why I was there.
Lateral flow test administered smoothly.
Access to PPE inside front door.
All efforts made to facilitate a friendly and undisturbed visit, including tea!
Lateral flow test administered smoothly.
Access to PPE inside front door.
All efforts made to facilitate a friendly and undisturbed visit, including tea!
Well-run and calm.
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Review from Edward G (Son of Resident) published on 12 October 2020 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Clean, tidy and friendly environment. We looked at many different care homes, Houndswood is load and shoulders above the majority.
↩Reply from Olivia Shields, Marketing Assistant at Houndswood House Care Home
Thank you for sharing your recent experience of our home. We are pleased that it has been so positive. Take care.
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Review from M A (Sister of Resident) published on 12 October 2020 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The staff are extremely helpful and caring. My sister is well looked after, and she is very happy here.
↩Reply from Olivia Shields, Marketing Assistant at Houndswood House Care Home
Thank you for your wonderful feedback about our home. We are pleased to hear that your experience has been positive and appreciate all of your kind comments about our team. Take care.
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Review from P K (Son of Resident) published on 9 October 2020 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The staff are extremely friendly, helpful and professional. They have looked after my mum with kindness and compassion throughout her stay.
↩Reply from Olivia Shields, Marketing Assistant at Houndswood House Care Home
Thank you for letting us know how we are doing at Houndswood House Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.
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Review from Keith M (Son of Resident) published on 23 September 2020 Submitted via Website•
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They have done extremely well to keep residents COVID free. During lockdown they’ve regularly updated me and also made the effort to call me so that I can talk with my mother. And when I visited last Monday I was very impressed with their protective procedures to keep COVID free.
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Review from Vicky (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 18 September 2020 Submitted via Website•
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My sister-in-law has been in Houndswood House Nursing Home for the past three months. Her entry into the home for me, during this Pandemic, with visits from families being so restricted due to COVID, have been extremely frustrating. I chose H H as I live nearby and I wanted to be able to see her regularly. Based in one of the Countries most exclusive areas of Hertfordshire, with easy access to London, the M1 and M25 motorways for visitors. I know the home has gone through some major refurbishment and changes over recent years. IT and technology is good. So I have learnt a great deal of how things are in the home via my sister-in-law. She has excellent mental capacity but sadly now requires nursing care. I am told, the manager tours the home seeing residents regularly on a daily basis, which is an excellent sign. During my last visit, she said I am very happy here, all the staff are very kind towards me and I feel like I am in a 5* hotel. What more can I ask for? Thank you to everyone at Houndswood House.
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Review from A R (Resident / Service User) published on 18 June 2020 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Staff are very willing, management staff not always available - except to my relatives! Food is mediocre. Being under these circumstances, I would not have been here for this long, happy to go, but pretty well card for. I'm sure the facilities would be marvellous under different circumstances.
↩Reply from Olivia Shields, Marketing Assistant at Houndswood House Care Home
Thank you very much for your review. It was nice having you in our home during the pandemic with all its restrictions which affected some of the usual daily routines of the home. We are sorry your dining experience was not to your expectations, we always aim to offer a quality and varied dietary...
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Review from Chantal A (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 May 2020 Submitted via Website•
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My mother has been at Houndswood House Care Home for the last 10 months. She entered with the onset of dementia which has gradually over time deteriorated. The staff which includes all staff whether nursing, administrative or peripheral staff are some of the most caring, polite, helpful and thoughtful people that I have had the pleasure to meet.
From every angle, I have been kept informed of all decisions etc relating to my mother. She is incredibly happy there - as much as it is possible for her to be and I am so grateful to all at Houndswood for their ongoing care and support to my mother, which during the current circumstances of the lockdown is incredibly difficult for them. They are trying to maintain as much contact as possible with family members and I am continuously being called to talk to my mother via videocall. This is not ideal but with the present situation, it is the best solution.
From every angle, I have been kept informed of all decisions etc relating to my mother. She is incredibly happy there - as much as it is possible for her to be and I am so grateful to all at Houndswood for their ongoing care and support to my mother, which during the current circumstances of the lockdown is incredibly difficult for them. They are trying to maintain as much contact as possible with family members and I am continuously being called to talk to my mother via videocall. This is not ideal but with the present situation, it is the best solution.
I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Houndswood House to anyone.
↩Reply from Iolanda Lucci, BDM at Houndswood House Care Home
Thank you for your kind words, I will be sure to share this with the team at Houndswood House.
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Review from M W (Son of Resident) published on 9 March 2020 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My father was taken care of extremely well, with great consideration.
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Review from L S (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card•
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All the staff at Houndswood House I have found to be very friendly, caring and professional. When visiting we are made to feel welcome, which is really nice, and I am happy to know, my father is safe and cared for.
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Review from C S (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 8 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The quality of care and compassion shown by all the staff at Houndswood House is exceptional. Their dedication and expertise sometimes needing a lot of patience os very apparent.
Well done to all.
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Review from K W (Day Care Service User) published on 8 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Mum's been in Houndswood House for nine years, and we are happy with the home, the staff and the management. I am also really happy with the excellent activities provided.
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Review from Jane F (Niece of Resident) published on 16 October 2019 Submitted via Website•
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My Aunt resides at Houndswood House, she has a beautiful room with a large window and wet room that services her needs very well. All the staff are extremely helpful, professional and polite, they keep me informed of all things relating to my Aunt and invite me up to their review meetings and open days which are always very well attended. My Aunt is receiving the best care possible at Houndswood House as far as I am concerned, and they cater to her every need as best they can. The grounds surrounding the house are also very well kept and my Aunt enjoys sitting in the conservatory watching the wildlife outside every day.
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Date: 13 October 2025Overall
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- 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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