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 D D (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The amazing changes that have happened in the last 5 months are incredible. The house is now welcoming, clean and doesn't smell as before. The carers are outstanding. I have known quite a few in the last 6 years and they are like friends. Keep up the good work. The rating for management only refer to many managers so cannot really rate.
↩Reply from Jane Halliday, Regional Manager at Houndswood House Care Home
Thank you for your kind review; I apologise that you only found your engagement with the management Satisfactory and invite you to contact me to discuss this further.
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Review from Delia H (Niece of Resident) published on 5 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Cannot fault the home, staff were helpful and friendly, always found the place clean and tidy.
Staff were friendly and very caring.
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Review from T T (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 1 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Excellent care provided, thorough attention to resident's needs, personal attention given at all times.
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Review from S C (Respite Resident) published on 21 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Given the current financial climate on the sector, I am amazed at the quality of the work. They have thought of a lot of little touches, such as the activities on some afternoons and even some exceptions to late night treats such as sandwiches round out a very good day. If I ever need a nursing home for long-term residence this is the first place I would look. Their care contains love and respect.
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Review from Jackie T (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 May 2018 Submitted via Website•
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The care my father has received at Houndswood House has been outstanding. The staff are friendly and genuinely care about the residents, giving their time and attention at all times. The staff at Houndswood are amazing, right through from the receptionist, who couldn't have been more helpful and friendly, to the carers and nurses, who are outgoing and attentive always. We have been delighted with the care and thoughtfulness that has been shown and will not hesitate to use Houndswood House again for respite care in the future. Thank you to all of you lovely people, I am only sorry that I cannot use names to recognise those of you who have taken extra special care to ensure that dad has even been sat with people who he gets on well with at meal times - your care and understanding has gone a long way to getting him back to 'his old self'. Thank you.
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Review from Robert B (Son of Resident) published on 30 April 2018 Submitted via Website•
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Recently refurbished. The environment has the feel of a 4-star hotel rather than a care home.
Friendly and caring staff who have a good knowledge of the residents.
As a frequent visitor, always receive a warm welcome and update on our family member.
Considerable effort to entertain and engage with the residence on a daily basis.
Friendly and caring staff who have a good knowledge of the residents.
As a frequent visitor, always receive a warm welcome and update on our family member.
Considerable effort to entertain and engage with the residence on a daily basis.
Very pleasant dining area. Beautifully appointed rooms.
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Review from Mike W (Son of Resident) published on 16 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Mum needed respite care for just under 3 weeks. The home made her feel very welcome and everyone was extremely friendly and cheerful. I would have no hesitation in recommending the home to others.
The only small criticism would be the quality of the food, which was rather basic and 'cheap' looking from the meals I saw when visiting Mum in the evenings.
↩Reply from Rebekah Saint, Marketing Executive at Houndswood House Care Home
Thank you Mike for your very positive comments in regard to your mother's stay at Houndswood House, we are delighted that you feel able to recommend our service to others. Thank you also for your comment regarding the dining experience; this is one of our signature elements and I apologise we did...
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Review from Pauline D (Wife of Resident) published on 6 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Care and nursing care are wonderful, not only the way they treat my husband but the respect shown to me by them. They will telephone me if anything is wrong with my husband, doesn't matter how small, they keep me informed.
I am always so welcomed when I visit three times a week that I feel like they are family and I come away after visiting knowing how well he is being looked after and am thankful.
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Review from J S (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Very caring home. Wonderful team who go the extra mile. Care, good, food, excellent. Many activities. Brilliant nursing for those who need this. Refurbished to extremely high standard. Well done to all concerned.
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Review from P H (Son of Resident) published on 21 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Very happy with how mum is looked after. Unfortunate that there are building works. Everything is kept clean and tidy. Thank you.
↩Reply from Tessa Matthews, Marketing Manager at Houndswood House Care Home
Thank you for letting us know that you are happy with your mum's care. We are hopeful that the refurbishment will soon be finished, providing a lovely environment for everyone living at Houndswood House. Fantastic to hear that through this, everything is being kept clean and tidy. Thank you again.
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Review from Phyll S (Friend of Resident) published on 4 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Every couple of months I visit an ex-neighbour and have always found it very well run. With excellent friendly and caring staff. My friend settled in straight away and is very happy and content. She loves the food and atmosphere. Very well done to you all.
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Regulatory Rating
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Date: 13 October 2025Overall
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- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
Inspection ratings
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- 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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