
Staff at all levels are kind, caring, patient and attentiveA B(Son of Resident/Service User)

She is enjoying the excellent food and has surprised us by joining in activities and outingsKen B(Son of Resident/Service User)

The care home is spacious and allows my husband 'freedom' of movement which is important to himPauline W(Wife of Resident/Service User)

Staff at all levels are kind, caring, patient and attentiveA B(Son of Resident/Service User)

She is enjoying the excellent food and has surprised us by joining in activities and outingsKen B(Son of Resident/Service User)

The care home is spacious and allows my husband 'freedom' of movement which is important to himPauline W(Wife of Resident/Service User)

Barchester Vecta House Care Home makes the most of pleasant grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality nursing and residential care for those living with Dementia.
All staff are carefully chosen and well-qualified to achieve the best standards and deliver the highest level of care for people living with Dementia.
The bespoke building is designed to enable people to live well with Dementia, boasting ground floor accommodation and access to...
Care Provided by Barchester Vecta House Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 54 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barchester Vecta House Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Barchester Vecta House Care Home 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
Group / Owner
- Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Nichola Shepherd(General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 40+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2007
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (54)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (14)
Barchester Vecta House Care Home Reviews (76)
Barchester Vecta House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.755) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Vecta House Care Home has 76 reviews.
We want to make this review because the service provided for my mother/mother-in-law is above and beyond the normal standards! She was transferred to this home from another place where she was neglect, approach with no dignity, and much more! All staff in Vecta House worked so hard to gain her confidence, to provide that care that made my mother happy! I want to say it here and I did in person that I never so my mother so happy! We know was a hard process for all staff but all they have done a great job! It's not easy to approach and understand a person with dementia, frightened and scare and who can't communicate her needs. But they have done an amazing job, the interaction was built in a positive way and now my mother is a different person. People with dementia can communicate their feeling through body language and words sometimes! All I can say is that my mother is now happy, she have an amazing care approach and everyone in that company value her with dignity. Thank you.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, I know our teamwork and put our residents best interest at the centre of everything we do, I am so glad that shines through.
My husband was resident in Vecta House Care home for 2 years. He had Alzheimer's Disease and was, sometimes very aggressive. He had been in another care home, where his aggression was controlled with medication, making him very unsteady on his feet, although he was physically fit and mobile. Within a fortnight of moving into Vecta House, the staff managed to handle the aggression without medication and he was able to walk independently around the home and lovely gardens. The confinement made necessary by the pandemic and progression of his disease made him bed-bound and in July 2021, he was put on the end of life care. At this time I was able to visit at any time and stay with him as long as I wanted. For 2 weeks I sat by his bedside. The staff were caring and attentive. With the door open, I could hear all that was happening in Chillerton Section and I never heard a cross or grumpy word. With difficult and challenging residents all I heard was fun, laughter, care and compassion.
Thank you for the lovely review, it was an honour to get to know your husband, yourself and your wonderful family. I have passed on your kind words to the team.
The level of care that my wife receives is excellent and this is reflected in that. She is always contented and happy. The home always appears clean and bright, and the staff are always positive and cheerful.
Thank you for your lovely review, I will pass your review on to the team.
Vecta House and the manager were highly recommended to me prior to my husband's residency. I now feel confident that I made the right choice. He has been a resident for 5 months now and with limited visits due to Covid, my first impressions have been very positive. My husband has complex issues with special dietary needs which means he is confined to his room and is bedbound. I have always found the staff/management to act in a professional and caring manner, updating me as and when necessary on my husband's condition. I feel he is safe and in very good hands which alleviates any concerns I may have as to his wellbeing.
I will pass your review on to the team.
Dad is looked after well. All the staff are polite and friendly.
Thank you for your lovely review; I will pass it on to the team.
Enjoyable visit. Staff very attentive. Always popping in to make sure everything is okay.
Thank you for your lovely review, I will pass it on to the team. I'm pleased you have found the staff attentive and enjoyed your visit.
My husband has had excellent treatment, wonderful food, care and accommodations. He has enjoyed his stay.
Thank you for your lovely review, I will ensure my team are thanked. I'm glad we could help.
My partner has been a resident of Vecta House for almost two years now, and whilst her needs have changed considerably over this period, the staff have always been caring, polite and helpful. The atmosphere is always friendly, and the rooms clean and tidy. Over the past year, visiting has been restricted due to Coivd, but I knew my partner was being well cared for during this difficult period, which meant a lot to me.
Thank you for your kind review, I appreciate it has been a very difficult year regarding visiting loved ones, thank you for your kind understanding and I will pass your comments to the care team.
The staff are all amazing and go above and beyond to provide a homely and professional service.
Thank you for your lovely review I will pass on to my team, I'm so glad your dad has settled well into life at Vecta.
My experience is difficult due to the pandemic of COVID 19. I have not been inside Vecta House only the reception. I saw mum today for the first in 1 month and I have to say she looks very well. I have had contact through phones and meeting with her carers. I am happy to say the care she is receiving is outstanding. The carers at Vecta have made a terrible for my mum and me so much easier.
The staff at Vecta House are professional and kind, treating residents as individuals and taking the trouble to get to know their backgrounds too. Under extraordinary circumstances during the Covid-19 pandemic, they locked down quickly, keeping their residents safe and well. We have been able to talk to Mum via Skype and Zoom all through this which has been wonderful. It is so reassuring to know that the home’s primary focus is on taking great care of their residents. The home is always clean and tidy, there are activities to do too. Mum always looks so tidy and well-groomed, happy and with a good appetite. Thank you all.
Thank you for your lovely review, I will make sure I pass on your kind remarks to all my care team. I am glad the care we have for the people who live here with us shines through.
The whole team at Vecta House make it what it is, so warm and friendly with everyone so caring and professional at what they do. As I do not live on the Island, regular communication is essential for knowing that my sister is safe and well. Being so far away can be difficult but the team do a brilliant job of keeping me involved and giving me peace of mind. My sister is cared for so beautifully and the amazing gardens, plus the spacious layout of Vecta House, gives my sister the freedom to be very happy in her world - to us, this means so much.
Thank you for your lovely review, I will share with my team. The people who live with us are at the heart of all we do and I am so glad that shines through.
She was well cared for and respected throughout her stay. I spent a lot of time here with her and saw first-hand how the staff treat the residents with respect and professionalism.
That care and respect were extended to me too; the key staff always made time to talk to me, and give me honest information about my mum's condition. I felt very early on that they got a sense of my mum; which really put my mind at rest.
The staff here are a little like superheroes in my mind. They deal with some very difficult challenges that dementia patients exhibit, yet the atmosphere at Vecta is positive and caring.
I am so comforted that this is where Mum was looked after.
A very huge, thank you, to everyone.
Thank you for your kind review, the whole team understand how dementia affects everyone in the family, not just the person living with it, your kind words mean so much and I will pass on your comments. we are all thinking of you.
My mum is resident at Vecta House and has been through various stages of Dementia. The staff are caring and hardworking and Mum is looked after very well. I have no concerns for her welfare or care. Families and residents are treated with dignity and respect at all times. I would highly recommend Vecta House to anyone looking for a care home for a loved one. This is often a really difficult decision to make but I can honestly say the level of care she receives here is exceptional. Nothing is ever too much for the people working to keep her comfortable, well and safe.
The home is lovely, and the staff are very friendly and caring. It's really nice to know that my father-in-law is in safe hands and is being cared for by such professional people.
This is an excellently run care home, staffed by decent, caring people. It is a pleasure to visit.
I am confident that my mother's safety and wellbeing are of primary concern to the staff at Vecta House. I am very happy with the outcome of all conversations with staff to date.
In the short time my father has been a resident at Vecta House, I have been extremely pleased. All of the staff are very friendly. The home is clean and the food is very good. He is well cared for and looked after.
I have nothing but admiration for the staff, facilities and the help my wife and I have received.
Thank you for your fantastic review. We pride ourselves on the care we give, I will make sure I pass your review to my care team.
The staff are great and manager greater.
If I had to pick the best staff person it would not be possible. Thank you all for looking after my wife and keep up the good work.
Thank you for your lovely review, we take great pride as a team delivering quality dementia care. I will make sure I pass on to the team your review.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 16 April 2020Good
- 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 (80) & Events (0)
- 16 Mar 2026
?Tonight, our dining room was transformed into a gourmet pancake station to celebrate Shrove Tuesday in style. Our residents enjoyed a true fine dining experience, customizing their golden pancakes with...
- 16 Mar 2026
There was so much love in the air today as our residents, families, and staff gathered together for a truly heart-warming Valentine’s Day celebration. The home was filled with smiles...
- 16 Mar 2026
On Wednesday, our residents at Vecta House enjoyed a lovely mini-bus outing to the beautiful village of Godshill. We stopped by the Old Smithy Coffee Shop for a delightful afternoon...
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Awards / Recognitions (15)
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 15 Apr 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Barchester Vecta House Care Home.
Meet the Team (8)

I have worked in the care sector since 2008. I started my Health and Social career as an apprentice; I then progressed to a Senior Carer, which led me into my Deputy Manager role in 2015. From this, I first became a Registered Manager in 2016.
In 2023, I was proudly nominated for Registered Manager of the Year, here on the Isle of Wight.
I joined Barchester Healthcare in June 2026 as the General Manager at Vecta House.I am very passionate about delivering a person-centred approach and have a wealth of experience within the sector and a passion for caring for those living with dementia.
I am very proud to be part of a fabulous team at Vecta House. We aim to ensure that as a team we deliver a high standard of person-centred care to those we support, ensuring they are at the heart of everything we do and meeting each individual's needs.
I look forward to meeting you all soon and welcoming you into our home

Hello, my name is Chris, and I have been working at Vecta since June 2018.
Before joining Vecta, I spent 10 years as the Head Chef at another care home, working closely with people living with dementia.
It is an age-old saying that ‘home is where the heart is', and to me, the heart of all homes should be the kitchen. The pattern of our life revolves around food and drink; it sustains, nurtures and brings us together as family, and friends. It marks times of celebration and significant events, reminding us of what is important in our life.I enjoy spending time with residents and learning about their individual likes, dislikes and needs. This is their home and I try to create menus that respect this and involve them in this process as much as possible by recreating meals that they have come to love and food that they cherish.
Quality ingredients and presentation are essential; if something is to have value it should look good and reflect the care that has gone into its making.

Hello, My name is Tanya and I am the Lifestyle Leader here at Vecta House.
I started work at Vecta in June 2018 as part of the housekeeping team. I have worked as part of the Activities Team for over a year and have grown very passionate about ensuring our residents have stimulating, life-enriching activities available every day. I feel proud knowing I have brought smiles and laughter to our residents and love working with the great team we have here at Vecta House.

Hi, my name is Robert.
I started working at Vecta House in 2019 as part of the housekeeping team, in 2022 I moved roles to be part of Vecta's care team. I am a dementia champion for the home. I have made my way up to Head of Maintenance, I am looking forward to having the responsibility of managing the maintenance of the home and decorating.

Hi, my name is Julie, I have worked at Vecta House for 16 years.
I am part of the housekeeping team.
I take great pride in my work and always strive to help contribute to making the home feel welcoming.
I get on really well with the amazing housekeeping team and enjoy spending time with the residents and getting to know them.
My previous job was working in the retail industry for over 20 years.

Hi my name is Emmalyn and i have been a dedicated member of Vecta House team for 17 years, consistently delivering exceptional care as a senior carer.
With a genuine passion for my work, i strive to provide the highest quality of care to every resident. I approach my role with warmth and compassion and always have a big welcoming smile.
I believe in creating a caring and supportive environment where residents feel valued and respected and consider residents to be part of my extended family, fostering strong relationships.

Hi i joined the Vecta House kitchen team in 2021 and have become a valued member of our dedicated team. I thrive in my role as hostess, where i take great pride in ensuring a high quality dining experience for all our residents during mealtimes. I enjoy getting to know each resident on a personal level building strong relationships within the Vecta House community

Hi my name is Paula and i have been a dedicated member of the team at Vecta House since 2012. I began my journey as a senior carer, providing compassionate and high quality care to residents for three years. I then recognized my passion for enriching the lives of the residents i then transitioned to the role as Activities Coordinator, where i successfully engaged residents in a variety of stimulating and enjoyable activities for four years.
Driven by commitment to continuously develop professionally i further enhanced my expertise by completing my NVQ in as care practitioner. I am currently pursuing an advance care practitioner qualification, commencing my studies in September.
I am deeply passionate about providing the highest quality of care to residents.
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