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The home features plenty of open spaces in which to spend time, all sorts of areas of interest to encourage engagement with those living with dementia, and the highly professional team is committed to ensuring...
Care Provided by The Julie Richardson Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- 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 40 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
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- 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
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Please contact our dedicated team for an individualised price based on your care requirements
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Julie Richardson Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Julie Richardson Nursing 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
- Taylor & Taylor Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Bernadette Mbafond (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2008
Room Information
- Single Rooms (28)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (6)
Parking
- The parking for the nursing home can be accessed from the rear of the building on St John's Road
The Julie Richardson Nursing Home Reviews (90)
The Julie Richardson Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.743) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Julie Richardson Nursing Home has 90 reviews.
The staff endeavour to involve the residents in various activities.
Medical care is of a very high standard, nurses are alert to any health problems that arise.
Very good and caring staff.
Excellent care. Good value for money. Staff very caring. Food very good.
This is the third home my mother has stayed in and is by far the best. The decor and the building are a bit dated and tired. That being said, every time I visit my mother she is happy, calm and contented. She also looks well cared for, clean and tidy. The staff are polite, well mannered and caring. I would happily recommend this care home to anyone looking for a safe, secure, kind residence for a loved one.
While I have no experience of any other nursing homes with which to make comparisons, I can say that all the staff that I have encountered on my regular visits have been very pleasant and friendly to both myself and my mother.
Staff are very friendly, nothing is too much trouble. The food according to my relative is also very good. The bedroom he has is very light and airy. I think the staff work very hard to make the atmosphere as homely for the residents as much as possible.
Both the nursing and care staff at Julie Richardson are first rate. They all treat my father with the dignity that is so important. The nurses are skilled, kind and attentive. They are responsive to my father's needs and promptly address any concerns our family may have. The care staff treat my father as a loved family member and provide excellent personal care, exercise, entertainment and food. I am pleased to say my father is as content and comfortable as possible thanks to all the people caring for him and their mix of good humour and expertise.
Accommodation, fixtures and fittings appear dated. Care is excellent.
Care is excellent. Accommodation, fixtures and fittings seem dated.
Staff are excellent and very attentive to my father-in-law. I feel everyone goes out of their way to assist or help in any way needed. Meals look good for the few times I have been here at mealtime. I do, however, feel his room is tired and would benefit from some different flooring other than carpet. Otherwise, so far so good.
Went to Banbury Museum, Spice Ball Park Picnic, spent a great day out, all the gang went out together. We spent a smashing day out together. Excellent care for everyone.
My 95 year old mother in law was moved from the hospital into a "hospital bed" in this nursing home. She was recovering from pneumonia but also had Lewy body dementia. We were concerned at the time as we knew nothing about this home. Our concerns were groundless. This place is a gem. I really cannot praise the staff highly enough for their dedication, professionalism, patience and kindness they showed to my mother in law. It is never a nice experience for the relatives in moving a loved one into a nursing home and we were no exception. However, on meeting the care home manager and her staff we realised Mum was in safe hands and that she would receive excellent care. She was in the nursing home for a total of 8 weeks before she was taken ill again, with pneumonia and rushed to the hospital where she passed away on Boxing Day 2017. Many thanks again to the nursing home staff for allowing Mum to keep her dignity to the end.
She is happy at the home. She is treated well and with respect. She likes the food that is served. I would recommend the Julie Richardson Nursing Home to anybody.
I just feel I should say that my dad was in a care home just outside Banbury before he died and there is no way that dad was looked after or treated as well as mom is now. The staff are all brilliant, they look after mom really well and you can look forward to a smile and very friendly chat when visiting. When calling the home this morning, I thought just how well mom looked. A great home with great people. A care home to look forward to. (Book me a bed)!
I visit once a week different days. The home is always nice and clean and I find standards high. Staff are extremely pleasant and the standards again high. My husband is well cared for and I would say in his own little world very happy. Thank you to the manager for very well trained staff.
Staff are always friendly and show compassion when dealing with residents. The environment is always cheerful and happy. They focus on creating interesting and entertaining activities. Outings are a frequent event.
I regularly visit my brother. I am impressed with the kind, caring attitude shown towards my brother. I feel the staff work well together and give a homely fun atmosphere. They deal professionally with sometimes challenging behaviour. I love the fact that my brother has been able to visit town, National Trust properties etc. My brother also especially enjoys visits e.g from musicians. I feel efforts are also made to treat each person as an individual.
I think it is very friendly and homely. I find the staff extremely kind, patient and diligent in their work. I would recommend this home to family and friends without hesitation.
My mother died at the end of June 2016 aged 98 after three and a half years in the nursing home. Her overall mobility and ability had started to deteriorate and she needed more specialist care, which I am happy she received a this nursing home. She became bedridden and needed a specific diet, experiencing difficulty in swallowing. The staff and cook were always available to update me on her condition and I was called at home following Doctors visits. On a personal note, the proprietor and manager were with my mother as she rapidly sank into a deep sleep, and the manager was with me, as she passed away and remained after to support me. I have nothing but praise.
My mum has been in this home for 3 years and although she can be challenging, the staff are patient and kind. They treat her with dignity and respect. After a recent stay in hospital following an operation, the staff took great care in meeting her additional needs and the improvement in mum is beyond expectations.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 18 April 2020Outstanding
- CaringOutstanding
- EffectiveOutstanding
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- SafeGood
- Well-ledOutstanding
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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- 07 Nov 2025Recipient: Taylor & Taylor Ltd
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