
I cannot thank Headington Care Home and the staff enough for what they did for Mum and the family.Fiona C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

She immediately seems calmer and more happy and looked after than any other time.Y G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


I cannot thank Headington Care Home and the staff enough for what they did for Mum and the family.Fiona C(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

She immediately seems calmer and more happy and looked after than any other time.Y G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


The Headington Care Home is situated in Oxford's Headington area where there is access to public transport and the M40 motorway.
This purpose built care home provides nursing and social care for the mentally infirm elderly, including those suffering from dementia and Alzheimers. The home is built around a central courtyard and the home has wide circular corridors for easy movement. The bungalow-style building has a quiet sitting room for...
Care Provided by The Headington 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 60 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
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Near Public Transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Please note, our fees are subject to an assessment of an individual's needs and dependencies and are exclusive of FNC if granted. We will discuss funding and fees with you in greater detail during the course of your enquiry so that you are fully informed.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Headington Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Headington 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Gold Care Homes
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Litiana Kurisaqila(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (60)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (26)
The Headington Care Home Reviews (72)
The Headington Care Home has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.240) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Headington Care Home has 72 reviews.
The home is very nice and clean the staff are very nice and friendly and helpful and polite. There was nothing we can fault on my mums stay. Thank you for all the help with me and putting me back on the right road.
Your kind words about our home and team mean...
Did not see any activities in the care home in the week I visited it, and I visited every day.
Good food, kept getting clothes mixed up, some not my grandads. Friendly staff and manager very helpful. I never saw any activities in the week, I visited most days.
Thank you all for supporting myself and my father at a very difficult time. You are so kind and professional, it is very reasuring to know my father is safe and being well cared for. The communication is straightforward and uncomplicated which really helps when at times it is complex situation to navigate easily.
We're so pleased that you feel your father is safe and well cared for, and that the...
I am just wondering why Headington Care Home housing frail elderly people cannot fix the boiler problems that mean no hot water, no showers, no proper wash for several weeks? Pretty shocking isnt it?? Still charging hefty fees. Where is all that money going?
The home is clean and welcoming. The staff are friendly, professional and caring. We are very happy to come and see our Uncle who is eating well and being cared for.
Thank you for your lovely feedback and taking the time to share your experience. It's wonderful to know you always find our home welcoming and the team caring, friendly and professional.
Best wishes,Litiana
As I have mobility problems the staff always kindly get a wheelchair and take me to his bedroom, and take me back down to reception for my taxi/lift home. Very kindly are happy to bring me a most welcome cup of tea. The food is varied and always looks well cooked and enticing. Physio is given daily.
We're especially pleased that staff are able to support you during your visits, making things a little easier and ensuring you feel comfortable...
Keep up the good work.
Lorraine
Your thoughtful...
I am very happy to have my Auntie in this care home. The home is kept spotless and if we have a problem, such as the toilet leaking, it is attended to immediately. The staff are wonderful and I have never heard any staff get cross with any of the residents. All the nursing staff are exceptional and always cheerful and helpful. All in all. This care home is excellent.
I found her room to be in a disgusting state. Filthy carpet, broken toilet seat and broken furniture.
I have been finding difficult to cope with the ever changing entry and exit methods, as I visit on a Sunday, and have to wait for someone to help me. However I quite understand that security is a priority.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. I'm sorry to hear you are having difficulty with the new digital sign in process, it does take a little getting used to but if we can do anything to assist, please do let us know. Best wishes, Litiana
The staff were fantastic. Food bland and not very nice. We couldn't really fault the care mum received and as a family we are so pleased of the outcome. To have her home after 3 weeks with yourselves is great, we are very happy she didn't need to go home with carers.
Thank you for sharing your experience. I am thrilled that we were able to provide the high standards of care that we are known for, to facilitate your mums return home without the need for additional support. If we can be of service again in the future, please do not hesitate to get back in...
Nice environment and always warm and welcoming
I enjoy visiting my family friend who is well looked after .Staff do their best .
Thank you for your kind review! Warm regards, Litiana
I am extremely satisfied with most things.
Thank you, your feedback means a lot to us! Regards,
We were offered tea and cake that was nice. My friend and I went outside in the garden to make use of the weather.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. I am glad you enjoyed your visit. Best wishes, Litiana
A good team who work together.
Thank you for your kind words. Best Regards
From time to time, my wife and I call in to visit on of your residents. Prior to moving into The Headington Care home, he lived on the same estate as we do. We have known our friend for over ten years and been alongside him in many situations. The care home has transformed his life at so many levels; with his thoughts and in his outlook on life. He has been supported in so many levels by the staff.
I was very impressed with the new female physio. She engaged with all the residents by having name badges, walking around the room, speaking to individuals before getting them to join in. She also sang to them at the end and got some of them to salute. A great improvement on the previous male physion who only sat on a chair for the whole session.
Mum is well looked after in terms of her medication and visits by the GP. Headington Care Home has a friendly aura that stems from the manager. The care home always maintains contact with me in case of emergency. The lounge is spacious, the rooms are clean and always looked after. Overall Mum is happy and at peace there.
Dad always seems well cared for and clean. Staff are always quick to see to his needs. He can be difficult at times and staff are aware of how to help him when needed.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 18 March 2026Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (8) & Events (0)
- 13 Jul 2026
There was a very special celebration at The Headington Care Home as our lovely Audrey marked an incredible milestone, her 100th birthday, surrounded by family, memories and lots of love....
- 22 Jun 2026
Gold Care Homes is delighted to announce a new partnership with Dementia Friendly Barbers, bringing specialist barbering experiences to residents to our care homes. The collaboration reflects our ongoing commitment...
- 18 Dec 2025
Recently at Headington Care Home, one of our residents, Kathleen White, expressed a wish to go out for a walk, despite the chilly November weather. Wanting to make the most...
There are no upcoming events for The Headington Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Gold Care Homes
- 28 Feb 2020Recipient: Gold Care Homes
- 03 Dec 2019Recipient: Gold Care Homes
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for The Headington Care Home.
Meet the Team (1)

Litiana has worked in the Health and Social Care sector for over 10 years and joined The Headington Care Home as Home Manager in 2021. She has always had a passion for caring for others and sought a career in care to be a helping hand and try to make a difference in the lives of others. Before becoming a Home Manager, Litiana had previous experience working as a Care Assistant and Home Trainer.
What do you enjoy most about your job?I enjoy the opportunity to make a difference in someone else’s life. I am lucky to work alongside a supportive and hard-working team who all share the same values and care about our residents.
What are your favourite hobbies and pastimes?I am very sociable and enjoy meeting and being around people. I am also a big animal lover, so enjoy looking after them as well as spending time cooking, reading and dancing.
Please tell us about your work experience…I have worked in the Health and Social Care industry since moving to the UK over 10 years ago. I started my career working as a Care Assistant before becoming a Senior Care Assistant, Home Trainer, Team Leader, Deputy Manager and eventually Home Manager this year.
Before moving to the UK, I worked on various government projects, most of which were community-based and focused on alleviating poverty in rural areas and caring for vulnerable people in the community. The people I met and the skills I learned whilst working in these communities inspired me to start a career in Social Care.
I completed my Management and Leadership qualification for Health and Social Care in 2017 and completed 18 months of Development and Leadership training.
What top tips would you give someone when looking for the right care home?You should always have a gut feeling as to whether a home is right from the moment you walk in. There will be a welcoming atmosphere or something special that tells you deep down, this is the right home for your loved one.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Headington Care Home
What types of Care is The Headington Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does The Headington Care Home have?
There are 60 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at The Headington Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Near Public Transport, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is The Headington Care Home to the centre of Oxford?
1.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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