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Staff share Sanctuary Care’s vision of Enriching Lives, based on the six senses people need to feel truly happy and fulfilled – a sense of achievement, belonging, continuity, significance, security and purpose.
The home’s resident ambassadors are enormously proud of their roles, which include everything from helping to nurture the gardens,...
Care Provided by Wantage Residential and Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- 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 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Our weekly fees are individual to each of our residents and are subject to a pre-admission assessment, which is required to understand the level of care and support needed. Our 2025 weekly care fees for residential care start from £1474 and for nursing care £1836, but may be in the region of 30% more*. This depends on your care needs and the type of bedroom that is right for you, from our standard rooms through to our premium bedroom options.
*If you require more specialist care such as 1-2-1 support, your weekly fee could be higher.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Wantage Residential and Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Wantage Residential and 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)
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
- Sanctuary Care Ltd
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Stacey Roblin(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (50)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (50)
Wantage Residential and Nursing Home Reviews (78)
Wantage Residential and Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.749) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Wantage Residential and Nursing Home has 78 reviews.
My mother moved into Wantage Nursing Home with just a few hours notice to the management team and after a 4-hour journey, she was received the warmest welcome from the Manager, Deputy Manager and nurse. The care she had continued to receive has been exceptional. Nothing is too much trouble. All caregivers are so kind, respectful, gentle, supportive and fun - there is always laughter and banter. Meals are beautifully cooked and presented. All residents received Easter eggs and joined together for a delicious lunch. Care is taken to ensure everyone is fed and no one is forgotten. Residents can join in activities or can have peace in their rooms. Mum’s room overlooks the well-tended garden. We look forward to visiting and leaving knowing Mum is in the best place. Well done to all the team. This is a real home from home.
Thank you for your five star review, the team at Wantage are certainly very special and are passionate about enriching the lives of their residents.
We are so glad we chose this home for our loved one.
Thank you for your review, we are so pleased your grandmother has settled so well at Wantage.
My mother-in-law has been a resident in Sanctuary Care, Wantage Residential and Nursing Home for nearly four years. Over that time, her care needs have changed hugely but at all stages, the care home staff and facilities have been adjusted to suit her. The staff value her for who she is and understands her quirks, likes and dislikes and accommodates them with respect and care.
Thank you for your five-star review, the team at Wantage will be delighted to read your comments.
My mother was only in the home for ten days. Both my mother and the family were treated with respect, kindness and professional care by all the staff. We always received a warm welcome and helped to cope with how mum was at the end of life. I can only offer my sincere gratitude. Thank you so much.
My parents came to the care home in March 2023 where there was a warm welcome, the staff have been very friendly and polite to me and my parents. The care that they have and are receiving is excellent the staff always keep me up to date with their care needs. The food is wholesome and the staff always try to cater for their dietary preferences. They have a great activities team who try to entertain everyone with quizzes, ball games, pat pet and many more. I know my parents are very happy here and they feel safe and are getting the proper care for all their needs.
Good clean rooms.
Staff very helpful.
They don't moan at whatever they have to do, I know I could not do some of the jobs they have to do.
My sister is happy there and I feel happy that she is being looked after so well.
Thank you for your lovely review. We are pleased that your sister is happy and enjoying living with us at Wantage Residential and Nursing Home. Best wishes.
Mum was taken into Wantage care home after a stint at Abingdon hospital. She was very poorly and needed constant care. The staff were fantastic with her, encouraging her to eat and tending to her so she was always clean and maintained her dignity. We were always made welcome when we visited and were treated with as much kindness as Mum. Sadly Mum passed away in early March and the staff at the home were so very helpful and supportive. It meant a lot to us to know that Mum was safe and well-tended right to the end. If you are looking for a care home for your loved one, then, from our experience, Wantage is one of the better ones.
I am very happy and any 'real' complaints are soon dealt with. I very much appreciate the doctor's weekly call.
My mum has been a resident in Wantage for nearly four years and has always been treated with car and respect. She has a lovely room and her own ensuite bathroom, and the staff make sure she has regular showers/baths. The activities are regular and mum enjoys joining in with things when her abilities allow. I always feel my mum is in safe hands and the staff are extremely careful over safety and security.
The team were amazing, and it didn't make a difference which member of them you spoke to they were really positive and happy and a pleasure to be there with them. There were things to do each day so she had a choice to get involved or not.
The food was excellent and as my Mum has been a vegetarian for 80 plus years this was important to her, I can say I haven't heard her sing praises about the quality of food before. Well done.
So a massive thank you to all the team, from the carers to the Managers they were all brilliant, thank you so much.
Seems like a good care home where my dad is looked after.
My father has been a resident at Wantage Residential and Nursing Home since September 2022. He has settled in well with the help of caring staff and associated medical people. He loves the food and looks forward to meal times. We visited him from Australia in October and were very pleased with his room, dining, recreation areas and the careful attention of the staff. We are happy that he is being well looked after and appreciate the staff keeping in touch with us on the other side of the world!
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home. it's wonderful to hear how well he has settled in with us and that you've been able to visit him. Our team are always here to help you get in touch with dad or for anything else you need. Best wishes, Fae
His general cleanliness and appearance are well taken care of.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home, it is so appreciated! It's wonderful to hear that your husband has settled well with us, we know how difficult the transition into care can be for both our residents and their loved ones. We do hope you continue to be happy with his care. Best wishes, Fae
I recently attended a relatives meeting at the home led by the manager and the deputy manager. I was impressed by the improvements they are putting in place and are planning. They take relatives views seriously and act upon them, eg: by adding a better bell to the front door for evenings and weekends. I look forward to better activities when the new activities person starts.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home and for your kind words. It's great to hear how productive you found our relatives meeting; and you're right, our homes take your feedback very seriously! And of course, feedback from our residents too! Best wishes.
My uncle stayed in Wantage Residential and Nursing Home for three weeks of respite care. When I asked him how he got on he said 'I've had a ball!'. He was befriended by all the care staff and they made him feel cared for. He also liked the food.
Caring staff, always helpful and the home is always clean. The food is excellent and plentiful. Regular health checks and always updated by the staff.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our home and for your such kind words. Best wishes, Fae
Found the staff very friendly, both care staff and office staff. My wife seems happy here.
My son enjoyed his stay and will be going back. Staff were caring and kind.
Thank you for taking the time to review our home - your kind words are so appreciated. Best wishes.
Some medications not given at correct times of day as described on medication boxes. Shower seat not provided despite repeated request.
If the need arises I would definitely have my mother stay here again, Overall, very good.
My wife has been a resident here for almost 5 years. I have always been impressed with the care given by all the staff. In 5 years, I have not had cause to complain. The care, compassion and sympathy shown to my wife, has been exceptional.
Thank you for such a wonderful review. Best wishes, Fae.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 October 2021Good
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (1) & Events (1)
- 04 Jun 2025
I'm Stacey and I've worked in adult Health and Social Care since 2010. I began my career as a care assistant, which gave me a strong foundation in hands-on, compassionate...
- 20 Aug 2026Organiser: Wantage Residential and Nursing Home
Awards / Recognitions (9)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Wantage Residential and Nursing Home.
Meet the Team (4)

Lauren welcomed the very first resident to Wantage when it opened its doors in 2008 and is the home's longest-serving member of staff.
"It’s more than a job, I feel like this home is my baby and I love being here,” she says. “I love looking after the residents and making a difference in their lives.
You see the residents every day and they become like a second family to you – you worry about them if they aren’t well, you care for them and you enjoy listening to their stories.
It feels so special to have been here from the beginning, I love being here and I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else!”

Our award-winning head chef Monica came third place in Sanctuary Care's annual MasterChef competition in 2022. Monica loves baking and makes delicious cakes and biscuits for afternoon tea. She also prides herself on creating stunning bespoke birthday cakes for our residents.
"I always ask them what cake they would like, and when I see their happy faces, it means I can go to sleep feeling happy!
Food is very important to our residents - if I enter the dining room and see the residents smiling, then I am happy.
I love working here – most of my family are in Romania so the people here at Wantage are like my family – they have a place in my heart.”

Coming to work at Wantage, it’s like having a second family. I like the contact that I have with the family members when they come into reception and I love to take round the residents’ post and newspapers, because it means I can have a good chat with them.

I enjoy coming to work every day and helping the residents – they are like family. I like that I come in and make a difference for them.
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