
No longer feeling alone but part of a larger, lively family.S G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

They go the extra mile to make my mother's and my life better. I cannot recommend Emberbrook enoughAndrew M(Son of Resident/Service User)


No longer feeling alone but part of a larger, lively family.S G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

They go the extra mile to make my mother's and my life better. I cannot recommend Emberbrook enoughAndrew M(Son of Resident/Service User)


Emberbrook Care Home provides residential, nursing, dementia and palliative care in Thames Ditton. The home is surrounded by lovely gardens where they regularly enjoy afternoon tea and hold summer activities like garden parties and barbecues. In the centre of Thame Ditton village, Emberbrook, is close to shops, public transport and only a 2-minute walk from Giggs Hill Green.
The home provides permanent and short stay or respite care and the team,...
Care Provided by Emberbrook Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- 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 68 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
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 Emberbrook Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Emberbrook 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
- Rosanna O'Mara(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2015
Room Information
- Single Rooms (68)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
Parking
- Parking on site
Emberbrook Care Home Reviews (110)
Emberbrook Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Emberbrook Care Home has 110 reviews.
No problems with the home as it was chosen for her by the council. Been there since November 2021. 5-star I would say.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback about our home. We are pleased to hear that your experience has been positive and we hope to see you again soon.
I did not expect my mother-in-law to go into a home and I did not choose this home for her. But I am more than happy with all the staff and other residents. Very helpful and friendly.
Thank you, Trudi, for your feedback following your recent experience at our home. We are happy to learn it has been a positive one. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know how we are doing. Have a wonderful day.
Mum has been a resident for over 3 years. Also, Dad was a resident from March 2022 to June 2022 until he passed. I feel lucky to have both here for a short time. The care and understanding given by the staff to both my parents is so good. Care staff are always happy to speak to me and always keep me informed. Nothing is too much for all the staff at the home. Thank you Emberbrook.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback about our home. We are very sorry to hear of your loss, so offer our deepest condolences to you and your family. We are pleased to hear that you felt your father was treated with great care and appreciate all of your kind comments about our team. If there is anything more we can do, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Emberbrook Care Home is a very welcoming and friendly care home for both residents and their families. The staff are cheerful, positive and professional and always available to discuss any issues. Visiting is flexible and encouraged, the rooms and facilities are first-class. I would certainly recommend Emberbrook Care Home to others.
Thank you, Christopher, for your comments about your recent experience at Emberbrook Care Home. Our residents’ well-being is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.
My mother has been a resident at Emberbrook for just over a year. We have been very happy with her care. Staff are kind, considerate, respectful and good fun! My mother has made some special friendships and has really benefited from the nursing care provided.
this is a wonderful home, staff always friendly and helpful. even when dealing with the most difficult of situations.
My mum has been at Emberbrook for the last 18 months and has been cared for well and is happy there.
My aunt was admitted to Emberbrook at the time of the first lockdown. This meant that we had to say our goodbyes to a bewildered, elderly lady. It was thanks to the way the Emberbrook staff picked up the baton, embraced and cared for my aunt that she came to be contented in her new surroundings, made new friends, and in doing so, the family felt more relaxed that my aunt was in good hands. I am indebted to Emberbrook for their genuine care towards us all.
Thank you for your comments about your recent experience at Emberbrook Care Home. Our residents’ well-being is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care. We always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that you had a positive experience.
When Dad entered the home in September 2020 we were pleased with it. Sadly Dad passed away in March 2022 but me, my mum and brother just wanted to say how kind, caring and compassionate all the staff were, not only throughout his time at the home but during his last days as well. Nothing was ever too much trouble for any of the staff in the Mole unit, from the carers to the cleaner and nursing staff. During his last week, I spent a couple of nights there and the nurse on duty even made up a bed for me next to Dad to make me more comfortable. Another night she helped us reheat a meal and gave us plates and cutlery. Dad was able to pass away peacefully in familiar surroundings, hearing the usual hustle and bustle and music of day to day life. We cannot thank you enough, what you offer is not five-star luxury but the care, compassion and cheerfulness offered by everyone truly surpasses that. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
My father has been at Emberbrook for 2 years now and the team looking after him really do treat him like family. So much so that when I needed to look for a placement for my mum recently it was the only choice I felt I could make. The whole staff from management down have made the process so easy and I can feel rest assured that both my mum and dad are now being looked after by the best staff I can think of. Their new room is beautiful and I can't wait to visit them more moving forward. Well done and huge thanks.
Communication with Emberbrook reception staff and ward staff are very good. A caring and supportive home. Residents are well cared for, and numerous activities are on offer. Accommodation is excellent. Very good on-site catering. Lovely gardens.
My mother is getting excellent care. The care and attention during the pandemic have been amazing. Thank you.
The staff at Emberbrook were so kind and caring during the Covid epidemic to my mum. When we were not allowed to visit, they became like family to Mum and ensured she maintained a good quality of life. During the last weeks of Mums life, the staff were so kind and caring, ensuring that Mum was cared for and comfortable. I really cannot commend them highly enough.
Garden well kept and safe.
Staff very polite.
Emberbrook has been wonderful during what has been a very difficult year, well done, Emberbrook! My aunt has been well looked after by the amazing staff, and my thanks go out to every single member, nothing is too much trouble for them, and I am very appreciative of the care and support they give. I have been a resident family member for three years, firstly for my mum, who lived downstairs for two years and sadly passed away last year, and my aunt who has been a resident since July 2019 and lives upstairs, having moved from another local care home. I love the updates on Facebook! I have only put good on food/drink and management questions, as the manager is relatively new, and due to Covid restrictions, I have yet to meet them, and I have no knowledge of the food and drink that is served at present. However, I have no reason to comment negatively. I would have no hesitation in recommending Emberbrook to anyone.
I was most impressed with the home from the first time that I made contact. The staff genuinely appeared to care and this was demonstrated throughout my friend's stay at the home. They encouraged him to exercise to improve his strength and mobility, which enabled him to return home after an 8-month stay. I was advised of any issues as they occurred and I felt we worked in partnership to support my friend.
Thank you for your feedback following your recent experience at our home. We are happy to learn it has been a positive one. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know how we are doing. Have a wonderful day.
My 84-year-old mum had a stroke, followed by a heart attack, and upon discharge from hospital, she went into a nursing home - Emberbrook, in Thames Ditton. From my first interactions with Emberbrook, I knew mum would be in good hands. If I were to choose one word to sum up Emberbrook, it would be real - real warmth, real love, real interest, real people. It's refreshing to find somewhere where simple human interactions still count for something. When it comes to caring for people, this realness is what makes the difference. Thank you Emberbrook. I couldn't wish for anything better.
Thank you, for letting us know how we are doing at Emberbrook Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing. Take care.
My mother became a resident of Emberbrook in May when her previous care home could no longer meet her needs. Her health was failing, she'd lost interest in eating/drinking and spent much of her time in bed! We really thought she would pass away soon. Within a few weeks of being cared for at Emberbrook, she had gained a new lease of life! She's put on the weight she had lost, is active again and is our happy mum again. I can't thank the Emberbrook team enough for the love and care they give!
My father arrived at Emberbrook from hospital at the start of the Covid-19 lockdown, which was very stressful for him and for us. The staff have been fantastic in settling him into his room and making him comfortable when we were not able to. He is now on end of life care and we could not wish for him to be in a better place. He is being looked after amazingly well and we are so grateful to everyone at Emberbrook.
I also find the staff really puts themselves out to please, however busy they are. As far as I am concerned, the home is great for my sister's needs and I am happy with all the facilities.
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News (13) & Events (0)
- 17 Jul 2026
Thanks to a generous donation of VR Headsets from the Walsingham Care Charity. our wonderful residents got to try a brand new experience new at Emberbrook Care Home… Just in...
- 13 Jul 2026
With the warmer weather on our side, everyone made the most of being outdoors. As part of Dementia Action Week, we hosted an afternoon tea party in the garden of...
- 19 Jun 2026
Monica Harding, Member of Parliament for Esher and Walton, recently visited Gold Care Homes’ Emberbrook Care Home in Thames Ditton, where she spent time with residents and staff to gain...
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- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Gold Care Homes
- 28 Feb 2020Recipient: Gold Care Homes
- 03 Dec 2019Recipient: Gold Care Homes
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