
My thanks go to all at Home Close but particularly the team and nurses who looked after my mother.Frederick G(Son of Resident/Service User)

Home Close stood out and because of its management, its staff, its homely unpretentious atmosphereAlastair E(Husband of Resident/Service User)

To have her appetite back for cooked lunches was unbelievable. I thank each and everyK W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

My thanks go to all at Home Close but particularly the team and nurses who looked after my mother.Frederick G(Son of Resident/Service User)

Home Close stood out and because of its management, its staff, its homely unpretentious atmosphereAlastair E(Husband of Resident/Service User)

To have her appetite back for cooked lunches was unbelievable. I thank each and everyK W(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Home Close, located on the edge of Cambridge, provides a warm and peaceful setting for residents needing nursing or residential care. Surrounded by spacious gardens with mature trees and seasonal flowers, it’s a tranquil retreat where residents can relax, enjoy the fresh air, or share a cup of tea in the sunshine.
At Home Close, the focus is on personalised, compassionate care. The dedicated team is chosen not only for their...
Care Provided by Home Close
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 72 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
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Home Close for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Home Close 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
- Healthcare Homes Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Ioana Pop (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2011
Room Information
- Single Rooms (72)
Home Close Reviews (131)
Home Close has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.761) out of 10, based on 39 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Home Close has 131 reviews.
All the staff are nice and friendly. The care given to my husband is very good. I am relieved we found a placement in Home Close.
I cant fault Home Close.
Lynn
My/our experience of care give to our mother is generally excellent, the manager has always been, helpful, kind and understanding and I feel able to go to her if any concerns. The nursing staff are lovely, kind and caring to my mother and the day to day carers have shown love and compassion and understanding to my mother as she has dementia. They make her feel loved. The domestic staff to are great with her showing an interest to her and too are kind.
I was very happy with the care that dad received with his stay at home cloase and would happily recommend to anyone of my immediate family if ineeded.
My brother received excellent care in the time he was in the home, before he died peaceful We always had a member of our family in the home while our brother was there. We were also well looked after by the wonderful staff, and nothing was too much for them. They were all very caring and kind, and we couldn't have asked for better care and attention for our brother. Every member of staff are a credit to the home. The home deserves full marks for which I haven given it.
The care my family has received at this care home has been nothing but exceptional. They provided end of life care for my dad, showing compassion, dignity and genuine warmth during an incredibly difficult time. The ongoing care for my mum has been equally outstanding. The staff consistently go above and beyond! The manager is especially supportive and approachable. She is always there when you need guidance and support. Her leadership creates a comforting and positive atmosphere that you can feel the moment you walk in. I truly cannot rate this care home enough. It is clear that everyone here works with heart and real dedication.
The care for my brother and all of his family was exceptional. It was delivered with love and compassion. Nothing was ever too much trouble for the staff being it in meeting my brother's needs, answering our questions or ensuring we were comfortable. Although we spent a lot of time there we were not made to feel in the way. It was never too much trouble for the chef to accommodate my brother's fussy attitude to food! We are deeply grateful for the love and care we received at this traumatic time.
Staff always very helpful and my mother has now settled into her new home, she has got better in herself. The manager has always found time to discuss if any problems arise (with me).
My father was in Home Close Care Home from Nov 2023 - Oct 2025. His first year, he was mobile and preferred being in a 'home'. The staff were excellent in welcoming him (& us as visitors) & learning to cope with his frustrations. From Oct 2024, he was bed bound and incontinent, but still the staff dealt with his conditions with excellent care and attitude. He died in Oct 2025, and this was dealt with in a very caring manner. My wife and I would be pleased to be in Home Close when we're older!
Mum is being looked after as we had hoped. Friendly, professional staff, and a happy atmosphere. Food good! Thank you for taking care of Mum.
As a family, we are very happy with her standard of care.
My mother went into Home Close for end-of-life care. The care she received was fantastic. Her granddaughter has SEN, and the staff were just as brilliant with her, too. The staff did everything they could to make Mum comfortable. They are all excellent, from the manager down. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you to each and every one of you for making her last few weeks and days as comfortable as you possibly could.
My wife has been resident at Home Close since 2016, and I am very glad that she is in this care home rather than others that we looked at. The staff are caring, dedicated and professional, and appear to love their job. The general atmosphere has improved noticeably since the arrival of the new manager, who initiated improvements straight away and is lively, friendly and dedicated. Her stated aim is to improve conditions for residents, and she doing this with great enthusiasm. The care home's situation, on a quiet village road and surrounded by lawns and mature trees make it a very pleasant place for residents to enjoy. I recommend Home Close wholeheartedly, and without any reservation.
Staff acted swiftly on 2 occasions when my mother in an emergency which was very impressive.
Many positive changes took place since new manager came on board. Staff all always smiling, helping with everything. Carpets are gradually being replaced by wooden floors (more hygienic, and smell better). New activities are being introduced. Huge thank you for looking after my mam.
I am so happy that Mum is here. She has a lovely room, the home is bright and clean but, most importantly, the staff are kind, conscientious and caring. Every member of staff I have engaged with, from the nurses to the carers to the cleaners are friendly and efficient. The Manager oversees everything but clearly trusts and values her staff. She runs an excellent home and is very visible to staff and residents. She is making many changes as each time I visit, something else has been upgraded, decorated or improved. Home Close isn't as flashy as some care homes, but I'm so glad Mum is here because I know that she is treated with genuine affection by the well-trained staff. She was so independent and active before dementia, falls and frailty led us here and I worried about how she would adapt but everyone has made the transition surprisingly easy. Mum is safe, clean, well-fed and happy and I can sleep at night.
I think the home and staff are first class. Always a smile when you go in.
We were invited to stay for lunch, which was most satisfactory.
The facility and activities looked good and all the staff we met were very pleasant and caring. The manager was a bundle of energy and clearly runs a successful home!
The love they have for the job they do is fantastic.
The patience they show and the dignity they have cannot be faulted. I couldn't thank them enough.
The care they showed me at the time of my sadness of losing my husband.
My grandma and grandad have been in the home for a year now, and they have settled in very well. The staff always go above and beyond to make sure they are both happy and comfortable. I always look forward t giubg ti the fine to visiting them as I get such a warm welcome and enthusiastic greeting from the management team. I would highly recommend Home Close.
My mother has only been here for a month, she is settling in slowly. Everybody are lovely and kind, I feel very happy about how she is being cared for.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 05 February 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (3) & Events (0)
- 13 Nov 2024
At Healthcare Homes, we believe in the power of nature and community to uplift and enhance the lives of our residents and service users. This year’s InBloom 2024 competition brought...
- 14 Oct 2024
On Friday, 6th September 2024, Healthcare Homes had the privilege of supporting the Rob George Foundation (RGF) at their annual golf day, hosted by Colchester Golf Club. The day was...
- 14 Oct 2024
On Friday, 6th September 2024, Healthcare Homes had the privilege of supporting the Rob George Foundation (RGF) at their annual golf day, hosted by Colchester Golf Club. The day was...
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Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Healthcare Homes Group Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Healthcare Homes Group Ltd
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Healthcare Homes Group Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Home Close.
Meet the Team (4)

I enjoy working alongside such wonderful colleagues and being part of the warm, welcoming atmosphere within the home. I enrich residents’ lives by recognising each person as an individual, understanding their background, and supporting their wishes and goals for the future. I am a registered nurse with qualifications in management, leadership, and teacher training, alongside many years of experience managing care homes within the elderly care sector.

With over 30 years’ experience as a nurse, I’m passionate about delivering high-quality care and making sure our residents feel happy, safe and well looked after. I take great pride in supporting a team that truly puts residents at the heart of everything we do.

I really enjoy the variety of roles I take on in the home – whether it’s cooking, painting, or simply lending a hand where it’s needed. I’m always around to help, no matter how big or small the task, and I love making the residents smile and laugh. I’ve completed my Food Hygiene Level 2 and minibus training, which helps me support the team and residents in lots of different ways.

What I enjoy most is the homely feel here – it really does feel like one big family. We have such a laugh with the residents, and those fun moments mean a lot. I’m always around if anyone needs anything, whether it’s answering a quick question or calling a family member to sort something out. I’ve got A Levels in Business Studies and Media, which have definitely helped with staying organised and keeping things running smoothly.
Frequently Asked Questions about Home Close
What types of Care is Home Close registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Home Close have?
There are 72 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Home Close?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Home Close to the centre of Cambridge?
4.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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