Welcome to Hassingham House Care Centre in Hingham, Norfolk. Situated in a pretty Georgian market town Hassingham House offers 24-hour neurological and spinal injury nursing care for those over the age of 30 and expert nursing care for persons aged 65 and over, in one community. They are blessed with a long-serving team of nursing and support staff that provide high-quality, person-centred care within a homely environment. They offer long-term,...
Care Provided by Hassingham House Care Centre
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 46 Service Users
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
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
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Contact Hassingham House Care Centre 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
- Forest Healthcare
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jane Shiner (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 30+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (42)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (42)
Hassingham House Care Centre Reviews (57)
Hassingham House Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.380) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hassingham House Care Centre has 57 reviews.
In her final week, the nurses and carers were exemplary. They monitored her extremely closely and always ensured she was comfortable, pain-free and peaceful. They were also extremely kind to me, keeping me informed, supporting me through a difficult time and generally being very caring. This has also continued after her death.
The nurses at the home helped me fulfil my requirements, to keep her as happy and healthy as possible and to keep her out of hospital. I could not have wished for her final few months to have been any better.
Management is great, and time is always taken to speak with you if required. Patients are well looked after, kept clean and the rooms tidy.
Absolute 10/10 well done.
Many congratulations to all the Hassingham House staff that put so much effort in to make today's 'Mad Hatter's Tea Party' such an enjoyable and fun event. The costumes were all brilliant, and the tea provided was excellent! With coronavirus looming large in the future, this was a ray of sunshine amongst all the doom and gloom on the TV! Well done to everyone!
My mother-in-law has been living at Hassingham House for 3 years. During this time the quality of care that she has received has been excellent. All of the staff are very caring, they have time for the residents and treat them with respect and dignity. The manager is fantastic, always has time to speak to relatives, keeps us updated and is hands-on when needed. I was not surprised that they were recognised as 'Outstanding' by the CQC which I totally agree with. I would not hesitate to recommend them.
The staff try to make the care centre friendly, they do a good job. Food is always of a high standard, if I visit when cups of tea are being served, I am always offered one. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff. There is very good contact with management, I am kept informed as and when I need to be. Entertainment is good, always something going on. My daughter is happy with the staff, they make it as much like a home as they can. Well done to all at Hassingham House.
We always get a friendly welcome when we visit mum. The staff always have time for a chat and give us an update on how she is doing. We know That mum is cared for 24/7 and that if there are any issues we will be contacted immediately. We can't thank the management and staff enough for what they do for mum.
Hassomgha, House is a caring environment for people with complex medical and emotional needs. The dementia care is outstanding, and every resident is treated as an individual and with the utmost respect. The manager has made many changes and improvements, and the standards are extremely high. I can't recommend the care home enough.
My mum has been in Hassingham House for over one year. She has challenging behaviour due to her dementia but the staff manage it really well and are very understanding of mum’s complex needs. I am very happy with all aspects of the home and would definitely recommend it to others.
Food is prepared fresh on site with a good choice and the catering staff are happy to facilitate any dietary needs. Cleanliness is maintained at the highest standards throughout the whole building. There are plenty of activities for residents in both day rooms and for those, like my mum, who are immobile, staff will include them in an appropriate way. The manager is always approachable and willing to listen. I am confident that Mum is being well cared for in a safe and well run home which I would not hesitate to recommend.
Lovely place! Positive attitude, an area so important and that is recognised the moment you walk in. Everyone here is positive, happy and with talkative personalities, plus the staff, whose attitude reflects in the people that must stay here. Great job and a pleasure!
By far the best care facility in Norfolk! My Dad has been a resident here for the past 4 years and I can't honestly think of a better place for him. My Dad suffers from dementia and can be very challenging with his behaviour and the staff are excellent at dealing with him. The home is very well led by the manager and her team any little niggle is always sorted out promptly. The residents are so well looked after and just like extended family. A trip to Great Yarmouth was organised for the residents and a lovely day was enjoyed by all! Without the help of the staff I wouldn't have been able to have considered taking dad on a day trip mainly due to his behaviour but the support I received in attending the trip was magnificent and I will always cherish that I was able to share this with my Dad a memory that I'll hold dear. The staff really go above and beyond their remit in making the residents happy.
He has had respite there for the last 9 years. I would recommend the home to anybody. The care is really good and the manager will always be there to help and support your views.
My husband is a resident. I think it's one of the best care homes in Norfolk.
The manager is properly into what she does.
That lady is a professional in her domain.
Myself, I have been in over 500 care homes in the country, I will vote Hassingam House No1. in the UK.
I will send my parents there with confidence.
Strongly recommended.
Kind attentive staff - reassuring.
My mother is content and extremely well cared for. There are plenty of laughs and the feeling is just like being at home. The entertainments are great, as are the meals and catering. It is so lovely to be able to sit with my mother and look out onto open spaces, watch the birds and just feel that you are part of an extremely caring environment, I am relaxed knowing just how well my mother is cared for.
There is happiness in this home. The only insecurity is that there are not enough staff. This seems to affect all care homes or anyway the majority. Residents and their families are listened to.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 30 April 2019- Caring Outstanding
- Effective Outstanding
- Responsive Outstanding
- Safe Good
- Well-led Outstanding
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
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Awards / Recognitions (10)
- Recipient: Forest HealthcareDate: Friday 30 Jan 2026
- Recipient: Forest HealthcareDate: Friday 31 Jan 2025
- Recipient: Forest HealthcareDate: Wednesday 31 Jan 2024
Meet the Team (1)
Having worked in the healthcare sector for over 15 years I have a wealth of knowledge and experience and have always been committed to ensuring all of our residents, families and staff are treated with dignity and respect.
Person-centred care and offering residents dignified care has always been a passion for me and Hassingham House Care Centre is a great place to embrace this passion. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, alongside of this I walk my two dogs and enjoy outdoor activities.
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