
This care home is absolutely amazing. The care is second to none, nothing is too much troubleC P(Sister-in-law of Resident/Service User)

The home is bright, clean, positive and full of care and respect.Sarah G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


This care home is absolutely amazing. The care is second to none, nothing is too much troubleC P(Sister-in-law of Resident/Service User)

The home is bright, clean, positive and full of care and respect.Sarah G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)


The Aldbury is a dedicated dementia care home where warmth, creativity and specialist support come together to create a vibrant place to live. Designed exclusively for people living with dementia, the home combines thoughtfully planned surroundings with an uplifting atmosphere that encourages residents to remain active, engaged and connected.
Life at The Aldbury is full of colour and variety. From music, celebrations and creative activities to community events and shared moments...
Care Provided by The Aldbury
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 55 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- 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
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Aldbury for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Aldbury 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
- Colten Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Liliana Lazaroiu (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2012
Room Information
- Single Rooms (55)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (55)
Visiting
- There are no specific visiting hours at The Aldbury; all that is asked is you let the home know you are in the building by signing in on the iPad in Reception. If you are visiting outside of Reception hours, ring the bell and a member of the team will assist you.
Parking
- Parking is available on site at The Aldbury, and all visitor parking is clearly marked. When coming to view the home, please get in touch and a space can be reserved.
The Aldbury Reviews (110)
The Aldbury has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.935) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Aldbury has 110 reviews.
I could not believe it when I received a phone call saying would I like to speak to him. He was calm and placid which he had not been for months. They treat me as a friend and there is nothing too much trouble.
The nurse at our GP told me she would send her mum to this wonderful home.
I am so glad I took her advice.
This home is a wonderful home and is probably the best in the country. My dad would have died months ago if it hadn't been for the very kind staff here. They have all treated him with dignity and kindness. My dad is always kept clean and well fed. His room is always clean. The nursing staff and carers excellent. I have peace of mind and the staff are my new friends. They are so helpful when we are going through a very sad situation. My dad has also met some lovely friends at The Aldbury. Top, top marks. The staff always ask if we would like a drink.
I find the whole home very nice, comfortable and all the staff. The management are very sociable. I would recommend the home to anyone looking for a caring vicinity.
My client came in for a 4-week respite and enjoyed her 'holiday' so much she decided to stay. She has early dementia and has been able to take part in the full programme of activities including helping in the garden. The trips out have been enjoyed and her appetite has improved with all the good food she has been enjoying. My client has made many new friends both with her fellow residents and also the care staff. We are both sure we have made the right choice for her going forward.
The home is clean, tidy, friendly and has an "open door" policy for regular visitors with a full programme of activities daily for residents and visitors if they wish to join in. The food is top quality and well presented. All staff are friendly, efficient and patiently attentive to residents.
Mum came to The Aldbury after a crisis at home. This was a stressful time for all our family including Mum. The Aldbury staff could not have been more accommodating and set our minds at rest that mum was in safe and experienced hands. This was evident over the five weeks respite care mum spent at The Aldbury. It was lovely to see mum dancing and laughing when I arrived during one of the weeks organised activities - during her stay. Over the 5 weeks, I saw glimpses of my old mum, hair done, dressed nicely - things that had been important to her her entire life back in her life again. When I called The Aldbury each day I spoke to someone who was able to tell me in detail how mum had been that day, staff also called me to update me on things I'd asked about. The Aldbury also put us in touch with an Admiral nurse to support us through this difficult period, demonstrating that not only were they providing excellent care for Mum but for the rest of our family too.
My mother spent 6 months at The Aldbury and was very happy, while she was there. She had her own pleasantly decorated and furnished en-suite room on the ground floor with a window overlooking the garden. The whole two storey building was pleasant, modern and well looked after and had a central courtyard garden and car parking at the front. There was a large communal lounge. The home cooked food was excellent as was the care and facilities. Everyone was so friendly and helpful including the office staff. Mum was always kept clean and provided with clean clothes and her hair done weekly by a visiting hairdresser. The staff gave a lot of attention by chatting to mum and making sure she was happy as happy as she could be in the circumstances. They also had activities at the home every day and special activities such as their summer fete and Christmas party and went out on trips in their own minibus. They also had a nurse in attendance all the time and had close contact with a nearby doctor so help was always on hand for any eventuality.
Thank you for the care of my Mum over the years that she was a resident at The Aldbury. I could not have wished for anything better. Your care extended to all the relatives and we were always so welcomed and often enjoyed the entertainments with the residents. When it came to the end, everything was done with great dignity. I can't say thank you enough to all the team at The Aldbury.
The Aldbury is remarkable on every aspect needed by its residents. Regardless of expense. The care given could not be matched at home by family care. Even GP doctors are on tap 24/7. All aspects of required care are well taken care of. There are more staff than residents. Visitors are allowed 24/7 at any hour without notice. I visit my wife at The Aldbury every afternoon 24/7. I am very much part of my wife's daily routine. I would be very happy to personally be a resident.
Staff have also supported my dad.
The Aldbury has been outstanding from the moment we walked in. Both mum and the family have been shown care and compassion. Any questions have always been answered. The staff have been very supportive, both trained and carers. The carers have been brilliant all the way. The best interests of the resident have been the utmost importance.
There is an excellent quality of care at The Aldbury. The approach to care is proactive and tailored to the individual. I really like the four house groups and how the home is structured a big family and cosy environment. The food is excellent, my mother can be quite a fussy eater and the meals are tailored to her needs. The chef visited us when she arrived to discuss her needs.
I always get a warm welcome at The Aldbury. The gardens are lovely. I came in for lunch with my wife and we were very well looked after, the white chocolate and cranberry pudding was delicious. I look forward to coming again.
The Aldbury care home is excellent for my husband. He has settled down much better than I thought he would all the staff are excellent with him. Accommodation and food are excellent. I can visit him anytime, and the staff look after and comfort him when I leave as it's upsetting for both of us. I wish he could come home, but The Aldbury care home is the next best home for him. I wish he could stay as he is happy and well-looked after.
Very impressed by the standards of care and attention, and the fact that the staff always devote as much time as is necessary for the well being of the resident.
Completely satisfied with everything except the very high fees of £5,500 per 4 weeks plus extras and except staffing. Sometimes there are staffing difficulties (not enough to cover mealtimes - some residents in rooms for meals (one to one) and some in day room) sometimes no staff in day room.
As an independent and family–run group determined to set the highest standards in all aspects of care for the elderly, our hard-working team will be particularly pleased to see that you are "completely satisfied with everything." The...
I would like to express my thanks to the care home manager of The Aldbury for all her help and support with CHC assessment for my mum. Not all care homes have that knowledge and support. Her time, skill and knowledge has helped immensely in this daunting task. Just knowing that someone else is with you along this path, to help fight for what you feel is right for your loved one is a comfort. No matter what the outcome is .... I have admiration for The Aldbury.
My partner has dementia and can be challenging. All aspects of care are excellent, given that he can sometimes be difficult to manage.
The Aldbury is always very clean and welcoming, We are always welcomed with smiles by all members of staff we see. My dad is always clean, well dressed and looking happy. He is always very well cared for, I have never felt cause to worry about my dad while in the care of the staff at The Aldbury. Dad is given meals and snacks regularly something I know he enjoys. On a side note my young children have always been made to feel completely welcome and are free to come and see their granddad whenever they like. The staff all make a fuss of them and The Aldbury put on family activities which can involve both my dad and his grandchildren.
Dad seems very happy. He gets plenty of affection which he loves especially from the ladies. The food seems very good. Overall very happy with the care.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 31 March 2022Good
- 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 (6) & Events (0)
- 09 Jul 2026
More than 35 managers in various roles have participated in Colten Care’s third-level ‘Excel’ Leadership & Management Course in the past 18 months to two years. They include the group’s...
- 11 Mar 2025
Book lovers at The Aldbury were all smiles as they welcomed a fun visit by seven ‘oompa loompas’ from Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Staff, relatives and residents...
- 18 Feb 2025
A Strictly-style ballroom dance competition supported Colten Care has raised more than £80,000 for a Dorset-based palliative care charity. Forest Holme Hospice’s Strictly Extravaganza, which had headline sponsorship from Colten...
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Awards / Recognitions (12)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Colten Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Colten Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Colten Care Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for The Aldbury.
Meet the Team (3)

Liliana leads the team and is ultimately responsible for every aspect of life in the home, ensuring the highest standards of care and service are delivered. Her door is always open if you have questions or queries.

Victoria is responsible for leading the team of registered nurses and carers to meet the individual needs of the resident, through the delivery of consistently high levels of clinical care.

My role is to support the Home Manager and Clinical Lead in the day-to-day running of the home. The main focus of my role is high-quality care delivery. I work closely with the care team to ensure that all care staff are equipped with the knowledge, training and understanding to provide consistently high levels of care for each resident.
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