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Accommodating up to 40 residents, Paternoster House delivers compassionate residential, respite, dementia and nursing care. Previously operated by The Order of St John’s Trust, the home is now part of the Agincare...
Care Provided by Paternoster House
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 40 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
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- 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 Paternoster House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Paternoster House 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
- Agincare Homes Holdings Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Lindsey Worthy (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 1997
Room Information
- Single Rooms (40)
Visiting
- Visitors are welcome at any time.
Parking
- Free parking is available outside the home.
Paternoster House Reviews (56)
Paternoster House has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.603) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Paternoster House has 56 reviews.
I have been a volunteer at Paternoster House for 14/15 years. My mother-in-law was a resident, so it all started from there. It is a lovely home, not a modern home. But when you go in it feels so homely. Everyone is so friendly and they have activities it is so good. Trips out and entertainers come in so there is always something going on. I have already told them if I ever need to go into a home, it will be Paternoster House.
In our hour of need, all the staff throughout the night were fantastic. My mum didn't want to go in a home but you all made it such an easy transition even at the end my mum was treated with dignity and respect so thank you.
My mother is overall, in the best state of health and well-being that she has been for the last 2 years under the care provided by the social services.
It's a hard job looking after Gran but the team at Paternoster do a great job. They always have a smile on the face and respond with such patience. There is plenty going on to keep her amused and she is always keen to tell me about the lovely people who look after her.
The staff are very helpful and friendly. They always offer tea and biscuits when you arrive. If you require anything the staff always try and get it for you. Always lots of activities going on, which all the residents seem to enjoy and family are also welcome to join in.
They always spare you the time to answer any questions and pretty much have the answers there and then.
It is obvious from the eyes of a visitor/family member that they care unconditionally and have nothing but the best interests of all the residents. Paternoster House projects a safe, warm, clean, friendly and caring environment, ensuring the residents see it more as their own home in order for them to maintain their independence and dignity.
The facilities provided give the residents this sense of independence with regular activities, day trips and entertainment.
The staff are always friendly and welcoming, they are always willing to help. Many activities are encouraged every day of the week, which is brilliant and also lovely to see the residents enjoying themselves or hearing all about what they have been doing when you go to visit. Clean, tidy, warm and friendly.
It is very good here. I am very happy. Staff are so good with me, which makes my wife less worried.
After arriving at Paternoster House in a very poorly way after losing her husband, she rapidly made good progress and is now back to her normal self and is very happy.
My mother has been a resident for 1 year now and has improved so much during the time here. She has become much more confident and relaxed. She has a great rapport with all the staff and residents. The activities are a great addition and enjoyed by so many of the residents. I would defiantly recommend the home.
Dad enjoys it here. Lots of activities going on to participate in which also include me. Rooms kept nice, clean and tidy. Nice that the other residents talk to you too.
Mum has been a resident of Paternoster House for nearly two and a half years and during this time she has been cared for in a kind and dignified manner, in a secure and safe environment. Mum's health has not been good during this time, but the staff have helped bring her through some difficult times, promptly responding to the various challenges she has faced. We as a family are very grateful.
Our dad was treated with extreme care and they gave us our 'old dad' back within a couple of weeks, it was amazing to see him improving and something we never imagined was possible. He had been urgently admitted to a respite bed, unable to stand unaided and extremely frail - although his disabilities are obviously still there, he's a different man and we will never be able to thank the staff and volunteers enough. When the chance became available, we needed to move him closer to home, we can only hope his health continues in the same direction.
Maybe one thing of concern, difference of opinion within the nursing staff over dosage of paracetamol given to my mother. Otherwise mum is happy and well looked after.
I much appreciate you taking the time to submit this review and am glad that your Mum is happy and settled at Paternoster House. I am also pleased that I have been able to talk to you to clarify the apparent difference of opinion that had arisen regarding medication dosage and that your concern in...
Mum receives excellent care. All staff adapt quickly to her changing and deteriorating condition. The nursing staff communicate frequently with the family and the manager has been extremely helpful with advice and support. The nursing home is well rooted in the community with excellent volunteer support that adds to the welcoming and home like atmosphere. It's well supported by local GP's and pharmacies. Staff at every level contribute to mum's needs.
My mother has been living in Paternoster House since January 2015. I was very concerned about her moving into residential care but have been most impressed by the care given to her. The staff have shown themselves understanding of her needs and willing to do all they can to support her in practical matters and to respond to her feelings with sensitivity.
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Meet the Team (2)

Sharon has completed a level 3 qualification in dementia care and has completed her care certificate too. Sharon likes that every day at work is different, one day she could be organising a party, trips out or organising outdoor games the next she could be organising dementia friendly cinemas, entertainers or just arranging a varied programme of activities that are tailored to meet the residents’ interests and preferences.
Sharon’s fondest memory is when Paternoster House had two residents who turned 100, all the staff dressed in vintage clothes from a variety of era’s, and everyone enjoyed a brilliant party.
Outside of work Sharon loves taking her two terriers for a walk and socialising with friends and family.

Lindsey is the Home Manager at Paternoster House, having taken on the role permanently in March 2025. She joined the Trust in August 2020 after relocating from Devon, where she previously ran her own catering business for 10 years.
Lindsey began her OSJCT journey as a Bursar before moving to the eCare team as a Subject Matter Expert, supporting homes across divisions with the rollout of digital care planning. In 2024, she transitioned into the Trainee Home Manager role within the Oxford division, where she achieved her Level 5 qualification in Operations Management. During this time, she also supported the reopening of the day centre at Lake House in Adderbury, which had been closed since the pandemic. Lindsey is currently working towards her Level 7 Senior Leader qualification.
Lindsey finds the most rewarding part of her role is helping residents maintain their independence. She is proud to be part of a team at Paternoster that truly feels like family.
In her spare time, Lindsey enjoys travelling, gardening, and spending time with her family.
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