





Resthaven offers 24 hours of residential and nursing care set amidst some of the finest countryside in Gloucestershire with panoramic views over the Painswick valley.
The care is nurse-led 24 hours a day and is unusual in the high level of qualified nurses (including mental health nurses) that are on every shift. The team has deep knowledge and understanding of dementia care and end of life care.
Each resident has a...
Care Provided by Resthaven Care Home
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 42 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- 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
The above fees are dependent on individual care needs. Please contact our care home for help and advice.
Included in the fees are: care, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, housekeeping, personal laundry, meals, refreshments, afternoon tea, birthday cakes, mini bus trips out, daily activities, entertainment, community visits, telephone bill, TV and licence, WIFI, weekly GP visit, free eye tests.
Not included in the fee but available are: Hair dressing, foot care, dentist, newspapers, and sundries.
Contact Resthaven 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)
Good to Know
Owner
- Kenmore Restheaven Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Karen Shaw (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (42)
Visiting
- At any time -Visitors and families welcome.
Parking
- Two large car parks
Resthaven Care Home Reviews (84)
Resthaven Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.535) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Resthaven Care Home has 84 reviews.
I visit Grandma weekly and I am very disappointed with her care, in particular the state of her room. Today I arrived and a drink had been spilt all over the floor. I asked for a mop in order to clean it myself but after a short while I was told the cleaners had left and there was no access to a mop. I cleaned it with paper towels but this left the floor sticky. I asked again for a mop and was again told there was no way to access one. I filled her wash bowl with hot water and used a towel to clean it on my hands and knees. Getting down on the floor allowed me to see how dirty it really was. Disgusting. At this point someone arrived with a mop and offered to help but I continued and finished cleaning myself. Her draws had sticky gunk all over them. There was food under her bed. Her foot rest looked as though it had vomit on. It had been shoved behind her door out of sight and I confess to leaving it.. I wonder if it will be in the same state next week when I visit?
Following our discussions, the Manager has arranged for your grandmother's room to receive a deep clean twice weekly and has spoken with the team to reinforce...
In the six months Anita has been in the care of Resthaven, I cannot fault the care she has received. All the staff have been so kind, compassionate and friendly to Anita and myself. It was a worry for me to try and find a nursing home for Anita but I can relax now knowing I made the right choice. Resthaven is perfect!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that Anita has settled in so well and that our team has made both of you feel supported and cared for. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we'll be sure to share them with our staff, who work hard every day to make Resthaven feel like home.
My partner Sandra was in the care of rest haven for 5 months at which time she received the best care by very caring staff and nothing was to much trouble always helpful kind and caring I found my self visiting Sandra every day and I felt I made so many new friends and memories I shall never forget thank you seems a small gesture they made the last few months of her life comfortable and and secure and even at the last few days of her life I felt comfort in knowing how well she was cared for I just want to thank everyone for your kindness and kind words at the end the support I received was so comforting love to you all From Adrian and Sandy xxxx
Thank you so much, Adrian, for sharing such a heartfelt message. We are truly touched by your kind words. It means a great deal to hear that Sandra felt comfortable and well cared for, and that you felt supported during such a difficult time. Our staff take great pride in providing compassionate care, and knowing that we were able to make her final months peaceful and secure is deeply meaningful.
Dad was admitted to Resthaven in December 2025 after having a stroke. Although dad has found it hard to communicate due to having limited speech the staff have found ways to communicate with him. All the staff/management have been friendly, welcoming and caring. They have gone above and beyond to help Dad settle in well. At the end of this month it was dads birthday, staff sang happy birthday to dad along with a cake, this made his day that extra bit special. I am so pleased we found Resthaven. Family and friends when they have visited have also said what a lovely place it is from the location to the friendly/welcoming staff the cleanliness and the smell of home cooked food.
We're especially pleased that his birthday celebration made his day extra special. Your...
I was privileged to be able to attend the choir concert at Resthaven, which was very enjoyable. The choir members sang with enthusiasm and gusto and looked very professional in their choir t-shirts. There was a great variety of songs and audience participation was encouraged too. Everyone seems to enjoy themselves - a fantastic afternoon. Looking forward to the next one.
We were recommended to Resthaven and have not been disappointed.
A cheerful welcome at reception and from the staff in the conservatory where my mother was seated. The big, airy room was clean and tidy and the friendly staff offered us tea/coffee. We passed my mother's room when leaving and this too was very clean, neat and tidy. A very good visit.
Our mother had complex and rapidly evolving needs as her ongoing paralysis grew steadily worse. Her brain remained as sharp as mustard till the day she died, but by the end, she was paralysed from the neck down, could hardly talk and needed help with every aspect of life and personal care.
The Resthaven staff were consistently kind, attentive and patient - listening carefully to her and treating mother with real dignity and respect to the end.
In our experience, Resthaven fosters a staff that is that rare combination of being ultra-professional and well-trained with genuine human warmth and a patient-first mentality.
We can't thank them enough.
Thank you for such a very positive review. We are very happy that we were able to offer and deliver the care that your mother-in-law required to live a life that she felt allowed her to maintain her dignity.
We have always found Resthaven Care Home friendly and helpful. The care is personal and respectful.
We visit my brother-in-law every week. We have a 2-hour journey from Wales and invariably, when we arrive, we are offered tea and a warm welcome. My brother-in-law is well cared for and always washed and dressed when we arrive. He has settled in well and thanks to all the staff, has made good relationships with both carers and patients. The facilities are good and meet his needs. We are particularly impressed by the friendliness and professionalism of all the staff we have encountered. The cleanliness of his room and all service areas is of a high standard. The whole family are impressed and grateful that he has found a d second home.
A good variety of food and drink is available to residents and any special needs are catered for.
Since being in Resthaven my Wife has responded to the stimulus of the excellent caring of staff and management to such an extent that she recognises me on every daily visit. This means so much to me. She is happy!
The support group for our loved ones is a lovely idea and I enjoy the group very much.
Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoy the support group. If there is ever any further help you require, please don't hesitate to let us know.
Mum seems happy so I am happy. Have you got a new cook? The food is much better now and Mum has noticed the difference. All the staff are wonderful. Thank you for looking after my mother so well.
This has been a really valuable group to meet other residents' families and gain some peer support. It's reassuring to know you're not alone. The group and the staff at Resthaven provide a safe space to talk about the challenges we face as family members and it's lovely to hear and share positive experiences.
Since mum's admittance, we have been visiting regularly and have been pleased and impressed by the care and attention given to both mum and all the other patients. Would recommend Resthaven for any family who has a member needing the treatment and care they require.
Resthaven is a lovely home. The staff are dedicated and caring. They listen and take action if issues are reported. Thank you for looking after my mum.
Nice to come here and connect with other family members, everyone is very supportive and understanding. Really helpful group to know you are not alone.
The best home yet. I am really pleased to have found Resthaven. Especially after the last home my husband was in.
My mother was a resident at Resthaven for the last six months of her life. The facilities are good, the activities engaging and varied, food is excellent, as is the cleanliness of the home. The first room Mum was in was rather small but when a bigger room was available she was moved and it was lovely. The location is beautiful but the outstanding memory I will have is the staff who were all fantastic - caring, compassionate, professional and just friendly and helpful.
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We are pleased to welcome Karen to the Resthaven team as Manager of the home.
Frequently Asked Questions about Resthaven Care Home
What types of Care is Resthaven Care Home 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 Resthaven Care Home have?
There are 42 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Resthaven Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, 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 Resthaven Care Home to the centre of Stroud?
1.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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