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Registered nurses are available on shift 24 hours a day, offering reassurance that clinical needs can be managed and responded to promptly whenever they arise.
The home is proud to have achieved the Platinum Award for the Gold Standards...
Care Provided by Ivelhurst Nursing Home Ltd
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 58 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent 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
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
All fees are dependent on level of needs and these will be pre assessed prior to admission.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Ivelhurst Nursing Home Ltd for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Ivelhurst Nursing Home Ltd 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
Owner
- Ivelhurst Nursing Home Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- James Dale (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (54)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (32)
Visiting
- 24/7
Parking
- On site Car Park
Ivelhurst Nursing Home Ltd Reviews (54)
Ivelhurst Nursing Home Ltd has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.628) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Ivelhurst Nursing Home Ltd has 54 reviews.
Staff always friendly.Obviously hard working and caring. Hospitable welcome and very cost and clean communal reception TV room. Residents are attended to carers always at hand - display kindness and patience. Feel confident my friend is looked after.
Thank you sincerely for your kind words. We truly appreciate your recognition and want to assure you that we genuinely care in what we do.
We have been entirely impressed by the level of care and organisation at Ivelhurst, since my Uncle moved there two weeks ago. The staff are kind and professional, they speak with the residents respectfully and gently, and treat each person as the individual they are. Each time we visit my Uncle, we are greeted with genuine hospitality, and we would have no reservation in recommending this excellent home.
Thank you for your kind words regarding the experience you have had at Ivelhurst Nursing Home when visiting your Uncle.
Very well looked after for 2 weeks respite care.The staff very friendly, professional and attentive. Nothing was too much trouble. Very happy stand would would go again. A room with facilities would make life easier.
Thank you for your feedback following your recent Respite stay. It was a pleasure to have you stay and you are welcome to come back anytime.
This is a home which puts the care and welfare of its residents above all else. The atmosphere is warm and friendly and there is an excellent ratio of staff to residents. The needs of each individual are assessed in detail and communicated with all the carers so that residents feel relaxed and part of a welcoming family. The food is nutritious, home cooked and plentiful, as well as being delicious. Ivelhurst is an exceptional home.
Thank you for your kind words about your experience at Ivelhurst Nursing Home.
The current day staff are wonderfully welcoming and from what we can see, are genuinely thoughtful and attentive to our friend/resident. Our friend though does require more hands-on attention than other residents and it would be reassuring at some point soon to see an extra member of staff qualified as it were to help our friend visit the toilet a little more often. This is in no way due to any form of slackness from the current staff, just simply a possible staffing number concern that should be pro-actively addressed by management.
The above said we do completely appreciate that the current day staff do their very best to meet all of our friend's needs. I very much hope that the management of this home recognise the quality of staff that they currently have. Your current day-staff are genuinely wonderful and are a credit to your management, the home, and themselves! I look forward to our next visit.
The overwhelming feeling I've had since my parents moved here in January is "caring". The staff are so welcoming, warm and attentive, and they carry out their duties not just with speed and quality but with genuine passion and love. I've never experienced anything quite like it. It has made the move a much more pleasant and enjoyable experience than any of us could have wished for. It has put my mind at ease and my parents are just so happy and comfortable. Nothing is ever too much trouble. Thank you to everyone at Ivelhurst.
Thank you so much for your kind words about your experience at Ivelhurst. I will share your review with all the staff.
The care and attention given to my mum was second to none.The staff were first class in every respect and so thoughtful and attentive. I would recommend the home to anyone.
Thank you for your kind words about your experience at Ivelhurst during your loved ones' stay. We value all feedback and I will share your comments with the staff.
My mother has resided in Ivelhurst Nursing Home for 5 months. I can honestly say I cannot find any fault in the care my mother is receiving. She is always clean. Her room and bedding are always spotless. The food is very good. Mum expresses she enjoys her meals. As a family, we are regularly updated on her wellbeing. The manager regularly sees the residents questioning to ensure they are happy with the care they are receiving. All the staff are kind and extremely respectful.
Thank you for your kind words about the experience you and your mother have had at Ivelhurst Nursing Home.
The care my father is receiving at Ivelhurst is exemplary, and we feel so lucky that there was a place for him when he needed it. He is in the latter stages of dementia. All the staff are kind, compassionate, friendly and caring. From the care and nursing team to the facilities and management team, all are approachable, hands-on and always have time to talk. The activities that are organised for the residents are enjoyable, well-managed and thoughtfully organised. The food is fantastic, especially the cakes! The standard of cleanliness is very high too. All staff treat every resident with the respect, kindness and patience they deserve. It feels that our dear dad has been welcomed into a really caring family at Ivelhurst, and we are welcomed into it too. Knowing he is well cared for, and having such support from all staff, is making a difficult time for us so much easier.
Thank you for your kind words regarding your experience at Ivelhurst Nursing Home. it is our pleasure to care for your father and also to welcome all of his family to his home.
The staff are very friendly and helpful but sometimes difficult to understand because of heavy accent. Particularly tricky for people who have difficulty with their hearing.
Management - have responded to some suggestions about various things.
Activities - have not seen any so cannot comment.
Value for money - not in a position to make a judgment. I would need to see other residential homes and compare prices.
The existing hoist used for transferring residents causes great discomfort and fear. Consider different types, please.
Laundry - some garments are damaged by too hot water.
The building is old and this is reflected in communal facilities, however, this seems to have no impact on the level of care for most residents. My mother prefers to stay in her own room and is not mobile enough to access other rooms, so is not concerned about the modernity or suitability of other rooms. What is most important to all residents must surely be the care and consideration from staff, and in my experience, it is as good as it can be, given the level of staffing - two people most of the time. A third carer would be preferable to prevent delays in responding the the call lines. I realise that there would be a financial consideration to be taken into account but is it a possibility?
Thank you for your valuable feedback regarding your experience at Ivelhurst Nursing Home. We have taken your comments on board. We are in the process of a development plan for the home which has been started with the main lounge areas having redecoration. Please be assured that residents well-being...
Our dear dad has dementia and is being cared for at Ivelhurst Nursing Home. We are very happy with the care he is receiving. All the staff are kind, caring, friendly and helpful. Everywhere is clean. The food is delicious. There are plenty of activities going on to keep the residents entertained and stimulated, it feels like dad is part of a very caring family at Ivelhurset which is so reassuring for us and we are made to feel equally as welcome when we visit.
Thank you for your kind words with regards to the care and support that your dad is receiving at Ivelhurst Nursing Home. It is our pleasure to care for your dad and to welcome his family to his home.
We unfortunately had to put my mum into end-of-life care and chose Ivelhurst we are very thankful for them because they could not have cared better for my mum than anywhere else. They made us feel so welcome and cared for my mum deeply The staff couldn't do enough for us. I've never been asked if I would like a cup of tea or coffee more than I had when I was there. All the staff were fantastic with mum and made her smile on more than one occasion, which was a great achievement in the condition that she was in. It wasn't just the care team that we knew it was the maintenance man. It was the laundry lady and the man who delivered the tea, coffee and cake every afternoon. Everyone welcomed us every day with a smile which is what we needed, so thank you so much to the staff and to the adorable nurses who made sure my mum was comfortable until she came to pass
Thank you for your kind words about your experience at Ivelhurst Nursing Home. It was our pleasure to care for your mum in her last days and to care for her family during a difficult time.
The overall view of Ivelhurst Nursing Home is very good. The care is also very good. They could improve the rooms and especially the bathrooms could do with an update as it all looks tired. The stairs could be a hazard to anyone who is mobile. Wish there was more outside space. All the staff are lovely possibly extra lovely with the residents, nurses too are very professional and keep you informed.
Thank you for your valuable comments we are in progress of a refurbishment of the home and its surroundings. We hope to improve the overall look of the home in time. We will pass the compliments to our staff and nursing team.
Very clean and tidy home. Very friendly staff. My nan looks very well cared for and is happy and safe. Plenty of food and drink always.
Thank you for your kind review of Ivelhurst Nursing Home. It is a pleasure to look after your nan.
My sister and I were extremely happy with the compassionate care our mother received whilst in Ivelhurst Nursing Home. The staff were friendly, kind, and most of all, treated our other as an individual. I would have no hesitation in recommending Ivelhurst. When our mother passed away, my sister and I were given time to grieve and not rushed in any way to vacate her room.
Thank you for your kind words about your experience at Ivelhurst Nursing Home. We are glad that you had a positive experience during a difficult time.
We were tipped off by the hospital that this was a good place to go and it was more than a home from home. The staff are attentive and professional but also an excellent team and happy people.
My mum got to know them all well and they cared for mum in every way from health and grooming, to dressing and looking after her needs. As her medical needs grew over time they managed her care with professionalism and dignity.
We were welcomed as visitors any time and gave us 6 weeks of a happy time with Mum despite her illness.
I could not imagine better care and nursing services. They do really care.
Thank you for you very kind words about your experience at Ivelhurst Nursing Home. We are so happy that you and your family had a positive experience at such a difficult times. We pride ourselves with the service we provide for our residents especially during their last stage of life.
We were very disappointed in the room, outdated furniture, shelves too high which the resident could not see, just not cosy. Difficult to get an ambulance stretcher into the room so had to be hoisted, upsetting for family.
Thank you for your valuable feedback about the experience that you had during the time that your father was with us at Ivelhurst. I am glad that the care you experienced was to the standard that we would expect as we are passionate about providing the best service. I understand the comments...
My mother-in-law, who visited twice a day, was always kept well informed of the events of the day, the care given and his health reports.
The atmosphere of the home is calm and relaxed, everybody is friendly and welcoming. Most importantly it feels like a ‘home’ when you walk in, rather than a medical facility. We will be eternally grateful for the compassion shown to my father-in-law. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this very caring and loving home for anybody looking for support for a loved one.
Thank you so much for your kind words about the experience you had with the services provided at Ivelhurst Nursing Home. One of our main objectives is to create a homely environment for our residents and their loved ones. As a home, we are passionate about providing a place for families to be able to spend time in comfort and with support during a difficult stage of life.
My mother has been a resident in Ivelhurst Nursing Home for nearly four years. The care provided has been excellent and the staff are friendly and helpful. Mum’s behaviour can be challenging but the staff meet regularly and discuss ways of dealing with this, explaining to us what methods are used to manage her care and ensure she is treated with dignity and consideration. She used to enjoy the activities but now prefers to stay in her room, although she is encouraged to join other residents occasionally. Overall, the care she has had has met, if not exceeded, our expectations. Being able to discuss Mum’s situation with the nursing team is reassuring for the family and we are confident in the care provided.
Thank you for your kind words regarding the care your mother has received during her time at Ivelhurst Nursing Home. We feel it is important to communicate and share ways of working with everyone involved in the residents' care, this includes family and friends, who have valuable, past history...
My mother was transferred here from hospital, when I visited an hour or so later she was settled into her bed. First impressions with the forms were good, staff made a good impression on me. Also, the room was warm and cosy, the surroundings clean and well-managed. My mother died here and dealt with the necessary arrangements compassionately. Overall, a good care home.
Thank you for your valuable feedback about your experience at Ivelhurst Nursing Home. I'm glad we could provide a comfortable space for you and your mother during her last days.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 03 May 2019Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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- 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.
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Meet the Team (2)

Laura is a Deputy Manager with over 25 years’ experience in the care sector. She is a Level 5 qualified leader in Leadership and Management and is known as a supportive, visible manager who is passionate about providing the best possible, person-centred care and service for everyone she supports. End-of-life care is of particular importance to Laura, and she strives to ensure the very best personalised care for each resident.

I am a caring, approachable manager who takes pride in knowing our residents and their families personally. I believe in being visible, listening carefully, and supporting both residents and staff every day. Creating a safe, happy, and homely environment is very important to me, and I am committed to ensuring everyone is treated with kindness, dignity, and respect.
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