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Trained, friendly staff support people with their individual care needs.
Social activities are organised for residents to participate in if they wish.
Staff treat residents with dignity and respect.
Nutritious and tasty meals are provided for residents each day.
Care Provided by Harnham Croft 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 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
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- 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
Nursing care fees are exclusive of the FNC contributions by NHS to the home. Private contribution contribution for Nursing Care is similar as for Residential Care.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Harnham Croft Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Harnham Croft 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)
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
- Jadeas Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Steve James (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2025
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (36)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (26)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Visiting
- The home allows visitors to residents
Parking
- There is on-side parking available, including for disability vehicles.
Harnham Croft Care Home Reviews (85)
Harnham Croft Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.642) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Harnham Croft Care Home has 85 reviews.
When my mother-in-law's needs changed and she required full time care it was an anxious time for all. After visiting Harnham Croft and securing a lovely room Mum moved in. I have to say we were relieved to find high levels of care, lovely staff and a good manager in place. I personally felt very supported and the manager and other staff were available to talk to and to check things out when I needed it. Mum settled in and she was content. She attended activities which was lovely as she had been housebound for some years. It was a good experience and I wholly recommend this carehome. It is with sadness that my mother-in-law suddenly passed away and I really miss her and my visits to the carehome. You see I felt looked after too - tea and cake every afternoon!! Thanks everyone.
For the year and a half that my mother was at this Home I always found the Manager and staff helpful and friendly. My mother's wishes were listened to and she was also able to have some of her own furniture in her room. It was very refreshing to be able to speak to the Manager if there was a problem or concern with my mother. There was a very good entertainment program each week for those who wanted to participate, including a gardening club, chickens in the garden, choir and visiting dogs. The food was of a good standard and varied. They also had an excellent maintenance man who would put up pictures etc. to make my mother's room look more like her home. Whenever I was visiting my mother I always found that the care staff dealt with her with respect and dignity.
The Nursing Home provided my mother with good care, warmth, food, and support during the last two years of her life for which we are very grateful.
I had to make a fast decision about a nursing home for my father after his illness worsened and he was unable to choose a home for himself. I visited many homes in Salisbury and finally met the Manager and her team at Harnham Croft Nursing Home. I was immediately impressed by the professionalism of the home compared to others I had visited and how comfortable and relaxed it was. Not like an institution or hospital, it reminded me of my granny's house. Dad had been through a very difficult time and needed attentive care. The nurses and carers are all so friendly and experienced they put my mind at rest that he was in safe hands. The lovely views from the garden were the icing on the cake with even a view of Salisbury Cathedral to top it off!
When dad moved into Harnham Croft, although anxious he immediately bonded with the nurses and carers. Nothing was too much trouble for them and we enjoyed precious quality time together there with many pots of excellent tea, cakes and treats on offer. Over Christmas dad became very frail and the team at Harnham did so much to help cheer him up, including allowing me to decorate his room with all his Christmas decorations and organising an in-room party for all the family on Christmas day so we could be with him. When he needed medication the team were efficient and effective at getting in touch with the doctor to acquire medication. They also pre-empted issues by having medicines in store for him in case he needed them over the holiday. I can honestly say that Harnham Croft made a huge difference to the experience my family and I had of sharing the end of dad's life. Their kindness and consideration meant that we all felt involved and very well informed at all times. I cannot speak highly enough of them having had other very different experiences elsewhere. If all homes were operated this way there would be less agony reported in the newspapers.
My father was cared for between January 2013 and when he died in October 2015 in an exemplary fashion. Every consideration and kindness was given to his care and nursing needs.
After visiting and having dealings with a number of nursing homes with my mother and father in-law, I am delighted to have discovered Harnham Croft as a new home from home for my mum. It feels totally relaxed and welcoming and both my brother and I have commented that it's actually a lovely place to visit. All the staff I have met have been genuine, highly competent and caring, co-ordinated and professionally managed by the indomitable Manager who I am delighted to have looking after my mum's best interests. Safe and caring hands. Enough said.
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“Kind care is built into everything I do. It’s about going over and beyond to ensure Residents receive the kindest care possible to benefit their quality of life.”
Steve brings with him valuable experience in care home management and a strong commitment to maintaining the high standards of care and well-being we are aiming to deliver at Harnham Croft.
Steve joined us from having worked at Mavern House Nursing Home, where he was a part of their management team for the previous 11 years, holding the role of Deputy Home Manager and having stepped in as Interim Registered Manager to support the Home in the Manager’s absence. Steve has also supported his provider with secondments to other homes within his care provider group of homes, supporting them on quality and systems projects.
Steve believes that the Care Home is a community which should enrich the well-being, fulfilment and quality of life for those who live and work in the care home community.
If you would like to find out more about Harnham Croft, Irene would be delighted to have an informal discussion with you to answer any questions and provide further information.
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