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The home enjoys stunning views over the Downs and has 51 individual bedrooms. 43 are en-suite.
There is also a suite for couples and guests for privacy. The home has two large lounges and a sun lounge for relaxation.
Downs View has recently had the benefit of a dementia-specific designed, large...
Care Provided by Downs View Care Centre
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 51 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
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
All fees determined following individual assessment
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Downs View Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Downs View Care Centre 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
- Coate Water Care Co Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Gemma Herbert(Care 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: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2019
Room Information
- Single Rooms (49)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (1)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (40)
Visiting
- No set visiting times, visitors welcome at any time
Parking
- On site parking available
Downs View Care Centre Reviews (64)
Downs View Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.700) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Downs View Care Centre has 64 reviews.
Always caring and give appropriate attention to each resident. Covid procedures followed where necessary. Carers work hard to keep the residents happy. Room kept very clean and can be personalised. Good Christmas party for residents and families.
Thank you for your kind review, I will pass your comments on to the manager and her team. They are a fantastic team who work hard to deliver the kind of care that we would all want and expect for ourselves and loved ones. We are glad you enjoyed the Christmas party!
My mum moved into the care home last June. This was the hardest thing I ever had to do! But the care mum has received is outstanding. Covid didn't help as we weren't allowed to see her. Now we can see mum, it's lovely to see her settled and getting around the clock care she needs. Thank you
Thank you for your comments, I personally experienced the loving care and support of the staff at Downs View when my mother was a resident there. It will always have a special place in my family's heart.
I find a very pleasant and friendly atmosphere here. The residents are happy and my cousin has always said how much she loves being here and how lovely everybody is.
Thank you for taking the time to complete a review of the home. Staff will be pleased to hear about your experience and work very hard to ensure the home is a happy and settled place for residents.
The staff show understanding and respect for the residents and are also very understanding of the relative's worries and help to reassure them by caring and being very informative.
Thank you for your review of Downs View. The staff team are well trained and supported which means they are confident in the care and support they provide to residents. I will make sure that the staff team see your comments.
I have every confidence with the care my mum is getting.
The care and support my mum receives is excellent. Staff are always patient and kind and I am confident she is well cared for, although we have not been able to see mum due to the present lockdown being in place.
My mother was extremely happy and very well looked after and loved.
My father has been extremely well looked after during the past year, especially during the covid pandemic. All staff are approachable and are able to answer my queries.
My mother was a very difficult patient when she first went into Downs View, and she was still treated with the greatest respect. She is now bedridden, and she is still cared for in the same way. I have nothing but praise for the staff and their kindness towards her.
Thank you, John, your mother has been with us at Downs View for many years, I remember how lively she was when she first came to live at Downs View. Your comments are valued. Geraldine.
My mother has received wonderful care and attention from your staff, and she appears to be very happy in her way, with everybody who looks after her.
I have always found the staff very approachable, always there with a friendly ear if you need it. They have always treated my mum with dignity and shown her great care and love. It is a great comfort to me and my family to know that she is so well cared for, especially now with the situation regarding Coronavirus. They have been fantastic throughout this difficult time and we have been able to FaceTime Mum on a regular basis and see that she is happy and healthy during the time we have not been able to visit her. Can't thank them enough.
Thank you for your review of our home. We are delighted that you are so pleased with the care and support offered by our staff team. We will pass your comments on to them.
I am extremely happy with Downs View Care Centre as all the staff go above and beyond to make sure all residents are safe and happy. Since lockdown it's been lovely to see all photos on Facebook and I can see all their smiling faces as they enjoy all the activities you are providing so well done for that. Can't wait to see the next lot. It's been the best decision I have made because all the staff are friendly and always willing to help.
Thank you for such a positive review of our home. Covid 19 has certainly made communication with our residents a challenge, and we have used Skype and other means to enable as much family contact as possible. We are glad that you have enjoyed our photographs which we have posted. I will pass your positive comments onto the staff team.
Fantastic care from all staff, making Mum feel at home. Thank you!
Thank you for taking the time to send in a review of our home. We take great pride in maintaining our approach which led to our "Outstanding" rating with CQC.
I am very happy with the care my mother receives at Downsview. The staff are wonderful and take such good care of all the residents, especially over the last few months when I have been unable to visit. The photos of activities posted on Facebook have been lovely. A huge 'thank you' to all staff.
Thank you for your kind comments, it means so much to the staff.
Staff work very hard in challenging circumstances but deal with things very well in a professional and calm manner. Our visits have always found the staff to be happy and cheerful towards residents and my mother always appears happy and contented.
My father suffers from dementia and is blind. The staff are caring, understanding and help the residents keep their dignity, as well as supporting families at this difficult time. All staff are pleasant and hard working and always have a smile. Thank you to all.
Mum moved into Downs View Care Centre due to dementia and Alzheimers. I was always kept up to date and nothing was ever too much trouble. From Xmas '17, Mum became very ill and ended up in hospital. Mum refused to eat and drink and pulled out needles telling me that she did not want them working closely with the unit leader and manager. A full end of life was put into place with Mum going back to Downs View Care Centre. She was treated with dignity and respect and I could not fault. Thank you to all the care staff. Excellent.
We are very pleased with my father's care and he seems very happy to be in here. Every time we come and visit my dad, everyone is very happy and the carers are lovely and very caring. We love the garden and sitting out there in the summer. They organise a lot of things for the residents and my dad joins in which he never did when he lived at home. No complaints.
The facility was very well maintained with lots of carefully planned items for the residents to engage with, even down to photographs on walls and colour schemes. The accommodation is excellent and well thought out. The staff were all friendly, caring and professional and the manager was welcoming, courteous and professional. Our family friend was well cared for and was also content in her surroundings which is vital to her needs. The conservatory is stunning. This is not the first time I have been to the home as we have had other family friends there over the years and I can only see improvement. The home doesn't feel clinical or smell like a care home, but feels like a friendly welcoming shared facility that allows friends, family and loved ones to be where they need to be at a time they need the support.
Warm friendly home with great staff team. Visited a friend there and was amazed by the kindness of all the staff. My friend is so happy and all other people appear happy and well looked after. There was training happening with staff but they allowed residents to sit in and they were not asked to leave at any point.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 12 February 2026Good
- 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
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Downs View Care Centre
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