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The home opened a new purpose-built extension of 22 beds in late 2018 which caters for both residential and nursing residents as well...
Care Provided by The Lawns
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 63 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
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
An assessment under the NHS framework for Funded Nursing Care will involve a checklist being completed and sent to the NHS team, this will be reviewed by the NHS and may require for them to complete a full in person assessment. The decision of the outcome of this assessment will be communicated by the NHS and if granted NHS funded nursing care is paid weekly directly to the home and contributes to the overall weekly cost of care.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Lawns for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Lawns 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
- Heritage Manor Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Melanie Dawson(Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages from 18 to 120
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2018
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (63)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (32)
Visiting
- Open visiting
Parking
- On site parking
The Lawns Reviews (140)
The Lawns has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.928) out of 10, based on 47 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Lawns has 140 reviews.
Mum now feels safe, happy and cared for. She enjoys the activities provided but also enjoys time on her own.
Thank you to all the staff for making my mum feel so welcome.
Dear Heather, thank you for the review, it is lovely to hear that nothing is too much trouble and how happy cared for and safe your mum feels. I will pass your kind comments onto the team. Melanie
The manager and her team at The Lawns Nursing home have transformed my mother’s life, since she moved in August 2020. My mother was in another nursing home where her needs were not being met, which was having a huge impact on her mental health and wellbeing. My mother suffers from a number of medical issues, including stage 4 COPD, Diabetes and Dementia. When she moved in, she wasn't eating proper meals, her blood sugars were out of control, she was suffering from anxiety and generally felt unwell all of the time. They worked hard to find food she liked (including homemade diabetic puddings every day!), they found an insulin regime that worked, worked with the GP to remove unnecessary medicines (including long term steroids), resolved the anxiety issues with a combination of medication and encouraging her to leave her room and get involved in activities. Eight months on, she now eats three meals a day, her appetite has improved, her blood sugars are stable, she feels a lot better and is happy!
Many thanks for the review; I will pass on the comments to the team, who are always pleased to see their hard work recognised.
Our mum suffered a stroke at home and had a brief stay in hospital. We did not think that she was ready to go home and so The Lawns agreed to take mum at very short notice for what we thought would be a period of recovery. Due to the covid restrictions, we could not visit but the staff kept us updated at least once a day. Mum was very comfortable and was having wonderful care from all the staff. Sadly, mum faded quickly and thankfully we were able to be with her when she passed away. We will always be grateful for the care and kindness shown to our mum in her last days.
Many thanks for your kind words it was a pleasure to provide care for your mum and enable you as a family to spend time with her - I will pass your thanks to Team Lawns, Melanie
My mum became a resident in September 2020. She was an end of life resident. The care, kindness and overall treatment given to mum as well as myself and dad was fantastic. We were able to see mum every day through covid and during lockdown. Those visits meant an awful lot. Management were there at the end also and the support was lovely.
Thank you for such a lovely review of the care provided by Team Lawns for your mum, we are so pleased to have been able to support you all in this difficult time, made harder by restrictions, I will pass on your comments to the team. Melanie
Our daughter, aged 43 years, was cared for at The Lawns for a period of 16 months before passing away in December 2020. She suffered from a rare degenerative brain disease. We found the care provided by everyone at The Lawns to be excellent. The staff were all very caring and showed considerable compassion when caring for our daughter. The nursing staff and management kept us fully informed of her condition, at a time when Covid 19 rules restricted visits. The manager liaised regularly with our daughter's consultant in Sheffield, ensuring that he was fully aware of any changes and that her medication could be adjusted accordingly. Her room was excellent and was always kept clean by the housekeeping team. Our daughter loved her food and always enjoyed the meals served.
Dearest Ann, it was a very great pleasure for the whole of Team Lawns to be involved with the care of your daughter - she will always hold a special place in our hearts, a very very special person. I will pass you very kind comments onto the whole team, Melanie
The Lawns is an experience in itself. The manager and her team are amazing, their person-centred care is first class. While our loved one was in their care, we were all coping with Coronavirus. We were not at all worried. The measures that were taken enabled staff, clients and visitors to remain safe as well as giving excellent care. Thank you all - my 8 o'clock clap will be for you.
It is always a great honour and a pleasure to provide care for our amazing residents - even more so at these trying times. Melanie
My mother has been a resident at The Lawns for several weeks and we have no complaints. I would highly recommend The Lawns for anyone needing care. All the staff are helpful and friendly and my mother is well taken care of. She has digestive problems and severe food intolerances and they do their best to accommodate this, a big difference to being in the hospital where she was literally starving to death.
Many thanks for the kind review - we try our very best and it is good to know this is appreciated, Melanie.
The Lawns is in the middle of a make-over which is improving. The carpets need replacing (dirty).
Overall good.
Surprise that you have indicated these negative comments, as we have only just completed a full refurbishment of your sister's room...
The Lawns have now got him walking (with a zimmer frame) moving from bed to wheelchair etc on his own and able to attend to most of his daily needs without help. He has learned to propel his wheelchair himself to move bigger distances. I am now planning for him to come back and live at home.
I will pass on your kind words to the team - Melanie
Following a knee replacement, my mother needed a period of rehabilitation and the consultant, along with several friends recommended The Lawns. The admission process was very easy, so this helped minimise the stress. On the day she was taken to her room and told everything she needed to know. Staff were very caring, only helping when needed to aid recovery. Nursing staff were diligent, food was excellent.
Many thanks - I will pass your comments onto my team. Melanie
The love, care and compassion shown to our father in his last few weeks was outstanding. This comment applies, without exception, to every member of staff involved in caring for him and making sure he was comfortable at all times. Everyone went out of their way to make sure that we understood what was happening with Dad and the care and support we received on his last day was amazing and made his death so much easier for us to cope with. We would all, without hesitation, recommend The Lawns to anyone looking for end of life care for a family member. Visitors are welcome at all times and are made to feel part of The Lawns family. The Lawns management staff and staff deserve every award they win. Thank you.
Many many thanks for your kind words, I will pass these on to the team. It was a pleasure for us all to be part of your father's care journey. Melanie.
I know that nursing care can be challenging and I greatly appreciate how passionate the team at The Lawns are in their role. Thank you to the carers who have taken time out of their break times to spend time with Mum.
The Lawns felt like my second home during the time Mum was there. I was always made to feel very welcome.
Thank you and very best wishes to the team.
Melanie.
The care and support given to my mum is second to none. All staff members are caring and attentive. Mum is very happy and content here and because of this, the family can rest easy knowing that all is well with mum. We would highly recommend The Lawns for all loved ones.
Thank you for the review - we are pleased that your Mum is enjoying her time with us at The Lawns - I will pass your comments on. Melanie.
The staff provide wonderful care and support to our mother and to us, as a family.
Many thanks for the review - We are really pleased that you and your mother are happy with the care and support we provide - Manager
Wonderful caring staff who deal with problems with efficiency and care. They do a great job in difficult circumstances.
Many thanks, it is always lovely to receive compliments for the team on the work they do. I will ensure this is passed onto them.
Mum felt safe and secure and well looked after.
The best thing was my dad who visited mum every day was included in the activities and always made to feel very welcome.
Thank you.
Many thanks for your kind review Judith - it was a pleasure for us to care for both Mum and Dad at this difficult time in your lives.
Very welcoming and friendly staff. Beautiful five stars facilities rooms, dining area and gardens. The staff are attentive and respond to any concerns. They keep us well informed regarding any health or medication issues. A very good range of activities each week including exercise, singing art and craft etc.
Many thanks for all your kind words - I will ensure the team are made aware of this very positive review for our residential unit. Melanie
The treatments and care she and I received could not have been better. She was treated with kindness and dignity. The staff were all friendly, helpful and considerate. I am so glad she ended her life here.
We are so pleased you chose us to be part of the care journey for your mother and you feel we have provided excellent care. Kindest regards and thoughts - Manager
My request was she would be kept clean in comfort, feed, and free from pain. All these requests have been met and that aff have all been wonderful.
Many thanks for your kind words, it is nice to know that your wife is receiving the care you expected, I will pass on your comments to the team, Thanks Melanie
The Lawns is a lovely environment for their patients.
Many thanks for the positive review - I will pass these onto the team. Kindest Regards.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 16 November 2022Good
- 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 (3)
- 04 Nov 2023Recipient: Heritage Manor Ltd
- 01 Jan 2023Recipient: Heritage Manor Ltd
- 20 Sep 2022Recipient: The Lawns
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for The Lawns.
Meet the Team (7)

I have been a registered nurse for over 40 years and the registered manager of The Lawns since January 2019.
The mission statement of Heritage Manor is the goal for my working day, "to provide warm and friendly care in a homely environment delivered by motivated and well-trained staff to enable residents to live their best life
Most importantly, the need to enable residents to live their best lives is at the forefront of all of my strategic planning and how I manage my team.
I am most proud of Team Lawns, who strive to provide the best every day.

Sam is a Registered General Nurse, a dedicated professional with experience in Hospice Care and Nursing Home Care.
Sam is the lead clinician on the nursing unit for The Lawns and is a deputy manager who supports the day-to-day operations of the unit and the home, ensures care runs smoothly, and targets are met.
Sam provides guidance and steps in when the manager is unavailable.
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills are key skills for her role.

Michelle is a deputy manager who supports the day-to-day operations of the residential unit to ensure care runs smoothly and targets are met.
She works closely with her team, providing guidance.Michelle is passionate about care and experienced in dementia care.
I volunteer for cat protection and am a beautician in my spare time.

Kevin is the creative force behind the kitchen, setting the vision, standards, and rhythm of every service.
Kevin leads the team with precision and passion; they are turning ingredients into experiences.
Part artist, part strategist, they balance flavour, timing, and leadership to bring a menu to life.
Menus are crafted to meet residents' likes, dislikes and passions, and the meal time experience is at the forefront of our work.

Sarah joins the team with a wealth of administrative experience.
She is responsible for keeping the admin side of the home ticking and dealing with finance.

Jenny manages the housekeeping and laundry team and is responsible for all aspects of keeping The Lawns clean and tidy.

Kerry joined The Lawns team in 2025, bringing with her a wealth of experience working in social care and specialising in activities.
Kerry leads a team who are tasked with implementing the activity programme to enable our residents to live their best lives.
The programme is crafted around residents' interests and experiences, and a little magic is added in to enable our residents to live their best life.
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