
Mum originally came in for 2 weeks of respite care and felt so settled that she decided to stay.J B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



Mum originally came in for 2 weeks of respite care and felt so settled that she decided to stay.J B(Daughter of Resident/Service User)



Branston Court Care Home, situated in a peaceful residential community in Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, supports older people to lead their best lives with personalised nursing and residential dementia care.
Bonded by a shared commitment to delivering the highest quality care to residents, every member of the care team strives to ensure residents truly feel at home at Branston Court. While the care team design a comprehensive activity programme, supporting...
Care Provided by Branston Court Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 45 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
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Branston Court Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Branston Court 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
Group / Owner
- HC-One
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Ruth Thomson (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2006
Room Information
- Single Rooms (45)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (9)
Branston Court Care Home Reviews (85)
Branston Court Care Home has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.949) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Branston Court Care Home has 85 reviews.
My husband, unfortunately, came into Branston Court, last August. I had no idea what I was to expect, when I finally got to see him (due to covid). He is looking fabulous. The care staff and management are spot on. His room is nice and well looked after. The management always keeps me updated. I receive a newsletter monthly, which I enjoy reading. His food always looks amazing. I will never be able to thank the staff enough. I now don't have to worry about him. He is happy.
My dad had been in hospital since January 2022 with a cocktail of health problems and I was passing Branston Court Home. I had heard excellent reviews about them. I stopped and rang the bell and was greeted by the manager. She was very welcoming and helpful and I asked if there was any room for my dad. She said yes and from that moment I felt relief that dad was going to be cared for in the way he deserved. Since Dad has been there, he has been treated with respect, love and care. He has settled in beautifully and the whole family are very happy with his care!
Mum has settled in far better than I could ever have imagined or hoped for. This is down to the superb team who welcomed her with open arms. Although Mum has only been here for a matter of weeks, she is really happy to call Branston Court her home. The care and facilities are the best we, as a family, have encountered and we have complete peace of mind. A massive thank you to the whole team.
Having worked as a senior manager in social care for 30 years, this is the best care home I have ever seen. My mother became a resident on 28th February 2022. I can't fault anything about Branston Court. Mum has settled well and feels safe and cared for. She has made the decision to remain at Branston Court. The manager and team are amazing, responsive and approachable. Nothing is too much trouble for the residents or us as the family. Brilliant resource!
My dad has been at Branston Court for three years now and the care he has received from day one has been first class. The facilties are of a high standard amd always clean. Communication from the staff and their undertsanding of dads condition is a great comfort. I would highly recommend Branston Court.
Following a six-week stay in hospital my dad's care was transferred to Branston Court Care Home, within days I noticed a positive change in him. In June of this year, he suffered a stroke and was given a short time to live. Since then he has been returned to the care home where his condition has gradually improved, helped by the high standard and professionalism of care afforded to him by the wonderful staff and management at Branston Court Care Home.
All I can say is that the four weeks that my mother spent at Branston Court were the best she had enjoyed for many months. The care and attention she received were second to none and helped her to settle in so easily. She was so happy here and the sadness is that her time here was so short. A sincere and heartfelt 'thank you' to the Manager and all her wonderful staff.
Mum has been here for 12 months and I'm very happy with her care. I know she loves it here. They have also supported me.
Mum arrived at Branston Court confused, lonely and losing weight. The staff have been incredible; they are kind, thoughtful and genuinely care. I am informed regularly about Mum's health and wellbeing, and thanks to their expertise and nurture, she is happy and gaining weight - I cannot thank them enough!
Amazing, wonderful care with respect and empathy. The staff are always willing to let me know how my friend has been. Again a most amazing establishment. Thank you, so well organised and managed with residents the most important people.
The staff and management at Branston Court Care Home are doing an excellent job looking after my mum who is now over 100 years old.
I was determined to try and get Mum a place at Branston Court because it has such a great reputation and it was highly recommended by a family friend. As soon as we walked into meet the manager on the first day (a few days before Mum's place was confirmed), I knew Mum would be looked after and cared for. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Mum has now been here for 3 days and she is starting to eat again and mobilise. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff who all genuinely want Mum to flourish again.
After receiving a recommendation from a neighbour we approached Branston Court and were very pleased with the professional manner especially in relation to covid restrictions. As a result, dad moved in and is settled and happy. We feel all the staff involved with dads care are willing to go the extra mile. Nothing is too much trouble. I would have no hesitation in recommending Branston Court.
Husband admitted from another care home where he was not happy. Branston Court are brilliant - the staff have been so nice and polite. The home manager is fantastic. I could not want better care for my husband.
Mum is very happy and settled, she enjoys the activities very much. I am very pleased with how she is treated and the staff are great.
The staff are excellent. The meals are very good and on time. Also, the staff are very pleasant and helpful. I would recommend Branston Court Care Home to anyone who could be a bit nervous about staying here.
Would like to express my thanks and appreciation to all the night staff who were wonderful to mum during her last night.
When we first came to Branston COurt we were welcomed in a professional manner by the manager and staff. It was clear it was a well-run establishment. On bringing our dear one in we were again made to feel reassured. Since lockdown, we have been even more impressed by the care, love and dedication shown to my mother and to us by the manager and her staff. We are lucky and happy mother is in such good hands. Thank you all.
Very caring staff who took time to get to know Mum. They were very gentle and attentive to Mum's needs and always supportive of our visits at such a difficult time. Allowing us to have a ground floor window room meant we spent Mum's final weeks able to see her and spend valuable time together after ten weeks apart.
When I first visited my husband on his first day here I cried because he was so happy and settled. The staff are so caring and treat him with respect and dignity. The past few months have been difficult for us both but it is like a home from home. Finally this week with a lot of help from the manager his placement has been confirmed which has been a big worry and made me feel poorly. The sympathetic manner in which we as a family are always treated is so very much appreciated.
Bed Vacancies
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News (12) & Events (0)
- 02 Dec 2025
HC-One’s Branston Court Care Home in Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire, is inviting the local community to join in the festive celebrations with a Christmas Friends and Family Open Day on Monday 15th...
- 04 Jun 2025
HC-One care homes across Britain are preparing to open their doors to welcome in visitors from their local communities to join them in this year’s Care Home Open Week celebrations...
- 20 Nov 2024
HC-One care homes across the UK are marking International Men’s Day on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, which aims to raise awareness of men’s wellbeing. HC-One resident’s wellbeing is a key...
There are no upcoming events for Branston Court Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (9)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: HC-One
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: Branston Court Care Home
- 28 Feb 2023Recipient: HC-One
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

What does ‘kindness’ mean to you?
“To me, it means being person-centred and caring for residents both individually and holistically.”
As a Registered Nurse and specialist in Adult Nursing, Ruth has gained a wealth of experience in providing care and nursing support to elderly people, to enrich their lives. She is a knowledgeable and dedicated leader who is passionate about delivering the highest standards of care and quality of life for residents.
Having worked in the care sector for many years, Ruth closely shares HC-One’s vision in aiming to provide the kindest care for each and every resident. She extends this caring approach to her colleagues and works closely with them to deliver care and support to residents in a way that they gain the most benefit, in a warm and welcoming home.
When asked why she originally chose to work in the care sector, Ruth said:
“It was because I love caring for people. It’s something that started when my grandad was poorly when I was eight and I needed to help put his socks on, I took real pride in caring for him. I’ve never worked in any other sector.”
When asked what she enjoys most about her role, Ruth remarked:
“I enjoy leading my team and encouraging them to create great things, plus I love working in a family-friendly environment”.
Ruth has also achieved much outside of work, with her proudest achievement being a mother to two sons. Outside of work, Ruth enjoys spending time with her husband and two boys, especially taking them to play for their football teams. She also enjoys watching Derby County.
If you would like to find out more about Branston Court, Ruth would be delighted to have an informal discussion with you to answer any questions and provide further information.
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