
My mum is extremely well cared for. Her room is always fresh, clean and tidyDawn H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Can't give this home enough praise, it's clean, very pleasant and staff are the best I have seenDavid S(Great-grandson of Resident/Service User)

I can't speak highly enough of the staff the dignity showed to my grandma. The staff are politeJessica B(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

My mum is extremely well cared for. Her room is always fresh, clean and tidyDawn H(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Can't give this home enough praise, it's clean, very pleasant and staff are the best I have seenDavid S(Great-grandson of Resident/Service User)

I can't speak highly enough of the staff the dignity showed to my grandma. The staff are politeJessica B(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

The Old Vicarage is a family-run, award-winning care home providing affordable quality care in Clay Cross, Derbyshire.
The friendly, well-trained team ensures high standards of residential and dementia care in a comfortable, caring and compassionate environment.
Resident happiness and well-being is at the heart of the home and dedicated activity coordinators provide a daily fun, engaging and stimulating social programme designed to encourage residents to lead a fulfilled, happy and enriched...
Care Provided by The Old Vicarage
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 44 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)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Respite stays are subject to availability and minimum stay.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Old Vicarage for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Old Vicarage 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
Person in charge
- Maria Stroe (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2013
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (44)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (7)
The Old Vicarage Reviews (103)
The Old Vicarage has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.821) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Old Vicarage has 103 reviews.
My Mum and Dad have both moved to The Old Vicarage Care Home as both have mobility issues and dementia, which are accelerating and making it no longer possible to care for them at home. My brother and myself did some research and we visited The Old Vicarage and other homes. The staff at Old Vicarage and our view of the care of residents in a lovely bright big home with garden, made such a great impression straightaway, and the comparison to the other homes was a sharp contrast. We arranged for an assessment which was undertaken in a compassionate way at home. A smooth transition to living in Old Vicarage was made possible by the attentive caring staff and the professional management team. My parents have soon settled into lovely bright rooms, good food, great and varied entertainment from visits to eating out, and involvement with the Olympics, personal trainer visits and no longer living a lonely boring life. Crucially there are noticeably enough staff, all attentive and friendly.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage Care Home. We are so pleased to hear that your Mum and Dad have settled in and are enjoying the varied choice of food and entertainment. Thank you.
My mum has been in The Old Vicarage over a year now. She absolutely loves it, I have seen a massive improvement in her, she looks so well and cared for in this lovely place. All staff are amazing, nothing is too much trouble for any of them. They all work so hard, carers, cleaners, laundry, handyman, activities, they are all fantastic. Management are so approachable, any problems they deal with it in a professional manner. I'm so glad we chose The Old Vicarage for my mum, I can go home after visiting her and know that she's in good hands.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage. We are thrilled to hear that your mum absolutely loves life at The Old Vicarage and that you feel she looks so well and cared for. We are so happy that you are glad you chose our home for your mum and you can go home after visiting her, knowing that she's in good hands. Thank you.
My Mum was welcomed into The Old Vicarage family after a fall at home. From day one, we have been delighted with every aspect of her care. The staff are warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable about my Mum's needs and preferences. They always endeavour to maintain mental stimulation with a wide variety of activities. It is lovely to see photographs of my Mum on the website enjoying events as diverse as bowling and baking! The monthly magazine gives details of the daily activities so we always know what she is up to! The food is delicious and plentiful and the weekly menu is displayed clearly. Drinks and snacks are readily available and the staff works creatively to keep the residents "fed and watered" with treats such as individually made smoothies. The mission statement of The Old Vicarage is; " A superb place to live or work" and this does not happen by chance. It is a result of the hard work and dedication of all staff and an excellent, perceptive management team who maintain excellent standards. My mum is thriving at The Old Vicarage.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the Old Vicarage Care Home. We are so pleased to hear that you have been delighted by every aspect of your Mum's care and that you feel your Mum is thriving at the Old Vicarage. Thank you for your kind words.
My mother has been a resident of The Old Vicarage since January 2023, she enjoyed activities and days out whilst she was able to. Sadly, she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's/vascular dementia and her health began to deteriorate. In August/September 2023 she became bedridden for approximately 5 weeks and recovered until February 2024 when she passed away. Everyone from management, care staff, cleaners, kitchen, laundry, activities, and handyman treated her with love, care, and kindness. She passed away treated with dignity and respect.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the Old Vicarage. We are so pleased to hear that our whole team treated your Mother with the love, care, and kindness she deserved. She will be sadly missed. Thank you for your kind words.
We got to view the available rooms and were able to pick one that would suit Mum.
Mum's care needs were met with the utmost respect and every need was catered for.
All the staff go above and beyond.
The food, entertainment, and plans for weeks in advance are superb. The menu was full of great choices. I do think that the tea/coffee, biscuit trolley never stops.
Management is approachable and understanding and I can’t say enough, as are all the other staff.
We viewed a few care homes in the area. Nothing matches The Old Vicarage's standard.
You can make the room personal. Felt homely and we soon had pictures on the wall from home.
Thanks.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the Old Vicarage. We are so pleased to hear that you feel your mum's needs are met with the utmost respect and that the team goes above and beyond. Thank you.
From the second I visited The Old Vicarage, I knew it was where we had been searching for. There is always a friendly yet professional atmosphere and the staff are always welcoming and responsive at every level. Communications are clear and efficient and It has taken a great weight off my sister and my shoulders knowing that our mum is enjoying her life and being treated with compassion. The activities are amazing and provide the option of stimulation in a safe environment that my mother so desperately needed.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage. We are so pleased that you found our home to be friendly and professional. Thank you for your kind words.
My mum had to leave her home after suffering water damage as a result of a storm. Mum had to spend twelve weeks in respite care until her property was habitable again. After staying for two weeks in emergency accommodation she then moved nearer to her home and stayed for ten weeks at The Old Vicarage Care Home at Clay Cross. To begin with, Mum was very apprehensive about her stay at the care home but after a few days, the staff encouraged Mum to join in the many activities that were on offer to the residents. Mum found all the staff to be very caring, with a positive attitude and they always had a smile on their face. Nothing was too much trouble. Mum is now back at home and she has made many friends, which includes staff members who have invited her to return for day visits. As a family, we would definitely recommend The Old Vicarage Care Home to anyone. Thank you for looking after Mum so well.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage. We are so pleased to hear that Mum settled in well and that she was able to make some lovely friends during her time at our home.
The staff are approachable and always willing to help. Anything I have asked for has been no trouble for them. The atmosphere in the home is lovely with a warm, happy feeling. The care from the staff is wonderful, they are attentive in every way.
The activities are incredible with a complete diary of events for the residents. My sister doesn’t take part in the communal activities, she is given one-to-one and has been taken out several times.
I can’t express how good it is to feel your loved ones are totally looked after when you are not there. It means I can sleep at night. The food looks great and drinks are available anytime. My sister's room is very nice and kept lovely and clean. Her laundry is done efficiently and she always looks nice.
I can’t thank you all enough. Five stars from me.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for The Old Vicarage. We are so thrilled to hear your kind words and that you feel the care from the staff is wonderful, they are attentive in every way.
I wish my dad had had more time to enjoy being at the Old Vicarage. From his assessment onwards, the staff bent over backwards to ensure that he had everything he needed for the move into their care home. He was happy from the moment he arrived and we both appreciated the caring, friendly and professional approach of all the staff.
He relaxed when he arrived at the Old Vicarage because he knew he was in safe hands and he loved that the staff had time to chat and be attentive towards him. He loved the excellent food too!The atmosphere was homely and welcoming, with lots of staff about. The manager's door was always open, which I appreciated.
I was so happy that my dad was at the Old Vicarage when he passed away, in the warmth of that 'family' environment. The staff helped me through all that with kindness and compassion. Thank you so much Old Vicarage, for everything!
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the Old Vicarage. We are so pleased to hear that from the first moment, your dad was able to enjoy the caring, friendly, and professional approach of the team as well as the excellent food. It is lovely to know that he felt safe and relaxed during his time at our home and he will be sadly missed by all. Thank you for your kind words.
My husband has been a resident in The Old Vicarage Clay Cross for 18 months until his death in June 2023. During the last three months, there has been a new manager. The place has been transformed 100% for the better in every department with a good team of staff working around her. My husband couldn't have been looked after with more love, kindness and affection by the staff which was conveyed also to me and my family. For this, I will be eternally grateful to them all.
Thank you for taking the time to leave The Old Vicarage Care Home a review. We are so pleased to hear your are happy with the level of care provided to your Husband during his time with us – he will be missed by everyone.
The Old Vicarage is a warm and welcoming place. The people (residents) are well looked after, the staff do so much to keep them happy and entertained. The best old people's home I have been in.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased to hear that you feel all our residents are well cared for. Thank you.
What a fantastic care home, nothing is too much trouble. The staff are fantastic, always there for visitors and residents. The home is very clean and tidy. We made a good choice for the care of my dad.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased to hear that you are happy with your choice of care home for your dad. Thank you for your kind words and for choosing The Old Vicarage.
From the initial phone consultation, I felt confident that dad would be part of a welcoming, caring, professional, responsive, respectful and inclusive team.
The staff treat residents with dignity as individuals and really listen and engage with them.
Dad has Alzheimer’s and mixed vascular dementia.
In the short time dad has been there I have seen his personality returning, and his sense of humour and vitality. That is I think a direct consequence of all staff, their knowledge and understanding of dementia Alzheimer’s and their warm kind hearts.
They should be proud and know they are appreciated by us.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased to hear that your dad has settled in and you can see your Dad personality and sense of humour returning. Thank you for your kind words and for choosing The Old Vicarage.
My mum had two weeks respite. I visited 4 times and every time raised concerns about her legs swelling and the leaking after the first week. District Nurses were sent for. Her legs were never raised high enough to help with the swelling and her support socks were not put on her legs at the start of her stay. This is basic care which I thought you should receive when paying over a £1000 a week? Now she is home after 3 days her legs have stopped leaking and her legs are back to normal. District nurses have discharged her. Please think twice when choosing this care home.
Our new Home Manager has been in contact with you and explained that we would like the opportunity to better understand...
Amazing home, care, staff and food.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased to hear that you find the home, team and food amazing. Thank you for your kind words.
Moved my mum here from another care home which I was unhappy with. The Old Vicarage is a massive improvement with a full activity programme and excellent care. My mum now looks clean and well dressed for the first time in three months, she has participated in more activities in two weeks than she did sat in a chair sleeping over three months in a previous place. Clean home and rooms with a personal touch.
My dad has been in The Old Vicarage for nearly a year now. He is settled and very happy and made loads of new friends. The management and staff are excellent, very professional, friendly and kind. The home is bright and clean with lovely rooms and gardens. There is always a good selection of activities and trips out which my dad particularly loves. I would definitely recommend the home to anyone and would like to thank all the amazing staff who work there.
Thank you for taking the time to leave The Old Vicarage a review. We are so pleased to hear that your dad is happy at our home and enjoys socialising with his friends each day. Our residents are at the heart of the care we provide and we love seeing the different friendships blossom between...
The Old Vicarage has looked after my mum for two years. They have been excellent and Mum has really settled well. The carers really do care, as does the management. I cannot fault anything and am very glad we chose here for Mum.
Thank you for taking the time to leave The Old Vicarage a review. We are so pleased to hear that your mum has settled in well to our home and you are happy with the standard of care we provide. Our team pride themselves on making our home a superb place to live or work. Thank you.
The new management and staff have been excellent to my mum. Nothing is too much trouble. Unpacking new items for Mum's bedroom that were put up straight away by maintenance. If Mum doesn't eat her meals, alternatives are given until she eats and this is wonderful. Her clothes are now labelled up very well, ironed and nicely washed. Laundry has improved so much and we are very grateful. As of October 2022, we are very happy with the service provided to my mum.
Thank you for choosing The Old Vicarage Care Home for your mum and for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased that you are happy with the support and level of care your mum is receiving and that the team at The Old Vicarage have been excellent. Our team prides themselves on ensuring that our home is a superb place to live or work. Thank you for your kind words.
Welcoming and caring atmosphere and staff. Lots of activities and comfortable rooms. Great support.
Thank you for taking the time to leave The Old Vicarage a review. We are so pleased to hear you are happy with the level of support our team provide and that you feel welcome each time you visit our home. Thank you.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 09 June 2023Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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
1 Bed Vacancy
Posted: 05 August 2026To discuss your requirements please do get in touch.
News (22) & Events (0)
- 10 Jun 2026
The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross recently fulfilled a deeply meaningful wish for resident Kath Spriggs (78), arranging a special and carefully planned visit to Windsor — a...
- 22 Apr 2026
Residents and staff at The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross, Derbyshire, recently opened their doors to local emergency service workers for a special Blue Light Breakfast — a...
- 31 Mar 2026
Residents at The Old Vicarage Care Home in Clay Cross rolled up their sleeves and stepped out into the community to take part in a local litter pick aimed at...
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Awards / Recognitions (15)
- 16 May 2025Recipient: The Old Vicarage
- 24 Jun 2019Recipient: The Old Vicarage
- 02 Oct 2018Recipient: The Old Vicarage
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

I am a dedicated home manager who is passionate about creating a warm, welcoming place to live and work for everyone in our home. Together with my team, I am committed to providing high standards, quality care, and a safe, supportive environment where residents feel valued and comfortable every day.
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