
Very good. Kind staff. Nice food. Supportive staff - office, care, cook and cleanerGary H(Son of Resident/Service User)



Very good. Kind staff. Nice food. Supportive staff - office, care, cook and cleanerGary H(Son of Resident/Service User)



Located in a peaceful residential community, three miles from Derby, Shelton Lock is a friendly 32-bed care home, offering residential, nursing and residential dementia care.
The home has been carefully designed to simultaneously promote relaxation whilst encouraging residents to engage with the home's lifestyle. Alongside the comfortable lounges and bedrooms, Shelton Lock also includes a hobby room, a hairdressing salon and a beautiful garden space, where residents can pursue their interests...
Care Provided by Shelton Lock Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential 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
- 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
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Shelton Lock Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Shelton Lock 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
- Nicola Millar(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 18+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (32)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (4)
Visiting
- Visitors are warmly welcome during regular visiting hours each day. If your visit happens to coincide with mealtimes or when a Resident is receiving care or support from the team or other professionals, they may kindly ask you to wait until they are ready to see you.
Parking
- Onsite parking available
Shelton Lock Care Home Reviews (110)
Shelton Lock Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.541) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Shelton Lock Care Home has 110 reviews.
My mum spent the last 4 weeks of her life at the home when her medical and care needs could not be met at home. The care they gave more than exceeded our expectations and the nurses were wonderful especially with end of life care. Highly recommend.
My mother was in respite care for 2 weeks whilst decoration to her home. She says she has thoroughly enjoyed her time in the home but is looking forward to her own home again.
Feel well looked after and cared for. All the staff are extremely kind and caring. Very grateful for what you have all done for me. Will miss you all.
I am looking forward to returning soon.
Rooms are a little small and no outlook but clean.
No complaints at all.
Positive experience.
The home has been a blessing in getting my mum back to health. I can't thank the staff enough for what they have done for her.
My mother was a resident for just over 5 years, having suffered a stroke after already showing signs of dementia. She was looked after with care, thoughtfulness, compassion and kindness. The staff were always easy to speak to and gave me confidence that they knew what they were doing, especially in terms of Mum's medical needs. The building, having been built I guess in the 1960s or thereabouts was beginning to look a bit "tired" in places when Mum moved in, but ongoing improvements were made and continue to be so. The place has a comfortable, cheery atmosphere and always appears clean and fresh. The staff were particularly kind and helpful as Mum approached her death.
The care home previously looked after my mum who has now sadly passed away. When my dad was no longer able to care for himself this care home was our first choice. They offer excellent care, great communication with relatives and a warm, homely environment with activities for those who are able to participate.
My friend was sent from Hospital to the home. She was so impressed with the care she received here. I was hoping that she would be here for many years. If I have to go into a home It must be here.
My husband was in the home until his death on November 30th, having been sent there from hospital for end of life care 3 days earlier. His care was good. We have no complaint with the home but were disappointed by the NHS system because he could have ended his life in the care of the hospital where he was also well cared for.
Lovely comfortable room and cannot praise the staff enough. They are so friendly and helpful.
My father has been a resident at Shelton Lock Care Home for a few months now. He has settled in well, thanks to the care and support from all the staff. He is always clean, well-fed and happy. It is reassuring for me to know he is in safe hands and is being well cared for.
More stimulating activities could be provided to involve all residents which cater for after teatime, as all residents do not want to be in their room by 7pm.
The grounds seem to be neglected and not in the pristine condition as last year, not a good impression to visitors and some details i.e tissues have been removed - now have to buy.
Thank you for your feedback which we really welcome and this has helped us to identify how we can learn from the issues you raised to ensure this is not repeated in the future. The gardens have recently been maintained by the home’s team due to the sudden departure of our gardener. I am pleased...
Clean, very nice and staff helpful.
Showing so much compassion and empathy to all the family at such a difficult time. The staff are like Earth's Angels you should all be so proud.
Thank you does not seem enough.
Supportive, caring and attentive. The team really go the extra mile to make residents and visitors so comfortable as they can during a time that really really matters. A big thank you. Carry on doing what you are doing.
I was looking for a care home for my brother for over 2 months. I visited 5 homes which felt were not suitable for my brother. After some time visiting various homes unannounced I came across Shelton Lock and couldn't believe my luck. He has been here for 4 weeks and has had the best care anyone would want for a loved one. The staff are wonderful. Thank you.
I will give it top marks.
The room and food were fantastic, he had everything he needed in his final days, he was only there for 5 weeks but it was so special not just for my father but we were treated really well.
The home should be given the highest recommendation.
Every member of staff was caring and very respectful, and his last few weeks were made comfortable.
I would not hesitate to recommend Shelton Lock Care Home.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (20) & Events (0)
- 19 Jan 2026
Residents at HC-One’s Shelton Lock Care Home in Derby, Derbyshire, are preparing for another exciting stop on their World Cruise journey, this time travelling to Germany – without ever leaving...
- 23 Sep 2025
The magic of France arrived at HC-One’s Shelton Lock Care Home in Shelton Lock, as the home set off on their around the world cruise by calling at a country...
- 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...
There are no upcoming events for Shelton Lock Care Home.
Meet the Team (1)

MANAGER PROFILE – SHELTON LOCK CARE HOME
Introducing Nicola MillarHome Manager at Shelton Lock
What does ‘kindness’ mean to you?
“Kindness to me is treating everyone you meet with respect and dignity, in a way in which you would expect to be treated yourself.”
After beginning her career in the care industry more than 15 years ago, Nicola has gained great knowledge of general nursing, with a specific interest in palliative care.
As a qualified nurse and dedicated healthcare professional, Nicola has gained a wealth of experience in providing care to elderly people to help enrich their lives, leading to her progression as Home Manager.
Nicola closely shares HC-One’s vision in aiming to provide the kindest care for 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 means they gain the most benefit, in a warm and welcoming home.
When asked what she enjoyed most about her role, Nicola remarked: “I love being able to make a difference to Residents’ and Relatives’ lives through providing compassionate, kind and high-quality care.”
Nicola credits her greatest achievement to diving the Great Barrier Reef, where she got to experience swimming with sharks.
Outside of work, Nicola enjoys an active lifestyle as she participates in Zumba, yoga and Pilates, as well as spending time with her horse and upcycling furniture.
If you would like to find out more information about Shelton Lock, Nicola has an ‘Open Door Policy’ and would be pleased to welcome you for an informal discussion.
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