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At Olive Row Care Home, part of Kara Healthcare, staff believe care is more than a service — it’s a heartfelt commitment to creating a warm, nurturing home where every resident feels valued, respected, and loved.
A dedicated team ensures each day is filled with comfort, joy, and meaningful connection.
From engaging activities that inspire creativity and companionship, to freshly prepared, nutritious meals made with...
Care Provided by Olive Row Care Home
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 54 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- 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 Olive Row Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Olive Row 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
- Kara Healthcare
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Shethy Thomas(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 45+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2020
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (54)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (4)
Parking
- Limited on-site car parking available at the front of the building.
Olive Row Care Home Reviews (40)
Olive Row Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.543) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Olive Row Care Home has 40 reviews.
I cannot express enough gratitude to Olive Row Care Home during this time where my Nan has been deteriorating. The communication, the care, the respect has been exemplary and given us so much comfort during a difficult time. Helen especially has been so empathetic & understanding of our situation and fears and offered so much support. From the receptionist to the carers, the nurses and everyone & we need to say thank you.
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It means a lot to us and motivates our team to continue providing the best care possible.
In the 3 months we have been visiting our friend in Olive Row Care Home we have found everyone of the staff to be friendly and helpful. Management are very approachable. The levels of detail and attention to the care of residents is reassuring. A home from home. Thank you everyone.
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Mum has been in Olive Row for just over 2 years now, Having Suffered a stroke at home, transferred there from NGH. For some time, she had a room on the first floor, but is now on the ground floor at the care home and is settled there. The room is kept nice and tidy and clean, as is the rest of the Home. All the staff work very hard and are very committed to taking care of Mum and the rest of the residents, and they show a great deal of care and kindness.
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My mum and dad have been in Olive Row for 3 and 4 years. Mum has since passed away. Dad is still being well looked after. I am very happy that the staff have looked after mum and dad very well. The food looks great and cleaning staff keep dad's room lovely. The staff look after him very well. I have no complaints.
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My father has been a resident for over four years. I have no doubt without their care he would not of survived. He is not the most sociable person but has made many friends among the residents and staff. His room is always tidy, warm and well lit. He enoys all the meals, says they feed him too much. He receives plenty of help with his mobile phone and charger, which he misplaces often. Overall I am very satisfied with the care and attention my father receives.
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So far pleased with the facilities provided by the home my sister seems to be well looked after and all her needs are met even though she is very impatient and the staff are looking after her very well and the management team seem very supportive for her needs
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Very good everything is good in here staff are very good and very friendly I feel satisfied with everything staff are looking after her very well and very supportive management and they always communicate with me if there are any concerns and keep me updated.
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Staff are available to answer questions and resolve and ease any worries or issues
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Mum took a while to settle in but she seems quite happy now. She enjoys the company of the other residents and she enjoys the activities. She loves the food. The staff are very welcoming and they keep me informed about any changes in medication etc.
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On the basis of the above I would have no hesitation in recomending the home to others.
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Management not always available
Good facilities
My brother in law is very happy but wishes there were more patients who he could talk to .
And he wishes there were more activities he could do.
My brother in law needs his brain stimulating .
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Dad has settled in really well. He seems very happy to be here after his settling in period. He is pleased to see me but he also waves happily when I leave. I am so happy and all the staff are very friendly. Very happy all round.
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My first time visiting my Mother in law and she is still settling in but seems to be happier and the staff are very welcoming and kind to her She needs encouragement with eating but drank more which is good and very needful
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It means a lot to us and motivates our team to continue providing the best care possible.
She has received exemplary care and compassion from a dedicated team.
When visiting the staff are always welcoming.
I have no hesitation in recommending Olive Row Care Home.
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It means a lot to us and motivates our team to continue providing the best care possible.
My sister-in-law has recently become a resident in Olive Row Care Home. She is very happy there and has stated that the care, food, and activities are very good. On visiting, I have always been satisfied that she is happy and well looked after, the staff are always pleasant and always answer any questions asked with confidence and knowledge of my sister-in-law's needs. We are very happy with the care she receives, and she is very happy there.
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It means a lot to us and motivates our team to continue providing the best care possible.
My mam's concern is the phone that does not get answered. An admin person is needed. One is the staff is my main point of contact. Overall clean rooms, food good, etc. Admission door bell needs fixing. Nurses should be permanent as no continuity with agency staff.
Current management seems much better. I feel the place could be more comfortable looking, hard floors and pleather seating makes the lounge not feel lounge like.
Much personal stuff was sent to the home - duvet, duvet covers, pillows etc, I haven't seen this for a while.
A better arrangement for incidental costs would be good, a separate bill sent out each month?
I have visited my sister here for the past 20 months and during this time no need for concern regarding staff. Treatment, cleanliness, food, care, happy staff and a very good atmosphere with all concerned. I cannot fault it at all.
Since my brother has been at Olive Row, he has settled very well as it was his fourth care home, where his behaviour was very bad. The carers here are very good with him.
Brilliant home, helpful staff. Communication can be a little delayed at times. Words from Mum, "Wicked great home."
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 06 March 2025Good
- 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 (26)
- 13 Mar 2026Recipient: Kara Healthcare
- 13 Mar 2026Recipient: Kara Healthcare
- 13 Mar 2026Recipient: Kara Healthcare
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Olive Row Care Home.
Meet the Team (2)

Robert Hunt is a Regional Manager at Kara Healthcare, overseeing multiple care homes with a focus on delivering high-quality, person-centred care. With extensive experience in the health and social care sector, Robert is known for his collaborative leadership style, operational expertise, and commitment to empowering teams. He plays a key role in driving continuous improvement, ensuring each home under his leadership provides a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for residents and staff alike.

Shethy is a passionate and dedicated Care Home Manager, committed to delivering outstanding, person-centred care. Through strong, values-led leadership, she creates a safe, supportive, and enriching environment where residents feel safe and respected and where teams are encouraged to grow, thrive, and deliver their very best in care. Shethy leads with integrity, compassion, and high standards, ensuring the home is a place where people are truly cared for and supported to live well.
Frequently Asked Questions about Olive Row Care Home
What types of Care is Olive Row Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Olive Row Care Home have?
There are 54 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Olive Row Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Olive Row Care Home to the centre of Kettering?
0.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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