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Belong Macclesfield offers 18 self-contained apartments for...
Care Provided by Belong Macclesfield
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 72 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
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
See key facts and pricing information on our website.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Belong Macclesfield for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Belong Macclesfield 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
- Belong Ltd
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Cheryl Davies(General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2017
- Last Refurbishment: 2021
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (72)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (72)
Visiting
- Located in Upton Priory, a couple of miles outside the town centre, Belong Macclesfield is ideally located to access the amenities and transport links of the town, while being able to enjoy the beautiful surrounding countryside within minutes. They enjoy outings to local garden centres, parks and canal barge trips.
Parking
- On-site parking available.
Belong Macclesfield Reviews (129)
Belong Macclesfield has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.707) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Belong Macclesfield has 129 reviews.
A family member is a resident of Willow for dementia care. The staff go above and beyond in relation to their care. Their genuine interest and concern for the welfare of residents in their care shines through. They offer constant reassurance and support to not only the residents but also the family and friends of each resident. The overall quality of care is excellent. Whilst the building and facilities provided are very good, it is the quality of care provided by the staff that makes this home so good. They provide the optimum quality of life for their residents. Well done and thank you for caring.
Thank you so much for taking the time to post this feedback. Our team will be most touched to read this. It is a privilege to care for your family member and we are delighted to hear that your experience of Belong Macclesfield is so positive. Thank you for choosing Belong.
We remain very grateful and thankful every day that our Mum is being cared for at Belong. Remarkably the previous aggression and acute emotional instability displayed greatly improved within months, due without question to the highly trained staff in dementia care. It's wonderful to know she feels very safe, loved and secure. I wonder how it can be that one care home can employ so many wonderful people who genuinely provide care and love every day in the way they do. Mum has been part of the Willow House family at Belong for 16 months, enjoying the social interaction and activities with lots of smiles and laughs along the way too.
Thank you so much for taking the time to post this incredibly moving feedback. It is a privilege to support your mum and it is crucial to us that we make people's time with us as special and positive as possible. We are delighted that she feels safe, loved and secure. It will mean a great deal to our village teams to read your comments and I will ensure they are shared with everyone. Thanks again.
Thank goodness my wonderful niece found this care home for my sister who has dementia. The hardest decision she has ever had to make. The home is excellent. The staff genuinely care about their residents. The facilities are amazing. Most importantly we know that she is safe. Thank you.
Thank you so much for taking the time to post this lovely feedback. Our team will be most touched to read this. It is a privilege to care for your sister and we are delighted to hear that your experience of Belong Macclesfield is so positive and that you are happy that she is safe. Thank you for choosing Belong Macclesfield.
Still waiting for chair raisers and cushion raisers in Beech.
Thank you for the feedback. We are sorry to hear that you are having issues at Belong Macclesfield. We will pass this on to the management team, who will raise this with you directly.
So a huge thank you to you all from the bottom of my heart and family as a whole.
Please accept our condolences; it was a privilege to care for your mum and we are pleased to know she was happy during her time here and that you cannot praise our team enough. Thank you for taking the time to submit your review and we will ensure your kind words are shared with the team at the village.
I have been trained and worked in care for the past 26 years and I really can't praise Belong and all the staff enough. From the moving her in stage and still now two years down the line, they have been accommodating, warm, flexible and always attentive. It is always lovely to visit, to see the staff who always try to accommodate every eventuality. Who always make me feel welcome. I have great peace of mind knowing that my loved one is safe and so well cared for.
Thank you for taking the time to provide this lovely feedback. We are delighted to know that your friend is happy at Belong Macclesfield and that the dedication of our village teams is making a difference. We are delighted that you have great peace of mind knowing that your friend is safe and well cared for.
Dad is very happy here. Great staff and great care. The staff have helped with his transition, not just his day-to-day needs. The front-of-house staff are first-class with regards to keeping us in the loop on his care, needs and progress. Keep up the good work and thank you!
Thank you very much for this lovely review. We really appreciate you taking the time to provide it and our village team will be delighted to hear that your dad is settled and happy. Thank you for choosing Belong Macclesfield.
I am very happy with Belong and am so glad we chose it. The carers and nurses are wonderful with my mum and I have every confidence in the care that she receives. There is very much a family feel in the household, which helps both the resident (and their family) to feel at home, settled and included. All of the staff in 'the village' are excellent and I can't thank the management staff enough for all their help and support over the years.
Thank you for taking the time to provide this lovely feedback. We are delighted to know that your mum is happy at Belong Macclesfield and that the dedication of our village teams is making a difference. We are particularly pleased that your mum feels at home and settled and that you find the care excellent and we help you feel supported too. Thank you for choosing Belong Macclesfield.
What a lovely care facility! I've told my children that I want to live at Belong Macclesfield Care Home when my time comes. Thank you to everyone - top to bottom - all excellent, caring staff.
Thank you for taking the time to provide this lovely feedback and that the dedication of our village teams are making a difference. We are delighted you find us all excellent and caring.
Both my parents have lived at Belong Macclesfield, where they have received excellent care. The care is very personal, and every effort is given to know residents and respond to their needs and interests Communication with family is strong and regular, particularly at stressful times. My dad really enjoyed the strong relationships that we built with the carers, which was clearly a two-way thing when we witnessed how upset and sad they were when he died. Mum is able to be happy in her own world there, and we sleep at night knowing this was the right place for them both.
Thank you so much for taking the time to post this incredibly moving feedback. It was a privilege to support your parents, and it is crucial to us that we make people’s time with us as special and positive as possible. It will mean a great deal to our village to read your comments, especially since...
My mum was a very independent 95 year old who'd always wanted to die in her own home. However, after a stroke in January, it became obvious she could no longer live independently. We looked at a number of nursing homes and chose Belong because of its ethos of family and community, which pervades everything they do. We also really liked their not-for-profit business model which means that any profits are ploughed back into serving the residents better. We have not been disappointed: the staff are really caring, treating every resident with respect, despite the challenges that Covid continues to place on staffing. Mum has settled really quickly and loves the staff, and they love her. She likes visiting the Bistro and raves about the hairdresser, but I can't yet comment on the activities directly (although the programme looks great) as she has not done any so far. It is a real comfort knowing she is being looked after so well, particularly as I am not local. Thank you, Belong!
Thank you for taking the time to submit such wonderful feedback. We aim to maintain high standards at Belong Macclesfield; we are so delighted to hear this has been your experience and that your mother has settled in so quickly and loves the team. I will make sure your kind words are passed to everyone in the village.
It's very clean and homely.
Thank you for submitting such a kind review. We are delighted to hear your experience with Belong Macclesfield has been a good one and particularly that you find the team friendly and approachable.
Compared to where she was Belong ticks all the boxes.
All staff are wonderful. Care is wonderful. Food is wonderful. I am already recommending Belong to friends and family.
Thank you very much for taking the time to provide this feedback, which is valued by all the team. We are delighted to hear that your experience at Belong Macclesfield has been so positive, and trust that it will continue to be so. We were particularly pleased that you find Belong ticks all the boxes. Thank you choosing Belong Macclesfield.
Belong was recommended to me by a friend. I have not been disappointed. The care provided is friendly, inclusive and provided with dignity. The household concept is an efficient way of delivering care.
Thank you for submitting such a kind review. We are delighted to hear your experience with Belong Macclesfield has been a good one especially that you find the care friendly, inclusive and provided with dignity. Thanks again for choosing Belong Macclesfield.
My mother was admitted to Belong for two weeks of respite care, but sadly she was not to live that long. The staff in Holly House were wonderful in the care and support they gave us as a family. Mum was able to die peacefully and with dignity in the presence of her family. Something for which we will always be grateful.
Please accept our condolences; it was a privilege to care for your mother, and we are pleased to know she was happy during her time here. Thank you for taking the time to submit your review, and we will ensure your kind words are shared with the team at the village.
Belong is very careful to keep us well informed. I was contacted immediately when the doctor thought my husband had pneumonia. I was allowed to visit him with my 2 daughters. The staff were very attentive to us. When the result of the PCR test came through he did in fact have covid. He was given antibiotics and in a few days, he was a lot better. I feel the staff know him very well and are able to cope with his changing moods. The food is good and he is always able to have his food later if he is asleep at normal meal times. The staff are very reassuring and always do their best to deal with problems.
Thank you very much for taking the time to provide this feedback. It means a great deal to the team here and we are so pleased to hear you are happy with the care and nursing particularly during such difficult times. Thank you for choosing Belong Macclesfield.
The information we received before his stay was straightforward and comprehensive and the transition was very smooth. Everything was ready for him when we arrived and we could bring any items we wanted in order to make his bedroom familiar just like home as he suffers from Dementia as well as being rather frail.
The care and support both he and us his children received was excellent and was given with genuine care.
The improvement in him physically was very visible to see. His appetite increased with the lovely home-cooked meals and regular medicine administration.
The unit didn’t feel institutional at all, with normal furnishings and open kitchen. It was a real benefit to him and us and would recommend this care home.
Thank you for taking the time to submit your review of Belong Macclesfield. We are delighted to hear that the move into the village was a positive experience and that you all felt supported. We are happy that your Dad is doing well and enjoying the home-cooked meals. Our team will be delighted with your feedback and recommendation, so once again, thank you for your kind words.
My father has been a resident in Belong, Macclesfield since October 2017. The care has always been of a high standard, both professional and compassionate and we have always felt assured that he is getting the very best support and care. The home is modern and well-designed; my father has a spacious room with an en suite shower and bathroom. He has had some health challenges during the last two years but the care provided has adapted well to his changing needs. The home has been consistent in applying rules around visiting due to Covid and as a result, have avoided any major problems. My father has had covid, although with few symptoms, and needed to isolate for fourteen days but this was well handled and he is back in circulation. I also want to mention that the staff throughout Belong are warm and friendly, working well as a team. The staff on reception are particularly quick to offer help and guidance - again with the right mixture of professionalism and friendliness.
Thank you for taking the time to submit your review of Belong Macclesfield. We are so touched by your kind words especially that the team throughout have been warm and friendly and will aim to keep our services to high standards. Thank you for choosing Belong Macclesfield.
Following the death of my mother in 2017, my late father was completely lost. After a recommendation from a friend, Dad went along for coffee to the Bistro at Belong Macclesfield. He was a sociable and very chatty man and soon made lots of friends visiting every day for his lunch. He then discovered the Venue and the rest was history. Dad became a familiar face and his life became liveable again. He loved the activities, checking every day what was on and retelling me all about it. He encouraged me to bring our little ones from Pre School and we shared activities with the other guests. The whole experience was an absolute lifesaver for me as a full-time worker, knowing that he was enjoying life and not sitting alone watching tv. He made the most amazing friends and their help and support will always live in my heart. Sadly he passed away just as he was about to become a resident but I would fully recommend Belong Macclesfield to anyone.
Please accept our condolences; it was a privilege to care for your dad and we are pleased to know he was happy during his time here. It was lovely that he enjoyed the activities so much and made so many friends. Thank you for taking the time to submit your review and we will ensure your kind words are shared with the team at the village. Thank you for choosing Belong Macclesfield
My mother is cared for as an individual, her likes and dislikes are catered for and I feel the carers know her well and like her. The communications between Belong Macclesfield Specialist Day Care and family is good - we are notified of any changes in Mums health or welfare and our wishes are taken into account. Mum is warm, safe and safeguarded. The staff are cheerful and caring to all the residents.
Thank you for leaving such a kind review of Belong Macclesfield. We are so happy to hear that your mother is enjoying her time here and that our team are cheerful and caring. It will mean a great deal to our village teams to read your comments and I will ensure they are shared with everyone. Thanks again.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 09 February 2019Good
- CaringOutstanding
- 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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News (23) & Events (0)
- 29 Jul 2026
Belong at Home, the dementia specialist home care service from Belong Villages, has retained its crown as the UK’s only not-for-profit operator to be named in the top 20 home...
- 21 Jul 2026
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- 20 Jul 2026
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Awards / Recognitions (20)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Belong Ltd
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Meet the Team (6)

Formerly a Support Manager at Belong Macclesfield, Cheryl has over 27 years of experience in a range of care sector roles. Her career with Belong spans over a decade, from when she joined as registered manager of its home care service, Belong at Home, which she helped establish in 2010.
As Support Manager at Belong Macclesfield, Cheryl shared knowledge and ideas with Belong villages in Crewe and Warrington as part of the organisation’s job swap scheme to improve group-wide standards of care, including industry-leading dementia care.
Cheryl’s perspectives on driving standards of care at multiple villages make her ideally qualified to be a General Manager. Her background, including helping to found Belong’s award-winning home care service, also gives her a particular understanding of many customers’ journeys, which often involve deciding to move to a Belong village after requiring domiciliary care.

Helen is passionate about providing the best care to customers. Her career with Belong began after leaving school, nearly 20 years ago, initially with CLS Care Services before moving to Belong's flagship village in Macclesfield when it opened in 2007. Helen worked as a support worker and lead senior support worker, before progressing to the role of Support Manager at Belong Newcastle-under-Lyme in 2020. She has achieved a Level 2 and 3 in Health and Social Care and has recently completed qualifications in Leadership, Health and Social Care. More recently Helen moved back to into the role of Support Manager at Belong Macclesfield.

Nicola joined the Belong team as a Receptionist when Belong Macclesfield first opened in September 2007. She was soon appointed as an Administrator before being promoted to Senior Administrator and later to the Front of front-of-house manager role in 2010.
Nicola started her career in administration at a pharmaceutical company in Hertfordshire, before moving to Macclesfield in the summer of 1992, where she worked as a part-time carer/support worker in the community, for 14 years. She also worked as a self-employed mobile beautician (NVQ level 2 in Beauty and other holistic treatments) in her spare time.
Since working at Belong Nicola has qualified in Business/Administration NVQ Level 3, Team Leader NVQ Level 2 and more recently Advanced Level Apprenticeship Level 3 in Fine Line Management. Nicola also holds a BIIAB Level 2 Personal Licence Holder.
As part of the village management team, Nicola leads the front-of-house teams at Belong Macclesfield including, Reception and Administration, Housekeeping and Laundry, Catering, Salon and Caretaker.

Charlotte has a bachelor’s degree in Adult Nursing, with a background as a registered nurse for the NHS.
Working over two years at Macclesfield Hospital as a Transfer of Care Hub Sister within the discharge team, she brings her broad knowledge of supporting those living with dementia to this role, as well as a strong track record as a mentor.

A dedicated and caring individual, Anna initially joined the Experience Team as a Support Worker before being promoted to the Experience Coordinator role in 2023. Her objective is to promote wellbeing and quality for Belong Macclesfield’s residents, tenants and Experience Day customers through a vibrant and extensive range of events and opportunities.
She plans the village’s bi-monthly ‘What’s On’ programme, with activities reflecting the interests and wishes of our customers. Her role also encompasses building links with stakeholders in the community, including local schools and businesses, churches, music groups and a range of entertainers. This ensures that residents continue to have opportunities to meet new people and enjoy new experiences.

Karen has worked in the care sector for 29 years starting as a Support Worker in a dementia unit. After 2 years Karen took up a position as a Community Support Worker for Social Services, working with vulnerable adults in the community. In 2009 she worked as a Senior for the Reablement team within Social Services assisting vulnerable adults to aim towards independence sourcing care and support when required.
After 21 years with Social Services, Karen joined Belong at Home as a Community Support Worker, quickly rising to Senior, and in 2016 became the Registered Manager for Belong at Home.
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