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Set just a short walk from local shops, cafés, churches and the Middlewood Way, the home is surrounded by mature trees and green spaces that offer a calm, tucked-away feel while remaining connected to village life. The secure, gated setting includes ample parking for visitors and supports a strong...
Care Provided by Woodlands Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 80 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
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Woodlands Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Woodlands 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
- Serencroft
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Michelle Gillespie(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (80)
Woodlands Care Home Reviews (74)
Woodlands Care Home has a Review Score of 8.5 (8.467) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Woodlands Care Home has 74 reviews.
I was extremely happy with the care and kindness given to my mother during the last few weeks of her life at Woodlands. It was so nice to visit her there and to see how well she was being looked after. The staff were all very pleasant. I could not have hoped for more.
My mother was a resident at Woodlands Care Centre for 18 months and since passed away. I decided to become a volunteer as I had established a good relationship with staff, residents and families and the home have been so caring and compassionate with myself, my mother and families. I felt I wanted to give some care, support and kindness back to the home which had supported me over the time my mum was a resident. My mum was a Christian and she enjoyed the church services, sing-a-long and dances. The staff are exceptional people, dedicated, hardworking and go the extra mile to move the home to the wonderful place it is.
It took her a few weeks to settle in but your carers were so helpful and understanding that it was amazing how happy she has become. Also, your social activities are a great help but most of all your staff are like family to her.
I am very happy with Woodlands Care Centre. Dad is happy and well cared for. Recently enjoyed a trip out which he particularly benefitted from.
My wife was a resident for 4 years until she passed away last June. I have been a volunteer for 4 years and volunteer most days. I feel that it is an excellent care home and have had no concerns over my wife's care whilst she was in the home. Since becoming a volunteer, which I enjoy very much, it has become a major part of my life. I still see that the care is of a very high standard. I am provided with a lunch which I look forward to. I help out with activities which include playing my saxophone to residents, trips out, baking demonstrations, slide shows, archery talk and demonstration, sing-a-long and I produce the newsletter.
Cleanliness and hygiene is excellent and it's a pleasure to be in the building. They have a high standard of décor, security is good, food is of a high standard, appetising and well presented with a good choice of meals. For the residents, activities are many of a high standard and are age appropriate. The activities team and all staff are pleasant and respectful and it's a joy to visit mum and see the staff. All departments work well and team work is excellent.
From when Mum first came to Woodlands, the staff and management made all the family welcome, comfortable and relaxed. It's very much a family atmosphere and a home from home. With the added benefit of care and security. The carers are always prepared to go above and beyond. Activities and volunteers are great and good fun and a good variety. Music is a special favourite, the quizzes are great and involve all the families. We are very happy with Woodlands.
My husband is well cared for at Woodlands Care Centre. He has a lovely room. The staff are very caring and look after my husband's needs. I feel he is in a very safe place. He can live quite independently but always has someone he can go and look after him if needed.
Activities are fun. Mum especially enjoys the animal visits the most including exotic pets, baby lamb visits, dogs, cats and bunny rabbits. Woodlands has a befriender who spends time with mom on a weekly basis. The atmosphere is homely and welcoming and all the family enjoy spending time at Woodlands. All the family visit on a daily basis and know the home well.
I don't believe we could have found a better place.
Dad spent his last 10 months at Woodlands. He was cared for by a team of the most wonderful carers you could hope to meet. They could not have done more to help him or us.
Communication throughout was easy - the staff responded quickly and with patience and love.
My sister and I looked at several care homes before we found Woodlands. Our father was suffering from dementia but was still aware of his surroundings and still attempting to socialise. In Woodlands we found a clean, pleasant home with caring staff who encouraged Dad to make the most of the few months he had left. It was not only the wonderful staff that impressed us but also the volunteers, singers, musicians, chaplains etc. Every afternoon there was some form of activity or entertainment, Dad often thought he was on holiday or on a cruise.
My wife has not used her legs in order to walk for the last 8 months and is spending every day in her recliner chair.
She is currently getting more tired and spending half her daily time having extra bed rest. We are thankful to the home that my wife is still alive. (Being maintained by loving care).
My mother was cared for at Woodlands between 2012 and 2016. Throughout her time there she was well cared for and in her final week I could not have wished for more kind and caring service. Staff are approachable and friendly and the regular staff understand my mother and her needs very well. I would happily recommend Woodlands for anyone looking for care for an elderly parent in my case, one with Alzheimer's.
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Bed Vacancies
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News (2) & Events (0)
- 25 Nov 2025
3 weeks of care for the price of 2 Whether you're planning a break or exploring longer-term options, our short stays give older loved ones the chance to relax, socialise...
- 06 Sep 2024
For a limited time, save 20% off for the first three months of a self-funded, permanent care placement. The offer is available for a limited time to new residents. Contact...
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Michelle Gillespie is the Registered Home manager at MHA Woodlands
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