
It certainly deserves to be in the top 20 care homes in Yorkshire and the HumberRobin H(Husband of Resident/Service User)

It has such a lovely warm friendly feel to the place and when we step inside it’s like it’s homeKathryn W(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

It really was like home from home, the staff are outstanding, nothing is too much troubleJanice H(Wife of Resident/Service User)

It certainly deserves to be in the top 20 care homes in Yorkshire and the HumberRobin H(Husband of Resident/Service User)

It has such a lovely warm friendly feel to the place and when we step inside it’s like it’s homeKathryn W(Granddaughter of Resident/Service User)

It really was like home from home, the staff are outstanding, nothing is too much troubleJanice H(Wife of Resident/Service User)

Rated "Outstanding" by CQC for Caring (January 2023), Well Springs Nursing Home is set in beautiful mature gardens in Heaton, Bradford. This carefully extended home blends the old with the new to offer superb living accommodation within a truly caring environment.
They have 62 beds with all rooms having en-suite facilities. Five of the rooms are large Victorian rooms and are used for double occupancy when requested.
They have been here as...
Care Provided by Well Springs Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- 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 63 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
- Convalescent 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
- Minibus or other 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 Well Springs Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Well Springs Nursing 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
- Rossfield Nursing Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sue Walsh (Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2020
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (53)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (5)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (2)
Well Springs Nursing Home Reviews (79)
Well Springs Nursing Home has a Review Score of 10 (9.957) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Well Springs Nursing Home has 79 reviews.
Sadly my mum passed away in March this year so only spent a few months there but the care and compassion shown to Mum and the family during her last week was amazing and there was always a member of staff about for a chat or hug when we needed it.
Thank you all for looking after Mum and treating her with the love and care you did. I know that she wasn't the easiest and could be difficult when she wanted to be, so thank you once again.
Your mum was a truly wonderful lady and we loved caring for her. Thank you for such kind comments. As always we will pass these on to each and every one of our nicknamed staff members including "Batman and Robin" who really were special to your mum. It fills us all with happiness that you knew we...
The short time my husband was at the nursing home he was treated with good friendly care and dignity. When visiting I too was made to feel very welcome. Since my husband passed away I have been back to the home, on each occasion I have been met with hugs and smiles and welcoming drinks. The staff are all very kind. The management are to be congratulated for this.
Thank you for your lovely comments. We will miss your husband dearly as we loved caring for him in the short time he stayed with us. We have been so lucky to meet you as well with your fantastic knitting skills. The knitted animals you made for the summer fayre and for my little girl were...
She had a lovely bright room, well decorated and very clean, in which we were able to put some of her things to make it feel like home. All the staff were outstanding and treat her with dignity, care and affection. The level of care was outstanding both to her and all the family, her great-grandchildren loved visiting her there and we were always made very welcome. She was only expected to be there for a few weeks as she was very frail but due to the care given at Well Springs, we feel they gave us extra precious months with her. She did enjoy sitting in the sun in the garden. She passed away in September and the care shown to us as a family that difficult night was second to none. Would certainly highly recommend Well Springs.
We are grateful for such lovely feedback and that your mum chose Well Springs as the place she wished to live at the point of needing nursing care. She was a quietly spoken, amazing woman. The best memories of ours are her sat in the front garden, soaking up the hours of sunshine last summer whilst enjoying an ice cream. Thanks for your kind words. We all loved caring for your mum.
Thank you to all the staff who looked after my aunt, She was only with you for a short time until passing away yesterday. The home is clean and welcoming. All the staff are friendly, caring and show compassion. A special thank you to one member of staff who was always willing to answer our questions and listen to any concerns we had about our loved one. We were all looked after with drinks and food offered to us.
It was our pleasure to care for your aunt here at Well Springs. Thank you for your kind comments about the home and the staff. We truly appreciate it and were privileged to look after her whilst she was with us. Thanks again.
Well Springs Nursing Home looked after our 96-year-old aunty with care and dignity. Every member of staff at every level was dedicated to caring and looking after her. She had a lovely room and the day facilities are outstanding. The day room is arranged in small groups with dedicated staff who really engage. The level of nursing care is outstanding and I would not hesitate to recommend this home to anyone. We are so glad we found Well Springs for our aunty.
We, as relatives at this difficult time, were so well looked after by all staff.Nothing was too much trouble.
It was our sincere pleasure to look after your aunty. Whilst not with us long, we were privileged to look after her at a time where she needed the warmth and loving environment that Well Springs is able to provide. We will pass on your lovely compliments to each and every staff member. They truly...
An excellent home. Clean and well maintained. Staff are very caring, experienced and work well together. Managers are clear about the standards they expect. Residents are treated with affection and respect. The home has a warm and welcoming approach with a friendly atmosphere. Staff also support relatives and families and give reassurance about the resident's care. I have no hesitation in recommending this home to others.
Thank you for such wonderful words. Your sister puts a smile on our faces every day and our team truly love caring for her. She is such a character and we love helping her with whatever she wants and needs. It's fantastic to hear that you have personally felt the impact of the work we do to look...
It is a shame that the meals are bought in but they are tasty and plentiful. Although at times a little cold (only occasionally) as the people needing feeding are seated last.
Thank you for your second review and we are so glad to hear you still feel extremely likely to recommend Well Springs to others. It’s lovely that you feel the warmth and caring atmosphere that exists within our home. We were over the moon to also have this recognised by CQC on their recent report,...
In mine and my families experience the care my mother received at Well Springs was excellent. All the staff from senior nurses to cleaners went above and beyond the service we expected. All the care staff were very helpful and nothing was to much trouble for them at any time day or night. All of the staff we met were always friendly and welcoming. The staff nurses went above and beyond the call of duty.
Your kind words are so lovely so thank you so much. Very fond memories of your mum have been shared between all staff since her passing and we truly loved looking after her. We always share feedback with all staff to show them that their hard work does not go unnoticed. Once again, thank you for such lovely comments.
I have found the staff to be professional, polite and extremely considerate on every visit. The standard of care provided is of a very high standard, consistently my mother-in-law is happy, very well cared for, clean, well fed and despite being bed bound has no pressure sore or redness. She is spoken to in a kindly and appreciative manner. She enjoys a laugh and a "sing" with the staff despite being unable to communicate in sentences. I am very happy and can relax knowing she is safe.
We are so grateful for the positive feedback. The staff love the jobs they do and it is so nice to hear that this is clearly evident to you, the family of such a wonderful lady that we look after. We hope to continue excelling in the care we offer. Thank you once again.
How could he settle into a nursing home, losing his wife, his home and with Aphasia.
Well Springs is a home filled with love, care, energy, happy, comforting and clean. Dad had a cheeky relationship with staff, although he could be stubborn, challenging at times. Clearly, he was loved and respected.
His friends/residents were also looked after because Dad wouldn't have settled if they weren't, always caring for other people. He loved the food, always first in the dining room. He was well groomed, had fabulous beard and haircuts. Staff shared jokes with his grandchildren. The little tots loved going.
God bless each of you hardworking adorable staff. We appreciate your love and support in his last hours. Thank you, you were his angels. We will miss you, you became our family.
Thank you for your kind words. It was a real pleasure to look after your Dad, he had a wicked sense of humour and he is sadly missed by all staff and other residents. Our staff are indeed hard working and it's lovely for them to know they are appreciated. Thank you.
We needed end of life care for dad and were extremely anxious about doing the very best possible for him; we would have preferred to look after him at home but this was impossible. Starting with the initial visit, nothing was too much trouble for Matron and her dedicated staff. They cared for dad in a professional manner, treating him with gentleness, sensitivity and respect at all times, and taking into account family preferences with regard to care decisions. The entire family was constantly made welcome, looked after physically/emotionally and most importantly, treated as 'people' as opposed to clients - from providing dad with a birthday cake, feeding us at all times of the day/night, to attending dad's funeral, a final gesture which touched us very much. We were moved by the compassion of the staff and the way in which dad was treated with genuine care. We really could not have looked after my dad better at home. Thank you Well Springs; We are truly grateful for everything.
We are so glad to hear that your experience and especially that of your fathers was over and above what you expected. We pride ourselves on how hard our staff work to truly care for people in their time of need, whoever that may be. Thank you for such glowing feedback and we wish you and the family the very best for the future.
Mum was a resident for all too short a time as she was seriously ill on admission but the staff treated her like an old friend. The care and kindness shown to her by the staff was wonderful and everyone who visited mum remarked about the pleasantness and helpfulness of the staff. Right from the moment when my sister and I went to look round, we were impressed by the attitude of the staff member who showed us around and explained the set up there. In the last few days of her life, the family were overwhelmed with the kindness and understanding shown to us. Mum was not fit to be involved in activities so it is hard for me to comment but there did always seem to be things happening when I walked past the lounge and the board showed a whole range of events.
Thank you Pam for such lovely words.
We enjoyed looking after your mum and ensuring she was always tucked up with her little brown dog. Our staff are so wonderful and work very hard to ensure everyone living at Well Springs is as happy and as comfortable as possible so I'm glad you and your family felt that.
Once again, thank you for giving us the opportunity to look after your mum.
He has very bad mood swings towards me and they take care of me as well as my husband with a great deal of thought and understanding.
Thank you for your kind words. We are glad you have been so happy with the care delivered and your husband is a huge part of the home here. The staff all love looking after him.
Many homes were better furnished and decorated but lacked that "caring feeling".
We thank you very much for your kind words. We always strive to offer a caring atmosphere for anyone who lives with us. We are updating some of our older furnishings and décor and so we hope you like the new additions.
My friend has been resident here since April 2012, and I would like to say that through all this time I have been very impressed with all the staff at this home. Their attitude, genuine care and compassion, and support have been extraordinary. Not just to my friend, but also to his now late wife. The support they gave her was unbelievable. Like an extended family!
Probably one of the most difficult decisions in life arises when a loved one needs to move into residential care. The best thing I've noticed about Well Springs Nursing Home is its staff. They give care to the residents with infinite patience and dignity thus ensuring a happy, homely environment. Everyone is very welcoming - it is lovely to see residents and visitors greeted by name and with a smile! The decor is well maintained with lovely bedrooms which residents are encouraged to personalise and many a visit has been enjoyed sitting in the beautiful garden. Having made regular visits to see my mother (a resident since 2010) and seen the loving care provided, there is no doubt that Well Springs Nursing Home was the right choice for her. Thank you to those who look after her so well.
Gradually over 18 years in Well Springs my wife has made tremendous improvements, not shouting, knitting, and word search, she can answer questions (not if a decision is needed), is good humoured. The difference is remarked from when she went to Well Springs. Today the staff although changes have occurred, are a credit to Well Springs as are the management, they are nice people doing their best for all residents. Now my wife and I enjoy short trips out by car, bit of shopping etc.
Activity staff are brilliant with residents. Always doing different activities with them e.g. drawing, painting, quizzes etc. Care staff and domestic staff are good with residents. Toileting problems are an issue, staff not always available when required at times. (This is not all the time).
Having been an architect all his working life my husband at the age of 45 developed cerebellar ataxia. I managed to care for him for over 20 years but in Feb 2012 a care home was needed Well Springs Nursing Home was chosen and not having dealt with CA before they did wonderful care. His dignity always maintained, help with feeding when required, personal hygiene excellent and spotlessly clean room. Well Springs Nursing Home was also my home as well as his as I could come and go when I wanted and take meals with him at anytime. Nothing has ever been too much trouble from any staff. Sadly my husband passed away after a long battle with CA on the 16th Oct 2015. I have no hesitation in recommending Well Springs Nursing Home to anyone needing care.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 23 August 2018Good
- 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.
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Awards / Recognitions (6)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Well Springs Nursing Home
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Meet the Team (3)

Hello! I am the Co-Owner and Managing Director here at Well Springs. We are a stand-alone family-run care home and it has been in our family’s ownership since 2006.
I joined the business in 2015 to work alongside my father, not before performing many roles in the home in my first year. This shaped my understanding of what it takes to work in care and many staff I worked with then are still here today. During my time in the business, I have been able to learn what it takes to offer truly Outstanding care and I will always strive to reach the high standards we set ourselves.
In my role, I meet all prospective families to show them the home and introduce them to the fabulous staff we have working here. Our staff are by far our biggest asset, and we work tirelessly to support them so that they can do the job to the best of their abilities. We have lots of “salt of the earth” people who have spent decades working here and embody our values every day.

I have been the Registered Manager at Well Springs since May 2018 however; I have been with the business since 2004 in other administrative roles. Before joining the business, I had an accounting background which has helped in my role, and I have built an extensive knowledge of the care sector in my time working at the home.
I have built an extensive knowledge of the care sector in my time working at the home.
I have implemented many changes in legislation and care requirements over the years and take pride in trying to achieve the best outcomes for our residents. We have a fantastic team, without which it would be impossible to achieve the high level of care that we all take pride in.
Our reviews are a testament to the dedication and hard work that the whole team puts in. We strive to achieve outstanding results and a high standard of care.
My role involves leading the team, quality control and overseeing all aspects of the daily running of the home. It is a varied and very busy role, but I am dedicated and passionate about working in the sector.

Hi, I’m Joe and I have been at Well Springs for nearly two decades as a member of the nursing team.
As Clinical Lead my role is to support the Registered Manager and the nursing team to achieve the best outcomes for the residents who live in our home.
I am a big believer that a nurse is not what you do but who you are. I am a nurse and love caring for those who are in need. My desire to deliver great care is a big reason I have enjoyed being part of the Well Springs family for so long, alongside many other staff who have worked here just as long as I have.
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