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Carers offer residents and their families the support they need during what many find some of the most trying times of their lives. Families are truly grateful for the personal support they receive, when faced with one of life's very difficult decisions and the team pride themselves...
Care Provided by Thornhill Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- 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 42 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
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- 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
- 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 Thornhill Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Thornhill 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
- Hill Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Leonora Jeffers (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2012
Room Information
- Single Rooms (40)
Thornhill Care Home Reviews (31)
Thornhill Care Home has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.015) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Thornhill Care Home has 31 reviews.
My father has just moved into Thornhill and from the first time I stepped through the door The manager and every single member of staff have been brilliant, I could not fault anything , I am so happy at a sad time that my dad is getting the care and support and respect he needs .
We are honoured and thank you for providing us with the opportunity to care of your dad and yourselves.
They are always happy to help and are happy nothing is too much trouble for them
They are making our dad very comfortable in his stay
I will be up christmas eve
Just like to wish all the staff a merry Christmas
I will share the feedback with the staff and thank you for giving us the honour to support your dad and yourselves here at Thornhill.
The home has obviously had recent problems and a poor rating. Staff have been working hard to rectify this, and I have to say things have definitely been improving. The nurses and care staff who look after my mum are always caring and helpful.
I have found Thornhill to be a welcoming environment, although the need of some updating, for my friend who has been there for the last 6 months and previously for respite care. I was concerned by the grade given at the last inspection, however I needn't have worried improvements are being made at a rapid pace now and she is cared for in a welcoming safe place which she considers home (most of the time!) All staff are pleasant and happy to discuss any issues/questions I may have. Onward + upwards for the management with the staff engaged in changes being introduced. Thank you to everyone.
From entry to exit, I found the staff to be both welcoming and engaging. They displayed care and attention to all the residents present during the visit. The home is undergoing a management review and the temporary manager showed a willingness to ensure the residents are cared for to a high level and all their needs are met wherever possible.
My mum has been here for at least 6 years. I have always felt confident that she is cared for well, I find the atmosphere is good, and the staff are kind and helpful. I have sampled the food and find it to be good. My mum is mostly happy and smiley, I think they have good activities, and can always see them doing something on their social media page. Overall, I am very satisfied.
I find Thornhill Care Home a nice environment for my auntie, she has settled nicely and they look after her very well. Pretty basic but clean and not smelly like some care homes I've visited. Everyone always seems nice and polite and welcoming when I've been to visit. Thank you for watching over my auntie.
I come to visit a friend about once a month and I am well impressed with the activity organiser and the work she does, different activities with residents each time I come. If she is there, which she usually is midweek. I do come on different days each time when it fits in. Other staff are very pleasant but a lot do not say much but refer me to staff in charge. On security, I will say I have brought presents for Christmas and birthday and never seen them again. Recently, the door is locked so hopefully things will be better in regards to that. I have been coming for two years.
Many thanks for your review, I will pass this on to the staff. I am sorry that you have experienced things going missing, I was not aware of this. However, if you would like to contact me I can investigate further. Once again thankyou for your lovely review.
I came from hospital with no choice. I have found that I get the support I need. I prefer to stay in my room, but will come for some activities, quizzes etc. I find the staff helpful, friendly and happy to help.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review, We are happy that you feel supported, I will pass on to the staff team.
I am very comfortable and happy at Thornhill. My room is pleasant and the food is prepared especially for me as I have a pureed diet. I enjoy all the activities that I can take part in. All the staff are brilliant, they will do anything for me.
It is an absolute pleasure providing the care and support you need Jean. You make all the staff smile every day, You are amazing and we love having you with us.
Also on a personal note, it's great to see my mum cared for by such kind and caring members of staff. Always seen to be so patient and understanding.
My mum is doing so well and is enjoying the fantastic activities organised by the entertainment coordinator and visitors that make the day more enjoyable.
An important factor for me is being able to speak to any member of staff with issues relating to Mum, however big and small, and they are always treated with professionalism and help which is so reassuring to family near and far.
A huge thank you to all staff.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write your lovely review. All our residents and families are so important to us, I will pass on your wonderful review to our activities and our staff. Your mum is wonderful. Thank you once again.
I am a regular visitor and always feel there is a good number of staff taking care of the residents.
My mum is treated well and has settled in well, she is also enjoying her food again which is prepared fresh onsite daily.
There are various activities taking place on a regular basis.
Overall, we are delighted to have my mum as a resident here.
Staff are knowledgeable in their respective roles, but they also demonstrate genuine compassion and empathy towards the residents. It is evident that they truly care about the well-being and happiness of each individual under their care. They go above and beyond to ensure that my dad's needs are met, and they always treat him with the utmost respect and dignity. The facilities are spacious, clean, and well-maintained, providing a comfortable and homely environment for the residents. The common areas are beautifully decorated and offer a range of amenities, including a cosy lounge area. One aspect that sets the home apart is the wide range of activities and programmes available to the residents. The activities coordinator does an incredible job of organizing and ensuring everyone can participate. We couldn't have chosen a better place for my dad to live.
My aunt's birthday was recently celebrated with a splendid party. She is bright and relaxed and enjoys the company and activities. Thank you all.
Very caring and helpful staff who make sure residents are happy and treated with respect. All residents are included in the varied activities that are organised in the home. Help is offered if any problems do occur. Medication is delivered in an efficient manner and the health of residents is always taken into consideration.
Mum could not remember to ask for a wash and change of clothes so at times didn't get either often enough.
I accept that what Mum hoards will have caused the smell but some days concurrently the room smelt.
Overall the stay was most beneficial and we would use the facility again.
Nothing was too much trouble for them. In my mum's declining weeks, they were kindness itself to family and towards Mum. Knowing Mum was in good professional hands, made it easier for myself and my sister.
Very good.
Staff very friendly but not enough of them. Did not interact with my mum (she has dementia) when she was there, neither did they follow her care plan. Be careful what they quote for care because as soon as they found out we would be paying for it ourselves the price was nearly doubled.
Since my dad has been in Thornhill, we fell that the staff are particularly efficient when there's a concern with my dad. All staff are reassuring when we ask questions. They are very friendly. The kitchen staff always offer hospitality and know my dad's needs and go beyond. To care for all of us. Excellent.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 16 December 2025Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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 (1)
- 15 Feb 2016Recipient: Hill Care
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Thornhill Care Home.
Meet the Team (2)

I have worked in care for 13 years and have done or had my hands in every role within the care home, from laundry to assistant manager. I am a care home assistant practitioner on top of being the assistant manager.
My end goal is to run my own home as a home manager.

Before I started at Thornhill I had graduated in Economics and had a change of my career and it is the best decision I have made. I have worked for Thornhill for many years; I started as a domestic and worked my way up to team leader and completed the NVQ Level 5 so I am very proud of my achievements. I am very passionate about my job which truly brings me joy, I believe I am able to excel in my role and I am always able to take on more responsibilities.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thornhill Care Home
What types of Care is Thornhill Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Thornhill Care Home have?
There are 40 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Thornhill Care Home?
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, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Thornhill Care Home to the centre of Huddersfield?
1.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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