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Hesslewood House Care Home, on Ferriby Road, Hessle – Where Everyone Has a Life Worth Celebrating
Part of the multi-award-winning Strong Life Care family, Hesslewood House Care Home in Hessle, East Riding of Yorkshire, offers a warm, inclusive environment where every resident is valued, respected, and supported to live life to the fullest.
Conveniently situated on Ferriby Road, Hesslewood House provides high-quality residential care, dementia care, palliative care, and...
Care Provided by Hesslewood House Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 66 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
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- 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 Hesslewood House Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Hesslewood House 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Strong Life Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Alison Hudspeth-Lamb(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (66)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (66)
Parking
- Large car park available
Hesslewood House Care Home Reviews (64)
Hesslewood House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.861) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hesslewood House Care Home has 64 reviews.
We are genuinely touched by the emotions also shown towards us regarding Mum. Our heartfelt thank you goes to all the team.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for your kind words.
We know how difficult and emotional it is to see a loved one decline, and we are honoured that you entrusted us with your mum's care during her final weeks. Supporting both residents and their families through...
My mother was a resident in the care home for nearly four and a half years before she recently passed away. She was always well looked after and respected by all the staff there. She was also kept occupied with a wide range of activities and trips out which she really enjoyed. They also looked after her very well in the final few months of her life when she had lost her mobility. Staff were also welcoming and friendly towards any visitors.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for your kind words about Thornhill House.
We are honoured to have cared for your mother over the past four and a half years and are pleased to hear that she felt well supported, respected and able to enjoy the many activities and...
We were involved in social events, sent a newsletter and could call anytime to see how dad was. There are socials and activities 7 days a week, which keep the residents entertained.
Also, good attention to medical needs.
Thank you so much for your lovely review.
It means a great deal to the whole team to know your father felt safe, cared for and treated with dignity throughout his time with us. We're also so pleased that you felt involved and supported as a family - maintaining those close connections is...
The staff have all been wonderful with my husband Paul and helped him to settle in to his new home. They all are so polite and happy in their work and give our family support and we all know they are very kind to him.
Thank you for your review. It is much appreciated and helps those looking for care in the Hessle area.
My brother has been in the care home for over two years and is very settled and calls it home. My brother enjoys the company and singers who attend the home, and we was also able to come for a family Christmas meal and muself and my sister really enjoyed it, and the Christmas decorating was amazing and very well done and looked professional. Great staff and management, and the home looks great, very clean.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear that your brother feels settled and truly at home at Hesslewood House - that means everything to us. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed spending time together at Christmas and that the entertainment,...
My mum went into Heslewood House care home for respite care after being in hospital. This home is lovely. All the staff are so kind and helpful. I loved how visiting was left open rather than any restrictions. My mum was very comfortable in her lovely room. Beautiful entrance/reception too. Thank you once again to all the staff at Hesslewood.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear your mum felt comfortable and well cared for during her stay, and that you found the team welcoming and supportive. Your appreciation means a great deal to everyone at Hesslewood House.
Excellent care home my mum didn't want to be in a care home, but when she went into Hesslewood she was very happy to stay after the rest bit period was over. We as a family are very happy for our mum. The care home Hesslewood is fantastic could not rate this home more highly.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear that your mum settled so well at Hesslewood House and felt happy to stay with us - that means a great deal. Supporting residents to feel comfortable, reassured and at home, while giving families peace of mind, is incredibly important to us. Thank you for your kind words and recommendation.
I have been connected to the home for several years, as my mother-in-law was there before my dad, so I think that alone will tell you how happy we have been. The staff and carers are all lovely and very happy to help the residents and their families.
It truly means a great deal to hear that your family has trusted the home over several years - that speaks volumes and we're incredibly grateful for that confidence. Knowing that both your mother-in-law and your dad were happy here is something the whole...
The most important thing is that my mother receives excellent care. She is happy and content and feels safe. Myself and my Mum have a great rapport with management and staff, there is nothing that we can not discuss with them. The staff and management listen and resolve any issues quickly and efficiently. Everyone is friendly and professional. My Mum especially enjoys the activities such as dominoes bingo and the visits from the hairdressers. I highly recommend Heslewood House care home.
We're delighted to hear that your mum feels happy, safe and well cared for at Hesslewood House - that is always our absolute priority. It's lovely to know that you both feel able to talk openly with the team and that any concerns are listened...
My parents have both been residents at Hesslewood. My mum had alzheimers and she was so well looked after. Mum declined rapidly after a stay in hospital and it was such a relief when she was able to go back to Hesslewood to be cared for again.
Dad is still a resident there. He enjoys the many activies that are organised daily for the residents. Including games, quizzes, bingo and also walks outside in the lovely grounds. Often there is entertainment. Including singers coming in. Plus trips out to different places.
The staff go to a lot of trouble to arrange events that include the families, including a Christmas meal and mothers day afternoon tea.There are wonderful themed decorations for things like Christmas, Easter, Halloween and other holidays.
In summary it is an excellent care home with caring staff and is in a lovely location.
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience.
We're truly grateful that your mum was able to return to Hesslewood House following her hospital stay, and that she received the care, comfort and support she needed during such a difficult time. It means a great deal to know she...
Staff are amazing and very friendly and treat residents with the respect they deserve
Rooms and communal areas always kept clean and tidy.
The activities they provide each day to keep residents entertained is absolutely brilliant.
Also can really see a difference in my mother-in-law since she has been there these last few months, it's like she's got a new zest for life, I've not seen her this happy for a long time so is great to see when we see her.
Would very highly recommend to anyone looking for somewhere for their loved one.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review.
We're delighted to hear how happy your mother-in-law is at Hesslewood House, and that you've seen such a positive change in her since she joined us. Knowing that she feels respected, well cared for and able to enjoy our activities with a...
The most amazing place. My mum had been in other care homes locally and I wasn't happy with her care so I got her moved to hesslewood and the difference in her is unbelievable. She is so happy. It's like a holiday camp for her. The entertainment, the staff, the care she gets is unrivalled. I can't thank the staff enough for how they've treated her and got her involved in the many activities they put on. It has given me so much pleasure when I see her that she tells me how happy she is.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and heartfelt review.
We are truly delighted to hear how happy your mum is at Hesslewood House, and that you've seen such a positive change in her since moving to the home. Knowing that she feels settled, supported and able to...
Mum came into home for respite in June . I've found the staff very approachable, professional, helpful & very supportive. The seniors & care staff really do work very hard to provide excellent care even under sometimes immense pressure. With exceptionally kept grounds/building is a pleasure to visit modern clean and well kept . Staff I have met are always happy to help, two particular staff members very supportive , their teams work hard especially noticed 7 members of staff in particular to name a few go the extra mile and I know my mum is happy and secure in their care . I feel an extra pair of hands would go a long way ..as residents needs are never ending, due to needing specialist care.. management ensure residents and families can attend monthly meetings/are always there to talk whenever needed. They have some activity's , encouraging residents to participate. Admin staff make a warm welcome giving the whole place One big welcoming homely feel
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review, the team will really appreciate it.As part of our continuous improvement, we are very keen to learn how we could improve your 4 scores to 5, so if you would like to get in touch with any suggestions as to how we could have perfected yours and Mums experience with us, we would be grateful!Best Wishes
Thank you for everything you do to make it so special for all the fabulous activities you organise for the residents. I could not have found a better home for my mother! A special thank you to the management who lead the team with compassion, dedication and fun.
Thank you so much for your kind words, we are glad that the environment is inline with the outstanding care within the Home. I can't wait to share this review with our team. If you have any ideas on how we could further improve, please feel free to come have a cuppa and see us.Thanks again
I enjoy my visits to Hasslewood as you are always made very welcome. The new decorations have really made a difference to the place and made it into a very nice place for everyone, and I'm sure the residents feel happier. Things have definitely improved for the better.
My mum is very happy in the home and I have complete peace of mind as she is looked after very well.
My mum has been in Hesslewood House for coming up to 7 months now and during that time, there has been endless decorating/themed projects in operation. There is a beautiful hair salon, an American themed dining room, cinema with large screen and cinema seats, a tasteful seating area over looking the beautiful gardens and endless decorating around the residential areas. The most recent project has been the reception area which has been decorated beautifully, tastefully furnished with such attention to detail. For any family member or friend that comes to visits, it's such a comfort knowing our loved one's are looked after and live in such beautiful surroundings.
My mother has been a resident of Hesslewood House for a year now. A great location for a care home and surrounded by lovely grounds, we often take mum out in the wheelchair when the weather permits. All those who work at the home are wonderful and it's great to see the same cheery faces when we go for visits. Any questions regarding mums care are always answered quickly and in a friendly manner. Staff always make time to talk face to face which is much appreciated. The home is always clean and welcoming. Recent upgrades to the communal areas have really brightened up the interior. It's always a good sign to see continual investment within such organisations. Mum is always well presented and enjoys the many activities that are provided for the residents. It is such a relief that I and my family know that mum is so well looked after by the terrific team at Hesslewood.
Mum has been at Hesslewood House Care Home for over a year now and we couldn't have chosen a better place for her to live. The staff are the most amazing, caring, thoughtful people. Like a lot of families who have to make the tough decision to place their loved one into a care home, we were apprehensive but Hesslewood House has been such a good choice. Any doubts that lingered in the depths of our minds were allayed the day my sister walked into mum's room (the door was open) to find one of the staff sitting on her bed cuddling her and talking to her just as we would. This is the loving attitude of everyone at Hesslewood House. Mum's dementia means she can be difficult, sometimes very difficult but they reassure just like us somehow letting her harsh words go straight over their heads while we reel! No day is mundane, events (and there are many) are inconclusive of family and the atmosphere of normality is amazing, residents miss out on nothing. Supermarket trips, pub lunches, walks.
Thankyou for your lovely words these will be shared with all.
Such commitment, dedication and care for all the residents from the Manager and staff, fabulous care home.
Thank you so much for your lovely review this will be shared with staff.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 23 July 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (6) & Events (0)
- 12 Jan 2026
A Christmas Eve to Remember at Hesslewood House Christmas Eve began early at Hesslewood House Care Home in Hessle, as we were honoured to be featured live on BBC Breakfast,...
- 27 Jun 2025
Our first ever Hesslewood House pet show was a hit! Families and staff members brought their fluffy members for a day full of fun, laughter, and heartwarming moments - each...
- 27 Jun 2025
Throughout the month of May, a heart warming initiative brought staff and residents together all in support of Dementia UK. With walking shoes laced and determination high, participants of all...
There are no upcoming events for Hesslewood House Care Home.
Awards / Recognitions (11)
- 04 Dec 2020Recipient: Strong Life Care Ltd
- 04 Dec 2020Recipient: Strong Life Care Ltd
- 01 Dec 2020Recipient: Strong Life Care Ltd
Meet the Team (1)

Alison has worked in the Health and Social Care sector for over 20 years and knew care was the career path for her. She loves working with people and finds helping people to be extremely rewarding.
Throughout her career Alison has worked in roles including Senior Carer, Unit Manager, Deputy Manager and now Home Manager. She has a Level 2, 3 and 5 NVQ and she and her team at Hesslewood House have been nominated twice for the Care Awards.
Alison is fluent in Afrikaans and English and has worked all around the world. She loves travelling and spending time with her family. Words of encouragement from Alison for someone looking for the right care home would be: “Visit the home if you can, so you can get a real feel for it, I love working with my fantastic team and building strong relationships with our residents.”
Frequently Asked Questions about Hesslewood House Care Home
What types of Care is Hesslewood House Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Hesslewood House Care Home have?
There are 66 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Hesslewood House Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Hesslewood House Care Home to the centre of Hessle?
0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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