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The dementia-friendly interior and exteriors at St Catherine’s come together to create a beautifully modern dementia care home.
The 28 bedroom suites are designed to give residents luxury, privacy and independence.
Staff recognise the importance of recreational activities, and with a dedicated activities coordinator who plans each day based on the...
Care Provided by St Catherine's Dementia Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 55 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
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Room rates cover the individuals' personal care needs, their private room, laundry services, daily wellbeing planner (a wide variety of activities and events tailored to the service users including minibus trips) all main meals and regular snacks and refreshments. The rate does not cover private costs such as a hairdresser fee, although a hairdresser does visit the home on a weekly basis.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact St Catherine's Dementia Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact St Catherine's Dementia 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
- Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Lee Dale(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 30+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2022
Room Information
- Single Rooms (39)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (39)
Visiting
- The team welcome visitors of residents and clients to the home and aim to be as flexible as possible. Visitors are welcome to pop-in but calling the home to pre-arrange a visit is preferred.
Parking
- Private parking on-site.
St Catherine's Dementia Care Home Reviews (77)
St Catherine's Dementia Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.568) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Catherine's Dementia Care Home has 77 reviews.
The care in this home is wonderful. They looked after my Dad in his last few days and showed so much respect and care for his needs and kept him as comfortable as possible. They also looked after us with the same respect and care. They explained everything and spent time talking to us all and to Dad. I can't thank them enough.
We are happy with the care my father is receiving at St Catherine's and more importantly, so is my father. He praises the care staff and their care and attention as well as the cleanliness. His only gripe appears to be about the quality of food at times.
Staff always helpful and sensitive in dealing with relatives. The staff were particularly caring during dads last few days and could have done more. We have no complaints at all.
Very high-quality care. Efficient, friendly approach and food is good. Communication with me is excellent regarding health concerns and personal care. Well staffed with good record keeping.
My mum was a resident at St Catherine's for 7years. She was treated with kindness, love and respect. Nothing was ever too much trouble for the staff. In the last year of mum's life, a new manager was put in place and with her team, in my eyes, have stepped up the game plan, I.E. All staff seemed to have a lot more training courses and staff appeared happier.
My mother has been a resident of the home for the past 10 months and is much more content/relaxed than when she was living on her own. She often comments how lucky she is to be a resident here. She feels safe and secure, which is reassuring to her family. The staff are very attentive to all the resident's needs, and they show a huge amount of compassion and support.
My opinion of St Catherine's care home could not be higher.
The standard of the care my auntie receives from staff and management is first class and could not be improved.
The food is excellent and they spend time with each resident making sure they are eating well. They serve regular drinks and snacks, making sure all residents are hydrated. The home is always clean and the manager is always working hard in the office making sure the home is run well, but best of all the wonderful staff are caring for the residents in a fantastic way.
What a gem of a home we have found!! (and I can say this because our mum aged 83 now has spent her whole life in mental health units, hospitals and care homes). Well Done St Catherine's and Wellburn you are very lucky to have such a great team!
This care home is brilliant. The staff look after my mum with the utmost care. Nothing is too much trouble. They let us know when there is a problem. The staff are so friendly when I visit. I would recommend this home to anybody and I do. I feel happy leaving my mum in the care of this home.
Mum has been a resident at the above since August 2010. Initially through lack of mobility, hospitalised following a fall she required 24-hour nursing care. She was then positively diagnosed with dementia and moved on to the mews. Eventually, her personal care needs became more urgent and she was moved to another room in 2015-2016. She is now is bed 24/7 but the care she receives is still outstanding. She is encouraged to eat and drink by all staff despite her abusive tongue. Activities coordinator includes her in all that they do. Eg Mother's Day, Remembrance Day, Summer Barbecue etc. It really is home from home and we all feel like part of a huge family.
My mother has lived there for a few years now and we have been pleased with the way the staff respond to her changing needs.
My only criticism is that there is a regular turn over of staff which is a shame as there have been some extremely motivated people who, for whatever reason, have moved on.
Mum's dementia makes it hard to express herself but she always appears happy in her environment.
In response to the comment you have made about our staff turn over, unfortunately, care tends to be a transient industry in which staff do move...
We are so very pleased with the care our mum has received and is receiving here at St Catherine's. The care giving staff are so kind and understanding of all the residents' needs. They are extremely welcoming to us as family. Regular activities provide the residents with a great deal of stimulation. My sister and I would definitely recommend St Catherines to someone searching for a homely, caring placement for a member of a family.
My mother seems very happy and content with the care provided.
If I needed proof that my husband is extremely happy at St Catherine's Residential & Nursing Home, his return to the home from a three week period in hospital was proof enough: he showed how happy he was to be back with immediate effect! In fact, it was astonishing to see the transformation within a few short hours of his return. The care and attention he receives are beyond good: the staff are incredible and go out of their way to ensure the wellbeing and safety of the residents in their care. The smile on my husband's face, a smile I did not see at all during his hospitalisation, returned almost immediately he was back in his room, which made me smile too! I hate to leave him but it is so nice to have the reassurance that he is so well cared for.
My mother has been a resident at St Catherine's for over three years. The staff are outstanding; they have endless patience, are courteous, affectionate, extremely kind and understanding, and somehow always retain their excellent sense of humour. The care my mother receives is personalised, compassionate, and has evolved as her condition has altered; I am always consulted and involved in decisions that involve how the staff support her. A big thank you to the Manager and the team
My wife has been a resident for three years. I visit daily and since the present management took over I have been delighted with the care. As my wife has been in two hospitals and three care homes, I would suggest that mine is a reliable opinion.
Many Thanks
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 08 September 2021Good
- CaringGood
- 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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Awards / Recognitions (11)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Wellburn Care Homes Ltd
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (2)

Lee has worked in the health and social care sector since 2004. Within this time, he has covered many roles working his way up from Care Assistant and previously a Peripatetic and Turnaround Manager before becoming Home Manager at St George’s, Glenholme House and Eighton Lodge. Lee currently is the Senior Manager at our Specialist dementia homes, St Catherine’s and The Manor at St Catherine’s.
Having worked in care management for 10 years, managing his first home at the age of 24, Lee brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in residential, dementia and nursing care.
Qualifications include:- NVQ Levels 2, 3 & 5
- Level 3 Administration of Medication
- Moving & Handling Train the Trainer
- Basic Life Support Train the Trainer

Lindsey's career with Wellburn started in 2008 at St Catherine's as a part-time administrator before she gradually began working shifts as a care assistant alongside her role as an administrator. Lindsey then became a full-time administrator before being promoted to Senior Support Worker at St Catherine's in 2023. In 2024, Lindsey was recently promoted to Deputy Manager of St Catherine's and The Manor at St Catherine's.
Qualifications include:NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care.
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