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The home has a warm, homely atmosphere, with a team dedicated to Sanctuary Care’s vision of Enriching Lives. This is based on the six senses people need to feel truly happy and fulfilled – a sense of achievement, belonging,...
Care Provided by Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- 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 68 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Our weekly fees are individual to each of our residents and are subject to a pre-admission assessment, which is required to understand the level of care and support needed. Our 2025 weekly care fees for residential care start from £1207 and for nursing care £1480, but may be in the region of 30% more*. This depends on your care needs and the type of bedroom that is right for you, from our standard rooms through to our premium bedroom options.
*If you require more specialist care such as 1-2-1 support, your weekly fee could be higher.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Pavillion Residential and 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
- Sanctuary Care Ltd
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Andrea Fox(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2007
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (68)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (29)
Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home Reviews (106)
Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.485) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home has 106 reviews.
She spent a couple of weeks in her room getting familiar with her surroundings and now socialises with other residents whether in the dining room or taking part in activities.
Although she's terminally ill I can honestly say she looks happier and healthier than I've seen her in months.
Three other people recommended this home to us and I would recommend to others too.
The staff are angels in uniform, treating patients with dignity and respect.
The staff aren't in a work place.. they are in the resident's home which is great to see.
Thank you for sharing such wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear your mum settled in so quickly and is enjoying spending time with other residents and taking part in activities. It means a great deal to know she feels happy, valued and supported, and your kind words about our team and the care they provide are truly appreciated.
From the very start all of the staff at the Sanctiary Pavillion were amazing. We had looked at this home when planning care & were impressed with the facilities and warm welcome we received. After a rapid decline in my mums condition the team at Pavillion reacted quickly to ensure a room was available to support her needs at very short notice
Mum settled very quickly in a lovely ensuite room and was looked after by the most amazing nurses, carers and managers in the home. Supporting not just her needs but the family too.
Sadly my mum was not with the home very long but the compassion and support the team provided extevded well beyond her csre & the staff went above and beyond right to the end.
I would nor hesitate to recimmend this home and would like to pass our our heartfelt thanks to everyone in the amazing Paviliion Team.
Thank you for sharing such heartfelt feedback. We're honoured to hear how welcomed your mum felt and how quickly the team supported her and your family at such a difficult time. Knowing our care, compassion and kindness made a difference means so much to everyone at the Pavilion.
Very pleased with facilities and care and attention with my friend in your care. Excellent.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're delighted to hear that the facilities and the care given to your friend have made such a positive difference.
Staff are great, very caring, Mum can be difficult but staff have great patience.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. It's lovely to hear how supported your mum feels.
Pavillion Care Home was recommended to me by a neighbour whose father was once a resident. I had viewed many care homes to find the ideal 'home' for my mom and when I visited Pavillion I was not disappointed. The home is always clean and tidy. The staff are always wearing their uniform and are happy and welcoming. They always ensure Mam is clean and well looked after. IN particular, Jayne and Ashley have a lot of patience with Mam and treat her like a family member, which is very reassuring for me. I can finally sleep at night knowing she is in good care. Thank youl
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. Its incredibly heartwarming to hear how welcomed and reassured youve felt since your mum joined us. Knowing shes well cared for and treated with such kindness means the world to us. Were proud to provide a clean, safe and supportive environment where families can feel at ease.
Would like to express how fantastic Jayne and Ashleigh are, they are so polite and treat all the residents and visitors with respect. They are both always so happy, and nothing is too much trouble for either of them. They are a credit to the care home.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It's wonderful to hear how warmly our team members are engaging with residents and visitors. Creating a cheerful and respectful environment is at the heart of what we do, and feedback like this truly means a lot.
My mam has resided at the Pavillion for over 3 years now. I can't praise Ashley and Jayne enough. They both have bubbly personalities and nothing is too much trouble. If they are working we are 100% happy, unfortunately that can't be said for all carers. My mam's room 40 has been due to get decorated etc for months so I'm hoping under new management this will be carried out.
My father has recently passed away and his last 18 months were so very happy at Pavillion. Everyone at the Carehome has been so caring, friendly and thoroughly professional. They looked after him with loving care and always had his best interests at heart. The best example I can think of is that for many years Dad was adamant he never wanted to go to a Carehome but circumstances became such that he just had to move from London to Pavillion. After 2 months he told us to sell his home as he had no intentions of going back to London as he was so happy "and I live here now with all these wonderful people looking after me". The purpose of writing this review is to assure anyone looking for a fantastic Carehome for a loved one then they need look no further than Pavillion. Thank you to everyone at Pavillion for making my father's last 18 months so happy and safe.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're truly sorry for your loss and honoured to have cared for your father during his time at Pavillion. It's incredibly moving to hear how happy and at home he felt with us - that means everything to our team.Your heartfelt recommendation is deeply...
Not a bad word to say. Please see rating.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to review. We're thrilled to hear that you had nothing but good things to say.
The Pavillion has been my home for 6 months now. I am very happy here. My room is comfortable and very clean. I have freshly laundered bedding every day! My personal care is excellent. I can't sat "thank you" enough times to the wonderful carers. Although always busy they never rush when attending to me. Meals are appetising served in lovely dining room. The ladies at the table have become my friend. There are many events organised. I am looking forward to the summer fair on Saturday. Family and friendly are always made welcome.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear you're happy at The Pavillion and that you're enjoying the care, comfort, and companionship here. Your appreciation means a lot to our team, and we're so glad you feel at home.
Staff very helpfull look after all needs.
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear our staff are meeting your needs with care and support.
I have noticed lower staff levels especially on a weekend, impacting on staff who are running around trying to do their best for all the residents. Very different to visit on a weekend, can wait around ten minutes to get into home.
Thank you for your wonderful scores for our home and team at Pavillion. Your feedback is invaluable to us and will be passed onto our team.
Thank you to all staff, especially catering/kitchen team for the beautiful birthday cake and the way mam was made to feel "Queen for the day" on her 97th birthday, her first in care. What a wonderful place the Pavillion is, the joy and laughter shared by carers and those cared for at the event on Wednesday 26th March. The atmosphere was buzzing with delight and the face of my mam and everyone else said it all. A lot of work goes into organising such occasions. Thank you.
Thank you for your heartfelt message. We're delighted your mum had such a special 97th birthday and felt truly celebrated. We're grateful for your kind words about our staff, who will be so proud to read your comments.
My mother entered the Pavillion Care Home on an initial 6 week respite period. This has now become a permanent residency. The management and staff have been excellent at settling my mother in the care home. The cleanliness of the care home and the friendliness of the staff is excellent. Facilities and activities explained to myself are also encouraging residents to be involved. Overall a very nice care home.
Thank you for sharing your positive experience. We're thrilled to know your mother has settled comfortably at Pavilion. Your kind words about our staff, cleanliness, and activities mean a lot to us. We're committed to maintaining a welcoming environment and greatly appreciate your feedback.
My dad, was a resident and unfortunately passed away on the 24th Feb 2025, My mum, me and my partner spent a huge amount time in the last year visiting my dad from the moment he.moved in you know he was going to be looked after,from the warm welcome has you enter, the management who was always approachable, being at the home and it is a home, every aspect became part of our family, to the care staff who did amazing job looking after dad, the kitchen, house keeping and even the handyman played apart, we will be forever grateful, life is so short, our older folk are just so special to us all, the hardest part was accepting dad needed help and the staff at the pavilion made that transition easier
Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt message. We are truly sorry for your loss and really appreciate your kind words about the care your dad received. It means so much to know that our team could provide such comfort and support to both your dad and your family during such a difficult time. We...
Always a friendly welcome on arrival. My sister is well looked after, clean, well dressed and it's great to see her laughing in her room when we visit, showing how comfortable she feels there. Communication is difficult due to her condition but she responds well to our fun interactions and stimulus. My sister enjoys being part of the stimulating social activities and it's great to see her included in the photographer sharing these photographs, it's a great way to promote the home's activities.
Thank you for your lovely review. It's wonderful to hear that your sister is so well cared for, happy and relaxed, and that she enjoys the social activities. We're also glad you appreciate the photographs - it's a great way to share special moments and keep everyone connected.
I find that the nurses and regular staff are really good, however I don't feel the agency staff know about my mum's needs and worry about this. I sometimes think that the regular checks are are not done, or not done correctly as sometimes I have noticed my mam has not been moved or she has sneezed and has snots all over her mouth as she is unable to wipe herself. I also think an interior upgrade is needed of the rooms and home.
Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate your kind words about our regular staff. Unfortunately, due to a recent flu outbreak, we had to rely on some agency cover because of staff being poorly, but I'm pleased to say that we are now back to normal with our dedicated, long-serving team....
I haven't rated activities because didn't have any experience of them. Never knew which ones were being offered, because Mam always said there weren't any, but she may not have wanted to participate.
Thank you for your lovely review and kind words about our team. It's heartwarming to hear that your mum was treated with such kindness and dignity and we truly appreciate your recognition of every member of staff who cared for her. We understand that not everyone wants to participate in activities,...
Things I would improve :
1. Rooms to be painted fresher, brighter colours.
2. Less dependence on agency staff at weekends.
Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to hear your friend receives such good care. I am pleased to say that after a short period where our maintenance operative was off work, he is now back and our rolling redecoration programme to keep rooms fresh and welcoming has resumed. Regarding...
The staff throughout the home are very welcoming and offer help where they can.
Thank you for your kind words and positive feedback for the team at the Pavillion. We're pleased to hear that you're satisfied with the care your husband is receiving and that the welcoming nature of the staff makes a difference. Supporting our residents and their families is our top priority and your appreciation means a lot to us.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 29 June 2022Good
- 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.
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Awards / Recognitions (9)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Sanctuary Care Ltd
Meet the Team (3)

"Pavillion is a wonderful place to work - all the staff are here for the right reasons and just love our residents"

Donna has worked at Pavillion for over 20 years! She loves making our residents happy with the food she cooks.

Jasmine has worked at Pavillion for eight years, and as one of our team leaders her favourite part of her role is "looking after our residents".
Frequently Asked Questions about Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home
What types of Care is Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home have?
There are 68 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Ground Floor Accommodation only, Gardens, Bar/Café, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Pavillion Residential and Nursing Home to the centre of Houghton le Spring?
0.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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