
We cannot praise your staff enough and please pass on our most sincere gratitude to everyoneStuart B(Nephew of Resident/Service User)

I have been here since Feb 2024, it is the most wonderful place in every way.R H(Resident / Service User)

Brilliant and fabulous. First time in a long time that my Mum is safe and happy.M S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

We cannot praise your staff enough and please pass on our most sincere gratitude to everyoneStuart B(Nephew of Resident/Service User)

I have been here since Feb 2024, it is the most wonderful place in every way.R H(Resident / Service User)

Brilliant and fabulous. First time in a long time that my Mum is safe and happy.M S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Hillside Lodge Care Home is located just half a mile from the town centre, offering convenient access to local shops, public transport, and the A1 motorway, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.
The home provides high-quality residential care for individuals who require support with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, eating, and managing medication. For those with more complex medical needs, dedicated nursing care is also available, delivered...
Care Provided by Hillside Lodge 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
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 50 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- 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 Hillside Lodge Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Hillside Lodge 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
- Care Concern Group Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Monique McBeath(Interim Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (50)
Parking
- There is onsite parking.
Hillside Lodge Care Home Reviews (135)
Hillside Lodge Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.555) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hillside Lodge Care Home has 135 reviews.
To start - gold star. They did me proud in doing a room for my 90th birthday - cold drinks, biscuit and the chef made a 90th birthday cake. Not forgetting all the hard work the staff made with balloons and party hats and they had all the chairs and side tables in a circle. So one big thank you.
During lockdown I was treated very well, I had a relationship with all the staff who were very helpful since lockdown. I have been treated with great respect and the help for my wife and the general care my wife gets is impeccable. She is very happy so far which helps me greatly.
Excellent facility. Transformed from ten years ago. Welcoming, Covid-secure and very friendly. Staff are confident and the residents are welcomed.
My husband went to Hillside Lodge for a weeks respite care. Unfortunately, he became ill and eventually was taken to hospital. The care he received in Hillside was second to none, and the staff were kind and supportive to me at a very difficult time. I would not hesitate to use this home in the future or to recommend it to friends. A first-class facility.
I found the management and staff very friendly and so helpful, very welcoming. The care staff I have met always have a smile and a word with me. My mother says the food is nice and there is a good choice. I don't know about activities as Mother is happy in her room.
My mum went to Hillside Lodge for a trial, unfortunately, she became acutely ill whilst with them, which was difficult for all concerned. However, at all times my mum's care and family support was given professionally and in a dedicated manner. Communication on all matters during this time was excellent, especially with the manager.
I always have fun and plenty to do with the activities. My room is really nice and my brother visits me. Food is very good and I get a cooked breakfast, best meal of the day. The carers are the best and look after me and help me.
My father was in Hillside for two weeks before he passed away. I would like to say that all the care and support he got was over and above exceptional. The staff were kind and caring, no matter what time of the day. Everyone deserves a massive medal for all the hard work they do and with smiles on their faces.
I am so glad I chose this home for my mum she is very well looked after extremely happy and cared for. During these difficult times, I am kept informed and up to date on all aspects of my mum's wellbeing also video calls where I can see her. I am very happy with all care and support my mum is given and how in touch the home is with me.
Thank you for your comments about your recent experience at Hillside Lodge Care Home. Our residents’ wellbeing is our main priority and it is great to hear that you were so pleased with the quality of our care.
My mother spent the last few weeks of her life in Hillside, and the care she received was exceptional. We were initially concerned about institutional care, but these fears dissipated immediately upon her entry into Hillside. This care home is the perfect mix of professional management and medical care, and a loving caring community. Hillside is purpose-built, scrupulously clean and provides a calm and welcoming atmosphere. Its main strength, however, is its staff. Most of our contact was with the chief clinical lead who was truly exceptional in the bond that she formed with my mother and the constant care that she gave her at the end of her life. Mother's time in Hillside was brief, but it was made enjoyable, dignified, secure, respectful, comfortable and reassuring by all the staff who dealt with her. In our loss, we are hugely grateful for the care given to our mother by Hillside and are comforted by the fact that they helped make her passing so comfortable and supported. Thank you.
Thank you, David, we always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience at Hillside Lodge Care Home was so positive. All of our team are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.
I have visited Hillside Lodge many times over the years, professionally and personally over the past 10 years. On my most recent 2 visits, I was supported to visit my old friend who recently moved into the care home. The staff were most helpful in enabling my visits and prior to that arranging form me to speak on the telephone to my friend. On my recent visit the staff including the manager were most helpful and treating my friend with courtesy and respect she told me she was happy and seemed very well looked after.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback about our home. We are pleased to hear that your experience has been positive and appreciate all of your kind comments about our team. Have a lovely day!
I am enjoying my time here and feel very happy and content. I would love to stay.
Thank you for your feedback following your recent experience at our home. We are happy to learn it has been a positive one. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know how we are doing. Have a wonderful day.
Thank you very much.
Thank you, Ronald, for taking the time to share your feedback about our home. We are so sorry for your loss, and offer our sincere condolences on the passing of your wife. Thank you for the wonderful comments about our team at Hillside Lodge; who also express their deepest sympathies.
My mother has a new family in living at Hillside Lodge, especially with the activities it provides for the residents, she loves them. She is very well cared for, with dignity, safety, and she feels very secure in her own bubble. Hillside Lodge is a special place for people with dementia. The staff care for all their residents.
Thank you for letting us know how we are doing at Hillside Lodge Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority, and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.
I find the staff very friendly and caring. There is a lovely caring atmosphere. My mother looks very calm and content. They have taken lots of time to settle my mother, caring for her every need.
Thank you for letting us know how we are doing at Hillside Lodge Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.
The activity workers are amazing doing Zoom calls and activities to keep mum occupied. The home is very clean and mum loves the food.
Thank you for letting us know how we are doing at Hillside Lodge Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.
Father-in-law stayed for one-week respite care. He said the care was excellent and the food couldn't be bettered. Because of Covid restrictions, he had to isolate but was ok with this. Overall he had a very pleasant stay.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback about our home. We are pleased to hear that your experience has been positive and appreciate all of your kind comments. Have a lovely day!
I was so worried about my sister during this pandemic but I shouldn't have been. The care and management were amazing to put my mind at rest. My sister was so happy when I saw her on WhatsApp she said she couldn't be happier, they're working so hard putting on shows and even getting a takeaway in and opening a little cafe inside the home which looked like the one we used to go in when she was a little girl. The management are outstanding and do anything to make me relax. I know my sister is safe through these very serious and fighting times. Well done Hillside Lodge you are all very special. Keep up the hard, work stay safe very special people.
Thank you, we always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience at Hillside Lodge Care Home was so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.
Nothing is a bother and the manager will do all she can for us and is there if we need anything. It is so special to visit my sister and know how happy and well kept she is. Well done Hillside Lodge Outstanding.
Thank you, we always appreciate individuals taking the time to give their feedback and we are very pleased to hear that your experience at Hillside Lodge Care Home has been so positive. All of our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all of our residents and it is very rewarding to have their efforts recognised.
Staff do an amazing job in this most difficult time, they have kept everyone safe and virus free, myself and our family can’t thank them all enough.
Thank you for letting us know how we are doing at Hillside Lodge Care Home. The care and wellbeing of every resident is our number one priority and it is rewarding to have such positive feedback about how we are doing.
Bed Vacancies
4 Bed Vacancies
Posted: 01 July 2026We currently have vacancies at our lovely care home. Please get in touch with our friendly team to find out more.
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Shanti qualified as a nurse in 1989 and worked in various hospital departments in India for seven years. She then moved to Saudi Arabia, where she worked as a head nurse. In 2006, she relocated to the UK and began working as a nurse at Hillside Lodge. Since then, she has been a dedicated member of the team and progressed to the role of Clinical Lead Deputy Manager in 2012, a position she continues to hold today. Shanti prides herself on maintaining close relationships with the local community, multidisciplinary teams, and GPs. She has developed strong bonds with the residents and their families, ensuring a supportive and compassionate environment for everyone in her care.
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