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Staff are friendly and Lowgate has a homely feel. Staff at Lowgate pride themselves on creating a home from home environment.
At Lowgate Nursing Home, care is provided for people who are living with dementia, people who have nursing needs and...
Care Provided by Lowgate Nursing 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 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)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees may vary depending on the outcome of an assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Lowgate Nursing Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Lowgate 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
- Roseberry Care Centre (England) Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Olayinka Shangotola(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 1985
- Last Refurbishment: 1998
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (42)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (12)
Visiting
- Visiting is welcomed and encouraged at times convenient to the resident.
Parking
- Parking is limited. If the car park is full then there is the option to park in the adjoining cul-de-sac
Lowgate Nursing Home Reviews (92)
Lowgate Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.0 (8.952) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Lowgate Nursing Home has 92 reviews.
I have found the staff to be excellent and caring during my dad's time at the nursing home.
All the best.
My mother and her visitors received kindness, care and compassion during her stay at Lowgate. Every effort was made to ensure her comfort and well-being and we were kept fully informed about her welfare.
They've also set up a Facebook group that allows me to see how my friend is doing, and clearly they are really doing their best to provide interesting things to do during this time: such as looking after baby ducks! It was lovely to see my friend holding a baby duck on the Facebook page, and I know it helped the family too.
Generally, they have always been easy to contact and open to having a chat about how things are going.
My mother has been resident at Lowgate Nursing Home for over 8 years up to her death at the end of May 2020. Her care was excellent. Nursing, caring, entertainment and all aspects of daily care was of a very high standard. Communication and friendship shown to me was also excellent. I will always be grateful that she was able to be at Lowgate. Every aspect was excellent and I would highly recommend Lowgate Nursing Home to anyone who needs nursing and care.
Thank you for those kind words, Mum was a huge part of our Lowgate family and was a pleasure to look after.
My mother was resident in Lowgate for over 8 years and I couldn't have wished for anywhere better for her to spend her last years in a care home. All the staff went above and beyond in her care during her long illness, especially in the last 3 days of her life during the Coronavirus pandemic. Nothing was too much trouble and they are really a very happy family there.
Please stay in touch, best wishes, Karen
Extremely pleasant, caring and professional staff. I feel so fortunate that my father is in Lowgate. They spend a lot of time helping new people to settle in and have kept me up to date with any problems or issues relating to my father's health and wellbeing. There is plenty of entertainment and activities for residents, and people are gently encouraged to join in. The rooms are clean, and the food is good.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Teresa. We really appreciate it.
I could not have wished for a better place for my aunty. Everyone was very pleasant, accommodating and nothing was too much trouble. If my aunty needed to go back into a care home Lowgate would be the first place I would feel happy and comfortable putting her. Thank you, everyone.
Hi Gail, we loved looking after your Aunty and we all hope she is doing well. Very best wishes, Karen
Mum moved into Lowgate in May 2018. From the beginning, she was loved. nurtured and cared for to the highest of standards and she settled very quickly. She was always treated with respect and dignity by all staff and she thrived on this. The staff work hard but there is always a happy, positive atmosphere and I was always made to feel very welcome and enjoyed my visits there. In Mum's final days the support given to us all was amazing. I really can't thank everyone enough.
My Mum spent a few weeks at Lowgate between leaving the hospital and transferring to a residential home close to me in the Midlands. During that time I was extremely impressed with the quality of care given. The manager, deputy manager and all staff went out of their way to be helpful and make sure my Mum's needs were catered for. They even provided a packed lunch and other extras for our long journey to her new home!
It was our pleasure Christine, we hope your Mum has settled in well in her new home.
My aunt has been a resident for 9 months, throughout which time I have been impressed with her care and how engaged the staff are with all of the residents. She has developing medical needs which the team monitor and manage effectively. While my aunt's memory is fading, she is usually relaxed and bright when I visit. The team have a great schedule of activities, especially over Christmas. A big thank you to everyone who works hard to make Lowgate such a good place to live.
All the staff are lovely, kind, caring and happy to help. Lowgate Nursing Home have ideal surroundings for people who have care needs and is all on one level, which allows freedom to move around the building and gardens, if able to do so. Lowgate Nursing Home has a lovely homely feel.
Thank you very much for your kind words Christine, the staff will appreciate it.
The staff are friendly and civil. The home is attractive to the eye both inside and out. They ensure that the residents' health is attended to when needed. They will inform relatives if any problems arise. Resident's rooms are cosy and personal effects are permitted. Resident's requirements and history are displayed in their rooms so that visitors, as well as staff alike, are informed without the unnecessary checking on records.
We are always met with a smile by staff when we visit.
Thank you very much for your kind words Lesley. We are all very fond of your Father.
I would rather be here than anywhere else.
All the staff display a very friendly nature and are very professional. Meals are prepared and served with passion and always look delicious and my mother particularly enjoys the Sunday Roasts. I have only one concern which is my mother sometimes not always has urine saturated garments which upsets her. I do bring this to the attention of the carers who do come and tend to her.
I am happy to hear that you are happy with the care and that the staff are responsive. If you would like to come and discuss this with me, I'm sure we can find a solution.
When I visit, all staff are welcoming and I am made to feel at home at all times. The nursing staff and caring team are dedicated to their role and show kindness and patience to everyone, particularly those who have just arrived and find the change challenging and confusing. The home is kept clean and tidy.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It means a lot to the staff to know that the care they deliver is appreciated.
My mum was in Lowgate and not only did she enjoy it but also felt safe. For her family to know she felt safe was very reassuring. The staff are great, the food good and care very good. The night my mum passed away her family were looked after by the staff even when they had plenty to do. Thank you for your care and I know my mum would say the same. Good luck in the future.
Thank you so much for your very kind words. Your Mum is missed in Lowgate Care Home.
As an NHS employee, I was well informed about the care homes in our locality and this is the one I wanted for my parents. Whilst the building has been smartened up, it is the staff who make Lowgate. Whilst almost all the staff are good from the management team, kitchen staff, trained nurses and carers, the team ethos and the caring element are at its forefront. Special mention must be made of the activities coordinator, who goes above and beyond the job remit. The only improvement would be to increase the staff : client ratio.
Thank you for your review, our staff team are fantastic and they are definitely one of the best things about Lowgate.
Caring and obliging staff, made my husband's stay comfortable.
Thank you for your review, I am glad we were able to offer support to your husband prior to his return home to you.
Lowgate have cared for my Mum who had advanced stage dementia for the last 2 years until her death in July. She needed everything doing for her and the staff always treated her with respect and dignity. They always made the time to let me know how Mum was doing and answered any questions I had.
Thank you very much for your kind words. The team at Lowgate appreciate them at this difficult time.
Our family cannot thank you enough.
Thank you for your kind words of appreciation at what must be a very difficult time for you and your family.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 30 January 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.
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Meet the Team (1)

I joined the Lowgate team in December 2024, I am a qualified Nurse and I have worked in both the NHS and social care, I have worked my way up from a care assistant to where I am now. I look forward to starting my journey here at Lowgate.
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