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Coffee mornings and home baking are some of the activities that are popular with residents, who are also encouraged to enjoy the use of...
Care Provided by Almond Court
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
Length of Stay
- Permanent 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- 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 Almond Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Almond Court to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
Support you may be entitled to
- If you choose a care home based in Scotland, you may be eligible for the Scottish Government's Free Personal Care funding of up to £260.30 per week (if you are over the age of 65) and Free Nursing Care funding of up to £117.10 per week. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jamie-Leigh Kidd (Service Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (42)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (42)
Visiting
- At anytime
Parking
- Free onsite parking
Almond Court Reviews (60)
Almond Court has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.042) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Almond Court has 60 reviews.
Staff are always friendly and approachable. Always available to listen to my concerns and act upon things that I approach them with, in a timely manner.
The rooms are spacious, with great views on the south-facing side.
The food I good and it's very good value for money. Highly recommended.
My wife was admitted to Almond Court with dementia. I couldn't cope with her living at home (we are both in our 80s). Now I know I can leave her in safe hands and I can visit whenever and as often as I want.
From the moment I entered the care facility I was impressed by the friendliness of the staff despite me arriving at meal time, they were happy to show me around the home, which really was homely, clean, odour free and had a really good vibe and I have visited a few homes prior to this. I decided immediately that this was the place I wanted for my mum. She has now been there 4 months and is thriving and is well cared for and is taking part in outings and daily life. Thank you so much to all the staff nothing is ever too much trouble. I have recommended this place too many folk as a result of how impressed I am with the home keep up the fantastic work.
Dear Maureen, thank you for your kind words about Almond Court, and for taking the time to leave a review
This care home already has a great reputation within the care industry. My mum loves all the activities and day trips that are provided. The staff are friendly and approachable. My mum's room is always immaculate too. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Almond Court.
Dear Tracy, thank you for your kind words about Almond Court.
Of course, there can be little irritations but with communication with the staff, they get resolved.
If you've been the main carer and pass your loved one over to someone else then you realistically have to adjust.
There is an interesting and varied entertainment programme.
No-one wants to lose their independence, especially through dementia but this home provides a safe environment to allow the individual to do what they can.
Dear Linda, thank you very much for your kind words about Almond Court.
Mum is being well looked after and is much happier now than when she first entered the home. She has put on weight and says she loves the food. The staff are genuinely caring and friendly to visitors and I am contacted immediately if there are any issues. I am happy with the standard of care and the home is always clean and tidy.
Dear Linda, thank you for your kind words. We are glad you are happy with the service at Almond Court.
Fantastic nurses.
Great atmosphere within the care home. Staff are excellent in all areas of care.
We are welcome at all times. It feels like home. Always a friendly face there to meet you.
Dear Sandra, thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review.
My relative has been in this care home for four years now and I have found the care excellent.
Dear Morag, thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave us a review.
Couldn't have got a better place for mum to live she loves staying here. Room is lovely and clean and Lorna and all her staff are great they are all friendly and cannot do enough for mum and us. It doesn't matter how many questions you ask, the staff are always happy to answer them our family can rest easy knowing mum is somewhere that she is safe and happy.
Dear Margaret, thank you for your kind words, we are so pleased to hear that your mum is content at Almond Court.
I am very happy with the management, staff and support for my husband in Almond Court. There is a lovely homely atmosphere and his room is clean and comfortable with a nice outlook. He loves the food! The staff could not be more helpful in caring for him, me and the family when they visit. They are kind and considerate. All in all, I couldn't ask for anything better for him.
Thank you for your kind words.
I have been in a number of care homes and this is the best without a doubt! Very clean and comfortable with great staff who are always helpful. The manager is excellent, I was in a luxury care home in Surrey and it was not as nice as Almond Court.
Thank you for your kind words, we are pleased that you are very happy with our home.
My mother has been a resident in Almond Court since August 2014. From the beginning, I have found management and all staff to be helpful, considerate, responsive and supportive - as well as being proactive in my mother's care.
Thanks Johann for your kind words, we are pleased that your mother is happy at Almond Court
I visit several times a week and find each time that my wife has been very well looked after (Alzheimers) and is content and cheerful. We both have excellent relations with the staff who are all very competent and caring.
Thank you for your kind words.
Staff professional and caring.
Thank you for your review Archie.
I have had a few issues with Almond Court night staff. Things that were meant to be dealt with on their shift and if it's not done; like making sure mum's wheelchair is clean and laundry is taken to the laundry room, then day staff have to do it. Overall, I have good relations with the day staff and manager.
Thanks for your comments Janice. As you know we have recently spoken to you with regard to the issues raised and I trust that we have now managed to resolve the problems for you. Please feel free to come and see me next time you are visiting your Mum if there is anything else you would like to raise.
I would move my parent however, I believe them to be safe and think that being moved it would be to their detriment. I think that the staff do their best but are underpaid and although there are legally enough, I think that it would benefit the residents having one more person on duty. Also be nice if they interacted more with the residents instead of doing paperwork / watching TV / chatting amongst themselves instead of with residents.
I would be happy to discuss your mothers care at anytime, please feel free to call or come in and see me on your next visit.
Mum well looked after,staff very good,informed of all things concerning mum,happy with care given, room clean and tidy,sometimes mum has someone else's nightdress on which can be upsetting at times but when staff informed they change her .
Thanks for your kind words Maureen. We are currently addressing our laundry functions and we will ensure that your Mum is wearing her night wear moving forward.
Excellent care home with wonderful staff.
Thanks for your kind words Maureen.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 19 March 2026- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Good
(4)
- How good is our leadership?Good
(4)
- How good is our staff team?Good
(4)
- How good is our setting?Good
(4)
- How well is care and support planned?Good
(4)
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (4)
- 27 Mar 2020Recipient: Almond Court
- 28 Feb 2020Recipient: The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- 01 Feb 2018Recipient: The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Almond Court.
Meet the Team (1)

Jamie-Leigh has worked in the care sector for 13 years and has been with Holmes Care Group for the past two years. Since qualifying as a nurse, he has worked exclusively within the private care home sector, progressing through a wide range of roles including Staff Nurse, Night Manager, Clinical Lead and Assistant Service Manager, before becoming Service Manager at Almond Court.
He has a particular passion for supporting people living with cognitive impairment and dementia, focusing on patience, empathy and creating meaningful interactions and experiences. Jamie-Leigh holds a BA in Nursing and brings strong knowledge of medication management, infection control, health and safety, and staff leadership to his role.
Since becoming Service Manager, Jamie-Leigh has supported improvements in inspection grades, moving the service from 3s to 4s, with a continued focus on further progress. He is proud of Almond Court’s relaxed, welcoming environment, where residents are treated with dignity, respected as individuals and supported by a committed team delivering warm, person-centred care.
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