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Life at Bentley House is shaped by the people who live there. Residents enjoy two elegant restaurants, with menus chosen by the resident committee. The stunning...
Care Provided by Signature at Bentley House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 90 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)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- 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 Signature at Bentley House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Signature at Bentley House 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
- Signature Senior Lifestyle Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Emma Franklin(General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 6
Room Information
- Single Rooms (77)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (77)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (8)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome at any time.
Parking
- Large car park to front of home.
Signature at Bentley House Reviews (145)
Signature at Bentley House has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.786) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Signature at Bentley House has 145 reviews.
Bentley House were amazing in the care they provided for my mum in the last few weeks of her life. We had hoped she would have been with them for longer. A difficult time for all but she was treated with dignity and exceptional care. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. It was an honour to care for your loved one and we are grateful for the trust you placed in us at Bentley House.
Throughout this time all the staff have been unfailingly courteous & helpful.
My Mother's care has been exemplary & it's been a pleasure to chat to the two ladies on Reception.
Dom has always been on hand to helpfully deal with any issues- nothing has ever been too much trouble - from settling my Mother to making sure she gets the best care.
Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We truly appreciate your feedback, and it means the world to us to know that your loved one is happy and well taken care of. Our team is dedicated to providing the best care possible, and it's heartwarming to hear that we've made a positive impact.
My father moved in to this wonderful home in May. It was no easy decision for us as family, however finding Bentley House made us feel so reassured that Dad would be in the best possible place. The home itself is beautiful with a warm and welcoming environment. The staff have been absolutely incredible with Dad, from care staff to liaison management to reception staff; wherever he goes, he is greeted with a huge smile and warmest of encounters, this makes him feel extremely valued as a resident and part of a new and extended family. The staff are extremely caring and responsive and have been fantastic at communicating with us and welcoming us all as family. Dad has formed incredible bonds with some staff. They are fantastic at providing feedback. No question or request is too much, and they are always learning about Dad to personalise his care. We feel blessed to have Dad living at Bentley House and hope he continues to have this amazing accommodation and care for years to come.
Thank you so much for your kind words and taking the time to share your experience with us. It means the world to our team to know that we are making a difference in both your and your loved one's lives. We take great care in providing the best care and comfort for all our residents and your feedback inspires us to continue doing so with love and dedication.
I was initially concerned about moving my mother into a residential care home, as she had always said a care home would not be for her. The move into Bentley House was very straightforward once we had a move-in date. Soon after she moved in, she said that she was very happy being at Bentley House. The staff are all very kind, friendly and very polite to her and always use her name. She enjoys going to the cafe for tea and cake and seeing other residents and staff. She has been taken to watch films in the cinema which she has enjoyed. She has tried a few activities and the staff are encouraging her to try some more.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so glad to hear that you and your family have had a positive experience with us. It's always our priority to create a warm, caring, and supportive environment for our residents and your feedback means the world to us.
My Stepmother moved into Bentley House July 2024. The transition from home to Bentley House was smooth thanks to the support and guidance of staff. Although early days and the huge change to her life she has voiced that it was the right choice and place for her. Considering that she has high expectations she has settled and is enjoying the activities offered. She considers the food to be of a good standard and has praised the care and commitment all staff have shown her.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It's so great to hear that your Stepmother is settling in with us and I will be sure to pass your kind words onto the team.
The first impression is that it seems more like a 5-star hotel than a residential care home. The words care home can, as I am sure most people imagine, conjure up quite unpleasant images, but Bentley House couldn't be further from these stereotypical ideas. It is very clear that time, effort and consideration have gone into every aspect. This isn't a place that people come to wait for God but rather to actively live and experience what is there for life to offer.
Nowhere is perfect and there won't always be an ideal solution for every problem, but I'd wager that Bentley House and its staff come as close as is possible. Would highly recommend it to anyone in our position.
Thank you so much for your kind words. Your feedback is invaluable and helps us keep our standards high, it has been a pleasure to get to know your father-in-law.
Dad did not spend long at Bentley House but his last few weeks were comfortable for him. The staff in Cedar Ward were very caring, as was the nurse in charge. I was very touched by the care of Dad the day he died and the kindness/respect shown to him and me.
Thank you for the very kind review, we are pleased we could provide this comfort for Dad and the family at this time.
Although only a short stay - my aunt would have loved the facilities. The client liaison manager was absolutely amazing and did all that one could ask of him. Was a pleasure to meet all the staff and the cooling of my aunt in her last days was exceptional.
Thank you for your kind words, it was pleasing having your aunt with us and getting to know you both.
Viewing was easy, getting a room was easy, moving in was easy and the continued support is awesome.
We are so pleased with how this has turned out and couldn’t ask for a nicer environment for Mum, who is also very happy in her new “home”.
Dominic was especially helpful throughout.
Bentley House is from what we have learnt a different class from the others around.
Thank you for the very kind response, we will be sure to pass your feedback on to the team.
My friend has resided at Bentley House for many years on the dementia floor. The staff have always been so friendly and caring towards all the residents and visitors from what I have seen during my time visiting. Nothing seems to be too much trouble when speaking to the staff, no matter how big or small the task is. The home is immaculate, with wonderful settings and daily activities for the residents to enjoy! I always enjoy my time spent there.
Thank you for the very kind review, I will ensure this feedback is forwarded onto the teams at Bentley.
Can’t thank you guys enough!
Thank you for the very kind review, we are thrilled with your feedback and will be sure to pass this on to our team at Bentley House.
Nothing is too much trouble at Bentley House. All staff are caring and committed - even knowing every resident's name and cheerfully smiling 'hello'! Bentley House is not perfect, but it is pretty close. I know my mum is safe and well cared for and I can leave her in that knowledge, which gives me peace.
Thank you for the exceptionally kind review, it's a pleasure having Mum with us and seeing you when you visit.
It is such a relief to know that my mum is being cared for in a professional manner and that she is happy and enjoying herself at Bentley. I go out of my way to get to know her fellow residents, other visitors and staff every time I visit and it really feels like I am going into my mum's home because everybody is friendly and nothing is too much trouble.
Thank you for the exceptionally kind review. It has been a pleasure having Mum with us and getting to see you and your family here at Bentley House.
My mother lived in her home with my help until she was 89. Sadly there followed a stroke and dementia and we were advised that she should no longer live alone. I researched carefully and moved her to an assisted living apartment in Bentley House, Hertford with the promise of 24-hour care on hand and help with personal care and everyday requirements eg meals, laundry etc. The facilities were fine but mum was moved to a 5th-floor apartment which we soon discovered was the only inhabited apartment on the floor. Mum became increasingly isolated. Her mental health deteriorated. I discovered sores on her body. She was not showered. They couldn’t manage her medication, personal care or mood swings. Challenging behaviour was met with calls for me to attend or hospital stays. I was soon the only one to shower her. It was clear that Bentley House could not manage Mum, promises were broken, and her care was lacklustre and inadequate. We moved.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.
We are sincerely sorry that your experience did not meet the standards you or your mother expected, and I'm sure we could have done more to support you both during your mother's stay.
Supporting individuals who exhibit challenging...
Mum moved to Bentley House 4 weeks ago and is very settled and happy there. The staff are excellent and the accommodation and the food are a very high standard. It is an example of how a care home should be.
Thank you for your very kind review and words, the team appreciate all your lovely feedback.
It's not cheap as we all know but we as a family have been thoroughly impressed since our family member took up residence at the beginning of October 2023.
The care is brilliant and it is great to see staff members going about their duties in a diligent manner with a smile on their faces.
Thank you very much for such a kind review, it has been a pleasure for us at Bentley and we are so pleased with your wonderful feedback.
The staff at Bentley House are exceptional. They have become like family over the last 18 months. With both parents on the dementia floor together life has been tricky but this has been much more bearable knowing they were well cared for by such loving, kind, compassionate, hard-working staff. They go over and above to care for the residents. When my father passed away recently some came to the funeral and it was evident that it was not just a job for them, they truly cared for and loved our loved ones like their own family. Bentley House is an outstanding place and the staff deserve the highest praise. The facilities are wonderful and I know my mum is in safe hands.
We thank you for such an exceptionally kind review, it has been a pleasure caring for dad, mum and getting to spend time with your family over the time spent here at Bentley House.
My mum was only at Bentley House for a few months before she passed, I cannot rate the staff highly enough, Mum's care and love she received from all the staff was second to none, I cannot express how exceptional Bentley House is, it's like a 5* hotel, nothing is too much for the staff, not only did they give amazing care for my mum, but they looked after all my family too, always offering us support. Once again thank you to the wonderful staff and all the team that looked after Mum and our family.
Thank you for the extremely kind review, it was a pleasure being able to have Mum with us and caring for Mum and your family.
The staff were always kind and caring and dealt with every need as it was required.
The dementia unit was outstanding.
Thank you for the extremely kind review; it was a pleasure to have your mum with us, and we thank you for your continuing support.
I think that Bentley House should be rated as outstanding - not just good.
Thank you very much for your very kind review of Bentley House.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 13 July 2022Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- 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 (15)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Signature Senior Lifestyle Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Signature Senior Lifestyle Ltd
- 21 Nov 2024Recipient: Signature at Bentley House
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (5)

I have had the pleasure of being part of the Bentley House family since 2018, working in a variety of roles across the home. In my current position, I am the first point of contact for families beginning their journey to find the right caring environment for their loved ones.
I truly enjoy welcoming people into Bentley House and showcasing our exceptional facilities, luxurious surroundings and the incredible team who make our home so special. Supporting families at such an important time and helping them feel confident in their decisions is one of the most rewarding parts of my role.

I began my career in care at the age of 16, working part-time as a Housekeeper while still at college. Spending time with residents quickly sparked a passion for care, and I soon left college to become a full-time Care Assistant. I spent my first ten years in the sector before taking the opportunity to travel, exploring Thailand, Australia, Vietnam, Malaysia and South America over 18 months.
On my return, I spent the next 14 years developing my career from Senior Care Assistant to Assisted Living Coordinator, then Regional Care Coordinator, supporting homes across the business before stepping into a General Manager role. I later joined Signature Senior Lifestyle, first as General Manager at Elton House and then transferring to Bentley House.
With 30 years in the care industry, I feel just as passionate about supporting residents today as I did when I was 16. Providing exceptional care, leadership, and a true sense of home for our residents continues to be a privilege and a joy.

I have worked in health and social care for more than 20 years and have progressed through different roles throughout my career. I have completed Level 5 in Health and Social Care in Leadership and Management. Currently, I am working towards CIPD Level 5 in People Management. I have a background as a qualified nurse and midwife. I have experience working with different client groups, such as dementia, learning disabilities, assisted living, nursing and residential care. I am a very hardworking and passionate person. As the Residential Manager, I believe that it is important to be approachable and willing to help others. I pride myself in having a friendly and open approach to residents, loved ones and team members.

I started at Signature at Bentley House as Dementia Care Manager.

As Hospitality Manager at Signature at Bentley House, I combine my experience in hospitality with my background in Occupational Therapy to enhance the overall resident experience and create a welcoming, comfortable, and supportive environment.
My focus is on ensuring that every aspect of our hospitality services, from dining and housekeeping to the wider living environment, contributes positively to residents’ wellbeing, independence, and quality of life. Working collaboratively with our care and clinical teams, I strive to deliver high-quality, person-centred services that reflect the individual needs, preferences, and aspirations of each resident.
I am passionate about creating an environment in which residents feel valued, respected, and empowered to live as independently and comfortably as possible. By placing the resident experience at the heart of everything we do, I aim to foster a true sense of home while promoting dignity, choice, and meaningful daily living.
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