
The moment I came through the doors at Cavell Court I was treated with care and respectJ F(Respite Resident/Service User)



The moment I came through the doors at Cavell Court I was treated with care and respectJ F(Respite Resident/Service User)



Cavell Court delivers round-the-clock residential and dementia care on a permanent and respite basis. This spacious, purpose-built home is all about enabling residents to continue to enjoy a fantastic quality of life.
Every member of the team is dedicated to delivering person-centred care and ensuring residents enjoy each day to the full, whether that’s taking part in activities and outings or helping out with small tasks around the home, from gardening...
Care Provided by Cavell Court
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 80 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
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- 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
of care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.
Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible.
• All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
• All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
• In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
• Use of in-house cinema
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access
appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
an agreed hourly charge for this service.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Cavell Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Cavell Court 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Care UK
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Pedro Campos (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (80)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (80)
Parking
- Parking on-site
Cavell Court Reviews (159)
Cavell Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.803) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Cavell Court has 159 reviews.
I cannot speak too highly of the care staff at Cavell Court Care Home. Both day and night staff have shown such love and care to my husband and he has made a remarkable improvement in health during his stay. I feel the carers are my friends! Thank you Cavell Court.
My dad, who has Parkinson's, dementia, went to Cavell Court Care Home after an unexpected and immediate need for respite care. One member of staff at Cavell Court was far more efficient in calling me back and answering my questions than any other similar care home. We managed to view a room the same day and the process of arranging respite care was straightforward and only took three days. Due to circumstances beyond our control, my dad is now staying as a permanent resident at Cavell Court. He has settled in well which makes visiting and leaving him that little bit easier for me and my mum. His room is clean and spacious with a nice en-suite. Being purpose-built, the corridors are wide and make it easier for him to be mobile. The food menu is varied and all the staff I have met have been helpful and friendly. There is a pleasant garden and the reception area has a 'cafe style' area with a coffee machine and cakes where you can meet your loved one if you don't want to go to their room.
At Cavell Court Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Many thanks, the Care UK team.
It’s now chaotic, noisy and busy and staff seem overworked and stressed which isn’t their fault. Waiting times for personal care have been from 15-45 minutes.
Rooms are clean, spacious with en-suite
Meals have declined and are later and later each day.
We are glad to hear you are pleased with the staff’s supportive and caring nature, as well as the cleanliness of your mother’s room at Cavell Court. Although we have opened lounges up to be used by residents on different suites, this has been done purely for the benefit of residents to encourage...
The care team were unfailingly kind, loving and professional, attentive to her every need, mental and physical. They showed great compassion and humanity treating her with dignity and always went the extra mile. Visitors were warmly welcomed and frequently commented on the high standard of care and the warmth of her carers.
The admin team was also highly professional from reception to trouble-free admission to finding out about Mum’s background, lifestyle, likes and dislikes. Relationships and coordination with the Hospital and District Care Team involved at various times in Mum’s care were excellent as were all aspects of customer care including phone calls and personal contacts with relatives and friends.
Our confidence was total.
At Cavell Court Care Home - Care UK, we set a high standard for ourselves so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Thank you for your time and we look forward to hearing from you.
Many thanks, the Care UK team.
My father passed away on 01/01/2023 with me and my daughter holding his hand after he had spent the last fifteen months being cared for by the most amazing carers. Everyone I came into contact with was kind and welcoming, nothing was ever too much trouble. He was shown kindness, dignity, laughter and love. His room was always clean, meals varied and well planned and there were plenty of snacks for him to help himself to. From the minute I walked into reception I was welcomed. The young carers to the more experienced ones blew me away with their compassion. I want to thank each and every one of you who cared for him in whatever way. You always went that extra mile. I will miss him and I will truly miss seeing you all on my visits. Thank you from myself and family.
When we've visited the home it has been consistently welcoming and the environment is very stable, clean and has a very warm atmosphere.
All the care staff we have met whilst visiting my father have demonstrated real care and understanding of his needs. The care is administered compassionately and it feels the residents are treated with respect.
I've spoken to a number of the staff and leaders and they've all been very helpful to me.
My father seems very settled at Cavell Court Care Home. Thank you for looking after him so well.
Cavell Court Care Home has been an amazing home for Dad, he has advanced Alzheimer's and can be difficult but the staff have been very caring and considerate towards his needs so much so that he never wants to come back home. All the staff are very welcoming and friendly.
My husband has not been in Cavell Court Care Home for long but we, as a family, are so happy that he is able to stay permanently following extended respite. I am relieved as it is the best care home he has ever stayed in. The staff seem to really care about their residents with good humour and are very observant in respect of spotting a brewing illness. They will also update me promptly and welcome as many calls as I like if I have any concerns. They are friendly and actually listen to me and any suggestions I may have in respect of his care. Most importantly, my husband is happy and settled and does not ask to come home with me when I leave. If my husband is well cared for and happy then I am very happy.
Mum was reluctant to try a care home but has settled into Cavell Court Care Home well thanks to the warm welcome from the staff and other residents. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff even when under an enormous amount of pressure. We are always warmly greeted and also made to feel welcome.
As a family, we cannot rate Cavell Court and the team high enough. My mum needed urgent respite care after 3 weeks in hospital. We were very hesitant as though she should be with us at home. However, the staff made this decision and transition so easy for us and mum. Since being at Cavell Court mum has improved significantly both engaging with the wonderful staff and much improved mobility and mum looks so much healthier and happier. The staff are caring and loving. Thank you to all the team at Cavell Court, keep doing what you do as it’s so important our loved ones receive the best of care in a relaxed, safe and homely environment which you do. Thank you
Very nice home, relaxed feel and helpful staff. Very clean and well organised with nice outdoor spaces. Good communication with regards to admission and discharge. Additional cost for haircut and chiropodist unavailable during our two-week stay. Other residents appeared to be happy and had plenty of opportunities to socialise. Ground floor rooms are particularly nice on the courtyard side.
I have one comment on process, relating to my particular case, which is that the administration of medications should be worked through at the outset of a stay. In my case, some drugs are for patient - dosage, which varies, and cannot easily be fully described in a few words on the packet or jar.
Beyond that, I have one request - it should be compulsory for name badges to be worn by staff and offered to residents.
I expect it will be tough to maintain the standards you have set - so good luck.
And I do look forward to my next visit if circumstances so arise.
We are delighted you enjoyed your time with us, we loved having you too.
Thank you for taking the time out to review us and for sharing this constructive feedback, we are always looking at ways we can improve the service we...
My dear husband has had Alzheimer's for five years now and after being discharged from hospital after a four-week stay he was transferred to Cavell Court Care Home. This situation has been heartbreaking as he and I do not have close family and the separation has been so very painful. He has been at Cavell Court now for six weeks and I cannot commend the staff more, although they are all under tremendous pressure they have taken real good care of me too. His care is outstanding, nothing is too much trouble even down to him having his favourite glass of whisky each evening. He seems so calm and happy there and has settled well I know because of the care and attention you are giving him. A placement for him closer to home is being looked for but I cannot imagine him finding a better place than Cavell Court. If we are not successful I would be happy to try and secure his long term care with you as I know he is safe and secure. Thank you.
Once placed and settled in the home, every visit demonstrates the warmth and empathy all staff provide to what they consider their residents. We are so grateful to have our loved one cared for by them.
My wife is very happy in the Cavill Court Care Home.
My mother was discharged from hospital and placed in Cavell Court for 6 weeks. Whilst in their care she received fantastic care and has been well cared for. The staff are friendly and professional and like my mother. I believe all the residents are treated with care and dignity. I highly recommend Cavell Court.
The care that my father received whilst at Cavell Court was Fantastic! Every member of the team from admin to care staff provided an exemplary level of compassion and care for both my father and us, as a family. The only criticism Dad would have is about the food but he is a very fussy eater!
Cavell Court is a warm and friendly care home with a cheerful atmosphere. The staff at Cavell Court looked after my dad with kindness, respect, and good humour all along. I was always reassured when I visited or spoke to Dad that he was surrounded by good people, as he told me himself, and he was a good judge of character. Dad loved the activities, thanks to the staff helping him get involved, he especially loved the music. I will always be grateful to the staff at Cavell Court for looking after my dad so well.
Also, communication with staff has been very good too!
I would definitely recommend Cavell Court to family and friends if they ever needed!
I also would like to say thank you to Cavell Court for everything they have been doing, especially now during these difficult times we all going through. Thank you!
Cavell Court is a state of the art care home with a fabulous garden and engaging activities for residents. I have been involved as an artist visiting in pre-Covid times providing activity and engagement for the residents. Residents have been involved in art projects, reminiscence projects and starred in films that we have produced giving them an extra activity. Cavell Court is always welcoming and safe and the staff always provide a smile (and biscuits) which is so important for the elderly people, who often feel isolated.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 01 July 2024Good
- 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.
Bed Vacancies
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News (45) & Events (0)
- 29 May 2026
Care UK’s commitment to supporting residents has been nationally recognised, as the organisation took home the large care provider of the year accolade at the 2026 Care Home Awards. At...
- 29 May 2026
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- 29 May 2026
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Awards / Recognitions (121)
- 04 Aug 2026Recipient: Cavell Court
- 23 Jul 2026Recipient: Care UK
- 13 Jul 2026Recipient: Care UK
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

I qualified as a Nurse in Portugal in 2010, and my first care job in the UK was for Care UK.
I left after five years to progress my career, but I decided to return because I believe in Care UK’s values and commitment to caring for residents.
Care UK is the best place I have ever worked. The support provided to colleagues is fantastic. Providing care is about being passionate and committed. As Home Manager, I believe it’s important to listen to and support residents, relatives and colleagues in the home on a day-to-day basis. I work hard to make a difference in their lives.
The safety and well-being of the residents living at Cavell Court are of the utmost importance to me, and ensuring all procedures are followed is an important part of my role. My favourite part of the day is walking around the home every morning to talk to each resident and team member.
When I’m not working, I love to spend time with my family. I enjoy time in the garden and do DIY at home.
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