
The staff seem to have great pride in their work of looking after the residentsS M(Son of Resident/Service User)



The staff seem to have great pride in their work of looking after the residentsS M(Son of Resident/Service User)



Rush Hill Mews is a luxury care home set in the Somerset countryside where the dedicated team offers personalised residential, nursing and dementia care in wonderful surroundings.
Residents benefit from a range of facilities in this vibrant, modern home, including stylish lounges, a welcoming café and a hair salon, as well as a stunning collection of en-suite bedrooms. Outside in the garden area there are plenty of spaces to relax with...
Care Provided by Rush Hill Mews
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 62 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
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level 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.
What’s included?
• 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
• 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 Rush Hill Mews for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Rush Hill Mews 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 UK
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Caroline Carter (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (62)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (62)
Rush Hill Mews Reviews (92)
Rush Hill Mews has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.820) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Rush Hill Mews has 92 reviews.
My friend had four weeks respite care over Christmas. The care home setting was attractive, clean, bright and non-institutional. Staff were unfailingly warm, friendly and helpful as well as competent and professional. Visitors were always welcomed. Residents were treated as individuals with respect and kindness.
Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities to make a difference to our residents and their families lives.
The Gracewell of Bath Team.
The staff are friendly and have got to know us as a family too.
Any concerns we have are addressed immediately.
We feel that the care and service is personal and Mum is treated with dignity.
Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities to make a difference to our residents and their families lives.
The Gracewell of Bath Team
The staff are friendly and welcoming. Issues arise because the resident is difficult. I feel there needs to be greater training in dealing with difficult behaviour. The resident is not leaving her room to take advantage of the activities on offer and is refusing to shower. She is, therefore, looking neglected. There should be a way to encourage her without forcing her. All meals are taken in her room but I think she should be asked to eat in the dining area for mobility and socialising.
Thank you for your feedback. Our staff are trained to encourage all residents to take part in activities within the home. We are in close conversation with all families who are made aware of any situations like the one raised in your review. - Regards, The Gracewell Team
My mother moved to Gracewell of Bath after a spell in hospital. Her physical and mental state improved rapidly with the excellent care provided and the appetising food. The environment is pristine and the staff consistently helpful and caring. I really fell mum is in safe hands and being well cared for, which is a great comfort.
Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities to make a difference to our residents and their families lives.
The Gracewell of Bath Team
This home is exactly what I wanted for dad. The staff are the real stars, they are so caring and patient. Nothing is too much trouble. The rooms are first rate. I only want what is best for dad. He now has that and I have peace of mind!
Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities to make a difference to our residents and their families lives.
The Gracewell of Bath Team.
After a month at Gracewell, he is a different man - his personality has returned, he is up and dressed in a chair every day, talking again and, despite his vascular dementia, is enjoying the happy, caring environment.
I and the staff cannot believe the difference in him now from when he arrived. He was obviously very depressed before, but now, after much love, care and attention at Gracewell he is a much happier man.
Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities to make a difference to our residents and their families lives.
The Gracewell of Bath Team.
This was helped by well trained, sympathetic and intelligent staff.
The place is relaxed and well run and the resident's individuality is appreciated and accommodated.
The GP visits regularly.
Visitors are welcome at meal times and are always offered tea/coffee etc.
We visited several other nursing homes in our search.
We are very pleased with our choice.
Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities to make a difference to our residents and their families lives.
The Gracewell of Bath Team
Mum Moved to Gracewell in May 2017 after breaking her hip and needing nursing care. Mum had been in care for 6 years and this was her 4th home due to her developing dementia. I knew from the moment I was greeted on my first visit that this was to be Mums final home and resting place. Sadly Mum passed away at Gracewell, however, she could not have had a more caring last 4 months of her life. Gracewell, from the outset, listened very carefully to what we wished for Mum and I believe followed this through. Mum was cared for with great dignity and respect, was kept spotlessly clean and all of her needs met. I believe that Gracewell has an excellent recruitment and training schedule as all of the staff met the same high standard which, in my opinion, is not always the same in all care homes. I thoroughly recommend Grace and am indebted to them for the wonderful care they gave Mum in the last few months of her life. Thank you.
Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride...
The way that care is communicated by all the staff creates a genuinely happy and upbeat environment. A huge effort is made to provide her with activities she maybe interested in, and the chef works enthusiastically to provide excellent meals, individualised wherever needed.
We had huge reservations about moving Mum from her home but it was clear she needed more than could be provided there. We couldn't be more relieved at how well she has settled in Gracewell and now appears comfortable and more contented.
Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities to make a difference to our residents and their families lives.
The Gracewell of Bath Team.
From the first meeting to look around this home to moving mum in shortly after, the staff have been amazing. We couldn't have chosen anywhere better. It is welcoming, friendly and the care is wonderful. Mum is happy and so are we. No more worries and confident she is safe, happy and well cared for.
Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities to make a difference to our residents and their families lives.
The Gracewell of Bath Team.
Very impressed with the kindness and care shown to the residents to make them feel at home. The food is of a very high standard and aims to ensure that the residents are given a varied and healthy diet.
Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities to make a difference to our residents and their families lives.
The Gracewell of Bath Team
A particular highlight is the catering which is of an extremely high standard. We were particularly impressed with the way the Head Chef came to talk with residents and find out about their likes and dislikes, and then act on them.
My mother's room is cleaned to a very high standard, and our overall view of the building and the grounds is one of being as near to one's own home as is possible. My mother said to me that she "feels safe". The staff are friendly and approachable and we feel we can go to them with any query, no matter how small, and know it will be actioned.
Your feedback is important to us, as is the care and well-being of all of our residents. We take great pride in ensuring we deliver high-quality care and facilities to make a difference to our residents and their families lives.
The Gracewell of Bath Team
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 25 February 2023Good
- 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 (42) & 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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Meet the Team (1)

I’ve worked in the care sector for nearly 30 years and am passionate about dementia care and end-of-life care, in particular, I’m currently studying for a Masters's degree in dementia care studies.
In this role, it’s important to lead by example and to keep a calm head. Knowledge and experience are important, I started out as a carer and worked my way up, so I know the challenges faced by my team.
Care UK’s ethos of care, which puts residents at the heart of everything, echoes my own values. The organisation also offers superb training and development opportunities so that colleagues can learn and progress in their careers.
I am focused on continuous improvement and have worked on a number of initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of life for people with dementia, including using technology to promote health and wellbeing. I’m looking forward to supporting the team at Rush Hill Mews to achieve outstanding levels of care.
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