
"Thank you" for looking after my mum who is so precious to me.Niki P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I assure you this care team is the gold standard.Gill G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Very friendly staff and always on hand when needed.Shane B(Son-in-law of Resident/Service User)

"Thank you" for looking after my mum who is so precious to me.Niki P(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I assure you this care team is the gold standard.Gill G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Very friendly staff and always on hand when needed.Shane B(Son-in-law of Resident/Service User)

Lincroft Meadow Care Home is an exceptional home in the heart of Kidlington in Oxfordshire. The home provides residential, nursing, respite and dementia care for individuals with a range of differing health needs. As well as having an experienced and passionate team of carers and nurses, Lincroft Meadow provides comfortable, modern and spacious surroundings perfect for delivering the very best care.
The home features a café perfect for spending time...
Care Provided by Lincroft Meadow Care 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 70 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
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other 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 home provides person-centred dementia care, as well as respite stays for those seeking a short-term break or convalescence care following illness or surgery.
This assessment helps them to fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual and to ensure that they are able to meet those care needs.
For those requiring nursing care, you may be eligible for Funded Nursing Care (FNC). If awarded, this contribution will be deducted from your weekly fee.
Please call them to discuss availability and arrange a visit.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Lincroft Meadow Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Lincroft Meadow Care 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
- Porthaven Care Homes
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Elaine Ratcliffe(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (70)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (70)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome at any time.
Parking
- Ample parking available on site.
Lincroft Meadow Care Home Reviews (193)
Lincroft Meadow Care Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.852) out of 10, based on 38 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Lincroft Meadow Care Home has 193 reviews.
The care, and support for my father have been of a high standard. It isn't an easy time, but Lincroft has helped us steer our way at such a difficult time.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of our home and the support and care given to you and your family by our wonderful team. I know they will be delighted to read your kind feedback.
We decided to move Mum from the care home she was using as we didn’t feel the care was of good standard and after visiting a couple of times prior to her moving we all decided Lincroft was the best choice. We knew it would be a difficult transition but she seems to have settled in well. The staff are absolutely wonderful, it’s clean and doesn’t smell at all, the residents all look beautiful and smart and well cared for. Mum is finding it difficult to complain about anything which is a massive bonus. The coffee area is perfect for both the residents and visitors and there is always something going on for the residents to join in if they choose. Although she has only just begun her stay we are more than happy and it’s a relief to come away knowing she is safe and well looked after.
Thank you for your wonderful review of our home. We are so pleased that your mum is settling in here at Lincroft Meadow, and that you feel she is receiving good care. Our coffee area is certainly a good spot for a coffee and a slice of cake, and we really enjoy families making the most of it.
Lincroft Meadow provided an exemplary care service for my wife who had complex needs following a head injury accident. Since becoming a resident, she has made significant improvements to both her cognitive and physical abilities. The management and staff have been very supportive and have contributed considerably to this success, for which I am extremely grateful. I would therefore recommend Lincroft to anyone wishing to receive the best of care for themselves or their loved ones.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our care home. We are so pleased that you found our home to be an exemplary care service and that your wife's health has improved so much. We have a fantastic team who will be delighted to read your feedback.
I cannot recommend Lincroft Meadows highly enough. The staff have looked after my mother in an exceptionally caring and kind way and treated her with great warmth and respect. Communication with the team efficient and easy.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review of yours and your mother's experience of Lincroft Meadow. It is always so lovely to hear such wonderful feedback. I am very proud of our fantastic team so will enjoy sharing your feedback with them.
It was the first care home that I looked at for my elderly mother, and put simply, I did not need to look any further. Although sadly, my mother was only there for three weeks before passing, I could not find any fault with all those caring for her. All the staff from senior management down were very attentive to her needs and made her feel very welcome and special. Also, I found them all very quick and easy to contact when I needed to.
Thank you for your lovely words about our home and the quality of our care and environment. It was a pleasure to care for your mother and to support you through such a sensitive time, and the whole staff team will appreciate your comments. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
I have seen many examples at Lincroft Meadow of humane, compassionate professionalism of the highest quality. I know that my mother has been quite needy in terms of personal contact and that the busy carers have done their very best to occupy her and keep her contented. The care provided has been wonderful. I have the very highest regard for Lincroft Meadow for what, in my experience, Lincroft Meadow achieves on a day-to-day basis.
Thank you for your review and comments about the quality of the care that we provide to all of our residents. We pride ourselves on bringing in the best of staff and supporting them on a continual basis to deliver the best in care. They will all appreciate your comments, as it means a great deal that their dedication is recognised.
We have been very impressed by the cleanliness and provisions in the rooms, with the added bonus of being able to add personal touches such as pictures and ornaments.
We were treated to a fantastic festive meal with the residents - there was music, lots of Christmas jumpers and a glass of Buck’s Fizz to celebrate. It was a great chance to meet other residents and their families.
There are lots of activities and events going on so I don’t think you could get bored. Equally, there are lots of spaces for quiet time to read or watch a movie in the cinema.
Lincroft has an amazing team that makes sure every need of the residents is attended to, and it doesn’t feel like your traditional care home. We are so pleased Grandad has moved in! Thank you to the client services manager and the team!
Thank you so much for your wonderful comments, as they recognise all that the dedicated staff group do to make the lives of those we care for as enjoyable as possible and that we strive to include families too! Grandad is really at home here, and it is always great to welcome you to visit and join us in the cafe.
My wife has been at the care home since the 28th of September. The facilities are excellent. Always clean and tidy. The accommodation is very good. Nice spacious ensuite room with a personal television. In addition, the two day rooms provide a pleasant place for visitors. Food is very good. In addition, the downstairs café provides a nice change. The management are extremely helpful and understanding. The staff, from reception to carers and nurses, are very caring and genuinely care and take an interest in all patients. There are lots of activities that cater for everyone. My wife is in a good place.
It is pleasing to know that you feel your wife is in good hands, as peace of mind for family members is an important consideration for us. We are also grateful for your acknowledgement for the contribution for all of the staff team, and the care and resident experience they provide, as everyone...
I have been pleasantly surprised by how wonderful every member of staff has been towards their residents and visitors. I would most definitely recommend Lincroft Meadow to future friends and would indeed come here if I ever needed a nursing/care home.
Thank you for your kind words and recommendation about our lovely care home, and it is good to know we have exceeded your expectations! That will be most welcome feedback for all of the staff team here, thank you.
Lincroft became our lifeline.
My father sadly passed away, leaving my mum distraught with overwhelming anxiety.
The client manager was very supportive from day one. She empathised with the situation we were all in, and did her very best to help us.
The carers/nurses have been amazing with my mum, spending time reassuring her and just listening to her, and offering her such warmth and compassion with their care.
I can honestly say I have seen a change in my mum's well-being, both mentally and physically, and this is due to each and everyone at Lincroft.
"Thank you" for looking after my mum who is so precious to me.
As well as providing the best in care for our residents, we are also focused on supporting the families at what can be a stressful time, so it is pleasing to hear that we were there for you and your family during this period. All of the staff involved will really appreciate your recognition of...
The home itself is lovely and welcoming for residents and visiting family members alike.
Thank you for your kind words, and that you recognise the genuine care and dedication that we expect from all of our staff team, whether they are care or support roles; they will really welcome that feedback. We are pleased that your dad has settled in so well, and that you feel our doors are always open and that a warm welcome awaits.
I have to admit that I was dreading moving my sister from her home into Lincroft Meadow, as she was decidedly opposed to the whole idea. In fact, the experience was much better than I could have envisaged. The move was made as smooth as it could be, the kindness towards my very confused sister was genuine, and I felt reassured that I was leaving her in safe and gentle hands. Although it's still very early days, I am so pleased that we have chosen Lincroft Meadow.
Thank you for your kind words, and to know that we made a difficult time and transition easier for you both. We're pleased to know that the support that we also provide for family members has given you peace of mind.
My mother is very happy at Lincroft Meadow. She has been a resident for more than six months. We found it difficult to find a home that felt right, but as soon as we visited Lincroft Meadow we knew we had found the right place for her. It is a warm, caring and stimulating environment for her and it is such a relief for us to know that she is being well looked after and is so happy. She enjoys the company and the range of activities and sometimes says it is almost like being on holiday. It is a pleasure to visit her and we always feel welcome. Being able to help yourself to a coffee anytime and bring your dog to visit makes it feel more like her home. The facilities are very good and her room is attractive and well presented but it is the staff who are exceptional. We have been impressed by their warmth and sense of fun and our mother really values this too.
Your feedback will warm the hearts of all the staff here at Lincroft Meadow, as your words encapsulate why they do what they do, and with such dedication. To know that your mother feels as though she is on holiday, and that you feel like it is her home, and that we have taken the worry away for you is lovely to hear. We know that she appreciates visits that include the dog too! Thank you.
Lincroft Meadow is a wonderful place. My mother received excellent care. The staff were so welcoming, caring and understanding. It was lovely to be able to personalise her room to make her feel at home. Lincroft exudes such a friendly atmosphere, shown to relatives as much as residents that one quickly feels that it is one big caring family. Being a modern, purpose built home it is like an all inclusive five star hotel and there is so much on offer. The carers helped Mum go to various activities, her own hairdresser was able to use the salon, the visiting chiropodist worked wonders with her toe nails and she loved having coffee and cake in the bistro and attractive garden - and smelling the lavender! The nursing and personal care were exemplary and the staff were so aware of, and attentive to, her needs. Lincroft's working relationship with a local GP gave enormous confidence when medical intervention was required and Mum's brief end of life care could not have been managed better.
We are genuinely bowled over by your wonderful review of all that we do for our residents and their families here at Lincroft Meadow. The whole team play their part in delivering such a fabulous service, and they all appreciate such great feedback. To hear that you felt that the care was exemplary...
Lincroft recently excelled in the celebration of my relative’s 101st birthday. We were overwhelmed by the effort made by all the staff to ensure her special day was one not to forget! Her birthday party was attended by over 20 guests, beautifully catered and the attention to detail was greatly appreciated.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. We are so glad that you and your relative enjoyed the 101st Birthday party and the team felt really special to be able to support and be part of such wonderful memories.
Lincroft Meadow was home to my father for the last 5 months of his life. It is a beautiful home, with excellent accommodation, facilities, food and care. It is made by its staff, genuinely kind and caring people for whom nothing is too much trouble, whether for residents or their families. Dad settled into a good routine. He kept his dignity and humour throughout in no small part thanks to the efforts of all of the staff who knew him personally. He enjoyed the cafe and garden, the occasional outing and the dining room - and his daily glass of wine. The transition from active resident to end-of-life care was fairly swift and really well handled by the home, we could not have asked for more. We always felt welcome and informed and knew that he was in good hands; whilst it was our first such experience, we really benefited from the great knowledge, experience and kindness of the Lincroft team.
Thank you so much for the incredible review and as a team we felt it to be such a privilege to support and care for your father. The team will be so appreciative and grateful for this wonderful feedback.
We were so pleased to have found such a warm, caring environment for Dad in his final months. Lincroft Meadow really felt like a second home - friendly, welcoming, and such a pleasant place to visit. It was a huge relief to know that Dad was in safe hands and would receive outstanding care around the clock. We were particularly impressed with how well the staff kept us up-to-date on Dad's condition and liaised with us to make the best possible decisions on his behalf. Just as importantly, as his health declined, we knew that the final chapter of his life would be filled with kind words and friendly faces.
Thank you so much for the kind review and we feel so grateful as a team to be able to care and support your wonderful dad, the team will really appreciate this feedback.
All brilliant, I am 82 and if I need a nursing home, this is where I will go.
Wonderful that is so lovely to hear and we do appreciate your feedback so thank you.
The quality of the facilities at Lincroft is also excellent. Mum has a lovely room, and the ample, well-kept provision for care needs and for activities and entertainment is remarkable. We've not seen anything like the abundance and range of daily activities laid on for residents in any of the other homes that we've visited.
Perhaps what's most telling is the genuine enthusiasm that staff seem to feel for working at Lincroft and being with the residents. So many of them have said that they honestly love working there, and their ready, kind smiles contribute hugely to the ethos of this special place. Thank you!
Thank you so much for the incredible review, our team will be so delighted with this feedback. We are so thrilled that Mum is happy in the home and really feels part of the Lincroft family as the team really are passionate about care and its fantastic this comes across so well.
I am very comfortable here and feel very much at home.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review for us. The team are so pleased to hear that you are happy and comfortable at Lincroft Meadow.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 15 October 2025Good
- 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 (22) & Events (1)
- 27 Jul 2026
Congratulations to Daniel on being awarded our most recent Employee of the Month. Daniel was nominated by our colleagues, residents and relatives for always being cheerful and compassionate and for...
- 14 Jul 2026
We are thrilled to announce that we have been named a Top 10 Medium Provider by later life care platform Lottie. Lottie's winners are selected based on a robust, data-driven...
- 26 Jun 2026
Here at Lincroft Meadow we are delighted to share images of our fabulous new knitted meadow that is now proudly on display at the front of our home. The stunning...
- 21 Aug 2026Organiser: Lincroft Meadow Care Home
Awards / Recognitions (14)
- 14 Jul 2026Recipient: Porthaven Care Homes
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Porthaven Care Homes
- 01 Jan 2026Recipient: Porthaven Care Homes
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Meet the Team (6)

Hello, my name is Elaine Ratcliffe, and I am the Home Manager here at Lincroft Meadow.
I joined the Lincroft Meadow team when our home was still a building site, so I have truly been here since the beginning! It was wonderful to see our home develop, but the most special moment for us was when we opened our doors and welcomed our very first residents.
I have worked in the care sector for 17 years, starting as a care assistant and working my way up to management roles. I am passionate about caring for our senior community, and I'm proud that my team share the same values.
My door is always open, so do pop in and see us whenever you'd like!

Hello, my name is Sheryl Despi, and I am the Deputy Manager here at Lincroft Meadow.
I work alongside Elaine, the Home Manager, to ensure that the quality of care delivered in our home is nothing short of excellent. I am a registered nurse by profession and have worked in the UK for more than 15 years. Like every member of our team, I am passionate about providing the best possible care for our residents.

Hello, my name is Emma, and I am the Non-Clinical Deputy Manager here at Lincroft Meadow.
I have been working in care since 2009, and I started my care career working in extra care and domiciliary care, providing care to people in their own homes. I have been a supervisor in an extra care setting for two years. In 2015, I moved to working in a care home and became a team leader. I have experience in dementia, nursing, intermediate and residential care.
I am passionate about working in care, and I feel privileged to have the opportunity to make a difference in our residents' lives every day.

Hello, my name is Suzi Morgan, and I am the Client Services Manager here at Lincroft Meadow.
Having worked in the care industry in a variety of roles for over sixteen years, I joined the team at Lincroft Meadow four years ago and can honestly say it is the nicest home I have ever worked in. There is a genuine team spirit here at Lincroft Meadow that makes it a pleasure to come to work every day.
My role as client services manager involves supporting people through the process of choosing a care home, and I find it incredibly rewarding to be able to provide guidance, reassurance and compassion at what is often a difficult time for individuals and their loved ones. I love the opportunity to be able to help every step of the way, from touring our home and moving to take advantage of everything we have to offer our residents.
Please do not hesitate to book a visit if you are considering a move either sometime soon or in the future – a warm welcome awaits you!

Hello, my name is Charlotte Hewett, and I am the Activities Coordinator here at Lincroft Meadow.
Having studied Sport and Exercise Sciences for Health, I have developed an understanding and appreciation of the value of meaningful activities on an individual’s physical and mental wellbeing. Since working at Lincroft Meadow, it has been a delight to see our residents engage in the different activities we organise and the positive impact this has on their lives.
My team and I are passionate about offering a wide range of activities that cover a variety of interests, helping our residents improve their physical, social, and mental well-being. As a team, we strive to provide person-centred activities for all of our residents.

Hello, my name is Kerry, and I am the Home Trainer here at Lincroft Meadow.
I have over 15 years of experience in health and social care, from being a private carer to working in domiciliary care, and for the last nine years, I have worked in care homes. I joined Lincroft Meadow as a Health Care Assistant in 2020 and have been a Home Trainer since 2022.
I aim to ensure our team have the training and support necessary to provide our residents with top-quality care. In my role, I promote person-centred care and always speak to our residents for feedback. I love working with our team in the home, and not only sharing my knowledge and experience but learning from them too. I believe that small changes matter and can benefit an individual in all areas of their life.
I have a variety of qualifications, including a Level 3 Award in Education and Training, a Level 2 in Health and Social Care and a Level 4 Advanced Moving and Handling Trainer. Since August 2025, I have been undertaking my Level 4 Learning and Skills Mentor qualification.
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