
The staff could not be better, full of compassion. My family and I cannot praise them enoughTeresa D(Wife of Resident/Service User)



The staff could not be better, full of compassion. My family and I cannot praise them enoughTeresa D(Wife of Resident/Service User)



Snowdrop House in Ware delivers a full range of care services for older people, including residential, dementia and nursing care and respite services. The purpose-built home combines high-quality, personalised care with a luxurious lifestyle.
The home is bright and airy, with its own hair and beauty salon, café and cinema room. Each bedroom is individually styled with its own en-suite facilities. Many rooms also offer direct access to the beautiful gardens.
The...
Snowdrop House in Ware delivers a full range of care services for older people, including residential, dementia and nursing care and respite services. The purpose-built home combines high-quality, personalised care with a luxurious lifestyle.
The home is bright and airy, with its own hair and beauty salon, café and cinema room. Each bedroom is individually styled with its own en-suite facilities. Many rooms also offer direct access to the beautiful gardens.
The dedicated team supports residents to continue enjoying a range of daily group and one-to-one activities, all tailored to their interests. If they wish, residents can also keep busy with light tasks around the home, from laying the table for lunch or helping in the gardens.
Care Provided by Snowdrop House
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
- 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
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Stairlift
- 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
Fees are subject to a pre-admission 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
• Access to landscaped gardens
• Activities and lifestyle programme
• All utilities and other accommodation costs
• Housekeeping and laundry services
• WiFi internet access
Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or 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 Snowdrop House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Snowdrop 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
- Care UK
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Clare Crow (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (70)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (70)
Parking
- Parking on-site
Snowdrop House Reviews (128)
Snowdrop House has a Review Score of 10 (9.950) out of 10, based on 37 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Snowdrop House has 128 reviews.
My father was recently a resident at Snowdrop House, where he was initially admitted for respite care. He received an excellent standard of care whilst he was there right through until end of life care was required. All of the staff at Snowdrop house were extremely caring and supportive of my dad,...
My father was recently a resident at Snowdrop House, where he was initially admitted for respite care. He received an excellent standard of care whilst he was there right through until end of life care was required. All of the staff at Snowdrop house were extremely caring and supportive of my dad, and myself throughout his stay. Towards the end of his life, the staff, from the managers to nurses and support workers treated him in a very sensitive, respectful and caring way. I have no doubt that dad was in the best place, and that in his final days, he was made as comfortable as possible. I also felt very supported by all the staff there - losing a loved one is never easy, but the staff on duty at the time of his passing were particularly sensitive, and ensured that dad was able to maintain his dignity until the end. I would particularly like to thank one member of staff - I will always be grateful for the compassion and sensitivity she showed to both my father and to me. Thank you.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. We're really happy to hear that you were pleased with the care provided for your dad. The whole team were so fond of him and your kind words will be passed onto them.
Dad had such a positive experience during the 8 months he was at Snowdrop House. Right from the beginning it was clear that the place was efficiently run and that the management respected and valued their staff. There was good pre planning done before Dad arrived and there was alot of care taken to...
The catering is excellent at Snowdrop House with delicious meals provided 3 times a day and a wonderful self service cafe open all day with an ever changing array of cakes and treats.
Mini golf, bowls, knitting club, men's club, church services, exercise classes and parties are some of the regular daily activities that go on with visits from singers, school children and even visiting animals!
I have nothing but praise for all the kindness that dad received and will always be grateful for the top quality care.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such lovely feedback about your experience with Snowdrop House. It was our privilege to be able to care for your lovely dad during his time with us and we're so pleased to hear how happy you've been with the care provided.
Every since...
Every since moving to Snowdrop they have received wonderful, tailored, thoughtful care.
Thank you to everyone at Snowdrop House!
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback about your experience with Snowdrop House. We're so glad you felt supported on your journey of moving your aunt and uncle into residential care we're so pleased at well they've settled in.
Very polite and kind staff. Very welcoming and very good with babies and dogs. Manager is very nice and all the staff and receptionists are super friendly. Very clean toilets and reception area, coffee and food on arrival.
Very polite and kind staff. Very welcoming and very good with babies and dogs. Manager is very nice and all the staff and receptionists are super friendly. Very clean toilets and reception area, coffee and food on arrival.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience at Snowdrop House. We're so pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one and look forward to seeing you again soon.
Dad's care needs have changed since he entered Snowdrop House and the home has met these wonderfully by being flexible and proactive. Staff are friendly, caring and professional. The activities laid on are stimulating and creative and can be tailored to the residents' needs. Management are clearly...
Dad's care needs have changed since he entered Snowdrop House and the home has met these wonderfully by being flexible and proactive. Staff are friendly, caring and professional. The activities laid on are stimulating and creative and can be tailored to the residents' needs. Management are clearly excellent but needs to be more visible to residents' next of kin. Would highly recommend Snowdrop to anyone.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. We're so pleased to hear that you're happy with the care your dad is receiving and it's lovely to see him joining in with so many of the activities available at Snowdrop House. The home managers door is always open so please don't hesitate to speak to her at any-time.
Struck today by the effort that's gone into the surroundings over Easter; new furniture, window boxes and fresh flowers everywhere. A really uplifting home away from home.
Struck today by the effort that's gone into the surroundings over Easter; new furniture, window boxes and fresh flowers everywhere. A really uplifting home away from home.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such lovely feedback about your experience. We're so pleased to hear that you're happy with the care and environment provided at Snowdrop House.
Extremely happy with the customer service and support from one member of staff and everyone at Snowdrop. From our initial enquiry, viewing, assessment, and the day of arrival we were very impressed and well looked after.
Extremely happy with the customer service and support from one member of staff and everyone at Snowdrop. From our initial enquiry, viewing, assessment, and the day of arrival we were very impressed and well looked after.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience at Snowdrop House, we're so pleased hear you were happy with the service and care provided. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one and we look forward to seeing you again soon at Snowdrop House.
Mum moved to Snowdrop House in November 2024. Moving mum from her own home was a difficult decision but it was obvious that her carers at home were struggling to help her with her mobility. Mum was assessed at home and her carers and I could tell straight away from his reactions to mum that...
Mum moved to Snowdrop House in November 2024. Moving mum from her own home was a difficult decision but it was obvious that her carers at home were struggling to help her with her mobility. Mum was assessed at home and her carers and I could tell straight away from his reactions to mum that Snowdrop House would be perfect for her. This was proved right - Mum moved in the next day and we haven't looked back! Mum is now on the Nursing ward and the care she is receiving is from a very kind and compassionate team and I would have no hesitation in recommending the home. The food is delicious and mum is always well presented, even while bed bound. The staff are cheerful and interested and respectful of their clients.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a lovely review about your experience at Snowdrop House. The care team will be delighted you're so pleased with the care they're providing for your mum, we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
My experince and observation of the home, management and staff generally had proven to be very good. The care that my father had received had often surpassed all expectations. Sometimes action has not been as quick as hoped for in various situations, but this could be due to miscommunication....
Thoroughly recommend and very pleased generally.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Snowdrop House we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. If you have any-thing you'd like to discuss regarding your loved one's care with the home manager please be assured their door is always open.
My mother initially went into Snowdrop House for a 2 week respite period for back pains. Her initial settling in period was extremely difficult for her, but with the wonderful help of the staff and management she quickly began to find her feet and enjoy living there. In fact her two week respite...
I can't speak highly enough of Snowdrop House, it really is a wonderful place for my mum to live. I would say she's done more living in Snowdrop House than she did in the last 5-10 years of living in her own home.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review about you experience with Snowdrop House, we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. It's our pleasure to be able to take care of your lovely mum.
We are so very grateful to every member of the staffing team - and Dad tells me how very kind...
We are so very grateful to every member of the staffing team - and Dad tells me how very kind everyone is to him.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review about your experience at Snowdrop House. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Your staff are friendly and professional and your purpose-built care home is well designed with an open and airy feel to it.
There's a lovely warm and caring atmosphere throughout Snowdrop House from the cafe on the...
Your staff are friendly and professional and your purpose-built care home is well designed with an open and airy feel to it.
There's a lovely warm and caring atmosphere throughout Snowdrop House from the cafe on the ground floor up to the cosy seating areas, dining rooms and bedrooms on the other floors.
My dad regained strength during his stay and was able to return home after 2 weeks of care.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience at Snowdrop House. We're so pleased to hear you were happy with the care provided for your dad whilst he stayed with us.
My late husband was a resident at Snowdrop House for 18 months. I cannot praise the staff enough for how well they looked after him especially during his last few days. In the early stages he loved sitting in the cafe having a homemade cake and cup of tea. It is such a homely and welcoming care...
My late husband was a resident at Snowdrop House for 18 months. I cannot praise the staff enough for how well they looked after him especially during his last few days. In the early stages he loved sitting in the cafe having a homemade cake and cup of tea. It is such a homely and welcoming care home which we will be ever grateful for.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such lovely feedback about your experience at Snowdrop House. We're so pleased you were happy with the care provided for your husband.
I was seeking a local nursing home for my Dad, one which could provide the 24-hour care that he required, for the final few weeks of his life. The Snowdrop customer care team visited his home first and was exceptional, he was treated kindly and he was put at ease immediately. They offered a room...
I was seeking a local nursing home for my Dad, one which could provide the 24-hour care that he required, for the final few weeks of his life. The Snowdrop customer care team visited his home first and was exceptional, he was treated kindly and he was put at ease immediately. They offered a room the very next day and made all the arrangements, making it a very easy decision for me and the rest of our family. Once at the Home, their ethos to care and attention was seen throughout all members of staff, whether the care team, nurses, management, catering, cleaning team, or groundsmen, every single person had a smile, would say hello to you every time you visited, every person knew Dad by name too. Their activities are endless and exciting, quickly put not only me at ease, with the expert care 24 hours a day, but most importantly, he was so comfortable there and it allowed him to be himself. Amazing team, you would be very welcome if you chose Snowdrop for the care of a loved one
Thank you so much for the kind words about Snowdrop House and our team here. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. It was our absolute pleasure to be able to care for your lovely dad.
Such a beautiful, welcoming care home. You are welcomed by a friendly face, management always says hello and asks me how I am. The cafe has homemade cakes and I've noticed the ambulance crews also pop by. My friend loves being here and calls the carers her family, they are so kind and thoughtful....
Such a beautiful, welcoming care home. You are welcomed by a friendly face, management always says hello and asks me how I am. The cafe has homemade cakes and I've noticed the ambulance crews also pop by. My friend loves being here and calls the carers her family, they are so kind and thoughtful. There is always something to do, I love visiting I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience at Snowdrop House. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
You have looked after Mum so well in her final days. You have been supportive of us and Mum and treated her with dignity and compassion. All of the staff on the second floor are fantastic, so kind, friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Thank you.
You have looked after Mum so well in her final days. You have been supportive of us and Mum and treated her with dignity and compassion. All of the staff on the second floor are fantastic, so kind, friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Thank you.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such kind words about your experience at Snowdrop House. We're so glad you felt supported during such a difficult time. Your feedback will be passed on to everyone who looked after your lovely mum.
Snowdrop House has exceeded my and my family's expectations. This was Mum's second care home and this was obvious this was the place for her. She is very happy and I genuinely feel she is loved and treated with so much dignity. It breaks my heart that she is no longer at home but I truly feel she...
Snowdrop House has exceeded my and my family's expectations. This was Mum's second care home and this was obvious this was the place for her. She is very happy and I genuinely feel she is loved and treated with so much dignity. It breaks my heart that she is no longer at home but I truly feel she now feels at home there.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such kind words about Snowdrop House and the team. It's our absolute pleasure to be able to look after your lovely mum.
Friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Cafe in the entrance area very helpful as self-service and a quiet place to bring my husband down to from the dementia floor above. Stop. Very attentive and reassuring. Garden is lovely with different areas to visit. Phone sometimes not answered as maybe staff low at...
Friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Cafe in the entrance area very helpful as self-service and a quiet place to bring my husband down to from the dementia floor above. Stop. Very attentive and reassuring. Garden is lovely with different areas to visit. Phone sometimes not answered as maybe staff low at times.
Thank you for your lovely kind words about our facilities and colleagues. We just want to reassure you that we always have the correct amount of staff on shifts and there is always someone on reception but sometimes they may not always be someone to answer the phone on the suites if all colleagues are delivering care and activities.
Snowdrop House was so lovely in my mum’s last two weeks. The care was so lovely and thoughtful to keep her comfortable. Thank you for your kindness and humility. It was really appreciated by all the family. I shall miss the staff and the hospitality.
Snowdrop House was so lovely in my mum’s last two weeks. The care was so lovely and thoughtful to keep her comfortable. Thank you for your kindness and humility. It was really appreciated by all the family. I shall miss the staff and the hospitality.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such kind feedback about your experience at Snowdrop House. Your comments will be passed onto the care team who looked after your mum, and they'll be so happy to know you were pleased with the care they provided.
I visited twice to see my aunt. I was so impressed with the facilities, care and dignity in the way she is being cared for. She is in her last days, I leave this weekend to return to Canada knowing she is in such wonderful hands. Thank you.
I visited twice to see my aunt. I was so impressed with the facilities, care and dignity in the way she is being cared for. She is in her last days, I leave this weekend to return to Canada knowing she is in such wonderful hands. Thank you.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such kind feedback about your experience at Snowdrop House. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 13 June 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 (41) & Events (0)
- 16 Sep 2026
Care UK is celebrating International Housekeeping Week by recognising the essential contribution housekeeping teams make to everyday life in the homes. Housekeeping teams play an important role in creating welcoming...
- 16 Sep 2026
Care UK colleagues are celebrating after winning two awards at this year’s Hotel Housekeeping Honours Awards ceremony. The awards recognise exceptional standards in housekeeping, highlighting individuals and teams who deliver...
- 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...
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Meet the Team (1)

I have been working in the care sector for 20 years, qualifying in Cambridge and specialising in respiratory and end-of-life care. In my career so...
I have been working in the care sector for 20 years, qualifying in Cambridge and specialising in respiratory and end-of-life care. In my career so far, I have undertaken a wide variety of roles all over the country, including a care case manager for the East of England. I have also worked for the prison service, a wide range of hospitals and care homes, and people with challenging behaviour. I have also been awarded an Accreditation ‘Bronze’ in Nutrition and Dietetics.
I started work with Care UK in September 2014, and I believe that to be an effective team member, you need to have a positive attitude, be caring, respectful and approachable, and have a good sense of humour!
My favourite part of the working day is motivating the staff to ensure the residents are the main focus, creating memorable moments, laughter, and joy. My biggest professional challenge so far has been saving a person's life and then continuing to watch them grow and flourish.
In my spare time, I enjoy travelling, spa days and have a huge interest in guide dogs and caring for animals.
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