
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.
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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
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. There are no additional fees
for respite stays.
• 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 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 (126)
Snowdrop House has a Review Score of 10 (9.950) out of 10, based on 35 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Snowdrop House has 126 reviews.
My mother was admitted after a very bad experience in another care home for respite care. She came to Snowdrop from hospital and was very well cared for until the end of her life. The staff were very informative, and nothing was too much trouble. On the day my mother passed away, I was contacted and was with her for the last hours of her life, even though it was lockdown, and I am very grateful for this.
Regular housekeeping.
Enjoy knitting club with tea and chats.
Looking forward to church services resuming.
I am looking forward to getting out. Enjoy being respected and the food. I find I always feel very cared for. Love my position on the ground floor and can get on on my patio.
Reception and management team, friendly, welcoming, always waving and acknowledging us visitors.
The pod is always clean, and my family member seems happy, clean and tidy.
After my visit, if I need a question answered, the management team always has time for me.
My Grandad was admitted into Snowdrop in September 2020 after he was unable to care for himself at home anymore. The staff at the home were so caring and kind to him. As we couldn't visit due to Covid, we were kept updated with videos and FaceTime contact with him. He absolutely loved the food, and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. All of the activities kept him entertained. He was able to carry on dancing with the staff and loved teaching some of the younger members of staff some old fashioned dances.
Grandad's health started to deteriorate, and the manager made sure that someone was always by his side when we couldn't be there. Grandad passed away at 97-years-old and had a brilliant last few months of his life thanks to the manager and her team.
I visited Snowdrop House daily for approximately 2 years. Very welcoming atmosphere from all members of staff. If needed management always available to help and advise. If any issues arose they were rapidly solved.
My aunt was transferred to Snowdrop House directly from the hospital. She was cared for and very settled here, although her stay was brief. Staff were kind and attentive; we were very grateful. The stay was well managed through Covid times.
My mother has blossomed and changed so much for the better. She is well cared for and is happier than she has been for a long time. It is easy to approach and talk to the staff. Any problems can be sorted via phone/e-mail or direct contact. As a family, we are grateful to the staff for all that they do. The home had a very friendly feel. It suits our Mother and her needs perfectly.
Mum was admitted to Snowdrop House after a lengthy period in hospital. She has complex medical needs and dementia. We were very concerned as a family that she would settle and be happy. We had been delighted that Snowdrop had welcomed Mum but really the proof of the pudding was how well she settled in. We were quickly reassured. The care/nursing team are incredible. Mum's needs are not straightforward and need careful managing. The team were eager to understand and make sure that they met these needs quickly. The activities team spoke to Mum and the family and made tremendous efforts to help Mum acclimatise to her new home. The food is of very high quality and Mum is offered delicious and varied meals every day. A special culinary highlight are the BBQs during the Summer. In summary, we have been delighted with the professional, empathetic, dignified and kind care that Mum has received. We would not hesitate to recommend Snowdrop House to other families.
My mother has been well cared for at Snowdrop House. She has been treated with respect and her individual needs have been regularly reviewed. Her Care Plan has been updated in consultation with both my mother and myself. I have found all the staff I have spoken to be concerned and helpful. This is particularly so of the senior nursing staff on her floor, the managers and receptionists. The activities on offer are normally stimulating and my mother loves them. The excellent activity team have tried to maintain a programme during this challenging time. A ‘resident's companion’ has recently been appointed who is providing much-needed companionship, taking my mother out into the garden and sitting and talking to her. This has helped my mother feel less lonely at a time when we are unable to visit and is a great comfort. Recently when my mother became seriously ill, the nursing staff were quick to call out the Doctor. Thank you everyone for your continued care during these difficult times.
We have needed respite care for our mother over the past couple of years. The staff at Snowdrop House have been excellent in their welcome and in the provision of care. Mum has always enjoyed her stay there. We are very fortunate to have Snowdrop House in the area. We have confidence in the staff there.
Grandad was admitted to Snowdrop House in an emergency from the hospital falling a fall at his home. The management staff at Snowdrop went above and beyond to sort things out in a timely manner. Grandad has settled in well, making friends with other resident and staff. We receive regular updates from staff and Grandad well-being and activities. It seems Grandad is the happiest he has been in years and is enjoying life in these unprecedented times.
During lockdown it was a very trying time for all concerned but we can't fault the care he was given, the home remained COVID free which is a credit to them in itself. My father in law had a couple of difficult times in there with his illnesses and they treated him with respect and care each time. If he should have to return to full-time care Snowdrop House would be first on the list, I would be very happy to recommend the care home to others.
Over the past months, everyone at Snowdrop House has done a great job looking after Mum. It's a comfort knowing she's safe and well. Communication from management is great, and there is always someone available when there are questions. Thank you to everyone at Snowdrop House.
Snowdrop House is a very happy home. There are lots of residents that need attention and the carer's job is quite busy. The staff are very kind and helpful as a resident that is not here as a permanent resident. I may have been here for 14 weeks once I am ready to care for myself. I will be leading with great regret for the treatment I shall be leaving.
Dad received excellent care from everyone and was able to enjoy his life once more with the kindness, considerate approach and enthusiasm of the staff. He loved being out in the garden soaking up the sun, doing a bit of gardening and singing at the many themed events organised and run by the activities team. My brothers and I cannot thank you enough for the comfort, kindness and wonderful attention that Dad received.
Thank you.
My mother-in-law went to Snowdrop House for her second respite care in the last 12 months with the view to making her residency permanent. She had made friends with residents and staff and was extremely well cared for by the staff. During her stay from July to August, Mother became ill due to her advanced years. She was 94 and sadly she returned to Snowdrop for end of life care. Everybody involved in this care was so professional and compassionate. My mother-in-law passed away with dignity in Snowdrop House - a place where she felt at home amongst friends and family.
The home is run by a friendly and brilliant team who are doing their best to make this care home a friendly home for all its residents.
Having experienced a number of care homes over the years and seeing how badly a care home can affect a resident, I can state unconditionally that Snowdrop not only cares but goes over and above to be welcoming and to make sure all of its residents have all their needs looked after.
Very kind and caring when a relative was poorly and sadly died earlier in the year. Now looking after his wife with compassion and understanding. Snowdrop is always a cheerful place to visit very clean and food very good. There is always something going on to entertain and encourage residents whenever I visit.
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.
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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 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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