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Specialising in nursing, respite, dementia, and palliative care, the home works closely with residents and their families to create thoughtful care plans. Every detail is designed to promote...
Care Provided by Walton House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
Care Types Provided
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 40 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
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Walton House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Walton House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
Support you may be entitled to
- If you choose a care home based in Scotland, you may be eligible for the Scottish Government's Free Personal Care funding of up to £260.30 per week (if you are over the age of 65) and Free Nursing Care funding of up to £117.10 per week. This support is not reflected in this fee amount.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Karen Hartley(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (40)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (40)
Visiting
- Open visiting
Parking
- Specific parking for visitors and staff
Walton House Reviews (19)
Walton House has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.552) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Walton House has 19 reviews.
General health has improved
Positive support, plenty of activities offered.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Walton House. At the Holmes care Group our resident's health and wellbeing is always a priority so to hear that your loved ones health has improved and that they have access to plenty of activities is lovely to hear. Your words will be shared with the team. Thank you.
I find Walton House a very warm, calm and caring environment. The residents are well kept and happy in their surroundings. The staff are friendly and professional team. The care shown to the residents is compassionate and kind. I would recommend Walton House.
Thank you for your kind recommendation of Walton House. We are delighted to hear that you find the home to be a warm, calm and caring environment. It is wonderful to know that our residents are happy in their surroundings and that our team's friendly, professional and compassionate approach has...
I feel there is a large improvement this year. My husband is very happy content and alert. I have no complaints. Hygiene is good. Environment lovely and always spotless. Good team work, management and team excellent. I feel comfortable with his care such an improvement since last year.
Thank you for your kind feedback about Walton House. It means a great deal to hear that you've seen such a positive improvement over the past year, and that your husband is happy, content and alert in our care.
We're proud of the environment we provide and the teamwork across our staff and...
It was all very daunting and upsetting when we knew that Jim would have to go into a Nursing Home but we were fortunate there was space for him at Walton House. The care he has recieved has been excellent and also the care myself and family have recieved has been first class. The staff have all been brilliant and cant do enough for Jim and ourselves. Thank you all. x
Thank you so much for sharing these kind words. We know how difficult and emotional it can be when a loved one moves into a care home, so it means a great deal to hear that you have all felt so well supported. Our team will be truly touched by your appreciation, and we're glad that their care and...
I have the highest regard for staff, facilities and the care. I also recommend Walton House to everyone. Everything is centred on the well-being of the resident. Cannot thank everyone enough.
Thank you so much for your lovely words. It means a great deal to the whole team to know that you hold the staff, the home, and the care in such high regard. We're especially glad to hear that you feel everything is centred around residents' wellbeing - that's exactly what we strive for every day....
Thank you for the warm, clean room, and, of course, a special thanks for the delicious food that my mother eats with pleasure!
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear that your mum is comfortable and well cared for at Walton House. Our team take great pride in creating a warm, welcoming environment where residents can feel safe and enjoy life's simple pleasures, including good food and friendly company. Your appreciation means a great deal to everyone involved in your mum's care.
My grandmother has been living at this nursing home for over a year and a half, and I can confidently say that it has been a true blessing for our family. The level of care, compassion, and professionalism shown by the entire staff is outstanding. They treat every resident with dignity and respect, and it's clear that they truly care about the well-being and happiness of those in their care.
The facility is clean, warm, and welcoming - it really feels like home. There are regular activities and social events that keep her engaged and happy, which means the world to us. We feel peace of mind knowing she is safe, well-cared for, and surrounded by people who treat her like family.
I'm deeply grateful for everything the staff does, and I would wholeheartedly recommend this place to anyone looking for a supportive and loving environment for their loved one.
Your kind words mean the world to us, thank you for taking the time to share them. Our team at Walton House prioritise care, kindness and respect for all of our residents and to know their actions have ensured that your grandmother feels at home, engaged and happy means everything. We'll be sure to share your kind feedback with everyone involved in her care, thank you again.
Every time I go in, I am always pleased with how my husband looks. The only complaint I would have are the slippers, as he never seems to have his own ones. I understand it is not easy as I know he walks into other rooms. Staff are always polite and glad to answer any questions I ask. Manager always polite, keeps me up to date with any problems with my husband.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a kind review, we appreciate it very much. I can confirm your feedback about the slippers has been shared directly with the Manager who will look into the matter and get back to you as soon as possible.
All staff were absolutely kind and caring to my mother who passed away in the home a few days ago. Both my wife and I were very happy with the home. My mother loved it to the extent she put 1stone on in 6 weeks. Mom had dementia but even when she was difficult to deal with the staff showed skill knowing how to calm her and put a smile back on her face. Many thanks to all.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. It was our privilege to care for your mother and these kind and thoughtful words mean so much to our whole staff team.
Walton House manager and all the staff have been under extremely stressful circumstances since my dad's visit to the home. The experience has been positive. The staff have been very supportive, understanding and adaptive to my dad's first visit to the home.
Thank you for taking the time to provide such a kind review. We always appreciate feedback and your kind words mean so much to our team at Walton House.
The staff were amazing, the room was spotless.
The food was excellent and I was made to feel very welcome, even was allowed to bring my dog. Accommodated to all our needs. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind words and taking the time to leave a review.
1. His wheelchair was lost by the home and to date no arrangements for replacement or compensation have been made.
2. My husband was left sitting up in a chair all night as against being transferred to his bed.
3. He had bruising and bleeding on one knee. This wasn't brought to my attention and when I asked staff about it no explanation could be given.
4. He received inappropriate food resulting in weight loss.
5. Decisions in his change of diet weren't agreed with me.
6. Inadequate support at mealtimes and with liquids.
7. His medication was administered irregularly or missed out.
8. His personal hygiene was inadequate. No baths or showers, rarely shaved or teeth brushed.
9. General cleanliness was poor especially in his room, with spills being left and surfaces not cleaned.
10. With the exemption of a few staff were unfriendly.
I am very sorry that you feel that your husband had such a poor experience. Some of what you raised had been managed through our complaints process and through meetings to discuss. However, in order to address fully what you have raised now we will look into and report back to you further as part of our commitment to good quality care and as part of lessons learnt.
My father-in-law has quite severe dementia and can have very challenging behaviour. The staff are wonderful about recognising when he is having a bad day and adapt their care/approach to him as required. All staff are pleasant and attentive and treat Dad with dignity.
Clothing is clean but can take time to come back.
Shortage of pillows - there one day and then gone.
Has now been in the room for four weeks, asked for a bath but was only given a bed bath.
Complaints of being hungry.
Thank you for your comment. We take all concerns very seriously and are keen to investigate to ensure the well-being and safety of all residents. Please email walton.manager@kingdomhomesltd.co.uk so we can discuss this further.
My mother-in-law was in here for just under 6 weeks before her passing. Most of the staff were good at what they did but lack of leadership sadly let them down. On her arrival from hospital, her room wasn’t ready and the family had to help tidy it. My mother-in-law was often left unwashed or dressed for hours. Despite speaking to the house manager nothing seemed to change. The staff were always friendly and obliging but it didn’t seem right that the family always had to ask and sometimes help rather than care that should have been provided. As an amputee, she required a hoist to help her in and out of bed/chair and several times we were told the hoist wasn’t working due to the battery being out of charge which left her in bed for long periods of time. Not all staff were identifiable due to lack of uniform or name badges, in general this care home needs a big shake-up in my opinion.
I am sorry that you did not have a good experience, which I was aware of, and which was addressed.
Excellent staff who offer the best care. I am happy to know my friend is being so well taken care of.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review.
It's quite difficult to fill in some ratings as some of the carers are excellent and some are poor. Information is not passed onto other carers (important). The approach to my mum could be a lot better, she does have mild dementia and this is often ignored when she refuses to wake up for food and personal care. The approach by some carers is not appropriate. The manager listens and promises change but it doesn't happen or it happens but doesn't last.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We will of course take on board the comments made and I will ensure that the home manager discusses these with you in person over the coming weeks.
Mum came to Walton House in October from the hospital and I have to say the care she has received is 100%. Care and support from all the staff and management. Mum is paraplegic and has lost her speech and the girls (as we call them) all make her laugh and smile. They always keep me informed of any issues, of which there have not been many, and are always happy to answer any questions I have. The atmosphere here is so relaxed and Mum feels very much at home. Her time here so far has been happy under difficult circumstances and a massive life change for her.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review.
Having to put a partner into a nursing home is not a nice experience. However, realising that it would be impossible to care for my partner at home, we looked at a number of local care homes. We are very pleased with our choice as it is a light, bright environment and the management and staff are really caring and supportive. My husband has been in the home for over two years now and throughout lockdown the management and staff were as flexible as guidance permitted. Very satisfied.
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review.
Regulatory Rating
Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating
Date: 27 August 2025- How well do we support people's wellbeing?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our leadership?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our staff team?Adequate
(3)
- How good is our setting?Adequate
(3)
- How well is care and support planned?Good
(4)
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 28 Feb 2020Recipient: The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- 01 Feb 2018Recipient: The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
- 01 Apr 2017Recipient: The Holmes Care (Group) Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Walton House.
Meet the Team (1)

Karen joined Holmes Care Group in January 2026 and brings nearly 30 years of experience across hospital, community and care home settings. She is a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a strong clinical background supporting both under-65 and over-65 age groups, including acute mental health, crisis intervention, psychosis, dementia, delirium and elderly care.
Throughout her career, Karen has progressed through roles including Nurse, Charge Nurse, Clinical Co-ordinator, Deputy Manager and Service Manager. She has also spent over five years as a stand-alone manager with full responsibility for operational leadership, clinical governance and staff development.
Karen has particular expertise in mental health, dementia care, safeguarding and quality improvement. Her additional training includes leadership and management, teaching and coaching, safeguarding, medication management and counselling qualifications.
She is passionate about person-centred care and believes strongly in supporting staff to grow in confidence and professional skills. Karen is proud of Walton House’s positive and dedicated team, who work together to provide safe, compassionate and high-quality care for every resident.
Frequently Asked Questions about Walton House
What types of Care is Walton House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Alcohol / Drug Misuse are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Walton House have?
There are 40 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Walton House?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Walton House to the centre of Leven?
0.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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