





Bramble House is a newly opened and refurbished specialist residential care home in Hollingwood, Chesterfield - providing high-quality care and support for adults aged 50 and over living with severe and enduring mental health conditions.
The home provides specialist elderly mental health care for individuals whose needs can no longer be safely or effectively supported at home. The experienced team supports residents living with severe mental illness, cognitive impairment, early onset...
Care Provided by Bramble House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 21 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Facilities
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
£1635.72 per week (includes 5 core hours) is our standard rate, without a referral assessment or supporting documentation, we are unable to determine whether there are any specific needs that may require additional support hours or enhanced staffing, which could impact costs.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Bramble House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Bramble 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Aspire Health & Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sophia Francis(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 45+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
Room Information
- Single Rooms (21)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (21)
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
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Meet the Team (2)

Sophia is our dedicated Service Manager, bringing over 18 years of experience in health and social care, with extensive expertise in both elderly care and mental health services. Her career began as a carer, and through hard work, passion, and commitment, she has progressed through roles including Team Leader, Deputy Manager, Registered Manager, and now Service Manager. Sophia is the Registered Manager for Bramble House.
Throughout her career, Sophia has been recognised for her outstanding leadership and commitment to quality care. She was nominated for the Great British Care Awards four years running and was proud to win the Great British Regional Award for Workforce Development (East Midlands) in 2024. She is passionate about developing strong, skilled teams and has successfully eliminated the need for agency staff by investing in training and supporting existing colleagues, creating a consistent, compassionate service for the people we support.
Sophia holds Level 2, 3 and 5 NVQ/QCF qualifications in Health and Social Care and is currently studying towards a Level 7 qualification in Business Management. She has a proven track record of improving CQC ratings and supporting the successful opening of new care services.
Passionate about person-centred care, Sophia is committed to ensuring every individual receives tailored support that promotes independence, dignity, choice, and wellbeing. She is also a dedicated mentor who enjoys helping colleagues develop their skills and confidence, believing that investing in people is key to delivering exceptional care.

Our Managing Director, Dr Ivan Bakaltchev, is a former NHS Consultant Psychiatrist who recognised the need for a more integrated and person-centred approach to mental health care. With a vision to create a service that brings together expertise from multiple disciplines, Dr Bakaltchev established Aspire Health & Care to provide seamless, supportive, and effective care tailored to each individual’s needs.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bramble House
What types of Care is Bramble House registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Bramble House have?
There are 21 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Bramble House?
Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Bramble House to the centre of Chesterfield?
2.5 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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