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Bedrooms are divided between a community for people with lower care needs, a separate...
Care Provided by Barchester Elm Bank Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 115 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
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- 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
This Weekly Fee rate is an indication only of a typical standard fee rate for a resident living in a standard, comfortable room. A final Weekly Fee rate will be confirmed once we have carried out a pre-admission needs assessment.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Barchester Elm Bank Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Barchester Elm Bank 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Larisa Bledea (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2011
- Last Refurbishment: 2024
- Number of floors: 4
Room Information
- Single Rooms (115)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (114)
Visiting
- Visiting is 24hrs 7days a week
Parking
- Parking to the front and back of the site
Barchester Elm Bank Care Home Reviews (201)
Barchester Elm Bank Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.686) out of 10, based on 39 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Barchester Elm Bank Care Home has 201 reviews.
The staff are very friendly and always smiling, they take excellent care of my mother and although it does sound corny they do care. Communication is fantastic.
Very happy with everything here
Your kind words about our team's...
To start with you have a very caring staff. The room which my wife has is very good with a nice view of the grounds. The activities are very good which gets my wife out of her room. The only thing which my wife is cannot stand the food on cold plates. Otherwise the food is very good. Overall the home is very good. You have a very good staff.
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you find our team caring and that your wife enjoys her room, the beautiful surroundings and the activities we provide. Your comments mean a great deal to us and will be shared with the team. We also appreciate...
Our dad continues to be so happy and settled at Elm Bank. His care is excellent and we can see the lovely warm relationships he shares with them and his fellow residents. The entertainment programme is always a source of great anticipation for us all and we now share happy times with music and fun, instead of negotiating together the trials of growing old alone at home. Our good decision to choose Elm Bank is confirmed over & over again.
Thank you for taking the time to share such a wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that your dad continues to be so happy and settled at Elm Bank. It is especially rewarding to know that the caring relationships he has built with our team and fellow residents, along with our activities and...
We decided to home Mum here after viewing a number of facilities and it was definitely the right choice. The staff have a real warmth about them and the Medical staff are nothing short of amazing. it really is like a home from home.
Mum is very happy here, but Barchester Head Office should be cautious, everyone knows this is a business to them, but be mindful this is a home to your residents.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We are absolutely thrilled to hear that choosing our home was the right decision for your mum. Hearing that she is very happy here is the greatest compliment we could receive. Our team works hard to create a warm, family atmosphere, so your kind words about care staff being "nothing short of awesome" mean the world to us.
Allen
Thank you so much for your wonderful five-star review. It is an absolute privilege to care for your mum at Elm Bank, and we are so proud to have been part of her journey over the last four years. Your kind words about our Head of Care and the wider team mean the world to us. We will ensure everyone...
Easy to speak with staff/managers and I feel listened to.
Good to be able to bring dog in - water provided for him :)
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you find the home welcoming, and that you enjoy our selection of activities. Ensuring our families feel listened to and supported by our management team is incredibly important to us. We also love welcoming four-legged visitors and he is welcome back anytime.
Every month we have a residents meeting to complain but nothing improves.
Thanks for taking the time to leave your review. We're sorry to read your comments of our Elm Bank Care Home. We'd like to reassure you our staffing levels are aligned with residents needs and this is kept under continuous review. On speaking with the home, we understand that you have since had a...
Mummy was at Elm Bank for a week of respite care and the staff were uniformly lovely, patient, caring and kind. To my mind this is the biggest and best thing that a care home can provide so along with the lovely setting (which is being refurbished) and excellent activities I was very pleased with her stay there.
Thank you so much for your lovely review and we are so happy to hear that your Mum's respite stay was happy with great care and activities, we will ensure to pass on your positive comment to our team
My mother suffers with dementia and is a resident on Blossom Trail. The staff are extremely patient, helpful and genuinely caring. They offer all the assistance she needs and always inform me of any doctors visits, change of medication or other issues. Although it is difficult due to her illness they try to involve her in the excellent activities and keep her as active as possible. I am very happy with her care.
Thank you so much for your invaluable feedback, we appreciate the time you took to provide this. We will share this with the team, and so delighted to hear that you found our staff professional and caring. We are dedicated to offering the best care and communication in the home along with life enriching activities.
Pleasant surroundings. Everybody friendly. Comfortable.
Thank you for taking the time to provide your review, they are very important to and we are so happy that you found the home comfortable, pleasant and the staff friendly. We will ensure that we review the call bells and speak to our dedicated team.
Elm Bank reception is the first experience of this lovely care facility. The staff greet you with warmth, care and reassurance when this can be a difficult time initially. The home is tastefully decorated, and cleanliness is top notch! The staffing team we have met, from nursing to the dining room, to the activities team, are all dedicated to their job of caring for your loved one. We have peace of mind that he is being taken care of. Thank you.
Thank you for taking the time to provide such a positive review, we are so delighted to hear that you are feeling at peace knowing your loved one is take care of so well. We will pass on your feedback to the team.
Food is fresh and tasty.
Good services available (hairdresser and chiropody)
Nice surroundings.
Overall a very good experience.
Thank you for your lovely feedback, we really appreciate the time taken to write the review and will share this with our dedicated team.
The reception was wellcoming and nicely decorated and had a lovely feel.
The residents rooms were clean and of a good size and nicely appointed.
The communal area was wellcoming and comfortable.
Thank you for your feedback, we are so pleased to hear that you experience of the home was welcoming, clean and comfortable. We will share your feedback with the team.
Staff, efficienty and very friendly
Thank you so much. We're delighted you have taken the time to provide feedback.
Arrived unable to walk and am now leaving able to walk
Really good rest
Showering services really good and am cleanest for years plus beard trimmed
Food could be better but I understand that this is in hand
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear that you felt so well cared for and supported during your time with us. It's wonderful to know you're leaving stronger, more comfortable and with a fresh new look too. We truly appreciate your feedback about the food and want to assure...
My dad loves it so far and is getting involved. We cannot thank you enough.
Thanks for sharing your comments with us. It's so lovely to hear how happy you are with the care your dad is receiving at Elm Bank and we'll make sure we share your compliments with the team!
On admission two staff offered to care for my mothers every need. Despite being informed by me 24 hours earlier of her departure no one knew of her leaving and nothing was prepared. The personal care was not there because her cardigan buttons were uncoordinated. There was no one to tell me how she has been and what had she done rather than she had been no trouble! I emptied her drawers and packed her suitcase but there was no washing for the week.
Hi Rhonie, thanks for leaving your review. We're sorry to hear you're unhappy with your experience at our Elm Bank Care Home. We're not able to see that any feedback was shared with the home team during your mothers stay, feedback is important to us so please do reach out to us on...
Welcoming, helped mum to settle in, excellent facilities.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're absolutely delighted to hear that you experienced such a warm welcome and that our dedicated team was there to assist in making sure your mum settled in comfortably. It's our top priority to ensure that everyone feels at home at Elm Bank.
There simply isn't enough stars to give this place and the amazing staff. From the minute my mother-in-law arrived the care and support had been beyond what we ever expected, but they also gave us invaluable support during the difficult time. They took time to understand my mother in laws needs and personality and gave her the space and care she needed. They encouraged her but never forced her to join in with activities. She is now a very happy lady who loves who new home. One staff member in particular is always on hand with her lovely buddy, friendly personality to give us updates and advice. Thank you all.
Thank you for your lovely feedback, we are so pleased to hear of your experience at Elm Bank Care Home and that you have found our team to go above and beyond. We pride ourselves on delivering person centred care.
Staff extremely helpful and welcoming.
Thank you for your review we are so happy to hear that you received a lovely welcome and found staff to be helpful, we pride ourselves in delivering great customer service
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 24 June 2025Requires improvement
- CaringRequires improvement
- EffectiveRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (140) & Events (3)
- 28 Aug 2026
Residents enjoyed a rootin’, tootin’ afternoon of music, laughter and friendship as they celebrated Cowboy Day in true Wild West style. The afternoon was full of excitement as residents and...
- 28 Aug 2026
Residents and staff enjoyed a wonderful afternoon of friendship, laughter and music as they came together to celebrate Friendship Day. The afternoon was filled with smiles and happy memories, with...
- 13 Aug 2026
August is here and we have our first three birthdays of the month, and what wonderful celebrations they have been! Birthdays are so much more than just another day, they...
- 04 Aug 2026Organiser: Barchester Elm Bank Care Home
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Awards / Recognitions (15)
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 09 Jun 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
- 15 Apr 2026Recipient: Barchester Healthcare Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Barchester Elm Bank Care Home.
Meet the Team (10)

Welcome to Elm Bank Care Home. I am Larisa Bledea, the General Manager, and it is my honour to be part of the wonderful team and home.
Our primary focus is to ensure that the residents receive the utmost standard of care and comfort. We are dedicated to upholding these principles.
At Elm Bank, our commitment is to cultivate a hospitable and inclusive atmosphere where each individual is esteemed and treated with deference.
Our objective is to assist our residents in leading enriching and purposeful lives, tailored to their specific requirements and predilections. I eagerly anticipate extending a warm welcome to you and collaborating to make each day noteworthy.

Hello, my name is Diana, and I have recently joined the team as the Deputy Manager for Elm Bank.
I am incredibly passionate about providing the highest standard of care and support for all our residents and their families. I believe that through open communication and dedicated teamwork, we can ensure that every individual at Elm Bank enjoys a vibrant, fulfilling, and enriched life.
I am so looking forward to getting to know everyone in our community and working together to make Elm Bank a truly wonderful place to call home."

Hello, my name is Daniel, and I joined Barchester Healthcare in March 2026.
I feel incredibly fortunate to be part of a team that works tirelessly to deliver warm, compassionate and person-centred care in a beautiful setting where residents truly thrive and enjoy life. With experience across the care sector, I bring a strong understanding of supporting families through what can often be an emotional and significant transition.
At Elm Bank, I work closely with our exceptional team to enrich residents’ lives, ensuring each day is meaningful, stimulating and filled with laughter, connection and engagement with the wider community.
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my friends and family and travel to the hottest destinations.
A key part of my role is supporting prospective residents and their families as they explore care options. I am here to answer questions, offer reassurance and guide you through your decision-making journey, helping to make the process as smooth, informed and stress-free as possible.

Hello, my name is Rob and I'm the head of the maintenance team here at Elm Bank Care Home.
My role is to ensure that my team and I keep the Elm Bank home maintained to the highest standard, ensuring that the residents are kept safe and comfortable at all times. Before joining the Barchester team, I worked in the motor trade as an after-sales manager. In my spare time, I like to go hill climbing, holidaying in my caravan with my family and riding my motorbike.

Hello, my name is Tina and I am the Activities Coordinator here at Elm Bank Care Home.
I joined Elm Bank in May 2023 as a Team Leader soon becoming the Head of Care before moving to the role of Activities Coordinator and leading the team in January 2024. My passion is to provide life-enriching activities that enhance the lives of our residents.
By providing entertainment that is not only stimulating but person-centred. Our weekly calendar offers rich experiences with music from live entertainers, visits to various locations outside the home of interest, as well as arts and crafts tailored to individual abilities. We are a pet-friendly home and fully support the benefits animal therapy can bring to the lives of our residents and welcome animals of all kinds to the home regularly.
Getting to know our residents better is so important, and through regular family and friends meetings, we can gain a greater understanding of their loved one's interests and lives before joining Elm Bank which will make for a richer activities program to be developed. I look forward to getting to know you, and your loved ones.
We are always open to new ideas. If you would like to get involved in any of our Life Enrichment activities or have a skill, or project you'd like to share with our residents, please email...
New entertainers and community links are always welcome.

Hello, my name is Amanda and I'm the Non-Clinical Head of Care here at Elm Bank. I joined the team in 2018 as a Care Assistant in our residential community for people with lower support needs before progressing to Team Leader in our Daisy Lane Community for those living with dementia.
I am proud to be part of a home that delivers care based on each person's individual needs and provides support with respect and dignity. When I’m not at work I love spending time with my little boy or going shopping, and I enjoy eating out and going on holiday with family.

Hello. I am Sophie, and I support our Head Chef to produce a varied menu every day, and I manage the kitchen team. It is very important to me that every resident enjoys their food, so I get to know exactly how and when they like their food. We also take into account any dietary and swallowing needs to make sure people get all the nutrition they need. We make lots of treats too for birthdays and events.

Hello, my name is Anna and I'm the Home Administrator here at Elm Bank. I have over 15 years’ experience in Admin/Finance as well as experience as a support worker supporting adults with learning difficulties.
I am proud to be part of a home that delivers care based on each person's individual needs and provides support with respect and dignity. I work very closely with the General Manager and the team to ensure our home's high standards are maintained. When I’m not at work I love spending time with my 2 children and husband, going to country parks, day trips and having many family get-togethers.

Hello. I am Isabel. I have been a team member at Elm Bank since 2010. I began my career in care homes in 2007.
As the first point of contact, I have the pleasure of meeting our residents and their families on a daily basis. It is important to me that families and residents see a familiar face, especially for new residents, where I can provide reassurance. I know this can be such a big step and a turning point in their lives. In my role, I also support with enquiries and conduct show rounds. I love to show the home off! I also ensure that all visitors are welcomed into the home and support our fabulous activities team.
We welcome local community groups to use our lounges for group sessions. Please pop in and have a chat with me, as I enjoy meeting people and I'm always proud to show people around Elm Bank. Every day is different here!
I am an avid reader of history, and this can build a rapport with many of our residents who reminisce about their lives and who also have a love for history. I share the same family values that I see from our residents' families when visiting their loved ones in the home, through the love of spending time with my family and grandchildren, which is very important to me. I have recently re-joined the Skittle team and enjoy social time.

Hello. I am Jill and I have lived at Elm Bank for many years so I know the staff really well. I enjoy attending all the activities and I always want to try the new things offered here. I help to put up decorations for special events throughout the year, to create a celebratory atmosphere. Staff and residents work together to make special days really enjoyable. I am a confident person and it is part of my role to liaise with the General Manager any residents who want to express their wishes but are unable to do so. I make a special point of welcoming all new residents to our home and helping them to settle in. I am very proud to be part of Elm Bank as we are all cared for like family.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barchester Elm Bank Care Home
What types of Care is Barchester Elm Bank Care Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Barchester Elm Bank Care Home have?
There are 115 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Barchester Elm Bank Care Home?
Own Furniture if required, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Barchester Elm Bank Care Home to the centre of Kettering?
0.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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