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The home accommodates up to 45 residents across three thoughtfully arranged floors, each offering a welcoming and homely atmosphere. Every resident benefits from a spacious, private en suite...
Care Provided by Amber Wood
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 45 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Television point in own room
Funding & Fees
Please contact the home to organise an assessment with one of our experienced clinical leads.
We can then give an accurate average weekly fee.
Contact Amber Wood 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
- Welford Healthcare
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Stacie Smith(Interim Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed with both male-only and female-only unit(s)
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2018
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (45)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (45)
Parking
- Parking available around the front entrance
Amber Wood Reviews (15)
Amber Wood has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.402) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Amber Wood has 15 reviews.
He loves his new home is very settled and the staff are fantastic. The activity coordinator is excellent and whether just one to ones with him or singalongs etc with everyone else, she ensures he is enjoying himself.
Thank you for your feedback. I will share this with the team. We enjoy having dad with us and am pleased he has settled so well into his new home.
Mum moved to amberwood in March 2026. Since then she has settled in well and was made to feel welcome from day 1. The staff are friendly and approachable. Nothing is too much trouble.There are lots of activities to do for the residents and there is always a cheerful atmosphere. Amberwood has beautiful rooms with en suite. You can tell the staff really care about everyone. Great communication with family members too. I can rest easy knowing mum is getting excellent care. Thankyou to all of you at Amberwood care, Burton.
Thank you for your kind words. We will share this with the team.
We are so pleased mum has settled so well and feels Amber Wood is now home.
She went in completely bed ridden not being able to walk since early November.
The following day I walked in to see that Mum wasn't in bed so I went looking for her. Well I broke into tears of happiness as mum sat in an arm chair in the lounge.
Still not able to walk and has her wheelchair She has adjusted well. She now joins in with activities. No longer alone in her bedroom anymore.
The Staff are lovely.
If we have any concerns we just go to see Stacie the Manager or Paula the Deputy.
They have arranged various appointments and working out a care plan that suits mums needs.
Amberwood has given myself a chance to become a daughter again and enjoy my visits always taking a cake to share with her and a cup of tea and Chat.
Thank you.
Thank you for your kind words. We love having mum, the dogs, and the wider family here each day. Will share this lovely feedback with the team.
When I first contacted Paula at Amber Wood, she was so very helpful, kind and understanding. She arranged for my mum to be moved from our home to their care within 2 days and mum settled really well. The staff were wonderful with mum and we were very happy with the care she received. We would highly recommend Amber Wood.
Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased you were happy with everything during your time with us. I will ensure this is passed on to the team. Feel welcome to visit us anytime.
The staff are fantastic. My Mother in law is really happy, and enjoys all the activities that they offer. My Father in law is in the same home, and they really look after him as well, keeping us updated on his needs. A special mention for Deanne with the planning of all the activities, also the Manager is always available to speak to, and the rest of the staff will always help, and what ever we have requested they have managed to provide. I feel that my Mother and Father in law are safe, well looked after in every way.
Thank you for your kind words. We will share with the team.
The staff are very friendly and there is plenty of things to keep everyone busy. Security is very good but could do withpasses for visitors. Entertainment is excellent. The rooms are avery good size and can be made personal.
Thank you for your feedback. Will share this with the team. We are pleased you are happy with the service provided for your loved one.
My dad stayed for respite care for one week. Paula assessed his needs and there was great communication throughout. Any questions were answered quickly. His room was clean and bright. The staff we met were friendly and helpful. We were all very happy with his care ( including my dad) and he will be staying again for another week of respite care next week. Thank you for your great care
I will pass this onto Paula and all our lovely staff,
We will look forward see your dad again soon
5 years of mum being at Amber Wood, so we have seen some changes. Presently, all is going in the right direction with changes, all in the interest of the residents. Care is tailor-made to the individual. Cleanliness is great throughout the whole home, as well as in individual rooms. The activities are always amazing, which is great for the families to see. Grateful for the management, seniors, especially Natalie and Suzie, as well as mum's carers, who know her really well. Thank you.
Thank you for your lovely review
I will pass on your comments to all our hard working staff
My partner arrived at Amber Wood one month ago, and right from the start, all of the staff were friendly and approachable. I visit him daily and have seen how good the staff are with not only with him but with all of the residents. I think we all worry about how well the staff treat our loved ones, and having seen for myself daily for a month now, not once have I had any concerns. In my opinion, it is clean, professional and very well run whilst still maintaining a relaxed atmosphere.
Thank you for your feedback, Carol; it's so nice to hear that the dedication of the team has provided you with a little peace of mind. We will be sure to pass on your kind words to the team!
As a qualified nurse, I always worried about my mum going into care but from the day my mum went to Amber Wood Care Home to the day he passed away, we, as a family, had nothing to worry about. The staff on Bertley and the management team treat Mum as an individual with care and love throughout her stay. I can't thank them enough, their care and dedication were exceptional. I would recommend Amber Wood to any family who are in the same position as we were.
It has been a pleasure to look after your mum over the past few years, we are honoured to have met her and enjoyed every moment spent with her. Thank you for your lovely feedback, it is most appreciated and I do hope you stay in touch.
Mum loves being here. She has made lots of friends and the staff are great with her. All possible precautions are taken with regard to covid outbreaks. Mum enjoys the activities they have and the food is nice.
Much more enjoyable now that relatives can come into Amber Wood and visit residents in their day-to-day accommodation. The Covid situation, although understandable, has been hard for relatives. My husband's birthday was a happy occasion. Not sure how much he remembers now about a Birthday, but it was lovely for him, and thank you to the staff for making it a special day.
When I could see my Uncle after a long time and actually visit the home and meet the staff, I was very pleased and satisfied that my uncle was receiving a really good level of care. The staff were accommodating and went out of their way to make the visit a great experience. My Uncle was relaxed and happy that the visit could go ahead as it was a little later than planned. We had our visit in the lovely garden to the back of the home (Covid restrictions) which I found much nicer than a room. The staff provided a good quality of care to all the residents that I had sight of and good communication skills witnessed on my visit. The home was very clean with a nice aroma. Good personal facilities for visitors and most of all a good welcome. Good atmosphere, bright, good facilities to enable the residents to look back and remember (reminiscing).
Thank you for your kind words. We're glad to hear that you had such a great experience on your last visit here! It really is our pleasure to take good care of your uncle. We will pass your comments on to the staff team. Best wishes, Kath.
My mum arrived at Amber Wood following hospitalization because she had fallen and broken her hip. Prior to this, she had been living semi-independently (with the help of family and carers) in her own home. Unfortunately, it was one fall too many and following the hip repair the very difficult decision was made to have her assessed for residential care; hence her arrival at Amber Wood. On arrival, my worries were dissolved. We were greeted by two exceptionally nice carers who very compassionately settled Mum in. Within an hour of arrival, she was sitting in the dining area eating lunch with other residents. Mum's room is lovely and spacious and she is already forming friendships with both staff and fellow guests. The care and warmth of the staff is second to none. There is an open visiting policy and nothing is too much trouble. The carers quickly relate well not only to the residents but also importantly to the relatives. Thank you so much to all at Amber Wood.
Rooms are large and airy with beautiful views and en-suits. The gardens were large and accessible, with fruit and vegetables that residents could pick and eat.
Bed Vacancies
1 Bed Vacancy
Posted: 23 July 2026Please contact the Home for additional details.
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Awards / Recognitions (2)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Amber Wood
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: Amber Wood
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We are a thriving and caring home where our residents are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that happy people make a happy home, and I am committed to ensuring all our residents receive the best quality care and that all employees feel valued and respected.
Frequently Asked Questions about Amber Wood
What types of Care is Amber Wood registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Amber Wood have?
There are 45 Single Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Amber Wood?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Amber Wood to the centre of Burton-on-Trent?
1.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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