





Farnham Mill Nursing Home is committed to the highest standards of service and care, within a friendly and happy, family-run setting. It specialises in Nursing, Dementia, Parkinson's and End-of-life care. The Home is rated as Good Overall by CQC.
Its aim is to provide the highest level of care for residents, in a dignified and compassionate way. With the best facilities and equipment, in a comfortable home with highly trained, experienced...
Care Provided by Farnham Mill Nursing Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 65 Service Users
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
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
- Convalescent Care
- 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
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Contact Farnham Mill Nursing Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
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Local Authority - NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Good to Know
Group/Owner
- Woodlands & Hillbrow Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Sahlee Epi (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
Room Information
- Single Rooms (55)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (5)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (55)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (5)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome, no time restrictions
Parking
- On site parking
Farnham Mill Nursing Home Reviews (205)
Farnham Mill Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.882) out of 10, based on 81 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Farnham Mill Nursing Home has 205 reviews.
Farnham Mill had organised a weekend BBQ for residents and associated family members and friends. We attended the event are were welcomed by the staff and spent an afternoon being serenaded by a professional singer as well as enjoying drinks and BBQ food. A great social event was had by all.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a 5-star review for Farnham Mill, its fantastic you were able to enjoy the Summer BBQ with your loved ones.
The care of my mother-in-law is exceptional. The whole family are welcomed and treated with respect. The staff have an excellent rapport with residents. The transition to full-time care was made less painful for my wife during what is naturally a difficult time.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a lovely review for Farnham Mill, the staff will be so pleased to read this. It's wonderful to know you think the care your mother-in-law receives is exceptional and that you are your family always feel welcome.
The care home is well-kept and has a warm and friendly atmosphere. There are always different activities for the residents and the staff know each resident on a personal basis. The home gives off a professional and friendly vibe.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave Farnham Mill a 5-star review, the staff will be so pleased to see this. We are glad you have had such a positive experience when visiting the home.
My mum moved from another home (same chain) to Farnham Mill last September due to her changing needs. I really like the light, open, bright and airy feel of the home. Each time I visit all of the staff on every level are very welcoming towards me and are so kind and caring towards Mum and all residents. The home is kept spotless and has beautiful gardens which are very well-tended, for residents to enjoy. There are plenty of activities planned each week also visits from singers, dancers, therapy dogs, pigmy goats and recently chickens and ducks to name a few. I am always notified immediately if there are any changes in Mum's care or condition this gives me much reassurance that Mum is in the best place possible.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a 5 star review for Farnham Mill, the staff will be so pleased to read this. It's great to read such positive feedback on the home and the care as well as the activities that are provided for our residents.
Staff are always extremely helpful and friendly when visiting. It must be easy to get distracted working in a nursing home, but you never feel a burden asking for extra support for the person you're visiting. Staff know residents' first names and are constantly visible and providing care. This is an ease to my mind. I have a lot of respect for those providing the care, and they do so with patience and respect.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a 5-star review for Farnham Mill; our staff will be so pleased to read this. It's great to know you are happy with the care your grandmother receives.
Farnham Hill continues to achieve the highest standards. Their care for my mother is individually tailored, skilful, gentle and kind. A recent chest infection was quickly spotted and she was on prophylactic medication on the same day. As dementia progresses there is a risk of loss of dignity. I see continuing attention to my mother's nutrition, comfort and appearance. I attribute this success largely to the continuity of staffing and respect between colleagues at all levels, from cleaners (without whom the best care in the world would struggle) to general managers.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review, we are so pleased to know you have had such a positive experience at Farnham Mill and that you're happy with the care your mother has received.
Very caring and supportive staff towards residents and their visitors. We have been very impressed with the activities for residents and the general well-being and care they receive.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a lovely review, the staff will be pleased to read this.
There's a full, activity timetable that varies weekly, which she (and I) can join in with as much as she wants. She particularly enjoys the musical entertainment, animal visits and family activities like picnics and fireworks.
I can visit whenever I want and always get a warm welcome and friendly chat at reception, which really helps! Thanks so much to all the staff.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a lovely 5 star review, it's brilliant to see all of the wonderful things about Farnham Mill that you have highlighted, the staff will be so pleased to read this.
I have the highest praise for all the staff, from senior to the most junior. As well as their care of my husband, they were unfailingly kind to me; they made me feel like one of the family.
At the time of my husband’s death, he was nursed with loving and understanding care and his sister and I were given unstinting care and kindness.
Thank you very much for taking the time to write a five-star review, our staff will be very pleased to read this. We are so glad you are happy with the care your husband received over the three-plus years he was with us at Farnham Mill.
Reception- Warm welcome, helpful and efficient. I found the care staff cheerful and attentive to residents' needs and their visitors. The room my friend was occupying was clean, bright and welcoming. I will and already have recommended this nursing home to numerous people.
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review, its wonderful to have such lovely feedback and we do appreciate the recommendation to others.
We have been so pleased with the care that Dad has received at Farnham Mill. The staff have been so wonderful and Dad has enjoyed the care and activities so much. Particularly at the end of life, the care was excellent. We could not have felt more reassured. Dad was kept so comfortable. Thank you to all the staff at Farnham Mill.
Thank you so much for your kind review of the team at Farnham Mill. They will be really pleased to read it. We felt honoured to have been able to care for your Father during the time he lived with us.
My sister and I were kept well informed of any issues and were very much a part of any decision-making regarding his welfare. We were always made to feel welcome and the staff really looked after us in Dad's last few days in particular.
I cannot recommend Farnham Mill highly enough!
Thank you very much for leaving a lovely review for Farnham Mill; the staff will be very pleased to see this review. We are so pleased that you and your family are happy with the care your father received throughout his time at Farnham Mill and Hill Brow.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone with similar needs.
Thank you very much for taking the time to give such a lovely review. It was a pleasure to have your mother stay with us, especially over such a special time of year.
My friend was a resident for 7 months and I visited at least twice a week. The two girls on reception were always polite and welcoming perfect for greeting visitors. The care staff is very easy to chat to and always around if needed. The nursing staff is second to none. There is always something going on for residents and we joined in many of the garden parties, afternoon teas and sing-a-longs.
Thank you so much for your time to do a review for the team at Farnham Mill. We always do our best to welcome friends and family alike and we are very pleased you have enjoyed your visits with your friend in the home.
Always receive a warm welcome when I visit. The staff know who I am and give great updates on how Mum has been through the week. I also get regular updates between visits via email and phone calls. Any changes are discussed and explained. Thanks.
Thank you so much for leaving us a review, it is much appreciated. It is lovely to read that you always receive a warm welcome and we do pride ourselves in keeping families informed of everything happening in the home as well as updates on how their relatives are doing. Thanks again.
Delighted with the care received since my father moved in a couple of months ago. My father and his close family are always made extremely welcome - the staff on the door always remember all of our names, and always get up to help my disabled mother open the door when she visits as soon as they see her approaching. Attention was taken to fully understand all of my father's care needs, in particular special diet. During the settling-in period as staff got to know my father they constantly adjusted and added to the detailed care plan to make sure everything was exactly as he liked down to the tiny details – for example, the TV put on for him daily onto channel he likes and tea served without too much milk! They even allowed us to host a small celebration event for my parent's 60th wedding anniversary and when we turned up with our food (as agreed) we found they had laid out the room beautifully with flowers and set out the table for everyone in the family. Cannot recommend them enough.
Many thanks for writing us such a lovely review. We're so happy that your father has settled in with us so well. We are very proud of our lovely staff, they really do go the extra mile for the residents, particularly on special occasions. Thanks again.
Excellent care and support delivered by very kind and professional staff.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a lovely review. We are so proud of our staff and the wonderful way they care for all our residents.
My papa is very happy here! There are lots of activities to keep him entertained and interactive with staff and other residents. Very well looked after, staff are very friendly. The family feel very included and informed in his care. The care home puts on great family days for all!
Thank you for your lovely review. I'm really pleased your papa is so happy with us. Our activities team do a great job thinking up new things to do, I'm glad he is enjoying getting involved. We love family visits and it's good to hear our family days are so enjoyable.
My father was a resident at Farnham Mill Nursing Home for 21 months and he received the best of care. He loved his bright, spacious room and the communal areas. He really enjoyed the gorgeous gardens and waterway, taking great delight in watching the bird life. The staff across all areas are exceptional, treating him with great care and kindness. The level of care adjusted seamlessly as his needs increased on his Dementia journey. We were hugely grateful he got to spend his final days in such a warm, caring environment, surrounded by people who became like family, caring for not only my father but the extended family as we struggled with this difficult disease. We cannot praise Farnham Mill and all the staff more highly, thank you all so much.
We really appreciate you taking the time to do a review for Farnham Mill. All the team miss your father and we are grateful for the time he spent with us at Farnham Mill. Thank you for your kind review.
After looking at several care homes, we decided upon the Farnham Mill, as we felt that this was where she would receive the best care and we have not been disappointed.
The staff have all been so kind, caring and welcoming. Nothing is too much trouble. They have gone above and beyond to make us feel at home and help support us through this difficult time. My mum is treated with dignity, respect and above all kindness.
No one ever really wants to find themselves in a position where they have to move a loved one into a care home but it gives me peace of mind to know how well cared for she is.
I would unreservedly recommend the Farnham Mill to anyone looking for a care home for their loved one.
It’s given me my faith back that there are some lovely care homes out there. A huge thank you to the entire staff at the Farnham Mill who make this the wonderful place it is!
Thank you so much for your kind review of Farnham Mill. We are pleased you and your mum chose Farnham Mill, we feel honoured to care for her.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 06 August 2021- Caring Good
- Effective Good
- Responsive Good
- Safe Good
- Well-led Good
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 (11) & Events (0)
- Posted: Monday 15 Jun 2026We are celebrating our 50th anniversary this year at Woodlands Residential Care home! This special occasion marks five decades of family-led care in Hampshire, started by Gillian Lee. As the...
- Posted: Monday 15 Jun 2026We are so proud to confirm that Farnham Mill has achieved the highest standard on the scale in its most recent Environmental Health Officer (EHO) inspection! A huge thank you...
- Posted: Wednesday 27 May 2026We are proud to celebrate an incredible milestone for our Home Manager, Sahlee Epi, who has dedicated 15 years of outstanding service, compassion and commitment to our homes. Now leading...
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Meet the Team (14)
I am Alison Lee the Proprietor of Woodlands & Hill Brow Ltd. I am a nurse with a degree in Nursing and a Diploma in Elderly Care. I left the NHS where I was Ward Manager of an elderly care unit at the Royal Free Hospital when I assumed control of Woodlands & Hill Brow Ltd following my mother's retirement in 1998.
I am immensely proud of the standards of care we achieve and the family ethos and feel which runs through the heart of our homes.
Hello, my name is Laura Cooper, I have worked for the Lee family for over 8 years and I am extremely proud to be the General Manager for Woodlands and Hill Brow’s four homes. With over 20 years of previous Leadership and HR experience behind me, I work with the homes daily to promote and ensure that the happiness of our residents and all our permanent staff members remains at the heart of all we do.
Hello, my name is Sahlee, I have worked for Woodlands and Hill Brow since 2011 as a home manager and as a Kings Nurse Specialist. My real passion in life is nursing and caring for the elderly. I specialise in palliative care and tissue viability. It is so important to me that the residents we care for are comfortable and happy and that every day we can help to improve their quality of life.
‘Working as the deputy manager in Farnham Mill NH has enabled me to utilise a wealth of transferable skills developed during my 42yrs nursing experience. I am a strong believer that here’s no real substitute for the intensely rewarding and fulfilling nature of looking after older people. I am very passionate about ensuring residents are provided with attentive and respectful care, at the same time ensuring that they retain their dignity and independence during the latter stages of life.
I love being able to take time to talk, listen and understand what matters to the resident, as It is important that residents can express choices and feel involved in the way their care is planned and delivered. My love of looking after older people enables me to utilise my skills to provide consistent, individualised care and support to residents in a care environment, knowing it makes a difference in the lives of the residents’.
I help support with any questions and concerns but what I love most is every day I get to meet new people, hear their life stories and build great relationships with them and their families. Once they have moved in it is a joy to watch our residents thrive and enjoy life, loved ones too.
I have over 25 years of experience in Hospitality, mostly as a chef. Prior to joining Woodlands and Hill brow, I spent 5 years working in a luxury care home in Andover, overseeing the kitchens, housekeeping, activities and maintenance departments. I really enjoy seeing happy residents enjoying their food and having fulfilled lives.
My goal is that my contribution through experience, passion and determination gives everyone living at Farnham Mill the best possible quality of life.
I have worked in the health and social care sector for the last 13 years. Every role has been in and around training and development. Being able to develop our staff to deliver even greater care and service to our residents is something I take great pride in. Woodlands & Hill Brow is a family-run business, and this is one of the main reasons I wanted to move here, away from more corporate roles.
Preparing, cooking and presenting good, tasty, wholesome food has always been my passion. I have cooked since I was very young. What I enjoy most about working in Care and cooking for the older generation is the interaction with the residents and the creation of personalised foods they will enjoy the most. While always being aware of hydration, taste, nutrition and the resident's personal enjoyment of the food.
I have been working at Farnham Mill as a front-of-house receptionist.
I worked for a well-known high street bank but changed my career which was inspired by my mum’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis and the impact it had and still has on my family’s lives. I am passionate about and love my role at Farnham Mill. To see families being able to spend time together is my real inspiration and to be able to spend time with our residents is a real privilege on a day-to-day basis.
I joined Farnham Mill in July 2018 and feel proud of my role as activities coordinator.
My passion is making our residents happy and I believe this is part and parcel of good care.
My job as activities coordinator allows me lots of opportunities to do this, through organising lots of different activities and trips that our residents enjoy. These include arts and crafts, quiz's, trips out to the pub, shopping and to garden centres. Plus lots of musical performances.
I am the Senior Nurse and Clinical Lead at Hill House. I joined Woodlands and Hill Brow Ltd in 2019, after working in a number of other nursing homes previously. I was drawn to Farnham Mill because I had heard about how the company offer outstanding care to their residents and takes care of its staff.
On a personal level, I have always been passionate about caring for the elderly, especially those with dementia. It is my belief our residents should receive excellent nursing care and I am proud to be part of the outstanding team at Farnham Mill.
I have worked with the Woodlands and Hill Brow group for more than 5 years, working my way up to Senior Nurse. I work with a great team of management, carers and domestic staff. I am particularly passionate about caring for residents with dementia. I enjoy working together to ensure our lovely residents are happy and cared for in every way possible.
I have worked for Woodlands and Hill Brow since 2018, first at Hill House as a carer and when Farnham Mill was built, I transferred over. I love working in such a beautiful purpose built, nursing home. The home allows us to provide the best possible care for our lovely residents. I also enjoy working with such a dedicated team of carers, nurses and management who all put the residents happiness and care first.
My name is Doug, I am the facilities manager for the Woodlands and Hill Brow Group. I am a qualified electrician and have been in the building industry for nearly 40 years. I was introduced to the team at Woodlands and Hill Brow Ltd when I was involved in the building of Hill House nursing home and then when I designed the electrical systems at Farnham Mill. I take pride in my maintenance team and in providing a safe, well maintained, attractive place for the residents and staff alike to live and work.
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