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The home offers personalised care plans that are designed to meet each resident’s...
Care Provided by Hyllden Heights
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 78 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
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Smoking not permitted
- 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
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Hyllden Heights for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Hyllden Heights 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Oakland Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Laurence Thurlow(General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2023
- Last Refurbishment: 2023
Room Information
- Single Rooms (78)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (78)
Parking
- Parking on and off site.
Hyllden Heights Reviews (38)
Hyllden Heights has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.789) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hyllden Heights has 38 reviews.
The communication was great as they kept my sister and I updated. When I visited they engaged with me as if I was their resident and I also felt at home there and welcomed always.
Even though hard for my mother and father to get used to a different routine, place and not being at home, they met so many wonderful carers, enjoyed the daily activities and the different facilities for example: the onsite hair salon.
Leaving after three weeks they were sad to leave as they had made friends and loved the warmth from the whole team.
We would definitely choose Hyllden Heights again based on their experience.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. Your mother and father were very loved by the team and we really do hope they have settled back at home well. I will ensure I pass your lovely comments to the rest of the team. Thank you so much.
I stayed at Hyllden Heights for 2 weeks, whilst recovering from major surgery, and it was an excellent experience from start to finish. The facilities and cleanliness throughout were very good, and all of the staff were very caring, friendly and professional. It was very reassuring to see that there was always a good level of staff on hand and there was never a delay in response when I requested assistance. I would have no hesitation in recommending this lovely care home.
Thank you for your very kind review. I will ensure this message gets passed to the amazing team here at Hyllden Heights.
Mum has told me how very happy she is and I therefore couldn’t be happier with my choice of care home.
It’s not an easy decision to make moving a loved one into residential care but I’m so glad I chose Hyllden Heights and so is Mum. Best move. Thank you all.
Thank you very much for your kind words. I will pass these on to our lovely staff. I know Mum is fast becoming a very loved member of our home.
My aunt has been a resident since August this year. After looking around several homes locally this was by far the best choice. The staff are friendly and approachable and most of all always smiling which goes a long way. The care and attention given to residents is perfect. The staff check with the family regularly to make sure we are happy with everything. Very good value for money.
Thank you for your very kind review. I will pass this all on to the amazing team at Hyllden Heights. Your aunt has definitely settled very well and it's great to see.
From the moment Mum moved into Hyllden Heights she felt at home. It was reassuring knowing Mum was safe in the hands of professional and courteous carers. The homely surroundings, sensitive decor and friendly staff all helped create a welcoming environment. Can't thank the staff enough for supporting not only Mum but ourselves during an immensely emotional time. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. I will pass this information on to the team. It was an absolute pleasure to be able to care for your mum and support you all when needed.
We moved our parents to Hyllden Heights in early autumn from another nearby care home and wish we had found it sooner. An inspirational management team with senior nursing backgrounds lead a caring, compassionate staff, many of whom have worked together previously. It is a cohesive team of nurses, carers and support staff who have heart. They are open and welcoming to residents and their families. Dementia care is hard to staff because it is so demanding. It requires continuity of care from a constant team of committed, permanent staff, fully aware of the details of care plans and able to relate to those losing their faculties and sense of self with sensitivity and respect for each individual. Our father’s care was all we hoped for in his final months from just such committed nurses and carers and afforded him dignity and utmost respect through his final months and end-of-life care. Thank you Hyllden Heights for your exemplary care of our father and ongoing care of our mother.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Deborah. All these reviews mean a lot to us and I will ensure I pass this on to our amazing team at Hyllden Heights. I know that Dad is very missed and it was a pleasure to have met him and for the team to care for him, and for Mum, which they will continue to do.
I have been very happy with the care that my husband has received. All the staff have been very helpful and kind, very well supported by everyone and have been made very welcome at all times.
Thank you for your lovely review of our home. I will pass your kind words on to the team, to show them how appreciated they are.
I'm feeling very reassured and happy with the way Mum and Dad are being cared for. The atmosphere is very happy and friendly and now look forward to visiting. They both look content and staff regularly come to take Dad to the toilet without being asked which tells me it's done regularly.
Thank you so much for your kind review. I will pass your kind words on to the team. This really helps us to know that the hard work is appreciated.
Mum was made to feel very welcome from day one and the move from another home was extremely smooth.
A very happy, vibrant, fun home where Mum was looked after with the utmost respect and dignity.
Fantastic facilities, super food, excellent activities and lovely staff who get to know the residents well and become friends to all.
Thank you.
Thank you for your lovely review, it was an absolute pleasure for the team to care for your mum. I will ensure these lovely words are passed to the team.
Thank you very much to everyone who has helped Mum and Dad settle in so well. I have been very impressed with the level of care and kindness shown to them. Hyllden Heights is a very welcoming place and it is such a relief to know Mum and Dad are safe and cared for. Thank you again.
Thank you for your very kind words, I will pass on these to the amazing team at Hyllden Heights. It's been lovely to see them settle so well into their new home.
Great facilities and care.
Comfortable environment.
Good communication.
We are rest assured she is well-looked after.
A very caring home. Hyllden Heights is very welcoming to both residents and their families. Caers are kind and caring. The surroundings are exceptional, always clean and tidy. The food is very good.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, I will ensure your comments are passed to the team.
My mother is always treated with kindness and respect. The staff are mindful of her welfare and dignity at all times. Visitors are always made to feel welcome. The managers are very approachable and sort out concerns with peace and understanding. I could not be more pleased with the care my mother receives at Hyllden Heights Care Home.
Thank you very much for your kind review. I will ensure I pass your lovely comments to the team.
Mum says "It's good!". The staff and management are all fantastic!
Hyllden Heights Care Home is truly outstanding and beautifully decorated to a very high standard. The stunning bespoke furniture and wonderful facilities has been carefully considered for the residents! The staff are extremely professional, caring, friendly and nothing is ever too much trouble. The rooms are light and airy allowing it to feel very welcoming and I can relax knowing my mother is surrounded by the best care.
We are absolutely delighted with the care my mother receives at Hyllden Heights. She has flourished with their kind, warm and loving, professional care. The stimulation her brain is receiving from all the charming staff has meant her conversation and concentration has improved dramatically since she moved there two months ago. She is happy, laughing and smiling, whenever we visit. The nursing care is second to none and minor, intelligent adjustments to her medication have resulted in her being much less tired and much more interested in life. I cannot recommend the care home too highly. Excellent value for money too. I only wish I could mention all the staff by name as they are all upbeat, patient and wonderful with both my mother and all our family and friends who visit. Truly exceptional!
Thank you for your lovely review of our home. I will ensure I pass all these lovely comments on to the team so they know their work is greatly appreciated. Thank you again.
I was very pleasantly surprised when I first walked into Hyllden Heights. the reception area was tastefully decorated and the staff very welcoming. It gave the impression of a five star hotel rather than a care home and later having looked around the building. I thought the facilities were excellent staff have always been very happy and the coffee area near reception ensure a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere when visiting. I can't recommend Hyllden Heights more highly.
Thank you so much for your review. I will pass these comments on to our fantastic team.
Very pleased with how well Dad has happily settled into the home. We cannot fault the service and care provided, and we enjoy our regular visits. The staff and facilities are excellent.
Thank you very much for your lovely review of our home. I will certainly pass this on to the team as this means a lot and shows our great team their work is appreciated by all. I do know that the team are very fond of your dad too.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 22 May 2025Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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
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News (1) & Events (0)
- 27 Oct 2025
Hyllden Heights care home has launched a unique dementia-friendly pop-up restaurant for people in the local community. Kentish Kitchen is thought to be the first of its kind in a...
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Awards / Recognitions (19)
- 06 May 2026Recipient: Oakland Care
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Oakland Care
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Hyllden Heights
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Hyllden Heights.
Meet the Team (4)

Although I have been an acute trauma and orthopaedic nurse of 47 years in the RAF and NHS, I made the voluntary transition into the care sector seven years ago following a short career break when my father became unwell. This has been a very rewarding career move, resulting in me taking on the General Manager role at Hyllden Heights in March 2025. Our assurance to you is that the team at Hyllden Heights will always put the resident central to everything we do. Our ethos and core values are care, standards, respect and mindfulness, but more than anything, we are family.

I joined Oakland Care in October 2019 at our Lambwood Heights Care Home in Chigwell and have since gone from strength to strength. I have over seven years of experience working in the Social Care sector, previously as a Paramedic Nurse in my home country of Romania. I am passionate about working in Social Care as it allows me to ensure our residents are safe, and cared for and all their care and clinical needs are met. I also enjoy the interaction with our residents and relatives on a daily basis. I am passionate about my work as I can help people in need to live a happy, safe and independent life where everyone is treated individually, and their quality of life is maintained. In my spare time, I enjoy playing tennis, and football, socialising, visiting new places and discovering new cultures around the world.

I am delighted to have joined the Oakland Care family as Senior Client Relations Manager for Hyllden Heights. My experience in the role goes back 11 years now, including the commissioning of a new care home. Nothing gives me greater satisfaction than assisting families to explore full-time care options, whilst sharing insights during what is often a stressful time for them. Outside of work, my biggest passion has always been travel, which hopefully will become easier again in the fullness of time!

After working in retail for six and a half years to ensure I was around to raise my two girls, it was time to change and start a new career for myself. I moved to the care sector, and in the few short weeks I have been here, I realise maybe I should have moved a lot sooner, as this, apart from having my girls, is probably the most rewarding thing I've done. Ensuring the residents have a smile on their faces makes my day. When I joined Oakland Care, I was instantly welcomed into the family, and I love coming to work every day. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and going on holidays.
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