Valerian Court Care Home

The Broadway, Didcot OX11 8ET
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  • Valerian Court Care Home, Didcot
Valerian Court Care Home in Didcot, Oxfordshire delivers luxury living with the reassurance of a full continuum of care. This purpose-built home offers elegant en-suite accommodation for up to 70 residents, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and a strong clinical team with extensive experience in hospital and advanced care settings.

Designed to be spacious, light and homely, Valerian Court enables residents to enjoy companionship, choice and a vibrant lifestyle, all while knowing professional, person-centred care is available around the clock. The dedicated team is equipped to support evolving and more complex care needs with confidence.

Residents benefit from a rich range of communal spaces - including beautifully appointed lounges and dining rooms, a cinema, library, café, creative studio, salon, private dining room and impressive rooftop gardens and balconies. The home’s chefs prepare nutritious, home-cooked meals tailored to individual tastes and dietary requirements.

With an engaging activities programme and a committed clinical and lifestyle team, Valerian Court ensures residents can flourish, stay connected and feel fully supported at every stage of their care journey.
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Care Provided by Valerian Court Care Home

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 70 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1475 – £1600
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1500 – £1700
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1550 – £1800
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1550 – £1800
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1475 – £1600
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1475 – £1700
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1550 – £1800
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1550 – £1800

Settle in and make yourself at home this Winter. Enjoy 3 weeks for the price of 2, saving from £1475. Valid for admissions between 15th December to 15th March 2026. T&Cs apply.


Valerian Court offers luxury all-inclusive living.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Valerian Court Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Valerian Court 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)

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 £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Contact Valerian Court Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Person in Charge

  • Andrei Joanta (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 2022
  • Last Refurbishment: 2022
  • Number of floors: 4

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (70)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (70)

Visiting

  • Visitors are welcomed to Valerian Court to see a loved one or to enquire for themselves or a loved one. Feel free to pop in or get in touch to make an appointment.

Parking

  • Onsite parking is available for visitors to the home.

Valerian Court Care Home Reviews (71)

9.7

Valerian Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.749) out of 10, based on 51 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Valerian Court Care Home has 71 reviews.

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Review from Y W (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 19 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since moving Nan here from another home, I can honestly say that the home has surpassed my expectations. Every member of staff has a clear focus on how to make every day a positive experience, and they are all person-focused. From the first visit to the actual move, we were supported fully, and Nan
was welcomed into the community. Nothing appears to be too much trouble, and the care and attention to every detail show the passion the team have to deliver exceptional care.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeIt has been such a pleasure and honour to receive and support your nan in our service. Like each of our residents, she is unique in her own way and has brought additional value to our family here. We thank you and your family for all your continued support to the home.
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Review from Teresa G (Friend of Resident) published on 17 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This care home really does care; not just for its residents but for their friends and families who visit. The front desk is always manned by smiling, approachable and helpful staff members. I have seen staff members genuinely upset when one of their residents is sufficiently ill to be taken into hospital.
All rooms and common areas are kept beautifully clean. I cannot recommend it highly enough. It is hard admitting a family member so, rest assured that if you pick this care home, you can sit back and relax.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeThank you so much for your comprehensive response and genuine interest in all that happens in the home. Your feedback is highly valued and continues to guide our service performance. We look forward to seeing you again.
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Review from N M (Resident) published on 12 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly staff, immaculate facilities. Everything was clean, orderly, and well-appointed.
Staff were very good at engaging with the residents and took a personal approach to each of them.
Lots of opportunities for residents to socialise.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeThank you for your review, and we are glad to hear that we are upholding our values mainly Respectful - showing our consideration of others and being courteous and polite. We continue working on an inclusive activities program which helps to enhance the quality of residents' lives in our home. We will share this wonderful feedback with the team.
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Review from J K (Grandson of Resident) published on 11 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely fantastic care. My grandad has severe dementia and so needed to move to a care home. He was resistant to any change but the staff and facilities are so lovely that he now sees it as home. They have activities for his mind and body and despite how his disease affects his mood - he's more happy
than not. I'm so glad to know there's someone to take care of him 24/7 and also keep him company. The facility is also hi-tech secure so when his dementia wills him to go for a wander - they notice immediately and calm him down.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeThank you so much for your lovely feedback regarding the care we are providing for your grandad. We are very happy to hear that your grandad has settled in well, and that the activities we offer are having a positive effect on his physical and mental health and wellbeing. We are very proud of our beautiful home and "hi-tech" gadgets, but having kind and caring staff is of the utmost importance, and so it is great to hear that you have seen this first hand. Thank you once again and we hope to see you again soon.
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Review from C W (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since moving mum to the home in mid-2023 the whole staff have gone out of their way to support and encourage her to become part of the community.
I am extremely happy with the whole team in the home who are welcoming and supportive at all times.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeMany thanks for your valued feedback. Almost a year into her stay we are so grateful for your continued support. It has been a pleasure welcoming your mother into the home and we hope we experience even more positive things for both of you this year.
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Review from Kathryn W (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 April 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Having looked at a number of homes in a county guide and following a guided tour of this home, with the wide range of facilities on offer, we as a family, in consultation with our father, decided this would be the best place for his future needs.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeWe thank you for your diligence in selecting us. The home and the team will do our utmost best to make your father's stay with us as memorable as possible.
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Review from Rebecca M (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 3 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would highly recommend Valerian Court. They have always been extremely kind and caring with my grandad. When we visit the staff are very friendly and it's obvious they care about the residents a great deal and work hard to care for them. The place always looks nice and clean when we vist. Since moving
in my 91-year-old grandad has managed to put on some weight and maintain his mobility which is a testament to their care of him.
Reply from Lorraine Bumpass, Administrator at Valerian Court Care HomeThank you for your great review, we are always very grateful when our relatives take the time to leave feedback. Our staff continue to work hard to deliver outstanding care. It is wonderful to hear that your grandad is thriving in our home.
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Review from T F (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 13 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
It has a new modern feel to the place. Nice and clean, lots of staff. Very good.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeThank you for your positive feedback. We are proud of our new modern building and we will endeavour to keep it looking nice and clean. The team will keep working on improving standards in the home.
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Review from Susan H (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mum has been in Valerian Court for 6 months and has found the staff kind and caring.
Her room is a good size, she enjoys the entertainment but would like a few more residents to chat to. She finds the food quality mixed. Overall I am very pleased with the home.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeThank you very much for your generous feedback. We will look into our food service and review so as to improve Mum's experience of our dining services. We will also focus on appropriate activities to allow Mum to interact with more residents.
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Review from D C (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 28 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From assessment in the hospital by one lady to admission on the 9th of January to her subsequent death on the 28th of January, my mother-in-law was treated with dignity and respect. She was well cared for and comfortable. Staff, from the receptionists, to carers and nurses showed us all kindness. We
could also see and hear the interactions with other service users and these were all kind and respectful. We were so grateful that my mother-in-law was able to spend her last weeks at Valerian Court.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeWe are so grateful for your heartfelt feedback, as it encourages us to continue working harder at providing a dignified meaningful service to our residents and families. We will be so delighted to share this wonderful review with the team. Thank you, and our sincerest condolences to you all.
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Review from A S (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
From my own personal experience, I would not want anyone I cared about going to this home if they needed anything other than simple day-to-day care. The facilities are wonderful, and many of the care staff were very supportive and caring.
Too upsetting to go into any details but my mum's last days
were distressing and I felt the home did not give my mother dignity.
Wonderful place if your relation is well.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeThank you for taking the time to submit a review for us and allowing us the privilege to care for your mum. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this most difficult time. Please be reassured that your mum was supported with the highest levels of care and dignity by our kind and dedicated team.
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Review from Steve N (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 1 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father-in-law was transferred from hospital to Valerian Court Care Home Didcot for respite care. The staff at Valerian Court made the whole process very smooth and reassuring for my father-in-law, as well as helping myself in organising everything. Valerian Court moved quickly once we had made the
decision to place him with them, efficiently contacting the hospital to get all the information they needed. They were also able to manage the transfer. It all went seamlessly, which was a weight off the family's shoulders. Once at the home, my father-in-law settled in easily and the staff got to know him very quickly. He has been provided with excellent care and support. All the staff are very friendly and keen to help where they can. I was initially concerned the location would be potentially noisy, but this has proved completely unfounded, the building environment is very clean, airy and peaceful. My father-in-law is in good hands, there is nothing of significance I would want to change.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeHi Steve thank you so much for your supportive and encouraging feedback. We hope we make your father-in-law's stay a positive and pleasant experience.
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Review from M B (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad was discharged from hospital to Valerian Court in August 2023. The staff are very friendly and professional. Not only did they make my father very welcome as a resident, they welcomed us as visitors too. The design and furnishings make a very homely atmosphere. The carers, nurses and management
are very accessible and are always there to help. It is clear that they are well-trained, experienced and knowledgeable. This is reassuring as we are confident that Dad is being looked after very well, and with dignity. Dad’s needs have been changing since he first moved in. We have been pleased that the staff quickly recognised this and have been adapting their care to suit him. They went above and beyond when they provided a lovely afternoon tea for Dad’s birthday. There are always activities going on and it is delightful to see these. I have only given 4 stars for Facilities because there is not a ground floor garden. However, the superb activities programme does compensate for this enormously.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeThank you for your encouraging feedback. We learn and adapt to each resident's individual experiences and we are so grateful when it yields positive success. We are especially grateful when you give us feedback so we can continue improving our services.
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Review from Claire S (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What a fantastic care home. The staff are all fabulous, and the facilities are absolutely amazing. They are continually arranging events and activities for the residents; it’s a fantastic place. Would highly recommend it
Reply from Jo Needs, Regional Director at Valerian Court Care HomeThank you so much for such a wonderful review; we are so proud of the home and the team that works there. We are thrilled to hear that they continually arrange events for residents to enjoy and have a fulfilling life. Thanks again.
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Review from Stephanie W (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 31 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very pleased. I visit almost every day and it is not a problem. Staff are very kind and caring, nothing is too much trouble. Beautiful building with ample facilities. My father in law is happy here and seems to have settled in well.
Reply from Louise Springett, Administrator at Valerian Court Care HomeThank you for your review. We are delighted that your father-in-law has settled well into Valerian Court and we pride ourselves in offering the very best care and facilities. Your kind comments about our dedicated team will be shared with them.
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Review from Teresa G (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Valerian Court is an amazing place, I am so pleased we found this home for Mum.
From the very warm welcome when Mum moved in, to explaining every detail and all the activities and routines.
Mum settled very quickly, enjoying the lovely food and interacting with other residents. The staff are caring
and supportive. Mum has taken part in some activities and is comfortable with all aspects of the care.
The administration side is extremely efficient making every step easy for us to manage.
Reply from Kelly Walker, Regional Director at Valerian Court Care HomeThank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so pleased to hear how well your Mum has settled into Valerian Court.
The team works incredibly hard to ensure people receive the best care in the best environment.
We really appreciate your feedback.
I hope Mum continues to enjoy the services Valerian offers.
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Review from Tony P (Son of Resident) published on 22 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum has only been in Valerian Court for about three weeks but we are all so very happy with the fabulous environment she has moved into, the whole building and grounds are being maintained and cleaned to such a very high standard.
We are so happy how well my Mum is being cared for, all of the
staff (admin staff, nurses, carers, cleaners and maintenance staff) are so friendly, helpful and very caring.
We are so very happy and lucky that Mum is being cared for in Valerian Court and most importantly Mum is very happy.
Reply from Kelly Walker, Regional Director at Valerian Court Care HomeThank you very much for your review, we will ensure the staff receive your kind words. We are delighted to hear that your Mum has settled in and we hope Mum continues to be very happy at Valerian and enjoys all the facilities the home offers.
Again we really appreciate your review.
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Review from Sean T (Son of Resident) published on 3 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Mum has been at the care home for just under two weeks. She was initially in for four weeks for respite, after being in the hospital for just under three weeks. After a few days in the home, my Mum decided she would like to make the home her final place, this is due to the wonderful staff and management
being so kind and helpful. The home environment is like a home-from-home feeling. My Mum is getting to interact with other residents and is so happy, she loves the food! Nothing is too much trouble for the staff, they help my Mum when needed. She gets to take part in the activities they put on. I, as her son, cannot recommend this home highly enough.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeMany thanks for your wonderful feedback, we are delighted that your mother has decided to become a permanent resident with us here. And we thank you for your support.
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Review from Clare H (Stepdaughter of Resident) published on 12 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Valerian Court Care Home is a fantastic, caring environment with a dedicated staff that have the needs of their residents front and centre at all times.
The accommodation is excellent and of a very high standard, the home has exceeded our expectations in all areas.
We cannot thank the staff enough
for making my stepmother feel very welcome and ensuring her transfer from hospital to the home was seamless, caring and extremely supportive.
The manager and her dedicated staff are to be highly commended for their dedication in ensuring the health and overall well-being, alongside the stimulating environment they create for all their residents. Also, their excellent communication with relatives.
Thank you.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeWe are very grateful for your feedback and encouraging words. We continue to aim to be a home of best practices and outstanding service. Many thanks.
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Review from Edwina S (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 27 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What a wonderful, homely care home, the staff were approachable, caring and compassionate. My mother-in-law was cared for to a high standard, included in all the activities the care home provided. Friendly and homely is how I would describe being here, one big family.
Reply from Sonia Kasese, Manager at Valerian Court Care HomeThank you for your feedback and we are glad that our values become the foundation of our best practice services.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.749)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.749) out of 10 for Valerian Court Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 51 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 50 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.749 for Valerian Court Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (481 Excellents x 5) + (83 Goods x 4) + (16 Satisfactorys x 3) + (7 Poors x 2) + (3 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 590 Ratings = 4.749
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Valerian Court Care Home is based on 50 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 70 registered maximum number of service users is 14, which has been reached with 50 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Bed Vacancies

5 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 15 Dec 2025

Offering residential, nursing and dementia care we welcome enquiries to our beautiful, purpose built luxury care home.

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Andrei

Andrei Joanta

Job Title: Registered Manager Joined: 2024

Andrei is a registered nurse with experience in hospitals and nursing homes. He has been managing care homes for the last 4 years and is excited to have joined Valerian Court Care Home. His philosophy is that care is not a job but a mission where we all come together to support our loved ones. He believes we continuously learn every day with one goal in mind: to create a home away from home for our residents.


He is honoured that, together with his team they can be part of this beautiful extended family.

Kathy

Kathy Francis

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2023

Kathy is our Deputy Manager here at Valerian Court and has been a Registered Nurse within the NHS for more than 11 years. She initially specialised in renal care before becoming Ward Sister and later Matron of Acute General Medicine wards. Prior to qualifying as a nurse Kathy worked in a care home and enjoys delivering person-centred care once more. Kathy has a wealth of knowledge and experience in nursing and leadership and is excited to be part of the team at Valerian Court.

Harish

Harish Kaniyanthara Raghavan

Job Title: Head Chef Joined: 2025

Harish joined the team in June 2025 as Head Chef. His passion for gastronomy comes from his mother and you can feel the love in every dish he is cooking. The last 8 years of his career, Harish worked as head chef in care homes delivering a person-centred menu that catered for all tastes.

Vicky

Vicky Munday

Job Title: Activities Lead Joined: 2025

Vicky has joined as our new Activities Lead. She has 4 years experience of leading activities in other care homes and is looking forward to implementing a busy diary of events, including music therapy, crafting, baking and days out.

Carol

Carol Montague

Job Title: Business Administrator Joined: 2024

Carol is Valerian Court's business administrator.


She has 8 years experience of working as an administrator in care homes and has a wealth of knowledge to support our residents and relatives with their enquiries.

Anna

Anna Sharp

Job Title: Registered Nurse Joined: 2023

Anna is an experienced Nurse who has a background in critical care, having worked in Intensive Care for 12 years.


She became part of the team here at Valerian Court to continue her passion for nursing and commitment to ensuring all residents receive the best care.

Doris

Doris Amponsah

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Doris is a competent and dedicated registered general nurse with a commitment to providing patient-centred quality health care directly and indirectly whilst developing her nursing knowledge to meet the ever-changing needs of nursing care. “Not only does Valerian Court have a serene environment for its residents but also the lovely people here make you want to stay.

Rachel

Rachel Manu

Job Title: Registered Nurse Joined: 2023

Rachel joined Valerian Court Care Home after qualifying as a Registered Nurse in Ghana. Rachel is committed to making residents comfortable during their care.


Rachel has recently gained her NMC pin and is now a Registered Nurse. She is passionate, a good team player and always goes above and beyond.

Daisy

Daisy Mafuka

Job Title: Team Leader

Daisy is committed to her work and strives to provide the best care possible. She has a genuine passion for making a difference in people’s lives, which drives her to deliver exceptional care.

Ellen

Ellen Owusu

Job Title: Team Leader

Ellen is a registered nurse/midwife in Ghana with five years experience. She is very supportive and compassionate. Ellen’s top priority is seeing the residents well, happy and comfortable with the care she delivers to them. Ellen will continue to gain experience alongside her formal training and examination to gain her UK registration.

Judy

Judy Mens-Harrison

Job Title: Team Leader

Judy has a passion and commitment for caring for individuals and is always ready to go out of her way to make others happy and feel better.

Comfort

Comfort Konamah

Job Title: Team Leader

Comfort is a registered general and critical care nurse from Ghana with 16 years experience of working in healthcare.


She has recently been promoted to Team Leader and we look forward to working together as she continues to develop her healthcare career in the UK.

Vicencia

Vicencia Entsey

Job Title: Team Leader

Vicencia is a compassionate and supportive worker, specialising in caring for those with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.


She has recently been promoted to the role of Team Leader.

Oleksandra

Oleksandra Yablonska

Job Title: Second Chef Joined: 2023

Oleksandra is originally from Skadovsk, Ukraine and has extensive experience working as a chef before joining our team in November 2023 as our second chef.

Jurgita

Jurgita Tauciute-Staugiene

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant

Jurgita has previous experience of working in kitchens and has previously worked at restaurants in Oxford. She shows great attention to detail and is an excellent addition to our kitchen team.

Kenneth

Kenneth Ranasinghe

Job Title: Care Assistant

Kenneth is passionate about providing around-the-clock care for our residents, ensuring everybody is happy and comfortable at all times.

Betty

Betty Falodun

Job Title: Care Assistant

Betty is a committed care assistant known for her compassionate approach and unwavering support for vulnerable individuals.

Kamudu

Kamudu Ranasinghe

Job Title: Care Assistant

Kamudu (Kams) is a Care Assistant at Valerian Court and brings over 5 years of experience in the field of care homes, domiciliary and home care.


As a Buddhist, his philosophy is to give and support with care to any living being. Kams passion is to serve residents with a Warm Heart, Respect, Dignity, and Quality preserve these as my values and create a positive and safe environment for everyone under my care.


Kam enjoys learning and developing care standards and skills and keeping himself self-upgraded in providing quality care for residents.

Jane

Jane Owulezi

Job Title: Care Assistant

Jane is a positive and hardworking member of our team who loves to help and care for all in need.

Syama

Syama Sasidharan

Job Title: Care Assistant

Syama has joined our team here at Valerian Court as a Care Assistant and is happy to be learning and gaining experience every day. Syama looks forward to greeting the residents and supporting and assisting them throughout the day.

Fatoumata

Fatoumata Badjie

Job Title: Care Assistant

Fatoumata is passionate about providing the best care for our residents, ensuring everybody is always happy and comfortable.

Sibusiso

Sibusiso Rusere

Job Title: Care Assistant

Sibu has embraced her role and the opportunity it provides to gain new skills as well as improve her knowledge within the care sector. Sibu loves the satisfaction that comes with being able to help residents and make a positive difference in their daily lives.

Ernestina

Ernestina Acheampong

Job Title: Care Assistant

Ernestina has many months of experience working in care and has developed a compassionate approach. Ernestina works hard to get to know residents so that she can help them meet their needs.

Udeme

Udeme Okon

Job Title: Care Assistant

Having worked as a volunteer staff in hospitals back in Nigeria after Udeme left her job as a confidential secretary in an oil and gas company. Udeme joined Valerian Court as a Care Assistant and is willing to learn in order to gain experience daily. Udeme looks forward to supporting and assisting the residents each day. Putting in her best to make sure the residents are safe and happy as well.

Sruthi

Sruthi Rajalakshmi

Job Title: Care Assistant Joined: 2025

Sruthi joined Valerian Court as a Care Assistant and is happy to be learning and gaining experience every day and looks forward to giving support and the best service to our residents.

Vincent

Vincent Oringamje

Job Title: Care Assistant

Vincent joined the Valerian Court Care Home team in August 2024. He has previous experience working in domiciliary care but enjoys working in the care home environment. Vincent has a big smile and is dedicated to providing the highest quality of life to all of our residents.

Vera

Vera Musanda

Job Title: Care Assistant

Vera has previous experience in domiciliary care, live-in care and dementia care and has recently relocated to Didcot. She is dedicated to providing the utmost care to our residents and supporting them whilst they continue to do what they love most.

Peace

Peace Uwaegbu

Job Title: Care Assistant

Peace is kind, compassionate and willing to assist all residents with any needs. She is an integral part of our team, providing exceptional care around the clock.

Yedu

Yedu Sasikumar

Job Title: Care Assistant

Yedu has previous experience working in care homes and is committed to providing the highest quality of care to our residents.

Katia

Katia Yeremieieva

Job Title: Care Assistant

Katia has a passion and commitment for caring for individuals and strives to ensure our residents enjoy the best quality of life possible around the clock.

Kelly

Kelly Taylor

Job Title: Head Housekeeper Joined: 2025

Kelly joined the team in June 2025, bringing with her a massive experience in cleaning. Kelly is very passionate about excellence in cleaning and she’s looking forward to leading a team that provides an immaculate environment for our residents.

Linda

Linda Connolly

Job Title: Housekeeping Assistant

Linda has previous experience of working in care homes and has worked as both a carer and a housekeeper. She has previously looked after people with learning disabilities and dementia and strives to ensure Valerian Court is an immaculate environment for all of our residents

Freya

Freya Selwood

Job Title: Receptionist

Freya takes pride in being the first to greet everybody who comes through our doors with a smiling face. Being surrounded by all of our lovely staff and residents makes her day.

Eliza

Eliza Jacobs

Job Title: Receptionist Joined: 2022

Eliza has 20 years of experience working in various roles within the NHS and most recently as a GP receptionist. She is a kind and caring person who enjoys talking and listening to the older generations’ life stories and is looking forward to bringing a smile to the residents’ next chapter in life.

Kelly

Kelly Roberts

Job Title: Hairdresser Joined: 2022

Kelly is a fully qualified hairdresser having worked in the hair industry for over 15 years. She loves her job and the uplift it provides whether it be a trim, blow dry or something new.


Kelly cannot wait to meet all the residents and provide a pampering service.

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