Outstanding care homes in England

Up to 28 older residents can live at Arcot House Residential Home in Sidmouth, following a full refurbishment and ground-floor extension. The home includes lounges, a library and a pamper room, giving residents several shared areas alongside their accommodation.

Activities are arranged for groups or individuals according to residents’ wishes. The programme includes seaside, garden and theatre trips, coffee mornings, topical discussions and…

Ariya House supports people with acquired brain injury and physical or cognitive needs through transitional rehabilitation. Its core house includes nine transitional apartments, two pre-independence bungalows and two long-term apartments, creating a supported route towards greater independence.

Rehabilitation is integrated into functional daily living in a non-clinical setting.

Clifton Court provides transitional and residential rehabilitation for people with acquired brain injury in Rotherham. The seven-person service supports individuals with physical and cognitive needs, with placements designed around rehabilitation goals, independence and confidence.

Each resident has an individual apartment with an accessible kitchen and en-suite facilities.

Collegiate House is listed as a university and residential care home, with registration covering younger adults, learning disabilities and mental health needs. The evidence also identifies its connection with Sheffield Hallam University and the Collegiate Campus, which provides a study setting with undergraduate, postgraduate, online and degree apprenticeship routes.

The campus offers academic departments, research centres, student support and…

Godswell Park provides residential nursing and care for people aged over 65, including those with differing nursing needs. Admission begins with an assessment by a senior nurse, usually at home, in hospital or another establishment, so required equipment can be arranged before arrival and an individual care plan can be prepared.

The home offers long-term care, convalescence and respite stays, with full personal and nursing care included in its…

Hall Park Care Home offers 24-hour residential, dementia and respite support for older people. Its setting combines care with activities, outings and social events, while easy navigation and indoor and outdoor spaces support independence and everyday participation.

Residents can take part in quizzes, carpet bowls and crafts, as well as mindfulness sessions and trips into the community.

Hepworth House provides residential and residential dementia care for older people in Wakefield. The home supports day-to-day needs while encouraging residents to remain involved in activities, family life and shared routines. Its purpose-built setting is also arranged for people living with dementia.

Activities include cinema experiences, celebrations, music and family events.

Landermeads Care Home supports older adults, with a particular specialism in dementia, and also provides nursing support for younger adults with physical or learning disabilities. Its family-led community model treats residents as family members rather than defining them by diagnosis.

The service describes emotionally led support based on relationships, inclusion and validation.

Adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs, including people with a forensic history, receive residential support at Mansard House in Preston. Its support follows the Mental Health Recovery model, encouraging rehabilitation, independence and involvement in local community activities.

The house has seven en-suite rooms over two floors, plus a self-contained flat with three en-suite bedrooms where residents can practise independent…

Maplehurst Nursing Home provides 24-hour registered nurse cover for older people with nursing needs, including dementia, and also considers respite placements. Its smaller, family-run setting focuses on knowing each resident’s life, personality and changing care requirements.

Care plans cover nursing, dietary and personal needs, with support adapted as health changes.

Mary & Joseph House provides a safe, caring and stable residential environment for gentlemen looking to recover from alcohol dependency and mental health difficulties. The registered care and rehabilitation home supports residents through individual care planning based on their needs and wishes.

Plans are reviewed within the first four weeks, monthly thereafter and again at the end of a six-week trial period, helping the team monitor changing…

SENSE supports disabled people with complex needs through residential care, day services and accessible activities. Its work spans children, young people and adults, helping people communicate, learn skills, build friendships and take part in everyday life.

Arts, sports and wellbeing sessions offer opportunities to stay active and creative, while adult services include residential care and day support.

Shinfield View supports residents with residential and dementia care, alongside respite and palliative support. Help can cover dressing, washing and mobility, with care tailored to personal preferences, routines and changing needs.

The home operates with one all-inclusive weekly fee. Included features include a bar, salon and private screening room, while residents can also join art classes and activities.

The Byars Nursing Home supports older people who require nursing or personal care, including people living with dementia. It is a small, family-owned and managed independent home where the owners remain involved in daily life and concentrate their work at this single service.

Accommodation includes 30 single ground-floor bedrooms, each with an en-suite wet room and access to a secure private garden area.

The Close Care Home offers residential, nursing, dementia and respite care for older people and younger adults with varied care needs. Nursing support is available within a home that also caters for people with learning disabilities and physical disabilities, giving families a setting for both everyday care and more complex support.

The home is in Burcot near Abingdon, where residents can use the grounds and riverside setting as part of daily…