Care homes for young adults in Breckland

Updated

Breckland has 34 care homes for young adults registered with the Care Quality Commission, 11 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 4 Outstanding, 20 Good, 6 Requires improvement and 1 Inadequate. 3 homes are not rated yet. Norfolk council paid on average £1,129 a week for a residential care place and £1,199 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in Breckland (52)

Breckland at a glance

34on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding4
  • Good20
  • Requires improvement6
  • Inadequate1
  • Not yet rated3
  • 77% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score7.5 / 10
  • Types of care82% offer elderly care
How this list is ordered

This list includes every home in Breckland on the CQC register, whatever its rating. The highest scores come first and homes not yet inspected come last.

Paying never changes a home's rating, score or place. Top places are only offered to homes rated Good or Outstanding and are always labelled.

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34 care homes for young adults in Breckland

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Oak Trees (Respite)

Run by Empanda Care & Support Ltd CIC

26 Norfolk Drive, Attleborough, NR17 1QW
OutstandingCQC · Jan 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 4 residents in Attleborough, run by Empanda Care & Support Ltd CIC. Supports older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.

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Ford Place Nursing Home

Run by Stow Healthcare Group Limited

Ford Street, Thetford, IP24 2EP
OutstandingCQC · Feb 2018

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 55 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Ford Place Nursing Home provides residential, nursing and dementia care for older people and younger adults, including people living with dementia. Each resident can choose from three suite levels, with generous accommodation, furnishings, a private telephone line and access to communal facilities.

Daily life combines organised music and arts activities with quieter time and individual support.

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Meadow House Nursing Home

Run by Healthcare Homes Group Limited

Norwich Road, Swaffham, PE37 8DD
OutstandingCQC · Apr 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 38 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities
  • Younger adults

Residential, nursing and respite care are available at Meadow House Nursing Home for older people, younger adults and people with physical disabilities. The home also supports residents living with dementia, with care registered for a range of needs.

Daily life includes activities for residents who want to take part, alongside nursing and residential support in a care-home setting.

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The Beeches

Run by Black Swan International Limited

West Harling Road, East Harling, Norwich, NR16 2NP
OutstandingCQC · Apr 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 46 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 46 residents in Norwich, run by Black Swan International Limited. Supports dementia, older people and younger adults.

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8 Acres

Run by Westward Care Homes Limited

Long Street, Great Ellingham, Attleborough, NR17 1AW
GoodCQC · Aug 2025
  • Residential
  • 18 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health

Supporting adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs, 8 Acres helps residents build skills, grow in confidence and gain greater independence through person-centred residential care. Its support is shaped around an agreed package of care and the individual’s goals.

The service is part of National Care Group, whose wider model includes supported living, residential care, progression planning and more managed environments when needs…

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Holmwood House Care Centre

Run by Holmwood House Care Limited

40 White Cross Road, Swaffham, PE37 7QY
GoodCQC · Aug 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 62 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Care home with nursing for 62 residents in Swaffham, run by Holmwood House Care Limited. Supports dementia, older people, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Lancaster House

Run by Four Crest Care (Watton) Limited

2 Portal Avenue, Watton, Thetford, IP25 6HP
GoodCQC · Jul 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 31 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Residential care home for 31 residents in Thetford, run by Four Crest Care (Watton) Limited. Supports dementia, older people, mental health and younger adults.

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Lincoln House Care Home

Run by Lincoln House Care Home Ltd

Woodgate Lane, Swanton Morley, Dereham, NR20 4LT
GoodCQC · Jun 2022

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 60 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Lincoln House Care Home combines residential, nursing, dementia and respite care in a modern single-storey home near Dereham. It supports older people and adults with physical disabilities, sensory impairment or mental health needs.

The home sits beside a retirement living community, with a GP practice and pharmacy adjacent. Residents have access to activities, accessible en-suite rooms and nutritious meals, while care plans respond as needs…

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Maple Tree Care Limited

Run by Maple Tree Care Limited

3 Epsom Gardens, Dereham, NR19 1TY
GoodCQC · Jan 2024
  • Residential
  • 4 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities
  • Sensory impairment

Residential care home for 4 residents in Dereham, run by Maple Tree Care Limited. Supports learning disabilities, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Maple Tree Care Ltd

Run by Maple Tree Care Limited

2 Epsom Gardens, Dereham, NR19 1TY
GoodCQC · Jan 2024
  • Residential
  • 5 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities
  • Sensory impairment

Residential care home for 5 residents in Dereham, run by Maple Tree Care Limited. Supports learning disabilities, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and younger adults.

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Mill House & Cottages

Run by Prime Life Limited

Great Ryburgh, Fakenham, NR21 0ED
GoodCQC · Apr 2021

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 44 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Mill House & Cottages supports older people and adults living with dementia or mental health needs in a residential care setting. PrimeLife also provides residential nursing care across its wider group of homes.

Residents can receive round-the-clock assistance for longer stays, short breaks or convalescence. PrimeLife provides information about funding and NHS Continuing Healthcare, while its care approach is tailored to individual needs and…

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Redgate House Residential Home

Run by Randale Care Limited

Green Lane, Thetford, IP24 2EZ
GoodCQC · Sept 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 20 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

A purpose-designed 20-bedroom dementia care home in Thetford, Redgate House Residential Home supports people living with dementia and common age-related impairments. Its environment is intended to support confidence, freedom and independence while providing a secure setting for companionship.

Residents can use communal spaces, gardens and activities, while the home also welcomes elderly people from the local community for day or part-day visits.

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Sanford House Nursing Home

Run by Sanford House Limited

Danesfort Drive, Swanton Road, East Dereham, NR19 2SD
GoodCQC · Oct 2019

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 40 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Sanford House Nursing Home provides residential, nursing and dementia care in a setting arranged around a beautiful courtyard garden. The home supports older people and younger adults with dementia-related needs, with care delivered through Caring Homes’ person-centred approach.

Residents can take part in exercise, reminiscence and music activities, with gardening, baking and outings also available.

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Shipdham Manor

Run by Healthcare Homes Group Limited

Chapel Street, Shipdham, IP25 7LB
GoodCQC · Aug 2026
  • Residential
  • 42 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Shipdham Manor provides residential and respite care for older people in a care home setting. The home is registered for residential care without nursing and its recognised care scope includes dementia, older people and younger adults. Its wider group also provides nursing, dementia and respite services across the South and East of England.

The home is presented as a residential setting in the Norfolk countryside, with care intended for people…

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St Elmos

Run by Number Seven Healthcare Ltd

7 Edenside Drive, Attleborough, NR17 2EL
GoodCQC · Aug 2026
  • Residential
  • 8 beds
  • Learning disabilities
  • Mental health
  • Younger adults

Residential care home for 8 residents in Attleborough, run by Number Seven Healthcare Ltd. Supports learning disabilities, mental health and younger adults.

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Thorp House

Run by Althea HealthCare Limited

Church Road, Griston, Thetford, IP25 6QA
GoodCQC · Feb 2023
  • Nursing
  • 41 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Thorp House provides nursing, residential and dementia care in the village of Griston near Watton. The home supports residents in a peaceful setting with decorated bedrooms, living areas and a country garden, while staff are on duty around the clock.

Care programmes are shaped around residents’ histories, interests and preferences, with activities, trips out and visiting entertainers forming part of daily life.

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Westfield House

Run by Black Swan International Limited

12 Westfield Road, Toftwood, Dereham, NR19 1JB
GoodCQC · Jan 2026
  • Residential
  • 12 beds
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities
  • Younger adults

Westfield House provides residential care in Dereham for older people, younger adults and people with learning disabilities. The home is registered as a care home without nursing and supports residents around daily life, personal choice and continuing interests.

Meals are freshly cooked and can accommodate special dietary needs. Residents may eat in the dining room or privately in their rooms, while activities are shaped around individual…

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Woodstock Care Home Limited

Run by Woodstock Care Home Limited

The Green, Gressenhall, Dereham, NR20 4DT
GoodCQC · Apr 2026
  • Residential
  • 28 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Sensory impairment

Woodstock Care Home Limited supports older people, younger adults and people living with dementia or sensory impairment in Dereham. The home’s care provision includes residential care, while its wider service offer also covers day care and respite care for families arranging regular or temporary support.

Woodstock belongs to Advinia Health Care, whose care homes provide residential, dementia, nursing and respite services across the UK.

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Oak Manor Nursing Home

Run by Aria Healthcare Group LTD

Oak Manor, Dereham Road, Scarning, Dereham, NR19 2PG
GoodCQC · May 2022
  • Well-led Requires improvement

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 61 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

Oak Manor Nursing Home offers residential, nursing and dementia care for older people in a purpose-built setting. Respite and end-of-life care are also available, with nursing dementia support for changing or more complex needs.

Residents can use the cinema room, conservatory and garden, with garden-view rooms, a hair salon and couple’s suites among the listed facilities.

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What to look for in care homes for young adults

  1. Age-appropriate activities

    Age-appropriate activities, privacy and social opportunities.

  2. Support for education

    Support for education, work, relationships and community life.

  3. A plan for keeping choice

    A plan for keeping choice, skills and independence.

Questions families ask

What should care homes for young adults offer?

Younger adults may want age-appropriate routines, relationships, work, education and community access alongside personal or nursing care. Ask how the service avoids an institutional or older-person-only model.

How many care homes for young adults are there in Breckland?

34 care homes for young adults in Breckland are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which care homes for young adults in Breckland are rated Outstanding?

Oak Trees (Respite), Ford Place Nursing Home, Meadow House Nursing Home and The Beeches.

How much does a care home cost in Breckland?

Norfolk council paid on average £1,129 a week for residential care and £1,199 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £1,397 and £1,338. Across England the averages were £982 and £1,102 for people aged 65 and over. People who pay for their own care are often charged more, so ask each home for its weekly fee.

How are these care homes ordered?

Ordered by the MyCareCheck score: the average of the five CQC key-question ratings (safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led) on a 0 to 10 scale, where Outstanding is 10, Good 8, Requires improvement 5 and Inadequate 2. Homes the CQC has not rated yet come last. No home is left out because of its rating.

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