Cadley Hill View Care Home
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes
Staff warmth score
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Good to know
- Registered beds66
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Dementia, Mental health conditions, Sensory impairment
- Last inspected2023-03-04
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Families describe finding staff who are warm and approachable, taking time to chat with both residents and visitors. The bright, airy interior helps create a positive atmosphere where people feel comfortable. Those who've experienced end-of-life care here speak of dignified, compassionate support when it mattered most.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth72
- Compassion & dignity72
- Cleanliness70
- Activities & engagement65
- Food quality65
- Healthcare68
- Management & leadership72
- Resident happiness70
What inspectors found
Inspected 2023-03-04
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The home was rated Good for effectiveness at the February 2023 inspection. No specific detail is published about care planning, dementia training, healthcare access, or food quality. The home holds a specialist registration for dementia care, mental health conditions, and sensory impairments, which requires staff to have relevant competencies, but the inspection text does not describe what those competencies look like in practice.Is this home caring?
The home was rated Good for caring at the February 2023 inspection. The published text does not include inspector observations of staff interactions, resident testimony about how they feel treated, or specific examples of dignity and respect in practice. The Good rating indicates inspectors were satisfied, but the basis for that satisfaction is not described in the available text.Is the home responsive?
The home was rated Good for responsiveness at the February 2023 inspection. The published text does not describe the activities programme, how individual preferences are accommodated, or how the home supports people with advanced dementia who cannot join group activities. End-of-life care planning and complaint handling are also not covered in the available text.Is the home well-led?
The home was rated Good for leadership at the February 2023 inspection. A named registered manager, David John Godrich, is recorded as being in post, and a nominated individual, Anna Gretchen Selby, is also named. The published text does not describe the manager's visibility, the culture among staff, how concerns are raised, or the governance processes in place. The July 2023 monitoring review found no evidence of deterioration.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home provides specialist support for people living with dementia, mental health conditions and sensory impairments. They focus on caring for adults over 65. The team understands how to support people through different stages of dementia, helping residents maintain their sense of self and dignity. Staff work to ensure people with dementia can continue enjoying meaningful activities and connections. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Cadley Hill View received a Good rating across all five inspection domains in February 2023, which is a positive foundation. However, the published inspection text contains very little specific detail, direct observations, or resident testimony, so scores reflect confirmed Good ratings rather than rich supporting evidence.
Homes in East Midlands typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe finding staff who are warm and approachable, taking time to chat with both residents and visitors. The bright, airy interior helps create a positive atmosphere where people feel comfortable. Those who've experienced end-of-life care here speak of dignified, compassionate support when it mattered most.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff are noted for offering residents real choices in their daily routines, from small decisions to bigger preferences about their care. Families appreciate being able to approach staff easily during visits, finding them responsive to questions and concerns.
How it sits against good practice
If you'd like to see how the gardens and bright spaces at Cadley Hill View might suit your loved one, the team would be pleased to show you around.
Worth a visit
Cadley Hill View, on Darklands Road in Swadlincote, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its inspection on 13 February 2023. A further review in July 2023 found no evidence to change that rating. The home is registered for 66 beds and specialises in care for older adults, people living with dementia, people with mental health conditions, and those with sensory impairments. A named registered manager is in post, which is an important baseline marker of stability. The main limitation of this report is that the published inspection text is very brief and contains almost no specific observations, direct quotes from residents or relatives, or detailed evidence of how care is actually delivered day to day. A Good rating is meaningful, but it tells you more about compliance than about warmth, atmosphere, or whether your parent will thrive here. Before making a decision, visit in person at a mealtime if possible, ask to see the staffing rota for the past week including nights, and speak to relatives of current residents if you can. The checklist below flags the many areas the inspection did not cover, all of which are worth asking the home about directly.
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In Their Own Words
How Cadley Hill View Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where garden views and gentle care help residents feel at ease
Residential home in Swadlincote: True Peace of Mind
For families searching for dementia care in Swadlincote, Cadley Hill View offers bright, welcoming spaces where residents can maintain their independence and interests. The home specialises in supporting people with dementia, mental health conditions and sensory impairments, with staff who understand how to help residents feel comfortable and respected. Located in the East Midlands, the home creates opportunities for residents to stay connected to activities they've always enjoyed.
Who they care for
The home provides specialist support for people living with dementia, mental health conditions and sensory impairments. They focus on caring for adults over 65.
The team understands how to support people through different stages of dementia, helping residents maintain their sense of self and dignity. Staff work to ensure people with dementia can continue enjoying meaningful activities and connections.
“If you'd like to see how the gardens and bright spaces at Cadley Hill View might suit your loved one, the team would be pleased to show you around.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
Cadley Hill View received a Good rating across all five inspection domains in February 2023, which is a positive foundation. However, the published inspection text contains very little specific detail, direct observations, or resident testimony, so scores reflect confirmed Good ratings rather than rich supporting evidence.
Homes in East Midlands typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe finding staff who are warm and approachable, taking time to chat with both residents and visitors. The bright, airy interior helps create a positive atmosphere where people feel comfortable. Those who've experienced end-of-life care here speak of dignified, compassionate support when it mattered most.
What inspectors have recorded
Staff are noted for offering residents real choices in their daily routines, from small decisions to bigger preferences about their care. Families appreciate being able to approach staff easily during visits, finding them responsive to questions and concerns.
How it sits against good practice
If you'd like to see how the gardens and bright spaces at Cadley Hill View might suit your loved one, the team would be pleased to show you around.
Worth a visit
Cadley Hill View, on Darklands Road in Swadlincote, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its inspection on 13 February 2023. A further review in July 2023 found no evidence to change that rating. The home is registered for 66 beds and specialises in care for older adults, people living with dementia, people with mental health conditions, and those with sensory impairments. A named registered manager is in post, which is an important baseline marker of stability. The main limitation of this report is that the published inspection text is very brief and contains almost no specific observations, direct quotes from residents or relatives, or detailed evidence of how care is actually delivered day to day. A Good rating is meaningful, but it tells you more about compliance than about warmth, atmosphere, or whether your parent will thrive here. Before making a decision, visit in person at a mealtime if possible, ask to see the staffing rota for the past week including nights, and speak to relatives of current residents if you can. The checklist below flags the many areas the inspection did not cover, all of which are worth asking the home about directly.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Cadley Hill View Care Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Cadley Hill View Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where garden views and gentle care help residents feel at ease
Residential home in Swadlincote: True Peace of Mind
For families searching for dementia care in Swadlincote, Cadley Hill View offers bright, welcoming spaces where residents can maintain their independence and interests. The home specialises in supporting people with dementia, mental health conditions and sensory impairments, with staff who understand how to help residents feel comfortable and respected. Located in the East Midlands, the home creates opportunities for residents to stay connected to activities they've always enjoyed.
Who they care for
The home provides specialist support for people living with dementia, mental health conditions and sensory impairments. They focus on caring for adults over 65.
The team understands how to support people through different stages of dementia, helping residents maintain their sense of self and dignity. Staff work to ensure people with dementia can continue enjoying meaningful activities and connections.
Management & ethos
Staff are noted for offering residents real choices in their daily routines, from small decisions to bigger preferences about their care. Families appreciate being able to approach staff easily during visits, finding them responsive to questions and concerns.
The home & environment
The garden has become particularly meaningful for residents who've always enjoyed being outdoors. Ground-floor rooms offer direct garden access, letting people with green fingers continue tending plants and enjoying fresh air. Families mention there's plenty for residents to do if they want to stay occupied throughout the day.
“If you'd like to see how the gardens and bright spaces at Cadley Hill View might suit your loved one, the team would be pleased to show you around.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
