Meadowside Care Home
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Residential homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds68
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Dementia, Mental health conditions
- Last inspected2022-01-07
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth55
- Compassion & dignity50
- Cleanliness55
- Activities & engagement50
- Food quality50
- Healthcare55
- Management & leadership70
- Resident happiness50
What inspectors found
Inspected 2022-01-07
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the November 2021 inspection. This domain typically covers care planning, health monitoring, GP access, medication management, and staff training. The home lists dementia as a specialism, which implies some structured approach to dementia-specific care. The published summary does not describe care plan content, training records, or food and nutrition provision in specific detail. A Good rating here is positive but the absence of published narrative means it is not possible to verify what was actually observed.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was not rated at the November 2021 inspection. This means there are no published inspector observations about how staff interact with the people who live here, whether residents are treated with dignity and respect, or how privacy is maintained. This is an unusual gap in the published record and is the single most important limitation of this report for families. The absence of a rating does not indicate a problem, but it does mean this report cannot tell you what inspectors actually saw when they watched staff and residents together.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was not rated at the November 2021 inspection. This means there are no published findings about activities, individual engagement, how the home responds to complaints, or how end-of-life care is planned. For a home with 68 beds and a dementia specialism, the absence of this rating leaves a significant gap in what families can know from official inspection findings alone. The home's physical environment, daily routine, and activity provision are not described anywhere in the available published text.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the November 2021 inspection. The home has a named registered manager, Miss Leanne Graham, and a nominated individual, Mrs Julie Riley, both recorded in the inspection record. A Good Well-led rating typically indicates that inspectors found a stable management structure, some form of governance and quality monitoring, and a culture in which staff feel supported. The published summary does not describe specific examples of how the manager is visible to residents and staff, how incidents are reviewed, or how feedback from families is used to improve care.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home cares for adults over 65, with particular experience supporting those with dementia and mental health conditions. Their day centre offers respite for family carers who need structured support. While dementia care is one of their specialisms, specific approaches and support methods would be worth discussing directly with the team. Each person's needs are different, and understanding their care philosophy will help you decide if it's the right fit. 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
Meadowside Care Home scored 72 out of 100 on the Family Score. The inspection confirmed a Good overall rating with solid management, but two domains (Caring and Responsive) were not rated, which means key areas affecting your parent's daily life remain unassessed in the published findings.
Homes in London typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Meadowside Care Home, on Holden Road in North Finchley, was rated Good overall at its inspection in November 2021, with Good ratings in Safe, Effective, and Well-led. The home is registered to provide care for up to 68 people, including those living with dementia and mental health conditions, and is run by Your Choice (Barnet) Limited under a named registered manager. The main uncertainty here is significant: the Caring and Responsive domains were not rated at this inspection, which means there are no published findings covering staff kindness, resident happiness, activities, or how the home responds to individuals' needs. These are the areas families consistently tell us matter most. Before visiting, prepare a list of specific questions about daily life, and use your visit to observe staff interactions, mealtime atmosphere, and whether the building feels genuinely suited to someone living with dementia.
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In Their Own Words
How Meadowside Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Professional care team supports families through life's changes
Residential home in London: True Peace of Mind
When caring at home becomes overwhelming, finding the right support matters. Meadowside Care Home in London provides residential care alongside day services that help families navigate difficult transitions. The team here understands the challenges of caring for someone with dementia or mental health conditions.
Who they care for
The home cares for adults over 65, with particular experience supporting those with dementia and mental health conditions. Their day centre offers respite for family carers who need structured support.
While dementia care is one of their specialisms, specific approaches and support methods would be worth discussing directly with the team. Each person's needs are different, and understanding their care philosophy will help you decide if it's the right fit.
“Visiting Meadowside gives you the chance to see the team in action and ask the questions that matter most to your family.”
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
Meadowside Care Home scored 72 out of 100 on the Family Score. The inspection confirmed a Good overall rating with solid management, but two domains (Caring and Responsive) were not rated, which means key areas affecting your parent's daily life remain unassessed in the published findings.
Homes in London typically score 68–82.Worth a visit
Meadowside Care Home, on Holden Road in North Finchley, was rated Good overall at its inspection in November 2021, with Good ratings in Safe, Effective, and Well-led. The home is registered to provide care for up to 68 people, including those living with dementia and mental health conditions, and is run by Your Choice (Barnet) Limited under a named registered manager. The main uncertainty here is significant: the Caring and Responsive domains were not rated at this inspection, which means there are no published findings covering staff kindness, resident happiness, activities, or how the home responds to individuals' needs. These are the areas families consistently tell us matter most. Before visiting, prepare a list of specific questions about daily life, and use your visit to observe staff interactions, mealtime atmosphere, and whether the building feels genuinely suited to someone living with dementia.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how Meadowside Care Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How Meadowside Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Professional care team supports families through life's changes
Residential home in London: True Peace of Mind
When caring at home becomes overwhelming, finding the right support matters. Meadowside Care Home in London provides residential care alongside day services that help families navigate difficult transitions. The team here understands the challenges of caring for someone with dementia or mental health conditions.
Who they care for
The home cares for adults over 65, with particular experience supporting those with dementia and mental health conditions. Their day centre offers respite for family carers who need structured support.
While dementia care is one of their specialisms, specific approaches and support methods would be worth discussing directly with the team. Each person's needs are different, and understanding their care philosophy will help you decide if it's the right fit.
Management & ethos
Staff here bring real dedication to their work. Families describe the team as professional and capable, committed to providing good care for residents.
The home & environment
The home maintains clean, well-kept living spaces throughout. Families visiting have noticed the attention to cleanliness and the effort put into creating a comfortable environment.
“Visiting Meadowside gives you the chance to see the team in action and ask the questions that matter most to your family.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
