Heatherwood Care Centre
Heatherwood Care Centre is a residential care home in Purley, Croydon (CR8 3EH). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Heatherwood Care Centre
We at Heatherwood Care Centre are proud to offer compassionate residential care in the welcoming community of Purley, within the London borough of Croydon. Our home provides a nurturing setting where residents receive personalised support tailored to their individual needs, whether they are older adults, younger adults, or those living with complex conditions. Nestled in the leafy CR postcode area of Purley, our centre benefits from the calm, residential character of this well connected corner of South London. The surroundings offer a peaceful atmosphere whilst remaining close to local amenities, transport links, and the wider Croydon community, making visits from family and friends straightforward and stress free. Our team supports a wonderfully diverse community of residents, and our specialisms reflect the breadth of experience we bring to every day. We provide dedicated dementia care, where familiar routines, gentle reassurance, and thoughtful communication help residents feel safe and understood. For those living with learning disabilities or autism, we focus on consistency, respect, and enabling each person to live as independently as possible whilst feeling genuinely at home. We also welcome residents with mental health needs, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments, adapting our approach so that every individual is fully included in the rhythm of daily life. Our experience supporting younger adults and people recovering from alcohol or drug related challenges means we understand that care is never one size fits all. Every resident is met as an individual, with a plan shaped around their history, preferences, and aspirations. In practice, this means families can expect open communication, careful attention to wellbeing, and a culture where dignity and kindness sit at the heart of everything we do. Whether a loved one needs longer term residential support or specialist care for a particular condition, our aim is to create a place that feels less like an institution and more like a home. Heatherwood Care Centre holds an overall Good rating from the Care Quality Commission, following its most recent inspection in March 2023. The home was rated Good across all five key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this independent assurance offers welcome peace of mind, reflecting consistent standards in safety, leadership, and the quality of relationships between staff and the people they support. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that choice. If you are exploring residential care, dementia care, or specialist support in Purley or the wider Croydon area, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and come and see for yourself the difference a caring community can make.
Care provided at Heatherwood Care Centre
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Substance misuse support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 25 March 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Heatherwood Care Centre
Where is Heatherwood Care Centre located?
Heatherwood Care Centre is a residential care home in Purley, Croydon, CR8 3EH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Heatherwood Care Centre provide?
Heatherwood Care Centre is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Heatherwood Care Centre's CQC rating?
Heatherwood Care Centre is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 25 March 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Heatherwood Care Centre provide dementia care?
Yes. Heatherwood Care Centre supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Heatherwood Care Centre offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Heatherwood Care Centre offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Heatherwood Care Centre
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Heatherwood Care Centre is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Heatherwood Care Centre is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Heatherwood Care Centre offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. Heatherwood Care Centre supports younger adults as well as older people.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the London
Heatherwood Care Centre has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the London, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,150 to £1,500 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,250 to £1,650 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the London, not a quote from Heatherwood Care Centre. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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