Holly Cottage

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Holly Cottage is a residential care home in Dereham, Norfolk (NR20 5BU). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.

About Holly Cottage

Holly Cottage is a residential care home in Dereham, Norfolk. We support older people, adults with learning disabilities, autistic adults, people living with mental ill health and younger adults, and we offer both permanent places and respite stays. Supporting that range of people well means being specific rather than general. For an older resident it may mean unhurried help with personal care, safe support with moving about, medication given properly and somebody nearby at night. For an adult with a learning disability or an autistic adult it may mean a predictable routine, clear information given in good time, and help to manage money, appointments and getting out to a job or a course. For somebody living with mental ill health it may mean a settled, low pressure place to live and close work with the community mental health team. We should be honest about where we stand. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is requires improvement. We would rather tell you that here than let you find it elsewhere. We know what the inspectors raised with us, we are working through it, and we will discuss any part of it openly with families, professionals and the people who live here. What we are working towards is a small house that feels like a home. Please come and visit and ask us the difficult questions.

Care provided at Holly Cottage

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Holly Cottage

Where is Holly Cottage located?

Holly Cottage is a residential care home in Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5BU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Holly Cottage provide?

Holly Cottage is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Holly Cottage's CQC rating?

Holly Cottage is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 2 July 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Holly Cottage offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Holly Cottage offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Holly Cottage

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. Holly Cottage is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Holly Cottage 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. Holly Cottage 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. Holly Cottage 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 East

Holly Cottage has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Holly Cottage. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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