St Catherine's Care Home
St Catherine's Care Home is a residential care home in York, North Yorkshire (YO30 1AH). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About St Catherine's Care Home
We at St Catherine's Care Home are proud to offer a warm and welcoming residential care home in the historic city of York, where compassionate support meets a true sense of home. Nestled within North Yorkshire, our home provides dedicated residential care for older people, adults living with dementia, and younger adults who need a supportive place to call their own. Set in the heart of York, our home benefits from the charm and tranquillity that this much loved Yorkshire city is known for. Residents enjoy the comfort of familiar surroundings within a community that values heritage, kindness, and connection. The local area offers a gentle pace of life, and our setting has been thoughtfully arranged to feel welcoming from the moment you step through the door, with comfortable communal spaces where residents can relax, socialise, and feel genuinely at ease. Our specialisms reflect the breadth of care we provide. For older people, we focus on preserving dignity, independence, and the small daily routines that make life feel meaningful. Our residential care is tailored around each individual, ensuring that personal preferences, hobbies, and life stories shape the support we offer. For those living with dementia, we take a patient and person centred approach, creating calm environments and consistent routines that help reduce anxiety and promote wellbeing. We also welcome younger adults whose care needs are best met in a supportive residential setting, providing tailored support that respects their individuality, aspirations, and stage of life. In practice, this means families can feel confident that their loved one is known as a person first, with care plans built around who they are rather than simply what they need. We are proud to hold an overall CQC rating of Good, following our most recent inspection in February 2022. This rating was awarded across every domain assessed, including Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. For families, this consistent recognition offers reassurance that the quality of our care, the leadership of our home, and the experience of our residents have all been independently reviewed and found to meet the standards expected by the regulator. It reflects the everyday commitment of our team to do right by the people who live here. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the care, thought, and emotion involved. We warmly invite families considering care in York to get in touch with us, ask questions, and discover whether St Catherine's Care Home could be the right place for your loved one. Whatever stage you are at in your search, we are here to listen and to help.
Care provided at St Catherine's Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 8 September 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about St Catherine's Care Home
Where is St Catherine's Care Home located?
St Catherine's Care Home is a residential care home in York, North Yorkshire, YO30 1AH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does St Catherine's Care Home provide?
St Catherine's Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is St Catherine's Care Home's CQC rating?
St Catherine's Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 8 September 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does St Catherine's Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. St Catherine's Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does St Catherine's Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. St Catherine's Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about St Catherine's Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. St Catherine's Care Home 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. St Catherine's Care Home 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. St Catherine's Care Home 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. St Catherine's Care Home 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 Yorkshire & Humberside
St Catherine's Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the Yorkshire & Humberside, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £800 to £1,050 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £900 to £1,150 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the Yorkshire & Humberside, not a quote from St Catherine's Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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