Dalemead Care Home
Dalemead Care Home is a residential care home in Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames (TW1 2DA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Dalemead Care Home
We at Dalemead Care Home are proud to offer compassionate residential care and specialist dementia care in the heart of Twickenham, providing a warm and welcoming home for older people across the London borough of Richmond upon Thames. Nestled within the leafy and well connected community of Twickenham, our home benefits from the calm, residential character of the TW postcode area whilst remaining close to local amenities, green spaces and the wider transport links of south west London. This setting allows residents to enjoy a peaceful environment whilst families can visit easily, knowing their loved one is part of a familiar and friendly neighbourhood. Our care is built around two core specialisms: residential care for those who need support with everyday living, and dementia care for individuals living with memory loss and cognitive change. In practice, this means our team takes the time to understand each resident as a whole person, learning their history, preferences, routines and the small details that make daily life feel meaningful. For someone receiving residential support, this might mean gentle assistance with washing, dressing or medication, delivered in a way that protects dignity and encourages independence. For someone living with dementia, it means a calm, structured environment, familiar faces, reassuring routines and activities designed to bring comfort, stimulation and moments of genuine joy. Families often tell us that what matters most is knowing their relative is truly seen and understood, and that is the standard we work to every day. We are pleased to share that our home holds an overall Good rating from the Care Quality Commission, following our most recent inspection in June 2025. Within that, we were rated Outstanding for being Responsive, which reflects the way we tailor care around each resident, listening carefully and adapting our approach as needs change over time. We were also rated Good across Safe, Effective, Caring and Well led, giving families reassurance that the fundamentals of safety, leadership, kindness and clinical effectiveness are consistently in place. We see these ratings not as a finish line but as a foundation we continue to build upon. 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 options for a loved one in Twickenham or the surrounding Richmond upon Thames area, we warmly invite you to get in touch with Dalemead Care Home to learn more about our community and how we might support your family during this next chapter.
Care provided at Dalemead Care Home
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 24 June 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Dalemead Care Home
Where is Dalemead Care Home located?
Dalemead Care Home is a residential care home in Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames, TW1 2DA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Dalemead Care Home provide?
Dalemead Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Dalemead Care Home's CQC rating?
Dalemead 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 24 June 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Dalemead Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Dalemead Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Dalemead Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Dalemead Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Dalemead Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Dalemead Care Home Limited 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. Dalemead Care Home Limited 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. Dalemead Care Home Limited 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?
Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.
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
Dalemead Care Home Limited 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 Dalemead Care Home Limited. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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