Business Details
44 Years
experience
Trusted Care Homes & Personalised Support Services
Established in 1982, Holmes Care Group has grown from a single care home to a respected network of 22 homes across England and Scotland. Our family-run ethos underpins everything we do, combining over four decades of experience with a commitment to compassionate, person-centred care. Led by a leadership team with deep industry expertise, including nursing backgrounds and specialist dementia training, we prioritise dignity, independence, and quality of life for residents. Our services span residential, nursing, dementia, and palliative care, alongside day services and support for young people with disabilities. With over 1,500 dedicated staff members, we maintain rigorous standards through continuous training and a culture of operational excellence.Every home reflects our belief that care should feel like home, offering secure, welcoming environments tailored to individual needs. Backed by a dedicated Head of Dementia and Lifestyle Enhancement, we deliver award-winning care that adapts to evolving needs while respecting personal histories. Our transparent approach ensures families receive clear guidance throughout their care journey, supported by a leadership team actively engaged in both strategic development and frontline operations.
Services
Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Care
Palliative Care
Day Services
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have over 42 years of experience in specialist care home provision
- Our dedicated Head of Dementia leads award-winning person-centred dementia care
- We provide tailored lifestyle plans for young people with disabilities
- Our leadership team includes nursing professionals with operational excellence focus
- We maintain consistent quality standards across 22 UK care homes
Services
Residential Care
Our residential care provides 24/7 support in homely environments where residents maintain independence with assistance for daily living. Trained staff deliver personalised care plans focusing on dignity and quality of life. Services include meals, personal care, and social activities tailored to individual preferences.
Dementia Care
Specialist dementia care combines secure environments with person-centred approaches led by our dedicated Head of Dementia. Staff receive ongoing training to support cognitive needs while maintaining residents' independence through tailored lifestyle plans and reminiscence therapies.
Palliative Care
Holistic palliative care focuses on comfort and dignity during life-limiting illnesses. Our multidisciplinary teams address physical, emotional, and spiritual needs while respecting end-of-life wishes through compassionate, individualised support plans.
Day Services
Bankview Health & Wellbeing Centre offers structured day services promoting independence through social activities, reminiscence therapy, and personal care. These services provide respite for family carers while maintaining residents' engagement and wellbeing.
Support for Young People with Disabilities
Specialist homes Craigielea and Beechwood provide tailored support for young people with physical or learning disabilities. Person-centred plans focus on personal growth through lifestyle programmes developed in partnership with residents and their support networks.
People
Sharifa Lakhani
CEO
With an MBA from Imperial College London, Sharifa Lakhani leads Holmes Care Group as CEO, overseeing strategic direction and operational excellence across 22 UK care homes since joining in 2014.
Alex Wilson
Chief Operating Officer
A nursing background informs Alex Wilson's operational leadership, focusing on stakeholder relationships and daily operations across Holmes Care's 22 homes while maintaining frontline engagement with residents and staff.
Chelsie Farrell
Chief Strategy & Governance Officer
Chelsie Farrell drives strategic innovation and governance at Holmes Care, ensuring alignment with long-term objectives while fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation's care services.
Tracey Howell
Operations Director
Tracey Howell leads operational performance and staff development at Holmes Care, focusing on enhancing residents' quality of life through strategic leadership and frontline engagement across all care homes.
Yvonne Manson
Head of Dementia and Lifestyle Enhancement
Yvonne Manson leads dementia care strategy, implementing training programmes and appointing Dementia Ambassadors to ensure best practices across all homes while promoting brain health initiatives.
Questions
What types of care services do you offer?
We provide residential, nursing, dementia, palliative care, day services, and specialist support for young people with disabilities across our 22 UK care homes.
How do you personalise care plans?
Our care plans are tailored to individual needs through collaboration with residents, families, and healthcare professionals, focusing on personal history and lifestyle preferences.
Do you have specialist dementia care facilities?
Yes, we have dedicated dementia care homes with specially trained staff and a Head of Dementia overseeing our award-winning person-centred approach.
Are your care homes available across the UK?
We operate 22 care homes across England and Scotland, including locations in Essex, Glasgow, Fife, and Aberdeen.
How can families get involved in care decisions?
We encourage family participation through regular consultations and transparent communication about care plans and resident wellbeing.
What makes your care homes different?
Our family-run ethos combines with 42 years' experience to create homely environments where residents maintain independence while receiving expert support.
Reviews (1)
Jock Infantry
Jun 22, 2020
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The care and compassion given to our mum over the last 12 months has been exemplary. All staff showed the utmost professionalism in their caring role and went above and beyond for every aspect of our mothers care. Our thanks to Allison Price and her dedicated team. As a family we would highly recommend the Three Towns Care home to all those considering this service for their loved ones. With our deepest gratitude and heartfelt appreciation
The Healy Family
The Healy Family
