The Old Vicarage

Weekley, Kettering NN16 9UP
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9.8 96 Reviews
  • The Old Vicarage, Kettering
The Old Vicarage is a unique country house in an extensive gardens setting within the 'chocolate box' village of Weekley. The home focuses on dignity, peace and comfort alongside professional care.

Two miles from Kettering, this property retains all of its original charm and character but has been upgraded with modern facilities and equipment to provide the highest standards of medical care.

The Home's facilities include a hairdressing & beauty treatments available on request, free bar drinks, WiFi, a range of activities including outings/day trips as well as a variety of entertainers and freshly prepared, locally sourced food.

The residents enjoy a warm, comfortable home, with companionship, and personal care of the highest standard.

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Care Provided by The Old Vicarage

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 38 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Cancer Care
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Schizophrenia
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Day Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Helen Finlay (Registered Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (32)
    • Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: No
    • Last Refurbishment: 2021
    • Number of floors: 2

Facilities

  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Stairlift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Visitors welcome at most hours, however, some times are busier than others. If in doubt please ring the Home beforehand.


    Due to COVID 19, visiting arrangements are changing constantly, please ring the home to enquire about the current situation.


  • Parking

  • On site car park.


The Old Vicarage Reviews (96)

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The Old Vicarage has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.791) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Old Vicarage has 96 reviews.

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Review from Julie B (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

So pleased with the care that Mum has received since she came to The Old Vicarage for end-of-life care. The staff are all so friendly and respectful of Mum who has been independent until a fall seven months ago. Whilst she would have preferred to be at home, the home has provided the next best option
for her. Thank you.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you so much for reviewing us with such kind words, it is very much appreciated by the whole staff team.


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Review from S D (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are very happy with the care that Dad is receiving. The staff are very kind and respectful of Dad's needs. There is a friendly homely feel around the home as well and the staff are very welcoming. The food is fresh and tasty with good portion sizes. There are regular activities planned for the residents.
The cleaning staff are very thorough and the whole home is always very clean.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you so much for your kind words and lovely review of our home and the care. It is a pleasure to care for your loved one.


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Review from Paul W (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 8 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After eight weeks in the hospital, our mum age 95 came to The Old Vicarage for end-of-life care, as a family, we were exhausted after four years of dementia caring, and on our first visit to The Old Vicarage were taken aback by the calm, caring atmosphere and wonderful, caring staff. My mother-in-law
passed away after three peaceful weeks in a beautiful room overlooking the garden with the sun shining, a gentle breeze and the birds singing. God bless you all and thank you.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you so much for your kind words, which are very much appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to write such a beautiful review.


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Review from Lesley W (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was given end-of-life diagnosis in the hospital. We were recommended The Old Vicarage by a friend of my daughter. After an agonising couple of years worrying about what we might face in selecting a care home, we found The Old Vicarage. A place of sanctuary, love and care for my mum who was
given a beautiful room overlooking the beautiful garden. She spent her last days surrounded by love and the best care we could wish for.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you so much for taking your time to review us and your kind words, which are very much appreciated by all the staff in the home.


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Review from D E (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

All the staff are lovely and very caring. Mum is well looked after and all her needs are taken care of with respect.
I feel confident that if she needs anything the home will help her or let us know.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for your kind comments and taking the time to review us. It is very much appreciated by the staff team.


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Review from Debbie B (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The Old Vicarage is a fantastic care home my mum was in their care for a short time and they treated her like family and respect and kindness. Her meals were fantastic and nothing was ever too much trouble whether it was for my mum or for our family, the support they gave us was remarkable.
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made my mum smile with the entertainment and the way they would come and sit with her for chats and cuddles, thank you all, we will always think of you all as our family.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you so much for your review and kind words, it is so very much appreciated by all the team.


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Review from Maria E (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

There aren't enough words to phrase all the staff at The Old Vicarage Care Home. Our mum was a resident there for just over 2 months, when she sadly passed away. Throughout her time there Mum was shown so much kindness, nothing was ever too much trouble. All staff were upbeat, keeping spirits high amongst
residents. Always organising activities, giving residents things to look forward to and making things fun. Mum also had her hair and nails done, which she absolutely loved, along with the yummy food! We spent a lot of time there with Mum and found all staff to be so supportive, not just with Mum, but to all of us as a family. We highly recommend this wonderful care home, with the most hardworking, caring and kind staff. Thank you to you all for making Mum's time with you the best it could be.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Wow! Thank you so much for your kind words and lovely review. we are proud of the kind and caring staff within our home.


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Review from John W (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 4 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent staff and service.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking time to review us. We appreciate your kind words.


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Review from Lesley W (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely staff, good atmosphere.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking time to review our home. Your kind words are greatly appreciated.


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Review from Janet H (Friend of Resident) published on 2 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My neighbour and friend is extremely well looked after here. She settled in well, the staff ethos is excellent - everyone seems to be very caring-natured people. It's a good, supportive, caring culture. The food always smells and looks delicious. Any health issues seem to be picked up and dealt with
swiftly and effectively. I've sung the praise of this care home to many people!

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to review us. Your kind words are very much appreciated by all the team.


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Review from J S (Relative of Resident) published on 11 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Feels very friendly. The staff is always helpful. Aunty seems well cared for. Hair always looks good, something which didn't happen elsewhere. The food smells good though haven't seen it.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to review us and your kind words, it is much appreciated.


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Review from L F (Wife of Resident) published on 11 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My husband has settled in well. The staff are very good and willing. Lovely grounds for sunny walks.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

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Review from R J (Stepson of Resident) published on 11 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely care home. Well run. Happy and hard-working staff. Nice gardens for getting out into during Spring/Summer.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

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Review from C J (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has been a resident in The Old Vicarage for over 3 years. She has consistently received care of an excellent standard. Mum is always treated with kindness and friendliness. This is reassuring for my sister and I and gives us peace of mind. Communication between everyone is also effective. I am so
glad that Mum is safe and so well cared for.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to review us and for your kind comments, it is very much appreciated.


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Review from Melanie C (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad went to The Old Vicarage for the last few weeks of his life and was treated with so much care and dignity, we spent a lot of time at the home and was treated like family it really was like being at home. The staff were all amazing and the care he recieved was amazing, nothing was too much trouble.
He was in a home previously and there was no comparison. I can never thank all the staff at The Vicarage enough, they made a very stressful and difficult time so much easier. Thank you.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking time to review us and your kind words. Your comments will be very much appreciated by all the staff.


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Review from Dorthe Karin L (Wife of Resident) published on 29 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband passed away yesterday after having stayed in The Old Vicarage for 3 months. I am of course completely distraught and devastated about it but from the very first time I walked through the doors there I felt completely at home and was comfortable because I instinctively knew he was in the best
hands he could possibly be.
From the onset, we were both treated as we were part of a family. The staff there, I don´t think I have words to explain how wonderful they are. They did their very best to make a situation that wasn´t very nice uplifting and constantly brought smiles to our faces.
The Old Vicarage has been a huge part of my life, as well as my husband's, for the past 3 months and the impressions I've got will stay with me forever. I'll miss the people there and I will remember this time forever.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to review us at this sad time. The staff team value and appreciate your comments.


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Review from Susan M (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been living at The Old Vicarage since November 2023. What impressed us at the onset was the friendly, caring staff. We have not been disappointed, Mum is loved and cared for brilliantly by everyone there. From nurses, carers, cleaners and cooks. They know what she likes best to eat from
roast potatoes to chocolate eclairs. Unfortunately she is blind and bedbound so not always the easiest to look after.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for your kind words, they are much appreciated.


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Review from Gillian E (Wife of Resident) published on 4 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Very pleased with my husband's care. I come twice or three times a week, never seen him upset. He loves watching TV.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

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Review from Jason G (Son of Resident) published on 4 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I visit my dad normally on a Sunday with my mum and find the standard of care to be very good and a laid-back atmosphere and not stressful for my dad. He always seems to be in a good condition and happy to see us both.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

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Review from Brian R (Son of Resident) published on 18 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father at end of life was fortunate enough to be placed at The Old Vicarage. What can I say about the home and the staff? Truly amazing. They treated my dad like their own family member and showed him so much love and respect. He was so happy to be there in his final weeks. They also treated us sons
and daughter so well and made us feel so welcome. Honestly, all I can say is thank you for making my dad's time with you so comfortable and lots of love to you all from our family.

Reply from Helen Finlay, Manager at The Old Vicarage

Thank you for your amazing response and kind words. We have an amazing caring team at The Old Vicarage and I will be sure to pass on your comments.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.791)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.791) out of 10 for The Old Vicarage is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 24 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.791 for The Old Vicarage is calculated as follows: ( (228 Excellents x 5) + (49 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 282 Ratings = 4.791

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Old Vicarage is based on 24 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 38 registered maximum number of service users is 7.6, which has been reached with 24 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 7 Nov 2023

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  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Old Vicarage

What types of Care is The Old Vicarage registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care, Physical Disability & Sensory Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does The Old Vicarage provide?

Palliative Care, Day Care, Convalescent Care, Physiotherapy, Own GP if required & End of Life Care are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does The Old Vicarage have?

There are 32 Single Rooms and 3 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at The Old Vicarage?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is The Old Vicarage to the centre of Kettering?

1.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.