Vida Grange

Specialist Dementia Care, Thirkhill Drive, Pannal, Harrogate HG3 1FE
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8.8 44 Reviews
  • Vida Grange, Harrogate
Vida Grange is Vida Healthcare's second home, located in Pannal, Harrogate; a small, historic village with a big community spirit. The care home is a modern, 124-bed home, divided into eight specialist dementia houses. It was developed based on the winning formula at Vida Hall which means you can expect the same outstanding level of care and comfort. In January 2018, Vida Grange was rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission. Vida Grange offers residential dementia care and a range of nursing dementia care.

The houses within Vida Grange allow the team to offer a range of care options for residents on their journey with dementia. Vida Grange offers residential and nursing dementia care, Alzheimer's Disease care, Lewy Body care, Vascular care, complex dementia care as well as respite care. Each house is designed and tailored around residents' needs, with an aim of balancing social engagement opportunity and privacy to residents.

Vida Grange also provides all-male accommodation within their Harlow Carr House. Situated on the ground floor, Harlow Carr has the capacity to support 18 gentlemen in a safe and inclusive setting. Here, the team is able to able to support significant behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia and other health challenges.

Vida Grange is well connected by bus and train to Harrogate, Leeds and York. Locally there are shops and cafes, picturesque nature spots as well as a church and the village hall which hosts various social events.

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Care Provided by Vida Grange

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 124 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Dementia Care Types
  • What are the different dementia care types?
  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia
  • This is a home that cares for residents with different stages of dementia. They have a separate unit for residents with verbally or physically aggressive behaviours.
  • Care Offered
  • AIDS/HIV
  • Alcohol Dependence (past or present)
  • Alzheimer's
  • Anorexia/Bulimia/Self Harming
  • Bipolar/Manic Depression
  • Cancer Care
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Challenging Behaviour/Psychosis
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Down Syndrome
  • Drug Dependence (past or present)
  • Epilepsy
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Korsakoff Syndrome
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Neuropathic
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Schizophrenia
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Victoria Edwards (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 18+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (124)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (123)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Year Purpose Built: 2015
    • Number of floors: 2

Funding & Fees Guide for Vida Grange

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding

  • Vida Healthcare accepts all funding channels. Please contact the homes for more information about our fees.

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • 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
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Parking

  • There is a private onsite car park.


Vida Grange Reviews (44)

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8.8

Vida Grange has a Review Score of 8.8 (8.849) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Vida Grange has 44 reviews.

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Review from Paul E (Son of Resident) published on 8 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father has Alzheimer's dementia which requires 24-hour nursing care. My family were so relieved when our father was accepted and admitted to Vida Grange. He had specialist needs on admission which other places were not able to meet. Since he has been in Vida Grange his needs have been fully met.
My dad is settled and happy there. He is cared for to the highest standard. The staff have true leaders and the team are a team. I am very grateful for the support the team provide to my family. I am a GP and understand what challenges and needs people with dementia have and Vida Grange manage them all excellently.

Reply from Emma Lister, Marketing Manager at Vida Grange

Thank you for your wonderful review. I will feed this back to the team!


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Review from Pam B (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has lived at Vida Grange for over 5 years now. I am so glad we found Vida. Having had a raft of very bad experiences with the first care home she went to, we were all pretty traumatised. The team have been amazing over the years. It is wonderful to see that Mum is loved and cared for. When I
am away, I know she is in safe, competent and caring hands, in a place she feels at home.

Reply from Emma Lister, Marketing Manager at Vida Grange

Thank you so much for your lovely review. I will feed this back to the team.


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Review from Alistair G (Husband of Resident) published on 12 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After a period in hospital, my wife was admitted to Vida Grange in Harrogate in early 2023. This was a period of great uncertainty and worry for us, however, my wife settled quickly and has remained so for the months she has been a resident there. She is exceptionally well cared for, always clean, warm,
well fed and enjoys one to one care through her waking hours. The staff in Montpellier house are fantastic with her, meeting her every need as it arises. Although those needs are complex and increasingly challenging, they are always professional, but always go about their work with a smile and good humour. I consider myself and my wife to be fortunate to have found such a wonderful home for her.

Reply from Emma Lister, Marketing Manager at Vida Grange

Thank you for your feedback. We have passed this on to the team.


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Review from P D (Wife of Resident) published on 12 December 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

1)The ethos of Vida Healthcare is tailoring care for each resident & their individual personal needs.
2)They provide detailed training to every employee before they start any face-to-face contact. They develop the knowledge & understanding of different presentations of dementia.
3)The carers are
committed & caring and supported by a management team passionate about delivering the best care possible.
4) The management team are responsive to the needs & concerns of relatives. Detail is important to enhance good care.

Reply from Emma Lister, Marketing Manager at Vida Grange

Thank you for your feedback, we will pass this on to the team at Vida Grange.


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Review from Adele B (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care home...my mum has been at Vida Grage Care Home for over a year now and I am more than happy with the care she has received. It is clean, friendly and the care she receives is above and beyond any other care home that she has been in. Nothing is too much trouble and it has a laid-back,
relaxed atmosphere feeling more like a home rather than a care home. The meals are plentiful and good quality with snacks and treats in between. The staff have compassion and understanding and most importantly, they allow family members to have a voice and opinion about their loved one's care and will do everything possible to meet their needs and requests.
Mum is in her happy place now with no anxiety or stress and the staff adore her, she is content and settled thanks to Vida Grange. She loves her room and also her Vida Grange family and I cannot thank them enough.

Reply from Cynthia Wong, Marketing at Vida Grange

Thank you so much for your amazing feedback. I will make sure this is shared with the team!


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Review from Tracey P (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are always polite, helpful and attentive. Nursing is taken seriously at Vida Grange Care Home. We are kept up to date with our mother's requirements and care. Our input towards decisions is considered which makes us feel valued and still part of our mum's life.

Reply from Cynthia Wong, Marketing at Vida Grange

Thank you for your lovely review! I will pass this on to the team at Vida Grange.


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Review from Alan M (Husband of Resident) published on 18 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Vida Grange Care Home is amazing. The level of care is brilliant, the staff are so good, nothing is too much trouble, so patient.
Vida Grange is purpose-built, a modern building, but still feels like home. Vida is so unlike many other care homes which tend to be converted old buildings which are not
suited to the needs of residents. At Vida all the rooms are en-suite, there’s a continuous walkway around each of the units so no dead ends to cause upset, the food is amazing and the patients are treated as residents, almost family.
The staffing ratio is much better than other care homes, with a full-time nurse and several carers. After two failed placements in other care homes, my wife settled here really quickly, she has a lot of personal needs and is not mobile. All her needs are catered for. Best care home.

Reply from Cynthia Wong, Marketing at Vida Grange

Thank you so much for your kind words! We will pass this on to the Vida Grange team for you.


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Review from Valerie P (Resident) published on 10 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has only been at Vida Grange Care Home since October but the care he is receiving is excellent. The staff are so understanding, kind and gentle. It is very heartwarming to see the way they are with the residents. Nothing is too much trouble from reception, catering, laundry and the carers.

Reply from Jake Hargrave, Marketing Graduate at Vida Grange

Thank you so much for your feedback! I will pass this on to the team at Vida Grange!


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Review from Carol H (Wife of Resident) published on 25 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to highly recommend Vida Grange as an excellent specialist dementia care home. My husband has been at this facility since May of this year to the present day and I have found all of the staff from reception, maintenance, kitchen, laundry, cleaners, well-being, carers, nurses and administration
staff, of a very high standard of caring and professionalism. A big thank you to all of you, for a job well done by each and every one of you.

Reply from Jake Hargrave, Marketing Graduate at Vida Grange

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. I will pass this back to the Vida Grange team!


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Review from D V (Sister of Resident) published on 30 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care my brother is receiving from Vida Grange is second to none. The staff who look after my brother are very professional and always take time to make sure that he is comfortable, included and part of the Vida family! He is happy and settled, despite his condition and is always keen to engage with
the staff. Their love and support for him and his family, has made both my brother’s and our lives significantly better and I can recommend them as a beacon of excellence in this area. Thank you, Vida!

Reply from Emma Lister, Marketing Manager at Vida Grange

Thank you for your lovely review! I will pass this on to the team at Vida Grange.


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Review from Jennifer M (Wife of Resident) published on 29 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The patience and care shown by the staff is exemplary. They manage to diffuse difficult situations and still keep cheerful. Although my husband is a messy eater etc, he is always clean and tidy. There are activities for the residents most days and team talk, which provides family and friends with information
and keeps us updated. If your loved one is very sadly unfortunate enough to require dementia and other care, this is the place for them.

Reply from Emma Lister, Marketing Manager at Vida Grange

Thank you for your lovely feedback. I will ensure this is passed on to the team at Vida Grange.


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Review from Samantha T (Wife of Resident) published on 17 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Deciding to place my husband in care has been the worst time and decision of my life, but has been made so much more bearable by everyone at Vida and I am comforted knowing he is receiving the very best care. From the very first day, he has settled in well and the care and support shown to him, and
me overwhelms me. Vida Healthcare really are first class dementia care providers.

Reply from Emma Lister, Marketing Manager at Vida Grange

Thank you for your lovely review. I will ensure the team at Vida Grange see this.


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Review from Heather M (Wife of Resident) published on 16 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Vida is in a completely different league to all other home's I visited. Smaller units within the home make it more intimate and secure for the residents. The quality of staff training and development of their understanding with regards to dementia is amazing. Also, the staff ratio to residents is much
higher than most other homes. Food quality, is also excellent, nothing is skimped in their service. I cannot speak highly enough of Vida.

Reply from Emma Lister, Marketing Manager at Vida Grange

Thank you so much for your review! I will ensure all departments receive a copy of this!


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Review from Jan M (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Prior to becoming a resident at Vida Grange a year ago, my father had experienced dementia care in 4 other local care facilities in North Yorkshire. None of those facilities came anywhere near the quality of care he is now receiving. Although the restricted visiting during the pandemic has been difficult
for him, the staff and the family, I know that since going to Vida Grange, his physical health issues have been closely monitored and improved. The individual caring approach and mental stimulation from regular activities means he also seems much calmer and happier. The communication from the management team and day to day carers is head and shoulders above other care homes we have experienced, both in terms of content and delivery, especially the use of online technology to communicate during the pandemic. I no longer get phone calls advising me of falls or incidents and the relief and reassurance that he is now being cared for properly, as he deserves to be, for me is priceless.

Reply from Emma Lister, Marketing Manager at Vida Grange

Thank you so much for your feedback! I will pass this on to the whole team at Vida!


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Review from Joan A (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been a resident in Vida Grange for the last 18 months. She has complex needs and can be very challenging. Despite this, the staff initially managed to improve my mother’s quality of life enormously. Her care needs have now increased and are more complex. They continue to treat her with
dignity and care. The senior staff are incredibly skilled and support me too. I don’t believe there is another care home which could meet my mother’s health needs living with advanced dementia.

Reply from Emma Lister, Marketing Manager at Vida Grange

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. I will pass your comments to the team!


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Review from Chris WW (Wife of Resident) published on 18 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband is living with Alzheimer's and the last couple of years have been particularly difficult and challenging for the both of us. Thankfully he is now a resident in Waterside at Vida Grange and at last I have total peace of mind in the knowledge that he is receiving the best possible care. All
the management and staff who I have been in contact with have been so kind and considerate to the both of us and he seems to be settling in as well as can be expected. Thank you all so much.

Reply from Emma Lister, Marketing Manager at Vida Grange

Thank you for your kind words, we are so happy you have peace of mind. I will pass your comments to the team.


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Review from Terry A (Wife of Resident) published on 7 June 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can’t speak highly enough of Vida Grange. We couldn’t ask for any better care for my husband. Every member of staff I’ve met or spoken to, have instilled me with confidence that this is the right place for him, despite our long drive.

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Review from Adele W (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father suffers from Young Onset Dementia and after multiple nursing home placement failures from so called ‘Dementia & Challenging Behaviour Specialists’ and the belief that my father was unmanageable (as they told us multiple times), we finally found Vida Grange. Dad has been there just over two
months with virtually no issues, compared to previous homes where we would be getting multiple daily phone calls with issues and problems. Vida Grange really know how to deal with complex behaviours, they truly understand dementia and the person behind it. My Dad is being treated as he, deserves - with love and respect. They keep us updated regularly via their Vida app and weekly family meetings. We have no complaints and would recommend them to anyone. We have found no other care home that can come close to them, even with us having to travel 1.5 hours.

Reply from Emma Lister, Marketing Manager at Vida Grange

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. I will ensure this is passed on to our incredible team. We are so glad you're part of the Vida family.


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Review from Ayse K (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 November 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

Due to recent staff changes and increased agency use, the basic care like wearing a short-sleeved polo shirt sat in front of an open window in Oct/Nov means the basic need for warmth is not being met.
Dad has mixed dementia so I find it strange and worrying that some care staff ask him to remember
things as they know he can't. Dads response is to raise his hand to his face looks sad.
Feel initial fantastic review needed updating as we move forward.

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Review from Roy B (Husband of Resident) published on 20 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife has been in Harlow Carr house at Vida Grange for over 2 years. I give full marks to the way the home is run and must emphasise that the home is nothing without the right staff. The care staff on Harlow Carr are so kind and loving; I am full of admiration for the way they look after my wife and
the way they treated me when I visited. Life for me is not easy as I have not been able to hold my wife for over 7 months and this has an effect on both of us. I know it is necessary and Vida must abide by the rules but pray it will end soon.

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Current Review Score: 8.8 (8.849)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.8 (8.849) out of 10 for Vida Grange is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 7 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 4.867 for Vida Grange is calculated as follows: ( (75 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 83 Ratings = 4.867

  • 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 3.982 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Vida Grange is based on 7 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 = 3.7

    • 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 124 registered maximum number of service users is 24.8. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 24.8 = 0.282

  • 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: 25 Jan 2018

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Outstanding

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    Outstanding

  • Effective

    Outstanding

  • 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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Meet the Team (12)

Victoria

Victoria Edwards

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2021

Victoria has worked in Health and Social care since 2007, joining Vida in 2021. Throughout this time Victoria has managed different services, primarily for large providers. This has included leading a home to achieve outstanding in caring domain, supporting at regional level, turning a service around following inspection and commissioning a new service. Victoria’s role is to lead the team at Vida Grange to ensure the highest standards of care are delivered to our residents with a dignified and professional approach. Victoria loves to spend time with the residents at Vida Grange, learning about their interesting lives and utilising this information to deliver the best possible care.


Hannah

Hannah Zoltie

Job Title: Deputy Home Manager

Joined: 2019

Hannah is a registered mental health nurse who qualified with an Advanced Diploma in Mental Health Nursing and a Degree in Clinical Nursing Practice.


Choosing to focus her practice in dementia care Hannah has worked for the NHS Continuing Health Care Team as well as a Memory Nurse across Leeds and Bradford.
Having joined Vida in 2019 as a Senior Nurse, Hannah was shortlisted for the ‘Good Nurse’ award at The Great British Care Awards 2020; Hannah is now a Deputy Manager.


‘I love working for Vida, the ethos of person-centred care shines through the whole team, it is very special to be part of.’


Megan

Megan Kettlewell

Job Title: Deputy Home Manager

Joined: 2018

Megan has worked in health & social care for the last five years after receiving her Masters in Psychology from Manchester Metropolitan University. She has been part of the team at Vida since October 2018 and previously worked in a variety of care settings including community care, dual diagnosis, and drug and alcohol rehabilitation.


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Helen Shaw

Job Title: Deputy Home Manager

Joined: 2016

Helen is a Registered Mental Health nurse who joined Vida Grange as a member of the core team in November 2016. Helen has worked in healthcare for over 22 years, mostly in the NHS. She gained a higher certificate of education in healthcare and a degree in health and social care before becoming a Registered Mental Health Nurse. Helen is a trained PIDC facilitator and soon progressed to a House Manager in 2020 and then Deputy Home Manager in 2021. "Working at Vida allows me to be a part of a forward-thinking team that delivers person-centred care. It can be challenging but most of all it is rewarding working alongside others, all making a positive difference to people on their dementia journey."


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Terri Spruce

Job Title: Clinical Development Lead

Joined: 2021

Terri has over 40 years experience of working as a Nurse in the NHS. During the last 14 years Terri has worked in the role as Community Matron., this involved caring for patients in all settings across the community. Terri has studied at Degree and Masters level, enabling her to both diagnose and prescribe medications within her competency levels. Terri is the Clinical Development Lead across Vida Healthcare and works closely with the Nurses and House Managers.


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John Garcia

Job Title: Operations Manager

Joined: 2023

John joined Vida Hall in 2023, he has significant operational, facilities and people management experience. John is responsible for for the day to day operation at Vida Hall, allowing Victoria to focus on maintaining excellent standard of care.


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Helen Platt

Job Title: Receptionist

Joined: 2019

Helen is responsible for the front of house at Vida Grange. Helen joined Vida Healthcare in 2019 and has a wealth of knowledge, experience and understanding of front of house. Helen is here for all staff, residents and their families and finds it is most essential that visitors are always greeted with a warm, caring and compassionate welcoming greeting.


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Fabbio Buccio

Job Title: Head Chef

Joined: 2023

Fabbio has over 25 years of experience in the catering industry. He joined Vida Grange in 2022 as a Chef, and in 2023 he stepped up as the Head Chef. Fabbio is responsible for managing the daily operations in the kitchen and ensuring that residents receive nutritious food daily. He works closely with family members and the care team to create customised meals for each resident. Fabbio is committed to providing high-quality food and follows the motto of TEAM – Together Everybody Achieves More.


Lisa

Lisa Bowles

Job Title: Wellbeing Lead

Joined: 2018

Lisa joined Vida Healthcare in 2018 and brings a wealth of care and activity experience to the team. Lisa began working in the care sector in 2012 and has never looked back. Lisa’s role as Wellbeing Lead is to support and mentor the Well-Being Facilitators that work on the houses at Vida Grange whilst also supporting the residents in every aspect of their life, to form bonds and trust and to support them in their emotional, cognitive, spiritual and physical Well-Being.


Bernadette

Bernadette Mossman

Job Title: Healthcare Director

Joined: 2013

Bernadette is an experienced healthcare professional who started her career as a community psychiatric nurse in Glasgow. She boasts more than 30 years of experience in both public and private sector roles. Prior to joining Vida in October 2011, she worked as a regional manager for a large care provider where she was responsible for managing ten homes comprising 450 personnel and 300 beds.


Arron

Arron Bolland

Job Title: Learning, Development and Quality Manager

Joined: 2013

Arron is a qualified as Registered Mental Health Nurse and joined Vida Healthcare in 2013. Arron has been a House Manager, and Quality Assurance Manager and has now transitioned into his new role as Learning, Development and Quality Manager. With many years of experience in the care sector, Arron is passionate about the delivery of quality dementia care. Vida’s ethos of care focuses on quality throughout every aspect of our service and Arron’s role involves promoting the highest possible standards. Arron supports the Home Manager and care teams to ensure the highest quality standards are met in the delivery of care.


Gabriella

Gabriella Zahariev

Job Title: Admissions Coordinator

Joined: 2024

Gabriella started working at Vida Healthcare in January 2017 as a Care Team Leader. She has over 15 years of experience in the care industry and has achieved her NVQ Levels 2 and 3 in Health and Social Care. Since joining Vida, Gabi has also completed a Leadership and Management course. In 2020, Gabi took on the role of Roster Coordinator and in 2024 became Vida Healthcare's Admission Coordinator. Her role involves supporting and guiding families to find the right Vida care home for their loved one living with dementia.


Frequently Asked Questions about Vida Grange

What types of Care is Vida Grange registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Vida Grange provide?

Palliative Care, Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit, Own GP if required & End of Life Care are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Vida Grange have?

There are 124 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Vida Grange?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Vida Grange to the centre of Harrogate?

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