St Catherines View

212 Stanmore Lane, Winchester SO22 4BL
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  • St Catherines View, Winchester
St Catherines View is a unique dementia care home, having been specially designed to suit the care needs of residents with conditions like Alzheimer's disease.

Residents enjoy companionship and can join in with singing, music, exercise and arts and crafts sessions. There is the opportunity for gentle gardening activities in the summer sunshine, and there is a busy pen pal scheme.
The home is registered for nursing care and staffed by dedicated nurses and health care professionals with extensive experience in caring for age-related conditions and fully trained in infection control.

The home's interior is made up of five small house groups that allow specialist nurses to achieve high standards of dementia care, through personalised packages and in surroundings that are beneficial to those living with memory loss.

Experience the warmth and care of this friendly, relaxing care home whilst making new friends.

St Catherines View is registered with the Care Quality Commission to welcome up to fifty-six residents and has its own landscaped gardens.

The home has a cafe, with doors out onto the gardens, where tea, coffee and cake are enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.

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Care Provided by St Catherines View

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 57 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Vanda Baker (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (57)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (57)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Last Refurbishment: 2012

Funding & Fees Guide for St Catherines View

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,800
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact St Catherines View to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • At St Catherines View, there are no specific visiting hours, all that is asked is that you let the home know you are in the building by signing in on the Ipad in Reception, if outside of Reception hours, just ring the bell and a member of staff will enable your visit.


  • Parking

  • Parking is available on site at St Catherines View, all visitor parking is clearly marked. When coming to view the home, please get in touch and a space can be saved


St Catherines View Reviews (89)

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St Catherines View has a Review Score of 10 (9.967) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time St Catherines View has 89 reviews.

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Review from J S (Wife of Resident) published on 7 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

On discharge from hospital my husband joined St Catherine's View in December 2024. Our family are very grateful for the care that he received and the support offered to us by all the staff.
Sadly, his time at St Catherine's was shorter than we had hoped, but during his stay we felt that he was in safe
and sympathetic hands and all the staff could not have been more helpful.

Reply from Vanda Baker, Home Manager at St Catherines View

Thank you for your kind words. We're so sorry for your loss and appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Although your husband's time at St Catherine's View was shorter than hoped, we're glad to know you felt he was in safe and caring hands. Your lovely comments mean a great deal to us, and we're glad we could offer support to you and your family during this difficult time.


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Review from Ben J (Son of Resident) published on 19 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My elderly father fell and broke his hip in September and had a spell in hospital. Upon going home, it was clear that he was not going to manage and my brother and I were going abroad simultaneously. The decision was made to move dad into care and St Catherines was incredibly quick to assist with dad's
assessment being completed within 48 hours and his seamless move into his room 48 hours after that. The care and kindness that everyone at St Catherines View showed not just my dad but all of us at a very difficult time was outstanding. The level of care he received was exceptional and we always felt very comfortable that he was being well looked after. I will always be incredibly grateful for everything the team at St Catherines View did for my dad while he was there, you are all wonderful!

Reply from Vanda Baker, Home Manager at St Catherines View

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're so glad we could support your dad and your family during such a difficult time. Helping him settle in quickly, while ensuring he felt comfortable and well cared for, was a priority for us and we hope it brought you some peace of mind. It means so much to hear that you felt reassured by the kindness and dedication of our team. I'll be sure to pass on your kind words to everyone. Thank you once again, and we wish you and your family all the best.


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Review from Bruce M (Son of Resident) published on 1 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff from the receptionist to the carers are always polite, friendly and helpful to my mother and me when I visit. Mum seems very happy and content at the home. I would like to thank all the staff for their work in looking after Mum.

Reply from Vanda Baker, Home Manager at St Catherines View

Thank you for sharing your experience at St Catherine's View. We're so pleased to hear that your mother feels settled and content in our home. Knowing she's happy here means a great deal to us, and your kind words about our team are really appreciated.


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Review from Joanna E (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I looked at several care homes prior to choosing St Catherines View. Immediately I was struck by a sense of family, love and happiness. The staff throughout my mother's time at the home have been professional, loving, caring and considerate. Whenever I dropped in my mum looked happy, well-turned out
and content. In her final days, both I and my brothers were overwhelmed by the warmth of all the staff and the tenderness they showed my mother. I highly recommend St Catherines.

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Review from T D (Son of Resident) published on 29 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was a resident at St Catherines View dementia care home for 18 months until her recent death.
During that time and especially as her end neared, the care home staff were absolutely wonderful.
They showed her and our family lots of care and compassion and looked after Mum with genuine love
and affection.
We consider ourselves to be very lucky that Mum's last year or so was spent at St Catherines.

Reply from Vanda Baker, Home Manager at St Catherines View

Thank you for your kind comments. It was wonderful to have your mum as part of our community, and we feel privileged to have been a part of her life. It means a lot to us to know that our team at St Catherine's View was able to provide the care and support your mother and family needed, especially during her final days. We are truly sorry for your loss and send our deepest condolences.


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Review from V S (Wife of Resident) published on 28 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband spent an excellent few weeks at St Catherine's View. He was very well looked after by friendly, knowledgeable staff who always cared for him to the utmost of their ability. Excellent food, drink and services. The gardens always looked beautiful. Thank you to everyone for all their help and
support.

Reply from Vanda Baker, Home Manager at St Catherines View

Thank you for your review of St Catherine's View. We are delighted to hear that your husband's stay with us was such a positive experience. Our team works hard to provide the highest level of care and attention, so it's wonderful to hear that you felt he was well looked after. We're also very pleased to hear that you enjoyed our lovely gardens and found our food and services to be excellent. Thank you once again for your kind words.


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Review from Nicholas G (Husband of Resident) published on 29 July 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very impressed with the level of cleanliness and care and the fact that all staff are totally approachable and eager to please. As my wife has slowly and inevitably deteriorated the care, compassion and kindness have increased. Bedding, clothes and hair are all spotlessly clean and always staff give
gentle reassurance using Christian names.

Reply from Vanda Baker, Home Manager at St Catherines View

Thank you so much for sharing your experiences at St. Catherine's View. We really appreciate your kind words that reflect a whole team approach to the care and support we provide for your wife. Ensuring that our residents are treated with the utmost dignity and respect and that all their care needs are met to the highest standards, is very important to us. From all the team, thank you once again for your kind words.


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Review from Sheena P (Wife of Resident) published on 14 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovey atmosphere, staff is always ready to talk to wife and answer questions. Talks to residents and looks after needs at any point. Excellent meals, good choices.

Reply from Vanda Baker, Home Manager at St Catherines View

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback about St Catherine's View. We are delighted to hear that you find the atmosphere lovely and that your husband's needs are being well looked after. Ensuring that loved ones are kept up to date and involved in care is very important to us, so it is reassuring to know that our team has been available to talk and answer any questions you may have. Thank you again for your kind words.


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Review from Karen L (Friend of Resident) published on 13 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since a family friend has been in this home she has benefitted from so many things, being part of a new family St Catherines View has the personal touches other homes lack. The teams work together to ensure residents are well cared for, from personal care, making sure they are dressed soon after breakfast,
I've never seen any staff treating residents with anything other than total respect and kindness, always with a smile. Only this morning I have given someone St Catherines View as a possible home for their loved one.
Well done to all teams within the home.

Reply from Vanda Baker, Home Manager at St Catherines View

Thank you for sharing your experience at St Catherine's View. We're very happy to hear that your family friend has benefited from the personal touches that make our home unique. Our team works hard to provide compassionate care and ensure residents feel respected and valued at all times. So, it is very reassuring to receive your kind words and recognition of their dedication and hard work. Thank you once again for your lovely feedback.


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Review from Heather M (Daughter of Resident) published on 7 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot thank and congratulate you more, the management, care and teamwork offered by you all at St. Catherines View Care Home in Winchester.
My mother has been a happy resident for 5 years, which naturally includes the dreadful Covid period, a very traumatic time for us all, not least for the staff
and management.
The social outings and in-home events arranged by the excellent activities team are to be applauded. They offer so much pleasure to the residents and it is a great comfort, as a daughter, to know that my dear mum is not just sitting, 'vegetating' and waiting to die.
She recently celebrated her 101st Birthday.
I would very much appreciate it if my sentiments and grateful thanks could be shared with your wonderful team.

Reply from Vanda Baker, Home Manager at St Catherines View

Thank you for taking the time to provide such wonderful feedback about your experiences at St. Catherine's View. It has been a pleasure having your mum as part of our community for the last 5 years, and it has been a privilege to celebrate some amazing milestones with her. Our team is dedicated to creating an engaging and fulfilling environment. It's wonderful to hear that the social outings and in-home events arranged by our activities team have brought so much pleasure to your mum and the other residents. I will be sure to pass on your lovely comments to the team, who will be very happy to hear about how their dedication and hard work is making such an impact on the lives of our residents.


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Review from Andrea S (Wife of Resident) published on 7 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my husband has been in this wonderful home for dedicated dementia care, I have witnessed first-hand how amazing the staff have been. The compassion and kindness shown, the array of activities on hand, the beautiful, sensory gardens, the wide, colourful and clean spaces and the competence and professionalism
of the manager, all contribute to the well-being of the residents. A friendly and welcoming home for friends and family to visit.

Reply from Vanda Baker, Home Manager at St Catherines View

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are very happy to hear that your husband has been well cared for and that our team's compassion and dedication have made an impact. We take great pride in providing a warm and welcoming environment for our residents and their families. Knowing that we have met your expectations and contributed positively to your husband's well-being is wonderful to hear.


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Review from F M (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum is very well looked after at St Catherine's View. All the staff are very attentive and display genuine care and compassion. It is really reassuring to know she is being exceptionally well cared for and is in expert hands.

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Review from M D (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am eternally grateful that we found St Catherines View for Mum. She has settled happily there, thanks to the efforts of everyone involved. All of the staff (and I really mean everyone) are so caring and kind and I feel totally confident that she is being well looked after. I love the way they all
greet her with warmth, a smile and her name when they see her. They keep in touch with us well and clearly value Mum and her quality of life. The system of smaller home groups within a larger home works really well for Mum, giving her a safe, manageable space within the wider community. The gardens are beautiful, well kept and provide wonderful stimulation for people with dementia. It has been really helpful to be able to visit at any time and the staff are always helpful and accommodating.

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Review from Jayne S (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother had been in St. Catherines View for four and a half years, where her care had been kind and caring. Her developing health issues from April were managed in a way we would all want for our elderly relatives. But, the care in my mother's last few days was beyond everything we could have wished
for. The kindness and constant attention helped me too and, in fact, in the end all was calm and all was easy. Thank you.

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Review from Martin E (Son of Resident) published on 12 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Accommodated in a modern purpose-built complex, St Catherines View offers the best possible environment for the provision of excellent dementia care. Medical care benefits from having nurses onsite 24-7. Liaison with GPs and the hospital is seamless. Food is cooked from scratch onsite. It is first-class.
Full-time activity staff motivate residents and day trips feature. The quality of management and staff alike is unrivalled. From reception staff to nurses, carers and cleaners, they are, without exception, professional, polite and totally trustworthy. A splendid example of teamwork, professional development is encouraged, and staff turnover is low. I cannot recommend St Catherines View highly enough.

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Review from Nigel E (Son of Resident) published on 10 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was a resident of St Catherines Ciew for over nineteen months. Living only a short walk from the home, I was able to visit him many times and become acquainted with the staff whom I found to be professional, friendly and very caring. The home was well-appointed and comfortable. I believe that
my father could not have spent his final months in a better place. My brother and I were very happy with every aspect of St Catherines View.

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Review from A H (Wife of Resident) published on 5 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife is very happy in St Catherines View. She is well looked after by her carers, and the staff are always friendly and engaging with her. They are equally helpful and accommodating when the rest of the family visits.

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Review from Neil R (Son of Resident) published on 26 June 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

St Catherines View is a warm, welcoming place from the moment you walk through the front door. There are many staff who are attentive, patient, empathetic and alert to the resident's needs. When Mum has had medical issues, they have quickly noticed and worked with the NHS to resolve them. Everyone has
been so helpful and accommodating from the beginning of the process. We were very reticent about residential care, but bringing Mum to St Catherines View was a great decision.

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Review from M P (Husband of Resident) published on 4 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife settled very quickly - helped by the staff who always seem to have time for her, however busy they may be. The gardens are lovely with a lot of interest and very well looked after.

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Review from Susan S (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad went into St Catherines in April initially for respite. Over the last year, he had become increasingly unsettled as his dementia progressed, and we were concerned about how he would settle in a new environment. We researched a number of care homes, but St Catherines was frequently recommended
by friends and contacts, and I can see why. The whole team at St Catherines have been brilliant at settling him; through getting to know him and finding innovative ways of engaging and supporting him. They are highly professional and always so kind, friendly and patient. Within the limits of the periodic Covid restrictions, we can visit him often, and we are always made to feel welcome and part of the family. The team are open and honest when there are any problems, and we have a high degree of confidence in them. Dad loves the food and has a lovely room. We have come to the view that Dad will receive much better care and support at St Catherines, and he will now stay there.,,

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.967)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.967) out of 10 for St Catherines View is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.967 for St Catherines View is calculated as follows: ( (206 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 213 Ratings = 4.967

  • 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 St Catherines View is based on 18 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 57 registered maximum number of service users is 11.4, which has been reached with 18 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: 11 Aug 2023

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  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Outstanding

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

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Meet the Team (2)

Vanda

Vanda Baker

Job Title: Home Manager

Vanda leads the team and is ultimately responsible for every aspect of life in the home, ensuring the highest standards of care and service are delivered. Her door is always open if you have questions or queries.


Stefan

Stefan Zhelyazkov

Job Title: Clinical Lead

Stefan is responsible for leading the team of registered nurses and carers to meet the individual needs of the resident, through the delivery of consistently high levels of clinical care.


Frequently Asked Questions about St Catherines View

What types of Care is St Catherines View registered for?

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

What additional types of Care does St Catherines View provide?

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

How many Rooms does St Catherines View have?

There are 57 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at St Catherines View?

Own Furniture if required, 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 St Catherines View to the centre of Winchester?

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