Sandiacre Court Care Centre

Sandiacre Court Care Centre is a purpose-built, 81-bed care home located on the border of Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, overlooking the Erewash Valley.

Operated by Hudson Healthcare, the facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of support, including residential, nursing, dementia, and short-term respite care.

Rated “Good” by the CQC, the home spans three floors, featuring comfortable en-suite bedrooms, light-filled lounges, a café area, and secure, mature gardens.

A dedicated top-floor suite is specifically designed for residents living with dementia, offering tailored safety and sensory comforts.

The home places a strong emphasis on person-centered care, fostering a tight-knit and vibrant community that prioritizes independence and dignity. This commitment to an engaging resident life is vividly documented on their active Facebook page, which serves as a transparent window into the daily routines and specialized programs tailored to residents’ interests.

Recent highlights from their social media showcase a rich, varied activity program:

• Art Therapy: Videos feature residents engaging in watercolor sessions, often run in collaboration with local charities like Creative Paths CIC to spark creativity and reminiscence.
• Music and Entertainment: Highly popular hymn sessions and sing-alongs bring residents together through faith and shared memory.
• Animal Visits: The home frequently hosts therapeutic animal encounters in their gardens, ranging from fluffy rabbits to touring birds of prey, providing joyful, sensory experiences.
• Fitness and Wellbeing: Specialised fitness sessions are held on-site to offer gentle, engaging physical workouts tailored to residents’ mobility levels.
• Celebrations: The community actively gathers to celebrate resident milestones and birthdays with cake, staff participation, and strong community spirit.

Through regular volunteer involvement and a thoughtfully structured yet flexible daily calendar, Sandiacre Court maintains a warm environment where residents can thrive both socially and emotionally.