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CQC record

Older inspection record

Provider public records

Net-assets position in the filed accounts

Why it may still merit consideration: Outstanding CQC rating and Dementia support.

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Decision summary

A plain-English view of what supports this option, what needs checking and what cannot be confirmed from public records.

Provider-record questions

Dated provider records, limitations and questions shown alongside staffing, inspection and review evidence.

Visit plan

15–28 questions tailored to the evidence and gaps found for this home.

Based on official and public evidence across 9 sections. Live fees, vacancies and anything only observable on a visit still need direct confirmation.

Evidence in favour

  • Outstanding CQC rating
  • Dementia support
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  • Vacancies published

Evidence to question

  • Public feedback averages 4.1/5 across 38 reviews
  • Older inspection record
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  • Company accounts date needs checking

Questions to verify directly

  • Whether the latest public records still match day-to-day care
  • How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
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  • How consistent staffing feels in person from shift to shift

Key facts in one place

Built from public and published information. Live fees, funding acceptance and vacancies can change, so confirm those directly with the home.

CQC now

Rated Outstanding · Latest CQC review Jul 2023

Official CQC record

Fees now

£9,775 - £9,783 / month (estimate)

Published weekly fee data · monthly figure estimated

Funding accepted

Currently shown as accepting self-funding, local authority-funded and NHS Continuing Healthcare residents.

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Visits & travel

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Public location data

Vacancies now

Vacancies currently available

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Provider records

1 point worth clarifying

Linked company record · 11812304

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More facility details
Registered provider
Vida Court Limited
Provider group
-
Local authority
North Yorkshire
Purpose built
Yes
Ensuite rooms
100%
Floors
3
Opened
2021
Nursing cover
Registered nurse shown 24/7
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Safety & Quality

What do the latest CQC results for Vida Court show?

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Vida Court CQC Rating & Inspection History

Source: Official CQC record · Latest CQC review · Jul 2023

Current inspection ratings, inspection timing, and how this home compares with its previous assessments.

Trend not rated · fewer than two comparable inspections
Outstanding for 2 years

Inspection Ratings by Category

Safe
Good
Effective
Good
Caring
Outstanding
Responsive
Outstanding
Well-Led
Outstanding
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CQC record date
Latest CQC review · Jul 2023
Older inspection record
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Registered Manager
Amanda Jane Whitehouse

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Provider Records

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Care & Medical

Can this home safely meet your care needs?

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Care Capabilities

Service Types

What type of care is provided

Nursing Home

Specialisms

Specialist experience with

Dementia
Mental Health
Physical Disability
Adults 65+

Conditions

Can support people living with

Alzheimer's
Vascular Dementia
Lewy Body Dementia
Frontotemporal Dementia
Parkinson's
Huntington's
Palliative Care
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Additional Condition Support

Additional support for

Challenging Behaviour
Speech/Communication
End-of-Life Care

Care Fit at a Glance

RightCareHome analysis Care fit

How well this home matches common care needs — based on registration data and services offered.

Likely a good fit if you need

  • Dementia support
  • Nursing care
  • 24/7 nurse cover
  • Wheelchair access
  • Secure garden/area
  • Palliative or end-of-life support

Important questions before deciding

  1. 1How do you tailor care plans in the first 2 weeks after move-in?
  2. 2How often are families updated, and who is the main contact?

Staffing

RightCareHome analysis Staffing evidence

What public sources tell us about staffing levels and employee experience.

Registered Nurse on Duty 24/7
Registered Manager
Amanda Jane Whitehouse

Nursing Procedures

Catheter Care

Medication Support

Medication Administration
Full Medication Management

Costs & Funding

Vida Court: Weekly Fees & Funding Options

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Costs & Funding

Source: Registration records

Estimated fees and funding options based on registration records and regional benchmarks.

Typical monthly cost (estimate)

≈ £9,775 - £9,783 per month

£2,248 - £2,250 per week

Estimate based on 52 weeks / 12 months.

You may pay less if council or NHS-funded care applies.

How this compares to the area benchmark

Band E·Premium

Council benchmark for this area: £1,521/wk

This home is priced £727/wk above the council rate — typical for self-funders in this area.

Dementia Care
£2,248 – £2,250
per week

How care at this home can be funded

Self-Funding

You pay the full fee directly if assessable capital exceeds £23,250. Between £14,250 and £23,250, tariff income applies.

Local Authority

Your council contributes based on a financial assessment. You may still pay a contribution.

NHS Continuing Healthcare

The NHS pays the full cost if your primary need is health-related. Requires a formal assessment.

Family Top-Up

The council pays a set rate and your family pays the difference to cover a higher-cost home.

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Family Reviews

Vida Court Care Home Reviews — What Families Say

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Care Home Check

Go deeper on the signals that matter

This page gives you the evidence summary. Care Home Check adds deeper interpretation: how much weight to place on each signal, whether the pattern should change your shortlist decision, and what to ask before you rely on it.

Questions this page cannot settle on its own

  • How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
  • How quickly call bells are answered in practice
  • Whether staffing continuity feels stable on the floor

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What you receive

  • What do provider records show?

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  • What do review patterns actually suggest?

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  • What should you ask on your visit?

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How much confidence the signals deserve, what they may mean together, and what to ask next

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About this care homeProvider description, registration background and accreditations.

Background context

Home profile

Provider and registration context for Vida Court, useful once you have already reviewed the main decision sections above.

Vida Court is a specialized dementia care home in Harrogate consisting of 8 small private individual homes with a total capacity for 100 residents. It offers residential and nursing dementia care in a state-of-the-art environment with facilities like a cinema, cafe, and sensory gardens.

Description source: Official registration profile

Dementia Friendly

Location & Practical

Will regular visits and day-to-day logistics be practical?

Travel time, nearby GP services, and neighbourhood safety — so the whole family can visit comfortably.

Practical Information

Visitor Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Location & Neighbourhood

RightCareHome analysis Neighbourhood

Beckwith Head Road, Beckwith, Harrogate, HG3 1RB

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Neighbourhood

Overall Neighbourhood Score
34/100

Nearest green space

0.8km away

Local amenities

4/10

Daily Life

Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?

Review activities, food quality, and facilities that most affect your relative's everyday wellbeing.

Explore daily life at this homeActivities, food and facilities available at this home.

Activities & Social Life

RightCareHome analysis Daily-life evidence

Social life, outings, and engagement programmes based on available information.

7 activities listed

Individual and group options available
Arts & Crafts
Music & Singing
Exercise Classes
Gardening
Reminiscence
Pet Therapy
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Religious Services
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One-to-one activity sessions
Organised group activities

Dining & Nutrition

5 dining services listed

Key nutrition points first

Dining Services

Professional Chef On-Site
Freshly Cooked Meals
Choice of Menu
Special Occasion Meals
Communal Dining Room
5/5
Food Hygiene Rating(inspected March 2025)
Hygiene:0/5
Structural:0/5
Management:0/5

Facilities & Features

4 feature groups available

Essential features shown first

Accessibility Features

Wheelchair Access
Lift
Hoists

Rooms

Ensuite
Single Rooms
Own Furniture
TV in Rooms

Safety & Security

Secure Garden
Secure Unit
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Lifestyle & Amenities

Garden
WiFi
TV Lounge
Chapel
Hairdresser
Shop
Cafe
Bar
Cinema
Parking
Minibus
Pets Allowed

Next Steps

Is Vida Court a good care home, and what should you do before deciding?

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Questions to Ask When Visiting Vida Court

Use this care home visit checklist at Vida Court to turn the public signals on this page into practical in-person checks before you decide.

What to test on your visit to Vida Court

  1. 1Ask how safety incidents are investigated and followed up.
  2. 2What has changed since the last inspection, and what would look different if the home were inspected again now?
  3. 3Check how activities are adapted for different ages and abilities.
  4. 4Ask about recent management changes and how families are kept informed.

Short care home visit checklist

Start with these core checks even if you already plan to ask the personalised questions above.

  • Is the latest inspection report visible in reception?

    Confirms transparency on current quality.

  • What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?

    Shows whether support is consistent around the clock.

  • How are families updated when needs change?

    Communication is usually a top concern for relatives.

  • Can we see an example care plan review timeline?

    Helps confirm how quickly the team adapts care.

  • May we speak with a current resident family member?

    Gives an independent perspective before deciding.

Common Questions About Vida Court

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Sources and editorial process
Sources: Official inspections, hygiene records, aggregated public feedback, financial filings, public statisticsOur methodology

Page refreshed September 2026. Inspection, finance, hygiene, and review sources update on different schedules, so always confirm final details directly with the care home.

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