Dulas Court

Hereford · HR2 0HL

Care type
Residential Care Home
Indicative weekly fees
£1,400–£1,600/week
Inspection rating
GoodRating published Jun 2019
Capacity
31 beds
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RightCareHome analysisDecision snapshot

What the evidence shows

Dulas Court is listed as a residential care home. The published inspection rating is Good (Jun 2019). Family feedback highlights staff warmth and dedication. This topic appears in family feedback. Ask the home to explain its approach and compare it with the inspection findings.

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What stands out

  • Good inspection rating
  • Family feedback highlights staff warmth and dedication
  • Dementia support

Points to explore

  • Family feedback: value for money rated lower than other aspects, with several low ratings

Checks for any home

  • Whether the latest public records still match day-to-day care
  • How the home feels in the evening and at weekends
  • How consistent staffing feels in person from shift to shift
More facility details
Registered provider
Ms K A Rogers
Provider group
Herefordshire Care Homes
Local authority
Herefordshire, County of
Purpose built
No
Ensuite rooms
97%
Floors
2
Opened
1985

Provider network: 5 homes; 100% rated Good or better (4 Outstanding, 1 Good).

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Dulas Court Inspection Rating & History

The published overall inspection rating is Good. Review the dates and any findings below; a data review is not a new inspection.

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Inspection Ratings by Category

Safe
Good
Effective
Good
Caring
Good
Responsive
Outstanding
Well-Led
Good
Inspection record date
Inspection record review · Jul 2023

Routine inspection: Mar 2019

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Registered Manager
Rebecca Wendy Jane Williams
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RightCareHome analysisCare fit

Published care capabilities

Listed support includes dementia support, palliative or end-of-life support, wheelchair access. Confirm the support and environment needed for the individual person.

  • Dementia support
  • Palliative or end-of-life support
  • Wheelchair access
  • Secure garden or area
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Care Capabilities

Service Types

What type of care is provided

Residential Home

Specialisms

Specialist experience with

Dementia
Adults aged 65+

Conditions

Can support people living with

Alzheimer's
Vascular Dementia
Lewy Body Dementia
Frontotemporal Dementia
Stroke
Multiple Sclerosis
Palliative Care
Depression
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Anxiety
Schizophrenia
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Behavioural Support Signals

Trained to help with

Wandering and leaving the building
Aggression or challenging behaviour
Agitation and restlessness
Evening confusion (sundowning)
Exit-Seeking

Additional Condition Support

Additional support for

Bariatric Care
End-of-Life Care

Staffing

RightCareHome analysisStaffing evidence

Available information about staffing arrangements. Family descriptions of staff appear in the family experiences section; they are not verified staffing levels.

Round-the-clock nurse cover is not listed. Ask how overnight clinical needs are supported.
Specialist Staff
Physiotherapist
Registered Manager
Rebecca Wendy Jane Williams

Dulas Court: Weekly Fees & Funding Options

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Indicative weekly fees

£1,400–£1,600/week

≈ £6,088 - £6,957 per month (estimate)

Monthly estimate uses an average of 4.348 weeks per month.

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

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Published fee notes

Starts from £1,400 per week. Costs depend on the type of care and support required, as well as the room chosen.

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Dementia care
From £1,400/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.

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

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About this care homeProvider description, registration background and accreditations.

Background context

Home profile

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

Dulas Court is a residential care home in Hereford, West Midlands, operated by Ms K A Rogers since 2011. The home has 31 beds and is an inspection rating of Good. The home specialises in dementia care, including support for Alzheimer's, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia.

Contact & location

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Practical Information

Visitor Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Location & Neighbourhood

RightCareHome analysisNeighbourhood

Dulas, Ewyas Harold, Hereford, HR2 0HL

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Nearby Amenities

Bus Stops (500m)
2 stops

Daily Life

Will daily life feel comfortable and meaningful?

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Dining & Nutrition

1 dining services listed

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Dining Services

Special Occasion Meals
Communal Dining Room

Dietary Options

Halal
Kosher
Pureed
Soft Diet
Thickened Fluids
Diabetic
Low Sodium
Low Fat
Renal Diet
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
5/5
Food Hygiene Rating(inspected March 2026)
Food handling:Very good
Premises condition:Good
Food safety management:Very good
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Activities & Social Life

RightCareHome analysisDaily-life evidence

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

4 activities listed

Individual and group options available
Arts & Crafts
Music & Singing
Gardening
Yoga & Relaxation
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Facilities & Features

5 feature groups available

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Accessibility Features

Wheelchair Access
Lift
Stairlift
Hoists
Hospital Beds

Rooms

Ensuite
Single Rooms
Couples Rooms

Safety & Security

Nurse Call System
Secure Garden
Secure Unit
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Lifestyle & Amenities

Garden
WiFi
TV Lounge
Library
Hairdresser
Shop
Cafe
Bar
Cinema
Parking
Minibus

Medical & Therapy

Physiotherapy Room

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Next Steps

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

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Questions to Ask When Visiting Dulas Court

Take this care home visit checklist with you when you call or visit.

  1. Ask staff whether there have been recent changes in management or care approach in the past year.

  2. Ask how the current weekly or monthly fee compares to the advertised rate and what triggers additional charges

    Ask for a written breakdown of regular fees and optional extras.

  3. Ask to see a sample daily activity schedule and how staff encourage reluctant residents to join in

  4. Ask how staff support residents with dementia during periods of confusion or distress

Also ask about everyday care

  1. What actions followed the inspection report, and can you show examples?

  2. What are staffing levels on day and night shifts?

    Ask whether these numbers include agency staff.

  3. How are families updated when needs change?

  4. How often is the care plan reviewed, and who is involved?

  5. May we speak with a current resident family member?

Common Questions About Dulas Court

What does the inspection rating for Dulas Court show?

The published overall inspection rating is Good. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023.

Is Dulas Court a good care home?

The published overall inspection rating is Good. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023. Explore family feedback alongside the inspection findings. The combined public feedback rating is 5.0 out of 5. No current enforcement actions are recorded. The safest next step is to compare these signals with your visit questions and care needs.

How much does Dulas Court cost per week?

Indicative weekly fees at Dulas Court: £1,400–£1,600/week. Confirm your assessed quote, including care and extras, with the home.

Does Dulas Court accept NHS or local authority funding?

Dulas Court accepts self-funding, local authority funded, and NHS Continuing Healthcare residents. For NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility, refer to NHS guidelines.

Is Dulas Court a nursing home or a residential care home?

Dulas Court is registered as a residential care home. Personal care is the listed service. Ask how visiting clinicians and overnight clinical needs are supported.

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Does Dulas Court provide dementia care?

Dulas Court specialises in dementia care. This includes Alzheimer's disease support. The home is registered for this specialism.

How do we score dementia-specialist homes differently?

We do not treat the phrase 'dementia care' on its own as proof of quality. On RightCareHome, dementia-specialist homes are checked more carefully for dementia-specific fit signals such as whether dementia care is registered, whether secure or wandering support is clearly published, whether nursing cover is available when needs are more complex, and whether inspection or family feedback supports that positioning.

How many beds does Dulas Court have?

Dulas Court has 31 registered beds. Personal care is the listed service.

What do care home reviews say about Dulas Court?

Explore family feedback alongside the inspection findings. The combined public feedback rating is 5.0 out of 5. Family feedback highlights: Staff treat residents like family with genuine warmth and dignity; Person-centred care that adapts to individual needs, including dementia support; Dignified end-of-life care and support for families through bereavement.

Are Dulas Court's reviews enough to make a decision?

Dulas Court's public feedback assessment is useful, but it should not be the only reason to choose the home. Treat it as one evidence layer, then compare it with the inspection rating, safety and well-led domains, weekly fees, funding fit, and provider-record questions. Reviews are strongest when they confirm the same strengths or concerns that appear in inspection evidence and your visit questions.

Is Dulas Court safe?

The published inspection Safety rating for Dulas Court is "Good". No enforcement actions are currently recorded.

Has Dulas Court had enforcement actions?

There are no current enforcement actions recorded against Dulas Court in the inspection history.

What continuity questions should families ask Dulas Court?

Ask Dulas Court how care is kept consistent when staffing or residents' needs change, how families are informed about management changes, and what the contract says about notice periods and deposits. Discuss these points with the manager during your visit and ask for key commitments in writing.

What should I compare before choosing Dulas Court?

Before choosing Dulas Court, compare published inspection overall, Safe, and Well-Led ratings with their inspection history, family review volume and repeated themes, published weekly fees and what is included, funding routes accepted by the home, and the operator’s public company records. Compare these points with other care homes in Hereford to find the best fit for your relative’s care needs, budget and visiting arrangements.

Is Dulas Court's inspection rating improving or declining?

The inspection history for Dulas Court looks stable rather than clearly improving or declining. The inspection record was reviewed on 6 July 2023.

What is Dulas Court's food hygiene rating?

Dulas Court currently has a food hygiene hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The food hygiene record is dated 12 March 2026.

What questions should I ask when visiting Dulas Court?

When visiting Dulas Court, start by asking the team to ask to see the latest inspection report and what has changed since it, ask how staffing levels work on day and night shifts, and ask how families are updated when needs change. These questions help you test whether the public picture on this page still matches day-to-day reality inside the home.

What does our visit checklist include for Dulas Court?

Our visit checklist for Dulas Court starts with the basics families often miss: the latest inspection report, staffing levels across day and night shifts, how the team updates relatives when needs change, and how care plans are reviewed in practice. On RightCareHome, the page-level checklist is then extended with personalised follow-up questions based on the home’s inspection, review, provider-record and practical signals.

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Topics to take into your visit

  • 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 should you ask on your visit?

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