Our Care Home in Didcot

Located in the quiet railway town of Didcot, Oxfordshire, Valerian Court Care Home offers exceptional levels of Residential Care, Nursing Care, Dementia Care and Respite Care for up to 70 residents. The all-inclusive facilities we provide at our Didcot care home allow residents to have positive experiences with something new every day and enjoy a range of activities, including arts and crafts, a cinema room, entertainment and day trips into Didcot. We encourage our residents to continue with their favourite hobbies as well as explore new interests both within the home and the community.

Every aspect of Valerian Court is thoughtfully designed to help residents feel part of Didcot’s active local life, building connections with nearby groups, businesses and attractions. For our residents who require appointments with the GP or hospital, we are conveniently placed 1.3 miles away from Oak Tree Health Centre or a 16-minute drive from Abingdon Community Hospital.

Residential Care in Didcot

The residential care at Valerian Court offers comfort, companionship and peace of mind for those who would benefit from extra support with daily living. Residents can enjoy a friendly, sociable environment where staff are always on hand to help with everyday tasks like dressing and bathing, while maintaining as much independence as possible. Our nutritious home-cooked meals, engaging daily activities and a sense of continuity all contribute to a comfortable lifestyle for our residents.

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Dementia Care in Didcot

We are proud to provide dementia care at our Didcot care home, where we are able to support residents living with dementia. We understand that those with cognitive impairments require specialised support and our staff are fully trained and qualified to provide 24-hour, compassionate, specialist care. We work together to improve each resident’s quality of life by focusing on their passions, strengths and abilities. Together with family members or a loved one, we take the time to get to know each of our residents, allowing us to provide a tailored approach to their specialist dementia care to understand their personal needs and ensure comprehensive care is at the heart of everything we do.

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Nursing Care in Didcot

At Valerian Court, we proudly provide residents with around-the-clock nursing care in Didcot. Our qualified nurses are experienced in managing a wide range of conditions and work closely with GPs and local healthcare providers, including Abingdon Community Hospital, which is just a 16-minute drive away.

Clinical excellence is matched with genuine compassion at our Didcot nursing home, ensuring residents receive a holistic care service. Regular assessments and responsive care planning keep families informed and confident in the knowledge that their loved one is well cared for, in a comfortable, homely setting.

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Respite Care in Didcot

Our respite care offers temporary stays designed to support recovery or simply provide a change of scenery in a caring and welcoming environment. It’s also an ideal option for family caregivers in need of rest or planned time away. Whether staying for a short break or during convalescence, every guest enjoys the same attentive care, delicious meals and comfortable facilities as permanent residents.

The home’s close links with local healthcare services mean that respite guests benefit from continuity of care, making their stay as smooth and reassuring as possible. It’s the perfect opportunity to experience the community spirit and caring atmosphere that make Valerian Court a trusted name in Didcot.

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What You’ll Find at Valerian Court Care Home

Every aspect of our care home has been carefully built and designed to include a wide range of facilities and features that support our residents in living with comfort and convenience.

Personalised Digital Care Plans

Nursing Beds

Nurse Call Systems

GP Access

Optician Access

Dentist Access

Physiotherapist Access

Chiropodist Access

What’s Local to Valerian Court Care Home?

Residents at Valerian Court enjoy strong ties with the Didcot community through regular visits and events that celebrate local life. Common favourite destinations include Route One café, Chilton Garden Centre, and Cornerstone Café in Didcot, which provide familiar settings for socialising with loved ones or other residents. We also arrange outdoor recreation, including the Wallingford Accessible Boat Trips and monthly dementia sessions at the Harwellian Social Club

Those who prefer to stay close to town may prefer the Orchard Shopping Centre, Station Garden or the Ladygrove Pub. No matter what our residents are interested in, there is something for everybody to get involved in.

How To Find Us

We know that visitors may come from various places and won’t all have access to a car. Below, we have described the best ways to reach us from Oxford, Reading and Gloucester using public transport.

Visitors coming from Oxford can reach us by taking the Great Western Railway train to Didcot Parkway station. From here, they can either walk or get a taxi to reach our home. In total, the journey will take just under 30 minutes. If you prefer taking the bus, you can reach us using the X32 route from St Aldates to Oxford Centre. This would take just over 50 minutes in total.

If you are travelling from Reading, the most direct route would be to take the Great Western Railway train to Cardiff Central and get off at Didcot Parkway station. You are then less than a mile from Valerian Court, so we would recommend walking or getting a taxi. In total, this would take about 30 minutes.

The journey from Gloucester to Valerian Court would take about 1 hour and 20 minutes by taking the Great Western Railway service to London Paddington and getting off at Didcot Parkway Station. From here, you are only a 14-minute walk away from our Didcot care home.

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Life at Valerian Court Care Home

We aim to provide unrivalled levels of person-centred care alongside the finest possible quality of life here at Valerian Court. Our purpose-built care home in South Oxfordshire couples luxury accommodations and facilities with first-class care that is tailored to each resident. With the help of our all-inclusive facilities and services, our home is the perfect place to equip residents with all they need to live a varied and fulfilling life. In addition to supporting our residents’ health needs, we also aim to improve overall well-being with an active social life due to our varied activities programme. Residents can be seen continuing their hobbies, being pampered in our beauty salon or going out in the local areas to visit sites like Blenheim Palace or Oxford City Centre.