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SENSE Holmlea is a CQC-registered residential care home based in Dereham, Norfolk. It is operated by Sense.
The home provides specialist care for sensory impairments, learning disabilities. Families looking for care in these areas can contact the home directly for availability and assessments.
As a residential care home, SENSE Holmlea provides 24-hour personal care and support for residents who need help with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meal times, in a safe and homely environment.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) last inspected SENSE Holmlea in September 2026 and rated the service as Good overall. This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations across safety, effectiveness, care quality, responsiveness, and leadership.
SENSE Holmlea is located in Dereham, within the Norfolk local authority area in East.
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| CQC Rating | Good |
| Address | 53a Shipdham Road, Toftwood, Toftwood, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1JL |
| Phone | 01362 854165 |
| Website | www.sense.org.uk |
| Local authority | Norfolk |
| Region | East |
| Last inspection | 16 September 2026 |
| Provider | Sense |
Is SENSE Holmlea registered with the CQC?
Yes. SENSE Holmlea is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. You can view the official CQC profile at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-120444738
What type of care does SENSE Holmlea provide?
SENSE Holmlea provides residential homes, specialising in sensory impairments, learning disabilities.
How do I contact SENSE Holmlea?
You can contact SENSE Holmlea by phone on 01362 854165, or visit them at 53a Shipdham Road, Toftwood, Toftwood, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1JL.
What is SENSE Holmlea's CQC rating?
SENSE Holmlea has been rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This means the home is performing well and meeting expectations. See the full CQC inspection report at https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-120444738
What are SENSE Holmlea's CQC domain ratings?
The CQC inspects care homes across five domains. SENSE Holmlea's latest published domain ratings are: Safe: Good, Effective: Good, Caring: Good, Responsive: Good, Well-led: Good.
How many care homes are in Dereham?
There are 25 CQC-registered care homes in Dereham. You can browse the full list at carehomeos.co.uk/care-homes/town/dereham.
Residential care homes provide 24-hour personal care and support for older adults or people with disabilities who are unable to live independently. Staff assist with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and meals in a homely environment.
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