Gwen Walford House

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Gwen Walford House is a nursing home in Hereford caring for older people who need qualified nursing alongside help with everyday life, including residents with a physical disability and people living with sight or hearing loss, and younger adults whose nursing needs are best met here.

Nurses are on duty day and night, which means medication, wound and pressure care and conditions that need close monitoring are managed here, and somebody who becomes unwell is seen straight away rather than waiting for an appointment.

Many of our residents are living with dementia. We keep the day calm and familiar, keep the same staff working with the same people and take time to understand what somebody means when speech has become difficult. For residents with a physical disability the right equipment is in place and staff are trained to help with moving and positioning comfortably. Where there is sight or hearing loss we adapt how we communicate, say who we are as we come into a room and take care not to move things without mentioning it.

Nursing is the foundation, not the purpose. Residents choose when they get up, what they eat, where they sit and who comes to visit.

Respite stays are available for people needing nursing support for a short period and for family carers who need a break. Please ring us if you would like to visit and look round.

Common questions about Gwen Walford House

Where is Gwen Walford House located?

Gwen Walford House is a nursing home in Hereford, Herefordshire, County of, HR1 1TH. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Gwen Walford House provide?

Gwen Walford House is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Gwen Walford House's CQC rating?

Gwen Walford House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 31 December 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Gwen Walford House provide dementia care?

Yes. Gwen Walford House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Gwen Walford House offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Gwen Walford House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact Gwen Walford House

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Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Dementia: Specialist support for people living with dementia, in a calm, familiar setting with trained staff.
  • Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment: Tailored support and adaptations for residents living with sight or hearing loss.
  • Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
  • Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
  • Nursing Care: Round-the-clock care from qualified nurses for residents with medical or complex health needs.

Questions families ask about Gwen Walford House

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Gwen Walford House is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move. Ask how they support people in the later stages. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

Yes. Gwen Walford House is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Gwen Walford House offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Gwen Walford House supports younger adults as well as older people. Source: CQC register

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

  • Latest inspection: 31 December 2025
  • Report published: 31 December 2025

Overall: Good

  • Safe: Good
  • Effective: Good
  • Caring: Good
  • Responsive: Good
  • Well-led: Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

Typical weekly fees in the West Midlands

Gwen Walford House has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the West Midlands, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the West Midlands, not a quote from Gwen Walford House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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