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Willowdene
Market Street, Tunstead, Norwich, NR12 8EL — Care Home
Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment
How Willowdene was rated
Rating published 26/11/2019. Read the full inspection report.
- 1 bedsRegistered capacity
- NorfolkCouncil for care funding
- 01603 737896Care home's own number
- Thera GroupOperator
- 1st August 2026Registered since
- Thera TrustRegistered provider
Care offered
Care types at Willowdene
Willowdene is a Care Home in Norwich, Norfolk, offering Residential, Learning Disability and Physical Disability care.
Willowdene was registered with the Care Quality Commission in August 2026. It is run by Thera Trust, a registered charity (charity number 1090163). Thera Trust runs 3 care homes in England registered with CQC, and is part of the Thera Group group.
CQC registers the home to care for older people, younger adults, people with physical disabilities and people with learning disabilities or autism.
Its current rating was inherited from the home's previous registration, which CQC does when a home changes provider. It reflects an inspection under the earlier owner until CQC inspects the home again.
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Support and specialisms
Support for
Disability support
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsWhat rating has Willowdene been given by the regulator?
The Care Quality Commission rated Willowdene "Good" overall, in its most recent report, published November 2019.
What types of care does Willowdene provide?
Willowdene provides Residential, Learning Disability and Physical Disability care.
How many beds does Willowdene have?
Willowdene is registered for 1 beds with the Care Quality Commission.
Who runs Willowdene?
Willowdene is run by Thera Trust, a registered charity (charity number 1090163). The provider runs 3 care homes in England registered with the Care Quality Commission and is part of the Thera Group group.
When was Willowdene registered with CQC?
Willowdene has been registered with the Care Quality Commission since August 2026. Its provider, Thera Trust, has held CQC registration since July 2026.
Who does Willowdene care for?
CQC registers Willowdene to care for older people, younger adults, people with physical disabilities and people with learning disabilities or autism.
Does Willowdene provide nursing care?
No. Willowdene is registered as a care home without nursing. Its staff give personal care, and residents who need nursing are usually visited by NHS community or district nurses.
Which council covers Willowdene?
Willowdene is in the Norfolk council area. The council carries out care needs assessments and decides council funding for residents who qualify.
Is live-in care an alternative to Willowdene?
For many families, yes. A live-in carer supports one person at home one-to-one in Norwich, so nobody has to move. It is often the clearer choice for a couple, since one carer can support both under a single weekly fee.