Hollies

Hollies is a nursing home in Reading, in the West Berkshire council area, registered with the Care Quality Commission for up to 58 residents. It provides care for people living with dementia and older people. It is run by Optalis, which operates 7 care homes in England. The home has been registered since February 2025.

At its latest inspection, published June 2019, the CQC rated Hollies Good, which means the CQC found the service performing well and meeting its expectations. Ratings can change after a new inspection, so check the CQC report before you visit.

Hollies has not published its fees and we are still collecting figures for West Berkshire. Across England residential care usually costs £900 to £1,400 a week and nursing care £1,200 to £1,900. Ask the home for a written quote that lists what is included.

There are 46 registered care homes in West Berkshire. The nearest to Hollies include Kathleen House, Dimensions 43 Clayhill Road and Rowan Cottage. A live-in carer at home, an alternative many families compare, costs from about £1,120 a week.