At The Willows Care Home in Shepshed, every resident becomes part of our extended Willows family. With a warm and welcoming atmosphere, a long-standing team of carers and a focus on meaningful connection – our care home is more than a place to live; it’s a place to belong.
We believe a care home should offer more than just medical and practical support. Belonging, dignity, and kindness are the human touches that brighten each day. But the story of The Willows, and the wider 3ab Care organisation, is rooted in something even deeper: a family’s personal promise.
Pharmacist Arvind Patel had a clear vision for care. With his three brothers, he turned that vision into 3ab Care Limited, not just another care home, but an organisation rooted in love, compassion, and respect.
The mission was deeply personal. Arvind and his brothers set out to create the standard of care they would have wanted for their own parents, had they been given the chance. That promise remains at the heart of every decision the organisation makes today.
Unlike many larger providers, 3ab Care Homes remain proudly family-run. With a family member involved in overseeing each home, compassion and personal attention are built into the care they provide.
As Arvind Patel, our Chairman, explains:
“We don’t just oversee care; we are personally invested in delivering the compassionate, dignified support our residents deserve. This philosophy has shaped not only our reputation but also the everyday experiences of our residents and their families.”
Choosing a care home is one of life’s most important and emotional decisions in life. Families are not just seeking professional support; they’re searching for reassurance, a feeling of complete trust, and a home-from-home environment. At 3ab Care, we know that the difference lies in the details.
With family members involved in the management of each home, our values remain consistent across the organisation. Families can feel confident that the people looking after their loved ones are personally committed to ensuring the highest standards at all times.
Our homes support a wide range of needs. From young and older adults who require assistance with daily living – to residents who need complex, round-the-clock nursing care. Every resident is treated as the amazing individual they are, with care tailored to their specific circumstances.
At 3ab Care Homes, life is about living well. Each of our homes has a dedicated activities team that creates daily opportunities for joy, connection, and purpose. From gardening, arts and crafts, gentle exercise, and music therapy – to reminiscence sessions that spark conversation, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Whether someone needs residential support or more complex nursing care, The Willows Care Home in Shepshed provides a full range of tailored services, always ensuring dignity and respect are at the heart of everything we do.
We are proud to offer:
🟢 Parkinson’s care – supporting mobility and managing medication effectively
🟢 PEG feeding – safe, hygienic nutritional care for residents who need extra support
🟢 Dementia care – a secure, structured environment for certain stages of dementia
🟢 End-of-life & palliative care – compassionate support, dignity, and pain relief in the final stages of life
🟢 Down syndrome & learning disabilities – inclusive, person-centred care focused on comfort and independence
🕒 24/7 professional support
Every 3ab Care Home, including The Willows, is supported by highly skilled professionals:
This ensures residents’ health and well-being are always prioritised, we even have an inhouse salon, giving families complete peace of mind.
Our wonderful Activities Co-ordinators, at The Willows Care Home, play a vital role in daily life, creating opportunities for joy, connection, and purpose. From gardening and arts to music, gentle exercise, games, and reminiscence sessions, every activity is designed to spark engagement and ensure there’s always something meaningful to enjoy.
We love celebrating birthdays, complete with a personal baked, in-house cake, as well as cultural events and seasonal occasions, ensuring every resident feels recognised and valued.
Shared meals and social gatherings bring our community together, while quiet spaces and one-to-one time provide comfort for those who prefer calm moments.
These activities don’t just fill the days; they help residents maintain independence, build friendships, and feel a genuine sense of belonging.
Over the years, 3ab Care Homes have earned a strong reputation and achieved high standards of quality and compliance. While we are proud of these accreditations, we believe that excellent care is about more than formal recognition.
It’s in the small details: a carer who remembers how a resident likes their tea, a nurse who takes extra time to explain a new medication – or a staff member who sits quietly with a resident who needs company. These moments of connection make the difference between a care home that provides services and one that truly feels like family.
From its earliest days, 3ab Care Limited has been built on love, respect, and a family’s promise. That promise is still alive today in all six of our homes throughout the Midlands and the Southwest.
At The Willows, Shepshed, Leicestershire, we are proud to play our part in this legacy – continuing to deliver compassionate, dignified, and personalised care for every resident who becomes part of our Willows family.
Because at the heart of 3ab Care, family isn’t just part of our history; it’s our way of caring. 💚
If you’d like to know more about The Willows Care Home in Shepshed, near Loughborough, we’d love to hear from you. Call Yvonne on 01509 650 559 to arrange a visit, meet our team, and see why The Willows is more than just a care home. Website
To learn more about the wider 3ab Care family of homes across the UK, visit our website today.