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carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2018

carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards East of England 2018


These awards are based on reviews from residents, service users, and their families and friends. Read more about the carehome.co.uk 2018 Awards

Winners ordered alphabetically

Alderwood Care Home
39 Essex Hall Road, Colchester CO1 1ZP
10 105 reviews
Alderwood Care Home, Colchester, Essex
"Mum has been here since January and has settled in so very well, she participates in all the activities and especially enjoys the Friday…"  Read all 105 reviews
  • 65 Rooms
Group/Owner Carebase

Alderwood Care Home provides award-winning, person-centred residential, nursing and dementia care from a skilled and passionate team. Rated as ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission* (CQC), it ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Annandale Lodge Care Home
8 Linden Road, Bedford MK40 2DA
9.8 69 reviews
Annandale Lodge Care Home, Bedford, Bedfordshire
"Our mother was at Annandale Lodge for just over two years until she sadly passed away last month. We'd like to say a huge thank you to the…"  Read all 69 reviews
  • from £1,331 / week
  • 26 Rooms
Group/Owner Lansglade Homes Ltd

Annandale Lodge provides high standards of nursing and residential care for older people, those who are frail and those who are living with complex needs. The home is located in a quiet area near ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Barchester Longueville Court Care Home
The Village Green, Orton Longueville, Peterborough PE2 7DN
9.8 133 reviews
Barchester Longueville Court Care Home, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
"This review is dedicated entirely to the angels who work in Skylark. My darling dad was a resident for six months, until his recent…"  Read all 133 reviews
  • from £1,641 / week
  • 109 Rooms
Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Barchester Longueville Court Care Home makes the most of lovely grounds and a versatile interior to provide top quality nursing and residential care, with carers and nurses available ... Read more

Older Person CareYounger Adult Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Baylham Care Home
Upper Street, Baylham, Ipswich IP6 8JR
9.4 79 reviews
Baylham Care Home, Ipswich, Suffolk
"My dad moved in the home a week and a half ago. Rooms are a great size with ensuite . Tv in room . Very spacious place for my dad to walk…"  Read all 79 reviews
  • from £1,395 / week
  • 55 Rooms
Group/Owner Kinly Care

Welcome to Baylham Care Home, where expert-led nursing care is provided in a compassionate and supportive environment. Surrounded by countryside in the peaceful village of Baylham, the home offers ... Read more

Older Person CareYounger Adult Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
Broadland View Care Home
147 Yarmouth Road, Norwich NR7 0SA
8.2 88 reviews
Broadland View Care Home, Norwich, Norfolk
"My sister has been very well cared for in Broadland View for the past few years. The home is very well managed, is clean & serves very…"  Read all 88 reviews
  • from £1,100 / week
  • 26 Rooms

Broadland View Care Home is an elegant, privately run care home situated on the outskirts of Norwich, overlooking the picturesque Yare Valley. The home offers a warm and welcoming environment ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Brooklands Care Home
Costessey Lane, Drayton, Norwich NR8 6HB
9.8 83 reviews
Brooklands Care Home, Norwich, Norfolk
"It was my second visit to the home, to visit my aunty and she does love it, also the place was emaculate, her room and the surrounding…"  Read all 83 reviews
  • from £1,400 / week
  • 70 Rooms
Group/Owner Carebase

Brooklands Care Home provides high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia care with love, compassion, and tenderness. The skilled and experienced team takes time to gain a deep understanding ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
Cooperscroft
Coopers Lane Road, Potters Bar EN6 4AE
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 123 reviews
Cooperscroft, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"One word in all respects - Excellent. Particularly the arrival all aspects covere admirably by Dawn. Many thanks.…"  Read all 123 reviews
  • from £2,169 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner TLC Care Ltd

Cooperscroft Care Home, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission (January 2024), is situated in the quiet town of Potters Bar. It offers specialist nursing and dementia care in a peaceful, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Mental Health Care
The Corner House
67/69 Wash Lane, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1DB
9.9 141 reviews
The Corner House, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex
"I have been visiting from Australia. It was lovely to see my mum being care for so well. The staff are very caring and compassionate. Food…"  Read all 141 reviews
  • from £1,350 / week
  • 57 Rooms
Group/Owner Care Fulfilment Ltd

The Corner House is a family run Care Home (since 1999), situated close to the Sea Front. They welcome you to come and visit the home which boasts beautifully decorated en suite rooms, and spacious ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability Care
Corner Lodge
185/193 Meadow Way, Jaywick Sands, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 2HP
9.6 125 reviews
Corner Lodge, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex
"Mum has been at Corner Lodge for 1 year. She is happy & settled. The regular activities offered keep her entertained & physically &…"  Read all 125 reviews
  • from £1,000 / week
  • 48 Rooms
Group/Owner Care Fulfilment Ltd

Located on the Essex Coast, Corner Lodge is a purpose-built home designed to provide dementia care in a homely, comfortable, bright, and secure environment. Corner Lodge offers: • 24-hour ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
De Lucy House
40 Victoria Road, Diss IP22 4HZ
9.9 98 reviews
De Lucy House, Diss, Norfolk
"Entire home is immaculate. Never smells. Laundry facilities are excellent. Care and attentiveness very good. Sometimes the food could be…"  Read all 98 reviews
  • from £1,525 / week
  • 60 Rooms
Group/Owner Greensleeves Care

De Lucy House is a leading not-for-profit care home in Diss, rated 'Good' by the CQC (February 2021). Purpose-built with a modern design and a strong community atmosphere, it provides person-centred ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Firstlings
7 The Street, Heybridge, Maldon CM9 4NB
Top 20 carehome award certificate
9.7 76 reviews
Firstlings, Maldon, Essex
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"We are delighted with the care and support Dad gets at Firstlings. We find all the staff caring and they treat Dad with kindness and…"  Read all 76 reviews
  • from £1,400 / week
  • 32 Rooms
Group/Owner Sohal Healthcare Ltd

Firstlings has been established since 1986 and has an excellent reputation within the area. Firstlings is located in Maldon and is very near to lots of local amenities. The home welcomes elderly ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Gables
1 East Park Street, Chatteris PE16 6LA
Top 20 carehome award certificate
10 85 reviews
The Gables, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire
Top 20 carehome award certificate
"My sister is very happy enjoys the food and entertainment has made some friends and the staff are very friendly and helpful generally all…"  Read all 85 reviews
  • from £1,100 / week
  • 49 Rooms
Group/Owner Black Swan Care Group

The Gables care home is situated in the market town of Chatteris, 24 miles from Cambridge, 20 miles from Peterborough and 12 miles from Huntingdon. The team provide short-term, respite and longer ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Kathryn Court
84 Ness Road, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea SS3 9DH
9.8 81 reviews
Kathryn Court, Southend-on-Sea, Essex
"On every visit I always find the staff to be very friendly, kind and helpful. My mother is cared for very well at the home and I feel that…"  Read all 81 reviews
  • from £1,300 / week
  • 52 Rooms
Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Kathryn Court is a comfortable and friendly care home in the heart of Shoeburyness, Essex. This 52-bed Runwood Homes facility provides expert care for older people, including those living with ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
The Laurels
130/134 Church End Lane, Runwell, Wickford SS11 7DP
9.4 57 reviews
The Laurels, Wickford, Essex
"My mum has been in the Laurels for a year now,my mum could not walk when she first arrived, now she is walking around, talking to…"  Read all 57 reviews
  • from £1,250 / week
  • 32 Rooms

Having just undergone complete refurbishment throughout, the Laurels offers first-class single bedroom accommodation over just two floors, served by a passenger lift. It enjoys a family atmosphere, ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Margaret House Residential and Dementia Care Home
Church End, Barley, Royston SG8 8JS
9.5 114 reviews
Margaret House Residential and Dementia Care Home, Royston, Cambridgeshire
"I have nothing but admiration for the level of care afforded to my late mother. The team were and are lovely and the environment positive…"  Read all 114 reviews
  • from £1,350 / week
  • 43 Rooms

Margaret House residential and dementia care home is an independent, award winning family-run business. Established in 1971, it offers long stay residential and dementia care as well as respite ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines
East Barton Road, Great Barton, Bury St Edmunds IP31 2RF
9.8 175 reviews
Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
"Mum moved into Montana in February following a stroke. We have been so impressed with the professional and compassionate treatment from all…"  Read all 175 reviews
  • from £1,000 / week
  • 19 Rooms
Group/Owner Grace and Compassion Benedictines CIO

Montana Care Home is a residential and nursing home with strong values, allowing residents to choose their own way of life and personalised support. They provide person centred care based on ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Montrose Care Home
95 Langley Road, Watford WD17 4PE
9.8 76 reviews
Montrose Care Home, Watford, Hertfordshire
"My Mum moved into Montrose care home in Watford over two years ago, at first she struggled making the move from her own home. She had…"  Read all 76 reviews
  • from £1,400 / week
  • 50 Rooms
Group/Owner B&M Care Ltd

Montrose is situated in a quiet residential road, a short distance from Watford town centre. The beautiful Cassiobury parklands and Whippendale woods are also close by. Montrose is a newly-built ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Uvedale Hall
Coddenham Road, Needham Market, Ipswich IP6 8AX
9.9 98 reviews
Uvedale Hall, Ipswich, Suffolk
"My relative is being well cared for here; we really couldn't ask for any more. Food is excellent, as is the cleanliness. Staff are…"  Read all 98 reviews
  • from £1,540 / week
  • 29 Rooms
Group/Owner Healthcare Homes Group Ltd

Uvedale Hall, nestled in the Suffolk town of Needham Market, offers a warm and caring home for up to 29 residents needing residential or respite care. Surrounded by a friendly community and close to ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care
Westerfield House Care Ltd
Westerfield House, Humber Doucy Lane, Ipswich IP4 3QG
9.6 71 reviews
Westerfield House Care Ltd, Ipswich, Suffolk
"All staff have been kind and helpful to us as a family at all times. We feel our loved one is safe and well cared for. They do their very…"  Read all 71 reviews
  • from £1,350 / week
  • 37 Rooms

Westerfield House offers luxury living in a beautiful Grade II listed mansion, situated on the outskirts of Ipswich. The home provides a range of flexible and tailored care packages designed to ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent CareRespite Care
  • Residential Care