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Wensley House

Bell Common, Epping CM16 4DL 

10 84 reviews
"Viewing Wensley House Residential Home for the first time a few months ago, my daughter and I were pleasantly received by the owner and…"   Read all 84 reviews

Tucked away, in a secluded forest surrounding, Wensley House is located just a stone’s throw from the charming town centre of Epping. All en-suite (some also with wet rooms) personalised rooms, a modern nurse call system, an advanced addressable fire… Read more about Wensley House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Younger Adults
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • Alcohol / Drug Misuse
  • 48 Rooms
  • from £1,300 / week
Glendale

14 Station Road, Felsted, Great Dunmow CM6 3HB 

10 86 reviews
"All the staff are extremely helpful and pleasant, and look after my mother with care and dignity.. I travel quite a distance to visit my…"   Read all 86 reviews

Situated in the charming village of Felsted, Glendale is a 20 bed Residential care home. A genuine homely atmosphere, easy access to local amenities, and 24 hour care are just a few features of the home. Glendale endeavours to ascertain your… Read more about Glendale

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 20 Rooms
  • from £1,700 / week
Eastham

Main Road, Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford CM3 8RF 

10 100 reviews
"The care home was a very welcoming and clean environment. The residents were very happy and engaged in activities.…"   Read all 100 reviews

Nestled atop a picturesque hill in Woodham Ferrers, Eastham Care Home offers breathtaking views of the Essex countryside. This historic gem, built in 1890 as a Vicarage, has been transformed into a haven of comfort and care for residents. Eastham's… Read more about Eastham

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 25 Rooms
  • from £1,250 / week
Firstlings

7 The Street, Heybridge, Maldon CM9 4NB 

10 75 reviews
"Very happy with firstlings , the staff are really friendly and helpful. My mums room is always clean and tidy and she is always dressed…"   Read all 75 reviews

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 people and elderly people with dementia. Firstlings… Read more about Firstlings

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 32 Rooms
  • from £1,400 / week
Ardtully Retirement Residence

Station Lane, Ingatestone CM4 0BL 

10 101 reviews
"The place is excellent, and the staff care for and look after my father very well. The activities are always fun, including parties for…"   Read all 101 reviews

Ardtully Retirement Residence is a charming care home located in the picturesque town of Ingatestone. With a capacity of 22 beds, this residence caters to individuals over the age of 65, providing a warm and welcoming environment for residents to call… Read more about Ardtully Retirement Residence

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders
  • 26 Rooms
  • from £1,800 / week
Sweyne Court

Hockley Road, Rayleigh SS6 8EB 

10 153 reviews
"I have been intending on doing a positive review for this home for months! This home has been a godsend and my father in law is very well…"   Read all 153 reviews
Group/Owner Excelcare

Sweyne Court is purpose-built, located in scenic surroundings and specialises in dementia care. All provision is personalised to the individual and strengthened by a key worker system. Professionals are skilled in supporting the challenges of memory… Read more about Sweyne Court

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 43 Rooms
  • from £1,400 / week
Belmont Lodge Care Centre

392/396 Fencepiece Road, Chigwell IG7 5DY 

9.9 126 reviews
"I see the change in Dad. He is happier, amazingly looked after and health overall is managed. When we visit we feel amongst friends rather…"   Read all 126 reviews

Welcome to Belmont Lodge Care Centre in Chigwell, Essex. Situated at the heart of a thriving community, Belmont Lodge offers 24-hour care for those over the age of 65. The home's highly-trained carers and visiting therapies team provide high quality,… Read more about Belmont Lodge Care Centre

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 46 Rooms
  • from £1,350 / week
The Lodge

82 Kirby Road, Walton on the Naze CO14 8RJ 

9.9 58 reviews
"We visit one a month roughly as we do not live near. It's a lovely place & my mother-in-law is very happy. The staff appear wonderful with…"   Read all 58 reviews

The Lodge provides short term respite care and longer term support for up to 36 Residents, including support for people living with a dementia. There are 18 bedrooms on the ground floor and 18 on the first floor. Access to the 1st floor can be gained… Read more about The Lodge

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 36 Rooms
  • from £1,100 / week
Weald Hall Care Home

Weald Hall Lane, Thornwood, Epping CM16 6ND 

9.9 85 reviews
"I don't usually write reviews. I've written fewer than ten in my life. When a company simply does what it's paid to do, I don't feel that…"   Read all 85 reviews

Weald Hall Care Home in Epping is a beautifully renovated home that offers a picturesque view of North Weald Airfield. The care home is known for its bustling social calendar, providing residents aged 65 and above with a variety of engaging activities… Read more about Weald Hall Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • 39 Rooms
  • from £2,200 / week
Old Shenfield Place

2 Hall Lane, Shenfield, Brentwood CM15 9AB 

9.9 71 reviews
"Both my sister and I would like to thank all the amazing staff at Old Shenfield Place (OSP) for caring for our lovely mum and dad in the…"   Read all 71 reviews

Old Shenfield Place is a lovingly renovated seventeenth-century building situated close to local amenities and public transport. Registered for thirty-one older people, the home is equipped to support effective care packages that suit personal needs… Read more about Old Shenfield Place

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 31 Rooms
  • from £1,400 / week

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Moat House Care Home

Moat Park Retirement Village, Great Easton, Great Dunmow CM6 2DL 

9.9 28 reviews
"Mums' care was inadequate at her previous "supported living" situation. I needed to find dementia care for her and visited many care homes…"   Read all 28 reviews
Group/Owner Country Court

Nestled within the Moat Park Retirement Village in Great Easton near Great Dunmow, Essex, Moat House Care Home has undergone a comprehensive transformation. With sixty beds and six meticulously designed suites, the refurbished facility is redefining… Read more about Moat House Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 66 Rooms
  • from £1,450 / week
Longfield

Fambridge Close, Maldon CM9 6DJ 

9.9 77 reviews
"From the moment we are greeted at the front door we realised that we are entering a very special place. All the staff are welcoming and…"   Read all 77 reviews
Group/Owner Excelcare

Longfield is a homely, comfortable single-storey care home in the pretty coastal town of Maldon, Essex. It specialises in caring for older people living with or without dementia. There is a large mature garden, summer house and two attractive… Read more about Longfield

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 40 Rooms
  • from £1,344 / week
Stanley Wilson Lodge

Four Acres, Saffron Walden CB11 3JE 

9.9 68 reviews
"My 90-something father is very happy and comfortable at Stanley Wilson Lodge. He's been there for nearly 12 months and throughout this…"   Read all 68 reviews
Group/Owner Excelcare

Stanley Wilson Lodge is a purpose-built 75 bedded home with en-suite facilities offering high-quality nursing, residential and dementia care. All services are built around each resident’s individual needs and preferences: Dementia residential – 22… Read more about Stanley Wilson Lodge

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 80 Rooms
  • from £1,800 / week
Boars Tye House

20 Boars Tye Road, Silver End, Witham CM8 3QA 

9.9 58 reviews
"My dad is currently at boars tye house and I can't speak highly enough about every member of staff , my dad is the best he has been in many…"   Read all 58 reviews

Boars Tye House specialises in a wide range of care requirements, being able to focus on skilled dementia thanks to a team of trained and well-resourced professionals, while also registered for palliative care. Alongside tailored provision the home… Read more about Boars Tye House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Mental Health
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 27 Rooms
  • from £1,200 / week
Carolyne House

Waterson Road, Chadwell St Mary, Grays RM16 4LD 

9.9 155 reviews
"The home is run excellent. Staff and management you could not wish for better. Milie is so happy here. Thank you.…"   Read all 155 reviews

Carolyne House is one of a number of care facilities in the area owned by care provider Runwood Homes, respected for an innovative approach to healthcare for the elderly and people with disabilities. The property can house up to fifty-two people in… Read more about Carolyne House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 53 Rooms
  • from £1,148 / week
Mistley Manor

2 Long Road, Mistley, Manningtree CO11 2HN 

9.9 69 reviews
"From first contact by telephone the staff at Mistley Manor were extremely helpful and professional. They made sure that mum was warmly…"   Read all 69 reviews

Mistley Manor is a luxury residential care environment, tailoring services to suit quality of life within a tranquil and rural setting. Versatile packages can include long-term care and respite, with the home also having the expertise to provide personalised… Read more about Mistley Manor

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 84 Rooms
  • from £1,000 / week
Hallmark Hutton View

3 Rayleigh Close, Hutton, Brentwood CM13 1AR 

9.9 61 reviews
"I felt that I was home from the moment I arrived a year ago. All the staff are my friends. Nothing is too much trouble, and I feel very…"   Read all 61 reviews

Close to the shops and cafés of Shenfield High Street and conveniently set back off the main road into town, Hallmark Hutton View is an elegantly designed home where residents thrive. Providing award-winning residential, dementia and nursing care, Hutton… Read more about Hallmark Hutton View

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 82 Rooms
  • from £1,950 / week
Silversprings

Tenpenny Hill, Thorrington, Colchester CO7 8JG 

9.9 155 reviews
"I can say that silversprings has been so good,i have been able to spend time being a daughter again not a care giver.staff are always…"   Read all 155 reviews
Group/Owner Care UK

Silversprings care home in Thorrington, Essex, is encompassed by stunning landscaped gardens. The kind and compassionate team at the home delivers personalised care services, including residential, nursing, dementia and short-term respite care, offering… Read more about Silversprings

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 64 Rooms
  • from £1,525 / week
Heron Court

198 Brentwood Road, Herongate, Brentwood CM13 3PN 

9.9 97 reviews
"The staff at Heron Court are so welcoming caring and kind to my mum. They respond quickly whenever we ask for something and my mum's room…"   Read all 97 reviews

Heron Court is a listed building full of charm and character. Its impressive front door waits to open you to welcome you into its warmth and friendliness. The gardens are lush and green and offer space to walk or sit quietly and enjoy the day and especially… Read more about Heron Court

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 35 Rooms
  • from £1,350 / week
The Corner House

67/69 Wash Lane, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1DB 

9.9 136 reviews
"Mum has been at the home for a year now and just celebrated her 90th birthday. We had a small family party and the home made it a really…"   Read all 136 reviews

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 landscaped gardens. The Corner House received an 'Outstanding'… Read more about The Corner House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • 57 Rooms
  • from £1,260 / week
Halstead Hall

Mount Hill, Braintree Road, Halstead CO9 1SL 

9.9 121 reviews
"My mother has become a resident at Halstead Hall and I cannot thank the team enough for their care and kindness given to my mum and our…"   Read all 121 reviews

Halstead Hall is a residential care home located in 15 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. The home provides long-term, respite and convalescence care for up to 65 residents. Halstead Hall offers a choice of high-quality, newly refurbished,… Read more about Halstead Hall

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 65 Rooms
  • from £1,445 / week
Redbond Lodge

Chequers Lane, Great Dunmow CM6 1EQ 

9.9 122 reviews
"My uncle who is 94 and before he went to Redbond Lodge his days were spent in isolation with no stimulation. But since he has been in…"   Read all 122 reviews

Redbond Lodge is set in the quiet and rural location of Great Dunmow. Although quiet places can be found if that is what you wish, it is a busy home and residents always involved in some event. The dining room changes with the calendar, Halloween, Guy… Read more about Redbond Lodge

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 83 Rooms
  • from £1,199 / week
Bradbury House

New Street, Braintree CM7 1ES 

9.9 75 reviews
"I have read the copy review and am very happy with the outcome. Home management can't do enough for relatives. Staff are first-class care…"   Read all 75 reviews
Group/Owner Aria Care

The home enjoys an enviable reputation for delivering the very highest standards of residential care in a homely and friendly environment in Braintree and is conveniently located close to a range of amenities including shops, cafés, pubs, a museum and… Read more about Bradbury House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • 21 Rooms
  • from £1,050 / week
Abbot Care Home

Partridge Road, Harlow CM18 6TD 

9.9 121 reviews
"An absolute brilliant experience for my sister the staff have been so good to her and to us.we are so happy that we got her in here before…"   Read all 121 reviews
Group/Owner Excelcare

Boasting plenty of green space including gorgeous landscaped gardens, Abbot Care Home offers long-term and respite care, including residential, residential dementia, nursing and end of life care. Offering homely comforts alongside a boutique finish,… Read more about Abbot Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 117 Rooms
  • from £1,300 / week
Bluebell Nursing & Residential Home

Stanley Road, Grays RM17 6QZ 

9.9 55 reviews
"This care home treated both my husband and me with complete dignity and respect during the final weeks of his life. The staff were always…"   Read all 55 reviews
Group/Owner DMP Healthcare

Bluebell Court is a thoughtfully designed, purpose-built care home in Grays, offering a comfortable and versatile lifestyle for up to 82 residents. Conveniently located near local shops, public transport, and within walking distance of Grays High… Read more about Bluebell Nursing & Residential Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 82 Rooms
  • from £1,350 / week
Woodbury Court

Tavistock Road, Laindon, Basildon SS15 5QQ 

9.8 141 reviews
"The wonderful staff at Woodbury Court have cared for my wife since 2020. She had advanced dementia and was treated with love, respect and…"   Read all 141 reviews

As you enter into Woodbury Court it seems very quiet and peaceful but as you move along the corridors and meet the residents and staff the home comes alive. Staff pride themselves on activity-based care and involve residents in all that they do. Promoting… Read more about Woodbury Court

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 94 Rooms
  • from £1,134 / week
Lime Court

Lime Avenue, Dovercourt, Harwich CO12 4DE 

9.8 96 reviews
"My Mum had only been in the care home for a short while but I have nothing but praise for the kindness shown to her. The home and all the…"   Read all 96 reviews
Group/Owner Excelcare

Lime Court is a 44-bed care home, including four double rooms, spread over two floors, with lift access and five separate themed lounges. The home specialises in dementia and care for elderly people, situated near the seafront and within easy reach of… Read more about Lime Court

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Acquired Brain Injury
  • 44 Rooms
  • from £1,175 / week
Braintree Mews Care Home - Avery Collection

Church Lane, Braintree CM7 5SE 

9.8 41 reviews
"Well designed & modern with many small areas for residents & visitors to sit and read/talk/socialise as you would at home. Good sized…"   Read all 41 reviews

Braintree Mews Care Home is ideally located just a 15-minute walk from the town centre, and offers top-notch dementia, residential and respite care. The team meticulously assess the unique needs of residents, ensuring tailored care plans are regularly… Read more about Braintree Mews Care Home - Avery Collection

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 75 Rooms
  • from £1,250 / week
Lyons Court Residential Care Home

Canvey Walk, North Springfield, Chelmsford CM1 6LB 

9.8 57 reviews
"We found Lyons Court to have a lovely friednly family atmosphere. The staff & managers did everything possible to make my father's stay a…"   Read all 57 reviews

Lyons Court is a beautiful home, with the main lounge area set in a converted timbered barn, with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the stunning gardens. With just 26 bedrooms and a team of staff who are passionate about enriching the lives of… Read more about Lyons Court Residential Care Home

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 26 Rooms
  • from £1,504 / week
Crowstone House

Crowstone Avenue, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 8HT 

9.8 90 reviews
"The bedrooms can be personalised by the residents or their families making it feel more homely. The care home is clean, nicely decorated…"   Read all 90 reviews

Crowstone House, which was rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC in January 2018, is situated on the sea front at Westcliff-on-Sea, the view from the main lounge overlooks the Thames Estuary and whether a beautiful sunny day or wild and windy the view is always… Read more about Crowstone House

  • Care Provided
  • Long Term/Permanent
  • Short Term/Respite
  • Older Person Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Palliative Care
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • 54 Rooms
  • from £1,122 / week