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9.3 Group Review Score (the average from all locations with a review score)
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Cathena Healthcare is a privately owned, family run business who understands that moving out of your home is never an easy decision to make, but with the right care and support, it doesn’t have to be a frightening or worrying experience either. With a selection of nursing and residential care homes across Essex and Suffolk to choose from, they strive to make the transition to a nursing or residential care home as easy and as smooth as possible. To give further assurance to quality care provision, they are also regulated by the Care Quality Commission, who regularly inspect their services to ensure that they are delivering the highest levels of Safe, Caring, Effective, Responsive, and Well-led care.



At Cathena Healthcare, the team hold a strong philosophy that family values are key. They strive to deliver the highest quality of care to all residents, by getting to know the individual and their family/friends, spending valuable time in making each day special. The team are well-trained and highly qualified to ensure the best care is given, matched with high levels of enthusiasm for their roles. They believe that every single one of their residents should receive the best and most personal care possible, and that is why they make sure their facilities are welcoming, homely, secure, and well-resourced. They believe in promoting independence wherever possible with residents, providing them with comfort and love.


Cathena Healthcare offers 24-hour support, care, and attention, with staff doing their utmost to ensure that you are as comfortable and as well looked after as possible. You are encouraged to bring your personal effects with you to make the homes feel like home from home, but with the additional reassurance that there are always enough staff on duty to make sure your specific needs are catered for. Even if that’s a cup of tea, a sandwich, or just a chat, at 2am. Nothing is ever too much trouble.

Cathena Healthcare Ltd Locations (4)

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Oakwood House
Stollery Close, Grange Farm, Kesgrave, Ipswich IP5 2GD 
9.5 27 reviews
Oakwood House, Ipswich, Suffolk
"As a family, we are very grateful to the staff at Oakwood House for their kind support for my brother who has complex mental and physical…"   Read all 27 reviews
  • 24 Rooms
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Oakwood House is a nursing home that offers complex care specialising in mental health. Whether it’s reducing anxiety or pro-actively managing pain, knowing every resident individually lets staff ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care
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  • Dementia Residential Care
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  • Mental Health Care
Quenby Rest Home
Brightlingsea Road, Thorrington, Colchester CO7 8JH 
9.4 35 reviews
Quenby Rest Home, Colchester, Essex
"I have always found all staff very kind and caring it would be nice to have some of the old programmes on and nature programmes It is…"   Read all 35 reviews
  • 26 Rooms
Location Type Care Home

Quenby Rest Home is a residential care home for the elderly and is registered for dementia care. Situated in Thorrington Quenby is close to the idyllic town of Brightlingsea (Winner of Best small ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
Chantry House
Chantry Road, Saxmundham IP17 1DJ 
9.2 19 reviews
Chantry House, Saxmundham, Suffolk
"Since visiting my friend in Chantry House i have been very impressed with the care you have given my friend, caring thoughtful and just…"   Read all 19 reviews
  • 24 Rooms
Location Type Care Home

Chantry House is a specialist nursing care facility located in Saxmundham. The home provides care and support to residents living with a nursing need, dementia, challenging behaviour and mental ... Read more

Older Person Care Permanent Care Respite Care
  • Residential Care
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  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Learning Disability Care
  • Mental Health Care
Wickham House
Church Terrace, Wickham Market, Woodbridge IP13 0SG 
9.1 39 reviews
Wickham House, Woodbridge, Suffolk
"I highly recommend Wickham House. There is a sense of calm, warmth and togetherness on entering the building. The residents here are…"   Read all 39 reviews
  • 34 Rooms
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Wickham House offers dementia, nursing and disability care to up to 34 residents. Situated in a quiet residential area in the historic village of Wickham Market, Suffolk, the home is a few ... Read more

Older Person Care
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Cathena Healthcare Ltd Reviews (120)

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Cathena Healthcare Ltd has a Group Review Score of 9.3 (9.310) out of 10.
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Quenby Rest Home

from J M (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have always found all staff very kind and caring it would be nice to have some of the old programmes on and nature programmes It is always clean and tidy. The food is brillant it's all home cooked even the cooks are very caring it is lovely to see my dad watching the birds out the window he loves
watching them dad is always clean and we are always informed with updates on his care.
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Wickham House

from Jenny B (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend Wickham House. There is a sense of calm, warmth and togetherness on entering the building. The residents here are treated with the utmost respect and are really listened to. The bedrooms are homely, practical and very clean. There are communal areas looking out onto the pretty
garden. The meals look appetising and there are lots of tea breaks. The secure garden is of a good size and can be accessed at any time. The carers accompany residents on walks around the village and to the local tea room.
The staff at Wickham House are what makes this place so special. They are friendly, professional and kind. The care on offer here is of an exceptionally high standard.
Reply from Michelle Medway, Registered Manager at Wickham HouseThank you Jenny, these are very kind words about the care we provide - i will pass them onto the team
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Wickham House

from A W (Wife of Resident) published on 9 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are very patient and caring, particularly when dealing with some very challenging residents. I especially like the ready access to a sheltered garden. Being able to experience fresh air, I believe, is very important.
Reply from Michelle Medway, Registered Manager at Wickham HouseThank you Angela for this lovely review - I will pass it on to the team.
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Chantry House

from Pauline B (Friend of Resident) published on 11 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since visiting my friend in Chantry House i have been very impressed with the care you have given my friend, caring thoughtful and just amazing.
It's genuine and can tell from management level to carer's to cleaning staff nothing is to much trouble.
Thank you for all your hard work.
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Chantry House

from Kay A (Wife of Resident) published on 14 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband can really be challenging at times, but staff and carers including the nurses know his needs very well. I can honestly say that I am more than happy for him to be in there care with no issues at all. He's been there 3 years now and he seems to be settled most of the time, but he does have
his moments which is only to be expected.
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Chantry House

from Linda D (Sister of Resident) published on 6 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Have no complaints at all for the care that my sister receives. I only have praise for the carers and the staff here.
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Chantry House

from J D (Sister of Resident) published on 3 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister has lived at Chantry House since March 2025. My brother and two other sisters have no complaints. The staff and management are always welcoming and friendly. Our sister seems happy and contented, clean and well dressed.
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Wickham House

from Lee M (Son of Resident) published on 29 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wickham House is genuinely exceptional. No other care provision has done for my mum what Wickham House has. When the manager and deputy assessed her, they held her hand and reassured her that she would be well cared for at Wickham House. Management and the whole team have kept their word. From the manager
and deputy going in on Christmas Day to give residents gifts, displays of craft that residents make carefully displayed on the walls, beautifully presented afternoon teas from the thoughtful kitchen team, carers painting residents' nails, Easter chicks being brought in for residents to cuddle, to the regular singers and entertainment offered, the approach of the whole team is exemplary. Even when my mum has a difficult time, I am reassured that she is looked after with compassion, skill and expertise. In my experience of nearly two years, Wickham House is a care home that consistently goes above and beyond. I wholeheartedly recommend it without any reservation.
Reply from Michelle Medway, Registered Manager at Wickham HouseThank you Lee for these kind words, i will share them with the team.
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Wickham House

from T S (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
I would NOT recommend this care home.They don't have my Fathers interest and mental health as a top priority. I have been told personally that they do not have time to check the login book and it's only there for emergencies.So they don't have time to check the login book to see who is coming and going
from the building, allowing people to visit my father who does not like or know which effecting his mental health. My father's happiness and mental health is not a top priority. If you call up on a weekend there is nobody there to answer any questions regarding my fathers health, only Monday to Friday 9 to 5. There is lack of numbers of carers on each floor as a few incidents have occurred whilst I have been visiting and no one is available!The above date is ongoing and is now July 2025.I would rate this home 0 stars but I have to choice at least 1star and that 1star is for the food.
Reply from Michelle Medway, Registered Manager at Wickham HouseI am sorry you feel like this let me reassure you your father's care is a priority as is his mental health. I am available if you would like to discuss this further.
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Quenby Rest Home

from Alison G (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been a resident of Quenby rest home since Nov 2021. We absolutely struck gold when my sister and I chose Quenby for Mum. The care, love and support from the wonderful staff is second to none and we are always made to feel welcomed and part of the Quenby family when we visit mum. As mum's dementia
has progressed the care and management of her needs has been excellent, she always looks clean and comfortable and we are always promptly notified of any concerns or changes to mum's health and wellbeing. The food is always good and residents are served a healthy and balanced diet. Residents can partake in various activities each day including games and art. Throughout the year there are several events for families to attend including garden parties, music and singing, international food and music celebrations and of course the amazing Quenby Christmas party! The staff work incredibly hard to make these events happen so families can enjoy quality time with their loved ones.
Reply from Jill Sleeper, Home Manager at Quenby Rest HomeThank you for your positive feedback and kind comments I will pass your comments onto the staff team
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Wickham House

from Pamela O (Wife of Resident) published on 5 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My family and I highly recommend Wickham House. My husband has been ( and still can be!) most challenging but the staff have always treated him with dignity and respect , a little humour and genuine care. Wickham is a happy home, always welcoming, well-kept, with light, airy rooms and a very pretty,
easy accessible garden. The meals are very good too! We are so grateful that my husband was accepted there.
Reply from Michelle Medway, Registered Manager at Wickham HouseMany thanks for this lovely review Pam, i will feed this back to the staff.
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from P D (Brother of Resident) published on 16 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are always on hand, very friendly, and helpful. The home is always clean & airy, not too hot or cold.
My brother usually is relaxed (can be testing at times) & often falls asleep during our visits.
Reply from Michelle Medway, Registered Manager at Wickham HouseThank you for this, i will ensure this is passed onto the team
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from J H (Friend of Resident) published on 8 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been impressed with the friendliness, helpfulness and efficiency of all the staff. Always willing, whatever the problem or question.
Reply from Michelle Medway, Registered Manager at Wickham HouseThank you for you kind words, your feedback will be passed on to the team.
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Quenby Rest Home

from Jim G (Son of Resident) published on 1 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our mum has been a Quenby Rest Home resident for almost two years now. Prior to coming to Quenby Mum lived independently at home and had care staff helping her at home. Unfortunately, this became insufficient as Mum required more assistance and reassurance, particularly at night. Quenby has undoubtedly
provided great care and support to Mum and she is very contented at Quenby. Two members of staff in particular and the whole team at Quenby have been a massive reassurance to myself and my brother and our family.
Mum does have dementia but she is physically mobile and enjoys the garden and activities at Quenby. She particularly enjoys her trips to the library and to the coast with a staff member on the bus (Mum has a bus pass). A key quality of Quenby is that Mum has the chance to speak to staff and residents, she does enjoy chatting and socialising which she can do at Quenby much more so than when she was at home. Thank you to all the team at Quenby for taking such good care of Mum.
Reply from Nithyanand Navaneethakrishnan, Home Manager at Quenby Rest HomeThanks for your lovely feedback. Will pass along your feedback to our team members. If you have any suggestions to enhance the quality of our service, please let us know as well. Your feedback is always welcomed and appreciated. Thanks again for your kindness and support.
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Quenby Rest Home

from C B (Respite Resident) published on 31 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was absolutely delighted at the wonderful care, understanding and helpfulness of all of the staff at this home. They always were polite, helpful and pleased to help us gain our mobility and use of our body back after laying in the hospital with very little thought to our needs.
The food was very
good, with one particular lady who made home-cooked cakes, pies etc.
The home had an extremely friendly atmosphere, the permanent residents seemed really happy being there.
Reply from Nithyanand Navaneethakrishnan, Home Manager at Quenby Rest HomeThank you for your kind feedback. I will surely pass this on to my team. I'm really glad you have achieved the outcome you expected. I'll also pass your feedback to the RTH team. Take care.
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Wickham House

from Lorraine J (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my mother joined the home I have visited on many occasions, I always find the staff members and general atmosphere to be extremely welcoming. My mother is happy and content at Wickham House. The management team are beyond helpful, if there are any issues they will call to let you know immediately.
I get a strong impression they really care for the residents. My family are very grateful to the team at Wickham for making my mother's stay a happy and caring one.
Reply from Michelle Medway, Registered Manager at Wickham HouseThank you Lorraine for your kind words, I will pass this on to the team.
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Oakwood House

from Dawn B (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I have found the staff at Oakwood very polite and helpful. I can see that the nurses and the domestic staff are very caring to the residents in general. Mum's room is clean and tidy. Mum's room is always very clean and her clothes are her own not muddled up as I have known in other residences. The new
gardener is amazing and is making the home look very well presented. It's lovely to see this. I am aware of lots of activities for my mum. Sadly Mum has been in bed on one occasion in the morning. It was a shame she was not got up for this as she does like to be involved.
Reply from Michala Hartley-Brown, Manager at Oakwood HouseThank you very much for this positive feedback. I will ensure Mum is involved in all the activities unless she is physically unwell at the time.
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Oakwood House

from Sally T (Sister of Resident) published on 16 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a family, we are very grateful to the staff at Oakwood House for their kind support for my brother who has complex mental and physical needs.
It's a relief to know that he is in a safe place and being cared for by supportive and caring staff.
They have even given him daily tasks and interests by
purchasing tropical fish and budgerigars for my brother to assist with looking after and he was able to help with the setting up and then managing of the tank etc. This has given him purpose and has helped boost his feeling of self worth.
He often tells us of crafts and other entertainment he has been involved with the members of staff and they do their best to keep him occupied.
Reply from Michala Hartley-Brown, Manager at Oakwood HouseThank you very much for this wonderful feedback. Your brother is a wonderful asset to our home.
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Quenby Rest Home

from Jenna G (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 10 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My nan came here for a rest to homestay and now she doesn't want to go home! The staff are incredible. They are like a family and make you feel part of it. They are attentive and caring. Any sign of Nan not being 100% they are doing checks, samples and talking to the doctor. I could not be more grateful
for the team at Quenby. Also, the food is amazing! Always options and always fresh! Thank you, Quenby for making my nan comfortable, safe and happy.
Reply from Nithyanand Navaneethakrishnan, Home Manager at Quenby Rest HomeThank very much you, Jenna. I am so pleased that your experience is very positive so far with Quenby and the staff team. I will share your feedback with staff team as well. Thanks again.
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Oakwood House

from M C (Wife of Resident) published on 4 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband has been a resident of Oakwood House for nearly four years now. Where have those years gone as Oakwood just feels like our extended home. The management and staff are all so thoughtful and caring. They have patience and spend time with all the residents in their care, however complex needs
are. The activities team work wonders in providing a variety of special days which residents, their families and staff all take part in and enjoy. The garden has improved with a regular gardener who keeps it looking nice for all to enjoy. Oakwood is a happy, caring respectful environment for residents, their family and friends. Words can't express how grateful we are personally and would strongly recommend Oakwood to anyone who has a relative who needs specialist care that the home provides.
Reply from Michala Hartley-Brown, Manager at Oakwood HouseThank you very much for the wonderful review. Integration of residents' families is very important to us and the residents. We always aim for a homely environment where both residents and their relatives feel comfortable and inclusive
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How many Care Homes does Cathena Healthcare Ltd own?

Cathena Healthcare Ltd own 4 Care Homes.

Which Cathena Healthcare Ltd Care Homes have the highest review score?

Oakwood House, Quenby Rest Home & Chantry House have the highest review score.

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