Bennetts Castle Care Centre

Bennetts Castle, 244 Bennetts Castle Lane, Dagenham RM8 3UU
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8.7 68 Reviews
  • Bennetts Castle Care Centre, Dagenham
Bennetts Castle Care Home, in Dagenham, is a homely residence specialising in quality care for people who are living with dementia and other general nursing needs.

The home employs qualified and experienced nursing staff trained to respect the dignity of all those with care needs through individualised care plans. The service values its community reputation and keeps up-to-date with the requirements of regulators, as well as care sector developments and innovations.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Learning Disability / Autism
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Eating Disorders

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 66 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Fees dependant upon assessment.

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Owner

  • Bennetts Castle Ltd

Person in charge

  • Alina Radu (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 40+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2022
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (66)

Bennetts Castle Care Centre Reviews (68)

8.7

Bennetts Castle Care Centre has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.721) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bennetts Castle Care Centre has 68 reviews.

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Review from Michelle R (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can only thank the whole team at Bennetts Castle for the care that my late mum recieved. Also the compassion they showed us as a family, always happy to help and a friendly smile on arrival. I am so glad my mum had a good team looking after her.
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Review from Georgina T (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are thoroughly impressed with Bennetts Castle Care Home. Every member of staff is professional and friendly. They are looking after my mother who can no longer look after herself independently in her own home. Mum is being treated with dignity and respect. Her room is spacious and always exceptionally
clean. Staff are always available to answer our questions, whether in person or by telephone. The management is very approachable and helpful, and understand the needs and sensitivities of both the resident and family. Calls to the Home are answered promptly and our queries are dealt with immediately. The atmosphere is upbeat and positive. I cannot recommend Bennetts Castle Care Home more highly.
Reply from Joanne Barlow, Director at Bennetts Castle Care Centre

Thank you for such a wonderful review. We always appreciate feedback as the staff work so hard to create a wonderful home for all of our residents.

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Review from Carol P (Daughter of Resident) published on 14 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum has been in this care home since April. I have always found the staff to be very pleasant and very helpful, we cannot fault them in that respect. The room is always nice and clean and if you do have any problems the management are willing to listen and help to put things right.
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Review from R S (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bennetts Castle Care Centre is a wonderful care home. They have looked after our father so well. Kept him comfortable and in good condition at all times. Staff are very kind and attentive. Would highly recommend.
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Review from K G (Sister of Resident) published on 18 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My brother was "discharged to assess" to Bennetts Castle after a lengthy hospital stay. Although all agreed that it was not the ideal place for my brother (as he is in his 50s and other residents were much older), everyone worked hard to make his stay as pleasant as possible. The home was always exceptionally
clean, staff were pleasant and welcoming and we always felt the management team were "on our side." Through the NHS/adult social care processes, my brother is now doing well at home. Thank you to everyone at Bennetts Castle.
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Review from John P (Son of Resident) published on 27 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was admitted to Bennetts Castle Care Centre in February 2020 just before Covid. She hadn't been looking after herself but within a few weeks, she was much better. Mum had a great time in the home and enjoyed herself, taking part in the various activities. It was great to see her enjoy herself
once more. The carers and nurses took very good care of her, treating Mum with respect and kindness. The care centre is well managed and I always felt happy that Mum was safe and well looked after. The care home would always contact me if there were any issues with Mum, e.g. health or she was having a very confused day and wanted to talk to me.
I would say that the rooms are ok, they are bright and there is a pleasant outlook onto the gardens, especially if you are on the ground floor. The only issue I would have is that the rooms could be cleaner, e.g. cobwebs and I did ask on a couple of occasions for Mum's room to be cleaned.
Mum was treated with dignity when she passed.
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Review from Paul B (Son of Resident) published on 4 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mum was admitted due to end of life and was looked after by the carers and nurses with care, compassion and dignity.
My mum passed away recently and the staff hugged us and gave their condolences and a nurse said how sweet Mum was.
When possible, they took my mum out to the garden which she enjoyed.
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home is clean and the rooms are nice and bright with an en-suite toilet.
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Review from B H (Friend of Resident) published on 14 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My friend was cared for at Bennetts Castle Care Centre from January to July 2023. She was shown kindness and respect by the staff as her health, sadly, worsened. The care home staff are friendly and approachable and listen to any requests regarding care. The care home appears to run efficiently and
relatives and friends of residents are listened to and respected.
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Review from E R (Wife of Resident) published on 13 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband was lovingly and wonderfully cared for at this home for the past 4 years. He passed away in June 2023. His needs were extensive as he suffered from MS and was unable to do anything for himself. The home offered well-trained, compassionate staff and stimulating activities each day to join
in. Times of celebrations and garden parties where family and friends could join in are regularly organised. The menu is varied and cooked on the premises. Having experienced several care homes over the years for respite purposes, Bennetts Castle has provided a home from home and with understanding and love.
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Review from Debbie P (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father recently moved to Bennetts Castle Care Centre from another care home and I can't fault the care he has received so far. His room is lovely and is always kept clean. The staff have made him feel very welcome.
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Review from M K (Wife of Resident) published on 5 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband is treated with love, care and respect. The staff are very helpful and friendly. Management is easy to approach. My husband is well taken care of in terms of nutrition and personal care.
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Review from Y D (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy with the care my mum receives at Bennetts Castle Care Home. She is so well cared for and I could not ask for more. She is happy and smiling all the time. Everyone is kind, caring and very supportive of my mum and of us when we visit.
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Review from Dawn D (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 June 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff do an amazing job, looked after my father and supported his needs. Would highly recommend Bennetts Castle Care Home.
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Review from Pamela R (Wife of Resident) published on 21 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The overall experience of staff and carers was good. Friendly atmosphere and high-quality care provided.
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Review from John T (Son of Resident) published on 27 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but great things to say about the service and all staff here, from the excellent meeting with the manager before my dad moved in, to the exceptional care and friendliness of all the staff looking after him. Seeing him now interacting with others has bought happiness to the family. It
was solely missed in his later years but now is a relief to see this happening. Being able to make his room feel like a home from home is important and we have been able to do this. The nursing team is exceptional along with staff assisting with his food and also keeping the residents entertained. Well done to all, keep up the good work and thank you.
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Review from Rachel J (Niece of Resident) published on 9 February 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was extremely happy with the care my uncle received here. He thrived in this environment and appeared to make positive and happy relationships with all staff. He was sad when he was discharged as the home became his home. As a family, we are very happy and grateful for the care that my uncle has received.
Thank you to all staff.
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Review from M W (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
My mum was in the home for palliative care, as she had terminal cancer. Our experience of the home was awful. The food was poor, and very rarely hot. Sometimes they even forgot to ask her what she wanted, or even bring her anything at all. Near the end of her life, she was left overnight in a soaking
wet bed, even though she had pushed her alarm for help multiple times. While staying with her into the early hours, my family and I witnessed residents being shouted at and grabbed by staff. On the day mum died, we were told we could take as long as we needed to clear her room, two days later they were calling insisting we clear it immediately. All the directors and manager were interested in was filling the rooms and making money, they treated our complaints as meaningless. I feel sorry for the day staff who do their best but would not recommend anyone send their relatives here.
Reply from Joanne Barlow, Director at Bennetts Castle Care Centre

We are so sorry you feel this way, as you know your mum was visited regularly by the managers and directors and we had a lovely relationship with her, she always told us she had everything she needed and was being well looked after. We see our residents as family within our home and your statements are false and vicious and we won't accept them. Your mum was a very loved resident who was looked after by our amazing staff. We spent a huge amount of time with you also and were nothing but supportive to you and your family. Just to remind you, when you came to Bennetts Castle you made the same accusations about the previous home you were moving from and we supported you with your mum's move to our home. Please read our other reviews from all of our happy families. We wish you well and often think of your mum.

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Review from D C (Son of Resident) published on 5 January 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum was here for 6 months with many medical issues not curable. The staff were always at hand and when we visited at least five to six times a week they always listened to us. Mum was always in full capacity for making decisions, which was respected. If she did not feel like getting up due to her illnesses,
she was looked after in bed and waited on. Before Mum passed away in December 2022 she was being assessed and in her assessment, she had stated to the social worker while we were present, that she wanted to stay at Bennetts Castle Care Centre and not go anywhere else. During our time of visiting, we found all staff respectable and the care home manager gave us time to speak to us when we required updates. One thing we were impressed with was the knowledge individually the staff had about Mum and the interaction they had with her. They made us feel at ease, she had conversations with staff at lonely times. Facilities are good, food range is good, cleanliness no issues and staff are respectful.
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Review from Steven M (Brother of Resident) published on 23 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My brother was very well looked after and cared for by very friendly staff and enjoyed his stay very much. I would recommend this home to anybody looking for a care home.
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Review from David M (Son of Resident) published on 3 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
There is only one word to describe Bennetts Castle Care Centre - "excellent".
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Current Review Score: 8.7 (8.721)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.7 (8.721) out of 10 for Bennetts Castle Care Centre is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 5 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.9 out of 5 from 5 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.842 for Bennetts Castle Care Centre is calculated as follows: ( (50 Excellents x 5) + (5 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 57 Ratings = 4.842
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 3.879 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bennetts Castle Care Centre is based on 5 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 = 3.5
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 66 registered maximum number of service users is 13.2. 5 Positive Reviews ÷ 13.2 = 0.379
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 18 Apr 2023

Overall Good

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  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bennetts Castle Care Centre

What types of Care is Bennetts Castle Care Centre registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment & Eating Disorders are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Bennetts Castle Care Centre have?

There are 66 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Bennetts Castle Care Centre?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Bennetts Castle Care Centre to the centre of Dagenham?

1.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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