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Halstead Hall

Mount Hill, Braintree Road, Halstead, Essex CO9 1SL
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The home is lovely and comfortable, the staff are extremely helpful and kind as well as caring.C C(Resident / Service User)
Halstead Hall, Halstead
Food is first classR J(Resident / Service User)
Halstead Hall, Halstead
Thoroughly caring and friendly environment provided by all the staffDavid L(Son of Resident/Service User)
Halstead Hall, Halstead

Rated Good by the CQC, with "Well Led" rated Outstanding (December 2018), Halstead Hall is a residential and dementia care home set on an elevated position on the outskirts of Halstead in Essex, within 15 acres of gardens and grounds looking out across the Essex countryside. Approached from its own drive, set back from the main road, the home has period features that give it a regal quality with a...  

Care Provided by Halstead Hall

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 65 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential Care£850 - £1,745£935 - £1,745
Residential Dementia Care£850 - £1,745£935 - £1,745

Contact Halstead Hall to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

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

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Heather Choat (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 18+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2026
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (65)
  • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (8)

Visiting

  • The home is open to visitors

Parking

  • There is generous on-site parking available at all times

Halstead Hall Reviews (127)

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9.9

Halstead Hall has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.934) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Halstead Hall has 127 reviews.

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Review from Kirsty H (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Having visited on several occasions in the last few weeks (since Dad moved in) I am very much reassured that he is in the best hands.
Lovely staff, welcoming atmosphere, happy residents, beautiful location and rooms also very clean.
Proactive staff who get to know residents immediately and quickly feel like friends.

A real home from home.

Reply from Ruth French, Director at Halstead Hall

Thank you for your lovely review - we are so pleased you are enjoying coming to the home and happy with the care we provide.

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Review from Therese M (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother required 24-hour care after several falls and hospital stays. We looked at several homes but none came anywhere near Halstead Hall. Sadly Mum was only at the home five days, but during that time I cannot fault the care and attention to detail all staff provided. Even at the end, Mum was treated with dignity and we, as a family, were well looked after.

Reply from Ruth French, Director at Halstead Hall

Thank you for your kind comments. We are so pleased to hear of your positive experience at Halstead Hall.

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Review from John M (Son of Resident) published on 4 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Dad has been a resident at Halstead Hall since February and the care he has received has been excellent. All the staff spend time with him and also keep the family fully informed as to what is happening. I cannot recommend Halstead Hall highly enough.

Reply from Ruth French, Director at Halstead Hall

Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We are delighted that you are so happy with Halstead Hall.

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Review from Trevor B (Nephew of Resident) published on 4 June 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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Friendly staff and helpful. My uncle is very happy with his surroundings.
Comments often 'if I have to be in a home this one is very good'!

He has been unwell and rapid responses may have saved his life.

Reply from Ruth French, Director at Halstead Hall

It is really lovely to hear your excellent feedback about our home. Thank you so much!

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Review from Penny N (Friend of Resident) published on 31 May 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I visit Halstead Hall on a regular basis and I'm always greeted with a smile from the staff. They are so nice and friendly and nothing is too much trouble. It's always very clean and tidy and all the residents look happy and content. I love going there it's a very lovely place to be.

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Review from Catherine B (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 14 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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From the very first meeting at Halstead Hall, we were very impressed with the care offered. Staff are always welcoming and friendly and nothing seems too much trouble. We get a real family feeling each time we walk through the doors at Halstead hall and are always encouraged to take part. It really does feel like a home from home and each member is made to feel a very special part of a very special care home.

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Review from J G (Respite Resident) published on 19 December 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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After two weeks of respite care, following two hospital stays, I am feeling much better and ready to return to my normal life. This is due to all the kindness and care of the staff.

There is nothing they wouldn't do for you and will always stop for a friendly chat.

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Review from John W (Resident / Service User) published on 29 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are so friendly, kind and nothing seems to be a problem. The food is first class with a varied menu. All in a good experience telling me I made the right decision.

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Review from Alisa K (Daughter of Resident) published on 29 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Halstead Hall Care Home is a very warm welcoming care home where the residents come first. The staff at Halstead Hall Care Home from the management right through to the carers, chef, cleaners and all are so friendly and always have a chat and make you a cuppa. Mum has only been here for a few weeks but seems to be settling quite well and we're happy she's safe and well cared for.

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Review from Jacqueline P (Sister of Resident) published on 29 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Only visiting my brother, I have found everyone has been wonderful for him. Always smiles on everyone's face. When I arrive, they know me by name and treat me like a member of the family. I can relax and know my brother is being well looked after. I cannot praise them enough. Only visit in the evenings so cannot comment on activities.

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Review from David A (Cousin of Resident) published on 23 November 2018 Submitted via Website
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My cousin is in his 90's, is in good health for his age (with some on-going problems), and has a pronounced learning disability but is always cheerful and good-humoured with an acute awareness of what's going on around him. He is very well looked after and does, I believe, get very good medical attention. He loves the food and has made a friend with whom he usually sits. He currently has the best quality of life and care (loss of loved ones notwithstanding) that he has ever had.

He has a very nice room and the Home offers a good environment functionally and aesthetically. It is being refurbished to good effect. He is fond of the staff who all treat him very kindly. His face lights up whenever a regular member of staff comes by and they always acknowledge him even if heading elsewhere. It is clear that as a very vulnerable person he feels safe and confident here.

When phoning in, I can always find out how he is and have a strong sense that staff are up to date on residents' issues.

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Review from Amanda B (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Dad is happy and settled well.
All the girls look after him and make time for him.
They always make us welcome with a cup of tea and a chat.
They explain what dad has been doing all week.
His week always seems full.
He is fed well as he has put on weight.
He seems very happy.

We know he is safe and well looked after. All the girls are lovely.

Reply from Ruth French, Director at Halstead Hall

Thank you for your lovely words; we are so pleased your Dad is enjoying his time at Halstead Hall.

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Review from L J P (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Dad seems very happy.
All the girls are lovely.
They always tell us how dad is getting on and what he has been up to.
They involve him around the home as much as possible.
He loves walks in the garden.
I have no concerns about dad at all.

I know he is well looked after and they all take time with him.

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Review from Travis B (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 15 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Every time we visit the care home we are always welcomed with a friendly smile by the staff.
My father in law is very happy here and gets looked after very well.

There are always lots of events for him to join in and he loves it when the young children come.

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Review from P P (Stepson of Resident) published on 14 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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This care home has come a long way and the future looks terrific - very happy with my mum's care, staff are great and attentive.

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Review from Patrick K (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 14 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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My mother in law has only been in Halstead Hall for a week (after a 2-week hospital stay).
She was very frail and unhappy.
Every time I visit she looks better and is in a positive frame of mind.

I am amazed to see her dancing again.

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Review from Ernest H (Resident / Service User) published on 2 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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Manager very good - easy to get in touch with, a lot better than it used to be.

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Review from David P (Son of Resident) published on 2 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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very friendly and welcoming staff that made Mum feel at home. We were welcomed to visit at any time and was provided of Mum's progress.

The difference in Mum's behaviour (she is a dementia patient) was fantastic. She was so relaxed and smiley, it was a pleasure to see.

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Review from Rosemary R (Resident / Service User) published on 31 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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I am very happy in the home. Hope to stay here.

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Review from Derek N (Resident / Service User) published on 31 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card
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I recommend this home because they helped me get back to full health.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 25 December 2018
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  • CaringGood
  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledOutstanding
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  • 01 Jun 2026

    We're taking part in Care Home Open Week 2026! From Monday 15th to Sunday 21st June, Halstead Hall will be opening our doors to the community. We'd love for you...

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Meet the Team (3)

Heather Choat
Heather ChoatJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2018

Meet Heather - Home Manager at Halstead Hall Care Home

Heather has worked in the social care sector since 1990 and has been a Registered Manager since 1993. Holding the Registered Manager Level 4 Award, Heather brings extensive leadership experience, including working alongside the Care Quality Commission and supporting homes to achieve and maintain strong standards of care.

Working closely with residents, relatives and the team supports clear care planning, communication and daily wellbeing. A strong focus on person-centred care ensures individuals feel comfortable, respected and well supported within the home.

Leading Halstead Hall through a positive chapter remains a key priority, creating a consistent, welcoming environment where families feel confident in the care provided.

Providing reassurance, stability, and high-quality care helps residents and loved ones feel at home from the very beginning.

Matthew Scarlett
Matthew ScarlettJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 2020

Meet Matthew - Deputy Manager at Halstead Hall Care Home

Matthew brings 25 years of experience in the social care sector, progressing from kitchen assistant to Home Manager of a 65-bed residential care home. After a short period outside the sector, Matthew returned to care as a trainer and agency senior carer, later joining Halstead Hall as a permanent team member in 2019 and becoming Deputy Manager in September 2020.

Working closely with residents, relatives and the team supports consistent care planning, communication and daily wellbeing. A strong focus on person-centred care helps ensure support reflects individual needs, routines and preferences.

Reviewing practice, identifying improvements and supporting positive change remain an important part of the role, helping maintain high standards and a well-led environment for residents and colleagues.

Outside of work, Matthew spends time with his children and enjoys time at home.

Lisa Grimshaw
Lisa GrimshawJob Title:Home AdministratorJoined: 2018

Meet Lisa - Home Administrator at Halstead Hall Care Home

Lisa joined Stow Healthcare in 2018 at Halstead Hall Care Home and has 15 years of experience working as a care home administrator across a range of care settings.

Handling enquiries, admissions and daily communication supports residents and relatives during the move into the home and beyond. Regular interaction helps create a welcoming environment while ensuring the home runs smoothly.

Building relationships with residents and families is an important part of the role, helping people feel comfortable and supported.

Outside of work, Lisa enjoys spending time with children and meeting friends for long lunches.

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