Beechlands

42 Alderton Hill, Loughton IG10 3JB
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8.4 4 Reviews
  • Beechlands, Loughton
Beechlands, run by Essex County Care, provides a homely and professional environment, with a focus on safeguarding the independence and individuality of all residents.

This charming two-storey mansion has en-suite rooms, excellent furnishings and tranquil gardens, ideal for access and comfort as well as a versatile daily lifestyle.

Many activities and entertainments are organised for the residents' enjoyment, while loved ones are made to feel welcome by a friendly team.

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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

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

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 28 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Other Care Provided

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

Facilities

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

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1530 – £1950
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1530 – £1950
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1530 – £1950
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1530 – £1950

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Beechlands to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

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

Good to Know

Owner

  • Essex County Care Ltd

Person in charge

  • Mylinah Vargas (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 50+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (24)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)

Beechlands Reviews (4)

8.4

Beechlands has a Review Score of 8.4 (8.357) out of 10, based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Beechlands has 4 reviews.

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Review from Kim C (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 May 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff at this home are brilliant, always providing excellent care, understanding the needs of mum, support our family and treating my mum with the utmost dignity. The rooms are always clean, food and drinks provided are of excellent quality, and activities are always arranged. In terms of value for
money, I do think over £7,000 per month is extortionate but do realise that other care homes charge the same and do not provide such good facilities, staff, activities as Beechlands do.

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Review from Eve Y (Wife of Resident) published on 15 May 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband has been a resident at Beechlands for over 3 years. Apart from the gardens being destroyed, very distressing for residents. His care could not have been better. All the staff, management treat him with great affection. Instead of deteriorating because of care received he has improved in so
many ways. We are both made to feel like one of the family which makes life at a difficult time much easier. Room only given satisfactory because of old carpet.

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Review from Ian G (Son of Resident) published on 19 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was resident from August 2014 until her death in January 2018 at the age of 97. The care provided has always been excellent. She was always comfortable and clean. She had a choice of food throughout the day which was freshly prepared on the premises by staff who took a pride in what was being
offered. She was actively encouraged to spend her daytimes in the communal areas and to participate in activities. The premises are of a traditional construction and have the appearance of a real home environment with bedrooms located off of communal areas which include basic kitchen facilities. The entire premises have always been well furnished, clean and fresh smelling with ornaments and flowers to create a homely atmosphere. There are proper arrangements in place for laundry, bathing, hairdressing and attendances by GPs, district nurses and chiropodists. The staff make real efforts to celebrate birthdays and national events in ways that engage the residents appropriately.

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Review from Diane C (Daughter of Resident) published on 5 July 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother lived here for just over a year, she had advanced Alzheimer's dementia and could no longer walk or talk.
Mum always loved her music so the staff made sure her headphones were charged for the next day.
The staff always smiled and made sure she always had a drink with a straw on her table,
we made jokes that the straws should be longer to fit into a jug.
Mum's room was a shared room with a wonderful lady over 100 years young as the home was fully occupied at the time.
The room was large and bright with a large bay window looking out to the garden which was on the ground floor just a few foot steps to the front parlour which was so homely. It was oldish, not posh but everyone there was happy due to the comfort, plenty of room and plenty to eat and drink.
The garden of the home is large with a couple of fish ponds, we enjoyed our time there and the garden fetes they put on.
Some of the staff have worked at the home for many years and are truly dedicated to caring for others.

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Current Review Score: 8.4 (8.357)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.4 (8.357) out of 10 for Beechlands is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 2 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.5 out of 5 from 2 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.875 for Beechlands is calculated as follows: ( (22 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 24 Ratings = 4.875

  • b) 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 3.482 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Beechlands is based on 2 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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 = 3.125

    • ii) 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 28 registered maximum number of service users is 5.6. 2 Positive Reviews ÷ 5.6 = 0.357

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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: 25 Apr 2019

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  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Meet the Team (1)

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Mylinah Vargas

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2004

Meet Mylinah, a dedicated and highly qualified professional with a vast background in nursing. Armed with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Mylinah embarked on her journey in the care industry in 2004 as a senior carer within the same esteemed company. Her passion for excellence and commitment to personal and professional development led her to pursue Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in home life and management training.


Over the years, Mylinah's unwavering dedication and exemplary leadership qualities propelled her through the ranks within the organization. In 2009, she started the role of a home manager at Beechlands, a role she has since embraced with grace and proficiency. As the home manager of Beechlands Care Home, Mylinah has brought her wealth of experience and compassionate approach to the forefront, creating a warm and nurturing environment for residents.


Mylinah's journey is a testament to her commitment to the well-being of others and her relentless pursuit of excellence in the field of care management. Her leadership at Beechlands reflects a seamless blend of clinical expertise, managerial acumen, and a genuine passion for enhancing the quality of life for residents under her care.

Frequently Asked Questions about Beechlands

What types of Care is Beechlands registered for?

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

How many Rooms does Beechlands have?

There are 24 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Beechlands?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Stairlift, 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 Beechlands to the centre of Loughton?

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

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