
he has been very happy and well looked after. I have always found the staff pleasantLyn C(Sister of Resident/Service User)



he has been very happy and well looked after. I have always found the staff pleasantLyn C(Sister of Resident/Service User)



Brewster House is situated in the Heybridge Basin with good transport links to nearby Maldon, Chelmsford and Witham.
The accommodation provided is over two floors and the rooms are all single with the exception of one premium double room, this would be lovely for a married couple; for sharing with a friend or if you wish just the luxury of having a magnificent room all to yourself.
Brewster House has an adjoining Day Centre - for further details please contact the Home Manager.
Care Provided by Brewster House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 74 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Brewster House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Brewster House 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
- Runwood Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Alin Cuciureanu(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2021
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (74)
Visiting
- Upon arriving at the home, please press the buzzer on the intercom. A member of staff will greet you shortly. The home kindly request that you sign the guestbook upon both arrival and departure. This helps maintain an accurate record of who is in the building. In the event of an emergency, please follow the designated safety protocols provided. Your cooperation ensures everyone's safety.
Parking
- The home includes dedicated parking spaces.
Brewster House Reviews (71)
Brewster House has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.546) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Brewster House has 71 reviews.
Have been coming for the last six months to visit an old friend. Always found the home to be helpful and attentive to all. I would highly recommend.
My dad has temporarily been put into a home. However, the staff are good. He had an infection and has been delirious, however he is improving and I have arranged with social services to bring him home. Disappointed that my father's belongings go missing, wash bag, 2 pairs of trousers, and shoes. He has been taken to the garden. Other than that all is well.
My brother was admitted to Brewster House in February 2020 following an R.T.A. During the 14-months that he's been living at the home, he has been very happy and well looked after. I have always found the staff pleasant and very helpful despite working in these difficult and trying times. They have gone above and beyond in helping residents and relatives to meet either by Skype or in-person, and the monthly Zoom meetings for management and the relatives are fantastic to hear what has and will be happening at the home. It also gives the relatives chance to voice their queries or concerns should they have any, as well as sharing ideas to help the residents feel at home and part of the community.
My Dad was cared for by the caring carers of Brewster House for the final few months of his life. It was an incredibly difficult time for my siblings and I and our children, as we had to come to terms with Dad and Grandad coming to the end of his life in the midst of the Covid19 restrictions. We knew that the staff were under additional pressures, with strict measures placed on care homes by the government, but there was something that gave us great comfort - our Dad was content and settled. He had lost his wife of over 60 years in 2019 and had broken both hips - he was very sad and grief-stricken. To have to go into a care home was a big blow to him, but the fact that he had peace of mind was a testament to the kindly, professional team. One of the managers even made sure to send his Bible with him, once the undertakers had arrived to take him into their care. It was an act of kindness that showed their respect for his spiritual values and their desire to dignify a person's life.
We were so very sad to say goodbye to the deputy manager today, as she leaves to return to her home country. She has been absolutely wonderful in her support of our dear Mum. Nothing has been too much trouble for her as she deals with some difficult situations with Mum. She is so very kind, sensitive and patient and goes way beyond the call of duty. We will miss her so much and wish her well in her future endeavours and feel sure she will be so highly valued in her next role.
My precious mother was looked after in a caring, compassionate way by all in Brewster House, especially the care staff in what could be a challenging environment at times. The care home was kept clean, residents had good food and plenty of it, as well as regular musical entertainment which was enjoyed by all. They also had plenty of stimulation in the form of games, i.e bingo, cooking and art, and singalongs with the staff. The hairdresser was always welcome. I would like to add that the staff were always pleasant and helpful to visitors, especially those who came regularly and we became friends. I feel that my mother was treated with dignity until the end of her life and would recommend Brewster House unreservedly to anyone looking for a good care home.
My wife was here for respite care and has been well treated and I was kept informed of any problems
My friend was well looked after by caring and friendly staff. Thank you to them.
All of the staff at Brewster House are very caring in all my mums time living in Brewster House, she had exceptional care. There is so much to senior care and I have nothing but praise for this team. Whenever I visited (and they did not know when) my mum was always clean and had a drink. She always enjoyed her food. Thank you to all of the staff for the love and care.
Nothing was too much trouble. Dad enjoyed his experience at Brewster House.
I am very happy with my mothers care at the home. She is always clean and tidy, never unhappy and the staff are always very helpful and friendly. Nothing seems too much for them.
My mother was struggling to cope at home and my wife and I were concerned for her health and wellbeing. But, since admission to Brewster House, her care has given her a new lease of life. The staff are attentive and provide an excellent service.
I found the staff very friendly and helpful and I never had any worries about Mum's care and safety.
But from the day I brought my mum to Brewster House the staff right from the managers to senior carers and carers, kitchen staff and admin staff all made my mum and us feel very safe, secure and caring which my mum enjoys. One example when I returned with mum from hospital we arrived back and mum felt at home and I felt a nice warm, homely, secure feeling, like coming home.
My relative has been very happy with the staff here. She has been very well treated. Rood is good. Room is very comfortable.
My care has been first class. It is clean and food is Ok. Peace and quiet when wanted and privacy when wanted.
It has been very hard for my sister and I making the choice of which home Mum should move into, but the staff at Brewster Home made the decision so much easier.
Mum seems very content and happy in this environment. The staff are lovely and spend time with Mum and are very patient. Her daily needs are looked after. Mum loves ice cream and biscuits and these requests are made.
A big thank you to all the staff.
Staff all excellent. On arrival always acknowledging you, saying 'hello' etc. My Father felt like people cared. A lovely atmosphere in general in the home.
Excellent service for what I can see friendly staff - very chatty.
The staff are very dedicated and caring, also friendly and approachable. I am so confident leaving my mum in a very safe and happy environment and more importantly, she is very happy and content there. The only downside, in my opinion, is the lack of any activities due to no 'activities organisers', the job is vacant at the moment. When the organiser was there my mum really enjoyed doing them as they were very stimulating for her. Hopefully, they will be able to resume their activities soon.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 07 February 2024Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (27) & Events (0)
- 17 Jul 2026
Residents, families, friends and staff at Brewster House care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, enjoyed a fantastic afternoon of music and dancing during a lively Country & Western-themed...
- 18 May 2026
Residents at Brewster House Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes Group, enjoyed a fun-filled and creative culinary experience after Hospitality Manager Chris Williams spent the day leading a hands-on...
- 15 May 2026
Residents, families, and staff at Brewster House Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes Group, came together on 8 May 2026 to celebrate VE Day with a heartwarming afternoon of...
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Awards / Recognitions (10)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Brewster House.
Meet the Team (4)

I started my career in care in 2014 as a Care Assistant at Loganberry Lodge. Over the years, I’ve progressed into leadership roles, gaining valuable experience that has led to my current position as Manager.
With a Bachelor’s Degree in Management, I bring strong skills in leadership, planning, and team coordination. My professional development includes training in dementia care, medicines optimisation, and evidence-based practice, which have strengthened my ability to provide high-quality, person-centred care.
I’ve completed advanced qualifications in health and social care leadership, focusing on safeguarding, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance. A Higher-Level Apprenticeship in Adult Social Care further reinforced my practical understanding of delivering care in line with national standards.
I believe in honesty, fairness, and mutual support. My focus is on fostering a safe, respectful environment for both residents and staff, ensuring care is always compassionate and tailored to individual needs.

My name is Leoni, and I have been part of the Runwood Homes family since summer 2020. Initially starting as a carer, I transitioned into the Lifestyle Coordinator role in summer 2023—a role that truly feels like my calling.
Before joining Brewster House, I worked in a bakery and wasn’t quite sure what my next steps would be. However, within just one week of working here, I realised I had found where I was meant to be.
As many residents and families know, I have a deep love for animals, especially dogs. My dog, Cash Tennessee, often visits the home and brings so much joy to everyone.
I cherish coming to work each day, engaging in conversations, having fun, and helping residents enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. It’s a privilege to be part of their lives, to plan trips and outings, and to make their wishes a reality whenever possible.
Being a Lifestyle Coordinator is more than just a job for me—it’s about building meaningful connections and making a positive impact on everyone at Brewster House.

I'm Paula. I am excited to have recently joined Brewster House as Unit Manager, working closely with Jenna, the Home Manager. My journey with Runwood Homes began approximately 15 years ago when I started as a Care Assistant. Over the years, I progressed to Senior Care Assistant and, for the past two years, have held the dual role of Unit Manager and Home Administrator.
I am passionate about building meaningful connections with our residents, their families, and friends. Ensuring that everyone in our care receives the highest standard of support and compassion is at the heart of everything I do.

Hi, I’m Andy, and I’m the Chef here at Brewster House.
My journey into the kitchen started somewhat by accident. When I was 17, my mum worked as a night senior in the care sector, which led me to take a kitchen porter job. From there, I worked my way up through the ranks, eventually becoming a chef.
I’ve now been at Brewster House for almost 3 years, and I’m proud to be part of a fantastic kitchen team. Together, we’re dedicated to creating delicious meals and providing excellent care for our wonderful residents.
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