Croft House Care Home

Braintree Road, Great Dunmow, CM6 1HR
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9.5 67 Reviews
  • Croft House Care Home, Great Dunmow
Croft House offers nursing, residential and short stay care. They’re here when you and your loved ones need them most. For planned respite or last- minute trips. A safe space to recover after an operation. To experience what their home’s like before moving long- term. To just relax. Whatever the reason, their doors are open.

Croft House is an elegant and spacious home situated within a leafy suburb close to Stansted Airport. The home is set in stunning, well-maintained gardens and is also situated within walking distance of the main high street of Great Dunmow, which is ideal for residents to get out and about.

At Croft House, staff take great care to focus on the person. It’s important for residents to feel at home, so staff create a friendly environment with an individually appropriate balance of care and independence.

Enjoying food is an important part of life. The chefs create well-crafted menus made with the freshest ingredients and they try to cater for all ethnicity groups. Soon after a resident arrives at Croft House, staff discuss their personal preferences and dietary needs with them.

There’s a real sense of community at Croft House. The staff love to discover what residents enjoy doing and the social calendar is organised around those interests. So whether your loved one already has a hobby or would like to take up a new one, there are lots of exciting activities to get involved in.

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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Eating Disorders

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 38 Service Users

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Pricing is subject to an assessment of care needs and the room chosen. There’s no need for your loved one to have Bupa health insurance, our Care Home is open to everyone. Please contact for more information.

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

  • Melanie Kemsley (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (38)

Visiting

  • The home is two minutes from the A120, just off Great Dunmow High Street. The nearest train station is nine miles away at Braintree, connecting you with London Liverpool Street.

Parking

  • On-site parking available.

Croft House Care Home Reviews (67)

9.5

Croft House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.517) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Croft House Care Home has 67 reviews.

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Review from P H (Son of Resident) published on 2 April 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
Nurses and care staff good and very friendly but on too many occasions short handed and therefore agency people used resulting in poorer care. Food poor (both how cooked and meal choices) but waiting staff excellent.
House-keeping poor - beds sometimes not made until afternoon.
Communal areas not
welcoming and often used for staff meetings.
Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Our resident’s health and well being is an absolute priority. We will discuss your feedback with the home’s manager to help us continually improve our service.

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Review from D B (Friend of Resident) published on 1 April 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great care home, fabulous staff, home well managed. Highly recommend this home, my friend receives fabulous, top quality care.
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Review from D W (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Have only good views about Croft House. If anything is raised they always respond to it.
Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your praise. We are glad to hear any of your concerns can be dealt with effectively.

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Review from S B (Son of Resident) published on 27 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My father was made very welcome from day one. The staff really go out of their way to accommodate your needs.
Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Croft House Care Home

We are very happy to hear you can feel at ease with your father in our care, thank you for the lovely feedback.

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Review from N E (Son of Resident) published on 13 February 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
Original care and room that was 'sold' to us are not what is being received. Numerous requests for outside assistance i.e. optician, dentist and hearing aid, has been left for us to chase a month later. The value for money is not as was described. My mother is unhappy with the food being served to her
and upon viewing I tend to agree. The care/medical is satisfactory but the 'extras' that were part of the attraction to this facility seem to be failing at this time.
Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We will discuss your feedback with the home’s manager to help us continually improve our service.

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Review from J E (Wife of Resident) published on 29 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so happy with the care of my husband.
The staff are so caring and go out of their way to meet his needs (he is very vulnerable). Everyone is treated with dignity and a very caring attitude!
We were at a different home and had to move as it was not suitable, but Croft House suppresses all expectations.
Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your kind words, we are very happy to hear you are satisfied with the care your husband receives.

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Review from J H (Widow Widower) published on 24 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My husband passed away peacefully - I was too late - the care by the nurse 100%. After a stay of 9 months, he went. I cannot express my gratitude enough. The home is a really caring environment. My husband was often in distress and quite angry at times. He was treated with dignity, respect and love.
I was at the home every day but 2 for 9 months. I was always made to feel welcome. I miss the visits.
Reply from Catherine Smith, Senior Marketing & Development Manager at Croft House Care Home

Please accept our most sincere condolences on your loss. It is lovely to hear how happy you were with your husband's care. I'd like to thank you for taking the time to review the home, and please, feel welcome to visit any time if it is something you would like to do. Best wishes.

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Review from R D (Respite Resident) published on 7 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I came for one-week respite care after an operation. I benefitted from the rest and attention and noticed that all staff were respectful, caring and attentive with residents, especially the less able. The housekeeping and laundry service were extremely good. The only niggle is the cost.
Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We will certainly pass your comments on to the manager.

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Review from S H (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
The care my mother had at Croft House was not good. She ended up in the hospital because the care was not up to standard. They were short-staffed which should not be the case for private. I would not recommend this care home. It has caused us all distress and it cost us a lot of money. Extremely disappointed.
Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Croft House Care Home

We are concerned to hear this. Could you please contact our Feedback Team by emailing feedback@bupa.com or calling 0113 381 6293 so we could discuss this further?

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Review from J G M (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 August 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Croft House has a warm and caring atmosphere.
Staff are kind, friendly and helpful.
Very happy to recommend.
Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your kind words, J G M.

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Review from G S (Husband of Resident) published on 22 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
1. The car parking facility at Croft House is woefully inadequate. Parking is required for staff, residents' relatives, tradesmen and deliveries, also ambulances on occasions. At residents and relatives meetings, BUPA has been requested to improve the situation by utilising part of the garden which
is totally overgrown but nothing has been done.
2. The person responsible for in-house activities has been off work for almost 2 months which has left a void in this field. Some form of back up is necessary to maintain a good activities programme.
Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. We will discuss your feedback with the home’s Manager to help us continually improve our service.

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Review from Joyce J (Friend of Resident) published on 16 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I visit twice or three times a week and I am given a welcome by all. On the whole, my friend is given good care by regular staff but things have sometimes gone awry and agency staff on the night shift.
I would add that when these things have been pointed out to management they have done their best
to solve things.
Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your review, Joyce. We are happy to hear you concerns have been addressed and hopefully you friend receives the best possible care with us.

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Review from S D (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
A resident for 3 yrs following a stroke. Adjusting to care in a residential setting has been emotionally difficult. Unable to access activities without staff initiating support. Staffing levels minimal so unable to leave room or bed regularly. Socially isolated - no activities for bed-bound residents
offered. Special diet required - no planning or thought to provide interest - Food from the catering staff for special diets.
Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. Our resident’s health and well being is an absolute priority. We will discuss your feedback with the home’s manager to help us continually improve our service.

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Review from G B (Husband of Resident) published on 9 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
1. I do have major concerns at the low level of staff available and in particular that the nursing station on floor 2 is closed for large parts of the day, which makes it very difficult to summon help quickly.
2. Staff would benefit from training in social skills, as some of their responses in conversation
provokes confrontation and upset.
Reply from Greta Narbutaityte, Customer Adviser at Croft House Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We will discuss your feedback with the home’s manager to help us continually improve our service.

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Review from Susan H (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
On the whole very happy.
The staff are all very kind.
Mum particularly enjoyed the Theatre trip and race night.
The window doesn't open very much and it can be very hot in the room, does have a fan which we provided.
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Review from Andrea H (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother is very happy in Croft House. She likes the food and the entertainment. Her medical needs are carefully monitored and the staff are kind and caring.
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Review from C R (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I find that nothing is too much trouble and enquiries are replied to satisfactorily. If there have been any problems, I have been contacted by phone and informed if it is urgent or not. The staff are particularly friendly and helpful at any time. Nothing unsatisfactory to relate to in my opinion.
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Review from Jenny W (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Carers are always so good when looking after my dad, they engage him in conversation and ensure that he has everything he needs. They were also very understanding when he became frustrated at times because of his restrictions. The management team have all been so helpful with the transition.
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Review from C S (Niece of Resident) published on 31 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Incredibly friendly, professional and courteous staff who treat residents with great kindness and respect. Visitors always welcomed warmly too.
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Review from D H (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 July 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My mother has been a resident 6 years. We have seen a number of managers come and go, some good, some definitely not. We are extremely hopeful with the new manager. The whole place has a different feel of friendliness and the staff seem so much happier which all reflects on the residents.
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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.517)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.517) out of 10 for Croft House Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 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 4.517 for Croft House Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (143 Excellents x 5) + (74 Goods x 4) + (12 Satisfactorys x 3) + (5 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 234 Ratings = 4.517
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Croft House Care Home is based on 19 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 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    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 38 registered maximum number of service users is 7.6, which has been reached with 19 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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: 14 Nov 2017

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Mel Kemsley

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2022

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We put our residents at the centre of everything we do and we're passionate about providing the best person-centred care with safety and the welfare of our residents being our top priority.


We have a superb team here and I’m confident that together, we can really make a difference to our resident’s lives and provide them with all the care and comfort in a home away from home environment.

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