
I couldn't recommend a place more than EasthamW H(Grandson of Resident/Service User)

the gardens are just wonderful to take my husband for a walk when the weather is suitable.S C(Wife of Resident/Service User)

the gardens and outlook are perfect for my dad who is a country boy at heart. Lots of wildlifeT G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I couldn't recommend a place more than EasthamW H(Grandson of Resident/Service User)

the gardens are just wonderful to take my husband for a walk when the weather is suitable.S C(Wife of Resident/Service User)

the gardens and outlook are perfect for my dad who is a country boy at heart. Lots of wildlifeT G(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

Nestled atop a picturesque hill in Woodham Ferrers, Eastham Care Home offers breathtaking views of the Essex countryside. This historic gem, built in 1890 as a Vicarage, has been transformed into a haven of comfort and care for residents.
Eastham's rich history adds unique charm to its warm atmosphere. In 1948, the Mayor and Burgess of East Ham acquired this beautiful property to serve the community - a legacy the team...
Care Provided by Eastham
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 25 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
- Own Furniture if required
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- 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 Eastham for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Eastham 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
- Karolyn Sisto (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2020
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (19)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
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.
Eastham Reviews (101)
Eastham has a Review Score of 10 (9.981) out of 10, based on 43 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Eastham has 101 reviews.
Mum has had a really bad year. Dad died in February so we decided to move mum from Suffolk to Essex to be closer to the family. Eastham have been very supportive with the move and also dealing with mum's dementia and stoma. I highly recommend Eastham. I researched a lot of homes as it was important to get mum's 'forever' home right. The staff are all amazing and nothing is too much trouble.
Thank you for your very kind words they are very much appreciated by all the staff here at Eastham.
I am so grateful for Eastham's care home. They provide a friendly, caring and safe environment for my great aunt. It is lovely to see her involved in a range of activities day to day, and so happy and comfortable. The home is always clean and has a very welcoming atmosphere with great staff. I always look forward to visiting my great-aunt. Thank you!
Thank you for your kind words, they are very much appreciated by all the staff at Eastham.
Best standards ever, my grandad has received the best possible care and I can't thank the workers enough. I couldn't recommend a place more than Eastham. The range of activities they put on makes all the residents time to much more enjoyable.
Thank you for your kind words, they are very much appreciated by all the staff at Eastham.
Very welcoming from the first visit. Attentive staff who show kindness. Residents well cared for always have a drink and snacks between mealtimes. Very warm and comfortable home. Efficient and knowledgeable office staff. My mother has settled well and enjoys the personal attention this smaller home affords.
Thank you very much for your kind words, they are most appreciated.
My mum has been a resident for one year now. The staff are great and I feel it's a lot to do with the leadership of the management team. Our wishes are always listened to and acted upon which has been important to us. Mum's individual needs have always been catered for. The food is always good and the room is kept clean. Overall, it's been excellent, making a difficult transition easier. Thank you.
Thank you so much, it is our pleasure having Mum living with us and thank you for taking the time for your comments.
Most impressed with Eastham's care. The standard they set I cannot fault. My husband has settled in very well. I forgot to enquire about daily activities, therefore I have not commented, having said that my husband is happy and comfortable. So I am happy.
Thank you for your kind comments. Our team at Eastham's are pleased that you and your family are happy with the care we provide and will continue to do so.
Unfortunately she became ill and had to go to hospital, as she became more ill and passed away peacefully.
Thank you for your kind comments. It was a pleasure caring for your sister and meeting you.
We wish the team all the very best for the future and would happily use their service again.
My mother can be very difficult. I have always found that she has been looked after with dignity. She is always clean and has been encouraged to eat properly. The staff are very good and kind.
A home from home with a lovely atmosphere. Very well run by the manager, nothing is ever too much for her.
Very clean home. The staff are so caring, kind, and dedicated to the residents and the smooth running of Eastham. Excellent home-cooked meals. Everyone working at Eastham is so friendly and always available to talk to if you need to discuss your family member.
Thank you for your review, Lorraine. Mealtimes are so important so it is nice to have lovely feedback.
My mother is very happy and settled and the staff are very efficient and extremely caring which is peace of mind for the family.
Thank you for your lovely review, it is such a pleasure hearing positive feedback from families and knowing the care we are providing is a peace of mind for yourselves.
Mum has settled in well. Staff are extremely caring and professional at all times.
Thank you for your lovely review and pleased to hear Mum has settled in well
They provide great care to my friend. The staff are attentive and friendly. My friend is treated with dignity and they really enjoyed the food.
Thank you for your lovely review, glad the food is enjoyed.
On arrival, staff always welcoming and helpful. Residents always appear clean and tidy, happy and cheerful environment. Well done Easthams!
Thank you for your kind comments about Eastham and the team.
Mum's new room is much better, cleaner and brighter. Staff are kind and friendly and do a difficult job very well under difficult circumstances. Not entirely sure what activities there are but it is important that residents are stimulated and not left to do nothing.
I am very pleased Mum likes her new room, I will be sure to send you some photos of Mum enjoying the activities.
After a trip to see my nan, a recent resident to Eastham Care Home, I would like to say thanks to all the staff and especially the manager who has gone above and beyond to make her comfortable and how welcome they have made her feel.
Thank you so much for your positive review and glad I could be of help to make the transition to Eastham easy for both your nan and your family.
My Nan has been a resident at Eastham for 14 months. We have always been able to see my nan when we want. The staff are always loving and caring towards my nan and her room is always clean and tidy. My nan is happy and settled here. We would highly recommend Eastham
Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. It is a pleasure caring for your nan at Eastham.
especially the puddings. The quality of her life improved due to her excellent nutrition, hygiene, and skincare. Her clothes were laundered and returned to her room efficiently. In Mum's last days the staff cared for her with compassion and kindness which was second to none. They supported us as a family too and for this, we will always be thankful.
Thank you for your kind words, it was a pleasure caring for your mum and she will be sadly missed at Eastham.
Overall mum is really happy here. There are days when mum feels like there has not been enough activity for them. The same with the food depending on who is cooking, some days are better than others. The staff have always been very helpful to me, my sister and to mum.
Hello, we are so grateful to hear how satisfied you are with your mother's care. Your feedback greatly enhances the care we provide to residents, and we are appreciative of your positive comments.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 05 March 2024Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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 (15) & Events (0)
- 04 Aug 2026
The People's Gallery once again welcomed visitors as Runwood Homes and Sanders Senior Living proudly hosted the third annual 'No Art Without Heart' Art Exhibition. The much-loved event showcased an...
- 26 May 2026
Residents, staff and supporters at Eastham Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes Group, are celebrating an extraordinary achievement after resident Harry successfully completed his much-anticipated wing walk on Saturday...
- 15 May 2026
There is great excitement at Eastham Care Home, part of the Runwood Homes Group, this week as special t-shirts have arrived ahead of resident Harry’s incredible wing walk challenge taking...
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Awards / Recognitions (11)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Eastham
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Eastham.
Meet the Team (5)

Welcome to Eastham Care Home, where compassionate care meets tranquil living.
I am Karolyn, the proud Home Manager, and I'm delighted to introduce you to our exceptional residential and dementia care home nestled in the picturesque village of Woodham Ferrers, just southeast of Chelmsford, Essex.
My journey with Runwood Homes spans 13 years, starting as a carer here at Eastham. Through dedication and passion, I've risen to the position of Home Manager. As a registered social worker, I also bring a unique perspective to our residents' holistic well-being.
Eastham Care Home offers a perfect blend of comfort and professional care with 22 beautifully furnished bedrooms, a spacious, airy dining room, two inviting lounges and homely designs throughout.
Our stunning location and thoughtfully designed spaces create a warm, welcoming environment where residents truly feel at home.
At Eastham, we prioritise health, well-being, and individualised care.
We are committed to tailoring our services to meet each resident's unique needs, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care in a supportive, nurturing atmosphere.
I look forward to welcoming you to Eastham Care Home.

Her career progression from carer to deputy manager demonstrates her commitment to the care sector and her natural leadership qualities. Outside of work, Amber treasures time spent with her family and her dogs.

Her journey from apprentice to team leader reflects her passion for caring and her continuous professional development within the organisation. Outside of work, Becca maintains an active lifestyle, enjoying regular gym sessions and spending quality time with her children.

Danielle finds the greatest satisfaction in her work through direct interaction with residents, focusing on creating enriching experiences that promote their wellbeing and happiness. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her young daughter, maintaining an active social life with friends, and exploring the local dining scene at new restaurants.

Charlotte finds genuine fulfilment in creating enjoyable dining experiences and building relationships with the residents she serves.
Outside of work, she maintains an active lifestyle through outdoor walking, continues to develop her culinary skills through baking, and enjoys organising special events that bring people together.
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