Larchwood Care Home

108 Broad Road, Braintree CM7 9RX
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9.7 104 Reviews
  • Larchwood Care Home, Braintree
Larchwood Care Home, tucked away in a quiet, rural location just outside Braintree in Essex, provides personalised residential dementia care to older people.

Offering a welcoming setting, the purpose-built home boasts a variety of places to relax, dine and spend time with loved ones or fellow residents. Residents also benefit from a hairdressing salon, memory room and a sunny conservatory, while the attractive garden at Larchwood includes a delightful sensory area and a summer house and is the perfect place to enjoy the sunnier days.

With a wealth of knowledge and experience in the care sector, the friendly home manager leads the team at Larchwood to deliver the kindest possible care to residents. The professional care team takes the time to learn about each person's individual hobbies and interests, supporting residents to lead an active and fulfilling life. Whether it be continuing with well-loved hobbies or trying out something new, the detailed activities programme ensures every day offer something to look forward to.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 64 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Bar/Café
  • 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: from £1498

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Larchwood Care Home 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

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Donna Owen (Care Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (64)

Larchwood Care Home Reviews (104)

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Larchwood Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.721) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years.
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Review from Teresa W (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad was poorly and when hospital and respite in a care home he wasn't looking forward to it but the Larchwood care team made him at home and safe. He didn't want to come home which made it easier for us when the decision had to be made. The whole team go above and beyond the call of duty and nothing
is too much trouble. He has new teeth which he has wanted for years and Larchwood has so many things, that they sort everything out. I would be at a total loss without Larchwood and the management team as always there to help in any way.
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Review from Christina M (Sister of Resident) published on 10 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We came to see the country and western singer on the 22nd of August. We had a fantastic time. The weather wasn't good but the staff were great organising the event inside. All the residents were enjoying the music and good food. Again we had a great day.
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Review from Cyril E (Brother of Resident) published on 5 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Just a word of thanks to the management and staff of Larchwood, I appreciate all the help, care and understanding they are giving to my sister, God Bless you all.
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Review from L S (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since the new management has taken over the home has changed so much for the better. It's clean and tidier. The rubbish has all been cleared and the garden refurbished. The rooms look homely. The staff seem happy and really care about my mum. Her eyes light up when they walk in her room. Thank you for
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Review from Andrew W (Son of Resident) published on 28 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother was sent to Larchwood Care Home from the hospital. She was greeted like an old friend, which made me both surprised and extremely happy and my mother therefore settled in extremely well. She is happy and loves the staff who in turn show nothing but kindness to her. Everyone is encouraged to
socialise which is a lovely thing to see.
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Review from Jo M (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum came to the home in February 2022 - she had dementia and we could no longer care for her at home. After a difficult couple of weeks finding her feet, Mum soon settled in, we found staff to be kind, caring and attended to all Mum's needs. She had a lovely well kept room with doors to a lovely garden.
She enjoyed the food and even though wheelchair-bound at the end, she enjoyed the activities with the lovely staff. Nothing was too much trouble, it was her home.
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Review from Maria F (Wife of Resident) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I think my husband is being well looked after. Staff are lovely and cheerful and will answer any questions you have regarding my husband. Food is great.
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Review from J S (Son of Resident) published on 30 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother has been at Larchwood Care Home for approximately eight months. During this time I have only ever seen her treated with dignity and friendship. She feels happy and has many people to talk to. Her condition does leave her confused and muddled but the staff at Larchwood help and aid her. Overall
we are extremely happy with Larchwood.
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Review from Ian C (Son of Resident) published on 25 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff have all been absolutely fantastic. Really helpful, knowledgeable, kind and friendly.
Mum has settled in very quickly and has enjoyed the activities.
I am really happy that Mum can stay with you.
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Review from G B (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience of Larchwood with my mother has been very good. She is happy here, and we are pleased with her care, the carers and staff are very friendly and helpful.
Apart from that, we are very thankful for all you do for my mum, she is very quiet, but takes everything in, a wonderful and loving
mum.
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Review from Gail S (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 8 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Larchwood Care Home are wonderful. Nothing is too much trouble. My mother-in-law was always worried she would be lonely. She is always talking to somebody when we visit. We are grateful that she is safe and being looked after.
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Review from A C (Daughter of Resident) published on 3 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My stepmother has been in the care home since August 2022. We are very happy with the care that's been provided for her. The staff are always polite and friendly to visitors. She eats well and is always clean and tidy and we often ask her if she is happy here and she always says that she is, and you
are all lovely souls.
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Review from Susan R (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 August 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The level of care Dad receives is outstanding. The staff all love him, genuinely care for him and treat him with absolute respect and dignity.
My brother and I manage our lives so that one of us is not far from Dad. We have just had a rare holiday together and were able to go away with the knowledge
that Dad was in excellent hands. We were so pleased to find that Dad had been on an outing while we were away and thoroughly enjoyed it.
We can't thank you enough for all you do for Dad and us.
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Review from Lynn J (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff are friendly and supportive towards me and my dad.
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Review from D B (Daughter of Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 5 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My stay in Larchwood Care Home is nice and I enjoy seeing and talking to the very kind staff. I have my hair done by a very nice lady here, makes you feel better and the food is very nice. Having my room door open enables me to see people walk by and call out hello. My window looks out onto a grass
area and I see birds flying. I am being well cared for and feel very safe. Love seeing my family when they visit regularly.
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Review from A D (Friend of Resident) published on 4 May 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My friend was in the home for twenty months and loved every minute. She was a person who did not like to mix but within a couple of weeks, she was a changed person. This was due to the kindness and care she was getting from the staff. One thing she loved was the food but then no one could complain about
it. To finish I must mention the staff. Everybody in this home were professional but also very caring. I would like to thank all the staff for not just looking after my friend but my family as well.
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Review from Barbara G (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy with the care my mum receives, all the carers and managers are very good and kind with my mum. Larchwood Care Home is a godsend as I know my mum is safe and well cared for, I come up everyday and she is always happy. Thank you so much!
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Review from T F (Husband of Resident) published on 17 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am pleased with the care and attention my wife has received since being admitted to the care home. The food offered is of good quality and good portion size. There are a number of services provided, for example, hairdresser, chiropody, etc. which my wife has used. Overall, the service provided has
made my wife's stay very comfortable.
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Review from J R (Sister of Resident) published on 17 February 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My sister's end of life care was treated with kindness and dignity. I was constantly kept in touch with carers and updated regularly.
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Review from Pamela S (Niece of Resident) published on 9 November 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing care all round. 1st Class.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.721)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.721) out of 10 for Larchwood Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 30 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 29 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 4.721 for Larchwood Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (287 Excellents x 5) + (52 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) + (5 Poors x 2) + (5 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 355 Ratings = 4.721
  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 Larchwood Care Home is based on 29 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 64 registered maximum number of service users is 12.8, which has been reached with 29 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: 28 Feb 2025

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
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  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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