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It specialises in caring for older people living with or without dementia.
There is a large mature garden, summer house and two attractive private courtyards, providing plenty of opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.
The home has open and spacious communal areas arranged as five smaller units, a reminiscence room and a large central music room....
Longfield is a homely, comfortable single-storey care home in the pretty coastal town of Maldon, Essex.
It specialises in caring for older people living with or without dementia.
There is a large mature garden, summer house and two attractive private courtyards, providing plenty of opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.
The home has open and spacious communal areas arranged as five smaller units, a reminiscence room and a large central music room. This gives a variety of comfortable areas with different atmospheres for people to enjoy.
The single-storey layout and handrails throughout make the home easy to navigate and stroll around.
Each unit has its own kitchenette – meaning you are never far from a hot drink and a biscuit! The excellent chef cooks from fresh ingredients every day and caters for all dietary requirements.
Longfield has a stable team of experienced, caring and committed staff with a family ethos and emphasis on relationship building with both residents and relatives. Every member of staff, from carer to cook, manager to laundry assistant, all know the residents well.
Everyone is welcomed with a smile and a hello.
A full-time activities co-ordinator is employed and the home has established links with local churches, schools and volunteers, as well as community groups.
Longfield offers:
• Weekly movement to music
• Visiting church services
• PAT Dog
• An aviary, pond and fish tank
• Outings and trips
• Musical entertainment
• Gardening
• Arts and crafts
• Enablement activities
• Visiting GPs, hairdresser, optician and chiropodist
Longfield is a short walk from Maldon promenade and the traditional high street, featuring independent local shops and numerous eating and drinking venues.
There are easily accessible bus routes to the larger towns of Chelmsford and Colchester as well as local seaside villages.
The local rail link from London is only four miles away.
Care Provided by Excelcare Longfield
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 40 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Accommodation only
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Fees shown are starting rates and may vary depending on individual care needs.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Excelcare Longfield for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Excelcare Longfield 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
- Excelcare
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Gina Copsey (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Number of floors: 1
Room Information
- Single Rooms (34)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
Visiting
- Visitors very welcome at Longfield. Please speak to the management team to discuss individual visiting arrangements.
Parking
- Ample free car parking is available at the front of the home
Excelcare Longfield Reviews (96)
Excelcare Longfield has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.849) out of 10, based on 33 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Excelcare Longfield has 96 reviews.
I have nothing but praise for this care home the staff are brilliant. I do not have to worry about my relative as I know he is very well looked after. The care received here is second to none.
I have nothing but praise for this care home the staff are brilliant. I do not have to worry about my relative as I know he is very well looked after. The care received here is second to none.
I am completely happy with the care my mum receives at Longfield. All the staff are wonderful, always helpful, friendly, caring and professional. It's clear that they truly care for all the residents. There are no aspects of care that I think need improving. It's an amazing place, very homely and...
I am completely happy with the care my mum receives at Longfield. All the staff are wonderful, always helpful, friendly, caring and professional. It's clear that they truly care for all the residents. There are no aspects of care that I think need improving. It's an amazing place, very homely and welcoming. The residents are cared for with dignity and compassion.
The food is excellent and my father always comments ho good it is. There's regular...
The food is excellent and my father always comments ho good it is. There's regular social activities which my father is encouraged to join.
I can enjoy my holiday knowing that my father will be cared for and all his needs met whilst I'm away. Thank you!
I was so pleased that my brother was always happy there.
I was so pleased that my brother was always happy there.
I visited Mum shortly before lunch on 17th December to find the lounge decked out...
I visited Mum shortly before lunch on 17th December to find the lounge decked out with Christmas decorations, and the table laid for a full celebration. The dinner was fabulous with nothing left to spare the appetite. However, what made it all so special was the engagement of all the staff. This is a place where, “everybody knows your name”, not just the carers but all the support staff. This is truly one big family where every resident is treated with care and affection.
In many ways, this was like being present at the finale of a Dickensian story where the warmth and goodness of human nature shines through and reminds us all of what is important in life. As a professional team, they are all extraordinary and I am deeply grateful my mother is in their care.
Words cannot express how delighted I am in finding the right home for our mum, mum a lady who loves music, chat, and feel at home, the staff have made us all very welcome at Longfield they are caring attentive, supportive and very friendly, the music room is outstanding of which we find most of our...
the Chef, in particular, makes everything from scratch and makes lovely homemade cakes too, and caters for all diets. The staff do not stop working and it's so lovely to see them all get involved a happy unit makes a happy home for everyone, residents and family, and I thank everyone at Longfield for making this such a wonderful home.
My father was a resident for only two weeks but we were really happy and grateful with the care he received and the compassion shown to him and his family. Thank you.
My father was a resident for only two weeks but we were really happy and grateful with the care he received and the compassion shown to him and his family. Thank you.
A local primary school is visiting the home once a week. A small group of year sixes comes and plays games like dominoes with the old people or use craft materials to make decorations for Christmas. The children are delightful and the old people really respond well to them. A wonderful experience...
A local primary school is visiting the home once a week. A small group of year sixes comes and plays games like dominoes with the old people or use craft materials to make decorations for Christmas. The children are delightful and the old people really respond well to them. A wonderful experience for my Mother in Law and everyone else.
We have noticed a massive difference in Mum's personality, it's so lovely to see her sparkle back.
Mum also recognises me and says my name, something...
We have noticed a massive difference in Mum's personality, it's so lovely to see her sparkle back.
Mum also recognises me and says my name, something that had been forgotten in her last home - so this is wonderful.
We have also heard Mum singing voluntarily which again was never done in her last home. This tells me Mum is happy.
So a big thank you to all the lovely staff at Longfield.
My Mum's partner of nearly thirty years has Alzheimer's. We found Longfield by chance really. We think the care that he has received has been excellent. We are very happy with the way he is treated by the staff. There are always activities for residents to participate in.
My Mum's partner of nearly thirty years has Alzheimer's. We found Longfield by chance really. We think the care that he has received has been excellent. We are very happy with the way he is treated by the staff. There are always activities for residents to participate in.
My mum always seems happy and that is very important to me. Thank you.
My mum always seems happy and that is very important to me. Thank you.
I have only had the chance to meet up with my Mother-in-law twice but am going there tomorrow the 21st May. I can't really put into words how lovely to see her happy again. She has been so anxious in the past 2 homes and last week it was lovely to see her in 'her home' and not 'a home'.
I have only had the chance to meet up with my Mother-in-law twice but am going there tomorrow the 21st May. I can't really put into words how lovely to see her happy again. She has been so anxious in the past 2 homes and last week it was lovely to see her in 'her home' and not 'a home'.
Am happy with all the care and safety of my husband who was cared for with dignity by carers. Carer today when leaving was most helpful to me. Thank you all.
Am happy with all the care and safety of my husband who was cared for with dignity by carers. Carer today when leaving was most helpful to me. Thank you all.
Longfield is the cleanest and brightest care home I have seen. Every member of staff is cheerful, caring and helpful.
Longfield is the cleanest and brightest care home I have seen. Every member of staff is cheerful, caring and helpful.
I had no experience of Longfields before I came over a year ago now but I have been pleasantly surprised at how helpful and caring the staff are. I think upon Longfield now as my permanent residence and home.
I had no experience of Longfields before I came over a year ago now but I have been pleasantly surprised at how helpful and caring the staff are. I think upon Longfield now as my permanent residence and home.
I am very impressed with the food provided, the quality and amount given. I am happy with the internal and external agencies who work in co-operation with staff...
I am very impressed with the food provided, the quality and amount given. I am happy with the internal and external agencies who work in co-operation with staff here. The carers show clear understanding of the resident's needs and respect their wishes.
Since my Nan has been in this home she is very happy and settled and staff are all very nice and helpful. I would definitely recommend Longfield.
Since my Nan has been in this home she is very happy and settled and staff are all very nice and helpful. I would definitely recommend Longfield.
Very satisfied with the level of service from the Longfield care home. Staff are very friendly, professional and always accommodating for residents and visitors alike. This is a good place for our relative and my wife and I and the children like coming here. I would recommend this care home as a...
Very satisfied with the level of service from the Longfield care home. Staff are very friendly, professional and always accommodating for residents and visitors alike. This is a good place for our relative and my wife and I and the children like coming here. I would recommend this care home as a good choice. Top marks. Thank you.
As a family, we hold a great memory of care provided for my late father who was a resident for 2 years. Sadly passing away 14/12/17. The staff and management at Longfield are all commendable in their level of care shown to residents in a home that feels very much as it should "A Home" where family...
As a family, we hold a great memory of care provided for my late father who was a resident for 2 years. Sadly passing away 14/12/17. The staff and management at Longfield are all commendable in their level of care shown to residents in a home that feels very much as it should "A Home" where family feel welcome and confident that their loved one is treated well and with dignity. We cannot thank you all for the excellent manner in which you first and foremost cared for my father.
We had a lovely lunch with mum provided by the catering staff. The whole experience was happy for mum and us, they are so caring and the mood of the home is incredibly upbeat and positive.
We had a lovely lunch with mum provided by the catering staff. The whole experience was happy for mum and us, they are so caring and the mood of the home is incredibly upbeat and positive.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 21 December 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
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- 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
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News (11) & Events (1)
- 24 Jul 2026
Residents and team members at Longfield Care Home in Maldon are celebrating after receiving three awards at this year's Maldon in Bloom Awards! Maldon in Bloom is a much-loved annual...
- 08 Jul 2026
It makes me deeply sad when people default to the stereotype that care homes are lonely, bleak or institutional places. Too often, care homes are spoken about as a last...
- 10 Apr 2026
A Special Moment Captured at Longfield In March, Longfield was filled with laughter, creativity, and a real sense of togetherness as we were lucky enough to host a very special...
- 05 Dec 2026Organiser: Excelcare Longfield
Awards / Recognitions (13)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Excelcare
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Excelcare Longfield
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Excelcare
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (2)

I started my career in care in 1999 after studying Science and Health Studies at college. Throughout my career, I have worked in nursing and...
I started my career in care in 1999 after studying Science and Health Studies at college. Throughout my career, I have worked in nursing and residential homes, supporting older people with disabilities and dementia, and their families.
In the past, I have supported members of my own family through illness. This experience ignited my passion for working in care and ensuring that every resident receives the compassion, care and support they deserve. I have worked within the Excelcare group since 2015 in several roles, progressing to Home Manager and completing a level 5 diploma in care management. I have managed Longfield since 2014 and am very committed to this home.
I am very proud of our home and the fantastic team I work with. I am passionate about team member development and love supporting colleagues to improve their knowledge and progress in their careers.
I enjoy gardening, walking, skiing, and spending time with my family in my spare time.

I joined Longfield Care Home as an experienced care assistant in 2014. I quickly progressed to the role of Team Leader, and then in 2018 became...
I joined Longfield Care Home as an experienced care assistant in 2014. I quickly progressed to the role of Team Leader, and then in 2018 became Deputy Manager.
I have completed level 2 and 3 diplomas in care, and I am currently completing the level 5 diploma in care management. My two specialities are Dementia Care and Parkinson’s Disease care. I have completed qualifications in both these subjects, and I am accredited to lead teaching sessions in Parkinson’s Disease and Dementia Care.
My favourite part of the job is getting to know residents and their families and building a connection with people. I also like to continually learn and improve my knowledge through training and working closely with other professionals.
In my spare time, I enjoy walking my two dogs and family get-togethers, particularly summertime BBQs.
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