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Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court sits in the beautiful countryside of Essex, in a Grade II listed property with stunning period features dating back to 1825. The Home provides residential care and residential dementia support for up to 50 residents.
Residents can enjoy beautiful surrounding grounds which includes a golf course, woodlands, a walled garden and an inner courtyard. The Home has two golf buggies (one specially adapted for wheelchair...
Care Provided by Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 50 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
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- 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
Our care fees are subject to a preadmission needs assessment which is a requirement of admission, so the Home can fully understand the level of care and support required by each individual. The prices quoted are weekly and for guidance only. They will be confirmed following a full assessment. Respite care may be offered and is usually 10% above the permanent care fees, subject to availability and will depend on an assessment of a person’s care needs.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court 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
- The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI)
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Michelle Sims(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
- Self-funding residents or Freemasons supported by their Local Authority
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (44)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
- Couples/Companion Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (3)
Visiting
- Visiting is 24/7 no appointment needed.
Parking
- Parking on site
Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court Reviews (73)
Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.456) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court has 73 reviews.
My mother has been in Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court for one year. My mother is very happy, well cared for, and content. Great meals and beautifully served in an attractive dining room. There are plenty of entertainments e.g. a Caribbean day, with steel band and menu. A Welsh day, with residents, making Welsh cakes, Welsh Rabbit, and Leeks on the menu. They have a large golf buggy and regularly take residents for a drive around the beautiful golf course and village.
Staff very approachable making the whole demeanour of this home a pleasure to visit. Great emphasis on activities for residents including regular visits out, including afternoon tea at the Local Golf Club.
Definitely rates 5-star rating.!!
I can honestly say that my darling husband is happy and content. He is extremely well looked after. The cooking is a big bonus for him because he loves his food. There is always something going on for the residents and I can't thank them enough for the way they have handled the coronavirus issues. The residents are still having fun, probably more than the rest of us. Experts say carers wait too long for help. I did. Don't wait to get help. It's still heartbreaking but it is the perfect solution for My man.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your experience at Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court. We are so pleased that you are so delighted with your husband's care, and especially that your experience during the pandemic period has been so positive.
My Mother-in-law has been here for 2 years. She is very well looked after by the friendly and caring staff. There are many activities on offer, an exceptional building and beautiful gardens to enjoy. Despite her dementia, she has thrived and is always eager to join in. Couldn't recommend more highly.
Many thanks for your kind review. It is wonderful to hear how happy your mother-in-law is at our home.
My dad who is the main house loves it and honestly forgets he's in a care home and believes he is in a 5-star hotel with great views and restaurants!
Couldn't be happier.
My brother-in-law became a resident of Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court, Stisted Hall, because he had the early stages of dementia, almost 5 years ago. His dementia deteriorated after 2 years and was transferred to their dementia unit. Sadly his dementia deteriorated quite dramatically in October last year and had to be transferred to an NHS unit. During all his time at the home he was treated like ‘one of the family’, with kindness and support as well as compassion and high-quality care. His family will forever be grateful to all the staff at Stisted in how he was cared for and the love and kindness he received. It was a difficult time for his family when it became necessary for him to leave, in order that he could receive the care he now needed, but this transition was dealt with by all the staff and management professionals, with compassion and care. We shall forever be grateful to the wonderful kind and caring staff and we shall miss them all because they became our friends.
Mum's wish was to be taken to a Winery for a 'tasting' and 'slap-up meal' which was granted and she enjoyed every second. Such a special treat. Thank you, everyone, at Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court.
My mum has been a resident since May 2019 (suffering from mixed Dementia - Alzheimer's/Vascular) in the elderly care part of Stisted Hall. Unfortunately, within a few months, due to her dementia worsening quickly, she has been moved to the Morchlyn side of the home for specialist dementia care. She has settled well there and is generally happy, allowing for her condition. She smiles and laughs as much as possible and she is socialising with new friends which has helped her mentally. The staff have been brilliant. They are committed and caring and organise activities for the residents. Sometimes we have lunch with Mum in the Morchlyn restaurant and can vouch for the food is very good. You even get a glass of wine or other drink from bar if you want it. A big thank you to all at Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court and the Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution.
Thank you for your wonderful comment about our home Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court.
My mother has been a permanent resident now for 6 months. The staff I have engaged with have always been very friendly and helpful and, I am very grateful for the support that they give to my mother. Thank you.
Activities, outings and entertainment provided.
Newsletters regularly keep friends and family updated on staffing changes, alterations and future events.
Beautiful grounds that the residents can go round in good weather.
The staff have been wonderful. They are committed and caring and organise many activities for the residents. I can't praise them highly enough.
Where else do the carers, ( employees ) ask the residents of a wish, something they would like to fulfil? This is where Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court go the further mile. My mother's wish was to go out to an Indian restaurant to have a curry as this was her favourite food and has been for years and years. My mum has not stopped talking about it and is doing it again this week and is looking forward to it. Other residents chose all sorts of things, one being to go horse riding, and her wish was granted. There is a family feeling at the home which makes all the difference. The carers make you feel like you are at home, offering cups of tea and cake etc. It's one of the hardest things to do placing a member of your family in a home, however, the staff at this home makes it easier for you, which takes away the guilt that you are feeling.
My Mother has been resident at Prince Edward for a few months now and I am so grateful that she is in such a beautiful environment, the home is so comfortable, the care she receives is excellent and the staff I know are lovely and overall the home has a feeling of a 'family' which is great.
A clean jolly atmosphere.
Besides going in every week to visit my Mother I am also a volunteer driver so see the Home at all times during the day.
The Home is well appointed, clean and well decorated and looked after by the RMBI and The Friends of Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court.
For those able, outings to the beach, shopping and other activities are laid on.
I am sure that my Mother wouldn't have survived as long as she has if it hadn't have been for the care she has received.
Very good home. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff. Can go home knowing that your Wife or relative is in good hands.
The home is welcoming and friendly. The staff are very caring and attentive to residents and visitors and are always willing to listen to their comments.
The home is divided into two; the main building where the fixtures and fittings are more grand, albeit rather tired and the former stable block which is known as the Mauchline building which houses residents with dementia. There is an activity programme in the main building on weekdays. However, due to the layout, it is often difficult to find staff and even know who they are because they don't wear a uniform and only a few wear name badges. The choice and quality of food is very good and visitors can book a lunch in advance.
The Mauchline building consists of a long, glass corridor area which is cold in winter and very hot in summer. There is a small lounge and dining area for residents but staff are not always present or available when residents require assistance. The residents need more support but the staff ratio does not reflect this.
It was such a difficult time when my Gran had to go into a home. We couldn't have wished for a nicer place for our Gran to be, if not at home with us. Stisted Hall (Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court) is beautiful and all the staff are friendly and so kind to my Gran, especially her Care Support Worker. My Gran always speaks highly about everyone. The cleanliness is very good and the activities that take place are excellent. Thank you for taking such good care of my Gran. I couldn't recommend this home enough.
The home has given mum a new lease of life. Not only is she cared for in a way we are totally happy with, but she has the stimulation and motivation to do things and is very happy.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 16 April 2020Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
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- 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.
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News (18) & Events (0)
- 04 Jun 2026
Residents and staff across RMBI Care Co. Homes took part in 'Learning at Work Week' during 18th to 24th May to share and learn new skills. The theme for this...
- 02 Jun 2026
Residents at RMBI Care Co. Home Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court, in Braintree, are celebrating after taking first place in a local carnival competition, following a week of creativity,...
- 23 Apr 2026
Residents at RMBI Care Co. Home Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court, in Braintree, recently set off on a unique and joyful outing, transforming a trip around the grounds into...
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Awards / Recognitions (6)
- 30 Jun 2022Recipient: The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI)
- 30 Jun 2021Recipient: The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI)
- 28 Feb 2020Recipient: The Royal Masonic Benevolent Institution Care Company (RMBI)
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court.
Meet the Team (2)

When I wanted a fresh challenge, I thought I’d explore working for the RMBI Care Co. as I’d heard only positive things about its care ethos and support for its teams. I’m very pleased I did.
I’m passionate about providing the highest standards of care and working with the team to maintain Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court's 'Good' rating. Ours is a lovely home to live and work in, with its acres of beautiful gardens set in the middle of a golf course on the outskirts of Braintree, and it’s a huge privilege to work here and be leading the team. We are always striving to deliver professional, and individual care services which make a real difference in the resident's daily lives.
We strive to be Kind, to our residents, their families and each other because we are passionate about how we deliver care. We believe everyone should be treated with dignity and their wishes respected at all times.
We are supportive in our approach to care, placing residents at the heart of all we do. We treat each person as an individual, recognising the things that are important to them and working as a team to achieve this.
We are trusted, open and honest in delivering care to Freemasons, their dependents and the wider communities and work closely with our residents and their families to offer a safe environment.
In my free time, I like to spend quality time with my grandchildren, eat out and enjoy swimming.

I have worked for the RMBI for just over 18 years, it is a fantastic organisation to work for. The home is an amazing site to see when you drive up to the home through the golf course and the home emerges through the trees.
I started here as a carer and then slowly progressed to more senior positions over the years in supporting and meeting the needs of all of our residents in a positive and person-centred way, ensuring that we provide care to a high standard. The residents are at the centre of all we do to ensure that their time here is a happy and fulfilling one.
I feel privileged to have met and known so many of our past and present residents, getting to know what they used to do growing up and meeting their extended families.
It is always lovely to see families return when we have events that support the home.
We strive to embed our values of KInd, support and Trust towards all our residents, families and staff alike.
The home has a really happy feel to it and is much like home from home.
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