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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.
Really pleased with the care my grandmother has received here. She is happier and healthier since she has been at the home and has made new friends and experienced new things.
All staff and management work as a team and take great care of all residents.
The cleanliness is exceptional. All activities provided are excellent.
I could not have wished for such a good place for my Mum to reside.
Overall the care home/ services are good.
The food is very good and the whole place is very clean and hygienic.
The house itself and the surrounding grounds are lovely and I think this is what influences people to stay there. If you are relatively fit and able to take care of yourself, then it is probably OK for those people. A bit like staying in a hotel. Everything is done for you, meals provided, no worries.
However, if you actually need any care, I would suggest this is not a good place to be. In the dementia unit, which used to have a high staff to resident ratio, our experience was that the care was generally poor and that, with the exception of a few staff at ground level, no one did care very much. I know that not too much can be said in this review otherwise, it will be censored or removed. Suffice to say, if the chance were given to me again I would definitely not arrange for my father in law to go into this home.
Sadly, I understand that the care provided was excellent prior to 2016.
At the RMBI, person-centred care is at the heart of what we do, and we care for people professionally and kindly to support their needs. The Home Management and Care Teams at Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court are committed to accommodating the wishes of the resident’s family to the Home’s best ability and do everything possible to meet the resident’s care needs to support him.
Prince Edward Duke of Kent at Stisted is fab. The staff do everything and more for my mum. It's in a fab location. The care is five star. The place does not look like a care home but a small hotel. Everything is so clean. The place does not smell at all, no stains on the carpets. Lots of things for them to do if they can or want. Visits out to the local beach. The have their own mini bus, food seems good and they have choices. Laundry very quickly done. The staff are very kind and patient.
A most comfortable and caring place to reside, wonderful staff and a magnificent setting. The standard of care given to all the residents be they mentally or physically disabled is first class. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff or management in making Prince Edward Duke of Kent Court a truly good place to live and work.
My Aunt has dementia and has been living in the Dementia Support Unit for just over 2 years. She is extremely happy and settled - which wasn't the case in her previous home. There is a very high ratio of staff to residents and all of them are extremely caring and really "know" their residents. Nothing is too much trouble for them and I consider myself very lucky that my aunt is in such a secure and friendly place.
Carers also find time when they can to chat to the residents. My mother was at first extremely reluctant but knew it was a decision she had to make. She has nothing but praise for the home.
When carers have a spare moment they will take time to sit and chat to the residents and make them feel comfortable and important. Mother's room could be better but is adequate for her needs. The food is excellent and highly suitable for the elderly. We feel totally relaxed knowing that she is in safe hands.
Mum has been in this home for over five years, she was 101 this month. She is always treated with dignity and all the staff love her and show it. We, the family are delighted with her care.
The staff are all wonderful, very friendly and obviously caring. Someone always seems to be 'popping in' just to say help or just for a quick chat and confirmation if anything is wanted.
When my mother died, after being ill for a short while, they were absolutely fantastic looking after my father, and myself on occasions.
My father is very happy here and is always saying how thankful he is that he came. I would recommend this home to anyone.
All staff are extremely welcoming and accommodating to visitors and care for and look after our auntie very well. There are lots of things to do for her and she is encouraged go out on group trips. She is in the best place possible and gets the stimulation she needs. She is at last eating well again, too. We can't thank the staff enough for all they do.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 16 April 2020Good
- 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
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Posted: 16 July 2026Please Contact Us for Latest Vacancies
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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