
I would highly recommend St Mary's Court to anyone without any hesitation.Steve D(Son of Resident/Service User)

All the staff are very attentive, patient, supportive and caring.J B(Resident / Service User)

With so many activities and outings, the residents appeared happy and engaged.Trish N(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

I would highly recommend St Mary's Court to anyone without any hesitation.Steve D(Son of Resident/Service User)

All the staff are very attentive, patient, supportive and caring.J B(Resident / Service User)

With so many activities and outings, the residents appeared happy and engaged.Trish N(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

St Mary's Court is a 90-bedroom care home situated on a gated 8 acres of picturesque greenery in Braintree. With an award-winning chef and activity coordinator, each resident experiences exceptional dining service delights and captivating activity programmes.
The care home boasts a delightful BBQ pit, perfect for summer parties and events, a convenient onsite Minibus for outings and hosting the Joy Birds Dementia Friendly Club that fosters inclusivity and community...
Care Provided by St Mary's Court Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 90 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
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Please note, our fees are subject to an assessment of an individual's needs and dependencies and are exclusive of FNC if granted. We will discuss funding and fees with you in greater detail during the course of your enquiry so that you are fully informed.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact St Mary's Court Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact St Mary's Court Care Home 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)
Support you may be entitled to
- If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- Gold Care Homes
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Hazel Joseph (General Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2021
Room Information
- Single Rooms (90)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (90)
Visiting
- Family and friends always receive a warm welcome. Please see website for visiting protocols during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Parking
- There is on-site parking.
St Mary's Court Care Home Reviews (101)
St Mary's Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.760) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time St Mary's Court Care Home has 101 reviews.
You show her dignity, patience and a little bit of old fashioned love. Thank you very much.
Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience of our home. Warm wishes, Hazel
My husband has now been at St Mary's Court Care Home for a year now. I am still so impressed of the high level of care we have always received. The senior staff are very attentive and very much on the ball, while all the carers are so kind, patient and supportive, I always enjoy my visits at St Mary's and feel it's becoming my second home. I know my husband is well looked after, happy and safe. So glad we have found St Mary's.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience of our home.
Dad has been there for 3 months now and it feels like we have snippets of Dad back. He loves the activities and we are pleased to see there is a wide range on offer, some of which we have joined in with and enjoyed on our visits. It feels like the staff have really taken the time to get to know Dad, engage with his silly sense of humour and meet his needs. Knowing he is in very good hands makes a really stressful time a bit easier! Thank you.
Thank you for your very kind comments and for sharing your experience. We are privileged to be able to care for your dad. Warm regards.
Every staff member we came across was truly amazing and treated my grandad with such dignity but a special thanks to two members of staff in particular who took time out of their busy days to talk to us and explain the process. As well as caring for my grandad they always made sure the family was okay and was looking out for my nan. They were like our Guardian Angels.
Thank you.
Thank you so much for your kind words and we'll make sure to pass along your special thanks to the team.
I visited my husband today - I aim to arrive close to supper in order to help him eat and to give the carers a hand too. He was deeply asleep but after about a quarter of an hour he half woke and groaned, also rubbing his head, arm and tummy. I didn't think he was very well. I informed his carer of my concerns. She reckoned he needed to be changed etc., and would let the senior carer know. I went off to the lounge until she was done. When I returned I encouraged him to eat his supper, which he did, but then he began to shake almost as if he was having convulsions. He clearly needed to get back to bed and managed it without my help. I told the nurse who was in charge of meds what had occurred and she came immediately to see my husband. She said once he had had his medication his condition could improve and she would 'phone me later to give me an update. My visit was upsetting but I was confident that my husband was being well looked after.
Thank you for your feedback and for trusting us with your husband's care.
The care was excellent and all the staff were very kind, friendly and compassionate.
Huge thank you to the student nurse and nurse, who were amazing and very informative.
Also the night nurse who was with my father every evening. Huge thank you for your kindness.
Thank you for your kind words. We're grateful for your appreciation of our care, and we'll pass your thanks to our dedicated nurses. Your feedback means a lot to us during such a difficult time.
Very pleased with the standard of care at St Mary's. I was really worried about Mum coming here and it took her several months to settle but now seems quite contented most of the time. The staff are always very kind and have time for any questions we may have. The food is lovely and Mum has been eating very well. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! Your appreciation means a lot to us.
When I arrived my husband was not in his room - he was in another patient's room on the bed sound asleep. The two carers were having difficulty getting him to wake up and return to his room. I tried to no avail. Eventually, they managed to get him back. I was impressed during the whole of my visit at how patient the staff are with him because I know from 4 years of caring for him that he can be very difficult.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Our staff are dedicated to providing compassionate care and handling situations with patience and professionalism.
My Mum was transferred to St Mary's directly from the hospital, having previously taken an overdose as she didn't want to live anymore. We were astounded on arriving at such a beautiful place and so grateful she had been given the opportunity to stay there. Within a few days, she was transformed into her old self, socialising, laughing and even going out on their minibus to a garden center. She hadn't been anywhere, (other than a hospital appt) for two years. I was amazed, although she is not as mobile now and spent time back in the hospital, I hope she will be able to live her final days in this lovely home.
Thank you for sharing such a personal experience. We are thrilled and privileged to be able to make a difference in your mum's quality of life. The basic need for us to have social experiences is important for good mental health, especially in older people and this is something that we focus on here at St Marys Court. Best wishes to you all.
Mum was a bit upset on the day of admission - I arranged a phone call and a photo of her happily chatting and smiling in the dayroom later that day; it was very reassuring.
I did not witness food or activities, but Mum gained weight, and I had a phone of her dancing with Elvis.
Thank you for your positive review of St Mary's Court Care Home. We're delighted to hear that our staff provided excellent care and made your mum feel settled and supported during her respite stay. Best regards,
Well what do I say? What used to be a fantastic home with constant care, as a family confident our mother that was well looked after, is now a disaster. Since being taken over it is horrendous. Such poor quality care staff, food, help, compassion, etc etc. Numerous chats to staff, management, etc always going to be sorted but never is. At our wit's end. Cold food. No cutlery. Cold drink, no drink, buzzing for toilet constantly. The list is endless. So sad for end-of-life care!
The care given to my mum in St Mary’s started off great, but sadly in recent months, it has declined significantly. Recently my mother was left sitting unaided and alone in an unsuitable hard chair in the middle of her room for approximately 1-11/2 hours, she had no alarm, was inadequately dressed and left very uncomfortable and in pain! Personal hygiene for my mum has not been met, and waiting times for personal care have grown progressively longer. Personal needs are not met, and long lengths of time when she has not been monitored. Poor assistance regarding mealtimes. Cold and delayed meals. The list goes on. Why have I not complained you may be thinking? I have on many occasions, putting complaints to management in emails (which has never been responded to or addressed) I would definitely not recommend this care home.
Firstly I want to say how lovely and supportive all of the staff have been. Nothing is too much trouble! The bistro was a life saver, I was living on coffee, biscuits, chocolate and crisps. The problem I found was at the weekends it was closed, I was like one of the residents sleeping in my father's room. Other visitors didn't have that luxury and some could only come at weekends. There definitely wasn't enough staff on nights and weekends.
Lovely visit again this week, from the friendliness of the admin staff as always, the new faces in the office that appear to be listening, approachable and act on concerns, to the care staff on duty today on beech, chatty, friendly, smiling and welcoming. It was lovely to observe residents being offered a choice of drinks and snacks, not just being given to them. The kitchen staff took time to listen and respond, when asked what for lunch today in a jolly manner, my loved one was chatty, alert and happy today which is reassuring.
We're delighted to hear about your lovely visit this week and the positive experiences you've had with our team at St Mary's Court. We will pass on your kind words to the team. At Gold Care Homes, we strive to provide exceptional service to all our residents. Kind regards.
My Mum stayed in St Mary's Court for three and a half weeks having been sent there from the hospital. We had no idea what to expect having never been there but the warmth and kindness that we experienced when she arrived was wonderful and that continued throughout her time there. The staff both in nursing and carers treated Mum with much love, respect and gentleness and were also very kind to us, her family. Thank you everybody. I would also like to say thank you to the cleaning staff and groundsman for keeping the building and grounds so nice for everybody. It was much appreciated. I would highly recommend St Mary's Court to anyone without any hesitation. Thank you again to all.
Thank you so much for such a lovely review, I am so pleased that you and mum had such a good experience.
As yet, I am unable to participate in any of the activities, but I have no doubt that they are all as good as the rest of the care.
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We appreciate your kind words. At St Mary's Court Care Home, we look forward to continuing to provide you with exceptional care. Kind regards.
So wanted to say a big thank you for looking after her so well, and I'd be happy to leave her there again in the future.
The staff are extremely caring.
I have been looked after very well.
We visited Mum when we came over from Australia. We were really impressed with the level of care, staff interaction, cleanliness and overall positive vibe at the home. The building is of a high quality/standard, and the gardens are very well maintained. With so many activities and outings, the residents appeared happy and engaged. Mum has settled quickly, and all of the staff interact well with her. The good leadership of the team shows in their actions.
I appreciated the care home as looking for a placement for my mum, who was in a respite bed. The home has been very welcoming. Mum has settled in and always tells me how wonderful all the staff are. To know that she is settled and safe has been a relief for me. Would fully recommend the home - great area and ground to walk around.
Bed Vacancies
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (17) & Events (1)
- 16 Jul 2026
There was a wonderful atmosphere at The New Deanery & St Mary’s Court as more than 130 residents, families, friends and members of the local community came together for our...
- 10 Jul 2026
At The New Deanery Care Home and St Mary’s Court Care Home, we are proud to be part of our local community and to support opportunities that bring people together....
- 22 Jun 2026
Gold Care Homes is delighted to announce a new partnership with Dementia Friendly Barbers, bringing specialist barbering experiences to residents to our care homes. The collaboration reflects our ongoing commitment...
- 30 Aug 2026Organiser: St Mary's Court Care Home
Awards / Recognitions (12)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Gold Care Homes
- 28 Feb 2020Recipient: Gold Care Homes
- 03 Dec 2019Recipient: Gold Care Homes
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for St Mary's Court Care Home.
Meet the Team (1)

Hazel Joseph is a Registered General Nurse who completed her nursing qualification in Guyana in 2002. After working as a nurse in the UK for eight years, she went on to achieve her QCF Level 5 in Health and Social Care Management and Leadership.
As a Registered Manager, Hazel has worked across a number of organisations, with one of her proudest achievements being the successful commissioning of another care home, where she built a team founded on strong values, compassion and effective leadership.
Hazel is passionate about creating a culture where residents are always at the heart of the care they receive. She is committed to leading with integrity, supporting her team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care, and continually developing both personally and professionally. In Hazel's own words, working at Gold Care Homes continually strengthens her leadership and management skills, enabling her to provide the very best support for residents, families and her team.
Information on this page is displayed without responsibility for its accuracy on the part of carehome.co.uk. Please contact St Mary's Court Care Home to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. St Mary's Court Care Home has an Enhanced Service -more info.