St Mary's Court Care Home

Deanery Hill, Bocking, Braintree CM7 5SR
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  • St Mary's Court Care Home, Braintree
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 engagement. Every day brings a new array of activities, complemented by the convenience of an onsite Café/Bistro and a dedicated Hairdresser, ensuring that residents feel happy and comfortable in their homes.

The care home exhibits a wonderful banquet hall perfect to celebrate special occasions, and quiet lounges, allowing residents and family members to relax and unwind. 8 friendly and beautiful peacocks also live on and roam the grounds.

With 10 passionate activities team at the helm, residents have the choice to partake in various engaging movie nights, quiz evenings, arts & crafts workshops, exercise classes and meaningful charity events. Conveniently located, amenities are just a short stroll away, allowing residents to enjoy a fulfilling and vibrant lifestyle.

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Care Provided

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 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

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1500 – £1500
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1500 – £1500
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1600 – £1600
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1600 – £1600
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1700 – £1700
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: £1700 – £1700
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1800 – £1800
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: £1800 – £1800

Fees are subject to an assessment of individual needs.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact St Mary's Court 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)

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 £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Hazel Joseph (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2021

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (90)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • 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 (91)

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9.5

St Mary's Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.526) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time St Mary's Court Care Home has 91 reviews.

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Review from Brian B (Husband of Resident) published on 26 October 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My wife has been in St Mary's Court Care Home for two months during which time the care has been excellent. All the staff at every level are totally dedicated. Having had a very severe stroke my wife needs complete nursing care. Every day when I visit her she is always being well cared for and there
is always a really homely atmosphere in Cedar Unit whatever time of day I visit.

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Review from Marian O (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 August 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful care at St Mary's. The staff are fantastic and so caring. As close to a 'home from home' as there is!

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Review from Eunice G (Wife of Resident) published on 10 August 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very pleased with the care which my husband is receiving at St Mary's Court. Also, the range of activities provided cater for individual needs.

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Review from Patricia A (Sister of Resident) published on 26 July 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have found St. Mary's to be excellent for my brother. He has much improved in his well being and personal hygiene, which concerned us. I have seen him slowly becoming more aware and interacting with us. The facilities are very good and rooms are spacious, yet retain a homely feel. Everywhere is spotlessly
clean and lots of staff around who are always willing to help and chat about resident. There are lots of outings and in-house activities to keep residents active and stimulated.

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Review from Pat M (Brother of Resident) published on 1 June 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent care home, wonderful staff who look after my brother to the very best. The accommodation is excellent and always clean and inviting. We cannot thank the staff enough especially to the team on ASH. We feel my brother is settled at St Mary's and as it stands we wouldn't want him to be anywhere
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Review from Sylvie (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My parents have been treated with care and respect, they have found friends.

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Review from Janet F (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 March 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has lived at St Mary's Court for nearly six years. Her care has been extremely good almost without exception she is very happy.

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Review from Carolyn R (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 March 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My family and myself are very pleased with the care given to our father. All the carers are very good and easy to talk to and ask if we need anything when we visit. A good atmosphere is very noticeable too. The food is excellent and dad kept very clean with clean clothes. I would not hesitate to recommend
St Mary's Court to my friends and family. Thank you for looking after him, so much better than where he was before.

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Review from Patrick D (Son of Resident) published on 17 March 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was moved here for ‘end of life’ care whilst suffering from a brain tumour. Me and my mum would like to say a massive thank you to ALL the staff of St Mary’s as they made my dads final weeks as comfortable & dignified as possible for him and for us. You should all feel proud of yourselves
for doing such great work, I cannot thank you enough.

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Review from Gwen P (Sister of Resident) published on 15 February 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My sister has been a resident of St Mary Court for almost three years and in all that time although her mental health has deteriorated, she has had the most wonderful care.
The home is warm and friendly, I have always been made to feel welcome and included in all decisions regarding to her care. The
staff are fantastic the food is wonderful and plentiful, the activities are amazing and plentiful. We are encouraged to part-take in them, a true home from home and a real family atmopshere.

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Review from Jacqueline G (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 October 2015
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My father has been a resident for the past two years. He was previously at two other care homes and could not settle. He has settled and if any problems arise they are dealt with quickly and efficiently.

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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.526)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.526) out of 10 for St Mary's Court Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.5 out of 5 from 24 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.526 for St Mary's Court Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (193 Excellents x 5) + (52 Goods x 4) + (9 Satisfactorys x 3) + (13 Poors x 2) + (5 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 272 Ratings = 4.526

  • b) 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 St Mary's Court Care Home is based on 22 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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

    • ii) 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 90 registered maximum number of service users is 18, which has been reached with 22 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Joann

Joann Harmon

Job Title: Care Home Manager

As a degree qualified nurse with a deep passion for dementia care and supporting individuals with cognitive impairment. I bring both clinical expertise and heartfelt dedication to my role as home manager. I believe outstanding care begins with an empowered team. I am committed to building a culture of trust, support and professional growth where every team member feels valued and equipped to deliver person centred care with compassion and confidence.

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