
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.
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.
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.
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