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This 52-bed Runwood Homes facility provides expert care for older people, including those living with dementia, and has been voted by residents and their families as one of the Top 20 care homes in East England. As well as being part of the 'dementia action alliance', they strive to create a homely environment by providing...
Care Provided by Kathryn Court
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 52 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
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Kathryn Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Kathryn 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
- Runwood Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Donna Winterbourne(Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2021
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (48)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
Visiting
- Upon arriving at the home, please press the buzzer on the intercom. A member of staff will greet you shortly. The home kindly request that you sign the guestbook upon both arrival and departure. This helps maintain an accurate record of who is in the building. In the event of an emergency, please follow the designated safety protocols provided. Your cooperation ensures everyone's safety.
Parking
- The home includes dedicated parking spaces
Kathryn Court Reviews (82)
Kathryn Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.799) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kathryn Court has 82 reviews.
Kathryn Court is very clean and well managed.
On every visit I always find the staff to be very friendly, kind and helpful. My mother is cared for very well at the home and I feel that they genuinely care for her. She regularly goes on trips out which she enjoys very much. Mum seems to be happy there.
Just wanted to write a little word about how happy my mother is in this beautiful, clean home. She is actually thriving thanks to the staff and manager. So just want to share how happy we are of finding this home. Many thanks.
All I can say every time I have visited this home, everyone is so nice and helpful, you never need anything, it is all done without asking, managers and staff are brilliant. The home is really well kept and clean and the food always smells great, would always recommend this place!
Whenever I have visited, the place is always clean and staff friendly. The communal area is always nice and bedrooms spacious its nice to visit.
Mum has been at KC for 3 years plus now. But even as her frailty and dementia progress all the team at KC give her excellent care and are so caring and patient with her needs. Thank you all.
My mum has been here since Oct 24, I've found the home to be so clean and always smell so fresh. The place is decorated in lovely bright colours chairs and beds are so comfortable. Staff are amazing, so friendly. I would highly recommend this home. Activities amazing and daily 11am worktools down such a good idea.
Excellent care home. Fantastic caring staff and management.
Our mother has been a resident of Kathryn Court for nearly a year now. When looking at other homes Kathryn Court was our first choice. The staff are always very welcoming, the home spotlessly clean and always plenty of activities for the residents to do. With the help of the management and staff our mother has settled in really well and she is enjoying it too! This review was agreed by all four daughters.
My mum has now been at Kathryn's Court for 4 weeks and I can't begin to tell you the positive difference it has made to my mum's qaulily of life and indeed the hole family. The professionalism and care from all the staff has been of the Highest qaulily and I can't thank them all enough. Continue the fantastic work you all do, once again a huge thankyou from me.
The care has been consistently good and my friend is always cheerful. Staff are friendly and respectful.
Now here for another family member and still good.
I always find my Mother-in-law happy and well looked after. The staff are always caring and respectful towards her. Her room is clean and comfortable. Management always have time to listen to us.
I don't think my Dad could have picked a better care home for my Mum, very welcoming. The home is always spotless. Great management and care staff!
The staff appears to be more settled and content. My mum's care has improved and if I mention an issue it has been dealt with immediately.
She gas drinks and her juice beaker is there with her all the time now. All the staff are documenting what type of stool she's passing.
She is walking to her wheelchair instead of just turning around into it.
I will mention home has a very welcoming manager she is really nice and the home is so much better. I hear lots of laughter and good things are happening we also have a new deputy who is also very nice, overall good things are happening at Kathryn Court.
Thank you for your lovely review, It means so much to hear how satisfied you and your dad are with everything at Kathryn Court.
I visited my friend several times a week. My visits were frequent but short. I found the staff and the general environment to be pleasant and adequate, sometimes his table was sticky but any attempt by him to eat or drink would result in spillage. Expecting constant and immediate cleaning would be unrealistic. Would I be pleased to spend my final days at Kathryn Court? Yes, I would.
Thank you for leaving us a review, I'm pleased you found the environment to be pleasant and that you would recommend Kathryn Court.
Admin/Care:
Commendation to a particular staff member in Kathryn Court - excellent.
Lots of love and care which is so important.
Thank you for your lovely review, your mum is a much loved member of the Kathryn Court family.
My wife has been a full-time resident since September 2021. For the first two years the management (manager/assistant/admin) were a team that had worked together for a number of years. During 2024 the team was split up due to members being promoted and relocated. This naturally had an effect on the overall operation of the new management team. Many of the care staff were experienced old hands and the smooth running of Kathryn Court continues. I visit and lunch with my wife 3-4 times weekly and my overall personal experience is excellent as reflected herein.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 18 December 2024Good
- 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
Please contact us for latest vacancies.
News (11) & Events (0)
- 03 Jul 2026
Joan, a resident of Kathryn Court care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, attended her nephew’s wedding at a beautiful manor house, surrounded by close family members and loved...
- 03 Jul 2026
Joan, a resident of Kathryn Court care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, attended her nephew’s wedding at a beautiful manor house, surrounded by close family members and loved...
- 03 Jul 2026
Joan, a resident of Kathryn Court care home, part of the Runwood Homes group, attended her nephew’s wedding at a beautiful manor house, surrounded by close family members and loved...
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Awards / Recognitions (20)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2025Recipient: Runwood Homes Ltd
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Kathryn Court
Meet the Team (4)

Donna has over thirty-five years of experience working across health and social care. Donna has progressed from domestic assistant to home manager during her career development and is an established and highly regarded manager within the Runwood Homes group.
Donna has high expectations of her team and encourages career progression; Donna herself has completed her NVQ 5 and her Level 3 in Dementia Care. Donna strives for excellence and has won internal awards on several occasions, including Manager of the Year. Donna is proud to have been awarded in the Top 20 most recommended homes in the East of England awards via Carehome.co.uk.

Hi, I’m Donna, the Deputy Manager at Kathryn Court. I’ve been a proud member of the team since March 26, 2007, and I’ve cherished every moment of my 19 years here. My role allows me to encourage residents to continue being their authentic selves and to listen to their incredible life stories, which is a truly rewarding experience.
Building strong relationships with residents and their families is at the heart of what I do, and I’m passionate about creating an environment where everyone feels valued and connected.
In my spare time, I enjoy exploring my creative side through crafts and photography. I also love delving into family history, uncovering stories from the past that connect generations.

Hi, I’m Donna, and I’ve been proudly working as a Care Assistant at Kathryn Court for 15 years. My role here is deeply rewarding, and I truly enjoy socialising with our wonderful residents, their families, and my amazing colleagues.
Outside of work, I’m always up for an adventure! I’ve completed a Race for Life and am known for my outgoing nature—I can even down a pint in one go! In my free time, I love travelling and unwinding on holidays, visiting the theatre, exploring museums, and indulging in delicious meals. Life is all about enjoying the little moments, and I make the most of them.

Hi, I’m Sukhjeet, a Care Team Leader at Kathryn Court, where I’ve been dedicated to supporting our residents for the past five years. I truly love my job and take pride in helping people, engaging in meaningful conversations, and being a comforting presence whenever needed.
When I’m not at work, I enjoy spending quality time with my family and friends. I have a passion for cooking and love sharing meals, whether I’m trying new recipes at home or dining out. For me, life is all about creating warm, memorable moments with loved ones.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kathryn Court
What types of Care is Kathryn Court registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Kathryn Court have?
There are 48 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Kathryn Court?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Bar/Café, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Kathryn Court to the centre of Southend-on-Sea?
3.0 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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