Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines

East Barton Road, Great Barton, Bury St Edmunds IP31 2RF
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  • Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines, Bury St Edmunds
Montana Care Home is a residential and nursing home with strong values, allowing residents to choose their own way of life and personalised support.

They provide person centred care based on respect for human dignity and the personal development of each individual to promote a secure and loving family atmosphere and care for people, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnic origin, nationality, colour, religious persuasion or belief, cultural or linguistic background, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability. They offer long-term care but can accommodate short-term care (including respite) when there is availability.

The Home is set in a traditional single-storey house, now extended to provide spacious accommodation in the very heart of rural Suffolk near the culturally historical town of Bury St Edmunds. They have accommodation for 19 people (16 rooms - 3 of them can be used as double rooms with en-suite facilities) and provide residential care of the very highest quality to older people (male and female) who are in need of care through frailty, disability or choice.

Friends and family visit at their convenience and are able to spend as much time with their relatives as they wish.
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Care Provided by Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 19 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Ground Floor Accommodation only
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees What's included?

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1400 – £1500
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1000 – £1200

FEES
The Home charges the current rate of fees paid by the relevant placing social/ health services. For more details about fees and the methods for paying them, please see our separate Terms and Conditions of Residency (and Financial Agreement for Self-Funders).
Residents contributions to fees (or the full amount for some who self-fund) are usually collected by four weekly standing order. The fees are reviewed each year and usually change (subject to government guidance) each April.
OUR CURRENT FEE LEVELS ARE BETWEEN
£1350 -1500 PER PERSON PER WEEK
£ 1400-£ 1500 PER WEEK FOR A DOUBLE ROOM Single occupancy
Most people are eligible for financial assistance with their fees. This can be explained in detail by the relevant Social/ Health Services Department, but typically consists of a payment from Social Services
according to their assessments of their needs, with the remainder paid by you from your benefits or from your family
Other people have more than the “minimum level of savings” (set each year by the government) which leads to them having to pay the full care home fee (they become “self-funding”). For these people the NHS help by making a small contribution to fees.
Should your circumstances change, and you can no longer meet the full level of fees, Social Services will be contacted to assess your needs which usually culminates in them paying a finite amount, the outstanding balance being met by your family.

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Contact Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines 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)

Contact Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Good to Know

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sister Thayawathy Moses (Care Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Mixed (no single-gender units)
  • Ages 65+
  • The home is run by Grace and Compassion Benedictine Nuns. We take all religions and dominations

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Year Purpose Built: 1960
  • Last Refurbishment: 2016
  • Number of floors: 1

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (13)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (13)

Visiting

  • Anytime

Parking

  • Car park available.

Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines Reviews (172)

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Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.855) out of 10, based on 57 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines has 172 reviews.

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Review from Sandra A (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lovely to see Mum well looked after by friendly staff and nearby to come and see her often.
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Review from Katherine C (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Towards the end of his life, my father received a standard of care which was outstanding. The sisters and all the care staff went to great lengths to ensure that all his care needs were met.
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Review from Elizabeth C (Wife of Resident) published on 19 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The compassionate care my husband received during his end of life care was exceptional. The support myself and my family received was beyond exceptional. The gentleness and dedication which management and staff employed during this sad time was heartwarming. The name of this religious order 'Sisters
of Grace and Compassion' is truly apt.
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Review from Joan W (Friend of Resident) published on 18 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Caring, friendly staff.
Lovely chapel.
Intimate setting.
Pleasant location.
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Review from M W (Resident) published on 16 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Comprehensive and personally satisfying.
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Review from R M (Resident) published on 12 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very happy with the care provided. Staff are splendid in every way, with a manager doing a great job.
I came for a week, but after I became so pleased that I am staying for good.
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Review from D Y (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 26 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
For all the time I have been coming to the care home to visit my mother-in-law I have found standards to be very high and feel peace of mind knowing she is well looked after. The Nuns are marvellous at what they do.
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Review from L Y (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother is looked after fantastically, especially as she is now very frail.
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Review from S L (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent practical care, considerate of the resident's needs and wishes. Genuine care and compassion is evident in both the sisters and the carers. Montana is part of the local community, which supports its fundraising events.
I think that the greatest recommendation that I can give is to say that
I am entirely happy that my mother is in the care of the sisters and staff at Montana. They are also very supportive of me during difficult times.
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Review from Anna O (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 8 November 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Montana Care Home team are very considerate, caring and helpful. On our visits, we are always greeted with a warm welcome, followed by a lovely cup of tea or coffee. I would highly recommend Montana Care Home to anyone who is looking for a caring and good home for their older family members.
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Review from C L (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 31 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Four words in the name of the establishment say it all: Care; Home; Grace; Compassion. Nothing else needs to be said.
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Review from T M (Friend of Resident) published on 28 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to recommend this care home unreservedly. My elderly friend was beautifully looked after with great dignity and kindness for the last weeks of her life. The staff and facilities were excellent throughout.
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Review from F S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 7 October 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care at Montana is outstanding - the environment is calm and peaceful and the staff are lovely and caring and attentive. My grandfather is extremely well cared for and I am made to feel welcome whenever I visit.
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Review from Olivia S (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 27 September 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The care at Montana is outstanding; they carry out their work with such compassion and patience, it is really inspiring to witness. My grandfather is very very happy and comfortable at Montana. All the staff there are very friendly whenever I visit.
Reply from Sister Moses, Care Manager at Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion BenedictinesThank you so much. God bless you.
With love and prayers Sr Thaya Moses.
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Review from S D (Husband of Resident) published on 9 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife spent a little time at Montana recovering from a hip replacement. The care and support she received were exemplary. The first few weeks after such an operation are crucial to the recovery. Because of the care she received, she appears to have made a full recovery.
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Review from M D (Resident) published on 5 September 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I spent some time at Montana recovering from a full hip replacement operation. I can find no fault with the care I received. It was top class. The staff and manager were exceptional. I felt that the care and support I received went a long way to what appears to be a full recovery. My room was very comfortable
with a large window looking on to a lovely garden and the other residents were very friendly.
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Review from Christopher H (Resident) published on 28 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy here with my treatment and care in Montana Care Home. Overall standard is excellent. All the carers treat me with dignity and I feel safe in my environment. You might understand because I am a Priest, the spiritual facilities are available in the beautiful convent chapel of St Ann's.
Reply from Sister Moses, Care Manager at Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion BenedictinesThank you.
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Review from Christine M (Niece of Resident) published on 28 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Montana Care Home has a very friendly, caring environment. My aunt is extremely well looked after and enjoys the food, company and trips out. Also the weekly activities eg bingo, she really looks forward to each week.
Reply from Sister Moses, Care Manager at Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion BenedictinesThank you.
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Review from John A (Respite Resident) published on 28 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I spent 4 weeks at Montana Care Home convalescing after cancer surgery. The sisters and lay staff were wonderful!
Each day I felt stronger and more confident. If/when the time comes and I need residential care, Montana Care Home will certainly be my first choice.
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Review from Barbara G (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 19 November 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so happy here. It is perfection. When I get up there is nothing to worry about. Everything is done for me. I sleep very well. I have made friends and especially with one of the residents. We go for a little walk together.
The staff are lovely. It really is perfection.
It is wonderful here.
Reply from Sister Moses, Care Manager at Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion BenedictinesTHANK YOU.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.855)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.855) out of 10 for Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 57 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 57 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.855 for Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines is calculated as follows: ( (571 Excellents x 5) + (86 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 662 Ratings = 4.855
  2. 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 Montana Care Home Grace and Compassion Benedictines is based on 57 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 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 19 registered maximum number of service users is 3.8, which has been reached with 57 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. 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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Bed Vacancies

2 Bed Vacancies

Posted: 09 Jan 2026

We would like to let you know that one room has become available at Montana Care Home.Montana Care Home is part of the Grace and Compassion Benedictines family, offering a warm, person?centred environment where residents are supported in body, mind, and spirit. Our home is known for its welcoming atmosphere, dedicated staff, and emphasis on dignity, independence, and spiritual wellbeing.If you know someone who may be seeking a place of care and companionship, we would be glad to share more details and arrange a visit.

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Awards / Recognitions (8)

Meet the Team (2)

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Jacintha Aruldass

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2015

Sr Jacintha help with office work.

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Julia Bossco

Job Title: Carer Joined: 2008

Works with other carers, very good carer.

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