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The home is able to care for one hundred and two clients in comfortable surroundings. Gifford House is situated on the outskirts of Basildon, set in extensive landscaped grounds.
Gifford House offers all the advantages of a purpose building with modern facilities. The bedrooms are attractively decorated and finished. All...
Care Provided by Gifford House Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Alcohol / Drug Misuse
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 102 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
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
prices are on enquiry- on assessment
Contact Gifford House 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)
Good to Know
Group / Owner
- A M S Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Susan Doyle (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2006
- Last Refurbishment: 2026
- Number of floors: 3
Room Information
- Single Rooms (102)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (39)
Visiting
- everybody welcome- Walkins are welcome
Parking
- parking onsite
Gifford House Care Home Reviews (103)
Gifford House Care Home has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.281) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Gifford House Care Home has 103 reviews.
When I knew my Mum needed nursing care after being very ill in hospital, I looked around several places for her but as soon as I walked through the doors of Gifford House I was certain this would be the one for her. For the last six months of her life, until she died peacefully on March 30th, she has been very happy and extremely well cared for. All of the staff treated her with the utmost respect and dignity at all times, they are patient and very kind and there is nothing that they would not do for her. Family and all visitors are made very welcome and are cared for in every way, the lounge is a lovely place to sit and meet other people and the staff are helpful to you at all times. So thank you to all at Gifford House as not only did you make my Mums last few months of life very happy, it also gave me peace of mind that she was well taken care of at all times.
Thank you for your lovely comments.
It was an absolute pleasure to have known and cared for your Mum. She was a real character.
Staff remember how much she enjoyed having numerous helpings of tomato soup and they are also missing nightly snacks of chocolate rolls and crisps with her.
Your...
I cannot recommend Gifford House care home enough. My mum was cared for from February 2015 to when she sadly passed away in December 2019. From the moment I came through the door, I knew it was the right place for mum and in the end, it proved to be the best move we could have made. The care home facilities are excellent and continually improving but what makes it truly exceptional is their wonderful, supportive and caring staff. It may be a nursing home but what they have done is made it like a home from home for the residents and their families to continue to share their life and build memories together. They have great family get-togethers from BBQs to Halloween parties which mum and I have so enjoyed. Mum loved living here and I have loved visiting her and that's the highest recommendation I can give. I cannot thank all the wonderful staff enough for their kindness, humour and brilliant care. 5 stars, it's a great home with exceptional staff.
We were honoured that you entrusted us with the care of your mother and it was our privilege to have her at Gifford House. Your mum was a lovely person with a very pleasant nature and smiley face that we will all remember and miss. We are so pleased that she enjoyed being at Gifford House and you...
The care my mum was given went way above and beyond our expectations. We couldn't have wished for better. We put our trust in their hands, and we couldn't be more grateful that Mum was treated with respect and love, right up to her passing, which was dealt with the utmost sensitivity, respect and dignity. Can't thank you enough.
To this day, I have not regretted my decision. Although mum found the change difficult at first, she soon adapted and made lots of friends. The staff became a second family for her and she thrived.
I cannot praise the staff enough. They were very supportive of mum and myself and I am very grateful for everything they did for her whilst she was there. Unfortunately, she passed recently with her care home family with her, as I couldn't get to the home in time.
I would definitely recommend Gifford House Care Home.
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I attended a resident and family/carer firework party tonight with my Dad. Dad is poorly with Alzheimer's and Cancer. We both really enjoyed the evening food, drink and fireworks included. The staff are always friendly and although Dad has his bad and sad days we know he is happy and looked after. He is normally asleep and in bed by 7pm. Tonight he was in the lounge chatting and listening to the families until 9pm.
Halloween/ Fireworks party at Gifford House.
We are pleased that your Dad and family enjoyed our popular event. This year we had over 300 people attending that enjoyed the party.
We find that our residents enjoy activities and interactions...
Thank you so much for all your help with my nan. I honestly couldn't thank your staff enough for how much the family was made to feel welcome. I would highly recommend your care home. Thank you so much.
It was a pleasure to have met and cared for your Nan, who was such a lovely lady.
You and your family are welcome at Gifford House anytime.
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Fantastic care, I can't fault this home at all. I just wish my family member was in your care from the start.
We are pleased that your expectations were met.
Your review will motivate our team.
Thank you for taking the time to review Gifford House.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making my mum as comfortable as can be, at the end of her life. I couldn't wish for better carers, nurses and staff, you are all amazing. Thank you for welcoming all of the family in this beautiful care home.
It was our privilege to care for your mum.
We will share your positive comments with our team as it will motivate them to further improve our service.
Thank you for taking the time to review Gifford House Care Home.
This care home was absolutely amazing. They looked after my nan so well, I know for a fact they made her so comfortable, and I honestly could not thank the care home enough. They did regular check-ups and overall, they were so supportive.
We will share your comment with our team. They will appreciate your positive comments and use them to further improve our service.
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The care mum received was beyond our expectations and mum was made to feel as though she was part of their family.
Nothing was too much for any member of staff and they would always go the 'extra mile' to make sure mum was comfortable and attended to her needs, including considering our request for mum to have a room with a garden view as mum spent many hours of enjoyment at home in her garden and we felt this was important to mum. Mum was always well presented and cared for.
I cannot praise Gifford House enough for their help and support at such a difficult time, not only for mum but for the whole family.
We feel so lucky to have had the opportunity of mum staying at Gifford House and wouldn't hesitate in recommending to anybody who finds themselves in the unfortunate position of their loved one needing care.
A huge 'thank-you' to Gifford House and your amazing team.
Thank you for taking the time to review Gifford House.
It was a pleasure to have met and cared for such a lovely lady.
We are glad that you had a positive experience.
You and your family are welcome at Gifford House anytime. Please join us for future events and visit us anytime for a...
My father was a resident at Gifford House until his passing, he was admitted to Gifford House due to his previous home not being able to meet his needs after a short spell in hospital. My father had dementia and we were told constantly that he had become aggressive, although we never saw this. When dad was taken to Gifford House the first thing he said was “it’s lovely here” and for him to say these words meant so much, as he had never commented on his previous home. The staff soon got to know dad and his dislikes and likes and always told him or asked his permission to carry out any task. He was always clean-shaven and nicely dressed, nothing was too much to ask. In his final hours, the support we had as a family was truly amazing. My only regret was that we had not found out about Gifford House when looking for a care home for him. He was only there for four months but he enjoyed those four months even as his health deteriorated.
It was a pleasure to care for your father. His sense of humour brought a smile to our faces.
It means so much to us to hear that you have happy memories of him.
You and your family are welcome at Gifford House anytime so we look forward to...
My grandad appears to be happy and has settled in well.
Thank you.
We are honoured that you have entrusted us with the care of your Grandad and it is our privilege to look after such a lovely man.
We will share your comments with our staff. They will appreciate your positive comments and use them to further improve our service.
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The home itself is spotless and kept to a high standard.
The rooms were good, with nice outlooks. I would certainly recommend the home to friends and family and would be my first choice if I ever needed to go into care.
I am so pleased that my husband spent his last days here.
Thank you for taking the time to review Gifford House especially at such a difficult time.
All our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all our residents.
We are honoured that you had entrusted us with the care of your husband and it was our privilege to look...
My father was treated with the utmost respect and care. The staff were fantastic.
We hope you have fond memories of your father's time at Gifford House.
We thank you for taking time to share your experience. We will pass on your comments to our staff, they will appreciate them and use them to further improve our service.
The standards are high. Clean and the staff are lovely.
Wouldn't put my loved ones anywhere else.
Highly recommend.
Just look for yourself.
All our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience for all our residents.
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Thank you.
The staff are nice, caring and helpful. Any concerns raised with management seemed to be dealt with. Really appreciated the care given to my husband.
All our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience to all our residents. We are pleased that you felt supported and please visit us.
We will share your comments with our staff. They will appreciate your positive comments and use them to further improve our service.
Thank you.
Could not ask for more from a nursing home. Looking after my Mum better than I ever could. Thank you.
All our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience to all our residents.
We are honoured that you have entrusted us with the care of your mother.
We will share your comments with our staff. They will appreciate your positive comments and use them to further improve our service.
Would highly recommend anyone sending there loved ones here.
All our staff are committed to providing the best possible care experience to all our residents.
We will share your comments with our staff. They will appreciate your positive comments and use them to further improve our service.
All was very good. All staff friendly and helpful. Cannot fault anything. Mum was in tears when it was time to go. Please carry on with the good work. All our thanks.
We are happy that we were able to assist by having your Mum at Gifford House for a short time and delighted that she enjoyed her time at Gifford House.
We value your comments and we will continue doing our best.
Thank you once again.
My Mum was a resident of Gifford House during the month of January. On arrival, she was greeted by management welcoming her to the home. She was treated with respect all the time during her stay. Staff were always respectful and helpful to both my Mum and me when I visited. I am a nurse at a hospital in London was very impressed with the facilities the home provided and was pleased that she had been placed at Gifford. My Mum was at Gifford for palliative care so when the time came and she was passing away, I was supported by the staff so well and your staff are a credit to the home. I also found the team very supportive to my bother at the time and after my Mum passing everything was done with dignity.
We are pleased that we were able to assist you and your family at such a difficult time.
We will use your comments to further improve our service.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 11 November 2023Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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- 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.
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