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The experienced and compassionate team at The Oaks is dedicated to fostering a homely atmosphere where residents can...
Care Provided by The Oaks Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Nursing Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- Dementia Nursing Care
- For a maximum of 61 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
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Bar/Café
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Our weekly fees are based on dependency level and are determined after a full assessment of person's needs. We accommodate for general nursing care, nursing care with dementia and depending on assessment, palliative care/end of life care & support. FNC Contributions (if eligible and awarded) are in addition to any detailed fees & are retained by the home towards the nursing care provision.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact The Oaks Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact The Oaks 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
- Aurem Care
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Renata Sulugiuc (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 50+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2017
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (61)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (25)
Visiting
- The Oaks is delighted to welcome visitors at any time. Guests are kindly asked to sign in at the main reception or entrance. Smaller dogs are also welcome to visit but must be kept on a lead.
Parking
- There is ample free parking on site.
The Oaks Care Home Reviews (69)
The Oaks Care Home has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.414) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Oaks Care Home has 69 reviews.
My father spent his final 8 days as a resident at The Oaks Care Home. As a carer in the community, I found all the staff in her caring, thoughtful and hard-working. The nurses showed compassion and thoughtfulness as my father's health declined. They gave the whole family time and privacy to say their farewells. The staff were amazing and we can't thank them enough.
In the last week of my dad's life, he and us were privileged to be at The Oaks. The staff - fantastic; facilities - perfect and calming. His last days were tranquil and relaxed for both him and his family - all due to the team and their approach and support. THANK YOU.
My mother-in-law received the most excellent care at The Oaks Care Home. All the staff we met, whatever their role, were outstandingly cheerful, kind, helpful, professional. The care staff and nurses gave a very high standard of care delivered with great professionalism and compassion. Their care also extended to visitors and family who were also treated with consideration and kindness.
The staff at The Oaks Care Home have been brilliant and my first thing to say is if you need care for a relative to come here. Mum was here for over 6 months. The standard of holistic timely led wrap around care was extremely high. The staff were full of compassion, not just carers the manager is gentle, kind and very responsive as well as supportive. Catering is excellent whatever mum fancied eating they made it for her. Cleanliness to a high standard. Mums end of life was made bearable and dignified. Thank you.
Very pleased with my stay.
In January, my husband went into The Oaks Care Home and from the very first day, I could have not wished for a better care home. The nurses, carers and the manager could not make you more welcome and that has never changed every day they care exactly the same for you. Also, the meals are excellent. Made by a top-class chef, every meal is cooked and served with perfection.
From the first meeting, I was impressed by the manager's breadth of knowledge about care for the elderly and the kindness and compassion shown for residents. The manager has assembled a body of staff that are well qualified and treat my mother with respect, good humour and gentleness.
The atmosphere in the care home is bright and cheerful and there is a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene. The food is good and the range of activities available to residents is very varied and interesting.
My mother's room is sunny and looks out over a lovely, well-landscaped garden. The communal television, activities and coffee rooms are excellent.
My mother has made several new friends and her life has been greatly improved. The staff are good at monitoring my mother's health and will call her GP if there is any concern. The weight of concern I had for my mother living alone has been removed and I have confidence that her wellbeing and security are in good hands.
Since my mother has been here she looks good. Food is lovely, plenty of it. No rations. Staff friendly, clean, accommodating any time visiting. PS. I have asked my daughter to book me a place.
Thankfully he is not distressed by the move - or his surroundings and has settled in in the month that he has been there.
Huge praise and gratitude to all staff that are involved in his care. He is being treated with dignity, something that very rarely happened at his previous home.
I've seen many improvements in him, even down to basic care. The staff CARE and whilst it's only a small word, it means many things.
I'm very happy, thanks to all.
Thanks to everyone for all your efforts.
In a time of great sadness, we all felt supported and also that they were doing their utmost to provide dignified, respectful care for Dad whilst keeping a calm and reassuring manner.
Many thanks - we couldn't have asked for more.
My mother has been resident at the home since May 2016. In the early months, we were not overly impressed with the home. However, since that time, things have changed dramatically for the better. The care given now is excellent. The staff are extremely friendly and caring. The meals are of a high standard and the home has been superbly decorated throughout. At 98 my mother is happy and content and we are tremendously grateful to the staff of the home for their caring support.
We found the home and staff to be caring and high quality in all respects and areas.
Thank you.
We compared The Oaks Care Home to a number of other homes in the area and find them comparable although giving more of a hospital feeling. The rooms are adequate. The staff gave an appearance of always wanting to please but did fall short on some promises. There were problems trying to deal with a very tricky diet due to renal problems.
After my mum being in hospital for 5 weeks on a busy ward, it was absolutely amazing to see her in a place where she is happy. The staff are amazing and very caring. Nothing is too much trouble. The food is excellent and my mum is always asked if there is anything she fancies when she feels unwell. It is nice being able to rest at night knowing she is being looked after.
My mother was admitted for rehabilitation after being in hospital. The staff have done a fantastic job, she looks so healthy now and back to her old self. Thank you so much.
My mum has been here 6 months, she has days when she wants to go home and be like she was before she became ill. Unfortunately, that is not possible. She is well looked after, taken out when possible, taken to appointments and enjoys the activities which she usually does.
The food is very good and the layout of the home and decoration are excellent.
My mother only spent a one day as a resident here as we sadly lost her and was on end of life care when she arrived. From the very beginning, all of the staff were nothing less than polite and helpful and above all, thoughtful in their dealings with the family. The room was set up when we arrived and was very welcoming. I asked if I could stay in my mum's room as I knew she didn't have long and not only did they agree but offered me an empty room if needed. The nurses and staff made my mum comfortable every two hours and made me endless cups of tea and gave me a wonderful breakfast of my choice. Even though we didn't experience anything else in the home I would recommend this home without a doubt for its care and kindness. I lost my mum today and want to thank you all for the kindness and care you showed my mum in her last hours and for the comfort you gave to me in the beginning of my long journey in learning to live without my mum.
My mother was in The Oaks for end of life care. The care that was given to my mother was excellent, all the care given was out of this world by all members of staff.
All the staff were very welcoming on arrival. The home was very bright, clean and comfortable for all the residents with beautiful, well-kept gardens. There was also plenty of activities going on to keep everyone active and occupied.
Thank you for taking the time to provide such a lovely review. It really means a lot to the team at The Oaks.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 26 June 2025Good
- 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
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News (3) & Events (0)
- 22 Jun 2026
Chefs from across Aurem Care have completed specialist training designed to further enhance the quality, safety and presentation of meals for residents with swallowing difficulties. The training focused on the...
- 12 Jun 2026
A Colchester care home is inviting local people to drop in for tea, cake and a warm welcome as part of National Care Home Open Week. The Oaks Care Home,...
- 12 Jun 2026
By Chelsea Jeffrey, Head of Food Experience, Aurem Care When people think about food in care homes, nutrition is often the first thing that comes to mind. Of course, ensuring...
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Aurem Care
Accreditations
There are no accreditations posted yet for The Oaks Care Home.
Meet the Team (3)

Renata is a Nursing Home Manager with experience in turning services around and building strong, supportive teams. She's worked closely with staff and external professionals to improve standards, strengthen compliance and achieve Good CQC outcomes.
"What matters most to me is creating a home where residents feel comfortable, respected and genuinely cared for and where staff feel supported and confident in their roles.
I’m passionate about person-centred care, developing strong teams and making meaningful improvements that have a real impact on residents’ daily lives."

"My name is Mich, and I am a Clinical Deputy Manager at Oaks Care Home.
I joined the team in March 2026 and have quickly come to appreciate the environment, which is supported by highly competent nurses and a caring, dedicated staff team who provide excellent care to our residents.
I have been a nurse for the past seven years, with a broad range of clinical experience across surgical and medical wards, as well as Accident and Emergency."

"My name is Dawn, and I have been working at The Oaks Care Home for the past eight years.
I began my journey as Head Housekeeper, later progressed to Receptionist, and in 2022, I moved into an administrative role. I am deeply passionate about my work and take pride in being compassionate, committed, and dedicated to everything I do.
I truly enjoy welcoming people each day and feel grateful to be part of such an amazing team."
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