Thorp House Nursing Home

Church Road, Griston, Watton, Thetford IP25 6QA
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  • Thorp House Nursing Home, Thetford
Thorp House Nursing Home provides a safe and stimulated environment where 24 hour qualified staff as well as a highly skilled care staff are here to assist with all your requirements. Thorp House do not discriminate between clients and all prospective clients undergo a thorough pre-assessment to establish their needs and to ensure the home is the best place for you.

The house has a very warm and homely atmosphere with very energetic and enthusiastic staff. All meals are home cooked on the premesis. The kitchens can cater for all diets and are especially interested in nutrition and how to maintain a healthy life.

The enclosed gardens which people can use without fear of being interupted or being able to leave the grounds without assistance are set in a quadrangle in the middle of the home.
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Care Provided

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment
  • Younger Adults

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 41 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate 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)
  • 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

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1400
  • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1400
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1400
  • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1400
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: from £1400
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: from £1400
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: from £1400
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care: from £1400

* Subject to assessment

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Thorp House Nursing Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

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 £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Claire Brooks (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Pre-assessment to be completed by manager to determine the needs of the prospective client.
  • Ages from 18 to 105

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2015
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (41)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (0)
  • Single Rooms with Ensuite Wet Room (1)

Thorp House Nursing Home Reviews (81)

9.9

Thorp House Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.897) out of 10, based on 26 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Thorp House Nursing Home has 81 reviews.

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Review from L B (Wife of Resident) published on 14 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely, warm, homely atmosphere. Beautifully clean. Wonderful, caring staff. My husband's overall health improved dramatically after moving here last year.
Reply from Claire Brooks, Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

Thank you for your review, and lovely comments. I will be sure to pass it on to the team

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Review from L W (Wife of Resident) published on 14 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Happy being there. Joined in some activities, enjoyed his food. He got on well with the staff. One fault, only had one shower when there and put on dirty trousers once. He likes to feel smart.
Reply from Claire Brooks, Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

thank you for your review. We are glad that we can support you and your husband

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Review from K D (Wife of Resident) published on 4 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is so comforting to know that my husband is being looked after and to have complete confidence in the quality of care he receives. The hospitality that Thorp House provides is also wonderful.
Reply from Claire Brooks, Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

We are so pleased that you are happy with care of your husband

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Review from Barbara R (Sister of Resident) published on 20 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sister has been in Thorp House care for several months now and I couldn't wish for her to be in better care, she is very happy there and loves to get involved in all the activities, which seem to be considerable as well as trips out. She had been in 2/3 temporary care homes but was not happy,
here in Thorp House she is absolutely settled, with very caring and sympathetic staff.
Before this, I was always worried about medication as she is diabetic and would get her medication muddled but she is now supervised so no problem there. Whilst I am unable to visit, I am kept fully informed by her son and daughter .
I would like to thank the staff at Thorp House for taking such good care of my sister.
Reply from Claire Brooks, Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

Dear Barbara, Thank you for your kind review. We couldn't be more pleased to give you the comfort that your sister is well cared for here at Thorp. Warmest regards

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Review from C M (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 January 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since Mum has been here she has been very, very happy, well entertained with amazing staff and activities. Would recommend to anyone.
Reply from Claire Brooks, Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

Thank you for your review of the home it is greatly appreciated. Kind regards.

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Review from James P (Brother of Resident) published on 12 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We very much appreciate the positive and friendly culture of everyone at Thorp House - and the efforts to accommodate our brother's needs at this challenging time for him. We have found all the staff very approachable and willing to discuss any issues.
Reply from Claire Brooks, Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words, it's very much appreciated.

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Review from Jill C (Wife of Resident) published on 11 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My husband has been in Thorp House since Easter, and what a wonderful place for him to live.
Nothing is too much trouble. Everyone is so kind and caring, and I feel it's really helped me to heal, knowing he is well looked after.
There us always something for him to join in with if he so wishes, and
he loves breakfast club.
A big thank you to all the staff you are amazing.
Reply from Alexia Deakin, Deputy Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

Thank you so much for the lovely review it really is appreciated. We will let the team know of your lovely comments.

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Review from J B (Brother of Resident) published on 11 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thorp House is amazing, the care and kindness my brother receives is outstanding. My brother can be difficult at times, the staff deal with these difficulties with patience and kindness. The staff are exceptional, from the nurses, carers, domestic and kitchen staff, nothing is too much trouble for them.
It's an excellent place to be if you need care or respite.
Reply from Alexia Deakin, Deputy Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

Thank you so much for the lovely review it really is appreciated. We will let the team know of your lovely comments.

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Review from P M (Respite Resident) published on 3 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My respite care for two weeks was really good food was good (as an RAF chef) care was very good and would come back. Everything I asked to be done was done for me with quickness and enthusiasm from everyone.
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Review from Pat R (Friend of Resident) published on 30 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very pleased to be able to express my views on Thorp House, I have been visiting fairly regularly for quite some time now, ever since my friend has taken up residence. It's been quite a revelation, the openness of all the staff to the residents is truly remarkable, so very warm and friendly, helpful
and nothing is too much trouble, I have seen this time and again.
Reply from Claire Brooks, Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

Thank you for your review, we enjoy seeing all of the visitors at Thorp.

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Review from Anita L (Daughter of Resident) published on 30 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Moved mum into Thorp House 2 weeks ago from another home out of area. Beautiful home, wonderful caring staff. Thank you Thorp for making this easier for Mum and us. Mum seems to be settling well which isn't easy as she's been through so much over the last year with losing my sister and my dad then
falling and fracturing her hip. Everyone is so calm and compassionate which is just what Mum needs. Sadly we believe dementia is advancing and we know this will be just the right home for Mum.
Reply from Claire Brooks, Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

Thank you for your review. We are glad that mum has settled well at Thorp.

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Review from C P (Friend of Resident) published on 23 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Friend of resident. Come and do activities with residents from Hingham Bowls Club.
Reply from Claire Brooks, Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

Thank you for your review. All the residents who participate in the bowls have a great time.

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Review from Chris T (Grandson of Resident) published on 20 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Always very impressed with Thorp House when we visit my grandma. The staff are always very friendly and show great care for my grandma. Being 104 she has a number of care requirements, but the staff at Thorp House cater for these exceptionally. Since arriving at Thorp House my grandma's health has improved
significantly, she is now the best I have ever seen her. This is no doubt down to the high standard of care she receives, the excellent facilities/room my grandma has access to, plus the wide-ranging activities she gets to participate in. I'm always very impressed by Thorp House.
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Review from Michael S (Cousin of Resident) published on 20 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A great friendly atmosphere, the staff are wonderful in a very nice setting.
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Review from Jenny N (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad is extremely happy in Thorp House after living independently for 95 years. He is always clean and tidy when I visit. Baths are looked forward to. He enjoys the food, which is of a very high standard. I speak from experience. The carers are first-rate, very caring and efficient. The best I've come
across. The activities taking place are varied. Dad especially enjoys trips out.
Reply from Claire Brooks, Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

Thank you for review. We are happy that dad is enjoying living here at Thorp.

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Review from Graham T (Friend of Resident) published on 13 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I attend Thorp House once a month to visit a resident and help to give the residents a chance to play bowls from their wheelchairs. On each occasion the staff are very welcoming and the residents keen to play. The house is always clean and the staff very attentive to the needs of the residents. It is
a pleasure to visit and see them enjoy the activities.
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Review from Douglas T (Son of Resident) published on 13 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The level of care is exceptional and my mum has improved into her 104 years as a result. Mixing with others and joining with games and projects has helped no end. She is always cheerful, lovely and clean, well-dressed and converses nonstop. There could be no better place for her to live.
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Review from Pamela T (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 13 September 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my mother-in-law has been a resident in Thorp House she has been given the best of care. The staff are very friendly and Mum appears to be very happy there. The atmosphere of the home is exceptional. As an ex-nurse I can see the level of care is excellent. The last time I came there was a singer
who played and sang with the residents. All of whom were enjoying themselves. The staff are exceptionally kind and caring to all.
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Review from F K (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the start we had a good gut feeling about the home and its staff; we were encouraged to visit whenever we wanted, nothing was hidden, nothing was too much trouble and they treated Dad as they would want their relative treated. There is a lovely, warm and friendly atmosphere with fun and laughter
in abundance, great activities including games, a disco, and D-day and July 4th celebrations all within the few weeks Dad was there. The gardens are lovely, too and used whenever weather permits! As a family we knew he'd never come home but knew too that the staff would do their best to make his last few weeks as happy and comfortable as they could be. And they did. All of them: housekeeping, chefs, night staff, managers, maintenance and carers. We cannot thank them enough for looking after him for us and being so incredibly kind when he died. It is testament to their genuinely caring attitude that so many came to pay their respects, say goodbye and console with a grieving family.
Reply from Alexia Deakin, Deputy Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

Thank you so much for your kind words and I will make sure this is shared with the team.

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Review from Beth B (Private Carer of Resident) published on 20 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am a private carer and visit many of my past clients who have now moved in to care homes to match their ongoing needs. I can safely say that Thorp House is by far the best around from what I have witnessed. The staff are friendly and always about in abundance. No sign of being short staffed unlike
other homes I have visited. There is a lovely atmosphere in the shared spaces. I always feel comforted on leaving that my lovely lady is being looked after very well.
Reply from Alexia Deakin, Deputy Manager at Thorp House Nursing Home

Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review. We will continue to look after our residents to the highest standard and will make sure this is shared with the staff.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.897)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.897) out of 10 for Thorp House Nursing Home 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 26 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 26 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 4.897 for Thorp House Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (271 Excellents x 5) + (31 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 302 Ratings = 4.897
  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 Thorp House Nursing Home is based on 26 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 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 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 41 registered maximum number of service users is 8.2, which has been reached with 26 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.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 24 Feb 2023

Overall Good

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  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Meet the Team (5)

Claire

Claire Brooks

Job Title: Home Manager

I qualified as a nurse 30 years ago. During the last 30 years, I have worked in many different areas of healthcare but have spent the last 10 years working in a care home. I am passionate about making a difference in people's lives - residents, relatives and the team here at Thorp. I joined the team here at Thorp in February 2024, The home has a fantastic family feel, which I hear every day walking around the home with laughter and fun at the heart of the home. I am looking forward to moving the home from good to outstanding. At home, I love literature and classical music to create a relaxing environment.


However, my great passion is cooking and love to learn to create new dishes for my family and friends to enjoy.

Alexia Deakin

Alexia Deakin

Job Title: Deputy Manager

My Career in Healthcare began in 2014 as a newly qualified staff nurse in a specialist Cardio/Thoracic Hospital. I progressed to become a specialist Cardio/Thoracic nurse where I was in charge of a Surgical Ward and High Dependency Unit. In January 2018 I joined Kingsley Healthcare as a staff nurse at Thorp House Nursing Home. This position was very different from my previous job but was very fulfilling as I had the time to deliver person-centered care to the residents who have become like a second family to me. I became the Deputy Manager at Thorp House in August 2019 where I support the home manager in the daily running of the home making sure that the team is delivering high-quality care with compassion and empathy.

Hanna

Hanna Nguyen

Job Title: Hospitality Manager

My passion for hospitality started while I was studying in Paris, around 25 years ago, I started to work at the legendary Michelin star-graded restaurant named "Au Pied de Cochon". The atmosphere, the teamwork, and the attention to detail designated the path of my life and I continued working in high-level hotels and restaurants. At Thorp House, my key focus is managing the food service operations, working closely with the chef around menu planning and preparation to deliver quality meals to our residents. I absolutely love working at Thorp. Every day is different and brings some new challenges. To see the devotion of the team in bringing the best care to the residents in their day-to-day lives in our nursing home is heart-warming.


In my spare time, I enjoy doing crocheting and puzzle-solving.

Charlotte

Charlotte

Job Title: Administrator

I joined Thorp in 2017 as part of the administration team, as a friendly face to welcome residents, family and friends.


Whether that be in person or on the phone. I have over 8 years of experience having worked in insurance previously. I enjoy working at Thorp as it holds family values and is always a warm and welcoming environment.


On my days off I enjoy playing hockey or going for walks and taking on hiking challenges.

Marcia

Marcia Hughes

Job Title: Activities & Wellbeing Coordinator

Hi, my name is Marcia. I am the activities & Wellbeing Coordinator. I am here to fulfill your wishes and dreams during your journey at Thorp House with us. Your wish is my command!

Frequently Asked Questions about Thorp House Nursing Home

What types of Care is Thorp House Nursing Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment & Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Thorp House Nursing Home have?

There are 41 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Thorp House Nursing Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), 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 are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Thorp House Nursing Home to the centre of Thetford?

10.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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