Cheaney Court Care Home

Harrington Road, Desborough, Kettering NN14 2NH
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  • Cheaney Court Care Home, Kettering
Cheaney Court Care Home specialises in dementia care, having been purpose-built to enable a comfortable and relaxing lifestyle, as well as being an ideal environment in which care workers can achieve best standards.

Residents can choose from numerous interests and activities, enjoy homely lounge and dining areas, as well as their own reminiscence room and sensory garden.

All care packages are individually tailored, taking on board each client's taste and preference.
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Care Provided

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 65 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia
  • Advanced/Complex Dementia

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • Convalescent Care

Facilities

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

Funding & Fees

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Kathryn Keech (Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 60+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: Yes
  • Last Refurbishment: 2007

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (61)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (2)

Cheaney Court Care Home Reviews (107)

9.8

Cheaney Court Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.807) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Cheaney Court Care Home has 107 reviews.

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Review from Denise W (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My dad had been at Cheaney Court since September last year. Unfortunately my dad passed away on the 15.06.25. From when my dad went into Cheaney Court until he passed away the care that was provided was outstanding, even after he had passed away he was still treated with the upmost respect. The manager
is very approachable, listens to families & shows empathy. The nurses are fantastic at their jobs, they don't just care they really care! Listening to my dad's wishes as well as the family. The staff are amazing, always friendly & welcoming. It felt I wasn't just visiting my dad but going to his home & seeing friends. I know my dad felt happy & safe there, he never complained, said that staff do a fantastic job & that one staff member in particular goes above & beyond, would listen to what dad liked & wanted, organised was his words.
All the staff need recognition for what they do every day, in my eyes they are all angels!
I'm glad dad got to spend his last few months at Cheaney Court.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your kind words, I have passed these to our team to read. Many thanks

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Review from K F (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Dad has settled in really well, a true home from home. All the staff are wonderful, nothing is ever too much trouble. The food is great. Dad enjoys the organised activities and socialising with others, and he loves the singing afternoons. His medical needs are well managed. I am always kept informed
about how Dad is doing, which gives me peace of mind. Thank you for everything!
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your review, I will pass your kind words onto our team.

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Review from J N (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Nursing staff were attentive to mums changing health needs. The staff were willing to discuss mums needs with me. Listened to my views and concerns.
A good range of activities for residents to join in with.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your review. I will share this with my team.

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Review from Jimmie P (Brother-in-law of Resident) published on 4 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everyone very kind, helpful, answered all question as best as they could. Just all round a great place. Clean, no smells, good food. Nothing but nice things to say.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your review, I will share your comments with our team.

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Review from S B (Daughter of Resident) published on 31 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff and management always helpful, happy and polite. What strikes is that staff seem happy. My mother's care has been exemplay, despite lots of medical intervention and she is very happy with this herself. I would highly recommend.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for such a great review, I will share this with our team.

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Review from Maxine S (Friend of Resident) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fabulous care home, staff all excellent! Everyone speaks to you, friendly and patient. Spotlessly clean too!
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your kind words, I will share these with our team.

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Review from Sue P (Daughter of Resident) published on 12 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother received excellent care and service firstly as a respite and in later years a resident. They showed great care and concern in the last 2 months of her life and she passed with dignity
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. I will share this with the team.

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Review from S B (Son of Resident) published on 26 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our Mother was a resident at Cheaney Court for almost three years.
In that time her care was exceptional!
The team led by a professional manager worked extremely hard to provide a safe, kind and welcoming environment for both residents and visitors alike. My family do not hesitate to thank the whole
team for their care and efficiency in making our Mother's final days comfortable and safe.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for such a wonderful review. I will pass your comments on to our team. Many thanks.

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Review from R S (Sister-in-law of Resident) published on 21 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our brother-in-law was a resident here for around six months and we found the staff and care were excellent. Everyone is always very kind and caring.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your review. I will share this with the team at Cheaney.

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Review from Fiona E (Resident) published on 18 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I certainly did not expect to have to need a nursing home but you have made my stay painless and comfortable. Thank you everyone, management, nurses, carers, domestics, kitchen staff and maintenance. If I've forgotten anyone apologies. Thanks again.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. I will pass your comments on to our team.

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Review from Jenny B (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A huge thank you to all the staff at Cheaney Court for an excellent, well-run home. My dad was a resident here for nearly a year. The staff were wonderful and warm and caring. I used to visit regularly, the home was always clean, the staff were all familiar faces and treated the residents kindly with
warmth and humour. You could regularly hear laughter in the corridors and everyone managed to stay cheerful and positive, even under trying situations. It is hard to move a parent to a home, necessary this time for health reasons, but Cheaney Court made it easy and gave regular updates. Dad sadly passed away in October, and this was treated with kindness and compassion. Thank you all again.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for taking the time to review your father's stay at Cheaney Court. I will share this with the team.

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Review from John P (Son of Resident) published on 19 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father was transferred directly from the hospital to Cheaney Court, Desborough suffering from multiple debilitating ailments. Every effort was made by the staff to assist with physical recovery, providing encouragement where needed while also looking out for his mental well-being.
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went the extra mile to make both Dad and visitors feel welcome and at home - a nice atmosphere makes for pleasant visits.
My thanks to the staff and management, highly recommended.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review. I will pass your comments on to our team.

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Review from B S (Niece of Resident) published on 8 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I am really pleased to see my uncle looking tidy, clean and well. His room is also very homely and I am very satisfied with the level of care.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review, I will pass your comments on to our team.

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Review from J F (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my father has become a resident at Cheaney Court he has been treated with nothing but care, kindness and dignity. All the staff greet my father by his name and never pass him without a few cheery words or conversation if they have the time. While my father is reluctant to join in the many activities
on offer he is still gently and kindly encouraged to participate. With regards to the cleanliness and food provided both are excellent. On behalf of my mother and myself, I wish to thank the management and staff. We are both very grateful.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

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

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Review from M F (Daughter of Resident) published on 10 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Father has been in Cheaney Court since November 2023. The care he has received has been of a high standard even when he is going through an "awkward day".
The main complaint from Dad is the food is boring, especially as he has to have mashed food due to a swallowing problem and the desserts are
boring.
The staff seem kind and professional in a difficult working profession.
Reply from Rahi Joshi, Marketing Associate at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your feedback. We're pleased to hear that your father is happy with the person-centred care provided to him. We take all our feedback seriously and we will look into the concern raised by you. Kind regards.

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Review from D C (Daughter of Resident) published on 2 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Father was at Cheaney Court for several months and he was well looked after. The management and staff were all approachable and not once did I see a miserable member of staff. They always had a smile on their faces and were very welcoming. The home itself was clean and well-maintained.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your review - this will be shared with the team. Many thanks.

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Review from Linda S (Daughter of Resident) published on 25 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a very friendly, caring and supportive care home. Always greeted with a smile whether it's management or care staff. We couldn't have asked for better care than what was given and shown to my dad. Whenever there was a change in my dad's health or his care needs had to be altered we were contacted
straight away. He was as happy as we could have hoped for. 10/10 to CheaneyCourt Care Home.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your review - this will be shared with the team. Many thanks.

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Review from S K (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Mum was extremely difficult to begin with and found it difficult to settle. Visiting her was a trial.
She was treated with love and respect. Hert well-being was always their major concern. The patience shown to my Dad with his constant telephone calls was also much appreciated.
They turned her around
and I am sure enriched her last few years.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your kind feedback. We appreciate you recognising our staff's effort, I will pass on your comments to the team.

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Review from I J (Friend of Resident) published on 20 May 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The comfort support, and friendlyness were very important to me when finding somewhere for my friend not only could my friend have asked for no more, but neither could I. I feel we both made lots of friends from management/admin, carer, and nurses.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your kind words, I will pass these onto the team.

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Review from S K (Daughter of Resident) published on 27 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could not be happier with the overall experience at Cheaney Court. The staff are lovely and keep us up to date with my Dad on each visit. The DR. visits regularly and my Dad seems very well taken care of. I regularly have to restock my Dad's bathroom which is so nice to know he is always clean as
he was in a different care home before and was never in need of new wash items as they never cared. Overall my Mother and I are very happy with everything at Cheaney Court and my Dad seems very settled.
Reply from Kathryn Smith, Home Manager at Cheaney Court Care Home

Thank you for your kind feedback. We appreciate you recognizing our staff's effort, I will pass on your comments to the team.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.807)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.807) out of 10 for Cheaney Court Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 29 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 29 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 4.807 for Cheaney Court Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (279 Excellents x 5) + (60 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 342 Ratings = 4.807
  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 Cheaney Court Care Home is based on 29 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 65 registered maximum number of service users is 13, which has been reached with 29 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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Estelle Johnson

Job Title: Care, Quality & Compliance Manager Joined: 2020

Estelle has been at Cheaney Court for almost 4 years. She has a wealth of experience and is an asset to the team

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheaney Court Care Home

What types of Care is Cheaney Court Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care & Dementia are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

How many Rooms does Cheaney Court Care Home have?

There are 61 Single Rooms and 2 Couples/Companion Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Cheaney Court Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Lift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Cheaney Court Care Home to the centre of Kettering?

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

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