
This is a wonderful place to live. I am lucky to be living here. A big thank you to everyone.Maureen S(Resident / Service User)

the attention to her physical care is top-notch. The staff are friendly, professional and caringJules N(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The care my husband has been given is wonderfuland it is a pleasure to see him so happyJ G(Wife of Resident/Service User)

This is a wonderful place to live. I am lucky to be living here. A big thank you to everyone.Maureen S(Resident / Service User)

the attention to her physical care is top-notch. The staff are friendly, professional and caringJules N(Daughter of Resident/Service User)

The care my husband has been given is wonderfuland it is a pleasure to see him so happyJ G(Wife of Resident/Service User)

Staff at Foxburrow Grange believe life is for living and are dedicated to enabling residents enjoy it to the full in an environment where independence and involvement are encouraged and where residents have choice and control over how they live their lives.
A ten-minute drive from the centre of Colchester, Foxburrow Grange is equipped with the most innovative nursing facilities available today. Designed specifically to care for residents both now...
Care Provided by Foxburrow Grange Care Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- 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 69 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
- 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
A number of extra treats and services that are not covered by the weekly fee are also provided at Foxburrow Grange. These include: professional hairdressing, magazines and newspapers for personal reading, personal purchases such as fresh flowers for individual’s rooms, stationery, confectionery, alcoholic beverages, particular snacks; toiletries; clothing, shoes and slippers; dry cleaning and the installation of private telephone line, internet or cable TV connections.
In the absence of free provision by the NHS, the following may also be provided, but shall be charged in addition to the weekly fee: chiropody; occupational therapy; opticians; dentistry; physiotherapy, other privately arranged healthcare and being accompanied to any planned medical appointments. The Home Manager will notify you if charges do not apply for any reason.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Foxburrow Grange Care Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Foxburrow Grange 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
- Outlook Care
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Victoria Barber (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages from 40 to 120
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Year Purpose Built: 2013
- Last Refurbishment: -1
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (69)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (69)
Visiting
- Visitors to a nursing home can provide numerous benefits to residents, both emotionally and socially. Here are some of the key benefits: 1. Emotional Well-Being 2. Mental Stimulation 3. Sense of Purpose 4. Physical Health 5. Reduced Stress and Anxiety 6. Better Quality of Life 7. Family Involvement and Communication 8. Increased Social Engagement
Parking
- Free parking for visitors
Foxburrow Grange Care Home Reviews (60)
Foxburrow Grange Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.577) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Foxburrow Grange Care Home has 60 reviews.
Foxburrow Grange is a modern, fresh nursing home who constantly strive to enhance the residents stays. The staff are so welcoming, happy and its a home from home. The activities are so varied and well thought out to cater for everyone's needs, and the team do a grand job. The home has a warm feeling about it and you leave knowing your loved one is safe and well looked after.
Very pleased with the care given. Very pleasant atmosphere with happy staff who are extremely helpful.
Dear John, thank you for taking the time to write this review. Your feedback is very valuable to us. We pride ourselves on the standard of care provided and we feel it is of utmost importance to retain a pleasant and welcoming environment for our residents as Foxburrow Grange is their home, and...
My Mother has been here for 6 months and I'm extremely pleased with it. Wing staff are so caring and look happy to be doing the job they are designated to do. My Mother's needs are complex but carers and nurses deal with everything wonderfully. I visit my Mother regularly and frequently at differing times so feel I have a good grasp of Foxburrow Grange's care/work ethos. There's never a bad odour in the place, which speaks volumes as to how important hygiene is to the home alongside the wonderful sensitive care. Activities are interactive for residents and music events are incredibly entertaining a real feel-good factor. Due to staff relocation, retirement etc, there have been some changes recently, but these seem to have gone very smoothly and some more innovative ideas are appearing, including a revamped hair salon, which all sound excellent. My Mother still has the same medical issues but it is a relief to see that they are dealt with so well and she is happy and settled. Superb.
We aim to provide the highest standards of care in our home to ensure a happy and safe environment for our residents, and it...
Our mum has settled very well in the unit. It is much better when you get regular staff which seems to be happening. Friendly and understanding, all her needs seem to be met. If we have issues we just say and they try to endeavour to our request.
Thank you for taking the time to give feedback. Your views are important to us and we totally agree that consistency of staff is fundamental to good care delivery.
I find Foxburrow Grange a very happy and relaxing place for my mother to live, and for me to visit. Everyone goes out of their way to provide an excellent service. I feel confident leaving my mother at the end of a visit knowing she will be well looked after until I visit again.
Thank you for your lovely review.
Care staff are exemplary. Nothing is too much for them to do for you. The Grange is excellent in every way, more like a hotel than a nursing home.
Foxburrow Grange Care Home is well positioned within the borough of Colchester. There is generally sufficient parking. Security is good, key codes being changed on a regular. Access to residents is available 24/7 without prior arrangements. The residents are well cared for by both care and nursing staff. Cleaning is good, both household and laundry facilities. Food is good and plentiful. Residents are helped with feeding as necessary by care staff.
Thank's for your lovely review. We strive to do our best for our residents.
I have been a volunteer at Foxburrow Grange for a year now. My very first time I entered Foxburrow, I was welcomed by the entertainment organiser and she made me so welcome. The staff on reception were welcoming, as were all the careers and staff that I have had the pleasure to meet. The care home itself is clean and spacious lovely views. Thank you all for making me welcome.
Thank you for your lovely review. We value our volunteers so much and cannot thank you enough for all of the work you do to help Foxburrow Grange be a fabulous place for residents to live. Thank you!
Moved my father, 97 years old to this home at the end of September this year. At first he was upset, as being very set in his ways it was difficult for him to accept a new routine, staff and venue and he did prove something of a problem. The staff however could not have been nicer, patient or more caring and he is now very happy with both the home, food and staff and has started joining in various activities something he never did in his previous home. We are very relieved that he is now happy and settled and being well cared for.
Thank you so much for your comments. It is a pleasure working with yourself and your Dad and we have very much enjoyed being a part of bringing him out of his shell and making sure he enjoys his time with us. Thank you.
My sister-in-law has been a resident at Foxburrow Grange for 10 months now and we continue to be impressed with the very high level of care she receives together with the quality of the food and accommodation. Having visited many other homes in the area this was by far our top choice. Recently staff, on their day off, took my sister-in-law out for lunch in her wheelchair. We have been trying so hard to get her to do this as it was something she so enjoyed. We have taken her out since and are doing so again this week for her birthday, joined by friends.
She has become far more talkative, outward going, responsive and in a far better frame of mind as a result of this act of care and kindness.
The home is benefiting from a new forward-thinking manager and we have been very encouraged already by the way she is taking things forward.
My wife and I have no hesitation in thoroughly recommending Foxburrow Grange.
Thank you so very much for your comments. Our staff are vital to the success of the home and our resident's well-being is paramount. Comments like this make such a difference and we will do all we can to ensure that increasing the quality of life for all that reside at Foxburrow Grange is at the centre of all we do. Thank you
We spent a lovely afternoon with what I call "Foxburrow Community". Ages range from 18 months old to 93 years.
A wonderful afternoon with residents/staff/families and the Foxburrow Family.
Thank you for your comments. Our residents love it when Charlie visits and we thank you for bringing him to us and for your support at our events.
Ever since I walked into Foxburrow Grange Nursing and Dementia Care Home I have been impressed by the ambience of the home and the helpfulness, courtesy & friendliness of everyone one from senior management through to housekeeping staff.
I feel that I am fully supported and am able to participate in my husband's care as much as I wish whilst having the back-up of professionals at all times.
The resident's rooms are spacious and all have their own private facilities. As well as dining & lounge areas in each unit there are several quiet areas throughout the home where friends & relatives can sit with their loved ones. There is also pleasant accessible outside space and, for those able to be taken out, the beautiful area of Abbey Fields nearby.
Activities are many and varied from 'pat' dogs & jazz afternoons to coffee clubs & sing-a-longs and everyone is encouraged and helped to join in if they wish.
I truly believe that Foxburrow Grange provides my husband with the safety, security and care that he needs.
Thank you so very much for your comments. We really value all feedback that we receive. We will always strive to do the best for those that we support as it is something that we are passionate about. Your comments will be shared with staff and we cannot thank you enough for taking the time to let us know what you think
Cannot fault this care home at all, staff are brilliant often in very challenging circumstances, always kind, compassionate and welcoming, they have gone out of their way to make my family feel at ease and made special events such as Christmas, Valentines Day and my parents anniversary memorable occasions. The home itself is clean, light and well decorated with lots of areas to explore to keep things interesting for my Dad including a lovely outdoor space. Food is great too and there are often special events organised such as tea dances to provide variety and light relief, I especially like the coffee shop area where we can sit and relax and almost imagine we are in a real coffee shop with my Dad. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend to others. Thank you to everyone at Squirrel x
Thank you very much for your review of our home! We are very proud of what we do here and are always looking at ways to make things better so your comments are so very important. We will continue the good work that we do and are always willing to try new and exciting activities to keep everyone happy and entertained. Thank you.
My lovely uncle has been at Foxburrow Grange for the last few months and our family are SO pleased with the standard of care he receives. Prior to his move to Foxburrow Grange, he was in a hospital ward situation for 9 months and it was very depressing for us to see him in an environment that was not fully able to meet his needs. Now he is happy and contented, and so very well cared for that we could not ask for more. He has a lovely room with all his photos displayed and lovely homely touches like his blanket on the bed etc. The staff on Squirrel are just fantastic, caring and kind, just the sort of people you want to look after someone you love when their needs outweigh the care you can give at home. There is always something planned to entertain residents and the staff are genuinely interested in helping residents have a good quality of life . Moving to Foxburrow Grange has been the best thing to happen to my uncle and I would not hesitate to recommend this care home .
Thank you for your kind words, it is an absolute pleasure to care for your uncle.
The staff are all very helpful and pleasant, the home is lovely, airy, light and the facilities are extremely good.
I would have no hesitation in recommending to someone else.
Thank you very much for your comments. Our staff work very hard to ensure all residents are happy and comfortable. Your compliments will be shared with the team and we look forward to seeing you again.
We viewed one care home and once we had entered I had the feeling that this was going to be our new home it was welcoming.
Four weeks later it was our home and after a lot of soul searching even to this day now it was the best decision I made as my wife is getting 24/7 care that I could not have provided in our own home and that's all I wanted to do.
The staff are very professional and helpful keeping us informed of my wife's health .
In hindsight I have made the right choice as it was difficult to try and be strong for my wife and children and to carry on working and keep healthy.
These are just some of my thoughts as there is not enough room for me to carry on writing what I want to say.
Thank you for taking the time to read my page.
Thank you for your kind words regarding the care your wife is receiving. We are honoured to have been chosen to look after your wife and it is very comforting to know that you and your family are happy with this decision.
I think Foxburrow Grange is an excellent care and nursing home. I am very grateful that my dad is able to have the standard of care and attention that should occur in every care/nursing home in the country. Foxburrow is a bespoke facility (and it Shows) there are lovely spaces in Foxburrow, large rooms for residents and it has been well thought out. My only criticism and this is a comment on all care homes is the weekly charge of £900 (by no means unusual) is too much and no local authority or family should have to pay this amount.
Thank you for your positive comments. Care Fees are based on the individual assessed needs of the resident and also choice of room, therefore fees can vary for individual residents. Our fees are in line with other Care Providers in Colchester
Within a few days of being at Foxburrow, he ate all his meals in the dining room and would be found in the lounge most days. The carers were wonderful to us and had time to talk about any concerns we had when he became very ill.
I wanted him to stay at Foxburrow for his last few days. The staff were amazing, they took great care of him and stayed with him when I was not able to, which was a great comfort to us all.
We feel very privileged that we were able to look after your father. It was our absolute pleasure to be able to play a part in the last 15 months.
On the occasion of our Diamond Wedding Anniversary, the staff on 'Badges Unit' were absolutely great, they had decorated my husbands room with our wedding day photographs, cards, flowers and congratulations. Cheers rang out as my daughter, son and I arrived that morning. A lovely surprise. Management and kitchen staff laid on an unbelievable buffet and the heart shaped cake so beautifully decorated topped the day. Only had to provide the champagne to make it a really lovely day. Can't thank you all enough.
Thank you for your review, we are glad that you enjoyed your 60th Wedding Anniversary and allowed us to celebrate your special day with you.
All the staff are so lovely with her and she continually beams and smiles back at them. From the moment you walk into Foxburrow you are always welcomed by brilliant reception staff.
The laundry, catering, entertainment, maintenance, gardening and administration teams are all great. You cannot ask for more as it's a very demanding and at times frustrating job. I know as we looked after my mother for eight years prior to Foxburrow.
Thank you for your comments. We will always strive to offer the best service that we can for both our residents and their families.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 27 February 2024Requires improvement
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveRequires improvement
- SafeRequires improvement
- Well-ledRequires improvement
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 (1) & Events (0)
- 09 Oct 2024
Emma Kiss - Wellbeing Coordinator. We are delighted to announce that Emma Kiss, our Wellbeing Coordinator at Foxburrow Grange has been recognised and nominated as an East of England Regional...
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- 03 Mar 2023Recipient: Foxburrow Grange Care Home
- 28 Oct 2021Recipient: Foxburrow Grange Care Home
- 04 Dec 2018Recipient: Foxburrow Grange Care Home
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Meet the Team (7)

Victoria has worked in a variety of different roles in the public and voluntary sectors in both health and social care for more
than 20 years. Having worked as an Operations Manager for a Hospice and as a Service Manager in the NHS with a focus on leading services that provide care to those with life-limiting illnesses and care at end of life, a desire to work in registered management was born.
Victoria moved into Social Care in 2020, where she was Registered Manager at Seckford Care. Having enjoyed the role so much even with the challenges of the pandemic, Victoria joined The Willows in August 2022, a 'Requires Improvement’ rated home and by the summer of 2023 had taken the home with her team to a ‘Good’ rating. Victoria is always looking at plans to continually develop services and improve things with a passion for end-of-life and dementia care.
Victoria leads her team with an effervescent approach and focus for positive risk-taking to promote independence and ensure residents live their best lives. A strong believer that relatives are part of the family and deserve the support and compassion in equal measure.
"The best part of my day is to see our residents happy, engaged in activities and relatives coming and going. A home full of laughter,smiles and fun for all and where my colleagues take pride in their work brings me immense joy. I love seeing my team enrich and develop through multicultural employment and embracing other cultures and values”
Victoria is a qualified Level 5 Diploma Coach with Neuro-Linguistic Programming and is registered with the National Council of Psychotherapists and, until 2025, held a relief contract with the mental health charity Suffolk Mind for 7 years

I have worked in care all my adult life; I began my career at 18 where I worked in the community delivering care to people in their homes. I then joined a Nursing care home where I worked as a carer for several years and progressed to care practitioner and then to a deputy manager.
I moved from further up North to Colchester in 2024 to be with my husband who is a paratrooper. I have had several roles here at Foxburrow and was promoted as Deputy Manager in 2025. I have a passion for operations and working with people to improve their skills, adhere to excellent ways of working and over all improving the lives and experiences of the residents and their loved ones.

I have worked within the care setting since 2003 where I started caring for individuals in the community, moving into care of individuals with learning disabilities and mental health issues. During this time, I progressed from carer to senior carer.
In 2014 I qualified as a Registered Mental Health Nurse and for several years worked in secure services. However, elderly care has always been where my passion lies, and I returned to care of the elderly in 2020.
In my role as Clinical Lead at Foxburrow Grange my focus is to support the nursing and care staff to provide high-quality, person-centred care to our residents. I am particularly passionate about Dementia care and providing a high standard of end-of-life care.

Ruta has worked within the catering department for many years in various settings, she has a reputation for making the best cakes in the industry.
There is nothing more than seeing the enjoyment on the faces of the residents when they eat their meals, they love the birthday cakes all of which are personalised to the person.
Ruta has worked at Foxburrow Grange for 7 years, she has now become the head chef and is loving her new role.

With over 10 years of experience in administration, I have a strong background in organisational management and team support. My career has been driven by a passion for helping teams thrive and providing exceptional service that makes a difference. I recently made the exciting transition to the healthcare sector, where I’m excited to bring my skills and experience to a new field. I’m so pleased to be a part of Outlook Care and contribute to its mission of making a positive impact on lives.
As I navigate this new field, I’m committed to streamlining processes and ensuring effective support for my colleagues, all while focusing on excellent patient care.
Outside of work, I enjoy baking and socialising, and I look forward to growing both personally and professionally in this rewarding environment.

With more than 25 years of experience in maintenance, including 11 years at City Point in London, I take pride in creating safer, more comfortable spaces for residents and staff. My passion lies in finding ways to improve the home environment, ensuring that every space feels warm, inviting, and truly homely. Seeing the joy on residents’ faces when enhancements are made to their rooms is what drives me. From everyday upkeep to strategic improvements, my focus is always on maintaining a safe, welcoming atmosphere for everyone.

I made the decision to change careers in November 2024, moving from the Film and TV industry into the care sector to follow my passion for helping others. In July 2025, I joined the team at Foxburrow Grange as an Activities Coordinator.
With a creative background and a strong belief that life doesn’t stop when you enter a care home, I’m committed to bringing energy, empathy, and meaningful engagement to our residents’ daily lives. I work closely with residents, their families, and the wider care team to ensure every individual feels seen, valued, and supported to live life to the fullest.
For me, compassion, connection, and a friendly smile go a long way—and I’m proud to be part of a team that shares those values.
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