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The home offers plenty of activities to take part in, a team of highly-trained and qualified nurses, as well as experienced care assistants to support residents around the clock.
Bedrooms are bright and spacious, with television and telephone connectivity. Cooksons Court has an onsite hairdressing salon, coffee bar, WiFi and IT facilities for residents' use.
Care Provided by Cooksons Court
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
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 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
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Bariatric Care/Obesity
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
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
Cooksons Court fees start from £1,680 per week, adjusted to individual care requirements.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Cooksons Court for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Cooksons Court 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
- Somerset Care
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Kristie Chubb(Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 65+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: Yes
- Last Refurbishment: 2015
Room Information
- Single Rooms (65)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (65)
Cooksons Court Reviews (97)
Cooksons Court has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.856) out of 10, based on 35 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Cooksons Court has 97 reviews.
We cannot thank all the staff enough for taking such excellent care of her.
We took comfort during the current times knowing that she was safe and well looked after.
She even came home with painted finger and toe nails which she loved.
They are all stars!
Everyone is most helpful and kind.
I've been overwhelmed by the care and support I had here.
Everything was strange, but with excellent care and assistance from all staff, I felt comfortable, even when in pain. The physio team did and gave me so much help which gave me confidence. Food not always to my liking as I prefer vegetables not Al Dente.
All the staff have been so caring and kind. Whatever job they were doing, you couldn't have asked for better service. They always helped you and nothing was too much trouble for them, with happy smiling faces.
When my Mum entered Cooksons Court earlier this year she was frail after hospital stays and depressed. I was very concerned for her safety as she is completely immobile and was living alone. Within a couple of days, she was a different person, rosy-cheeked and had her sense of humour back. She has settled in really well and thoroughly enjoys the activities, especially the visiting singers and church services. Thank you!
My mum and I were able to spend the last few weeks of her life in a bright, quiet, private and safe environment in a comfortable room with loving, gentle but diligent care from all staff at the home.
When I went home at night I could completely trust my mum to their care, knowing I would be called immediately if needed.
The manager of Cooksons Court is totally committed to ensuring all aspects of residents' care are the best they can be and inspires confidence.
I will never be able to express what Cooksons Court has given me and my mum.
I am so grateful.
I stayed on the rehab unit for a week, the whole experience was amazing. I cannot thank the physio team enough for their commitment and kindness they showed me at this difficult time. Without this fantastic place and the care and kindness of the team that worked there, I would not have been as well as I am now.
A lovely facility well presented with nice furnishings and fittings. Most relevant are the staff. All of whom, from the cleaner to the nursing staff and throughout all members, nothing seems to be too much trouble. They are all happy, smiling and friendly. This has been a tonic to my mum and without doubt has aided her recovery. Cookson Court is more akin to a well managed hotel and is a credit to all who work there.
I was resident at Cooksons Court, first in the Re-enablement unit and then for some weeks in the nursing home for respite care. In both sections, I found the accommodation comfortable and attractive and the food generally well cooked and attractive. The staff, in general, were cheerful, friendly, polite and helpful. But I feel that lack of funding and consequent understaffing hampered their willingness to assist on several occasions. (As if you needed telling).
I believe this to be the finest care home in the area and probably one of the best anywhere. Modern, friendly, comfortable, reassuring with very caring and approachable staff at all levels.
Gripes? Cable for call button too short didn't reach to the chair. Pendant would be better. Air mattress not suitable for rehab believe they will be replaced on that floor.
My stay has been fantastic could bot have been in a better place, all due to the carers and surroundings. The staff are very friendly and polite even at times when they were short staffed they always found the time for a quick chat.
This nursing home is modern, extremely well equipped and displays a culture of high standards in every aspect of it's organisation. The staff appeared to know nothing but courtesy and professionalism towards both visitors and residents, equipped with plenty of laughter and humour. I was particularly impressed with the level of care and attention given to my aunt (90 years), albeit for only a few weeks before her death.
Excellent in every way. My stay was a rewarding one, helped me get stronger for going home. Thanks.
My mother was placed in Cooksons Court whilst awaiting an assessment following hospital discharge. She had dementia but settled in well. The staff were caring and encouraged her to talk about her life. The food was excellent and mum could choose what she wanted to eat. The facilities are amazing and activities for residents are varied and encouraged participation. I felt happy when mum became permanent and they made me feel comfortable with her being there. Mum sadly passed away on 1st March 2016.
Preston Park House has moved to Cooksons Court last September. It is fabulous! The staff could not be more helpful. My sister died there yesterday and they were so attentive. They could not have done more. You should have a fabulous box to tick.
Everything I found was first class and I had a very happy stay during my short time here.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 28 November 2025Outstanding
- CaringOutstanding
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledOutstanding
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.
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- 30 Jan 2026Recipient: Somerset Care
- 31 Jan 2024Recipient: Somerset Care
- 15 Feb 2016Recipient: Somerset Care
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

My name is Kristie Chubb and I am the Manager at Cooksons Court. I have worked in care for over 22 years and started as a Community Support Worker providing care in the community.
I’ve gained invaluable skills, knowledge and qualifications over the years and learnt from some great Managers. These experiences have made me the Manager I am today, providing quality care to our residents and welcoming families in to our home.
Teamwork is very important to me as everyone that works at Cooksons Court has an important role to play to ensure that our residents live the life they choose. I am very passionate and proud of what we all do, and it is important to me that we continue to be the best we possibly can.
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