Blackthorns

Overview

Nestled within the rural North Essex village of Halstead, Blackthorns is a welcoming care home that provides expert residential, respite and dementia care to the elderly. Part of the Runwood Homes group, Blackthorns is home to a plethora of modern amenities, including beautifully decorated bedrooms, some equipped with ensuite bathrooms, an on-site cafè, a charming dining area, a selection of communal lounges, a salon, manicured gardens and even a dedicated area for those living with dementia, allowing independence in a safe environment. The dedicated team at Blackthorns take pride in their activity programme, from gardening to arts and crafts, there’s something for everyone here.

BrandRunwood Homes

Purpose BuildYes

Beds62

Ensuite Facilities35%

All InclusiveNo

Types of Elderly Care*

Residential Care

Individuals with low care needs but may need assistance with personal care and day-to-day tasks including dressing, food preparation and washing.

Dementia Care

Individuals that have been diagnosed with dementia and are no longer able to live independently at home due to requiring specialist 24-hour care services.

Respite Care

Individuals that require a temporary living arrangement at a care home. Respite is also referred to as a short care home stay and may range from a few days to a couple weeks.

Care Home Facilities

Wi-Fi

Recent years has seen the rise of the silver surfer! 65% of care seekers want high-speed Wi Fi in their care home.

Garden Area

A care home’s garden is considered to the most important facility with over 84% of care seekers voting it as a must have!

Hair & Beauty Salon

38% of care seekers told us that having a hair & beauty salon was a key consideration to their selection process.

Wi-Fi

Recent years has seen the rise of the silver surfer! 65% of care seekers want high-speed Wi Fi in their care home.

Garden Area

A care home’s garden is considered to the most important facility with over 84% of care seekers voting it as a must have!

Care Home Activities