Care homes in Essex
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- Best ratedCall Admiral Court01702 967130Find out more
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Residencies from £1,790 weekly
- Best ratedCall Mountfitchet House01279 598518Find out more
- Residential
- Dementia
- Nursing
- Respite
Residencies from £1,534 weekly
- Best ratedCall Anisha Grange01277 674195Find out more
- Residential
- Dementia
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Residencies from £1,790 weekly
- Best ratedCall Baycroft Great Baddow0204 538 8602Find out more
- Residential
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Residencies from £1,390 weekly
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- Best ratedCall Elmcroft01621 731462Find out more
- Residential
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Residencies from £1,200 weekly
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- Residential
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Residencies from £1,489 weekly
England / East of England / Essex
Care homes in with bed availability
The list below includes care homes with confirmed bed availability and are accepting new residents.
Please note, all new residencies are subject to a health assessment and being able to meet the care needs of the prospective resident.
The Lawns
Chelmsford, CM1 7JBBupa
Nestled in a quiet residential area, not too far from the centre of Chelmsford, The Lawns care home welcomes anyone in need of nursing or residential care. This friendly Bupa Group home boasts a wide variety of facilities, including beautifully decorated bedrooms with patio access, a stylish communal lounge, inviting dining areas, a big terrace and loggia and idyllic gardens where residents can enjoy in the warmer months. The jam-packed activity programme here at The Lawns ensures no two days are the same and there is something for everyone to enjoy, whether that is enjoying movie matinées, pub visits, singalongs, or reminiscence sessions.
Care available
- Residential
- Nursing
- Respite
- GoodCQC Rating
Care residencies from £1,150 weekly
Baycroft Great Baddow
Chelmsford, CM2 7TLBaycroft
Located in Chelmsford, Essex, Baycroft Great Baddow is an elegant 64-bed care home, providing residential, nursing and dementia care. The luxury facilities at the home include several lounges, restaurants and terraces, as well as a café, hair salon, spa treatment room, activity room, library and gym. There’s even a children’s activity room, perfect for visits from the grandkids. The friendly care team, led by manager Paul Buckle, strive to ensure that residents are happy and relaxed at all times; whether that’s taking a gentle stroll in the garden or joining in with the home’s activity programme.
Care available
- Residential
- Dementia
- Nursing
- Respite
- GoodCQC Rating
Care residencies from £1,390 weekly
Croft House
Dunmow, CM6 1HRBupa
Located in the historic town Dunmow, Croft House is a friendly care home that provides the elderly with a secure home whilst they receive the care they need. Part of the Bupa group, Croft House is home to a plethora of amenities for residents to enjoy, including beautifully decorated bedrooms , a spacious communal lounge, a stunning dining room and a beautiful landscape rose garden with a pond with koi carp. The dedicated team at Croft House strive to keep residents engaged and stimulated through their tailored activities. There’s no typical day at Croft House whether that is in or out and about.
Care available
- Residential
- Nursing
- Respite
- GoodCQC Rating
Care residencies from £1,000 weekly
Elmcroft
Maldon, CM9 8JXAbbey Healthcare
Located in the small affluent village of Tolleshunt Major, near Maldon, Essex, Elmcroft is a luxurious care home that provides expert levels of residential, dementia, nursing, palliative and respite care to the elderly. This welcoming Abbey Healthcare home boasts a range of modern facilities to help residents feel at home, including beautifully decorated bedrooms equipped with ensuite bathroom facilities, a selection of stylish communal lounges, inviting dining areas, cosy communal lounges, manicured gardens and a hairdressing salon. The jam-packed activity programme ensures there is never a dull moment here at Elmcroft, whether it be an arts and crafts class or a pamper session in the salon.
Care available
- Residential
- Dementia
- Nursing
- Respite
- GoodCQC Rating
Care residencies from £1,200 weekly
Colne View
Halstead, CO9 2FFCare UK
Part of the Care UK group, Colne View care home is situated in Halstead, Essex, offering residential care, dementia care, nursing care, respite care and end of life care. The expert care team, led by manager Renata, strive to deliver the highest quality of compassionate care possible, tailored to each resident and their individual care profile. Facilities at Colne View include en-suite bedrooms, on-site coffee shop, cinema and hair salon, as well as secure landscaped gardens. There’s even a gardening club for green fingered residents! Colne View is conveniently located to nearby shops and amenities and there is on-site parking for visitors.
Care available
- Residential
- Dementia
- Nursing
- Respite
- GoodCQC Rating
Care residencies from £1,489 weekly
Anisha Grange
Billericay, CM11 2LEHallmark Care Homes
Anisha Grange Care Home is a beautiful 72-bedroom care home located in Billericay, Essex, providing expert residential care, nursing care and dementia care. Part of the Hallmark Care Homes group, Anisha Grange offers residents an all-inclusive pricing package and prides itself on its relationship-centred approach to care, helping residents discover new interests whilst keeping up favourite hobbies and the everyday routines they used to enjoy. With a café, hair and nail salon, state-of-the-art cinema, dedicated therapy room and celebrations room, there’s plenty to keep residents busy at Anisha Grange and activities range from race nights and arts and crafts to sewing, baking and gardening clubs.
Care available
- Residential
- Dementia
- Nursing
- Respite
- OutstandingCQC Rating
Care residencies from £1,790 weekly
Leonard Lodge
Brentwood, CM13 1AQBarchester Healthcare
Perfectly located in a peaceful area in Hutton Poplars Estate, Leonard Lodge is a purpose-built care home that provides a range of specialist care to those in need, including residential, respite, nursing and dementia care. This Barchester Healthcare home is intelligently designed with residents in mind and is equipped with a range of facilities, including beautifully decorated bedrooms, comfortable communal lounges, a sensory garden, private dining and a spacious garden where residents can enjoy some fresh air. This welcoming home prioritises the wellbeing of their residents and always encourages them to participate in the range of activities on offer, from animal visits to arts and craft sessions, there is never a dull moment at Leonard Lodge.
Care available
- Residential
- Dementia
- Nursing
- Respite
- GoodCQC Rating
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Hutton Village
Brentwood, CM13 1RXBupa
Located in the rural grounds of Hutton, Brentwood, the welcoming Bupa Care Home, Hutton Village, provides expert residential, respite and nursing care to the elderly. Inside this friendly homes residents can benefit from a wide range of facilities including stylish rooms with ensuites, lively communcal areas and beautiful garden landscapes. The activities coordinators here ensure no two days are the same and that there is something for everyone to enjoy, whether that being , visits from Pet Therapy dogs, art and crafts, gardening, monthly church services, quizz, games or film nights.
Care available
- Residential
- Nursing
- Respite
- GoodCQC Rating
Care residencies from £1,248 weekly
Hutton View
Brentwood, CM13 1ARHallmark Care Homes
Located in Brentwood, Essex, Hutton View care home offers residents an all-inclusive fee package, as well as bespoke personal care and support, including exceptional residential and industry-leading dementia care. All 77 bedrooms have en suites with wet rooms, and eight have a kitchenette for care seekers who love to cook and the ground floor rooms have access to their own private patio. Facilities at the home include farmhouse kitchen, hair salon, cinema, music room and library and staff keep innovations consistent, with plans for log cabins, newly planted trees and sensory walk in the pipeline. With nearby shops and amenities a stone’s throw away, there’s never a dull moment at Hutton View.
Care available
- Residential
- Dementia
- Respite
- GoodCQC Rating
Care residencies from £1,870 weekly
Mountfitchet House
Stansted, CM24 8LHCare UK
Located in Stansted, Essex, Mountfitchet House is an outstanding care home offering 24/7 nursing care and expert dementia care, a well as sensitive end of life care. Part of the Care UK group, Mountfitchet House offers residents beautifully furnished suites and lounges, as well as a bistro-style dining room, spacious café, cosy cinema and hair salon. Residents are free to take life at their own pace; whether that’s relaxing in the gardens or taking part in the group activity programme. Mountfitchet House is easily accessible by road or rail and the home has its own minibus to take residents for day trips and excursions.
Care available
- Residential
- Dementia
- Nursing
- Respite
- OutstandingCQC Rating
Care residencies from £1,534 weekly
Frequently asked questions
Here is some further information about care homes in Essex.
How many care homes are there in Essex?
We have 59 care homes in Essex, including Willowmead and Heron Court. All our homes have been hand-picked by our team of care experts based on a number of factors, including the quality of care and the home's culture.
What is the average cost of care in Essex?
Care home costs vary significantly across the country. If you're looking for a care home in Essex, the average cost of care is £1,146. You may be eligible for care home funding - you can check through a care needs assessment.
How many nursing homes are there in Essex?
We have 25 in Essex that provide specialist, 24/7 support. All of our nursing care homes offer personalised support for anyone who has a medical condition or disability that requires round-the-clock care from registered nurses in a home-from-home environment.
How many Essex care homes offer residential care?
We have 57 care homes in Essex that offer residential care, which provides support and care for those who may find it difficult to live independently. Our residential care homes provide support for everyday tasks, including washing, mobility, and dressing.
What care homes in Essex offer dementia care?
We have 53 Essex care homes that provide round-the-clock dementia care. Those with dementia will need more care as the condition progresses, and specialist dementia care homes can provide the level of support they need.
We've rounded up the best Alzheimer's care homes across the UK - they've been handpicked by our team of care experts for their specialised care, round-the-clock support and comforting environments.
What Essex care homes offer respite care?
If you're looking for temporary respite care, we have 59 care homes in Essex that provide short-term stays.
Respite care homes provide relief for caregivers, offering a few weeks of support in a care home for a loved one while you recuperate. We've rounded up the best respite care homes in the UK to ease your care search.
Are there any care homes in Essex that offer end-of-life or palliative care?
49 Essex care homes provide palliative care for your loved one. A palliative care home aims to provide the highest level of support and comfort to every resident. End-of-life care can be an emotional experience for everyone, so our care experts will support you at every step.
Are you open to other locations nearby?
Explore other nearby locations to help find your dream care home at the right budget. Care homes vary in price enormously between different towns and villages.
Lottie’s guide to Essex
Need more guidance? Lottie’s team of Care Experts have prepared the ultimate guide to care homes in Essex. Here you’ll find an overview of the local area and recommendations for elderly-friendly places to visit.
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Welcome to Essex
Just a stone’s throw from London, Essex county in the East of England has gained a reputation over the years for being the location for a popular reality TV show, but did you know that there are a wealth of different activities to enjoy within Essex for all ages, including the elderly?
Essex boasts award-winning vineyards, stunning coastlines, artisan gardens and stately homes. Numerous talented artists originated in this county, including Depeche Mode and Alison Moyet. Essex is also known for world-famous strawberries, the largest free air show in Europe and even the largest turf maze in the world.
The type of care home you’re looking for you will depend on a few factors, including availability and any specific support requirements. You can filter all care homes in Essex via our finder to see the care facilities available, home size, and the total cost of care. Within Essex, we provide care homes in a number of locations, including Southend on Sea, Basildon, Colchester, Chelmsford, Brentwood, Braintree and Brightlingsea.
Essex is home to some of the best elderly care in the UK. From residential care homes to nursing care homes, you’ll find a range of care options here. Our Essex care homes provide friendly, round-the-clock support for residents, so whether you require a dementia care home, a respite care home or a different form of care, we’ve got you covered.
Popular Locations in Essex
Mersea Island
You’ll want to check the tide times before heading to Mersea Island. At high tide, the only road connecting it to the mainland is completely covered by water. This little Blackwater and Colne estuary island in Essex offers all the pleasures that come with a day by the seaside, complete with colourful beach huts, delicious seafood and a charming small-town feel.
Dedham Vale
North of Colchester in Essex, you can see why Dedham Vale is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. From the picturesque Stour Valley to ancient woodlands, lush meadows and plenty of gentle walks, this is the perfect countryside escape. Dedham village itself is filled with quaint cottages, tearooms and churches.
Southend Pier
Extending out to sea for more than a mile, did you know that Southend Pier in Essex is the longest pleasure beach in the world? A British seaside icon, Southend-on-Sea’s pier is quite a walk from one end to the other, so it’s a good job there’s an electric train that runs the entire length of the pier!
Have you considered retirement living?
Not ready for a care home yet? Retirement living offers retirees an alternative housing option, where individuals can continue to live independently, but in a convenient and low-maintenance home-from-home environment. Explore these different retirement housing options, which offer varying levels of facilities, domestic support, and on-demand care services.
