
St Mary's Court
Nursing Care
8 November 2018
GCH (New OPCO) Limited
90 beds
About St Mary's Court
St Mary's Court is a 90-bed nursing home located on Deanery Hill in Bocking, near Braintree in Essex. The home is operated by GCH (New OPCO) Limited and holds a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission, based on an inspection conducted in November 2018.
The home provides nursing care for older people, younger adults, and those with dementia. Its size allows for a range of facilities and services while serving a diverse resident population across these care needs. Being situated in Bocking places it within the wider Braintree area, offering access to local amenities and services typical of this Essex location.
As a nursing home, St Mary's Court provides on-site medical support alongside personal care services. Families considering this home should note the CQC rating and inspection date when evaluating current standards and practices.
Specialist Care
5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit
When visiting St Mary's Court, consider asking...
- 1.What specific dementia training do staff receive and how recently?
- 2.How do you support a resident who becomes distressed or confused?
- 3.How does the home keep a record of a resident's life history and personal preferences?
- 4.How do you involve families as dementia progresses and communication becomes harder?
- 5.What happens when a resident's dementia reaches an advanced stage?
5 Things to Look For on Your Visit
When you visit St Mary's Court, look out for...
- 1.Is the environment calm, uncluttered and easy to navigate?
- 2.Do staff speak to residents with patience and dignity, even if they repeat themselves?
- 3.Are there memory cues around the home -- photos, familiar objects, clear signage?
- 4.Do residents seem settled and safe, or agitated and unsupervised?
- 5.Is there meaningful activity happening, or are residents just sitting quietly with nothing to do?
Could the NHS fund St Mary's Court's fees?
The average nursing home costs £1,535 per week. That's £79,820 a year. NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover all of it. No means test, no contribution from you.
Location
Deanery Hill, Bocking, Braintree, Essex, CM7 5SR

St Mary's Court
CQC overall rating
CQC rating published: 8 November 2018
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