Frank Foster House
Residential care home · Theydon Bois
Loughton Lane, Theydon Bois, CM16 7LD
Run by Runwood Homes Limited
- Requires improvementCQC · Apr 2023
- 6.2Our score
- Beds80
- Type of careResidential
- Phone01992 812525
Inspectors asked it to improve: Safe, Caring and Well-led
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 19 April 2023
What the inspectors rate
- SafeRequires improvement
- EffectiveGood
- CaringRequires improvement
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledRequires improvement
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Frank Foster House
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Requires improvement
- Register number
- 1-131472098
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Frank Foster House
Frank Foster House supports older people with residential and dementia care, while nursing and respite care are also available. Care plans are created with residents and, where wanted, their relatives or friends, so routines and preferences can guide daily support.
Residents can personalise their rooms with familiar belongings and join varied activities, hobbies and minibus trips. The home encourages independence and social interaction, with a person-led approach to settling in. Its lifestyle programme has included multicultural food, including Filipino and Asian dishes.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Theydon Bois
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wensley House Residential HomeEpping | 1.4 miles | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Loughton HallLoughton | 1.7 miles | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Woodland GroveLoughton | 1.7 miles | Good | 8.4 | |
| BeechlandsLoughton | 2.2 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| The MellowsLoughton | 2.5 miles | Good | 7.4 |
Also run by Runwood Homes Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tallis HouseWaltham Abbey | Requires improvement | 6.2 | |
| Alexandra House - HarlowHarlow | Good | 8.0 | |
| Ashwood - WareWare | Good | 8.0 | |
| Heron CourtBrentwood | Good | 8.0 | |
| Leatherland LodgeSouth Ockenden | Good | 8.0 | |
| Woodbury CourtLaindon | Good | 8.0 | |
| Evelyn May HouseBasildon | Requires improvement | 6.8 | |
| Madelayne CourtChelmsford | Good | 8.0 | |
| Bennett LodgeChadwell St Mary | Good | 8.0 | |
| Carolyne HouseChadwell St Mary | Good | 8.0 | |
| Redbond LodgeDunmow | Good | 8.0 | |
| Silvanna CourtWickford | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Person-led settling-in approach
- Minibus trips and activities
- Multicultural food programme
Suits: Older people needing residential or dementia care
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
Loughton Lane, Theydon Bois, CM16 7LD
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Questions families ask
Is an assessment needed before moving into the care home?
Yes. A team member visits before moving in to understand the person's needs, preferences and routines, and to ensure the right care and support are ready.
How are belongings handled after a resident dies?
The team agrees a suitable collection time with the family and usually clears the room sensitively within 48 hours, while offering support throughout.
Are valuable belongings covered by the care home?
No. Valuable or irreplaceable items are not recommended because the home is not insured for the loss or replacement of high-value belongings.
Can visitors come at any time?
Yes. Visitors are welcome, although the home asks families to discuss visiting times in advance where possible.
How much does Frank Foster House cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Frank Foster House for its weekly fee. As a guide, Essex council paid on average £1,085 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.