Dementia care homes in Chelmsford

Updated

Chelmsford has 16 dementia care homes registered with the Care Quality Commission, 7 of them with nursing. Of the homes on this page, the CQC rates 1 Outstanding, 10 Good and 3 Requires improvement. 2 homes are not rated yet. Essex council paid on average £1,085 a week for a residential care place and £1,134 for a nursing place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025 (GOV.UK adult social care finance report).

All care homes in Chelmsford (24)

Chelmsford at a glance

16on this list

Official rating
  • Outstanding1
  • Good10
  • Requires improvement3
  • Not yet rated2
  • 79% rated Good or Outstanding
  • Average score7.7 / 10
  • Types of care94% offer elderly care
How this list is ordered

Homes in Chelmsford are ordered by the MyCareCheck score, the average of the CQC's ratings for the five questions it asks at every inspection. Where two homes score the same, the better overall rating goes first.

Paying never changes a home's rating, score or place. Top places are only offered to homes rated Good or Outstanding and are always labelled.

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16 dementia care homes in Chelmsford

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Manor Lodge

Run by Care UK Community Partnerships Ltd

Manor Road, Chelmsford, CM2 0EP
OutstandingCQC · Jan 2025
  • Nursing
  • 120 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Manor Lodge offers residential, nursing, dementia, respite and end-of-life care for older people in Chelmsford. Before support is agreed, its care assessment considers mobility, personal care, dietary requirements and religious or cultural needs.

The home includes a café, garden and cinema room, alongside a library, shop, minibus, gym and hair and beauty salon. Fees include care, meals, housekeeping, accommodation and on-site facilities.

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Bridgemarsh Residential Home

Run by Essex County Council

184 Main Road, Broomfield, Chelmsford, CM1 7AJ
GoodCQC · Apr 2020

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 24 beds
  • Dementia
  • Learning disabilities
  • Physical disabilities

Bridgemarsh Residential Home provides assisted living and residential care for people with dementia, learning disabilities, physical disabilities and sensory impairment. Its registration also covers the wider category of residential care, giving families a clear starting point when considering support.

The home’s core role is accommodation and care for people whose needs fit those registered categories.

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Chelmsford Care Centre Ltd

Run by Chelmsford Care Centre Ltd

East Hanningfield Road, Sandon, Chelmsford, CM2 7TP
GoodCQC · Aug 2025
  • Nursing
  • 70 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Nursing care for adults living with dementia and complex health needs is available at Chelmsford Care Centre Ltd. Its registered scope includes older people, younger adults, mental health needs, physical disabilities and sensory impairment, within Trust Care Management’s wider residential and nursing provision.

Care planning starts with each person’s history, preferences, routines, relationships and goals rather than the condition alone.

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Eastham

Run by Runwood Homes Limited

Main Road, Woodham Ferrers, CM3 8RF
GoodCQC · May 2024
  • Residential
  • 25 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Residential care at Eastham supports older people and adults with dementia, physical disabilities or sensory impairment. The home also cares for younger adults and creates individual care plans with residents, relatives or friends involved where desired.

Daily life includes activities, minibus trips and opportunities to maintain independence. Residents can personalise their rooms with familiar belongings, while moving in begins with an assessment…

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Madelayne Court

Run by Runwood Homes Limited

School Lane, Chelmsford, CM1 7DR
GoodCQC · Oct 2026
  • Residential
  • 112 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Madelayne Court supports older people with residential care and documented provision for dementia, nursing and respite stays. Care is organised around each resident’s needs, preferences and life story, with independence, social interaction and wellbeing built into daily support.

The home is part of Runwood Homes, whose wider services include residential, dementia, nursing and respite care.

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Okeley Care Home

Run by Okeley Healthcare Limited

Corporation Road, Chelmsford, CM1 2AR
GoodCQC · Sept 2023
  • Nursing
  • 84 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Residential, nursing, dementia and respite care are available at Okeley Care Home for older people in Chelmsford. The home supports both short-term stays and longer-term living, with daily activities, entertainment and outings forming part of life there.

Residents can use the activities room, garden and lounges, alongside a hair and beauty salon, minibus outings and access to nearby local shops.

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St Joseph's Nursing Home

Run by Forest Pines Care Limited

Manor House, Gay Bowers Rd, Danbury, CM3 4JQ
GoodCQC · Aug 2026
  • Nursing
  • 41 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

St Joseph's Nursing Home provides nursing and residential care for older people, including residents living with dementia or physical disabilities. The Danbury home also offers a regular activity programme, respite support and end of life care in a peaceful setting.

Families are encouraged to take an active role in care planning and shared decision-making.

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Windle Court

Run by Runwood Homes Limited

The Withywindle, Celeborn Street, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 7BR
GoodCQC · Jan 2026
  • Residential
  • 76 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Windle Court combines residential care with dementia and physical disability support, alongside activities, community events and trips out. Its dedicated minibus service helps residents reach local attractions and appointments while remaining active and connected.

Before moving in, the team completes an assessment covering needs, preferences and routines.

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CC The Laurels Ltd

Run by CC The Laurels Ltd

130 - 134 Church End Lane, Runwell, Wickford, SS11 7DP
GoodCQC · Mar 2020
  • Well-led Requires improvement

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 32 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Younger adults

CC The Laurels Ltd provides private residential and respite care for older people and people living with dementia. The home offers single bedrooms across two floors, reached by passenger lift, with level access throughout and wheelchair-friendly spaces. Residents have access to lounges, a dining room, gardens, a private courtyard and regular organised entertainment.

Care is intended to support dignity, independence and family interaction, with…

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Cherry Wood Grange Care Home

Run by Cherry Wood Grange Chelmsford Limited

196 New London Road, Chelmsford, CM2 0AR
GoodCQC · Nov 2020
  • Responsive Requires improvement

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Nursing
  • 66 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Cherry Wood Grange Care Home supports residents with residential, nursing and dementia care, including people who may also need respite or end-of-life care. Its nursing team works around the clock, while personal care plans are developed with residents and their families.

The home combines clinical support with a homely, vibrant setting. Residents can continue hobbies, join meaningful activities and take part in outings, with a key worker helping…

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Hollymede Cottage

Run by Hollymede Cottage Limited

61-63 Church End Lane, Runwell, Wickford, SS11 7DP
GoodCQC · Apr 2018
  • Well-led Requires improvement

Inspected more than 4 years ago

  • Residential
  • 14 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care

Residential care home for 14 residents in Wickford, run by Hollymede Cottage Limited. Supports dementia and older people.

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Greenwood Court Care Home

Run by Country Court Care Homes 6 Limited

Molrams Lane, Great Baddow, Chelmsford, CM2 7TL
Requires improvementCQC · Nov 2024
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Residential
  • 64 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Greenwood Court Care and Nursing Home provides residential, nursing, dementia and respite care near Chelmsford. The home is designed for older people and adults with a range of care needs, with nursing provision available within the setting.

Residents can use a cinema, spa and gym, while dementia care includes person-centred care plans, familiar activities and dementia-friendly design.

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Moulsham Home

Run by Moulsham Residential Home (Chelmsford) Limited

116-117 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, CM2 0JN
Requires improvementCQC · Jul 2024
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Residential
  • 37 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Residential care home for 37 residents in Chelmsford, run by Moulsham Residential Home (Chelmsford) Limited. Supports dementia, older people, learning disabilities, physical disabilities and younger adults.

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Southborough Care Home

Run by Southborough Care Home Limited

9-11 Southborough Road, Chelmsford, CM2 0AG
Requires improvementCQC · Mar 2025
  • Safe Requires improvement
  • Well-led Requires improvement
  • Residential
  • 12 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Learning disabilities

Southborough Care Home provides residential, respite, palliative and end-of-life care in a small Chelmsford home with 12 en-suite rooms. Individual care plans, daily activities and a varied routine support residents whose needs range from ongoing care to shorter stays.

Facilities include a dining room, assisted bathrooms, an assisted shower room, a garden and a rear car park.

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Broomfield Village Care Home

Run by Principle Care Homes Chelmsford Limited

Puddings Wood Drive, Chelmsford, CM1 7AL
Not yet ratedCQC
  • Nursing
  • 137 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Physical disabilities

Broomfield Village Care Home supports residents with residential, nursing and dementia needs in a purpose-designed home neighbouring Broomfield Hospital. The setting is intended for older adults requiring ongoing care, with the wider provider also describing respite care across its services.

The home’s stated purpose is to help residents remain active and imaginative while offering families reassurance and support.

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Manor Lodge

Run by Care UK Care Services Limited

Manor Road, Chelmsford, CM2 0EP
Not yet ratedCQC
  • Nursing
  • 120 beds
  • Dementia
  • Elderly care
  • Mental health

Manor Lodge delivers nursing, residential, dementia, respite and end-of-life care for older people in Chelmsford. Before moving in, care planning considers mobility, personal care and dietary needs, with support arranged around each resident’s assessed requirements.

The home offers bright communal areas, a café and garden, alongside activities and outings.

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What to look for in dementia care homes

  1. Staff training

    Staff training and experience with the person’s type and stage of dementia.

  2. A calm

    A calm, understandable and secure environment that supports independence.

  3. Personalised care planning

    Personalised care planning, meaningful activity and communication with families.

Questions families ask

What should dementia care homes offer?

Dementia care should adapt to the person’s history, routines, communication and changing needs. A CQC rating is useful evidence, but it does not by itself show whether a home is the right environment for a particular person. Some dementia care homes are residential homes, others also provide 24-hour nursing care for people with clinical needs, so confirm that the home can support the person’s diagnosis, communication, mobility, medicines and likely future needs.

How many dementia care homes are there in Chelmsford?

16 dementia care homes in Chelmsford are on the CQC register (data of 2 November 2026).

Which dementia care homes in Chelmsford are rated Outstanding?

Manor Lodge.

How much does a care home cost in Chelmsford?

Essex council paid on average £1,085 a week for residential care and £1,134 for nursing care for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025. For adults aged 18 to 64 it paid £2,407 and £1,524. Across England the averages were £982 and £1,102 for people aged 65 and over. People who pay for their own care are often charged more, so ask each home for its weekly fee.

How are these care homes ordered?

Ordered by the MyCareCheck score: the average of the five CQC key-question ratings (safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led) on a 0 to 10 scale, where Outstanding is 10, Good 8, Requires improvement 5 and Inadequate 2. Homes the CQC has not rated yet come last. No home is left out because of its rating.

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