The Care Home
The Care Home is a nursing home in Hornchurch, Havering (RM12 6RJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About The Care Home
We at The Hornchurch Care Home are proud to offer specialist nursing care in the heart of Hornchurch, providing a welcoming home for older people who require dedicated nursing and dementia support. Set within the London Borough of Havering, our home combines the comforts of a residential community with the reassurance of round the clock professional care. Our setting in Hornchurch places us within easy reach of local amenities, green spaces and transport links, making visits from loved ones simple and stress free. The surrounding area offers a familiar suburban character that many of our residents have known throughout their lives, helping new arrivals feel settled and at ease. Inside, we have created an environment designed to feel like home, with comfortable communal spaces where residents can socialise, relax or enjoy quieter moments of reflection. As a nursing home, we specialise in three closely connected areas of care: older person care, nursing care and dementia care. For residents and their families, this means access to qualified nursing staff who can support complex health needs, manage long term conditions and provide the kind of clinical attention that goes beyond what residential care alone can offer. Our dementia care is delivered with patience, understanding and genuine compassion, recognising that every person living with dementia has their own story, preferences and needs. We focus on preserving dignity, encouraging meaningful daily routines and supporting families through what can be a challenging journey. For older residents who simply need a little more help with everyday life, our team is here to provide gentle, respectful support whilst encouraging as much independence as each person wishes to maintain. We believe that growing older should never mean losing your sense of self, and we work hard to ensure that personal interests, friendships and small daily pleasures remain at the centre of life with us. Our most recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission, carried out in January 2023, awarded us an overall rating of Good. The CQC found us to be Good across the Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led domains, recognising the quality of care our team delivers and the leadership that underpins it. The Safe domain was rated as Requires Improvement, and we have taken this feedback seriously, using it as a constructive opportunity to strengthen our practices and continue raising standards across every aspect of life at the home. Transparency matters to us, and we are always happy to discuss our inspection findings openly with prospective families. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the emotions that come with it. If you are considering nursing or dementia care for a loved one in Hornchurch or the wider Havering area, we warmly invite you to get in touch, arrange a visit and see for yourself the warmth, professionalism and genuine kindness that define our home. We would be honoured to welcome you and your family.
Care provided at The Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 17 January 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about The Care Home
Where is The Care Home located?
The Care Home is a nursing home in Hornchurch, Havering, RM12 6RJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Care Home provide?
The Care Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Care Home's CQC rating?
The Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 17 January 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. The Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does The Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. The Hornchurch Care Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
Yes. Yes. The Hornchurch Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. The Hornchurch Care Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
No. The Hornchurch Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the London
The Hornchurch Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the London, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,150 to £1,500 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,250 to £1,650 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,400 to £1,850 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the London, not a quote from The Hornchurch Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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