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Runwood Homes

Blackthorns

21/29 Dooley Road, Halstead, Essex, CO9 1JW

Care Home in Halstead

Situated in Halstead, Essex, Blackthorns is a 62-bed care home offering residential, dementia, and respite care, with a strong focus on person-centred care. Our home provides a welcoming and vibrant community where residents can thrive, featuring comfortable bedrooms, spacious living areas, and dedicated facilities. Residents enjoy a safe and engaging environment, with activities that promote wellbeing and connection to the local community.

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Activities & Events

At Blackthorns, we understand that every resident is unique. Our wellbeing and enrichment programme is tailored to individual interests, helping residents stay active, build confidence, and enjoy social interaction each day. Activities range from visits to local attractions using our minibus service and hosting monthly community events to joining the Runwood Ramblers walking group, alongside a wide variety of activities within the home.
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Activities & Events

At Blackthorns, we understand that every resident is unique. Our wellbeing and enrichment programme is tailored to individual interests, helping residents stay active, build confidence, and enjoy social interaction each day. Activities range from visits to local attractions using our minibus service and hosting monthly community events to joining the Runwood Ramblers walking group, alongside a wide variety of activities within the home.
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Food & Nutrition

At Blackthorns, we follow the guidelines of the British Dietetic Association and the Care Home Digest to ensure residents’ nutritional needs are consistently met. Our freshly prepared meals cater to a wide range of dietary requirements and preferences, bringing residents together in a welcoming, social, and dignified atmosphere where every mealtime is both enjoyable and nourishing.
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Meet Our Home Manager

Hazel Dockrell

With 34 years of experience, I bring extensive knowledge, resilience, and a deep commitment to high quality care. I hold a Level 5 in Management and Leadership and am nearing completion of my Level 7. I believe in creating warm, lively, and inclusive environments where residents feel valued, families feel welcome, and staff feel supported to deliver their best.

Hazel

Meet Our Home Manager

Hazel Dockrell

With 34 years of experience, I bring extensive knowledge, resilience, and a deep commitment to high quality care. I hold a Level 5 in Management and Leadership and am nearing completion of my Level 7. I believe in creating warm, lively, and inclusive environments where residents feel valued, families feel welcome, and staff feel supported to deliver their best.

Funding & Fees
 

Weekly Charges per Person:

Self-Funded Residential Care: From £1,350
Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: From £1,350
Respite Self-Funded Residential Care: From £1,450
Respite Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care: From £1,450

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Blackthorns to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted:

Self Funding (Private)
Local Authority with Top Up
Local Authority
NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

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