Care Home in Waltham Abbey
Situated in Waltham Abbey, Essex, Tallis House is a 101-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.
Facilities
- Dining Area
- Minibus
- Café or Restaurant
- Daily Activities
- TV in each room
- Gardens
- Lift
- Hair & Beauty Salon
- WiFi
- 24/7 Care Staff
Reviews
Excellent care of my Mum both medically and hygienically, the staff are friendly and really do care about the residents, their wellbeing is put first, good communication with relatives. They organise a very good selection of activities and events for the residents to enjoy
S R(Daughter of Resident) 
We find the quality of care empathy and compassion second to none in other words excellent. We cannot Thankyou enough for looking after Mummy with dignity and respect and kindness
Ulla M(Daughter of Resident)
My Mum is very happy at Tallis House. The staff go above and beyond to make sure that residents get the best care every day. There are so many activities organised and special parties and events arranged so that all the family can join in.
Karen H (Daughter of Resident)
I can't praise this care home highly enough. From the very beginning, the communication has been excellent. The staff are so friendly, welcoming, and genuinely caring, which makes it such a lovely place to be
Francesca C(Daughter of Resident)
Tallis House is an amazing place and my Nan is very happy at Tallis House. All the staff are amazing and very attentive towards my Nan and from what I see other residents. Thank you for what all the staff do.
C L(Grandson of Resident)
Reviews
Excellent care of my Mum both medically and hygienically, the staff are friendly and really do care about the residents, their wellbeing is put first, good communication with relatives. They organise a very good selection of activities and events for the residents to enjoy
S R(Daughter of Resident)
We find the quality of care empathy and compassion second to none in other words excellent. We cannot Thankyou enough for looking after Mummy with dignity and respect and kindness
Ulla M(Daughter of Resident)
My Mum is very happy at Tallis House. The staff go above and beyond to make sure that residents get the best care every day. There are so many activities organised and special parties and events arranged so that all the family can join in.
Karen H (Daughter of Resident)
I can't praise this care home highly enough. From the very beginning, the communication has been excellent. The staff are so friendly, welcoming, and genuinely caring, which makes it such a lovely place to be
Francesca C(Daughter of Resident)
Tallis House is an amazing place and my Nan is very happy at Tallis House. All the staff are amazing and very attentive towards my Nan and from what I see other residents. Thank you for what all the staff do.
C L(Grandson of Resident)
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Activities & Events
At Tallis House, 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.
Activities & Events
At Tallis House, 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.
Food & Nutrition
At Tallis House, 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.
Meet Our Home Manager
Georgina Braithewaite
I began my career with Runwood homes in 2009. I started as a carer in Tallis House, care team leader, deputy manager and now I’m a home manager. My ethos in my role is that with great teamwork, we can achieve anything for our residents and their families, and all our staff members contributes to the success of our home. Our residents are at the centre of everything we do at Tallis House.
Home Manager
Georgina Braithewaite
I began my career with Runwood homes in 2009. I started as a carer in Tallis House, care team leader, deputy manager and now I’m a home manager. My ethos in my role is that with great teamwork, we can achieve anything for our residents and their families, and all our staff members contributes to the success of our home. Our residents are at the centre of everything we do at Tallis House.
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 Tallis House 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)
