The Berrys Carehome

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The Berrys Carehome provides residential care in Basildon for older people and younger adults, including adults with learning disabilities and autism. We also take planned respite stays.

Day to day our work is practical. Helping people wash and dress, seeing that medicines are taken properly, cooking meals people actually want to eat, and making sure nobody spends the day waiting for somebody to speak to them. Residents decide how their own days run, and where somebody communicates differently or needs the day to be predictable, we work to that rather than to a general routine.

We would rather be straightforward about our inspection position than have families discover it elsewhere. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission was requires improvement. We are not going to argue with the findings. They described real gaps, and our manager and staff team have been working through them, with tighter medicines practice, clearer records, more training and supervision, and regular internal checks so that problems surface quickly.

We know improvement has to be demonstrated rather than asserted, and we are not there yet. If you are considering us for somebody, come and look round properly, ask exactly what has changed since the inspection, and speak to residents and relatives while you are in the building rather than relying on our own account of ourselves.

Common questions about The Berrys Carehome

Where is The Berrys Carehome located?

The Berrys Carehome is a residential care home in Basildon, Essex, SS15 5PG. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does The Berrys Carehome provide?

The Berrys Carehome is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is The Berrys Carehome's CQC rating?

The Berrys Carehome is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 9 September 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does The Berrys Carehome offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. The Berrys Carehome offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact The Berrys Carehome

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Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
  • Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
  • Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
  • Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.

Questions families ask about The Berrys Carehome

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

No. The Berrys Carehome is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. The Berrys Carehome is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. The Berrys Carehome offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

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. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. The Berrys Carehome supports younger adults as well as older people. Source: CQC register

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.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

  • Latest inspection: 9 September 2026
  • Report published: 9 September 2026

Overall: Good

  • Safe: Good
  • Effective: Good
  • Caring: Good
  • Responsive: Good
  • Well-led: Good

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Typical weekly fees in the East

The Berrys Carehome has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from The Berrys Carehome. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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