The Cambridgeshire Care Home

176-178 Cambridge Road, Great Shelford, Cambridge CB22 5JU
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9.8 103 Reviews
  • The Cambridgeshire Care Home, Cambridge
Purpose built & delivering the highest possible standards.

Situated on the outskirts of historic Cambridge, The Cambridgeshire Care Home is an attractive modern, purpose-built care home, providing residential, nursing, dementia and respite care for up to 72 elderly people. Close to local transport and amenities, they are just four miles away from Cambridge.

The Cambridgeshire Care Home is situated within attractive landscaped gardens, built with a large glass frontage which provides fantastic views of the gardens. As well as a comprehensive activities programme, offering a variety of meaningful activities, residents at The Cambridgeshire Care Home have a cinema which shows Residents favourite films, a nail salon, hairdressing salon, visiting Chiropody service, an Exercise Therapist and private dining facilities along with a bistro near the reception area offering coffees, teas, pastries and fresh fruit, lunch and afternoon tea (must be booked in advance).

The Cambridgeshire Care Home also offers residents a choice of lounges where they can chat, relax and take in the beautiful landscaped gardens, as well as enjoy an aperitif before dining whilst choosing from the fine dining menus.

First Care Homes are passionate about ensuring residents continue to lead active lives and play a fulfilling role in the local community, to whatever extent they wish.

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Care Provided by The Cambridgeshire Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Sensory Impairment
  • Younger Adults
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 72 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Cancer Care
  • Colitis & Crohn's Disease
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Head/Brain Injury
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Motor Neurone Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Neuropathic
  • Orthopaedic
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus
  • Stroke
  • Visual Impairment
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Physiotherapy
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Angie Ryan (Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Private Self Funding
    • Ages from 18 to 105
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (72)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (72)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes
    • Year Purpose Built: 2017
    • Last Refurbishment: 2024
    • Number of floors: 2

Funding & Fees Guide for The Cambridgeshire Care Home

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care £1,795 – £2,195
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £1,945 – £2,145
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care £1,845 – £2,195
    • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care £1,995 – £2,195
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care £2,100 – £2,200
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care £2,100 – £2,200
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care £2,100 – £2,200
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care £2,100 – £2,200

  • Please contact us to discuss our range of rooms and weekly fees


    Our fees are weekly, all-inclusive and include: -


    Phone rental plus phone calls (excluding international and mobiles which are charged at the standard rate)
    Fine dining, plus snacks, fresh fruit, and juices
    Wi-Fi in all areas
    Sky+ family package available in communal areas
    Hairdressing (excluding perms and colour)
    Manicure
    Chiropody
    Bistro – includes alcohol and soft drinks
    Attach a Tag for clothing and laundry service
    Communal newspapers (Telegraph, The Times, Daily Mail) and magazines
    Secure landscaped gardens
    Activities and Events
    Exercise Therapist - live exercise classes and one to one session
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact The Cambridgeshire Care Home to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Bar/Café
  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Minibus or other transport
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Smoking not permitted
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Visiting

  • Visiting hours not restricted but they do ask that you avoid early mornings and meal times.


  • Parking

  • Many disabled bays, on site visitor and staff parking in marked bays.


The Cambridgeshire Care Home Reviews (103)

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9.8

The Cambridgeshire Care Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.835) out of 10, based on 38 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time The Cambridgeshire Care Home has 103 reviews.

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Review from S B (Respite Resident) published on 8 November 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I came to The Cambridgeshire Care Home for respite care after an operation to remove my gall bladder. I am 81 years old and live independently. I thought the building, garden and room outstanding. The staff were excellent and professional. The food was really good and well thought out.
However, I
did not get any sleep for the first few nights due to a male resident ranting and raving, shouting and yelling all night. This is not respite care and is unacceptable.
I also observed that some residents were left in an anxious state due to staff not responding to the bell call. Perhaps due to a shortage of staff but this is a basic requirement for all.

Reply from Judith Wroe, Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Thank you for your comments and review. We are sorry you experienced disturbed nights before moving to another room on the Trinity Suite. We do monitor our rotas and call bells, and please be assured that we will continue to do this to ensure response times are kept to a minimum. Once again, thank you for the valuable feedback and I will pass on your positive comments to the Staff Team.


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Review from Ralph K (Son-in-law of Resident) published on 3 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

This recently new built care home was what attracted our family to choose this venue for a two-week respite for our 92 year old mother. But, unfortunately, the overall service and attention to detail did not live up to our expectations, and was poor value for money at £1,750 per week. The contract,
terms and conditions etc arrived for our approval the day prior to admission. We were incorrectly advised regarding laundry tags, resulting in confusion and lost garments. Initially no phone in her room, then we were advised twice the wrong number. On visiting, her room had not been cleaned or towels changed. Television in room was not user-friendly for a person with dementia. The care home charges £250 per day, my mothers stay was from Sunday lunchtime to Saturday week lunchtime, i.e., 13 nights, but was charged 14 days!

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Review from Claire F (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff were kind and caring. The surroundings were pleasant and clean.

Reply from Angie Ryan, Customer Relations Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Many thanks for the review and best wishes.


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Review from Nancy C (Respite Resident) published on 18 February 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From Nurses to Carers, hospitality, cleaners, admin, reception and activity coordinators the staff are very friendly and supportive.


I found only one other home in Cambs that would manage chemical sensitivities. When I asked about their cleaning products Cambridgeshire Care Home told me they had

vulnerable residents so, just as in hospitals, used no strong chemicals. Most care homes spray air fresheners to hide smells with no thought to the effect on those living there but not Cambridgeshire Care Home.


The food was good and the hospitality went out of their way to help the day start well.


My en-suite bathroom and the large electric bath and shower communal bathrooms were luxurious. The premises generally were very clean and beautiful. I would recommend bringing cotton bed linen as those supplied were very uncomfortable.


I had a stunning view of the garden so I was able to enjoy looking at the wildlife, birds and squirrels.


Mine was a temporary visit but this is the one I would choose if I had to.


Reply from Angie Ryan, Customer Relations and Compliance Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Thank you so much for your lovely review - it was a pleasure to meet you and we wish you all the best in the future


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Review from Andrew L (Respite Resident) published on 22 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff in this home are excellent, polite and caring. The food (after hospital!) is good and tasty my appetite recovered rapidly. I am certain my stay there speeded up my recovery. The facilities here are first class as is the accommodation.

Reply from Angie Ryan, Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review Andrew. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and are able to return home. Best wishes from us all.


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Review from Nigel R (Son of Resident) published on 22 January 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother entered The Cambridgeshire Care Home when it opened in 2016 and died there almost exactly two years later.


Mentally alert but frail, she settled happily, thanks to the exceptionally kind staff and strikingly good facilities. She loved walking in the garden and entertaining us in the Bistro.

We used the private dining room for lunch with family or friends several times: very good food for us and a secure setting for her.


Staff were responsive when we had minor concerns, and treated her with just the right mixture of dignity, respect and good humour. They accompanied her to hospital and the dentist when we could not.


For six weeks we knew she had not long to live. Staff gave us frank information compassionately. On the day she died, they arranged for six of us to have a private room and lunch, and we were genuinely moved by the extent of her carers’ own sense of loss.


We feel very pleased that she was in such a good place in her final phase of life – and grateful for all the care she received.


Reply from Angie Ryan, Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Thank you Nigel for your lovely review. We were all very fond of Jean and miss her a lot. You are a lovely family and it has been a pleasure to get to know you over the years.


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Review from Gillian N (Friend of Resident) published on 20 December 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The home is an excellent facility and the standard of care is of the highest levels. There is a caring and thoughtful approach to residents which is supported by excellent management and supervisory staff. Outstanding.

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Review from M C (Respite Resident) published on 30 November 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Following a hip replacement, I received very good care and support by friendly staff, some of whom went out of their way to be helpful.


I was impressed by the use made of limited outdoor space to provide paths and seating everywhere possible with pleasant planting.


Please could the lovely pictures

on the walls have labels? I don't know the colleges well enough.

Reply from Angie Ryan, Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Thank you for your lovely comments - we will certainly look at getting the pictures of the colleges on the walls labelled! Wishing you all the best, Manager


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Review from Joanna D (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Mother was extremely unwell in January this year and we all thought she would be unable to survive the situation she was in. However, due to the excellent, considerate and dedicated care she received from the carers, nurses, doctor and management, who were involved and responsible for her well being,
Mum was nursed back to health. Although Mum now requires nursing care for her personal needs, she achieved what we never thought was going to happen and reached her 100th Birthday in June.


For Mum’s 100th Birthday celebration the hospitality staff and the chefs provided a fantastic buffet party for 14 members of family and friends. Mum still talks about this being such a lovely day, with wonderful food, just perfect.


Thank you to everyone at The Cambridgeshire for the kindness, care and consideration you show to my Mother. Without you all, we would not have had our special memories of Mum’s happiness on her 100th Birthday.


Reply from Angie Ryan, Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

We are very pleased that your mum was our first resident to reach 100! Thank you, Jo, for your very kind review – it is much appreciated by us all.


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Review from Philip M (Son of Resident) published on 1 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother moved to TCCH at the age of 92 with a terminal condition. The trauma of moving from a family home after 70 plus years was almost worse for my mother than her disease. However, all the staff handled the transition with great sensitivity and understanding.
Although my mother died 10 weeks after
her admission, we could not have been happier with the quality of care provided by the staff who showed superb levels of expertise, professionalism and empathy.
Equally, the level of family support was really appreciated. The quality of the facilities and catering services was also faultless.

Reply from Angie Ryan, Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

We are so pleased that you chose us to care for your mother. Many thanks for taking the time to write this review for us at what must be a very difficult period for you all – it means a lot to us all.


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Review from Jennifer H (Friend of Resident) published on 1 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visited my old family friend at the Cambridgeshire Care Home whilst she stayed for two weeks respite. She was clearly being very well looked after and was enjoying being fussed over. Her room was lovely, overlooking the garden with its own balcony. We had lunch and a glass of wine together in the
bistro which was excellent and then, as it was such a nice day, we stayed for tea and scones in the garden. I hope she goes back again soon so we can also return.

Reply from Angie Ryan, Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Many thanks Jennifer for your lovely review and we look forward to seeing you and your friend again soon!


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Review from Lisa H (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This home is a very pleasant place to live. The staff are plentiful, friendly and caring. The rooms are well furnished and comfortable, all built around a lovely garden for the residents to enjoy. There are interesting and varied activities and plenty of room and refreshments for visitors. The home
is not beyond making the odd mistake but I think it is as near perfect as it can get.

Reply from Angie Ryan, Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Thank you very much for your lovely review - it means a lot to us all


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Review from Sarah B (Daughter of Resident) published on 23 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father came to live in the care home last May. Right from the start, he was made to feel very welcome by all the staff and residents. His room is lovely, overlooking the very large and well-kept gardens.
There is a great program of activities each day which has really benefited my dad. When he
was at home he was getting really isolated. He has a new lease of life, it's great to see him so happy. He really enjoys his food it smells great. Presentation always looks good and it's really tasty. The sweet trolley is just like being at a hotel. Any problems that do come up are dealt with quickly. The care is very person-centred. The staff pick up very quickly if my dad is ill and let me know. I can sleep well at night now as I know he is in safe hands.

Reply from Angie Ryan, Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Many thanks for your kind words Sarah. We are really glad you chose us to look after your dad. We appreciate your input with constructive comments and feedback when you visit and are glad that you are pleased with our home - I know you look at it as an extension of your own. Best wishes.


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Review from Robert (Son of Resident) published on 22 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A superb physical environment, and caring staff.
Good attention to detail, and a friendly response to the family.

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Review from Clare M (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the staff at the care home behaved with unconditional love and care for my father. The last 14 months of his wonderful life were enhanced because of this care which he deserved. It was beyond expectations and made us all feel highly valued. Being partially sighted Dad was vulnerable but he felt
in good hands and trusted his caregivers. The staff knew his favourite foods and his disabilities were embraced with care ensuring he had all he needed and more. Exemplary care and love was given at all times with a smile. Thank you very much.

Reply from Angie Ryan, Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Thank you so much for your comments Clare - it means a lot. Your dad was marvellous and all the staff really enjoyed him being here. You are a devoted family and we are honoured that you trusted us to care for him.


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Review from David E (Son of Resident) published on 22 June 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father passed away last night after spending the last 6 months at the Cambridgeshire Care Home. I cannot praise the home and staff highly enough. He loved staying there and made great friends with both staff and residents.
His room was extremely well furnished and comfortable with a great view
over the beautiful gardens. The facilities were excellent with a high standard of food which he thoroughly enjoyed and a wide range of activities on offer.
The staff were extremely caring, professional and friendly and took time to talk to him on a regular basis. They also went out of their way to make our family feel welcome whenever we visited and were very sensitive to the situation when he passed away. Having visited many care homes before choosing this one I can honestly say it is exceptional and would recommend it to anyone who needs a caring environment for themselves or loved ones. Many thanks to all the staff for making my fathers last few months so enjoyable.

Reply from Angie Ryan, Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Thank you for your lovely review David. Your father was a very special man and we were privileged to have been able to look after him - we are all so sad it was for such a short time. As I said to you a few days ago, everyone loved him - he had such a kind and gentle way about him and I can understand why staff continued to seek advice and residents to discuss their ailments with him as he instilled confidence with his 'old school' GP demeanour. He will be greatly missed and myself and the team send our condolences and best wishes to all the family


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Review from Winifred R (Resident) published on 5 June 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This home is special, nursing was needed after a stay in hospital. Have chronic back pain plus osteoarthritis, I am unable to walk unassisted. All the staff are considerate, willing to help in any way they can. I have been treated with care and respect talking through any problems. I have seen the home
manager who is a qualified nurse and encouraged to raise any problems. The care staff some are quite young but well trained. Visitors can visit the bistro, have a drink with cake or a biscuit or fruit. Several of their friends now from hospitality, nursing care. Thank you to all.

Reply from Angie Ryan, Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Thank you so much Win for taking the time to complete a review for us - it means a lot.


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Review from Judy H (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 June 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I recently needed to find a really good care home which supplied respite for my 91-year-old Mum who also had some palliative care needs such as very regular pain relief and other medication. Having spent many years working as a community-based nurse, I was always going to be really fussy in looking
for the best patient care, staff who treated residents with absolute respect and kindness as well as an environment where my Mum felt comfortable and happy. I was so delighted with the attention to detail offered within the home. Excellent nursing care and a group of staff who all appear to truly enjoy what they do and genuinely care about the residents. Mum came home after a week saying how lovely everyone had been to her during the stay and I feel very confident about using the home again.

Reply from Angie Ryan, Manager at The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Thank you Judy for your lovely review - we look forward to seeing your mum again soon.


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Review from Joan M (Resident) published on 25 May 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Due to my poor mobility, I can't make use of all the facilities on offer. Visitors are always greeted immediately with a cup of tea and made to feel welcome.

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Review from William A (Resident) published on 17 May 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Highly satisfactory experience (well beyond expectation bearing in mind that the care home has recently opened). Superb attention to detail and the staff were cheerful and really keen to please - making for a happy atmosphere. Outstanding food/drink/cleanliness/facilities and activities.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.835)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.835) out of 10 for The Cambridgeshire Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 38 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 38 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.835 for The Cambridgeshire Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (372 Excellents x 5) + (67 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 442 Ratings = 4.835

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for The Cambridgeshire Care Home is based on 38 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 72 registered maximum number of service users is 14.4, which has been reached with 38 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 16 Dec 2022

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  • Caring

    Good

  • Effective

    Good

  • Responsive

    Good

  • Safe

    Good

  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Bed Vacancies

Bed Vacancies

posted 26 Mar 2025

Please call for more details about our room availability, if you wish to be added to the waiting list or to arrange a show round of the home.


Awards / Recognitions (1)

2022 Great British Care Awards - The Putting People First Award

Recipient: The Cambridgeshire Care Home

Date: Tuesday 08 Nov 2022 More details

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Meet the Team (14)

Angie

Angie Ryan

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2016

I am proud to say I commissioned The Cambridgeshire Care Home in 2016 and was the manager until 2019, having worked at First Care Homes since 2011. I returned in 2022.


I have worked in the social care sector as a registered manager in a home and regional capacity for over 25 years since leaving the NHS where I was a ward sister.


I am a Registered Nurse and have a Degree in Gerontological Nursing, the Registered Managers Award and also Level 5 in management and leadership.


I love this home and want the staff to feel the same, as this then impacts our resident's experience and helps them feel at home right from day one


Tina

Tina Popescu

Job Title: Deputy Home Manager/Clinical Lead

Joined: 2021

I am an experienced Registered Nurse with over 14 years of experience in both private and public healthcare environments. I have a Bachelor’s in psychology and a Master’s degree in Palliative Care strategies and management.


Following my move to the UK in 2016 I achieved my NVQ level 5 certification. I found my true passion in caring for others, especially elderly Residents and Patients and I am very grateful to have found the perfect environment to practice this at The Cambridgeshire Care Home.


Gary

Gary Taverner

Job Title: Head of Care Kings Unit

Joined: 2017

I ran my own business after leaving Sixth Form college, I made fixings for a variety of industries. In 2013 I joined NHS Care in the Community and then moved on to working as a carer in a care home. I joined The Cambridgeshire Care Home in 2017 and have completed my NVQ Health and Social Care level 3.


Vicky

Vicky Monenciu

Job Title: RGN Head of Care Queens Unit

Joined: 2022

Details to follow


Napoleon

Napoleon Gavino

Job Title: RGN Head of Care Wimpole Unit

Joined: 2023

Details to follow


Andy

Andy Jones

Job Title: Registered Mental Health Nurse

Joined: 2020

I completed my RMHN training at Fulbourn Hospital in 1989. I have worked in the NHS since 1986 and then in Private Health Care since 2016. I have worked in two care homes prior to coming to The Cambridgeshire Care Home.


Kevin

Kevin Bridges

Job Title: Head Chef

Joined: 2016

I have been a Professional Head Chef for 35 years, I have owned my own restaurant and private catering company. I started as an apprentice chef at St John's College in Cambridge. I have worked in care since 2016, I am fully qualified to Advance level of C&G's diploma 706/1, 706/2 and 706/3.


Sarah Louise

Sarah Louise Manton

Job Title: Training and Development Manager

Joined: 2020

Sarah takes all members of staff through compulsory training, induction training and refresher courses at The Cambridgeshire Care Home and at Park View Care Home, Ipswich.


Sarah is an RGN and has worked for a major airline for over 30 years as a cabin crew.


Yvonne

Yvonne Quigley

Job Title: Customer Relations Manager

Joined: 2020

I have a background in administration and customer service having been a buyer, salesperson, account manager, office manager and CEO in a variety of industries from Fire, Domiciliary Eyecare, Medical, Insurance and Charity. I started at The Cambridgeshire Care Home just as the COVID lockdown started.


I enjoy working with new Residents and Families to take them on a seamless journey into their new homes. I am a very caring and passionate person and really enjoy working with older people.


Carol

Carol Jacklin

Job Title: Home Administrator

Joined: 2023

I was born in Ramsey, Huntingdonshire and moved to St Ive's. I am the youngest of 6 children.


When I was younger, I wanted to be in the Police force, I passed the entrance exam, but they weren't recruiting so I went to Tesco, and carried out various roles until I became a Senior Manager, Trouble Shooter and led the Training and Development for five Stores.


I went on to become a bookkeeper and an Office Manager at Premier Electric then to Storage King in Cambridge for seven years and eventually seconded to the Bedford store for five years as Store Manager.


And here I am now at The Cambridgeshire Care Home as the Home Administrator.


I enjoy a number of hobbies, I like squash, am a very good roller skater, skier, horse rider and enjoy riding motorbikes.


Kila

Kila Harris

Job Title: Head Receptionist

Joined: 2020

I am originally from Essex but travelled all my life due to a Military background.


I started working for the Civil Service in 1988 and was contracted out to work for The Royal Anglian Regiment in Colchester as the Administrative Assistant.


I thoroughly enjoy interacting with Families and Residents at The Cambridgeshire Care Home.


Tom

Tom Collen

Job Title: Head of Wellbeing

Joined: 2021

I am a very creative person, with a background in Customer Service and Administration roles.


I started my journey in a care home setting after receiving my Level 4 in Events Management.


I love my role as Head of Wellbeing as it allows me to remain creative, working within care and being able to chat to Residents and Families. It helps me create new activities based on Residents' hobbies and interests.


I love being at The Cambridgeshire Care Home, this is my family and there's no place I would rather be.


Renata

Renata Bridges

Job Title: Hospitality Operations Manager

Joined: 2016

I re-joined CCH in November 2021, after 2 years away.


I have many years of experience in the hospitality industry from Hotels, colleges and running our own pub/restaurant. I have worked both front of house and back of house, which I enjoy as a varied role. However, it is the care environment that I enjoy the most, and the feeling of giving back to our residents.


Richard

Richard Trigwell

Job Title: Site Maintenance Operative

Joined: 2016

Richard has worked at the home since November 2016. He is responsible for overseeing all maintenance of every aspect of the home inside and out.