The Berrys Carehome, Basildon
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Requires improvement |
| Effective | Requires improvement |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Requires improvement |
| Well-led | Requires improvement |
About The Berrys Carehome
Our assessment started on 28 July 2025 and finished on 20 August 2025. We carried out our on-site comprehensive assessment on 30 and 31 July 2025 as the service had not been inspected since 2018. The Berrys Carehome is a residential care home providing accommodation with personal care for up to 3 people. The service provides care to older and younger people and people with a learning disability and autistic people.
What residents and families say
Relatives told us they did not always know what was in the person’s plan of care but trusted the staff to care for people well.
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About The Berrys Carehome
The Berrys Carehome provides personal care in Basildon, Essex, supporting residents to live with dignity and independence. The home is operated by The Berrys Carehome Limited and can accommodate up to 3 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 13/10/2025, the Care Quality Commission rated The Berrys Carehome as Requires improvement. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Caring; Requires Improvement for Safe and Effective and Responsive and Well-led. The home caters to a range of care needs, including caring for adults under 65 yrs, learning disabilities and caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports learning disabilities or autistic spectrum disorder, older people, younger adults. The SS15 postcode area has 6 registered care homes with a combined 124 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.
Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.
The Berrys Carehome is one of the care homes in Essex — a local authority with 402 CQC-registered homes, 299 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for The Berrys Carehome
- View The Berrys Carehome on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near SS15 5PG
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a residential care home, pay attention to the atmosphere as much as the facilities. The best homes feel warm, unhurried, and genuinely caring — like a place where your loved one could feel at home.
- Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
- Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
- Ask how the home supports residents who may need nursing care in the future.
- Look at the communal spaces — do they feel welcoming, clean, and well-used?
Questions to Ask When Visiting
It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to The Berrys Carehome's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
- 2 How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
- 3 Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
- 4 What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected The Berrys Carehome on 13/10/2025 and rated it Requires improvement. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Read the full CQC reportWhat families typically look for
- - How friendly and attentive the care staff are day-to-day
- - What activities and social events are available for residents
- - How the home handles changing care needs over time
These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if a resident's care needs increase beyond what you can provide?
CQC rated The Berrys Carehome as Requires Improvement for Responsive care on 13/10/2025, which includes how the home adapts to residents' changing needs. Ask what the home's protocol is when a resident needs a higher level of nursing care — whether they support a managed transition or have partnerships with local nursing homes.
How do you support residents to stay active and connected to their community?
CQC rated The Berrys Carehome as Good for Caring on 13/10/2025. This domain covers how staff support residents' emotional wellbeing, social connection, and sense of purpose. During your visit, ask to see the activities timetable and speak with current residents or their families about daily life.
Can residents personalise their rooms with their own furniture and belongings?
Most residential care homes encourage residents to bring personal furniture and belongings to make their room feel like home. When visiting The Berrys Carehome, ask about room sizes, any restrictions on furniture, and whether residents can hang pictures and decorate their space as they wish. A personalised room can make a significant difference to a resident's sense of comfort and identity.
What does a typical day look like for someone living here?
With 3 residents and care tailored to caring for adults under 65 yrs, daily routines at The Berrys Carehome will be shaped around individual needs. During your visit, observe the lunchtime atmosphere, ask about morning routines and whether residents have flexibility around wake-up times and meal choices, and check what a typical afternoon looks like.
What is the CQC rating for The Berrys Carehome?
The Berrys Carehome in Basildon is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 13/10/2025. The home has 3 beds.
How many beds does The Berrys Carehome have?
The Berrys Carehome has 3 beds and operates as a residential care home in Basildon.
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