Why choose The Cambridgeshire Care Home for your loved one?

Where Exceptional Care Meets Elegant Living

At The Cambridgeshire Care Home, we offer more than just care — we offer peace of mind. Founded by Helena, Rob, and Paul Jeffery, part of the prestigious First Care Homes Group, we bring over 100 years of combined expertise and more than 30 years of outstanding care.

We are proud to be Great Shelford’s leading care home, rated GOOD across all five CQC services — Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-Led. From luxurious amenities to compassionate nursing, we set the standard for care in Cambridgeshire.

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All Your Care Needs Under One Roof

We are one of just 24% of care homes in Cambridge to meet all four key care needs:

Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Care
Palliative (End-of-Life) Care

No matter how your needs change, you will never have to move again.

Care You Can Trust, Day and Night

24/7 On-Site Nursing & Care – Our team of Registered Nurses, Team Leaders, and Care Assistants are always here for you
No Agency Staff – Ever – We believe in continuity. That’s why we invest in our own people
Award-Winning Palliative Care – Accredited by The Gold Standards Framework, only 4% of care homes in Cambridgeshire have been awarded this prestigious title

A Dedicated, Stable Team

We don’t just care — we connect. Our team is built on loyalty and trust:

16 staff members have been with us since opening in 2016, 14% staff retention year on year
Our Home Manager and Deputy Manager are both experienced Registered Nurses with 60 years of combined leadership
Our in-house Trainer ensures every team member receives face-to-face, up-to-date training

A True All-Inclusive Experience

We are one of just 5% of care homes in Cambridge offering a genuine all-inclusive fee, giving residents and families peace of mind with no hidden extras.

What’s Included?

All private rooms with ensuite / wetrooms
3-course meals & room/table service daily
SKY+ available
50-inch TVs in every room
Drinks at mealtimes, including aperitifs
Weekly live entertainment & exercise classes
Hairdressing, chiropody, beautician services
Direct-dial phones, Wi-Fi, Zoom/video calls
Private dining for guests, birthday celebrations, and more

The Best Hospitality in Cambridgeshire

We are the ONLY care home in Cambridgeshire with a dedicated hospitality team

5-Star Dining – 3 advanced chefs create menus with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients

Resident-Inspired Menus – Our residents shape the menu through tastings
Hospitality Assured Accreditation – The gold standard in customer service excellence

Stay Active, Stay Connected

Our dedicated Wellbeing Team delivers personalised activities, 7 days a week

Which include:

Spectacular themed events like “A Cruise Around the World,” “Royal Garden Party,” and “Winter Wonderland”
OMI Interactive Table – Stimulating games for memory, movement, and socialisation
Church Service – Monthly communion service given by Revd J Norris
Strengthening & Conditioning Coach – Weekly classes and one to one sessions, offered by just 5% of homes in Cambridge

We Care for Families Too

Choosing care is a big decision — and we are with you every step of the way

Dedicated Customer Relations Manager – One of just 8% of homes in Cambridge to offer this personalised support
Monthly Care Plan Reviews – Keeping families involved, informed, and in control
Quarterly Family Meetings – We believe communication is care

Healthcare That Goes Beyond

Weekly GP Visits – One of 7 Cambridge homes with enhanced medical support
Regular optician, dentist & chiropodist visits
Taxi & wheelchair taxi services for appointments and day trips

Elegant Living, Exceptional Comfort

Spa-like assisted bathrooms
24-hour open visiting
Adjoining rooms for couples
Beautifully decorated rooms, with the option to help choose new décor

Come and See Why We’re Different

Don’t just take our word for it – our residents and families consistently rate us as 5 Star:

9.8/10 on Carehome.co.uk
Google Reviews
An exceptional reputation throughout Cambridgeshire
5 star Food and Hygiene rated

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