First Care Homes – The Cambridgeshire Care Home
At a Glance
The information you need to decide whether this home warrants a closer look.
Nursing homes
Staff warmth score
of reviewers answered yes
Good to know
- Registered beds72
- SpecialismsCaring for adults over 65 yrs, Caring for adults under 65 yrs, Dementia, Physical disabilities, Sensory impairment
- Last inspected2022-12-16
The Evidence
What the review data, the inspection reports, and the dementia-care evidence base tell us about this home.
What families say
Families describe a real sense of contentment among residents, even those who were initially reluctant about moving into care. The daily schedule keeps people engaged with entertainment, exercise sessions, and regular visits from the hairdresser and beautician. What seems to matter most is how staff take time to learn what each person enjoys and build activities around those preferences.
The eight family priority themes
- Staff warmth55
- Compassion & dignity55
- Cleanliness55
- Activities & engagement50
- Food quality50
- Healthcare55
- Management & leadership60
- Resident happiness55
What inspectors found
Inspected 2022-12-16
Is this home safe?
Is the care effective?
The Effective domain was rated Good at the November 2022 inspection. This domain covers care planning, dementia training, healthcare access, food and nutrition, and how well the home puts its knowledge into practice. Dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairment are all listed specialisms, which means the home is expected to demonstrate specific competence in these areas. The published report does not describe the content of care plans, the frequency of reviews, training programmes, or how the home supports residents to access GPs and specialists.Is this home caring?
The Caring domain was rated Good at the November 2022 inspection. This domain covers staff warmth, dignity, respect, privacy, and support for independence. A Good rating in this area indicates inspectors observed interactions they considered appropriate and respectful. The published report does not include specific descriptions of how staff addressed residents, how they responded to distress, or whether residents appeared settled and at ease in their interactions with staff.Is the home responsive?
The Responsive domain was rated Good at the November 2022 inspection. This domain covers how well the home tailors care and activities to the individual, including end-of-life planning, handling complaints, and supporting people to maintain interests and connections. The published report does not describe the activity programme, provide examples of individual engagement, or explain how the home supports residents who cannot take part in group activities. End-of-life care planning and complaints handling are also not described in the published text.Is the home well-led?
The Well-led domain was rated Good at the November 2022 inspection. A named registered manager (Miss Angela Renee Ryan) and a nominated individual (Mr Robert Jeffery) are both recorded, indicating a formal governance structure is in place. The published report does not describe how long the manager has been in post, what the staff culture is like, how the home learns from incidents or complaints, or whether staff feel able to raise concerns. A monitoring review in July 2023 found no evidence requiring a reassessment of the rating.
Source: CQC inspection report →
What the evidence base says
The home welcomes people with various needs, including those with dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments. They care for both younger adults under 65 and older residents. For those living with dementia, the consistent staffing and personalized approach seem particularly valuable. Staff take time to understand each person's specific needs and preferences, creating a sense of familiarity and routine that families find reassuring. All areas worth probing directly during a visit.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
The Cambridgeshire Care Home holds a Good rating across all five inspection domains, but the published report contains very little specific observational detail, so the family score reflects that general positive standing rather than rich, verified evidence of day-to-day life.
Homes in East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe a real sense of contentment among residents, even those who were initially reluctant about moving into care. The daily schedule keeps people engaged with entertainment, exercise sessions, and regular visits from the hairdresser and beautician. What seems to matter most is how staff take time to learn what each person enjoys and build activities around those preferences.
What inspectors have recorded
One thing that stands out here is staff consistency — the team doesn't rely on agency workers, which means residents see familiar faces every day. Staff clearly feel valued too, with recognition programs in place for their work. When families go through tough times, they describe feeling genuinely supported by the team, who seem to understand that caring extends beyond just the residents themselves.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering The Cambridgeshire Care Home, visiting will give you the clearest picture of how they approach care here.
Worth a visit
The Cambridgeshire Care Home, a 72-bed nursing home on Cambridge Road serving adults with dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in November 2022. The rating has remained stable and a subsequent monitoring review in July 2023 found no reason to reassess it. A named registered manager and nominated individual are in place, and the home's consistent Good rating across Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led suggests inspectors found no significant concerns at the time of the visit. However, the published inspection report contains very little specific observational detail, so it is genuinely difficult to tell you what daily life looks like for your parent from this evidence alone. You cannot rely on a Good rating by itself to answer questions about night staffing levels, agency use, dementia-specific training, activity quality, or how the home communicates with families. Visit in person, preferably unannounced or at a quieter time such as late afternoon, and use the checklist questions above to fill the gaps the inspection text leaves open.
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In Their Own Words
How First Care Homes – The Cambridgeshire Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where personal touches make all the difference in Cambridge
Compassionate Care in Cambridge at The Cambridgeshire Care Home
When families visit The Cambridgeshire Care Home in East Cambridge, they often comment on something special — how well the team knows each resident. It's not just about remembering names; it's about understanding someone's favorite breakfast, their daily routines, and what makes them smile. This attention to individual needs runs through everything here, from the structured activities program to the way staff support families through difficult times.
Who they care for
The home welcomes people with various needs, including those with dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments. They care for both younger adults under 65 and older residents.
For those living with dementia, the consistent staffing and personalized approach seem particularly valuable. Staff take time to understand each person's specific needs and preferences, creating a sense of familiarity and routine that families find reassuring.
“If you're considering The Cambridgeshire Care Home, visiting will give you the clearest picture of how they approach care here.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
The DCC Verdict
Our editorial view, built from the three lenses: what families tell us, what inspectors record, and how the home sits against good dementia-care practice.
DCC Family Score
The Cambridgeshire Care Home holds a Good rating across all five inspection domains, but the published report contains very little specific observational detail, so the family score reflects that general positive standing rather than rich, verified evidence of day-to-day life.
Homes in East typically score 68–82.The three-lens summary
What families tell us
Families describe a real sense of contentment among residents, even those who were initially reluctant about moving into care. The daily schedule keeps people engaged with entertainment, exercise sessions, and regular visits from the hairdresser and beautician. What seems to matter most is how staff take time to learn what each person enjoys and build activities around those preferences.
What inspectors have recorded
One thing that stands out here is staff consistency — the team doesn't rely on agency workers, which means residents see familiar faces every day. Staff clearly feel valued too, with recognition programs in place for their work. When families go through tough times, they describe feeling genuinely supported by the team, who seem to understand that caring extends beyond just the residents themselves.
How it sits against good practice
If you're considering The Cambridgeshire Care Home, visiting will give you the clearest picture of how they approach care here.
Worth a visit
The Cambridgeshire Care Home, a 72-bed nursing home on Cambridge Road serving adults with dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments, was rated Good across all five inspection domains at its last inspection in November 2022. The rating has remained stable and a subsequent monitoring review in July 2023 found no reason to reassess it. A named registered manager and nominated individual are in place, and the home's consistent Good rating across Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led suggests inspectors found no significant concerns at the time of the visit. However, the published inspection report contains very little specific observational detail, so it is genuinely difficult to tell you what daily life looks like for your parent from this evidence alone. You cannot rely on a Good rating by itself to answer questions about night staffing levels, agency use, dementia-specific training, activity quality, or how the home communicates with families. Visit in person, preferably unannounced or at a quieter time such as late afternoon, and use the checklist questions above to fill the gaps the inspection text leaves open.
The three questions to ask when you visitSave this home. Compare it against your shortlist.
Let our analysis show you how First Care Homes – The Cambridgeshire Care Home measures up against the other homes you’re considering. Free account.
In Their Own Words
How First Care Homes – The Cambridgeshire Care Home describes itself — collected from its own website. DCC has not edited or independently verified the content in this tab.
Where personal touches make all the difference in Cambridge
Compassionate Care in Cambridge at The Cambridgeshire Care Home
When families visit The Cambridgeshire Care Home in East Cambridge, they often comment on something special — how well the team knows each resident. It's not just about remembering names; it's about understanding someone's favorite breakfast, their daily routines, and what makes them smile. This attention to individual needs runs through everything here, from the structured activities program to the way staff support families through difficult times.
Who they care for
The home welcomes people with various needs, including those with dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments. They care for both younger adults under 65 and older residents.
For those living with dementia, the consistent staffing and personalized approach seem particularly valuable. Staff take time to understand each person's specific needs and preferences, creating a sense of familiarity and routine that families find reassuring.
Management & ethos
One thing that stands out here is staff consistency — the team doesn't rely on agency workers, which means residents see familiar faces every day. Staff clearly feel valued too, with recognition programs in place for their work. When families go through tough times, they describe feeling genuinely supported by the team, who seem to understand that caring extends beyond just the residents themselves.
The home & environment
The home maintains high standards of cleanliness throughout, with families consistently noting how well-kept everything is. There's a dedicated hospitality service for meals and a cafe where visitors can grab a cup of tea. The whole environment feels properly looked after, from the common areas to individual rooms.
“If you're considering The Cambridgeshire Care Home, visiting will give you the clearest picture of how they approach care here.”
DCC does not edit or curate content in this tab. For independently curated information, see The Evidence and DCC Verdict.
