Stour Valley Care Group
The bar lounge at Mistley Manor
Comfortable lounge seating at Mistley Manor
The Swan Restaurant dining room
The Manor gardens
Light and airy communal spaces
A welcoming bar at Mistley Manor
The grounds of Mistley Manor
Our in-house beauty salon
A beautifully appointed room
Fresh food every day
The bar lounge at Mistley Manor
Comfortable lounge seating at Mistley Manor
The Swan Restaurant dining room
The Manor gardens
Light and airy communal spaces
A welcoming bar at Mistley Manor
The grounds of Mistley Manor
Our in-house beauty salon
A beautifully appointed room
Fresh food every day
A lively activity session
A sunny afternoon in the garden
Our elegant lounge
Seasonal and fresh dining
A morning stroll in the grounds
Stylish interiors
Good times with good friends
Our beauty team
Well-earned refreshment at the bar
Stylish communal areas
A lively activity session
A sunny afternoon in the garden
Our elegant lounge
Seasonal and fresh dining
A morning stroll in the grounds
Stylish interiors
Good times with good friends
Our beauty team
Well-earned refreshment at the bar
Stylish communal areas

Family-run

Personal attention in every decision

CQC Registered

Fully regulated, inspected, and approved

Person-centred

Care shaped around each individual

Your home

Beautiful settings. Genuine comfort.

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A warm welcome from our team

Our story

Care that comes from the heart

Stour Valley Care Group was founded on a simple belief: that everyone deserves to spend their later years in a place that genuinely feels like home — warm, safe, and full of life.

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25+

Years caring for Essex families

2

Homes across Essex

4.9★

Average family satisfaction

100%

Family-owned and operated

Care we offer

The right care for every stage

From residential care to specialist dementia and short-term respite stays, we match care to the individual — never the other way around.

Residential Care

A permanent, comfortable home for those who need daily support — with staff who truly know and love each resident.

Dementia Care

Specialist care for those living with dementia, delivered by trained staff in calm, familiar surroundings.

Respite Care

Short-term stays that give family carers a break while their loved ones enjoy the same warmth and quality of care.
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Meet the team

The people behind the care

Four generations of the same family, supported by a team who share those values.

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Join our team

Rewarding careers in care

We're always looking for warm, compassionate people to join the SVCG family. Full training provided.

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Get in touch

We'd love to hear from you

Whether you're exploring care options for a loved one or have a question for the team, we're always happy to talk. No pressure, just a friendly conversation.