Hatley Court Haven

Because Every Memory
Deserves Gentle Care

Hatley Court Haven is a care home in Waterbeach, Cambridge providing residential and dementia care in a safe and supportive environment.

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Care home exterior

Personalised Care Plans

Safe & Secure Care Environment

Compassionate & Trained Staff

Warm & Homely Care Setting

Registered Home Manager Shiju Jose

Meet Our Registered Home Manager

Shiju Jose

At Hatley Court Haven, Shiju Jose leads with compassion, experience, and a deep commitment to personalised care. With a strong focus on dignity, respect, and wellbeing, Shiju ensures every resident feels safe, valued, and truly at home.

His hands-on approach and dedication to high standards of care help create a warm, supportive environment for both residents and their families.

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Our Care Overview

Thoughtfully designed care services to support comfort, dignity, and independence at every stage.

Residential Care

Residential Care

Comfortable, fully supported living with personalised assistance tailored to each resident’s daily needs and lifestyle.

Dementia Care

Dementia Care

Specialist care in a safe and structured environment, supporting memory, independence, and emotional wellbeing.

24/7 Support

24/7 Support

Round-the-clock professional care ensuring safety, reassurance, and immediate assistance whenever needed.

Life at Hatley Court Haven

A place where comfort, care, and community come together to create a truly homely experience.

Beautiful Outdoor Surroundings

Beautiful Outdoor Surroundings

A calm and welcoming exterior environment designed to offer fresh air, relaxation, and a sense of peace.

Landscaped gardens

Well-maintained gardens where residents can enjoy nature, seasonal flowers, and peaceful walks.

Safe outdoor spaces

Secure and accessible outdoor areas that allow residents to move freely with confidence and comfort.

Fresh air & relaxation

Quiet seating areas perfect for enjoying fresh air, sunlight, and moments of calm throughout the day.

Welcoming entrance

A warm and inviting exterior that gives families confidence and residents a true sense of home from the first step in.

Comfortable Living Spaces

Comfortable Living Spaces

Our home offers beautifully designed private rooms alongside welcoming communal areas.

Ensuite private rooms

Each resident enjoys their own fully equipped ensuite room designed for comfort and privacy.

Quiet lounge areas

Peaceful communal spaces where residents can relax, read, or enjoy quiet time together.

Homely environment

Warm, welcoming décor that feels like home — not a clinical or institutional setting.

Safe surroundings

Thoughtfully designed spaces that prioritise safety without compromising on comfort.

Dining & Daily Living

Dining & Daily Living

Residents enjoy freshly prepared meals with a variety of choices every day.

Fresh home-cooked meals

Nutritious meals prepared daily by our kitchen team using fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Flexible dining

Mealtimes that work around each resident's preferences, with room service available when needed.

Nutrition-focused

Dietitian-informed menus ensuring each resident receives balanced, appropriate nutrition.

Comfortable dining space

A bright, sociable dining room that makes mealtimes a highlight of the day.

Activities & Wellbeing

Activities & Wellbeing

Encouraging active, social, and fulfilling daily routines.

Daily activities

A structured programme of engaging activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities.

Group engagement

Social events and group sessions that foster friendship and a sense of community.

Outdoor trips

Regular outings to local parks, gardens, and attractions to keep residents connected to the world.

Creative sessions

Art, music, and craft workshops that stimulate creativity and provide joyful self-expression.

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Hatley Court Haven

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What Families Say About Hatley Court Haven

Trusted by Families
Across Cambridge

Review Score : 9.9 / 10
115 reviews (overall)
34 recent reviews
D

D F

Daughter of Resident

"My Mum receives care, friendliness and respect. Her room is being kept clean and the carers are industrious and most helpful. I hope there is better provision of warmth and more regular walking to maintain mobility."

★★★★★
15 January 2026
J

J H

Sister of Resident

"Review went well. All areas covered, no complaints whatsoever regarding staff, care, food and general everyday support."

★★★★★
25 August 2025
C

Candy E

Daughter of Resident

"We find Hatley Court a clean and happy place, and the staff are wonderful."

★★★★★
8 August 2025
P

Patrick S

Son of Resident

"Our mother has been a resident for ten years and has been very well looked after. The care and attention have been reassuring for our family."

★★★★★
23 July 2025
L

Linda G

Sister of Resident

"Every time I visit, she is happy and feels safe. Staff are excellent and always helpful. I would recommend this home to anyone."

★★★★★
1 April 2025
L

L O

Granddaughter of Resident

"The manager has always been kind and helpful, maintaining high standards. I was very happy with my nana living here."

★★★★★
17 December 2024
B

B L

Daughter of Resident

"The lunches are truly exceptional — restaurant quality. Staff are attentive, kind and always helpful."

★★★★★
28 November 2024
M

M D

Daughter of Resident

"My dad received wonderful care with dignity and respect. Staff were always welcoming and supportive."

★★★★★
18 July 2024
V

V S

Daughter of Resident

"Our experience has been good. Staff are kind and caring, and management has been helpful resolving issues."

★★★★
26 April 2024
S

Sarah B

Daughter of Resident

"My mother spent happy months here and was always well cared for. Staff were caring and supportive."

★★★★
23 January 2024
J

J J

Granddaughter of Resident

"Nanna has always been happy here, and since the new manager started the home feels more organised and positive. Everyone seems happier and the home has a new lease of life."

★★★★★
22 May 2023
J

Julie T

Daughter of Resident

"My father spent his final months at Hatley Court Haven and was treated with dignity, kindness and respect. Staff were caring and supportive throughout."

★★★★★
14 March 2023
R

Roy H

Son-in-law of Resident

"This was the second care home for my mother-in-law and she is very happy there. As a family, we are happy too."

★★★★
11 November 2022
B

B C

Husband of Resident

"I would have no hesitation recommending Hatley Court. My wife and I had a thoroughly enjoyable experience during her stay."

★★★★★
8 November 2022
B

B R

Husband of Resident

"The care home is welcoming and friendly, with excellent activities and caring staff. I would be happy to spend my own final days there."

★★★★★
8 November 2022
C

Carol C

Sister of Resident

"He truly considered his room his home and was happy there. Staff were cheerful, considerate and attentive to his needs."

★★★★
8 November 2022
K

Karen B

Daughter of Resident

"Mum appears happy and content. Staff are caring and supportive, though communication during management changes could improve."

★★★★
8 November 2022
K

K H

Son of Resident

"Care staff seem genuinely caring and attentive."

★★★★
8 November 2022
E

Elaine D

Friend of Resident

"We cannot praise the staff highly enough. Our friend looked so well after respite care and everyone made us feel incredibly welcome."

★★★★★
8 November 2022
R

Robert N

Sister of Resident

"There were some concerns around personal care and misplaced belongings, though the food and activities were good."

★★★
8 November 2022
W

W B

Husband of Resident

"We are very pleased with the care and attention my wife receives at Hatley Court Haven following her stroke recovery."

★★★★
8 November 2022
V

Vera S

Daughter of Resident

"Overall the home has been satisfactory for my mother, though personal belongings occasionally go missing."

★★★
8 November 2022
C

C B

Son of Resident

"Residents looked happy and well cared for during my visit. Facilities were clean and staff were friendly and attentive."

★★★★
31 October 2022
B

B C

Son of Resident

"Mum has settled in well and staff are always smiling and responsive. We are pleased to have found a safe and caring home for her."

★★★★★
25 October 2022
E

Ellie S

Daughter of Resident

"The staff are friendly, caring and always willing to help. My mother is happy, safe and very well looked after."

★★★★
24 October 2022
C

C B

Son of Resident

"My mother received wonderful care for over three years. Staff were attentive, kind and made life as comfortable as possible."

★★★★★
21 October 2022
D

D W

Daughter of Resident

"Staff and management are kind and helpful, and Mum’s mental health and personal hygiene improved greatly while in care."

★★★★
11 October 2021
A

A F

Son of Resident

"The specialist care team have done outstanding work keeping my mother safe, comfortable and healthy, especially during Covid."

★★★★
6 October 2021
J

J K

Daughter of Resident

"A very well-run home with wonderful staff and facilities. Mum is settled, stimulated and very well cared for."

★★★★
7 August 2020
M

M J

Sister-in-law of Resident

"There is plenty of entertainment for residents, though agency staff changes were noticeable at times."

★★★★
18 June 2020
D

D F

Husband of Resident

"I cannot praise the staff enough, especially during difficult times. I truly feel my wife is in the best possible place."

★★★★★
17 June 2020
A

A P

Son of Resident

"The home is clean, staff are friendly and the Covid safety procedures were very reassuring."

★★★★
16 June 2020
J

J F

Niece of Resident

"My aunt has settled in well, enjoys the company and is looked after very well."

★★★★
16 June 2020
P

P B

Daughter of Resident

"The staff and management are efficient, helpful and always happy to support families with any queries."

★★★★★
16 June 2020
M

M P

Daughter of Resident

"Mum receives excellent care and the staff are caring and respectful. I always feel welcome and well informed."

★★★★★
16 June 2020
L

Lynda

Daughter of Resident

"Hatley Court Haven provides a lovely environment with caring staff, engaging activities and strong support for residents and families."

★★★★
3 June 2020
D

D F

Daughter of Resident

"My Mum receives care, friendliness and respect. Her room is being kept clean and the carers are industrious and most helpful. I hope there is better provision of warmth and more regular walking to maintain mobility."

★★★★★
15 January 2026
J

J H

Sister of Resident

"Review went well. All areas covered, no complaints whatsoever regarding staff, care, food and general everyday support."

★★★★★
25 August 2025
C

Candy E

Daughter of Resident

"We find Hatley Court a clean and happy place, and the staff are wonderful."

★★★★★
8 August 2025
P

Patrick S

Son of Resident

"Our mother has been a resident for ten years and has been very well looked after. The care and attention have been reassuring for our family."

★★★★★
23 July 2025
L

Linda G

Sister of Resident

"Every time I visit, she is happy and feels safe. Staff are excellent and always helpful. I would recommend this home to anyone."

★★★★★
1 April 2025
L

L O

Granddaughter of Resident

"The manager has always been kind and helpful, maintaining high standards. I was very happy with my nana living here."

★★★★★
17 December 2024
B

B L

Daughter of Resident

"The lunches are truly exceptional — restaurant quality. Staff are attentive, kind and always helpful."

★★★★★
28 November 2024
M

M D

Daughter of Resident

"My dad received wonderful care with dignity and respect. Staff were always welcoming and supportive."

★★★★★
18 July 2024
V

V S

Daughter of Resident

"Our experience has been good. Staff are kind and caring, and management has been helpful resolving issues."

★★★★
26 April 2024
S

Sarah B

Daughter of Resident

"My mother spent happy months here and was always well cared for. Staff were caring and supportive."

★★★★
23 January 2024
J

J J

Granddaughter of Resident

"Nanna has always been happy here, and since the new manager started the home feels more organised and positive. Everyone seems happier and the home has a new lease of life."

★★★★★
22 May 2023
J

Julie T

Daughter of Resident

"My father spent his final months at Hatley Court Haven and was treated with dignity, kindness and respect. Staff were caring and supportive throughout."

★★★★★
14 March 2023
R

Roy H

Son-in-law of Resident

"This was the second care home for my mother-in-law and she is very happy there. As a family, we are happy too."

★★★★
11 November 2022
B

B C

Husband of Resident

"I would have no hesitation recommending Hatley Court. My wife and I had a thoroughly enjoyable experience during her stay."

★★★★★
8 November 2022
B

B R

Husband of Resident

"The care home is welcoming and friendly, with excellent activities and caring staff. I would be happy to spend my own final days there."

★★★★★
8 November 2022
C

Carol C

Sister of Resident

"He truly considered his room his home and was happy there. Staff were cheerful, considerate and attentive to his needs."

★★★★
8 November 2022
K

Karen B

Daughter of Resident

"Mum appears happy and content. Staff are caring and supportive, though communication during management changes could improve."

★★★★
8 November 2022
K

K H

Son of Resident

"Care staff seem genuinely caring and attentive."

★★★★
8 November 2022
E

Elaine D

Friend of Resident

"We cannot praise the staff highly enough. Our friend looked so well after respite care and everyone made us feel incredibly welcome."

★★★★★
8 November 2022
R

Robert N

Sister of Resident

"There were some concerns around personal care and misplaced belongings, though the food and activities were good."

★★★
8 November 2022
W

W B

Husband of Resident

"We are very pleased with the care and attention my wife receives at Hatley Court Haven following her stroke recovery."

★★★★
8 November 2022
V

Vera S

Daughter of Resident

"Overall the home has been satisfactory for my mother, though personal belongings occasionally go missing."

★★★
8 November 2022
C

C B

Son of Resident

"Residents looked happy and well cared for during my visit. Facilities were clean and staff were friendly and attentive."

★★★★
31 October 2022
B

B C

Son of Resident

"Mum has settled in well and staff are always smiling and responsive. We are pleased to have found a safe and caring home for her."

★★★★★
25 October 2022
E

Ellie S

Daughter of Resident

"The staff are friendly, caring and always willing to help. My mother is happy, safe and very well looked after."

★★★★
24 October 2022
C

C B

Son of Resident

"My mother received wonderful care for over three years. Staff were attentive, kind and made life as comfortable as possible."

★★★★★
21 October 2022
D

D W

Daughter of Resident

"Staff and management are kind and helpful, and Mum’s mental health and personal hygiene improved greatly while in care."

★★★★
11 October 2021
A

A F

Son of Resident

"The specialist care team have done outstanding work keeping my mother safe, comfortable and healthy, especially during Covid."

★★★★
6 October 2021
J

J K

Daughter of Resident

"A very well-run home with wonderful staff and facilities. Mum is settled, stimulated and very well cared for."

★★★★
7 August 2020
M

M J

Sister-in-law of Resident

"There is plenty of entertainment for residents, though agency staff changes were noticeable at times."

★★★★
18 June 2020
D

D F

Husband of Resident

"I cannot praise the staff enough, especially during difficult times. I truly feel my wife is in the best possible place."

★★★★★
17 June 2020
A

A P

Son of Resident

"The home is clean, staff are friendly and the Covid safety procedures were very reassuring."

★★★★
16 June 2020
J

J F

Niece of Resident

"My aunt has settled in well, enjoys the company and is looked after very well."

★★★★
16 June 2020
P

P B

Daughter of Resident

"The staff and management are efficient, helpful and always happy to support families with any queries."

★★★★★
16 June 2020
M

M P

Daughter of Resident

"Mum receives excellent care and the staff are caring and respectful. I always feel welcome and well informed."

★★★★★
16 June 2020
L

Lynda

Daughter of Resident

"Hatley Court Haven provides a lovely environment with caring staff, engaging activities and strong support for residents and families."

★★★★
3 June 2020

Frequently Asked
Questions

We understand that choosing the right care home comes with many questions.
Here are some of the most common things families ask us.

We provide specialist residential dementia care, offering personalised support in a safe and structured environment tailored to each individual's needs.

Yes, residents are encouraged to personalise their rooms with familiar belongings, furniture, and memories to create a comforting and homely environment.

We use structured routines, calm surroundings, and trained staff to provide consistent, compassionate care that supports both emotional and physical wellbeing.

Yes, we warmly welcome family visits and encourage regular interaction to maintain strong connections and emotional support.

Our home includes en-suite rooms, shared lounges, secure gardens, and wellbeing facilities such as a hair salon to support daily life.

Absolutely. Our home is designed with safety in mind, including secure spaces, attentive staff, and a layout that supports ease of movement and reassurance.

You can contact us directly or use the 'Book a Visit' option on our website. We'd be happy to show you around and answer any questions.

You can contact us directly or use the 'Book a Visit' option on our website. We'd be happy to show you around and answer any questions.

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Nestled within peaceful countryside surroundings, Hatley Court Haven offers a calm and welcoming environment with convenient access for families and visitors.

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Located in the tranquil countryside surroundings of Cambridgeshire.

Private visits and consultations available by appointment.

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