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Hatfield Peverel Lodge
Crabb's Hill, Chelmsford, CM3 2NZCQC Rating Good13.41 miles from centre
Care available
From
£1,165
per week
ResidentialNursingDementiaRespite
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per week
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Care availableFrom
£1,150
per week
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Care availableFrom
£1,250
per week
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Care availableFrom
£1,300
per week
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3 Europa Way, Ipswich, IP1 5DLCQC Rating Good17.05 miles from centre
Care availableFrom
£1,600
per week
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Care availableFrom
£1,356
per week
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Care availableFrom
£1,419
per week
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Rooms AvailableDon Thomson House
42 Low Road, Harwich, CO12 3TSCQC Rating Good17.66 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,343
per week
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Lawn Ln, Chelmsford, CM1 7JBCQC Rating Good17.92 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,300
per week
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Rooms AvailableBroomfield Village
Puddings Wood Dr, Chelmsford, CM1 7ALCQC Rating Not yet inspected18.13 miles from centre
Care availableFrom
£1,595
per week
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Molrams Lane, Chelmsford, CM2 7TLCQC Rating Requires improvement18.55 miles from centre
Care availableFrom
£1,600
per week
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Okeley
Okeley Care Home, Chelmsford, CM1 2ARCQC Rating Good18.97 miles from centre
Care availableFrom
£1,500
per week
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Hallmark Bucklesham Grange
141 Bucklesham Rd, Ipswich, IP3 8UBCQC Rating Good19.01 miles from centre
Care availableFrom
£1,700
per week
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Rooms AvailableHenley House
333 Henley Rd, Ipswich, IP1 6TBCQC Rating Good19.13 miles from centre
Care availableFrom
£1,744
per week
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58 Manor Rd, Chelmsford, CM2 0EPCQC Rating Outstanding19.24 miles from centre
Care availableFrom
£1,713
per week
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Ridgewell Ave, Chelmsford, CM1 2GACQC Rating Good19.29 miles from centre
Care availableFrom
£1,416
per week
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Writtle Rd, Chelmsford, CM2 0FZCQC Rating Good19.78 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,800
per week
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Braintree Rd, Dunmow, CM6 1HRCQC Rating Good20.57 miles from centreCare availableFrom
£1,200
per week
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£1,481
per week
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FAQs about finding a care home
What is a care home?
Care homes - also known as residential homes - provide accommodation and care support for people who are no longer able to live on their own. All care homes will provide personal care, including help with dressing, eating, toileting and medication. There is often a range of social activities for care home residents to try, from painting to day trips out of the home.
What is the difference between a care home and a nursing home?
Care homes and nursing homes are very similar - the only difference is that nursing homes have qualified nurses and specially-trained care assistants that provide round-the-clock nursing and medical assistance. For this reason, nursing homes are often more costly than residential care homes.
When should you move someone into a care home?
There are lots of reasons for choosing a care home. For instance, if someone is struggling to live alone - despite help from friends, family or carers.
All our care homes offer a homely and cosy environment, so all residents feel at ease in their surroundings. You may opt for a care home if your loved one has complex healthcare needs, and require 24-7 nursing support.
How much do care homes cost?
The average cost of a care home per week in the UK is £704. This covers your room, as well as help with daily tasks, like washing, dressing and administering medication from trained carers.
However, the cost of a care home depends on the type of care you need, where you live, and the facilities at the home.
There are lots of options when paying for care, including self-funded care (where you fund the care from your own savings), NHS-funded care, and local-authority funded care. To work out how you will pay for your care, you will need to do a financial assessment. Our team of care experts will work with you to find the right care home that suits your needs and within your budget.
What are the steps in finding a care home?
- Find a few potential care homes above - based on your location, on-site facilities, and the type of care you need. All homes shown on Lottie also include the latest CQC (Care Quality Commission) rating.
- Call the care home directly to confirm availability, cost, and what's included in the care home fees.
- Arrange a visit for each care home, so you can meet the staff, view the facilities, and get a feel for the community.
- Choose the best care home for your needs, based on your unique needs and preferences
- Get a financial assessment for care fees.
Tips on finding a care home
A care home should feel like home - and there's a few things to look for to ease yourself or your loved one into their new surroundings.
Where your new care home is located is one of the most important factors. To find the best care home for yourself or a loved one in your ideal location you can simply filter your search by typing in your location to reveal the best-rated care homes in your chosen area.
There are many different types of care to suit you or your loved one's needs. From dementia care homes to specialist nursing care homes - we've got you covered.
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