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Dementia care homes in Chelmsford

16 of the 24 care homes in Chelmsford are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 1 is rated Outstanding and 8 Good. A dementia care home is registered with the CQC to care for people living with dementia, with staff trained for it and a building laid out to keep residents safe and settled.

Dementia care homes in Essex typically cost £1,400 a week, about £72,800 a year, based on 5 homes with a fee on record. That is close to the typical residential fee in Essex of £1,375.

A live-in carer at home, which many families weigh against dementia care home care, costs from about £1,120 a week and can look after a couple.

Nursing careFees published

Manor Lodge

Chelmsford, CM2 · 120 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,400 a week
No reviews yet

Madelayne Court

Chelmsford, CM1 · 112 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaRunwood
Fee not published
Area typical £1,400 a week
No reviews yet

Wickham Care Home

Chelmsford, CM3 · 35 beds
CQC: Requires improvement
ResidentialDementiaGold Care Homes
Fee not published
Area typical £1,400 a week
No reviews yet

Manor Lodge

Chelmsford, CM2 · 120 beds
CQC: Not yet rated
NursingDementiaCare
Fee not published
Area typical £1,400 a week
No reviews yet

Typical fees in Essex

Based on 406 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.

Residential care
£1,375 a week
Usually £1,000 to £1,528 · 16 homes with fees
Residential dementia care
£1,400 a week
Usually £1,350 to £1,550 · 5 homes with fees
Respite care
£1,500 a week
Usually £1,450 to £1,650 · 5 homes with fees

Not enough dementia care homes in Chelmsford have published fees yet, so all care types in the council area are shown.

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Common questions

How much do dementia care homes in Chelmsford cost?

Dementia care homes in Essex typically charge £1,400 a week. Fees depend on the room and the level of care, so ask each home for a written quote.

How many dementia care homes are there in Chelmsford?

16 of the 24 CQC-registered care homes in Chelmsford are dementia care homes. The list is refreshed from the CQC register every month.

What should I look for in a dementia care home in Chelmsford?

Look for staff trained in dementia care, a building that is easy to find your way around, secure gardens, a calm routine and activities built around what residents used to enjoy. Ask how the home handles distress and whether it can keep caring for someone as dementia advances, so a second move is not needed.

Will the council pay for dementia care home care in Chelmsford?

If your savings and assets are below £23,250 the council will assess what you can afford and may pay part or all of the fee. Ask the adult social care team at Essex council for a needs assessment.