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Dementia care homes in Ipswich

35 of the 46 care homes in Ipswich are registered with the CQC as dementia care homes, of which 3 are rated Outstanding and 23 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 Ipswich typically cost £1,250 a week, about £65,000 a year, based on 4 homes with a fee on record; the middle half charge £1,193 to £1,275. That is about 5% less than the typical residential fee in Suffolk of £1,311.

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

St Marys

Ipswich, IP9 · 60 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaAnchor
Care home fees
£1,022 to £2,190 a week
No reviews yet

Waterfield House

Ipswich, IP7 · 76 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaRunwood
Residential care
from £1,350 a week
No reviews yet

Asterbury Place

Ipswich, IP2 · 80 beds
CQC: Outstanding
NursingDementiaWelltower
Fee not published
Area typical £1,250 a week
No reviews yet

Park Manor

Ipswich, IP4 · 21 beds
CQC: Outstanding
ResidentialDementiaUltimate Care
Fee not published
Area typical £1,250 a week
No reviews yet

Barham Care Home

Ipswich, IP6 · 44 beds
CQC: Good
NursingDementiaOptima HCI
Fee not published
Area typical £1,250 a week
No reviews yet

Canterbury House

Ipswich, IP7 · 61 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaAnchor
Fee not published
Area typical £1,250 a week
No reviews yet

Henley House

Ipswich, IP1 · 66 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaGreensleeves
Fee not published
Area typical £1,250 a week
No reviews yet

Norwood

Ipswich, IP1 · 46 beds
CQC: Good
ResidentialDementiaMethodist Homes
Fee not published
Area typical £1,250 a week
No reviews yet

Typical dementia care homes fees in Ipswich

Based on 35 homes in the area. Middle figure is the median; the range is the middle half of homes.

Residential dementia care
£1,250 a week
Usually £1,193 to £1,275 · 4 homes with fees

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Common questions

How much do dementia care homes in Ipswich cost?

Dementia care homes in Ipswich typically charge £1,250 a week, usually between £1,193 and £1,275. 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 Ipswich?

35 of the 46 CQC-registered care homes in Ipswich 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 Ipswich?

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 Ipswich?

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 Suffolk council for a needs assessment.