St Michael's Care Home
St Michael's Care Home is a residential care home in Clacton On Sea, Essex (CO15 6JW). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About St Michael's Care Home
We at St Michael's Care Home offer warm, residential care for older people in the heart of Clacton on Sea, Essex. Our home provides a welcoming setting where residents can feel safe, supported, and truly at home, with compassionate support tailored to each individual who joins our community. Nestled within the friendly coastal town of Clacton on Sea, our home benefits from the gentle pace and familiar charm of this well loved part of Essex. The local surroundings offer a peaceful backdrop for daily life, with the sea air and community spirit of the CO postcode area providing a comforting sense of place for residents and visiting families alike. Our care is shaped around the people we look after. We specialise in older person care and residential care, providing day to day support with the dignity, patience, and warmth that every person deserves. For those living with dementia, we offer a calm, structured environment where familiar routines and gentle reassurance help reduce anxiety and encourage moments of connection. We also welcome residents living with physical disabilities, providing the practical support and accessibility needed for them to remain as independent as possible. For those with visual or hearing impairment, our team takes care to communicate clearly and thoughtfully, ensuring no one feels isolated or overlooked. In practice, this means families can feel confident that their loved one is being supported by people who understand their individual needs and who treat every resident as a valued member of our extended family. Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in March 2022, awarded us an overall rating of Good, with Good ratings across all five domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this independent recognition offers reassurance that the care delivered here meets the standards expected by the regulator, and that our team is committed to providing a consistently high quality of support across every aspect of life at the home. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the care and thought that goes into it. We warmly invite you to get in touch to learn more about life at St Michael's Care Home, ask any questions you may have, and discover whether our home could be the right next chapter for your loved one.
Care provided at St Michael's Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 5 February 2020
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about St Michael's Care Home
Where is St Michael's Care Home located?
St Michael's Care Home is a residential care home in Clacton On Sea, Essex, CO15 6JW. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does St Michael's Care Home provide?
St Michael's Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is St Michael's Care Home's CQC rating?
St Michael's Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 5 February 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does St Michael's Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. St Michael's Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does St Michael's Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. St Michael's Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about St Michael's Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. St Michael's Care Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. St Michael's Care Home is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. St Michael's Care Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
No. St Michael's Care Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the East
St Michael's Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,350 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from St Michael's Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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