AYS Care
AYS Care is a residential care home in Colchester, Essex (CO4 3BU). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About AYS Care
AYS Care is a residential care home in Colchester, caring for older people who can no longer manage safely on their own, and supporting people managing mental health conditions and younger adults. We aim for the feel of a household rather than an institution, with people keeping their own routines, their own belongings and a genuine say in how their day goes. Where we support somebody with a mental health condition, our approach is deliberately ordinary rather than clinical. We take time to understand what a good week looks like for a person and what tends to knock things off course, and we build support around that rather than around a fixed routine. Respite stays are available too, for people who need care for a short period and for family carers who need a break. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We take that as the standard to hold rather than something to point at. The better test is whether people here seem settled and whether they feel able to tell us when something is not working.
Care provided at AYS Care
- Older person care
- Mental health care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 3 March 2026
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about AYS Care
Where is AYS Care located?
AYS Care is a residential care home in Colchester, Essex, CO4 3BU. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does AYS Care provide?
AYS Care is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Mental health care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is AYS Care's CQC rating?
AYS Care is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 3 March 2026. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does AYS Care offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. AYS Care offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about AYS Care
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. AYS Care is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. AYS Care 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. AYS Care 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?
Yes. Yes. AYS Care supports younger adults as well as older people.
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
AYS Care 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
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from AYS Care. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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