Henderson and Harvard
Henderson and Harvard is a residential care home in Colchester, Essex (CO5 0LJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Henderson and Harvard
Henderson and Harvard is a residential care home in Colchester, Essex. We support older people, adults with learning disabilities, autistic adults, people with physical disabilities and people living with sight or hearing loss, including younger adults, and we offer both permanent places and respite stays. Supporting that range of people well means being specific rather than general. For an older resident it may mean unhurried help with personal care, safe support with moving about, medication given properly and somebody nearby at night. For an adult with a learning disability or an autistic adult it may mean a predictable routine, clear information given in good time, and support to manage money, appointments and getting out to a job or a course. Where physical disability is part of the picture we think carefully about equipment, seating, transfers and access, because those details decide how much independence somebody actually has, and where sensory loss is involved, how we announce ourselves and give information matters enormously. We pay close attention to how each person communicates, and we record what we learn so that it survives a change of staff. We run this as the residents' home. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. Please arrange to visit.
Care provided at Henderson and Harvard
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 11 July 2018
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about Henderson and Harvard
Where is Henderson and Harvard located?
Henderson and Harvard is a residential care home in Colchester, Essex, CO5 0LJ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Henderson and Harvard provide?
Henderson and Harvard is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Henderson and Harvard's CQC rating?
Henderson and Harvard is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 11 July 2018. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Henderson and Harvard offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Henderson and Harvard offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Henderson and Harvard
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Henderson and Harvard 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. Henderson and Harvard 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. Henderson and Harvard 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. Henderson and Harvard 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
Henderson and Harvard 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 Henderson and Harvard. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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