Jameson House
Jameson House is a residential care home in Colchester, Essex (CO5 7JS). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Jameson House
Jameson House is a residential care home in Colchester, Essex. We support older people and younger adults, including adults with a learning disability, autistic adults and people with a visual or hearing impairment, and we offer respite stays for people who need care for a shorter period. We aim to run a home rather than an institution. People have their own room and their own belongings, keep their own routines, and decide how much of the day they want to spend in company. Support sits alongside that, covering the parts of life that need it rather than taking over the whole of it. Because the people who live here have different needs and different ages, we plan around individuals. For an autistic person, predictability and a manageable sensory environment might be the most important thing. For someone with sensory loss, it is the consistent habits that matter, such as saying who we are on the way into a room and leaving belongings exactly where they were. For an older resident it might simply be an unhurried morning and good company. Communication is adapted to the person rather than the other way round. We work with families, advocates and health professionals, and we treat the person's own view as the one that counts most. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. We keep asking the people here what would make things better, and anyone considering the home is welcome to visit and see it as it is.
Care provided at Jameson House
- Older person care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 25 October 2017
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Jameson House
Where is Jameson House located?
Jameson House is a residential care home in Colchester, Essex, CO5 7JS. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Jameson House provide?
Jameson House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Learning disability and autism support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Jameson House's CQC rating?
Jameson House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 25 October 2017. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Jameson House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Jameson House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Jameson House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Jameson House 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. Jameson House 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. Jameson House 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. Jameson House 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
Jameson House 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 Jameson House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
More about the care at Jameson House
Respite Care at Jameson House
Respite stays at Jameson House in Colchester need booking ahead, particularly around school holidays when family carers most often need a break. Most homes ask for a minimum of one or two weeks and want current medication lists, GP details and a few home comforts packed. A short stay can also work as a gentle trial before any decision about moving in permanently.
Residential Care at Jameson House
Residential care covers the ordinary shape of the day rather than clinical treatment: help with personal care, meals cooked on site, laundry, prompts with medication, and the company of other people living under the same roof. It differs from nursing care in that a registered nurse is not on duty around the clock, so residents whose health needs are stable tend to be the best fit, with district nurses and GPs called in as needed. Jameson House is registered for residential rather than nursing care and holds a good rating from the Care Quality Commission following its October 2017 inspection. Families thinking about a move should ask how activities and outings are planned, what a typical week looks like, and how the home works with the GP surgery if health needs change over time.
Older Person Care at Jameson House
Older people living in a residential home like Jameson House usually need a mix of practical help and quiet companionship through the day. That can mean prompts or hands on help with washing and dressing, support to take medication safely and on time, meals prepared and served, and someone around to chat to when the day feels long. Colchester families weighing up options often find independent fees in the East sit between about £1000 and £1350 a week, while Essex County Council typically funds placements at around £750 to £900. Worth asking the home directly how mornings are paced, whether residents can get up and go to bed when they choose, how medication rounds are organised, and how many staff are awake overnight to answer call bells and help anyone who is unsettled.
Visual and Hearing Impairment at Jameson House
Living well with sight or hearing loss often comes down to small consistent habits: good lighting, clear signage, hearing loops where they help, and staff who announce themselves on the way into a room and leave belongings exactly where they were found. Jameson House is registered to support people with a visual or hearing impairment. Families are right to ask what adaptations are in place, how care plans record individual preferences, and how new staff are introduced to residents who cannot easily see them.
Younger Adults at Jameson House
Being under 65 in a home where most neighbours are older can feel isolating without thought given to age appropriate routines, interests and social contact. Jameson House is registered to support younger adults alongside older residents. Worth asking how the home helps someone in their forties or fifties keep in touch with friends, pursue their own interests and spend time with peers of a similar age, whether inside the home or out in Colchester.
Learning Disability and Autism at Jameson House
Good support for adults with a learning disability or autistic adults usually rests on knowing the person well, keeping routines predictable and adjusting the sensory environment to suit them. Jameson House is registered for this type of care, though families will want to ask how independence skills are encouraged day to day. Placements are commonly commissioned by Essex County Council, often at around £750 to £900 a week, with annual reviews involving the person, their circle and health professionals.
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