Mill Road House
Mill Road House is a residential care home in Colchester, Essex (CO4 5FZ).
About Mill Road House
Mill Road House is a residential care home in Colchester supporting adults with learning disabilities, autistic adults, and people with loss of sight or hearing. Most of the people living here are younger adults. Where somebody has sensory loss alongside a learning disability, the ordinary assumptions of care stop holding. You cannot announce yourself from a doorway and expect to be heard, and a great deal of what might look like reluctance is really a failure on our part to make contact in a way that reaches the person. So communication is the central task here rather than a preliminary to it, and we use signing, touch, objects of reference, symbols, routine and consistency, whatever suits the individual. Beyond that this is a home like any other. People arrange their own rooms, take part in the shopping and cooking as much as they want to, and are supported to get out to clubs, appointments and family. Short respite stays are available alongside permanent places, which can give a family carer a break or let somebody try the house first. Please contact us if you would like to come and see the house for yourself.
Care provided at Mill Road House
- Learning disability and autism support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Mill Road House
Where is Mill Road House located?
Mill Road House is a residential care home in Colchester, Essex, CO4 5FZ. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Mill Road House provide?
Mill Road House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
Does Mill Road House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Mill Road House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Mill Road House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Mill Road 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. Mill Road 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. Mill Road 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. Mill Road 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
Mill Road 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 Mill Road House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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