Old Leigh House
Old Leigh House is a residential care home in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea (SS9 1LB). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Old Leigh House
Old Leigh House provides residential care in Leigh on Sea for adults, including younger adults, adults with learning disabilities and autism, and people with mental health needs. We also offer planned respite stays. The people who live here are adults with their own lives to lead, and our job is to make those lives possible rather than to manage them. Everybody has their own room, their own routine and a real say in how the house runs. Our staff help with personal care, medicines, meals, money and the ordinary work of a household, and we stand back wherever somebody can manage alone, because independence is easily eroded by being helpful. The particulars are where the work lies. How a person communicates, what makes an environment tolerable, how much notice they need before something changes, and which parts of the day they would rather handle themselves are all things we learn from the person rather than assume. For residents with mental health needs, consistency and a lack of fuss count for a great deal, along with staff who notice early when somebody is less well than they were. We also support people to have a life beyond the building, keeping up with family and friends and getting to the activities, groups, work or education they care about. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good.
Care provided at Old Leigh House
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 5 March 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Old Leigh House
Where is Old Leigh House located?
Old Leigh House is a residential care home in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS9 1LB. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Old Leigh House provide?
Old Leigh House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Old Leigh House's CQC rating?
Old Leigh House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 5 March 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Old Leigh House offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Old Leigh House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Old Leigh House
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. Old Leigh 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. Old Leigh 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. Old Leigh 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. Old Leigh 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
Old Leigh 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 Old Leigh House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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