Elgin Rest Home
Elgin Rest Home is a residential care home in Westcliff On Sea, Southend-on-Sea (SS0 7SS). It holds a CQC rating of Requires Improvement.
About Elgin Rest Home
We at Elgin Rest Home offer residential care in the welcoming seaside town of Westcliff on Sea, providing a warm and homely environment for older people and adults who need support with daily living. Our home is a place where residents can feel settled, valued, and truly at home. Nestled within the coastal community of Westcliff on Sea in Southend on Sea, our residential setting benefits from the gentle pace and familiar comforts of this well loved part of Essex. The surrounding area offers a peaceful backdrop for our residents, whilst remaining close to the amenities, shops, and green spaces that make this corner of the East so appealing to families visiting their loved ones. Our care offering is broad and thoughtfully considered. Whilst we specialise in residential care for older people, we also welcome younger adults and support individuals living with dementia, learning disabilities or autism, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. In practice, this means our team takes time to understand each person as an individual, adapting daily routines, communication, and support to suit their unique needs and preferences. For families, this diverse expertise offers reassurance that a loved one with complex or changing needs can be genuinely understood and cared for under one roof. We also provide respite care, offering short term stays for those recovering from illness, returning from hospital, or simply needing a supported break. This can be a lifeline for family carers who need time to rest, recharge, or attend to other commitments, knowing their relative is in a safe and caring environment. Our most recent Care Quality Commission inspection, carried out in April 2023, gave us an overall rating of Requires Improvement. We were pleased to be rated Good in the areas of Effective, Caring, and Responsive, a reflection of the compassion, attentiveness, and personalised approach that our team brings to daily life at the home. The inspectors identified areas within Safe and Well led where further progress is needed, and we take this feedback seriously. We are committed to strengthening these areas so that every aspect of life at Elgin Rest Home matches the warmth and quality of care our residents already experience. Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the weight of that choice. If you are exploring residential or respite care in Westcliff on Sea for yourself or a loved one, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please do get in touch to learn more about life at Elgin Rest Home, ask any questions you may have, or arrange a visit to see our community for yourself.
Care provided at Elgin Rest Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 28 April 2023
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Elgin Rest Home
Where is Elgin Rest Home located?
Elgin Rest Home is a residential care home in Westcliff On Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 7SS. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Elgin Rest Home provide?
Elgin Rest Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Elgin Rest Home's CQC rating?
Elgin Rest Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 28 April 2023. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Elgin Rest Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Elgin Rest Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Elgin Rest Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Elgin Rest Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Elgin Rest Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Elgin Rest Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Elgin Rest Home 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. Elgin Rest Home 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. Elgin Rest Home 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
Elgin Rest Home 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
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Elgin Rest Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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