Collins House

Collins House is a residential care home in Corringham, Thurrock (SS17 7LE). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Collins House

We are Collins House, a care home in Corringham in Thurrock, offering a permanent home to older people who need support with daily living. Residential care is what we do, and we also welcome people living with dementia as well as those who come to us for a short respite stay while a family carer takes a break or recovers their own strength. Life here is shaped around the people who live with us rather than around a timetable. We take time to learn what someone enjoyed before they arrived, what they would rather do without, and how they like their day to begin and end. Some of our residents prefer a quiet morning with a newspaper and company later on, while others are happiest joining whatever is going on in the lounge. Both suit us equally well. Supporting someone with dementia asks for patience and consistency, so we keep routines familiar and surroundings easy to make sense of, and we spend time with families learning the small details that help a person feel settled. Our team is trained to notice changes early and to respond calmly rather than hurriedly. At our most recent inspection the Care Quality Commission rated us good overall. We treat that as a standard to hold onto rather than a finishing line, and we keep asking residents and relatives how we could do better. Corringham gives us a quieter setting with the rest of Thurrock close at hand. Visitors are welcome at times that suit them, and if you are thinking about care for yourself or someone you love, please come and see us and ask us anything.

Care provided at Collins House

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Collins House

Where is Collins House located?

Collins House is a residential care home in Corringham, Thurrock, SS17 7LE. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Collins House provide?

Collins House is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Collins House's CQC rating?

Collins House is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 19 February 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Collins House provide dementia care?

Yes. Collins House supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Collins House offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Collins House offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Collins House

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Collins House 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. Collins 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. Collins 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?

No. Collins House is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed.

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

Collins 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.

Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Collins House. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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