Essex
Essex is a home care agency in Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham (RM10 7RE).
About Essex
Here at Essex, we provide home care support to people living in Dagenham and across the Barking and Dagenham area. We believe that people should be able to remain in the comfort of their own homes for as long as possible, and our role is to make that a reality in a way that feels genuine and respectful. We work with a wide range of individuals, including those living with dementia, learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, visual or hearing impairments, eating disorders, and alcohol or drug misuse. We understand that no two people are the same, and we take the time to get to know each person properly before putting any support in place. Care plans are built around the individual, not the other way around. Supporting someone in their own home is quite different from a residential setting. It requires care workers who are attentive, flexible, and genuinely good at building trust. We put a lot of thought into who supports whom, because the relationship between a care worker and the person they visit matters enormously. Continuity, reliability, and honest communication sit at the heart of how we operate. We are registered with the Care Quality Commission and are working towards building a track record that reflects the standard of care we aim to deliver every day. We take feedback seriously, whether it comes from the people we support, their families, or our own staff, because we know there is always room to improve and grow. If you are looking for home care support in the Dagenham area, for yourself or for someone you care about, we would welcome the chance to have a conversation. There is no pressure, just an honest discussion about what is needed and whether we are the right fit.
Care provided at Essex
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Eating disorder support
- Substance misuse support
- Covers approximately 10 miles
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Essex
Where is Essex located?
Essex is a home care agency based in Dagenham, Barking and Dagenham (RM10 7RE), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does Essex provide?
Essex is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Eating disorder support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
Does Essex provide dementia care?
Yes. Essex supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about Essex
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. Essex is registered for dementia care in people's own homes.
Can they help with medication and nursing tasks?
Ask the home. Most home care agencies prompt or give medication but do not provide nursing tasks. Ask what their carers are trained to do.
Do they cover our area?
Yes. Essex covers roughly 10 miles from Dagenham.
Will the council help pay?
Ask the home. The agency has not told us which funding it accepts. Most take both council funded and self funded clients; a direct payment from the council can be used to pay them.
Typical home care fees in the London
Essex has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the London, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £30 to £36 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the London, not a quote from Essex. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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