DCA
DCA is a home care agency in Braintree, Essex (CM77 6RL). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About DCA
Here at DCA Essex, we provide home care to people living in and around Braintree, Essex, supporting individuals to live as independently as possible in the comfort of their own homes. We work with a range of people, including younger adults, those living with a learning disability or autism, and people with physical disabilities. We know that coming into someone's home is a privilege, and we take that responsibility seriously. Every person we support has their own routines, preferences and goals, and we work hard to make sure our care reflects that. There is no one size fits all approach here. We take time to get to know each individual properly before we begin, so that the support we offer feels right for them and their family. Our team is made up of people who genuinely care about the work they do. We invest in training and make sure everyone who works with us understands the specific needs of the people we support, whether that is around communication, mobility, or day to day routines. We are always looking at how we can do things better, and we welcome honest conversations with the people we support and their loved ones. We are proud to hold a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the effort our whole team puts in. But we do not rest on that. We keep listening, keep learning and keep looking for ways to improve the experience of everyone who uses our care. If you are looking for home care for yourself or someone close to you in the Braintree area, we would be happy to have a conversation about how we might be able to help. We are approachable, straightforward and focused on making a real difference to the people we work with.
Care provided at DCA
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 30 January 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about DCA
Where is DCA located?
DCA is a home care agency based in Braintree, Essex (CM77 6RL), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does DCA provide?
DCA is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is DCA's CQC rating?
DCA is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 30 January 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Questions families ask about DCA
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
No. DCA Essex does not list dementia care on the CQC register. Choose an agency that does if dementia is part of the picture.
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. DCA Essex covers roughly 10 miles from Braintree.
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 East
DCA Essex has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £28 to £33 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from DCA Essex. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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