FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST
FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST is a home care agency in Chelmsford, Essex (CM1 7FA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST
We at Forest Homecare Mid & West Essex are proud to provide compassionate home care to individuals and families across Chelmsford and the surrounding communities of Essex. As a dedicated home care agency, we bring professional, person centred support directly to the place people love most: their own home. Operating throughout the Chelmsford area and the wider CM postcode region, we understand that familiar surroundings play a vital role in wellbeing. Our team travels to each person we support, delivering care within the comfort of their own living room, kitchen and garden, allowing routines, treasured possessions and neighbourhood connections to remain at the heart of daily life. Whether someone lives in a quiet village on the outskirts or in the bustle of the city centre, our care comes to them. Our specialisms reflect the diverse needs of the people we support. We provide older person care for those who simply need a little extra help to maintain their independence, alongside specialist dementia care delivered with patience, warmth and a deep understanding of how memory loss affects both the individual and their loved ones. We also support adults living with learning disabilities and autism, mental health conditions, physical disabilities and sensory impairments including visual and hearing loss. Our care extends to younger adults too, recognising that meaningful, tailored support is important at every stage of life. In practice, this means our visits are shaped entirely around the person. For one family, that might involve gentle morning assistance with washing, dressing and breakfast. For another, it could be companionship calls, medication prompts, support with appointments, or more comprehensive care throughout the day. We take time to understand preferences, life history and goals, so that every interaction feels respectful rather than routine. Families tell us that knowing a trusted carer is on the way brings genuine peace of mind, particularly when relatives live further afield or are balancing caring responsibilities with work. The Care Quality Commission rated our agency Good across every domain at our most recent inspection in May 2024, including Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well led. This consistent rating reflects the standards we hold ourselves to every single day: safe practice, effective outcomes, genuine kindness, responsive support that adapts as needs change, and strong, accountable leadership behind the scenes. Choosing care for someone you love can feel overwhelming, and we understand the questions and worries that come with it. If you are exploring home care options in Chelmsford or anywhere across mid and west Essex, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We are here to listen, answer your questions honestly, and help you find the right way forward, whether that begins with a single conversation or a full assessment of needs.
Care provided at FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 9 May 2024
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST
Where is FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST located?
FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST is a home care agency based in Chelmsford, Essex (CM1 7FA), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST provide?
FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST's CQC rating?
FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 9 May 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST provide dementia care?
Yes. FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST 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. FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST ESSEX covers roughly 10 miles from Chelmsford.
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
FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST 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 FOREST HOMECARE MID & WEST ESSEX. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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