You & I Care
You & I Care is a home care agency in Chelmsford, Essex (CM1 1TD). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About You & I Care
We at You & I Care Essex are proud to provide compassionate home care across Chelmsford and the surrounding communities, supporting people to live safely and comfortably in the place they know best: their own home. Based in the heart of Essex, our team travels throughout Chelmsford and the wider CM postcode area, bringing personalised support directly to residents' doorsteps. Whether someone lives in a family home, a bungalow, or sheltered accommodation, we adapt our approach to fit seamlessly into their daily routine and familiar surroundings. Remaining at home, with its cherished memories and comforts, can make an enormous difference to wellbeing, and our carers work quietly and respectfully within that private space. Our support covers a broad range of needs, and we take pride in the breadth of expertise our team brings. We provide older person care and dementia care, offering gentle, patient support for those living with memory loss and helping families navigate the changes that come with a diagnosis. For adults with learning disabilities or autism, we focus on encouraging independence, communication, and confidence in daily living. We also support people managing mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments, tailoring every visit to the individual rather than the diagnosis. Younger adults with complex needs are equally welcome, and we work closely with families to build routines that feel empowering rather than restrictive. In practice, this means our carers can help with everything from personal care, medication prompts, and mobility support to companionship, meal preparation, and accompanying clients to appointments or social activities. Families often tell us that the greatest relief comes from knowing a familiar, trusted face is arriving each day, someone who understands their loved one's preferences, history, and small daily rituals that matter so much. We are pleased to hold an overall rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission, with Good ratings across all five domains: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. For families, this independent assessment offers reassurance that the care being delivered meets recognised national standards in safety, effectiveness, kindness, responsiveness to individual needs, and strong leadership behind the scenes. If you are exploring home care options for yourself or someone you love in Chelmsford or across Essex, we warmly invite you to get in touch. Choosing care is a deeply personal decision, and we are here to listen, answer your questions, and help you feel confident about the next step. Whatever the level of support required, our door is open and our team is ready to walk alongside you.
Care provided at You & I Care
- 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: 19 November 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about You & I Care
Where is You & I Care located?
You & I Care is a home care agency based in Chelmsford, Essex (CM1 1TD), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does You & I Care provide?
You & I Care 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 You & I Care's CQC rating?
You & I Care is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 19 November 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does You & I Care provide dementia care?
Yes. You & I Care supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about You & I Care
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. You & I Care - 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. You & I Care - 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
You & I Care - 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 You & I Care - Essex. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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