1 Stop Rec
1 Stop Rec is a home care agency in Colchester, Essex (CO3 9AJ). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About 1 Stop Rec
We at 1 Stop Rec are proud to offer compassionate home care across Colchester and the surrounding Essex community, supporting people to live safely and comfortably in the place they know best: their own home. Based in the CO postcode area, our team works throughout Colchester and nearby neighbourhoods, bringing care directly to the doorsteps of those who need it. Whether someone lives in a family house, a bungalow, or a flat, we adapt our support to fit each person's home environment and daily routine. Home care means there is no need to leave familiar surroundings, treasured belongings, or beloved pets behind, and it allows loved ones to visit freely and remain closely involved. Our specialisms reflect the breadth of people we support. For older adults, we provide gentle, respectful assistance with everyday tasks such as personal care, medication prompts, meal preparation, and companionship. Our dementia care is delivered with patience and consistency, focusing on familiar routines that bring reassurance and reduce anxiety for both the person and their family. We also support younger adults, individuals with learning disabilities or autism, and those living with physical disabilities or visual and hearing impairments, tailoring our approach to promote independence, dignity, and meaningful daily living. In practice, this means families can expect care plans built around the individual rather than a one size fits all approach. We take time to understand personal preferences, cultural background, communication needs, and the small details that make a real difference, from a favourite morning drink to the way someone likes their curtains drawn. For relatives, this often brings enormous peace of mind, knowing that a trusted carer is checking in, offering support, and providing that vital human connection. Our latest Care Quality Commission inspection, carried out in April 2022, awarded us an overall rating of Good, with Good ratings across the Safe, Effective, Caring, and Responsive domains. The Well led domain was rated as Requires Improvement, and we have taken this feedback seriously as an opportunity to strengthen our leadership and internal processes whilst continuing to deliver the warm, reliable care our community values. Choosing home care is an important and often emotional decision. If you are exploring support for yourself or a loved one in Colchester, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We are here to listen, answer your questions, and help you feel confident about the next step.
Care provided at 1 Stop Rec
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Learning disability and autism support
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 15 April 2022
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about 1 Stop Rec
Where is 1 Stop Rec located?
1 Stop Rec is a home care agency based in Colchester, Essex (CO3 9AJ), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does 1 Stop Rec provide?
1 Stop Rec is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is 1 Stop Rec's CQC rating?
1 Stop Rec is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 15 April 2022. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does 1 Stop Rec provide dementia care?
Yes. 1 Stop Rec supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about 1 Stop Rec
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. 1 Stop Rec Limited 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. 1 Stop Rec Limited covers roughly 10 miles from Colchester.
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
1 Stop Rec Limited 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 1 Stop Rec Limited. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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