L'Arche
L'Arche is a home care agency in Ipswich, Suffolk (IP4 4BD). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.
About L'Arche
At L'Arche Ipswich, we provide home care support to people with learning disabilities and autism across Ipswich and the surrounding areas of Suffolk. We are part of the wider L'Arche community, a movement built on the belief that people with and without learning disabilities are stronger together, and that genuine relationships are at the heart of good support. We work alongside the people we support, helping them to live the lives they choose in their own homes. That means listening carefully, getting to know each person as an individual, and building support around what actually matters to them, whether that is maintaining independence, staying connected to their community, or simply having someone they can rely on day to day. We are proud to hold an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the commitment and thoughtfulness that our support workers bring to their work every single day. It is not something we take for granted. We keep reflecting on how we can do better and we involve the people we support in shaping how our care is delivered. Our approach is rooted in mutuality. We do not see the people we support as passive recipients of care. We see them as neighbours, as contributors, as people with their own gifts and perspectives. That shapes everything from how we recruit our team to how we plan support. If you are looking for home care in Ipswich for yourself or someone you love, and particularly if learning disability or autism support is what you need, we would be glad to have a conversation. We believe good care starts with a good relationship, and we take the time to get that right from the very beginning.
Care provided at L'Arche
- Learning disability and autism support
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 31 July 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about L'Arche
Where is L'Arche located?
L'Arche is a home care agency based in Ipswich, Suffolk (IP4 4BD), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does L'Arche provide?
L'Arche is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is L'Arche's CQC rating?
L'Arche is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 31 July 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Questions families ask about L'Arche
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
No. L'Arche Ipswich 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. L'Arche Ipswich covers roughly 10 miles from Ipswich.
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
L'Arche Ipswich 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 L'Arche Ipswich. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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