Alice Grange

Alice Grange is a nursing home in Ipswich, Suffolk (IP5 2GA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.

About Alice Grange

Alice Grange is a nursing home in Ipswich in Suffolk. We care for older people and younger adults who need nursing support, including people living with dementia and people with physical disabilities, and we take respite bookings. Having qualified nurses on site around the clock means people whose health is genuinely complicated can stay with us as things change, rather than being moved on at the point continuity matters most. Wounds, pain, continence, nutrition, medication and moving safely are all managed properly here, and a good deal that would otherwise mean a trip to hospital can be dealt with at home instead. Families frequently tell us that not having to move again was what mattered most in the end. What we watch for is the way clinical care can quietly reduce somebody to a round of tasks, so ordinary courtesies get as much attention as medical ones. People decide when they get up, what they wear, what is on their plate and how they spend the afternoon. We knock, we explain what we are about to do, and we wait for an answer. Dementia asks for a familiar day more than anything we could add. We keep things recognisable, avoid surprises, and when somebody is unsettled we go looking for the reason instead of trying to calm it away. Relatives usually hold the useful detail and we want to hear it. At our most recent inspection the Care Quality Commission rated us good overall, and we keep asking residents and families what needs our attention.

Care provided at Alice Grange

Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.

Common questions about Alice Grange

Where is Alice Grange located?

Alice Grange is a nursing home in Ipswich, Suffolk, IP5 2GA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Alice Grange provide?

Alice Grange is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Physical disability support, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Alice Grange's CQC rating?

Alice Grange is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 19 December 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Alice Grange provide dementia care?

Yes. Alice Grange supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Alice Grange offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Alice Grange offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Questions families ask about Alice Grange

Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?

Yes. Alice Grange is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

Yes. Yes. Alice Grange is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Yes. Alice Grange offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.

Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?

Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.

Can she bring her cat or dog?

Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.

Can a couple stay together?

Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.

Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?

Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Yes. Yes. Alice Grange supports younger adults as well as older people.

Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?

Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.

Typical weekly fees in the East

Alice Grange has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.

Indicative figures for the East, not a quote from Alice Grange. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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