Freda Gunton Lodge
Balkerne Gardens, Colchester, Essex CO1 1PR
Balkerne Gardens, Colchester, Essex CO1 1PR
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Operator's Description
"Freda Gunton Lodge is our 40 bedded residential care home in the centre of Colchester, providing high quality care in attractive and well equipped accommodation. Well trained staff work closely with r..." Show more "Freda Gunton Lodge is our 40 bedded residential care home in the centre of Colchester, providing high quality care in attractive and well equipped accommodation. Well trained staff work closely with residents to ensure that care is tailored to individual needs and is planned and delivered in partnership with residents and their families.We put great emphasis on helping residents to live meaningful lives; consulting them about everything that affects them and providing activities to keep people mentally and physically active. Food is often used to celebrate. We believe every meal should embrace fresh, seasonal ingredients used thoughtfully to produce simple but nutritious food that meets the needs and desires of the people who live with us." Show less
Main Facts
Care home
Conditions cared for: Older people generally
Care period: Trial stay / Long stay / Respite care stay.
This home accommodates 40 residents in 36 single and 2 shared rooms (38 en suite). It was purpose built and has a garden. Overnight visitors can usually be accommodated.
The home is in an urban location. Bus stop 250 yards; shop 250 yards; post office 250 yards; town centre 250 yards; GP 250 yards; social centre 250 yards;
There is a lot of flexibility about meals. Activities are arranged weekly. There are opportunities to pursue hobbies and to help with gardening.
Housing Authority: Colchester
Social Care Authority: Essex
Cost: Not available.
Info updated: 29/05/2024