Admirals Reach Care Home

Ridgewell Avenue, Chelmsford CM1 2GA
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  • Admirals Reach Care Home, Chelmsford
Nestled within the quiet surroundings of Chelmsford, Admirals Reach care home offers personalised residential, nursing and nursing dementia care to older people.

The professional care team is on hand to help you or your loved one settle into life at the home. By getting to know each individual resident at Admirals Reach, they take pride in creating an engaging lifestyle which offers something for every resident to get involved with. Whether it be participating in activities such as gardening or taking trips out, or embracing the quieter times, each resident is encouraged to lead their best lives, with choice and autonomy at the centre.

Inside, Admirals Reach's modern yet homely interior includes well-furnished lounges and spacious rooms as well as a conservatory. Arranged in five separate houses, four of these provide dementia care and one provides residential care.

The home also offers a range of lovely dining areas where residents can relax and enjoy an intimate dining experience with family and friends, and in addition to the dining rooms, residents can also enjoy mealtimes in the peaceful courtyard garden on sunny days.

Care Provided by Admirals Reach Care Home

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Mental Health Condition
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 158 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Other Care Provided
  • Convalescent Care
  • Own GP if required
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Lal Mangalam (General Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 65+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (158)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Facilities

  • Close to Local shops
  • Gardens
  • Near Public Transport
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Television point in own room

Admirals Reach Care Home Reviews (322)

Total of 322, showing 1-20
9.7

Admirals Reach Care Home has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.743) out of 10, based on 56 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Admirals Reach Care Home has 322 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

New admission to Admirals Reach. Came to view the care home quite late in the day, one of the management staff showed around the unit, even when he was due to end his shift. Very polite, answered all my questions. Admission day - they were all very friendly, greeting the new resident. Staff are very
polite & courteous. They have got to know my relative very quickly, knowing what drink he likes and how he has this. The senior managers on the unit have an open door policy which is fantastic. They are supportive when I take my relative out for the day and return around 21.00. The food is excellent. Would recommend this care home.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My father was only in care for six weeks but I can only say everything that was done for my father was carried out with care and compassion and I would highly recommend the care home to anyone who is contemplating having a relative or friend live here.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The entire team are outstanding! They go above and beyond caring for my father! Nothing is too much. They provide support and reassurance to myself and my mother, making a difficult situation that little bit easier.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

20/03/2025 Social trip to the racecourse. Including cream tea & tea/coffee. Played bingo and had a raffle. Excellent trip out. Even met a race horse & fed it carrots! Lovely.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

20/03/2025 Social trip to the Racecourse. Excellent trip including a cream tea, bingo and feeding a race horse.
Overall very satisfied with the care received and facilities at this home.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I feel like a weight of worry has been lifted from us knowing mum is being so cared for. Every member of staff has a smile and a kind word. Well done Admirals Reach for being a 'care' home.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad has bee in Admirals Reach for 5 years. He has received excellent care and a very personal service from al the carers and nurses in the wing. He seems happy and content and for my sister and I we know that he is well cared for, safe and very well looked after. The staff don't seem to change much
which I think is a very good sign.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My father has dementia and deteriorating health and could no longer be supported in his own home. Within a week of being in the home he appeared happy, clean and supported and showed improvement. Unfortunately he had a fall and was admitted to hospital but is back at the home now. Since he was discharged
on Wednesday he is already looking better. I would happily put myself into this home, they really look after my father.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Thank you for looking after my Father so well in his last month. The staff were wonderful and as well as my Dad, they looked after us when we came to visit. His dog was allowed to visit which made a big difference to him. Everyone was treated with kindness, respect and compassion.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Pleasant atmosphere in Mountbatten wing for both residents and visitors. Excellent occupational choices listed for the residents to enjoy. Respite facilities appear of a high standard. Staff are friendly and residents appear relaxed. Catering feedback is good. Hygiene levels appear good too. Next of
kin of resident able to give more comprehensive feedback than myself.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a family we where very very happy with the care my father in law received in the two + half weeks he was here. All the staff have been amazing to us and of course to my father in law. We cannot thank them enough.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

In the first months of my father's life, he received the most amazing care from the nurses and care team. They treated him with kindness and respect and helped support us in his final days. I cannot thank the nursing team and carers enough for all of their dedication to making my dad's last months comfortable
and giving him love and support at this time.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

First visit; It was good to see my Mum up and about with others in the common room.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been a visitor for about 2 years and have always found the staff very helpful and friendly. All areas are clean. Everyone is very caring.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The place is very nice and clean. The carers have provided excellent care and treat you with respect.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

He is so well looked after and gets lots of care. Monitored medically daily and kept very clean. Nurses are very approachable and kind. Carers are very helpful to Dad's needs.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The care here is exceptional. The staff really go above and beyond their jobs. I always say it's not the home but the staff that makes it a home and they really do. Every need is provided in a courteous manner and done with a smile. That smile could make your day. I've been here for seven years and
can't imagine living anywhere else. It really is my home with all the benefits.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My dad has mixed dementia and other health issues and has recently become a resident of Admirals Reach Care Home. I'm so pleased he is here, the facilities are excellent, clean and modern. The staff are lovely and caring. I can now rest assured my dad is now receiving the care he requires.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Mum has been here just over 6 weeks. As a family, we have been pleased with her care so far. She seems to be well looked after in terms of cleanliness and comfort. Communication between staff and family has been good so far. The staff are friendly and attentive. I have noticed a warm welcoming atmosphere.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are always attentive. The room is always warm and clean. Mum seems happy and well cared for. Overall very happy, thank you.

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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.743)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.743) out of 10 for Admirals Reach Care Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 56 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 55 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.743 for Admirals Reach Care Home is calculated as follows: ( (518 Excellents x 5) + (128 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) + (6 Poors x 2) + (3 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 661 Ratings = 4.743

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Admirals Reach Care Home is based on 55 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 158 registered maximum number of service users is 31.6, which has been reached with 55 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 9 Jan 2024

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  • Caring

    Good
  • Effective

    Good
  • Responsive

    Good
  • Safe

    Good
  • Well-led

    Good

Care Quality Commission is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in England.

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Meet the Team (1)

Lal

Lal Mangalam

Job Title: Home Manager

“For me, it’s making a real difference to our Resident’s lives with good care delivery and support.”


Lal is a Registered Nurse with over twenty years’ experience. He is a knowledgeable leader who is passionate about delivering the highest standards in care and quality of life to older people, to enrich their lives. Lal is dedicated to providing quality care and support for elderly people, to enrich their lives.


Lal closely shares HC-One’s vision in aiming to provide the kindest care for each and every Resident. He uses his experience to motivate his team to deliver care and support in a way that Residents gain the most benefit, in a warm and welcoming home. Lal is committed to promoting individual choice for Residents, allowing them to feel empowered.


He also works hard to arrange events and activities with nearby schools and clubs and is always keen to include the local community in life at Admirals Reach.


When asked what he enjoys most about his role, Lal remarked:


“Seeing Residents smiling and knowing that as a team we are making a difference to their lives.”


In his spare time, Lal enjoys playing badminton, travelling to exciting destinations and spending quality time with his family.


If you would like to find out more information about Admirals Reach, Lal has an ‘Open Door Policy’ and would be pleased to welcome you for an informal discussion.


T 01245 266 567
W hc-one.co.uk
E AdmiralsReach.Manager@hc-one.co.uk


Frequently Asked Questions about Admirals Reach Care Home

What types of Care is Admirals Reach Care Home registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Mental Health Condition & Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Admirals Reach Care Home provide?

Palliative Care, Convalescent Care, Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit & Own GP if required are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Admirals Reach Care Home have?

There are 158 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Admirals Reach Care Home?

Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room & Television point in own room are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Admirals Reach Care Home to the centre of Chelmsford?

0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.