Care Homes in Ipswich | Alice Grange

We are delighted to announce that we have received a 'Good' in our latest draft inspection report from the CQC. It will be available shortly.

We are proud to be one of the first homes to be accredited as part of Barchester’s 10-60-06 Dementia Care Programme, reflecting the enhanced quality of dementia care and improved quality of life experienced by residents here at Alice Grange.

Alice Grange is a purpose-built residential care home in Ipswich, with good road links to the A12 and A14 trunk roads. This care home is close to the beautiful East Anglian coast line with many Blue Flag beaches. Nearby towns include Felixstowe, Woodbridge, Aldeburgh, Martlesham Heath and Colchester.

Alice Grange provides 24-hour nursing care to frail older people, to older people living with dementia, who are supported in a dedicated Memory Lane Community and to younger adults with physical disabilities or otherwise in need of care. Alice Grange bases its care around personalised care plans drawn up with the individual and their families.

Our Memory Lane Community is specifically designed for people living with dementia. Corridors have points of interest offering sensory stimulation and free access to a balcony garden.

The best way to get to know Alice Grange is to visit us, however. We welcome visitors, so please feel free to drop in.

Life at Alice Grange Care Home

Our home is designed so that each person we care for feels completely supported in every aspect of their lives. First and foremost, the care and services we provide are delivered by trained professionals who are dedicated to looking after the health of each resident. Our activities programme is tailored around particular interests and our facilities are designed to enhance the lives of everyone living at the home. We also offer tasty and nutritious food that is prepared by a skilled team of chefs.

Our team

Our team are a unique group of individuals who all bring their own colourful characteristics to the home. Staff here are dedicated to delivering a high level of care to those we support and making sure that they live as comfortably as possible.

Michelle Medway

General Manager

Welcome to Alice Grange Care Home, my name is Michelle and I am the General Manager here.

I qualified as an Enrolled nurse in 1991, then shortly after joined the Royal Navy as a Queen Alexandra Royal Naval Nurse.

Shortly after joining I was medically discharged due to an injury, so I moved home and worked for an agency for a while.

I then worked my way up the ranks within the community hospital setting from an Enrolled Nurse to A ward sister during which time I did my conversion course to gain RGN status and my BSc in Nursing Practice.

The majority of my Nursing career has been based in the care home or community setting, and care homes is definitely where my heart lies.

I have been at the Alice Grange for over a year now as the Home Nurse Specialist, and have been recently promoted to General Manager. I really enjoy my job, the home has come a long way in the last year and we will continue to make improvements.

To do this I will work closely with my newly appointed heads of unit and enhance best practice for our residents.

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Our care

Celebrating life, individuality and dignity is all part of the Barchester philosophy, so the care we provide is designed around these values. We understand that each person has individual needs, so our staff are trained to deliver bespoke, person-centred care to those we support.

Types of care

Nursing Care

Nursing care is for people who need a qualified nursing care team available to them 24 hours a day.

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Residential Care

Our residential care is ideal for frail older people that would benefit from additional care and support, but without the need for specialist nursing or dementia care.

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Dementia Care

Our highly skilled team of dementia experts work hard to ensure the highest quality of care, based on the latest research.

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Respite Care & Short Breaks

Whether you care for a relative or are in need of care yourself, taking a break from your usual routine can do the world of good.

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Facilities

Wi-fi available
Sky TV
En-suite rooms
Pet-friendly

On-site

Access to kitchen facilities
Activity room
Flexible mealtimes
Internet access/wifi

Accessibility

Disabled bathroom
Disabled WC/facilities
Disabled parking
Disability awareness/equality training

Accommodation

Double rooms
Electric profiling bed
En-suite toilet
Nurse call system

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What people say about us

"I was brought here having difficulties at home. It is a wonderful place. I have an excellent room from which I can walk out (when patio door is open) and look at the gorgeous flowers."

Barbara I
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.5 out of 5

"From the moment I walked in the door I was greeted by the lady on the desk and made to feel welcome in the home by all the staff."

W H
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.64 out of 5

"I have been a resident for over three years - the care home is about four miles from Ipswich which a regular bus service. It is in a pleasant residential area. The building is well-disguised, spacious and has an air of freshness and character.
The care and attention provided by the well-trained, dedicated staff is very good. Equipment is maintained and certified regularly.
Very good facilities are available - carpet bowls, quizzes, outdoor visits and a bar. Family and friends get a warm welcome. Apart from inadequate staff being available at peak periods, I find that the service is everything that one can reasonably expect."

C G
carehome.co.uk rating: 4.42 out of 5

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