Kacee Lodge

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We at Kacee Lodge are proud to offer a welcoming residential care home in Colchester, Essex, providing specialist support for adults with learning disabilities, autism, and physical disabilities. Our home has been thoughtfully shaped around the people who live here, creating a place where individuality is celebrated and everyday life feels reassuringly familiar.

Set within the CO postcode area of Colchester, our location offers the benefits of a well connected Essex town whilst providing the calm, homely atmosphere that residents and their loved ones value. The surroundings allow for a sense of community, with the comforts of town life nearby and peaceful spaces to relax, socialise, and feel genuinely at home.

Our care is tailored around each individual. For adults living with a learning disability or autism, this means person centred support that respects routines, communication preferences, and personal goals. We work alongside residents to build confidence, encourage independence, and support meaningful daily activities, whether that involves life skills, hobbies, or simply enjoying quiet moments in a familiar environment. For those with physical disabilities, our team provides attentive, dignified assistance with mobility and personal care, always guided by what each resident wants for themselves.

Families tell us that what matters most is knowing their relative is safe, understood, and treated with kindness. That is the heart of everything we do at Kacee Lodge. We take time to build trusting relationships, communicate openly with families, and ensure that each person feels heard. Our approach is collaborative, working closely with relatives, healthcare professionals, and advocates to make sure care evolves as needs change.

Kacee Lodge holds an overall rating of Good from the Care Quality Commission, following its most recent inspection in March 2021. The CQC found our home to be Good across the domains of Safe, Effective, Caring, and Responsive, reflecting the warmth and professionalism our team brings to daily life here. The Well-led domain was rated as Requires Improvement, and we have taken this feedback seriously, using it as a meaningful opportunity to strengthen our leadership, governance, and the consistency of the support we provide. We believe transparency matters, and we are committed to continuing to grow and improve for the people who call Kacee Lodge home.

Choosing a care home is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we understand the care, thought, and emotion that goes into it. If you are exploring options in Colchester for a loved one who would benefit from specialist residential support, we warmly invite you to get in touch with Kacee Lodge. We would be glad to answer your questions, listen to your family's story, and help you understand whether our home might be the right fit. Whatever stage of the journey you are on, you are welcome here.

Common questions about Kacee Lodge

Where is Kacee Lodge located?

Kacee Lodge is a residential care home in Colchester, Essex, CO6 4EN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Kacee Lodge provide?

Kacee Lodge is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Learning disability and autism support, Physical disability support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Kacee Lodge's CQC rating?

Kacee Lodge is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 10 January 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Kacee Lodge offer respite or short-term care?

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

Contact Kacee Lodge

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Care We Offer

  • Learning Disability / Autism: Person-centred support that helps people with a learning disability or autism live as independently as possible.
  • Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
  • Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
  • Residential Care: Help with everyday living, meals and personal care in a supportive home setting.

Questions families ask about Kacee Lodge

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 6 of these the home has not told us yet, so ask when you call.

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

No. Kacee Lodge is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

No. Kacee Lodge is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Kacee Lodge offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit. Source: CQC register

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. Use our funding calculator to check what you might pay.

Do they take younger adults as well as older people?

Ask the home. The register does not say which age groups the home supports. Ask the home.

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.

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

  • Latest inspection: 10 January 2020
  • Report published: 10 January 2020

Overall: Good

  • Safe: Good
  • Effective: Good
  • Caring: Good
  • Responsive: Good
  • Well-led: Requires Improvement

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Typical weekly fees in the East

Kacee Lodge 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 Kacee Lodge. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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