Abbot Care Home

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We at Abbot Care Home offer dedicated nursing care in the heart of Harlow, Essex, providing a warm and supportive home for older people, younger adults, and those living with dementia or physical disabilities.

Nestled within the CM postcode area of Harlow, our home benefits from its location in this well connected Essex town, allowing families to visit easily whilst residents enjoy the calm atmosphere of a familiar community setting. The surroundings offer a comfortable base from which our residents can feel truly at home, with the wider East region close at hand.

Our specialisms reflect the breadth of care we provide. As a nursing home, we support residents whose health needs require the daily attention of qualified nurses, offering peace of mind to families who want to know their loved one is in safe, capable hands. Our dementia care is delivered with patience, compassion, and an understanding that every person's journey is unique. For younger adults and those living with physical disabilities, we focus on dignity, independence, and enabling each individual to live life as fully as possible. We also offer respite care, which can be a valuable option for families needing short term support, whether following a hospital stay or simply to allow a primary carer time to rest and recharge.

In practice, this means our residents and their families can expect care that is thoughtfully tailored, whether that involves complex nursing needs, memory support, or day to day encouragement with mobility and wellbeing. We understand that choosing a care home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and we take that responsibility seriously.

Our most recent CQC inspection, carried out in May 2024, rated us Requires Improvement overall. We are proud that the CQC recognised our team as Good in both the Caring and Responsive domains, reflecting the genuine kindness and attentiveness our staff bring to every interaction with residents and relatives. In the areas rated Requires Improvement, namely Safe, Effective, and Well led, we are fully committed to making meaningful progress, and we welcome open conversations with families about the steps we are taking to strengthen every aspect of life at our home.

If you are exploring nursing care in Harlow for a loved one, we warmly invite you to get in touch. We understand how much thought goes into this decision, and we are here to answer your questions, share more about our approach, and help you feel confident about the next step. Please contact us to arrange a visit and see for yourself the care and community we offer.

Common questions about Abbot Care Home

Where is Abbot Care Home located?

Abbot Care Home is a nursing home in Harlow, Essex, CM18 6TD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Abbot Care Home provide?

Abbot Care Home 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 Abbot Care Home's CQC rating?

Abbot Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Requires Improvement following its last inspection on 11 May 2024. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Abbot Care Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Abbot Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Abbot Care Home offer respite or short-term care?

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

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Care We Offer

  • Older Person Care: Support with daily living for older people, from companionship to help with washing, dressing and medication.
  • Dementia: Specialist support for people living with dementia, in a calm, familiar setting with trained staff.
  • Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
  • Younger Adults: Care designed around the needs and lifestyle of younger adults (typically 18 to 65).
  • Respite Care: Short stays that give family carers a break, or help someone recover after illness or a hospital stay.
  • Nursing Care: Round-the-clock care from qualified nurses for residents with medical or complex health needs.

Questions families ask about Abbot Care Home

Answered from the CQC register where we can. 5 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?

Yes. Abbot Care Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move. Ask how they support people in the later stages. Source: CQC register

Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?

Yes. Abbot Care Home is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team. Source: CQC register

Can they try a short stay before deciding?

Yes. Abbot Care Home 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?

Yes. Abbot Care Home supports younger adults as well as older people. Source: CQC register

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: 11 May 2024
  • Report published: 11 May 2024

Overall: Requires Improvement

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

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Typical weekly fees in the East

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

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