Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home

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We at Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home are proud to offer compassionate nursing care in the heart of Ipswich, Suffolk. Our home has been thoughtfully designed to provide a safe, welcoming environment where older people can feel truly at ease, whether they are joining us for long term nursing support or a short respite stay.

Nestled within the IP postcode area of Ipswich, our setting offers residents the comfort of a residential community whilst remaining well connected for visiting family and friends across Suffolk and the wider East of England region. The home has been arranged to feel warm and homely, with communal spaces that encourage companionship alongside quieter areas for reflection, reading, or private time with loved ones.

Our team specialises in a broad spectrum of care needs, allowing us to support residents through changing circumstances without the upheaval of moving elsewhere. We provide dedicated nursing care for those with complex medical needs, alongside person centred dementia care that focuses on preserving dignity, familiarity, and moments of joy. For residents living with mental health conditions, we offer patient and understanding support, whilst those with physical disabilities or visual and hearing impairments benefit from care that is carefully adapted to their individual abilities and preferences.

In practice, this means families can feel reassured that their loved one is being cared for by a team experienced in recognising subtle changes, communicating with sensitivity, and adjusting daily routines to suit each person. For those needing respite care, whether to give a family carer a well earned break or to support recovery after a hospital stay, we provide the same attentive standard of care in a setting that quickly feels familiar.

Our commitment to quality is reflected in our latest CQC inspection, where we were rated Good overall. Inspectors also awarded Good ratings across the Safe, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led domains, recognising the culture of kindness and accountability that runs through our home. The Effective domain was rated as Requires Improvement, and we have taken this feedback seriously as an opportunity to keep refining how we deliver outcomes for residents. For families, this transparency is important: it shows both the strengths we are proud of and our ongoing commitment to learn and improve.

Choosing a nursing home is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and we understand the mixture of emotions that comes with it. At Oakwood House, we aim to make that journey easier by offering honest conversations, a listening ear, and care that treats every resident as an individual with a lifetime of stories, preferences, and relationships worth honouring. If you are exploring nursing care, dementia care, or respite options in Ipswich for someone you love, we warmly invite you to get in touch, ask questions, and discover whether our home might be the right next chapter for your family.

Common questions about Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home

Where is Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home located?

Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home is a nursing home in Ipswich, Suffolk, IP5 2GD. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.

What type of care does Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home provide?

Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.

What is Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home's CQC rating?

Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 7 October 2020. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.

Does Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home provide dementia care?

Yes. Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.

Does Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home offer respite or short-term care?

Yes. Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.

Contact Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home

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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.
  • Mental Health: Support for people managing a mental health condition, with routines that promote stability and wellbeing.
  • Physical Disability: Accessible facilities and practical help with mobility, personal care and daily tasks.
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment: Tailored support and adaptations for residents living with sight or hearing loss.
  • 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 Oakwood House Residential and Nursing 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. Oakwood House Residential and Nursing 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. Oakwood House Residential and Nursing 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. Oakwood House Residential and Nursing 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?

No. Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home is registered for older people. Younger adults are not listed. 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: 7 October 2020
  • Report published: 7 October 2020

Overall: Good

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

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

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Ratings are as published by the CQC and may not reflect the current position of the service.

Typical weekly fees in the East

Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home 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 Oakwood House Residential and Nursing Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.

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