Care Homes for Older People in and around Leavenheath

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Browse 30 Leavenheath Older Person Care Homes

Avg. Review Score 9.5
Total 1,882 Reviews
Avg. Starting Price £1,421 per week

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Alderwood Care Home

39 Essex Hall Road, Colchester CO1 1ZP

7.3 miles from centre of Leavenheath

10106 Reviews

15 2

"I transferred my aunt to Alderwood from another care home. I cannot recommend the care home highly enough. All staff really do go the extra..."Read all 106 reviews

from £1,950 / week65 rooms

Group/Owner Carebase

Alderwood Care Home provides award-winning, person-centred residential, nursing and dementia care from a skilled and passionate team. Rated as ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission* (CQC), it is... Read more

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Excelcare St Fillans Care Home

St Fillan Road, Colchester CO4 0PT

7.7 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.993 Reviews

13 1

"Choosing a care home for Mum was one of the hardest decisions we've had to make, but St Fillans has given us complete peace of mind. The..."Read all 93 reviews

from £1,375 / week71 rooms

Group/Owner Excelcare

Nestled in a quiet residential area of St John’s, near Colchester in Essex, beautiful St Fillans Care Home provides a variety of long-term and respite care, including residential, residential dementia,... Read more

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Colne House Care Home

Station Road, Earls Colne, Colchester CO6 2LT

8.1 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.9106 Reviews

17 1

"I cannot speak highly enough of everyone at Colne House Care Home. The entire team consistently goes above and beyond to provide..."Read all 106 reviews

from £1,450 / week38 rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Colne House Care Home is situated in the village of Earls Colne, and the Georgian building is set within spacious landscaped gardens with views of Colne Valley. The care at Colne House places a special... Read more

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Nayland House

Bear Street, Nayland, Colchester CO6 4LA

2.1 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.993 Reviews

"I am more than grateful to the wonderful carers that look after my husband. He was placed on end of life care in January 2026. The staff..."Read all 93 reviews

54 rooms

Group/Owner Birchstone Care

Nayland House residents enjoy a fulfilling and comfortable lifestyle, with exceptional care in beautiful surroundings. Located in the picturesque historic village of Nayland, near Colchester, the care... Read more

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Canterbury House

Gallows Hill, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6JQ

5.5 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.760 Reviews

12 1

"From the initial visit to view the home, my husband moving in when he was discharged from hospital, and every other aspect the staff have..."Read all 60 reviews

from £1,535 / week61 rooms

Group/Owner Anchor

Canterbury House in Hadleigh is a purpose-built care home, providing quality care within a comfortable and relaxing environment. It continues to welcome new residents for residential and residential dementia... Read more

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Milton Lodge

288-290 Ipswich Road, Colchester CO4 0ES

7.5 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.750 Reviews

12 1

"Mum has now been at Milton Lodge for 2 years. The staff have always been very friendly and have a very caring and positive attitude. Mum..."Read all 50 reviews

from £1,300 / week35 rooms

Group/Owner Sohal Healthcare Ltd

Milton Lodge is located in the heart of the historic town of Colchester. The home provides a homely atmosphere and is run by an experienced care team. The main philosophy at Milton Lodge is to provide... Read more

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Tall Trees

Oaks Place, Mile End Road, Colchester CO4 5XR

6.8 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.778 Reviews

25 3

"I am extremely happy with the care my partner receives at Tall Trees, the staff are kind caring and always treat her with dignity and..."Read all 78 reviews

from £1,799 / week48 rooms

Group/Owner Care UK

The skilled team at Tall Trees care home provides high-quality respite, nursing and dementia care, as well as compassionate end of life care. Located in the centre of Colchester, Essex, this comfortable,... Read more

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St Joseph's

The Croft, Sudbury CO10 1HR

5.9 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.786 Reviews

12 1

"My mother has been a resident for 2 months and I have nothing but praise for the staff who are incredibly kind and patient treating mum..."Read all 86 reviews

from £1,552 / week60 rooms

Group/Owner Anchor

St Josephs in Sudbury is a caring home supporting up to 60 older people to live a comfortable lifestyle, as well as offering care for those living with dementia. The home continues to welcome new residents... Read more

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Barchester Woodland View Care Home

Long View, 216 Turner Road, Colchester CO4 5JR

6.9 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.7126 Reviews

12 2

"A comfortable and welcoming care home with most helpful assistants. The outings one goes on are always most enjoyable and well looked after..."Read all 126 reviews

from £1,800 / week60 rooms

Group/Owner Barchester Healthcare Ltd

Barchester Colchester Care Home is a 2015 addition to this skilled and highly-respected provider's portfolio. A purpose-built environment with many homely qualities and en-suite bedrooms can be tailored... Read more

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Melford Court

Hall Street, Long Melford, Sudbury CO10 9JA

7.6 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.791 Reviews

22 1

"Both my parents are residents of Melford Court. They moved in a few months ago. Everyone has been very welcoming and supportive as they..."Read all 91 reviews

from £950 / week52 rooms

Group/Owner Stow Healthcare Group

Rated Good by the CQC (May 2026), Melford Court is a residential and nursing care home occupying a Grade II listed house on Hall Street in Long Melford, one of the finest high streets in Suffolk, lined... Read more

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Brook House

47 Colchester Road, White Colne, Colchester CO6 2PW

7.3 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.716 Reviews

"Mum was a resident for just over a year at Brook House and the care provided from arrival to her death was exceptional. She had always..."Read all 16 reviews

from £1,400 / week36 rooms

Group/Owner Sohal Healthcare Ltd

Located in a residential area of the village of White Colne, Colchester, Brook House provides residential care for the elderly and those living with dementia. There are 35 rooms in the home all with... Read more

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Horkesley Manor

Nayland Road, Great Horkesley, Colchester CO6 4ET

5.2 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.7104 Reviews

20 1

"Mum was admitted to Horkesely Manor following a prolonged hospital stay and received excellent care. Very quickly, Mum realised how safe..."Read all 104 reviews

from £830 / week73 rooms

Group/Owner Stow Healthcare Group

Horkesley Manor is a residential, nursing and dementia care home set in a substantially renovated manor house in the Essex countryside, at the end of a long drive in the village of Great Horkesley just... Read more

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Hadleigh Nursing Home

1 Friars Road, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6DF

5.4 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.658 Reviews

"My father-in-law has been a resident here since February. It was a difficult decision to move him to a home as he was still very mobile but..."Read all 58 reviews

from £1,350 / week54 rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Hadleigh nursing care home is a charming 19th-century property set in landscaped gardens with excellent views across rolling Suffolk countryside. The beautiful home, situated on the edge of the historic... Read more

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Blackbrook House

Gun Hill, Dedham, Colchester CO7 6HP

5.8 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.698 Reviews

11 1

"Dad moved into Blackbrook House a couple of months ago and has settled in extremely well. From when we first visited Blackbrook House my..."Read all 98 reviews

from £1,432 / week55 rooms

Group/Owner Anchor

Blackbrook House in Dedham is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the Essex-Suffolk border. The home provides residential and dementia care for up to 55 residents in comfortable ensuite... Read more

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Loganberry Lodge

79/81 New Farm Road, Stanway, Colchester CO3 0PG

7.8 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.6148 Reviews

21 1

"Since being brought to Loganberry Sue has recieved excellent treatment from staff with nothing seeming to be too much trouble. As a..."Read all 148 reviews

from £1,550 / week143 rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Situated on the outskirts of Colchester in Stanway, Loganberry Lodge has excellent transport links to both the town and nearby amenities. The Home surrounds a beautiful courtyard and many rooms lead... Read more

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Mellish House Residential Home

20a Kings Hill, Great Cornard, Sudbury CO10 0EH

4.9 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.680 Reviews

14 1

"Absolutely can not fault the home at all. The staff are amazing and so caring. The food is 2nd to none,well done the chefs! My uncle is..."Read all 80 reviews

from £1,386 / week48 rooms

Group/Owner Caring Homes Group

Mellish House is located in the village of Great Cornard, near Sudbury, close to the town's shops and cafes. Providing residential dementia care for up to 48 elderly residents including trial stays, respite... Read more

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Catchpole Court Nursing Home

Walnut Tree Lane, Sudbury CO10 1BD

5.8 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.656 Reviews

"Was invited to a Mothers Day flower arranging & afternoon tea. What a lovely afternoon and well put together. A table adorned with..."Read all 56 reviews

from £1,100 / week66 rooms

Group/Owner Kingsley Healthcare Group

Catchpole Court NursingHome in Sudbury, Suffolk offers nursing, dementia, residential and respite care in a welcoming home. Situated next to shops, a train station and a lake, the care home has a team... Read more

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The Haven

84 Harwich Road, Colchester CO4 3BS

8.1 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.566 Reviews

24 1

"The Haven is suitable for the care of my father. All the staff work hard and there is little I can fault, if any, concerning the service..."Read all 66 reviews

from £1,349 / week32 rooms

Group/Owner Sohal Healthcare Ltd

The Haven is a national and regional award-winning care home registered for 32 occupants. The Haven is known for its modern-day approach in Dementia Care using innovations and technology to enhance... Read more

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Laxfield House

Cundys Lane, Brent Eleigh, Sudbury CO10 9PL

6.5 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.423 Reviews

"My aunt stayed in Laxfield House from January 2022 until November 2024. The atmosphere at Laxfield was warm and friendly and my aunt was..."Read all 23 reviews

from £1,425 / week34 rooms

Laxfield House has built up an excellent reputation for residential and nursing care over many years, organising high-quality care provision to suit individual needs. The Home has a unique charm of... Read more

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The Oaks Care Home

15/25 Oaks Drive, Lexden, Colchester CO3 3PR

7.9 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.468 Reviews

25 1

"Im personally very pleased with the attebtion and care that my daugher T receives It goes beyound just looking after her All her welfare..."Read all 68 reviews

from £1,500 / week61 rooms

Group/Owner Aurem Care

The Oaks Care Home offers a homely and inclusive environment designed to provide exceptional care and comfort for its residents. Nestled in the peaceful suburb of Colchester and overlooking the Hilly... Read more

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Waterfield House

Grays Close, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 6AG

6.3 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.264 Reviews

13 1

"My mother was treated with dignity and respect from the moment she was welcomed into Waterfield House. The manager and her team were very..."Read all 64 reviews

from £1,350 / week76 rooms

Group/Owner Runwood Homes Ltd

Waterfield House is a modern, well-established care home situated in the market town of Hadleigh. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, the bright and spacious residence offers professional care for a range... Read more

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Magdalen House Care Home

Magdalen Road, Hadleigh, Ipswich IP7 5AD

5.5 miles from centre of Leavenheath

8.945 Reviews

"I just wanted to say how amazing the management and staff are at Magdalen House. It was my son's 50th birthday and they went above and..."Read all 45 reviews

from £1,500 / week53 rooms

Group/Owner Allegra Care

Magdalen House Care Home opened in 2012 and is located in Hadleigh, Ipswich. The home provides residents with independent living with access fully furnished rooms and a small kitchenette. Magdalen... Read more

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Crouched Friars

103-107 Crouch Street, Colchester CO3 3HA

8 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.757 Reviews

"During her stay at Crouched Friars my Aunt was exceptionally well care for by the kind and dedicated staff. she was very happy there and..."Read all 57 reviews

from £1,350 / week56 rooms

Ideally located in the heart of Colchester, Britain’s oldest recorded town, Crouched Friars is just a one minute stroll from the town centre shops and amenities. The sympathetically restored part Grade... Read more

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Chilton Croft Nursing Home

Newton Road, Sudbury CO10 2RN

5.2 miles from centre of Leavenheath

9.257 Reviews

"My husband has now been in the care home for a year. He was made welcome from the start as were the family and friends when visiting him...."Read all 57 reviews

32 rooms

Group/Owner South Coast Care Homes Ltd

Chilton Croft Nursing Home, in Sudbury, welcomes a wide range of skilled care packages, with carers trained in modern techniques and with a separate EMI unit enabling them to make the most of their professionalism. Book... Read more