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Don Thomson House Residential Care Home

Low Road, Dovercourt, Harwich, Essex CO12 3TS
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Don Thomson House Residential Care Home, Harwich

At Don Thomson House, so many of the dedicated team have been with the home for many years, providing that wonderful continuity of care. And with just 28 bedrooms, the home has such a warm, family feel.

The teams provide residential and dementia care, as well as a respite care breaks, which can be pre-booked. These are perfect for those caring for loved ones at home. You can book a short...  

Care Provided by Don Thomson House Residential Care Home

Primary Care Categories

  • Older Person Care
  • Dementia
  • Physical Disability
  • Visual / Hearing Impairment

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 28 Service Users

Dementia Care Types

  • Mild Dementia
  • Moderate Dementia

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Close to Local shops
  • Near Public Transport
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Residents Kitchenette
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

Type of carePermanentRespite
Residential CareFrom £1,424From £1,424

Our weekly fees are individual to each of our residents and are subject to a pre-admission assessment, which is required to understand the level of care and support needed. Our 2026 weekly care fees for residential care start from £1424 but may be in the region of 30% more*. This depends on your care needs and the type of bedroom that is right for you, from our standard rooms through to our premium bedroom options.

*If you require more specialist care such as 1-2-1 support, your weekly fee could be higher.

Contact Don Thomson House Residential Care Home to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:

Funding Types Accepted

  • Self-Funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Good to Know

Group / Owner

Person in charge

  • Colette Greenhalgh (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Information

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (28)

Don Thomson House Residential Care Home Reviews (44)

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9.6

Don Thomson House Residential Care Home has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.634) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Don Thomson House Residential Care Home has 44 reviews.

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Review from Mary (Daughter of Resident) published on 22 February 2016 Submitted via Website
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My Mum was a resident at Don Thomson house for almost three years. During that time she was she was always treated with care and compassion. The staff although busy always found time for a chat and checked that she was comfortable.
Our family were always made very welcome and her noisy great grandchildren thought her 'big house' was much better than the bungalow she had previously lived in.
The last week of Mum's life was long and stressful. All the staff were kind and caring, instinctively knowing when to offer support and when to leave us to be alone with Mum.

I have recommended Don Thomson House to friends looking at care homes for their loved ones.

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Review from Ann M (Daughter of Resident) published on 19 February 2016 Submitted via Website
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Dad has been a resident at Don Thomson House since leaving hospital in September 2015. The rooms are pre furnished but you can move your own furniture in if you wish, which is nice. The Home itself is very pleasant and has a very welcoming feel from the minute you walk through the door. ALL of the staff are very dedicated and nothing is too much trouble. They have shown Dad every respect and are there for him 24/7. I am kept informed of any issues in a timely manner. The staff are friendly, helpful and professional and I cannot fault their enthusiasm and caregiving. I am so glad that Dad is at Don Thomson House as it gives me peace of mind and I would highly recommend it to all.

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Review from K F (Friend of Resident) published on 16 December 2015 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have been visiting my friends in said home for 18 months now and have always found the home clean and tidy. Most importantly I have never walked in to the smell of dirty old toilets. All the staff are cheerful, helpful and busy but they always seem to put in an extra effort to make occasions such as birthdays, Easter, Christmas, open days etc. extra special for the residents and their visitors.

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Review from Lynne J (Daughter of Resident) published on 9 December 2015 Submitted via Postal Card
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My family and myself have been very happy with the care dad has received. All of his care has been friendly and professional. The cook has gone our of her way to provide food dad likes as he is a fussy eater. His clothes are washed and returned on the same day. All his medical needs are assessed and taken care of. A lovely care home

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Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 16 March 2018
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  • EffectiveGood
  • ResponsiveGood
  • SafeGood
  • Well-ledGood
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Meet the Team (5)

Colette Greenhalgh
Colette GreenhalghJob Title:Home ManagerJoined: 2007

Colette has worked at Don Thomson House for over 15 years and is proud to have progressed to home manager.

The residents mean everything to me,” she explains.

When I walk through the door I am coming to look after 28 nans and granddads – I love making them smile and I leave work knowing I’ve made a difference.

And that is very much how the rest of the staff are here. The team always go that extra mile for our residents, to deliver truly person-centred care – for them, nothing is too much trouble.”

Sherry East
Sherry EastJob Title:Deputy ManagerJoined: 1999

I have worked at Don Thomson for over two decades! I have full job satisfaction and when I get home I know that I have made a difference in the residents' lives.

Stuart Haylett
Stuart HaylettJob Title:Maintenance OfficerJoined: 2021

I applied for this position as I get a high degree of job satisfaction as it suits my interests. The staff are friendly and helpful and always do their best for residents.

Julie Thorpe
Julie ThorpeJob Title:Care AssistantJoined: 2018

I love my job and the team are brilliant. The residents are well cared for and I am proud to work here.

Geoffrey Kitching
Geoffrey KitchingJob Title:Chef ManagerJoined: 2017

I enjoy cooking and baking for our residents very much - this really is a very rewarding job.

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