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In 1990 the home was extended via converting a detached house next to the main building (annexe). Both houses have...
Care Provided by Chrissian Residential Home
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Learning Disability / Autism
- Mental Health Condition
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
- Eating Disorders
- Younger Adults
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 22 Service Users
Dementia Care TypesMild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
Mild Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "mild dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Memory problems such as misplacing items and not be able to recall recent events (however, in some forms of dementia a person's memory may be unchanged)
- Difficulties thinking through problems and planning, making decisions
- Language and communication issues such as finding it difficult to recall the appropriate word in a conversation or following a conversation
- Poor orientation, getting lost in areas previously familiar to them
- Difficulty judging distances (more falls than usual)
- Changes in their normal mood including anxiety and depression
- In certain types of dementia, personality and behaviour changes may be present alongside or instead of issues with memory or concentration.
Moderate Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "moderate dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Worsened memory problems. Not always recognising own family members and friends. Repeating the same questions over and over again
- Worsened language and communication issues, forgetting what they are saying mid-sentence. Not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- More frequent confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Advanced Dementia
Someone living with our definition of "severe dementia" might experience some or all of the following:
- Severe memory problems. Not recognising family members and friends. Not being able to recall their own name
- Severe language and communication issues, not being able to understand what someone else is saying
- Severe confusion, e.g. about the time of day or where they are, including their own home
- Apathy, depression and anxiety
- Believing things that aren't true (paranoia)
- Frequent hallucinations
- Lack of emotional control, quick to anger, fearfulness, sadness
- Loss of inhibition
- Difficulties sleeping or waking during the night and behaving as though it is daytime - loss of circadian rhythm.
Verbally or physically aggressive behaviour
If your loved one displays this type of behaviour you may need a care home that has specially trained staff. Verbal/physical aggression is often defined:
- Consistent shouting and screaming
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
How we define Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Minibus or other transport
- Stairlift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
The above fees are a baseline and all fees are decided once an individual assessment has taken place.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Chrissian Residential Home for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Contact Chrissian Residential 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
Owner
- Chrissian Residential Home Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Rebecca Molabaccus (Registered Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Ages 60+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
- Last Refurbishment: 2017
- Number of floors: 2
Room Information
- Single Rooms (16)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (3)
Visiting
- Visitors welcome to visit seven days a week and at anytime , however visitors are asked to be mindful after 7pm the home is quieter and some service users will be resting.
Parking
- A small car park is located at the front of the building.
Chrissian Residential Home Reviews (51)
Chrissian Residential Home has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.407) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Chrissian Residential Home has 51 reviews.
We visit daily and notice that the care and attention is across all the residents. The environment is so homely, the food is perfect and adapted if a resident needs help - the chef even peeled the skin off sausages for my mum. Thankyou for looking after my mum so well!
The care my aunty received was very good, The overall setting decoration needs a some updating, but cannot fault the staff for the care and attention to detail, My Aunty improved significantly because of the care she received.
The care he received was excellent, staff are always friendly and welcoming. It feels very homely and resident are happy.
Staff are compassionate, they go above and beyond. Any questions or queries we've had have been answered in a prompt, honest and professional manner. It always felt the staff cared about dad's well-being as much as we did. Would highly recommend this home.
Thank you Kath, You words mean alot to our staff, Dad is greatly missed at Chrissian
Dad has been in the care home for a couple of years, staff were excellent, very friendly and took their time and took care of my dad, who at times was difficult to manage. They knew lots about him and the family, the staff had a very personal touch to their care. The manager and owner were present and approachable and accommodating for requests.
The atmosphere was lovely and positive, which carried on for the whole visit.
Having met all the staff, I am so grateful and impressed with them all, especially the manager, she was superb.
The lunch meal and decor is so accommodating, the other residents all seemed so happy with everything going on. The activities planned for the next week are excellent, with something for everyone. If I end up in a residential home, I hope it's this one.
All the staff and management are passionate about providing the best possible care in a challenging environment.
There is a very professional and friendly atmosphere for both resident and visitor.
His appearance has improved, and his social worker commented on how much happier/healthier and content he has become.
He is like his old self, he loves the companionship, conversations, and new relationships he's making. Lastly, which makes it more homely - the owners are very involved and there regularly. I think it makes it a homelier/family feeling, it has been owned by the same family for a long time, I think 40 years and they do go above and beyond for all.
He is very well cared for, very happy, and feels he is at home from home - Thank You.
The staff are very confident about the work they do, a very friendly bunch, I get on with them all. I have no bad words about any staff.
Chrissian is a friendly Home, and staff have always gone above and beyond to make my father feel included and cared for. When we visit, even though they are busy, they do what they can to move things around so we can sit in a quiet area with him. The latest manager has even noticed new things that no-one has spotted before, which should help him to be more comfortable. It's good to feel like staff care as much for your loved one's wellbeing as you do.
My dad has been a resident at Chrissian House for over two years. He is settled, comfortable and happy to be there. The staff are all very friendly and nothing seems to be too much trouble. He enjoys being out in the garden.
The staff know patients' likes and dislikes. On our wedding anniversary, they gave us a special dinner in one of the rooms, beautifully set out, champagne glasses, a beautifully cooked meal and a large bouquet. I am always greeted with a cup of tea. Everyone is friendly, patients are given assurance and the staff show they care. Always staff at hand.
Chrissian Residential Home really is a friendly home. Staff are excellent, always have time for the residents, even though they have many things to do you can depend on them to be helpful and friendly. My father is very happy there.
Staff are first-class and very friendly, facilities are great. Would recommend to others. The manager is exceptional and extremely helpful. I can tell my mum will be well looked after and cared for. Fantastic place.
My mother is a resident and is very happy here.
The staff are all very friendly and very professional, but most of all, they are compassionate.
I feel safe in the knowledge that they keep me informed about Mum, and I feel I could speak to them about anything.
Owners, management and staff are all excellent.
I only ever see happy faces when I visit.
The staff are very friendly, helpful and kind. The home is very homely. The food is very tasty. I love living here, everyone is so very loving and happy.
The home lacks what other homes in the area offer in way of facilities and outings to activities available in the area. I have a friend who has a resident in another home which offers vastly enhanced features and outings etc. such as organised visits to the coast and theatres etc.
I enjoy living here. The staff are very funny and always let me help in the kitchen. The food is always really nice and I enjoy the live entertainment.
The staff are friendly. I like living here. The food is great.
The staff are brilliant. I enjoy being able to smoke outside with my friend. I enjoy being able to see my family. I love living here.
Regulatory Rating
Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating
Date: 22 November 2022Good
- CaringGood
- EffectiveGood
- ResponsiveGood
- SafeGood
- Well-ledGood
Inspection ratings
We rate most services according to how safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led they are, using four levels:
- Outstanding - The service is performing exceptionally well.
- Good - The service is performing well and meeting our expectations.
- Requires Improvement - The service isn't performing as well as it should and we have told the service how it must improve.
- Inadequate - The service is performing badly and we've taken action against the person or organisation that runs it.
- Not rated - we have not yet rated this area of the service, this is normally because the assessments we have carried out have been focused on other key questions.
Bed Vacancies
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 03 Sep 2018Recipient: Chrissian Residential Home
Accreditations
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Meet the Team (1)

Rebecca is part of the family who own Chrissian so this is more then a job for her, this is part of her family.
Rebecca has a vast amount of experience with Christian Residential Home and is also either qualified or trained in:
Fire Marshall
Malnutrition
Dementia
Care assessor
Care Act 2014
Seating & positioning
Diabetes
Falls & Bone health
COPD
Deprivation of Liberty
Duty of Care
Person centred Working
Privacy and Dignity
Fluid & Nutrition
Infection Control
First Aid
Dignity
Allergens
Risk Assessments and Safety
Health & Safety
Medication Administration & Awareness
Mental Capacity Act
Safeguarding Adults & Children
Food Hygiene
Moving & Handling
Parkinson's
Rebecca is professional, happy, confident, caring and approachable.
Rebecca lives a 2 minute walk from the home and regularly visits on days off with her three children.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chrissian Residential Home
What types of Care is Chrissian Residential Home registered for?
Older Person Care, Dementia, Learning Disability / Autism, Mental Health Condition, Physical Disability, Visual / Hearing Impairment, Eating Disorders, Younger Adults are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.
How many Rooms does Chrissian Residential Home have?
There are 16 Single Rooms and 3 Couples/Companion Rooms.
What are the Facilities & Services at Chrissian Residential Home?
Own Furniture if required, Pet Friendly (or by arrangement), Smoking not permitted, Close to Local shops, Near Public Transport, Minibus or other transport, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Residents Kitchenette, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room, Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.
How far is Chrissian Residential Home to the centre of Ipswich?
1.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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