Abberton Manor Nursing Home

Layer Road, Abberton, Colchester CO5 7NL
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Abberton Manor is an established, well-respected nursing home, located in a listed Queen Anne Manor house, set in acres of formal lawns and woodland, enjoying unspoiled views over the Roman River Valley. The home, which is gold standard End of Life commended, provides professional nursing care within a genuine family setting, with long-serving staff having been trained to significantly high levels. The home is part of a small, privately owned group of six, high-quality homes.

Professionals offer long-term care, holiday or respite care to enable family carers to take a break, and postoperative or convalescent care for clients recovering from illness or operation. The home is at the forefront of the MyLife project, where care emphasis is on the quality of life and ensuring that individual wishes and needs are at the forefront of everything. The team believes that its activities programme is varied and comprehensive, aimed at showing that a care home is a positive choice to be made. Families and friends are encouraged to visit at any time of day and be an active part of the home and its daily life.

The property benefits from a choice of spacious and elegant lounges and a large hall, and also has a dining room for those who wish to dine in company.

Residents are encouraged to bring their own favourite items of furniture. There is full access to large grounds offering pleasant walks and sheltered south facing lawns with parasols and garden furniture.
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Care Provided by Abberton Manor Nursing Home

Primary Care Categories

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

Length of Stay

  • Permanent Care
  • Respite Care

Care Types Provided

  • Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • For a maximum of 26 Service Users

Other Care Provided

  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Stroke
  • Palliative / End of Life Care
  • COPD/Pulmonary Disease
  • Bariatric Care/Obesity
  • Convalescent Care
  • Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Facilities

  • Own Furniture if required
  • Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
  • Lift
  • Stairlift
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Gardens
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Television point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access

Funding & Fees

Weekly Charges per Person

  • Self-Funded Residential Care: £1400 – £1800
  • Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1550 – £1800
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care: £1400 – £1800
  • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care: £1550 – £1800

These prices are only a guideline, please contact Abberton Manor Nursing Home to find out the exact price for your requirements.

Funding Types Accepted

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

Support you may be entitled to

If you chose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £254.06 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.

Good to Know

Person in charge

  • Kylie Vickery (Home Manager)

Local Authority / Social Services

Admission Criteria

  • Ages 65+

Care Home Design/Build

  • Purpose Built: No
  • Last Refurbishment: 2019
  • Number of floors: 2

Room Information

  • Single Rooms (20)
  • Couples/Companion Rooms (3)

Visiting

  • No visiting restrictions in place, although common courtesy applies if a large party is coming so that arrangements can be made to use a lounge area. Protected meal times offered so if not joining your relative, please recognise the importance of an undisturbed meal time.

Parking

  • Car parks to the front, side and an overflow car park.

Abberton Manor Nursing Home Reviews (62)

9.8

Abberton Manor Nursing Home has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.849) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Abberton Manor Nursing Home has 62 reviews.

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Review from Debbie T (Daughter of Resident) published on 11 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thank you to all the staff that helped Mum. What with the covid 19 virus and Mum forgetting she had a memory problem, it must have been difficult at times. Special thanks goes to one particular member of staff for her understanding of Alzheimer's. Kind regards.
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Review from Joanna P (Niece of Resident) published on 24 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My aunt went into Abberton Manor in May 2019 after a bad stroke. She has been treated with great kindness, compassion and consideration.
Well-groomed, well-fed, always made to feel safe and loved.
The home is immaculately clean. When we visit we are always made to feel very welcome and included
in my aunt's care.
I could not wish for a better nursing home.
Reply from ruth merchant, Manager at Abberton Manor Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind words, I will ensure that your review is shared with the staff, and I would like to say it was an absolute delight to have had the pleasure to have met your aunt, she was a lovely lady, and we miss her at the Manor.

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Review from Mark R (Son of Resident) published on 4 June 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My father resided at Abberton Manor for just over a year, until he recently passed away. I have nothing by admiration and thanks for all the care my dad received whilst in Abberton Manor. He was looked after with so much compassion and love from all the staff, nothing was too much for them. The whole
home had a lovely family feel to it and all were treated with great dignity and respect. I loved the way Abberton Manor had an amazing community feel to it. Often visited by the local school and various other outside organisations. We (the family) were also made to feel so welcome every time we visited - often daily! I would also like this opportunity to thank you and all your staff for the care and attention Dad received from all at Abberton Manor. Although it was a tough year for Dad, we couldn’t have asked for better care. All your staff are amazing and deserve a medal, they were so friendly, caring and compassionate. And made us all feel so welcome as a family when we visited.
Reply from Jo Letch, Administrator at Abberton Manor Nursing Home

The Home Manager and I would like to thank you for your kind words, I will pass your comments on to our care staff.

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Review from Howard K (Husband of Resident) published on 22 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My wife spent seven months at Abberton Manor whilst terminally ill with cancer. She was happy and content there, in spite of being bedridden. The staff were very friendly and very caring, she was completely lucid and was able to chat with the staff, several of whom became her friends within the limits
of their duties. The food was good and she especially liked that if what was on the menu was not to her liking she could request something else and it would be provided. When she suddenly became very ill and was in her final days her passing was well managed and made to be peaceful and pain-free. I would strongly recommend Abberton Manor.
Reply from ruth merchant, Manager at Abberton Manor Nursing Home

Dear Howard
Thank you so much for your kind review, in what is a very sad time for you and your family, my team and I are greatly appreciative of your comments. We felt very privileged to have met your wife, she was a wonderfully talented and gentle lady.
Our best wishes go to you and your family at this very sad time.

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Review from P C (Son of Resident) published on 24 April 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at Abberton Manor Nursing Home were very friendly and helpful. I was so pleased my father was accepted into the home. My sister and I appreciated their kindness and attention to my father at his time of passing. We had total trust in the staff who helped our father to pass away peacefully.
Reply from Jo Letch, Administrator at Abberton Manor Nursing Home

Thank you for your kind comments. It was an honour that we could look after your father, he was a lovely man.

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Review from Patricia T (Sister of Resident) published on 21 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My brother was admitted to Abberton Manor in February, suffering from terminal cancer. We, as his family, knew that he would not have many weeks of life left, but were grateful that he had a lovely room with a beautiful view. The meals provided were very good too, served and presented very nicely.
When his condition worsened, and he became bed-bound, the care my brother received was excellent. All staff were attentive and kind, in fact, I felt that they treated him as they would one of their own family.
The end-of-life care my brother received was very sensitively-administered, and we as his family were shown great compassion too.
Although our experience of Abberton Manor was a short one, we were able to appreciate the professionalism and high level of care from everyone working there, helping to make each resident feel important, and 'at home'. Thank you, everyone!
Reply from Jo Letch, Administrator at Abberton Manor Nursing Home

Thank you for your lovely comments, I have passed them on to the care staff. It was a pleasure to care for your brother and have you all as part of our Abberton family.

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Review from Josie G (Friend of Resident) published on 23 August 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The resident is my best friends mum. Lovely caring and friendly home. Very supportive. Clean and lovely food. The staff are so kind and friendly. I would highly recommend.
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Review from T R (Wife of Resident) published on 21 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care in all aspects.
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Review from Barry E (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 12 February 2019 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the time of my admission, I have been treated with the greatest kindness, consideration and respect. The staff are friendly and competent. I cannot think of anything more they could do to enhance the comfort and happiness of the resident.
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Review from J A (Resident) published on 3 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is our home. We have been well looked after. Our family join us for trips out to the reservoir and a fish and chips dinner.
My husband had a wonderful 90th birthday with friends and family. Thank you.
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Review from Megan B (Great-granddaughter of Resident) published on 17 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My Nan was in the care Abberton Manor from October to March. The staff were very kind and welcoming whenever we came to visit Nan. Towards the end of Nan's life, she became very poorly. Abberton Manor did everything they could to make Nan comfortable and supported our family through this difficult time.
The care and attention was amazing, I can't thank Abberton and its staff enough for taking care of our Nan for us when we could no longer give the care that my Nan needed.
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Review from Michelle B (Granddaughter of Resident) published on 13 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Abberton Manor is like a home from home for older folk, food good home cooked meals, staff very friendly, activity team are always planning something different every day. My nan was only here for four months, she passed away on Wednesday 21st March, the nursing staff were 5* with their end of life care
towards nan and us. I can't thank you all enough.
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Review from Maggie W (Regular Volunteer) published on 6 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I come here as a visitor to chat with residents and am always made welcome by staff and residents alike. It gives me a sense of wellbeing and I hope gives some meaningful time to them.
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Review from James C (Regular Volunteer) published on 27 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Longer-serving members of staff making sure new staff to Abberton Manor maintain standards. January has been wet, dull and under threat from visitors colds and viruses. Despite this, the family visitors are unaware of the pressure.
Atmosphere is relaxed and homely. Emphasis is placed on residents
welfare, activities including bus trips and 'ladder to the moon.'
Dependency of residents is constantly increasing yet all are treated as highly intelligent individuals.
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Review from Zoe D (Daughter of Resident) published on 8 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mum was a resident at Abberton Manor for a very short while, three weeks. During this time she was treated with the utmost respect and dignity and also with care and compassion.
She was encouraged to be her own person and was able to join in activities and social events. Every member of staff treated
my mum and the rest of our family as if we were one of their own family.
Nothing was ever too much trouble.
My mum died on 12th July 2017 and during her last days she was pain-free, comfortable and her nursing needs were met totally.
Thanks so much you are all amazing!!
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Review from Toni P (Friend of Resident) published on 12 April 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursing home is a breath of fresh air. The staff care for a rather difficult old gentleman and treat him with dignity and good humour.
Visitors are made most welcome and are encouraged to join in the activities where possible.
There are few rules, dog visitors are welcome and it is by far the
most pleasant care home I have come across.
Help and financial advice have been forthcoming and I have no hesitation in recommending Abberton Manor highly.
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Review from Helen P (Daughter of Resident) published on 20 February 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My mother lived at Abberton Manor for the last eight weeks of her life. The care she received was excellent and responded to her changing needs as her health declined. She was consistently treated with respect, kindness and sensitivity to her individual needs. Abberton Manor is a beautiful building
in lovely grounds. It has a very welcoming and homely atmosphere created by the lovely staff team who always find time to chat with both residents and visitors. The food is good and the activities programme is varied and imaginative, taking into account the preferences of residents. It was a huge relief for me and my family to know that mum was being so well looked after in the final weeks of her life. The nursing staff always kept me informed about what was happening and I felt well supported and involved in mum's care at all times. I would have no hesitation in recommending Abberton Manor to anyone looking for a nursing home in the Colchester area.
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Review from G R (Son of Resident) published on 19 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The manager is so accessible, always around to help or talk to you about any worries. We recently held Xmas day at Abberton and nothing was too much trouble, she totally knew how important this was to us all and went the extra mile to make it absolutely perfect!
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Review from J B (Daughter of Resident) published on 13 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mum has been with Abberton for a very short time but in that short time, the care and kindness shown has been second to none. Staff are always around to help or offer assistance in any way. I was so anxious about mum being in any nursing home but Abberton has alleviated my fear and made me feel ok about
her being there. Christmas day was held at Abberton in a private room (there was 10 of us) and it was absolutely excellent. The food was wonderful and every effort was made to make sure we had a great time (and we did).
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Review from Joan R (Friend of Resident) published on 13 July 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The resident to whom I am referring I have known since 1968. He is the godfather of our eldest child. To my dismay he showed signs of the onset of dementia some 10 years ago. His wife of almost 50 years cared for him until it was not possible to continue. He is now in the tender and sensitive care of
the staff at Abberton Manor. I go and see him about every two weeks. On every occasion I find the staff bright, positive and professional dealing with my long time friend.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.849)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.849) out of 10 for Abberton Manor Nursing Home is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 13 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.849 for Abberton Manor Nursing Home is calculated as follows: ( (131 Excellents x 5) + (19 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 152 Ratings = 4.849
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Abberton Manor Nursing Home is based on 13 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 26 registered maximum number of service users is 5.2, which has been reached with 13 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Regulatory Rating

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Rating

Date: 23 Nov 2019

Overall Good

  • Caring Good
  • Effective Good
  • Responsive Good
  • Safe Good
  • Well-led Good
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Awards / Recognitions (7)

Meet the Team (5)

Kylie

Kylie Vickery

Job Title: Home Manager Joined: 2023

I have worked in the care sector for 20 years, am a registered nurse and have been a registered care manager for nearly 7 years. I am passionate about ensuring all residents live life to the fullest and making each day the best and most fulfilling as it can be.

Lisa

Lisa Wheelans

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2023

I have worked in healthcare for 33 years, been a qualified nurse for 13 years and have worked in a senior capacity for the past 7 years. I love making connections with others and making a difference.

Sarah

Sarah Bond

Job Title: Administrator Joined: 2024

I have been in finance and administrative roles for many, many years. Before I joined Abberton, I worked for a national children's charity in Scotland and fully understand the importance of Person Centred Care. I love working with the team at Abberton and supporting our residents and their families, and friends as well.

Sharon

Sharon

Job Title: Head Housekeeper Joined: 2017

I started at Abberton Manor in 2017 as a Care Assistant and was promoted to a Team Leader in 2022. At the end of 2023, I was promoted to Head Housekeeper.

Paul

Paul

Job Title: Maintenance Officer Joined: 2025

Paul has many years of maintenance and site management experience. He is also a highly skilled carpenter and a crucial member of the team.

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